France - Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

This cassone, remarkable for its sobriety, sits on two clawed lion’s feet and a moulded base. On the façade, there is one large, moulded frame, with two soberly carved medallions inside it. Each medallion has a painted coat of arms at the centre. The two coats of arms are different, suggesting that there was an alliance between two families through marriage. The thick lid has a fluted frieze at the front. On the sides, a wrought iron handle reminds us of the use of this piece, which was intended for storing the property of its owner and allowing them to travel between various residences. The square shaped handles highlight the earliness of this object in the century. The cassone is, along with the bed, a key piece of furniture of the Middle Ages and was still used in the Renaissance Period.

Former workshop changing room for employees of the Compagnie Française de Raffinage, CFR, and more particularly for the Normandy refineries in France. Still has the Normandy refiner...

Cabinet with Stepped Paneling in Oak, France, 1940s A low, grounded form that exudes both presence and humility, this French oak cabinet is articulated with a rhythmic procession of ...

Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two storage facilities and covered with very detailed designed doors and in the center, ...

A beautiful drop-front secretary desk in mahogany veneer, designed by René-Jean Caillette for Rosier SNA furniture, stamped on the back and dating from the 1950s. This piece exemplif...

Monolithic in stance yet intricate in surface, this tall French cabinet reveals a façade of concentric rosettes and squared panels, arranged with the solemn rhythm of a liturgical ob...

Tactile and grounded, this French chest of drawers from the 1940s embodies a rustic modernism steeped in simplicity. Carved from solid pine, the piece reveals the swirling grain and ...

Spanish Brutalist Carved Oak Cabinet, Late 19th Century Revival Period "The soul of a building, like that of a man, is in its structure." — Luis Barragán A commanding expression of Spanish Brutalist craftsmanship, this late 19th-century Revival period cabinet is a testament to the region’s tradition of bold, sculptural woodworking. Hand-carved from solid oak, its imposing presence is softened by intricate geometric and folkloric reliefs, each chiseled motif narrating a story of heritage and artisanal mastery. The façade features four deeply paneled doors, framed by robust architectural lines and adorned with hand-wrought iron hardware, evoking the rugged elegance of Spanish monastery furniture...

Pair of two-drawer nightstands, designed by Maison Regain, circa 1970. Crafted entirely from solid pine, these nightstands feature clean lines and offer two spacious drawers, ideal ...

Trunk grand cru blue covered with black grained cowhide genuine leather. With lozines in smooth leather, jewelry parts in solid brass, with hand polished n...

French chestnut sideboard buffet in the neogothic style. Turned legs gothic and geometrical motifs. One drawer and two doors, wrought iron handles and locksmith. Good antique conditi...

A late 18th century wooden veneer piece of furniture for keeping papers called "cartonnier", in its upper part two drawers and a pair of side doors adorned with delicate pull mask-sh...

Louis XV Wardrobe Circa 1880 in Several Types of Wood Treat yourself to the timeless luxury of the Louis Features : Style: Louis XV Period: Circa 1880 Several species of wood Det...

This Bernard Govin desk is the only one currently on the market. Its design is as precise as the other pieces by this designer. The workmanship is of the highest quality. Bernard Go...

As soon as 1540 France's second Renaissance is in the making, intimately linked to the rediscovery of the Antique world. The development of the printing and engraving industry allows the spread of artworks and models in many cities and countries. The Italian influence can be perceived in every artistic field. While the French king entrust the most talented Italian artists with major projects such as Il Rosso or Primaticcio in Fontainebleau, French artists also travel to Italy to form themselves to this new style. In Italy they get acquainted with the work of Leo Battista Alberti the first to theorize perspective (De Pictura, 1435-36) and architecture (De re oedificatoria, 1541). Those two publications would have a revolutionary impact on arts. Furniture is marked by the work of the most famous Italian architects of the time as well as French architects. Indeed Philibert de l'Orme competes with Alberti and by the end of his life publishes several treaties including one devoted to a theory of architecture (1567). Unfortunately he would not live to complete the second volume. In this treaty he expresses his interest for mathematical norms applied to architecture, copied from the Antique. His journeys in Italy allowed him to accumulate the most sophisticated references. Jean Bullant, another architect of great talent also theorizes his practice. He establishes rules characterizing Greco-Roman art staying faithful to Vitruvius. Following this new inspiration the structure of furniture evolves. From then on appear columns, capitals, cornices, friezes and architraves. The ornamentation uses this inspiration as well with egg-and-dart, palm leaf and rose adorning the most beautiful pieces. In Lyon, crossroad where meet merchants from everywhere those new experiments are welcomed. Lyon florishing printing industry allows the spreading of models and treaties essential to the artist's work. Thus the first publication of Vitruvius' De Architectura in France would be printed in Lyon in 1532. Artists from Lyon rediscover and familiarize themselves with the Antique knowledge very early. They adopt those new ideas and use them in their own creations. Lyon cabinet-makers re interpret Antique architecture and Italian Renaissance palaces to give their pieces a pure and harmonious architectural structure. Grooved pilasters are particularly favored. They are topped by capitals of diverse orders always respecting the sequencing with simpler ones for the lower levels and the richest ones on the higher levels. As for the ornamentation, one of the great distinctiveness of Lyon workshops remains the architectural perspective illusions, drawing inspiration from Tuscany. True masterpiece of the Second French Renaissance this important cabinet illustrates Lyon workshops' taste for fine Italian architecture inspired by Antiquity. An architectural perspective of great quality is treated in symmetry on each panel. This two-bodied cabinet without recess stands on four rectangular feet. The base comprises a molding, a palm leaf frieze and is bordered by a braid. The lower body is divided by three grooved pilasters with Tuscan capitals framing two door-leaves. The two panels are encircled by a moudled frame with palm leaves. They are finely carved with a decor of fantasized architecture depicting an Italian Renaissance palace erected symmetrically on each side of a grooved pilaster. On the ground floor a door opens through a stilted arch while the stories are opened with mullioned windows, dormers and occuli. Two large pegged-boss cladded pillars support the entablature enriched by a palm leaf frieze upon which stands an arch whose coffered intrados is centred by a rose. Behind this arch a pyramid appears, standing in front of a second facade with a window topped by a broken curvilinear pediment under a cul-de-four with a shell. The checker flooring gives depth to the low-reliefs creating vanishing points structuring the panels and guiding the eye of the observer. A thin laurel braid highlights the belt of the cabinet where are located two drawers. Their facades are adorned by palm leaves in hoops. The upper body is encircled with palm leaves. The same ternary division as in the lower body appears. However, the pilasters are topped by Ionic capitals with volutes and egg-and-dart. The door-leaves are framed with flowers. On the panels the artist has designed another architectural decor. On the foreground open two arches on top of grooved pilasters with rectangular capitals adorned with palm leaves. The arches are enriched with braids and the coffered intrados bears a decor of roses. The spandrels also bear a flower decor. In the background another arcature hosts a fluted grooved column topped with double basket acanthus capital, characteristic of Corinthian order. The triangular pediment is interrupted by a choux bourguignon. A large cornice crowns the cabinet. It stands on pilasters and forms an entablature comprising a palm leaf frieze and an egg-and-dart, triglyph and palm leaf cornice. The cabinet's sides have also been carefully considered. The lower body's panels are enriched with an arch rising above a broken pediment portico hosting a twisted column. Flowers garnish the spandrels. An architectural facade completes the decor. The upper body's panels present two arches supported by a facade opened with dormers and mullioned windows as well as cartouches (one bears the inscription 1580 dating the cabinet) suggesting the interior of an Italian Renaissance palace, confirmed by the chandeliers. The flooring leads our gaze to a second arch with a broken curvilinear pediment where stands a flower vase. This arch opens onto a perspective of another facade along a road. Inside the cabinet, on the lower body door-leaves appear two designs. On the right door is depicted a Crucifixion. Saint Mary and Saint John flank the Christ on the cross. In the bottom part is inscribed « Dure uiator abis nihil haec spectacula curas / Pendenti cum sis unica cura Deo. / Tota suo moriente dolet natura Magistro. / Nil qui solus eras caussa dolenda doles. ». The signature [Christoff Swartz Monachiensis pinx[it] / Ioa[nnes] Sadeler sculp[it]] tells us it was made by Johan Sadeler I (1550-1600) after Christoph Schwartz (1548-1592). This engraving belongs to an ensemble depicting the Passion of Christ Johan Sadeler executed in 1589 after an altar piece painted by Christoph Schwartz for the private chapel of Renée of Loraine, wife of Duke William V of Bavaria. This altar piece made of nine copper panels has been destroyed during the 19th century. The Crucifixion panel once in the centre of the altar piece is the only one that survived and is today kept in Munich's Alte Pinakothek. On the left door appears Saint Francis receiving the stigmata. The inscription says : « Signastidomine Servum Tuum. Franciscum. Signis Redemptionis Nostrae ». This Renaissance cabinet with an architectural decor appearing as much in the structure faithful to Antique rules...

Defined by its luminous geometry and quiet poise, this French oak sideboard is a refined expression of rural craftsmanship, distilled into modern simplicity. Three front panels are a...

Description: This stunning bleached French buffet, carefully selected by our curator, is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design from the 194...

A straight-cornice wardrobe with two doors and a false frame, made of molded oak with carved and gilded decoration of foliate scrolls, flowers and finials, arched uprights. Parisian ...

Very nice oak display cabinet dating from 1900s in good condition. It has two parts. The upper part has sliding glass doors and brass handles and rack. Removable glass shelves. The ...

The lower part of the facade is adorned with a foliated and fruit garland. The facade’s central panel bears a low-relief decor framed by a rais-de-cœur frieze. The central scene a...

Iconic "Student" desk model by Pierre Guariche for Meurop. Produced between 1962 and 1967, this particular piece dates back to approximately 1962. It features a black lacquered m...

Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim in deep chocolate color, solid brass Louis Vuitton stamped clasps, lock and studs, solid brass corners...

Designed passionately and exquisitely by the incomparable talents, the Cabinet was created to grace the most regal of dining rooms with its elegance and splendor. Inspired by the aristocratic palaces of the Alexandrian pashas of Egypt, the mother of pearl Cabinet...

Stunning curved chest of drawers in natural rattan with leaves pattern and brass handles. 4 drawers for maximum use. This item is a rare high quality handmade piece. Very unique and ...

Bibliothèque étagère des années 60, style scandinave moderniste dans le goût des meubles de Antoine Philippon et Jacqueline Lecoq pour Degorre ou de Pierre Guariche pour ARP Minviell...

Art Deco credenza sideboard French dresser buffet, made circa 1930 Brown black & white venused marble in good condition. This art deco buffet has been ful...

French Antique Horologist's Storage Cabinet An attractive Clockmaker's Storage Cabinet that is made in pine and finished in black ebonised paint. Full of character, this piece co...

Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim in deep chocolate color, solid brass Louis Vuitton stamped clasps, lock and studs, solid brass corners...

Double-sided shop counter in solid pine and oak, 1960s. Fully restored and varnished, combining strength, character and practicality. One side features a bevelled glass display, dee...

This dresser crafted from American black walnut is a stunning testament to George Nakashima's craftsmanship. Created upon the request of a private client in 1955, the angular shapes ...

A unique bar for a standout look. This unique set of four cabinet counters were created by Isabelle and Richard Faure for Parisian design firm Maison Honore in the late 1970s. Each e...

Rare cabinet by french designer René Gabriel. Solid oakwood and oak veneer. The cabinet features 6 drawers on the lower part and 2 doors on the top part with functional keys and lo...

ORIGIN : ITALY, TUSCANY PERIOD : 16th CENTURY DIMENSIONS : Height : 73 cm Length : 180 cm Depth: 57 cm Good condition Walnut wood This significant Florentine cassone in the shape of a sarcophagus features a beautiful front panel flanked at the corners by two mascarons surrounded by voluted acanthus leaves. It rests on two lion's paw feet at the front. The decoration includes a beautiful frieze of scales at the bottom, which continues on the sides. Above this, in the center, a scrollwork cartouche once bore coats of arms. On either side, there is an abundant vegetal decor with vine branches and sumptuous grape clusters. The domed top lid is adorned around its edge with a wide frieze featuring a scale motif, harmoniously matching the lower cornice. This beautiful cassone is interesting for several reasons. The choice of ornamentation is not random. Grapes have numerous meanings and are often associated with fertility, especially when represented on a wedding cassone...

Large 1930s art deco wardrobe in the style of Maurice Dufrène. This armoire has two hinged side doors opening onto a series of shelves and a central door with a large mirror opening...

A composition of stoic monumentality, this French sideboard, circa 1940, articulates a language of sculptural reserve and regional narrative. Framed within a broad rectilinear carcas...

This elegant Louis Vuitton features the very sought after checkers pattern.In some of the checkers, it is written "L.Vuitton marque de fabrique déposée". It also features silver stee...

This 2 doors and 3 drawers sideboard is designed by Eric Gizard - Paris. It is 100% made in France with solid ash wood, veneer and lacquered doors in MDF panels. Each door and...

Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the 1940s. Despite its smaller size, this piece exudes timeless elegance and showcases the ...

Antique French Louis XVI buffet topped with a Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. Three dovetailed drawers a...

Adorable pair of bedside tables or shelves made in Tunisia and directly brought back from our last holidays there. Carved wood and handpainted. With a secret space for you to put you...

Exceptional neo Renaissance bookcase forming desk. This monumental piece consists in a lower part forming drop-front desk supported by two pillars with drawers. The lateral parts each open with a moulded door. The bookcase occupies the upper part, opening by four windows...

This large chest stands on high legs prolonging the lateral jambs. Presenting a sober and severe appearance the chest still belongs to the Medieval tradition. The piece is made from very high quality Hungarian wood. The jambs are joined to the facade and the lateral sides thanks to pegged mortise and tenon securing a great stability and squareness between each parts. The upper lid is made of two joined parts and so is the facade. The ironwork is present all over the surface of the chest and brings both an additional stability to the construction as well as a rich decor. The lid is secured with hinges. Hinges also run all over the chest in horizontal and vertical lines, ending in a floral motif. The hasp lock is also very ornamental. Those chests always present important proportions especially when they are made early in the period. This model was very popular in Germany and stayed in vogue until the 16th century. However the feet Gothic decor...

Signed " Meubles D’Art, M. Lerolle, Fabricant, 61, Rue des Sts-Peres. Paris " Remarkable carved wood cabinet, richly sculpted in the Neo-Renaissance style, and inlaid with vert de m...

Armoire dressing vintage style moderniste des années 60 70, en teck et noyer, sur plinthe, jolies poignées, 4 portes, beaucoup de rangements :...

Introducing a remarkable 19th-century Catalan Spanish Baroque wardrobe, skillfully hand-carved from solid walnut and featuring Tuscan-inspired ...

Antique Art Déco shelf with little cabinet, drawers and mail box Swiss Alp style with a carved chalet on the door of the cabinet. Both aesthetic and pract...

A rhythmic play of shadow and surface animates this modest yet architectonic console cabinet, hewn from solid elm and raised on a stretchered base. The façade is articulated with dee...

This beautiful Empire clapper secretaire is made of burr walnut. It has very elegant detached columns with Fine chiseled bronze elements on top and bottom of each column. Inside of the secretaire there is leather desk and several drawers including a secret drawer...

Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Sideboard in Oak from the early period of French company "Votre Maison". France, Circa 1955. Here is an oak Credenza designed by French creator duo Rober...

Introducing a remarkable French Art Deco dining table designed by the renowned Charles Dudouyt, a celebrated furniture designer known for his exceptional craftsmanship, innovative de...

This exceptional 17th-century single-door bonnetière hails from the Haute-Auvergne region of France and offers a rare opportunity to own a true piece of French heritage. Originally c...

Tall Oak Cabinet in the Spirit of René Gabriel, France, 1950s Post-war pragmatism expressed in solid timber — a compact column of storage with quiet architectural presence. This tal...

This 3-door buffet is a craft handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is characterized by stra...

Provincial Buffet in Stripped Oak, France, Late 19th Century Channeling the softened contours of provincial Louis XV ornament An ode to rustic refinement, this late 19th-century Fre...

Italian Renaissance wedding cassone Origin : Northern Italy, Between Milan And Bologne Period : 15th Century Height : 55 cm Width : 156.5 cm D...

French side cabinets nightstand of 1960s. Oak bedside tables with red marble top Nightstands of midcentury period. Good condition, with varnish refinihing. Shipping: L68 P5...

Monumental hotel reception desk set — 11.5m Front Counter, 16.9m Rear This monumental reception counter, originally part of a grand hôtel palace, is a masterpiece of 20th-century cr...

A Pair of Impressive and elegant Bookcases China 1980s. In Yumu ( chinese elmwood ), beautiful veneered wood. Quality manufacturing. A bookcases is in two parts for the transport....

A superb, radical and rigorous dressing table or console with drawer with its stool, its mobile mirror and its integrated lighting, with a minimalist and functionalist design, Post-M...

19th mid-century French cabinet buffet. Three doors and three drawers Massive pine. The very long life of this piece of furniture led it to undergo a restoration that has restored al...