French Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Walnut and burled walnut. In 1700s France, the commode was considered the finest piece of furniture in the chateau. It was also placed in the most important areas so it could be seen. This particular commode from Bourgogne or Vallee du Rhone area, is very rare in its shape and storage area. The shaped sides are small cabinets with one shaped shelf each. Each door opens to the back so that the contents are kept private from any guests. The 'galbee' front features three full drawers with brass hardware. The veneered wooden insets on the drawers and sides are all burled walnut wood. All this rests upon four outward shaped feet. There are three keys for opening the side cabinets and front drawers. This rare and large French commode...

Exceptional very large serving furniture in pitchpine, circa 1900 this piece of furniture is disassembled in several parts.

Ultra rare longue shelve in stitched leather designed by Jacques Adnet Very good condition Top of the shelves are made with formica.

A gorgeous enfilade from 19th century France, Louis Philippe period, in solid walnut. The top surface is simply constructed of two parallel planks, quite thick, held in place by tong...

Early 19th Century French Empire Walnut Buffet with Original Fossilized Marble. The buffet or credenza features three cabinet doors enclosed by bronze mounted columns and stands prou...

Mid-19th century profusely carved french walnut cabinet, circa 1850. 2 part carved walnut cabinet. Top section of beautifully carved double doors, flanked by columns, surmounted by ...

19th Century French mahogany cabinet in Louis XVI style with geometric patterns on both front and sides. The top surface is made ...

Secretaire a abattant, France circa 1820, Biedermeier period. The outside with fall front and two drawers flanked by two ebonized columns shows a beautiful oak veneer design. The woo...

Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of Two storage facilities covered with hand-carved designed doors and a colu...

Magnificent French Period 18th century Louis XV carved walnut buffet from Normandy featuring a carved floral basket at the center of the apron, hand-chased bronze escutcheons and hin...

This exceptional French Louis XV style marble top sideboard is a signed masterpiece by the renowned cabinetmakers Haentges Frères, celebrated for their fine 19th-century Parisian fur...

19th century French carved oak cabinet vestry altar wine renaissance dining room. Direct from France, a beautiful 19th century carved cabinet, with a striking silhouette, in a versatile small size, perfect for use throughout today’s home! Clients love this size for a wine/liquor cabinet as well as for serving piece storage in a dining room or towels in a powder room. Excellent style, with carved moulding crown above three baluster columns across the cabinet front, and two recessed carved panel doors. Mid...

A timeless vintage piece, this mid-century cabinet bar sideboard feels imposing and glamourous, with thick, straight lines of brass adorning its exterior of reflective black lacquer. Glossy black lacquer, paired with bright brass accents, feels crisp and luxe. Its boxy, simple style, featuring four doors and one drawers, is typical of both the 1970s and designer Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois design. The two external doors...

An exquisite example of French Art Deco design, this buffet or sideboard dates to the 1930s and is crafted from stunningly figured Macassar ebony veneer. Its architectural lines, sym...

Console or book holder in travertine and glass, circa 1970, 3 glass trays.  

A good & substantial antique French Lyonnaise carved walnut Provincial three drawer commode chest, in the Regence style, Lyon, France, circa 1730. The commode being of serpentine form and having three large drawers, each drawer is carved with Rococo scrolls and shell motifs, the drawers with gilt bronze handles and escutcheons. The commode is raised on short cabriole feet, as is common with these chests from Lyon, they are larger in size and have plenty of drawer space for storage. The drawers run smooth, clean and free from aroma and ready to store clothes or bedding, the chest is in good condition and is ready to grace your home. Bloomsbury Fine Art & Antiques ship globally, if we have your location or zip code we can provide a preferential shipping quote. Provenance; From an early 18th century chateau...

This exceptional Art Deco vitrine, signed by renowned French ébéniste Christian Krass (Lyon), exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of French furniture design around 1930. A sop...

Very beautiful armoire called Bonnetière with a door on here side for guns from France. Extraordinary piece in walnut with beautiful carving in diamonds shape literally translated D...

Zinc top cabinet with double sinks. Includes faucets and sinks. Functional cabinets below sinks with open center shelf unit perfect for towels. Hand painted and glazed with a distressed look. Zinc top hammered metal with intentional pitting. Brass faucet...

Two-door armoire decorated with four neoclassical paintings by Jean-Paul Delhumeau (France, 1922-2003) representing four continents—Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Europe. Maker's m...

A very unusual parquet armoire coming directly from a home in Brittany. An old ebenist of the area from which this armoire originates is quite confiden...

Very rare and important, Museum quality Gabriel Viardot 1830-1906 display cabinet signed to the side G Viardot Paris 1887, finished with Mother of Pearl inlay and Gold Gilt oriental ...

This gorgeous Louis XV Secretary desk dates back to around 1750-60 and was made in France. The secretaire de dame has a kingwood veneer and a v...

Sideboard oak stairs TV with structure in 100% solid oak from French sustainable forest. With 2 drawers and 1 door in matt varnished grey. On wheels. Available with other drawers and...

Monumental Art Deco era desk by French Modernist designer Jacques Adnet. Black iron 'A' frame with 4 angled iron legs. Solid oak table top wrapped in black leather with brass studs p...

Beautiful schulptural mid-Century chest of drawers by Maison Regain. Circa 1970, France. Very decorative piece made out of elmwood. Very good condition. Very decorative cabinet exec...

A great size French oak riddling rack, 30 bottles to each side for a total of 60 bottles. Wonderful patina. Marked "Talliet 1979".

Low free-form bookcase in French Elm, France 2024. The four shelves, joined by Sipo spacers, are decorated with corks. The original shape of the tree has been respected, polished and...

This large 1940s Art Deco sideboard credenza features an off-white finish (color reference: #F2F0EF) and measures 78.75 inches (200 cm) wide. It has a spacious cedar interior with th...

An extraordinary Louis XV period (1715-1774) French ormolu mounted tulipwood and kingwood marquetry bombé sauteuse commode by master Parisian ébéniste André-Antoine Lardin. circa late 1740s In our 40+ years we have not came across a chest of drawers that captures our attention like this one! Exquisitely hand-crafted in Paris in the mid-18th century, exceptionally executed in opulent and luxurious period King Louis 15th taste, featuring a curvacious serpentine-front bombe-form solid wood case fitted with two drawers, adorned with finely chased, chiseled and gilded bronze doré mounts, including rare and most distinctive sculptural fiolated scroll Rocaille handles, flanking ornate keyhole escutcheons with original key included. In absolutely stunning rare and exotic precious tulipwood and kingwood veneer work with striking warm rich highly figured grain patterns, elegant floral marquetry inlays and fascinating early sunburst panels. Topped with the original serpentine shaped Brèche de Médous marble-top with stepped molded edge. The Breccia de Médous is extracted in the towns of Médous and Asté, near Bagnères-de-Bigorre in the Hautes-Pyrénées. This dramatic breccia is composed of angular elements of contrasting colors ranging from black to yellow to gray creating a bold but subdued visual display. Signed, retaining the original LARDIN blind stamp to top proper-right rear post underneath marble. André-Antoine Lardin (1724-1790) is a celebrated Master Cabinetmaker, earning maître in 1750, and particularly respected for his extraordinary woodworking veneer - marquetry work. - PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION: From the important collection of Loyd-Paxton, Dallas, Texas. Property from the magnificent Estate of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Morris Graham Sr., El Paso, Texas, but also with homes in Dallas, Texas and Pebble Beach, California. Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2024 Furniture & Decorative Art Featuring The Collection of Mrs. Henry Ford II Signature Auction Catalog #8167 Loyd Paxton Gallery, Dallas, Texas. With one of the finest collections in the world and prominent customers to match, including Sir Elton John, Truman Capote, Saudi Prince Faisal, and the Sultan of Brunei. Rare French antiques from Loyd-Paxton made their way into Versailles when it underwent renovations, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York purchased furnishings, including a dazzling Louis XIV Boulle desk that had been owned by the Sun King himself. Betty Jo Graham might not hold celebrity status but her remarkable life and many contributions to American history and the arts community of El Paso, Texas, make her deserving of the limelight nonetheless. Affectionately known to her friends as BJ, led a remarkable life that intertwined a deep passion for music with significant contributions to her community and country. BJ embarked on her vocal journey at the age of 12, studying under the esteemed Mini Ferguson Owens at the University of Wichita. Her pursuit of musical excellence continued in the same institution, where she later attended college. BJ's life was not solely dedicated to music; she also played a vital role in American history. During the tumultuous times of World War II, she contributed her skills to the Cessna AT-17 training program, a crucial effort in preparing pilots for combat. She worked as an electrical wiring diagram analyst for Boeing Engineering Development on the iconic Enola Gay project in 1956. BJ's heart always remained with music. She continued to refine her vocal skills with notable figures such as Maude Douglas Tweedy in New York City and John Charles Thomas in Apple Valley, California. Her love story with Robert Morris Graham Sr., whom she married in 1975, was filled with shared adventures and travels across the globe, living in places from Dallas, Texas, to Pebble Beach, California, and El Paso, Texas. As a trustee of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra and a board member of the El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra and El Paso Pro-Musica, she played a pivotal role in nurturing the musical landscape of her community. Her support extended to various causes, including the El Paso Opera, Holocaust Museum, Museum of Art, and many more, showcasing her belief in the transformative power of art and culture. Betty Jo Graham's journey through life reflects a profound dedication to her passions, community, and the arts. Her legacy, marked by her music, history, and philanthropy contributions, inspires and impacts many, ensuring that her melodious spirit will be remembered and cherished for future generations. After traveling the globe and living in cities across the country, Graham and her husband, Robert Morris Graham Sr., eventually settled in El Paso, where she served as a trustee of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra and a board member of the El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra and El Paso Pro-Musica. Though Graham had a lifelong passion for music and played a pivotal role in nurturing the musical landscape of her community, her philanthropy extended to various causes, including the El Paso Opera, El Paso Holocaust Museum and El Paso Museum of Art, showcasing her belief in the power of art and culture. A patron of the arts, Graham was also a collector of fine jewelry, with a particular fondness for eye-catching, statement-making rings, necklaces, earrings and more, and Heritage was honored to present Property from the Estate of Mrs. Betty Jo “B.J.” Graham as part of its Spring Fine Jewelry Signature Auction. Inscription to placard on reverse: FROM THE COLLECTION OF LOYD-PAXTON DALLAS, TEXAS Signatures: Original blind stamped LARDIN to top of rear post. Bronzes not removed to inspect for foundry marks. - DIMENSIONS: (approx) 33" High, 42" Wide, 20.75" Deep - CONDITION REPORT: Overall a superb example, especially considering its nearly 300 years old. Beautifully aged warm patina, antique wood glow and lustrous sheen. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Evidence of restorations, likely by Loyd-Paxton, including high-quality bespoke upholstered drawer lining. Typical wear commensurate with age, use, handling and exposure, including minor nicks to edge, age splits scattered throughout body, expected antique character and charm. Marble top is in great shape. Accompanied by two working keys. Overall outstanding presence, delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished patina, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! - INTERESTING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This elegant commode typifies the fashion for furniture mounted with exotic and rare woods, exquisite marquetry-work, and decadent Rococo bronzes. Andre Antoine Lardin, also known as N.B. Lardin was born in 1724 and died on 10 August 1790. He held his master's title from 1 July 1750 and was particularly respected for the exceptional quality of his veneering / marquetry. A well known and regarded maître ébéniste, Lardin’s career is somewhat thinly documented, most likely due to the upheaval and record destruction during the Revolution, notably when the guilds in Paris and elsewhere were abolished in 1791. Lardin worked for various marchand-mercier (furniture dealers) and probably also for a private clientele. He ran his workshop first in the Rue de Charenton and from 1770 in the Rue Saint-Nicolas. His two sons, André Antoine II and Louis François, worked with him for some time and the second-named became his successor in the Rue Saint-Nicolas. Lardin is known to have worked for the marchands André-François Carré, this superb commode having almost most certainly been commissioned through the intervention of one of these fashionable dealers. The marchand-mercier André-François Carré, is recorded rue Froidmanteau, "Magasin de glaces, porcelaine ébénisterie et curiosités pour les cabinets d'histoire naturelle." Carré also worked with two vernisseurs (vernis Martin): Porchon and Prévost. All of Lardin's furniture is classic in form and decor, well crafted and mostly veneered in rosewoods or violet wood. Lardin worked in the taste of the time with geometric patterns, cartouche fields and simulated fluting. Furniture with elaborate inlays such as birds, trophies, urns, landscapes, or flowers and sunburts such as this stunning example appear more rarely. The stamp JME stands for Jures Menuisiers Ebeniste and notes the guild affiliation of the master. The Corporation des Menuisiers-Ébénistes was a French craft guild which was concerned with the profession of woodworking. Some JME stamps are worn down from the marble slab over the years and no longer apparent, but in this case lacking the JME stamp is likely indicative of work made prior to reaching maître ébéniste (master cabinetmaker), denoting an early and exceedingly scarce example. Eighteenth century French furniture...

A quiet architecture of line and mass, this sideboard by Maison Regain evokes the serene power of essential form. The rectilinear façade is punctuated by four inset doors, each frame...

Neoclassical style painted chest of drawers.

Amazing Antique French buffet made of solid oak wood with marble top. It has two drawers and three doors with a single shelf inside. The drawers have brass handles and the doors have...

Presenting a captivating Art Deco buffet from 1950s France, carefully crafted to embody both elegance and functionality. This exceptional piece features two spacious storage compartm...

A fine quality antique French credence cupboard by Eugene Dienst & Fils (active circa 1870-1900) Late 19th century, France, St. Faubourg Saint-Antoine region of Paris, at the time a legendary district renowned for the shops of some of the finest ébénistes (cabinetmakers) in all the world. This remarkable Parisian credence cupboard (dining buffet - sideboard - credenza, originally used for the storing and displaying of plates and for serving at banquets), circa 1880, showcases excellent quality craftsmanship, hand-crafted solid oak construction and profuse hand carved ornamentation, exceptionally executed in medieval Gothic inspired Renaissance era style, one-piece design, having a stepped cornice over dual cabinet doors, each with central portrait plaque among foliated scrollwork arabesques in low and high relief adding distinct three-dimensional qualities, warmth and rich depth. The doors opening to a shelved interior storage compartment, above a single dovetailed drawer with relief shell-form handle. Turned drop-finials flank ornate turned bluster-form column supports adorned in intricate acanthus carvings, rising on a conforming hexagonal platform base where the flowing scrolling foliate carvings continue over stepped molding, having large lower open display shelf against paneled backplate, further rising on sculpted tapering feet. The backside of the case giving a glimpse into the quality with visible hand-cut dovetail joinery. - Signature / Makers Mark / Hallmarked / Blind Stamp: Burn stamped to verso: "AMEUBLEMENTS / E.DIENST & FILS / PARIS / RUE DU FBG ST. ANTOINE 86" Retaining adhesive label to verso: "F. LE GALLAIS & SONS, DEPOSITORIES JERSEY" (Chanel island...

Executed in a well-figured tiger-mahogany with mahogany secondary wood, having a shaped top, above the four drawer case with chromed pulls all flanked by two doors; raised on splayed...

A very fine and palatial French 19th century Louis XV style giltwood ornately carved two-door vitrine display cabinet of serpentine form with foliate and shell carvings, surrounding ...

From the Provence region of France, this beautifully carved buffet has a 2-door lower cupboard with an upper cupboard having sliding doors that reveal more storage space. What is mos...

A striking Art Deco vitrine with a brass frame, curved glass panels, and bold patterned sides in red, green, and gold. The cabinet offers three glass shelves for display within a tal...

An attractive little Louis XVI style “sauteuse” chest of drawers, in veneered wood, with inlaid marquetry decoration and a 'Breche d'Alep' marble top. This 'transitional' style commo...

Pair of nightstands or dressers designed by Pierre Cardin and manufactured by Dillingham, France. Made of wood with white lacquered veneer outer shell and chrome accents, the doors o...

19th Century Grand French Neoclassical Bookcase in Whitewashed Pine is a magnificent reminder of the grandeur of the classical movement that has maintained its relevance and populari...

This is a late 19th century French aesthetic movement carved maple faux bamboo armoire or cabinet. The door features a large single mirror panel. It opens to adjustable shelving. Thr...

Antique Country French 2-Door Buffet c1700's Restored with Paint Restoration. We would definitely refer to this Antique French Buffet as Rustic, although it is structurally sound and...

A charming 19th century French Provincial oak dresser with a beautifully aged patina and practical plate rack top. This two-part piece features a lower cabinet with two paneled doors...

Circa 1780 Louis XVI period country French buffet. Cherry with original cut steel hardware. Whorl carved, molded, panelled doors with central fluted section as part of the left door ...

This is a stunning Louis the 16th chest it has been stained black the importance of that is you don't see brushstrokes as if it had been painted. It's a very consistent finish the ex...

Spectacular 19th century French bureau plat writing table or desk featuring barley twist legs and stretcher. Crafted from oak in the grand Louis XIII style fronted by a large 27 inch...

This impressive 19th century, French Empire style gilt bronze-mounted Fine mahogany roll-top desk, The blackstone top over three short gilt-bronze mounted drawers, issuing a barrel top desk...

These 19th-century pine console cabinets embody the rustic elegance of country French design. Crafted with a striking polygonal form, they balance architectural presence with a relax...

Antique French Plum Pudding Mahogany and Bronze D'Ore Armoire in the Style of Francois Linke, Circa 1910. François Linke (1855–1946) was a master ébéniste in Paris of the late 19th ...

Brass label on one drawer- Paul Sormani, Paris. A fine Louis XV style podreuse, the shaped top with tall side drawers, an adjustable cartouche form mirror, and flour scrolling brass ...

French Art Deco Bleached Oak Sideboard After Charles Dudouyt, 1940s A composition of quiet authority, this French sideboard reveals a language of sculptural clarity and disciplined ...

French Reconstruction era highboy credenza in the style of Atelier de Marolles and Jean Touret featuring a 3 doors rectangular unit sitting on a oak f...

Very nice antique French buffet

Dry glazed french oak Original wavy glass Fully adjustable shelves in the top unit Locks and Keys working Comes in two pieces Base Diameter 45cm Top Diameter 22cm

French 19th century Buffet "deux-corps" Cauchois. The glasses are original. Provenance: Normandie (France).

French cherry corner cupboard with asymmetric doors have exquisite foliate relief carving and the raised panels are outlined in a lacy carving as wel...

This is a classic French Directoire-style chest of drawers, also known as a commode, reflecting the refined neoclassical design sensibilities of the late 18th to early 19th century. ...

18th century French Walnut Commode, Castres, Pyrénées, c. 1760 Dry walnut, Original Pulls, later Escutcheons H: 32 D: 24 W: 50 in.