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France  05019  DT000021

A Magnificent French Louis XV Extending Dining Table-Walnut with Ebony Stringing & Giltwood Accents

France, Late 19th Century

This magnificent French Louis XV extending dining table, dating to the late 19th century, showcases exceptional craftsmanship, refined proportions, and timeless elegance. The elongated oval top is beautifully crafted from rich, honey-toned walnut, its surface enhanced by a lustrous hand-polished finish that highlights the natural grain and figuring of the wood. A fine inlaid ebony stringing runs around the perimeter, subtly framing the tabletop and lending visual depth and sophistication.

Designed for versatility, the table includes five removable leaves, seamlessly transforming it from an intimate dining setting into a grand banquet configuration. It rests upon six gracefully contoured cabriole legs, each adorned with giltwood teardrop cartouches at the knees — a distinctive Louis XV-inspired detail. The legs terminate in finely carved hoof feet, an elegant nod to Rococo styling, balancing ornamentation with restraint.

The table exhibits superb joinery, warm coloration, and a soft, naturally aged patina, embodying the hallmarks of 19th-century French craftsmanship. It blends refined decorative elements with practical adaptability, making it equally suited for a formal dining room, a luxury interior, or an elevated contemporary setting.

 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Louis XVI Marquetry Guéridon with Ormolu Mounts

This refined Louis XVI guéridon exemplifies the artistry and elegance of late 18th-century French design. The circular top is richly decorated with an intricate parquetry marquetry, arranged in a finely executed diamond trellis pattern, bordered by a contrasting veneer band that subtly frames the composition. Its surface reflects a high level of craftsmanship, offering both visual rhythm and warmth through the interplay of precious woods.

Encircling the top, a delicate gilt-bronze (ormolu) molding provides a touch of restrained opulence while also serving as a protective rim. The frieze continues the trellis motif and is punctuated with finely cast gilt-bronze mounts of scrolling acanthus, foliage, and rosettes, each mount masterfully detailed to highlight the neoclassical ornament vocabulary associated with the reign of Louis XVI.

The table is supported by four elegantly tapered, fluted legs, a hallmark of the neoclassical aesthetic, terminating in gilt-bronze capitals and sabots. This balance of clean geometry with luxurious ormolu detailing reflects the refinement sought after by the French aristocracy and haute bourgeoisie of the late 18th century, and which has remained timeless in sophisticated interiors ever since.

Versatile in function and scale, this guéridon serves beautifully as an occasional, side, or center table, lending a sense of luxury without overwhelming its surroundings. Its harmonious proportions, exquisite marquetry, and finely chased mounts make it an outstanding example of Louis XVI style furniture, appealing to those who value both decorative richness and classical restraint.

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France  05019  DT000021

An Exquisite Neoclassical Marquetry Commode in the form of Giuseppe Maggiolini, Northern Italy, 18th Century

An elegant and finely executed neoclassical commode in the form of Giuseppe Maggiolini, the celebrated Milanese ébéniste of the late 18th century. Crafted in richly figured walnut, the commode features three drawers with exceptional marquetry inlay in boxwood and other fruitwoods.

The top drawer is framed with a delicate band of alternating stylized floral rosettes, while the lower drawers showcase classical floral and foliate inlays, culminating in a central radiating fan medallion — a motif closely associated with Maggiolini’s workshop. The commode is raised on tapered legs with linear inlay, further emphasizing the clean architectural lines characteristic of the neoclassical style.

Retaining its original brass escutcheons and keyplates, the piece displays a warm, even patina and outstanding craftsmanship throughout. While unsigned, its refined form and decorative program strongly evoke the influence of Maggiolini’s atelier and the broader Lombard cabinetmaking tradition.

Origin: Northern Italy
Date: Circa 1760

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France  05019  DT000021

 

A SET OF FOUR GILT BRONZE CANDLESTICKS

Italy, Circa 19th Century

Ornate set of four gilt bronze candlesticks with deeply cast decoration, featuring bust medallions, floral motifs, and acanthus scrollwork throughout. Tri-form bases rest on paw feet. Richly detailed and heavy in presence — ideal for dramatic mantle or console display.

Also available as pairs of 2.

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France  05019  DT000021

A 17th Century Italian Baroque Marquetry Cassettone

Italian, 17th Century

A rare and finely crafted Italian Baroque cassettone, circa 1680–1700, likely originating from Lombardy. Constructed in rich walnut, this piece features three full-length drawers, each adorned with exquisite marquetry panels depicting pastoral and animal scenes rendered in contrasting fruitwoods. Deeply carved foliate details frame each drawer, showcasing the high level of craftsmanship characteristic of the period.

Above the primary drawers, a concealed frieze opens to reveal a hidden writing surface and a series of small inlaid drawers, originally intended for correspondence and writing tools — a sophisticated secretarial feature rarely found in traditional commodes of this type.

Original brass hardware, bold carved feet, and a warm, time-softened patina complete this elegant and multifunctional piece.

A superb example of Northern Italian craftsmanship.

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France  05019  DT000021

A PAIR OF GILT BRONZE & CRYSTAL CANDELABRA

Italian, Mid-19th Century

Elegant pair of three-light candelabra with spiral-cut crystal columns and ornate gilt bronze arms. Each sconce is topped with frosted glass lotus-form bobeches, adding delicate contrast to the classical metalwork. Mounted on square bases with gadroon detailing — a graceful blend of Neoclassical and Empire revival styling.

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France  05019  DT000021

A VERY RARE ROCOCO GILTWOOD CONSOLE TABLE WITH MARBLE TOP
Italian, early 18th Century

Exuberantly carved giltwood console, gilded highlights throughout, with boldly scrolled legs, floral garlands, and pierced apron, all supporting a richly veined serpentine marble top. The deeply molded edges and naturalistic ornamentation capture the full spirit of the Rococo aesthetic. A museum-quality piece, ideal for a formal entry or grand salon.

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France  05019  DT000021

A LARGE FLORAL STILL LIFE IN GILTWOOD FRAME
Signed B. Wood

Vibrant oil on canvas depicting an abundant arrangement of roses, peonies, and morning glories in a classical vase atop a stone table. The composition is rich with color, shadow, and botanical detail. Set in a deeply carved giltwood frame with scrolling acanthus and shellwork.

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France  05019  DT000021

NEOCLASSICAL GILT BRONZE CANDLESTICK
French, Circa:Late 19th Century

Elegant candlestick in richly patinated gilt bronze, featuring a fluted shaft, classical profile medallions on a tripartite base, and finely detailed paw feet. A refined neoclassical accent — beautiful as a single decorative piece.

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France  05019  DT000021

PAIR OF GILT METAL FLORAL CANDELABRA

Italy, Circa: Mid 19th Century

Charming pair of five-light gilt metal candelabra, each featuring stylized sunflowers, roses, and grape leaves in an organic, scrolling arrangement. A lively decorative accent for mantle, console, or dining display.

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France  05019  DT000021

SET OF 6 PORCELAIN & GILT BRONZE WALL SCONCES
Italy, Mid-19th Century

Charming set of 6 twin-light wall sconces featuring exquisite hand-painted floral porcelain plaques in vibrant pink and blue, set in gilt bronze mounts with scrolling acanthus details. Electrified, but stll retaining the charm of candle-form lights. A delicate balance of color, craftsmanship, and decorative elegance.

Can also be purchased in Pairs of 2

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France  05019  DT000021

Pair of Gilt Metal Candelabrum with Grapevine and Wheat Motif
Italy, Late 19th Century

A pair of exceptionally decorative gilt metal candelabrum, designed with abundant neoclassical flourishes and naturalistic elements. The piece features a central standard adorned with clusters of grapes, curling tendrils, and sheaves of wheat, symbolizing abundance and harvest. Eight candle arms extend in elegant scrolls, each with a faux candle socket, adding both verticality and charm.

The base is richly cast with acanthus leaves and stylized shells, supported on paw feet, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and balance. Perfect as a centerpiece or flanking a console, this candelabrum brings both drama and refinement to any setting.

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France  05019  DT000021

A beautiful Louis XVI gilded diminutive mirror frame with hand carved details of flowers.  

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France  05019  DT000021

An English Style Mahogany Leather Folding Library Ladder with leather sides and brass nailhead trim, inquire for dimensions & colors availability.

 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Vibrant and colorful Oil in Canvas depicting a group of musicians by Ukrainian artist Roman Zuzuk, framed in a wonderful gilded frame and signed by the artist. Circa 1990

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France  05019  DT000021

A Pair of 20th Century Bronze Sculptures from Jaroslav Vacek (1923-2012)- Titled “Family”

Can be sold individually.

 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Pair of 20th Century Bronze Sculptures from Jaroslav Vacek (1923-2012)- Titled “Family”

Priced individually. 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Magnificent 19th Century Pair of Anglo-Indian Chairs, in Black and White inlay, upholstered in Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca, Chartreuse.

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France  05019  DT000021

A 19th Century marvelous Tuscan Walnut Games Table with stone games top, set on four turned legs ending over perimetrical stretcher, with one drawer. 

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France  05019  DT000021

Late 19th Century Rocky coastal Seascape Oil on Canvas signed lower left: Bickerstaff

George Sanders Bickerstaff (California, Arkansas, 1893 – 1954) Landscape painter. Born in Marianna, Arkansas on April 12, 1893. Bickerstaff was a self-taught artist except for a brief period at the Art Institute of Chicago. He led a peripatetic existence before moving to California in 1922.

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France  05019  DT000021

A 20th Century pair of Brass Giacometti Chenets – Andirons.

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France  05019  DT000021

A marvelous 18th Century Burl Walnut nightstand with a single door and beautiful inlaid details on top, front and sides.  

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France  05019  DT000021

A magnificent 19th Century oil painting of ships at sea, on a beautiful hand carved gilded frame.

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France  05019  DT000021

A 19th Century Italian Inlaid Marble top insert into a Tuscan Style Mahogany Table with brass decoration

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France  05019  DT000021

A Rare 18th Century Louis XVI Gray Marble Fireplace Mantel, Surround Dimensions: Height 32 3/4″; Width 37 1/2″

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France  05019  DT000021

From the Mariani Privé Custom Workshop, A Pair of Polychrome Faux Marble Lacquered Wood Urns in the Italian Neoclassical Style, recalling the scagliola technique of antiquity and the Renaissance, in varying tones of light and dark greens, each with a removable lid and accented with neoclassical handles

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France  05019  DT000021

An Italian Lithograph of Joan Casanova, mounted on horseback 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Magnificent Japanese Meiji Imari Imperil Period Pedestal Bowl.

 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Wonderful six Panels Rimpa Screen attributed to Sotatsu tales of Ghenji; displaying gold leaf of the period. 

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France  05019  DT000021

An Elegant Pair of Art Deco Side tables, with a Shagreen and Ebony Inlay Octagonal top, displaying a wonderful hand carved edge and pedestal base in the shape of grape vines and leaves motifs, resting on a tripod stand base of had carved gilded rocks. 

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France  05019  DT000021

A Set of Six 19th Century Hand carved Gilded Candle Holders with three candles each. 

Can be purchased as a pair.

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France  05019  DT000021

A Wonderful Painted Louis XV Love Seat, Circa 1820

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