Beaux Arts furniture included chairs replicating models from the Renaissance and sofas inspired by Louis XIV. These pieces filled high-ceilinged rooms that featured tapestries fit for a medieval castle and were illuminated by crystal chandeliers reminiscent of those in European palaces. Leon Marcotte Company created furnishings for the White House mimicking the style of Louis XVI, while in France, cabinetmaker Louis Majorelle reproduced 18th-century pieces that would influence his later Art Nouveau style.
Students at the École des Beaux-Arts in 19th-century Paris meticulously sketched Roman and Greek art and architecture as part of a curriculum that elevated the classical world. This reverence for history informed the architecture and design being constructed in the French capital and beyond, where columns and pediments were joined with elements referencing the Renaissance and Baroque eras, culminating in grand civic buildings such as the Palais Garnier opera house constructed under Napoleon III.
Beaux Arts style, also known as Classical Eclecticism for its flamboyant mixing of influences, made its way to the United States in the late 19th century through American architects who studied in Paris, like Richard Morris Hunt and Charles Follen McKim. They designed monumental turn-of-the-century buildings like train stations, libraries, museums and mansions that featured soaring entry halls and grand stairways with nearly every surface embellished, from mosaic floors to stained-glass ceilings. The luxurious interiors of these Beaux Arts buildings, which weren’t crowded with objects as in the Victorian era, matched this spirit of opulence and embraced the past.
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Stoneware Vase by John Bailey to La Borne, circa 1997
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A stoneware vase with red glaze decoration by John Bailey to La Borne. Perfect original conditions. Circa 1980-1990. Signed at the base. Unique piece.
Ceramic
Big stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Big stoneware pitcher by Georges Martin with geometrical decoration. Artist monogram on the base. Unique piece. Circa 1970-1980. H : 24.4 x 7.1 x 8.3 inches.
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Vase by Robert Heraud, circa 1970-1980
By Annie Maume & Robert Heraud
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase by Robert Heraud. Wood firing. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base. Circa 1980. Unique piece.
Ceramic
French Bronze Lilly Pad Table Lamp with Glass Shade
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Bronze Lilly Pad Table Lamp with Glass Shade French Bronze Lilly Pad Table Lamp with Fire Red Bell Flower Glass Shade, this is a very attractive piece, the lamp has a swan ne...
Art Glass
Porcelain vase by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain vase by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Circa 1970-1980. H : 18.5 x 11 inches.
Ceramic
Green and red glazed ceramic cup by Gisèle Buthod Garçon, circa 1980-1990
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Green and red glazed ceramic cup by Gisèle Buthod Garçon. Raku fired. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1980-1990. H : 2.9’ x 8.3’ inches. - Born in 1954 in Salon-de-Proven...
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture with Black Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic sculpture with black glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Circa 1970-1980. H : 10.6 x 12.9 inches (ceramic only). Sold with a European electrical system.
Ceramic
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Circa 1970-1980. H : 8.3 x 5.1 inches (ceramic only). Sold with a European electrical system.
Ceramic
Blue/green and black glazed ceramic ball vase by Gisèle Buthod Garçon, 1980-1990
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Blue/green and black glazed ceramic ball vase by Gisèle Buthod Garçon. Raku fired. Artist monogram under the base. Vers 1980-1990. H : 9.8’ x 9.1’...
Ceramic
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Circa 1970-1980. H : 13.4 x 9 x 5.1 inches (ceramic only). Sold with a European electrical sy...
Ceramic
Henry Cashmere blend Black Blanket with Silk Border, Queen Size, by JG Switzer
By JG Switzer
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Can be used as a coverlet or blanket. Blankets as artful heirlooms. 18th century English mill wool carries Royal Warrant to Windsor Castle and is highest quality and softest Merino w...
Wool
Stoneware sculptural lamp by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware sculptural lamp by Georges Martin. Artist signature on one side. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece. H : 9.4’ x 3.9’ x 11.2’ inches.
Ceramic
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware lamp with geometric decoration by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Circa 1970-1980. H : 11.8 x 9.4 inches (ceramic only). Sold with a European electrical system.
Ceramic
Big stoneware vase with geometrical decoration by Georges Martin, 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Big stoneware vase with geometrical decoration by Georges Martin. Artist monogram on the base. Unique piece. Circa 1970-1980. H : 27.5 x 5.5 x 7.1 inches.
Ceramic
« Ostinato » table in raw stoneware with dark green glazed top by Denis Castaing
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
« Ostinato » table in raw stoneware with dark green glazed top by Denis Castaing. Artist signature under the base. 2024. H : 15.3 x 9.8 inches. - Born in 1968, he lives and works i...
Ceramic
Ceramic Sculpture Entitled "Entre-Deux" by Pierre Martinon, circa 1991
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ceramic sculpture entitled « Entre-deux » by Pierre Martinon. Perfect original conditions. Signed and dated at the base "Pierre Martinon 1991". Unique piece. - A great work of ...
Ceramic
Antique French Palissy Majolica Serving Platter
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Palissy Majolica serving platter is an exquisite example of the genre, very well preserved and resplendent with jewel tones on a rich background creating a very decora...
Ceramic
Unique Ceramic Sculpture by Pierre Martinon, circa 2000
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unique ceramic sculpture with black glaze decoration by Pierre Martinon. Perfect original conditions. Signed at the base "P. Martinon ". circa 2000. - A great work of art can of...
Ceramic
Glazed and Engobed Stoneware Lamp by Bruno H'rdy to La Borne, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glazed and engobed stoneware lamp by Bruno H'rdy to La Borne. Circa 1970. Perfect original conditions. Sold with a new European electrical system. Dimensions are mentioned for the ce...
Ceramic
Ceramic Mirror by Mia Jensen, Signed, Unique Piece, circa 2023
By Mia Jensen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Black and green glazed ceramic mirror by Mia Jensen. Artist signature under the base. Circa 2023-2024. H : 1.8’ x 7.5’ x 7.1’ inches. - Born in 1981 in Denmark, lives and works in ...
Ceramic
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
"Work and Industry", Large Allegorical Relief Panel w/ Half Nude American Indian
By Rudolf Mayer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare and magnificent bas relief panel by Rudolf Mayer entitled "Handel Und Industrie" or "Work and Industry," makes fascinating use of German workers and a Native American to re...
Metal
Large black glazed ceramic vase by Gisèle Buthod Garçon, circa 1980-1990
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large black glazed ceramic vase by Gisèle Buthod Garçon. Raku fired. Artist monogram and signature under the base. Circa 1980-1990. Unique piece. H : 12.6’ x 12.6’ inches. - Bor...
Ceramic
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
Pop Shade of Green Porcelain Cuo, by Manufacture de Sèvres, 1962
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sèvre -Cup Pop shade of green porcelain cup Manufacture de Sèvres, dated 1962 Decor in shades of green by Bernard Bannier. Measures: H 5.5 cm / 2,2 in. Ø 18 cm / 7 in.
Porcelain
Ceramic Mirror by Mia Jensen, Signed, Unique Piece, circa 2023
By Mia Jensen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Brown grogged ceramic mirror by Mia Jensen. Artist signature under the base. Circa 2023-2024. H : 1.8’ x 9.2’ inches. - Born in 1981 in Denmark, lives and works in La Borne, France...
Ceramic
19th Century Bronze Sculpture Father And Son By Henri Honore Plé
By H. Ple
Located in Norwood, NJ
Henri Honore Plé (1853 - 1922). This beautiful original 19th century French sculpture depicts a moment between father and son. Fine quality patinated bronze, in the naturalistic styl...
Bronze
$418Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sterling Silver Baby Rattle, Hand-Carved, England, 1890
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique English baby silver rattle, with mother of pearl handle. The first gift for a newborn. City stamp not clearly visible, but Birmingham may be. ref. A/16.
Sterling Silver
Ceramic Lamp by Pierre Digan, to La Borne, circa 1970
By Pierre Digan
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic lamp by Pierre Digan. Perfect original conditions. Artist monogram at the base. Circa 1970. Sold with a new European electrical system. Dimensions are mentioned only f...
Ceramic
Ceramic Mirror by Mia Jensen, Signed, Unique Piece, circa 2023
By Mia Jensen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Brown grogged ceramic mirror by Mia Jensen. Artist signature under the base. Circa 2023-2024. H : 1.9’ x 10.2’ inches. - Born in 1981 in Denmark, lives and works in La Borne, Franc...
Ceramic
Brown glazed ceramic cup by Gisèle Buthod Garçon, circa 1980-1990
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Brown glazed ceramic cup by Gisèle Buthod Garçon. Raku fired. Artist monogram under the base. Vers 1980-1990. H : 5.1’ x 7.9’ inches. - Born in 1954 i...
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp Signed under the Base, Italy, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp signed under the base. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1960-1970. Sold with a new electrical system. Dimensions are mentioned for ...
Ceramic
A Gilt Gold Italian Acanthus Leaf Carved Wall or Console Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
A Gilt Gold Italian Acanthus Leaf Carved Wall or Console Mirror. A wonderfully carved and detailed wall mirror with a beveled mirror framed by a serious group of carvings.
Mirror, Wood
A Fine Early 20th Century French Harbour Scene by Henri Alphonse Barnoin
By Henri Alphonse Barnoin
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Henri Alphonse Barnoin (1882-1940) studied with Emile Charles Dameron at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris. In 1912 he moved to the small commun...
Canvas, Paint, Gesso
Large Plaster Hand Wall Sculpture, Monumental Artist Studio Study, 20th Century
Located in BORGO, FR
Large-scale plaster hand sculpture, likely originating from an artist’s studio as a study model, presenting a striking sculptural and expressive presence. This monumental piece captu...
Plaster
Custom Art Wood Frame, Handcrafted Beaux Arts Style, Late 20th Century
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Custom Art wood frame by DELF cadres d'Art, Paris France. The DELF Paris store is located in 8th arrondissement, in the heart of the Champs Élysées-Faubourg Saint-Honoré district. ...
Wood
Ceramic Stool or Table with Glazes Decoration by Mia Jensen, circa 2022
By Mia Jensen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic stool or table with glazes decoration by Mia Jensen. Unique piece. Signed under the base. Circa 2022. 19.7 x 13.6 inches. - Born in 1981 in Denmark, lives and works in L...
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp by Denis Castaing, 2020
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp by Denis Castaing. Perfect original conditions. Sold with an European electrical system. Signed at the base. ...
Ceramic
Little glazed stoneware plate by Jean Linard, circa 1970.
By Jean Linard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Little glazed stoneware plate by Jean Linard. Artist signature under the base. Circa 1970. H : 1.4’ x 5.7’ x 5.1’ inches.
Ceramic
White and black engobed bollène stoneware stool by Jean Ponsart, 2023.
By Jean Ponsart
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
White and black engobed bollène stoneware stool by Jean Ponsart. Artist monogram at the base. 2023. H : 20.9’ x 11.2 inches. - Born in 1992 in Briançon, France, lives and works in ...
Ceramic
19th Century Trophy Form French Champleve and Cloisonne Vase with Cover
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and very large (23 inch tall) antique (19th century) trophy form vase or urn with cover, finely crafted from bronze with body and lid featuring multi-colored floral and a...
Bronze, Enamel
Ceramic Table Lamp Signed Onet, circa 1970, France
By Onet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp with blue, grey glazes decoration. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base "Onet", circa 1970. Sold with a new European electrical system. Dime...
Ceramic
Meissen Manufactory, Pair of Trumpet-shaped Vases, Germany, Circa 1880
Located in PARIS, FR
Fine pair of trumpet-shaped vases in porcelain, flaring widely at the top into an elegant, blossom-like rim. The slightly bulbous base rests on a circular foot accented with a gilded...
Porcelain
Late 19th C. Antique Floral Turkish Kaysari Silk & Metallic Thread Tapestry Rug
Located in New York, NY
This is a pristine and finely woven stunning antique Floral Turkish Kaysari silk & metallic thread tapestry c. 1880-1900, hand woven in Turkey measuring 4.3 x 6.1 ft. This is a wall hanging and a real show piece. Provenance: Doyle Auction...
Metallic Thread
Aubusson tapestry woven by the Pinton workshop for the Moulin de Vauboyen.
By Raoul Dufy
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Parrots Aubusson tapestry woven by the Pinton workshop for the Moulin de Vauboyen. No. 4/8. Circa 1970. Raoul Dufy always demonstrated a genuine calling for the decorative arts...
Wool
Ceramic Table Lamp by Denis Castaing, 2022
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp by Denis Castaing. Sold with a new European electrical system. 2022. - Born in 1968, he lives and works in ...
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp by the Potters of La Borne, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic lamp with glaze decoration by La Borne Potters. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base. Sold with a new electrical electrification. Circa 1960-1970. Dimens...
Ceramic
Terra sigillata covered Pot by Alistair Danhieux, 2012.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terra sigillata covered pot by Alistair Danhieux. Signed and dated under the base. 2012. H : 6.3 x 5.9 inches. Perfect original conditions. - Born in Crewe, England, Alistair Ayns...
Ceramic
Big Ceramic Lamp Signed Sesam, to Vallauris, circa 1960-1970
By Sesame
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A big ceramic lamp signed "Sesam" to Vallauris, France. Perfect original conditions. Unique piece. Signed under the base "Sesame, Vallauris", c...
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase with Glazes Decoration by Michel Lanos
By Michel Lanos
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with glazes decoration by Michel Lanos (1926-2005). Perfect original decorations. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1980-199...
Ceramic
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
Sumptuous Tiffany Wine Cooler in Beaux-Arts Olympian Pattern
By Tiffany & Co., F. Antoine Heller
Located in New York, NY
Olympian sterling silver wine cooler. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Round with gently tapering sides and three reeded c-scroll handles with leaf mounts and caps. Foot ring...
Sterling Silver
Ceramic Table Lamp by Jean Austruy, circa 1960-1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp by Jean Austruy. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base. Dimensions are mentioned only for the ceramic, circa 1960-1970. Sold with a new Europea...
Ceramic
Attributed to Adolphe Braun, French Carbon Photograph After “Le Drame"
By Adolphe Braun
Located in Morristown, NJ
Attributed to Adolphe Braun (French, 1812–1877), this 19th-century carbon print depicts Le Drame, one of the monumental sculptural groups created for the Palais Garnier (Paris Opera)...
Plexiglass, Wood, Paper
Black- Brown Ceramic Table Lamp by Denis Castaing, 2021
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A black- brown ceramic table lamp by Denis Castaing. Perfect original conditions. Signed at the base. 2021. Sold with a new European electrical system. - Born in 1968, he lives an...
Ceramic
Wall Sconce Ceramic Attributed to Boleslaw Danikowski, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A wall sconce ceramic attributed to Boleslaw Danikowski. Perfect original conditions. Sold without electrical system, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Pair of Ceramic Table Lamps by Denis Castaing with Brown Glaze, 2019
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of ceramic table lamps by Denis Castaing with brown glaze decoration. The base and the lamp shade are in ceramic. Sold with an European electrical system. Perfect original con...
Ceramic
Porcelain Sculpture with Black Glaze Decoration by Tim Orr, circa 1970
By Tim Orr
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A porcelain sculpture with black glaze decoration by Tim Orr. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base, circa 1970.
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp Signed, Vallauris, circa 1960-1970
By Vallauris AM
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp signed, Vallauris, France. Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base. Dimensions are mentioned only for the ceramic, circa 1960-1970. Sold with a n...
Ceramic
Zoomorphic Pair of Ceramic Lamp, by Poet- Laval, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A zoomorphic pair of ceramic lamp by Poet- Laval. Perfect original conditions. Sold with a new lamp shades and new European electrical system. Dimensions: Lamp with lampshade and...
Ceramic
Ceramic Mirror by Denis Castaing, 2018
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic mirror by Denis Castaing. Perfect original conditions. Signed. 2018. - Born in 1968, he lives and works in Saint-Mesmin, Burgundy. Denis Castaing’s work reflects an obs...
Ceramic
French Beaux Arts Decor Ormolu Wreath and Floral Escutcheon Keyhole Cover
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Add an elegant Parisian touch to your decor with this beautiful antique French ormolu, Beaux Arts escutcheon, circa 1900-1910. Designed to cover a keyhole on either a salon door, arm...
Ormolu