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French Gothic Revival Religious Artifact, circa 1880s
French Gothic Revival Religious Artifact, circa 1880s

French Gothic Revival Religious Artifact, circa 1880s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Catholic artifact, originally made to house a statue. Made of oak, clad in copper The Gothic style decor on the roof is made of brass.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items

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Brass, Copper

Roman Clay Pot Fragment, Hand-Crafted Artifact, France, 15th Century
Roman Clay Pot Fragment, Hand-Crafted Artifact, France, 15th Century

Roman Clay Pot Fragment, Hand-Crafted Artifact, France, 15th Century

Located in Miami, FL

Roman clay pot fragment. Charming artifact, a very good example of Roman pottery.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Jars

Materials

Clay

19th C French Ormolu Mtd. Multi-Arm Baccarat Crystal Chandelier, w/ Fleur de Lis
19th C French Ormolu Mtd. Multi-Arm Baccarat Crystal Chandelier, w/ Fleur de Lis

19th C French Ormolu Mtd. Multi-Arm Baccarat Crystal Chandelier, w/ Fleur de Lis

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

The company's products include lighting, tableware, decorative objects, fine jewelry, and custom flacons, and are designed to symbolize French artifacts. The fleur-de-lis is a styli...

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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s
French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s

French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s

Located in Almelo, NL

This honest patina enhances its authenticity, making it not only a functional piece of furniture but also a genuine historical artifact of French craftsmanship. Dimensions Height: ...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Benches

Materials

Rush, Oak

18th Century Country French Buffet
18th Century Country French Buffet

18th Century Country French Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century Country French buffet is a marvelous artifact that dates back to the infancy of the United States of America, where France's King Louis XVI assisted with the successful ...

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Antique 1780s French Neoclassical Revival Buffets

Materials

Steel

Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962
Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962

Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Highly sought after by perfume collectors, this piece stands as both a functional vanity object and a decorative artifact of French fragrance history. Dimensions: 6.25" H × 1.75" Di...

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Mid-20th Century French Decorative Objects

1924 Olympic Games Vase by Octave Guillonnet, Sèvres Porcelain, France
1924 Olympic Games Vase by Octave Guillonnet, Sèvres Porcelain, France

1924 Olympic Games Vase by Octave Guillonnet, Sèvres Porcelain, France

By Octave Guillonnet, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Marks Stamped on the underside with: “MADE IN FRANCE” “O.D.V. GUILLONNET” “BRACQUEMOND” “S 1924 DN” “RF – MANUFACTURE NATIONALE – DÉCORÉ À SÈVRES 1924” Dimensions & Weight Heigh...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962
Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962

Vintage Guerlain Chant d’Arômes Refillable Atomizer Case Enameled France 1962

By Maison Guerlain

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Highly sought after by perfume collectors, this piece stands as both a functional vanity object and a decorative artifact of French fragrance history. Dimensions: 6.25" H × 1.75" Dia...

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Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Bottles

Materials

Metal

Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800
Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800

Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800

Located in Westfield, MA

Its rich history and beautiful craftsmanship make it a conversation starter and a beloved heirloom. This Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock is an exceptional ...

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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Classic Taupe - Rug By Paule Leleu
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Classic Taupe - Rug By Paule Leleu

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Classic Taupe - Rug By Paule Leleu

Located in New York, NY

Whether used as a statement floor covering or a wall-mounted textile, this rug is a rare and timeless artifact of French mid-century design. With its unique pattern and refined colo...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

18th Century French Gilded Marriage Mirror in Napoleon III Style
18th Century French Gilded Marriage Mirror in Napoleon III Style

18th Century French Gilded Marriage Mirror in Napoleon III Style

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare and meaningful artifact of French decorative history, this mirror brings both beauty and symbolism to any interior—ideal above a mantel, console, or in a romantic bedroom sett...

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Antique 18th Century French Napoleon III Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug by Paule Leleu

By Paule Leleu

Located in New York, NY

Whether used as a statement floor covering or a wall-mounted textile, this rug is a rare and timeless artifact of French mid-century design. With its unique pattern and refined colo...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry with Louis XV Style
Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry with Louis XV Style

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry with Louis XV Style

By François Boucher

Located in Dallas, TX

As both artwork and artifact, this French Aubusson tapestry is a celebration of romantic escapism, where time slows, hearts stir, and every detail—from the curl of a ribbon to the fo...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Terres Marocaines Nadia Demnati, France Marie Fiorese Book
Terres Marocaines Nadia Demnati, France Marie Fiorese Book

Terres Marocaines Nadia Demnati, France Marie Fiorese Book

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Terres marocaines ( Moroccan land) French book Nadia Demnati , France Marie Fiorese. 1997 , 48 pp Nadia Demnati , France, Marie Fiorese Photos with Artifacts in it Rencontres médit...

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20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Books

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Paper

Pair of Exquisite French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Light Candelabra ca 1810
Pair of Exquisite French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Light Candelabra ca 1810

Pair of Exquisite French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Light Candelabra ca 1810

By Pierre-Philippe Thomire

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

These candlesticks are ornate artifacts from the French Empire period, which dates back to the early 19th century, typically considered as the reign of Napoleon I from 1804 to 1814.

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Antique 1810s French Empire Candelabras

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Gold, Bronze

The Versailles Bloom: A Vintage French Aubusson Masterpiece of Rococo Elegance
The Versailles Bloom: A Vintage French Aubusson Masterpiece of Rococo Elegance

The Versailles Bloom: A Vintage French Aubusson Masterpiece of Rococo Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

To own such a cherished treasure is to possess more than an artifact of French history—it is to inherit a piece of decorative art that once defined the language of refinement itself.

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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

French Art Deco Bronze Virgin Holy Water Font by PONCET 1920
French Art Deco Bronze Virgin Holy Water Font by PONCET 1920

French Art Deco Bronze Virgin Holy Water Font by PONCET 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Crafted in bronze and mounted on an elegant combination of marble and glass, the piece exemplifies the refined spiritual aesthetics of early 20th-century French design. Perfect for ...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Religious Items

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Marble, Bronze

A Flute Serenade: Late 19th Century French Pastoral Tapestry of Rococo Elegance
A Flute Serenade: Late 19th Century French Pastoral Tapestry of Rococo Elegance

A Flute Serenade: Late 19th Century French Pastoral Tapestry of Rococo Elegance

By François Boucher

Located in Dallas, TX

This is not simply an artifact of French décor; it is a living artwork, woven with emotion, movement, and musicality.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1958 map poster dedicated to La Provence France’s most cherished regions
1958 map poster dedicated to La Provence France’s most cherished regions

1958 map poster dedicated to La Provence France’s most cherished regions

Located in PARIS, FR

It was designed to inspire both wanderlust and local pride, serving equally well in classrooms, travel agencies, or public institutions. An emblematic artifact of 1950s French desig...

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1950s Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1951 original poster Gloire et Sacrifice de Philippe Pétain, Maréchal de France
1951 original poster Gloire et Sacrifice de Philippe Pétain, Maréchal de France

1951 original poster Gloire et Sacrifice de Philippe Pétain, Maréchal de France

Located in PARIS, FR

The 1951 original poster "Gloire et Sacrifice de Philippe Pétain, Maréchal de France", featuring the declaration "Je fais à la France le don de ma personne", serves as a highly signi...

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1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Vintage Primitive Chest of Drawers
Vintage Primitive Chest of Drawers

Vintage Primitive Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The piece remains in solid vintage condition, featuring honest age-appropriate wear to the paint and minor surface scuffs that act as a storied patina, highlighting its authentic 20t...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Space Age Modular Three-Tier Storage Unit by Marc Held for Prisunic, 1970's
Space Age Modular Three-Tier Storage Unit by Marc Held for Prisunic, 1970's

Space Age Modular Three-Tier Storage Unit by Marc Held for Prisunic, 1970's

By Marc Held

Located in Beirut, LB

This piece is a quintessential artifact of the French "Space Age" movement, representing a landmark era where avant-garde design met industrial innovation.

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Late 20th Century French Space Age Cabinets

Materials

Plastic

Thierry Mugler Couture Sculptural Bodice
Thierry Mugler Couture Sculptural Bodice

Thierry Mugler Couture Sculptural Bodice

By Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

This bodice reshapes the body into an idealized silhouette, summoning Mugler’s iconic vision of the woman as a modern warrior: sharp, commanding, sensual without concession. A museum...

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Early 2000s French Bodices

Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930
Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930

Jacques Adnet Modernist Desk Office Waste Paper Basket, circa 1930

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare Jacques Adnet Art Deco Chrome Desk Waste Basket, France, circa 1930 An extraordinary artifact of French Art Deco design, this sculptural chrome desk accessory—meticulously craft...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets

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Chrome

A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943
A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943

A Masterwork of Wartime Ingenuity: Jean Prouvé’s CB11 Low Table, Circa 1943

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Dronten, NL

It is not merely a functional object but a piece of French design history—a rare artifact from the formative years of one of the 20th century’s most influential figures.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Extraordinary Elsa Schiaparelli Haute Couture Evening Jacket
Extraordinary Elsa Schiaparelli Haute Couture Evening Jacket

Extraordinary Elsa Schiaparelli Haute Couture Evening Jacket

By Elsa Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Whether now relegated to a museum exhibition, a collector's acid free box or a celebrity one nighter, these fashion artifacts from the french Haute Couture of the 1930's echo a time,...

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1930s French Jackets

Museum Quality Charles X Style Napoleon Inlaid Table After Jacques-Louis David
Museum Quality Charles X Style Napoleon Inlaid Table After Jacques-Louis David

Museum Quality Charles X Style Napoleon Inlaid Table After Jacques-Louis David

Located in Atlanta, GA

This museum-quality piece, fit for a king, stands as a magnificent centerpiece for any collector of Napoleonic artifacts. Crafted in France in the early 20th century by an unknown ma...

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Early 20th Century French Charles X Sofa Tables

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Steel

Original 1957 poster for the Musée National d’Art Moderne in Paris
Original 1957 poster for the Musée National d’Art Moderne in Paris

Original 1957 poster for the Musée National d’Art Moderne in Paris

By Robert Delaunay

Located in PARIS, FR

Printed by Mourlot, the renowned Parisian lithography atelier responsible for many iconic modern art posters, this piece not only commemorates the exhibition (held from May 25 to Oct...

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1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet
18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

Overall a superb museum quality example Keywords: European antiques rare cartonnier file cabinet bargueño contador apothecary paper cabinet strong box writing desk table chest of dr...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Pine, Paint

1958 original poster by Paul Ordner - Concours Hippique Biarritz
1958 original poster by Paul Ordner - Concours Hippique Biarritz

1958 original poster by Paul Ordner - Concours Hippique Biarritz

By Paul Ordner

Located in PARIS, FR

Today, this poster stands as a collectible artifact of France’s sporting heritage and its rich tradition of illustrated promotional art.

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1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1919 original poster by Sem - Fête de la victoire 14 Juillet 1919
1919 original poster by Sem - Fête de la victoire 14 Juillet 1919

1919 original poster by Sem - Fête de la victoire 14 Juillet 1919

By SEM

Located in PARIS, FR

A timeless image of national pride, sacrifice, and renewal, this poster remains a treasured artifact of France’s collective memory of World War I.

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1910s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

1970 Emprunt SNCF original poster - 8.5% return rail bond
1970 Emprunt SNCF original poster - 8.5% return rail bond

1970 Emprunt SNCF original poster - 8.5% return rail bond

Located in PARIS, FR

Issued at the dawn of a new decade, the 1970 Emprunt SNCF poster is a striking artifact of France’s post-industrial optimism — a graphic fusion of economic persuasion and modernist d...

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1970s Prints and Multiples

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Paper, Lithograph

1968 original poster by El Tigre for Eddie Barclay
1968 original poster by El Tigre for Eddie Barclay

1968 original poster by El Tigre for Eddie Barclay

Located in PARIS, FR

The 1968 poster by El Tigre is a valuable artifact of French pop culture, representing the intersection of music, art, and the glamorous lifestyle that Eddie Barclay embodied.

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1960s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

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French Egg Shaped Artifact
French Egg Shaped Artifact

French Egg Shaped Artifact

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H 24 in Dm 14 in

French Egg Shaped Artifact

Located in Atlanta, GA

French Egg Shaped Artifact. Worn and Rustic.

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20th Century French Sculptures

Pink Reborn Pearls, French Deco Artifact multi strand Lariat, by Sylvia Gottwald
Pink Reborn Pearls, French Deco Artifact multi strand Lariat, by Sylvia Gottwald

Pink Reborn Pearls, French Deco Artifact multi strand Lariat, by Sylvia Gottwald

By Sylvia Gottwald

Located in Washington DC, DC

Pink Reborn Pearls, black Pearl spacers and French Deco Artifacts are elements which have been up-cycled to create this multi strand Lariat/extra long Necklace.

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Maison Auclert Paris Necklace with Antique Gold Etruscan Artifacts
Maison Auclert Paris Necklace with Antique Gold Etruscan Artifacts

Maison Auclert Paris Necklace with Antique Gold Etruscan Artifacts

Located in Paris, IDF

18K mat pink gold necklet set with four diamonds (0.24 carat total weight) with three gold pendants representing the heads of young ladies, Etrusco-roman art, IV th-IIIrd century B.C...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Massive Art Deco Jean Perzel Style Torchiere Floor Lamp, circa 1935
Massive Art Deco Jean Perzel Style Torchiere Floor Lamp, circa 1935

Massive Art Deco Jean Perzel Style Torchiere Floor Lamp, circa 1935

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Houston, TX

The on/off switch is located on the column and stands at a height easily reached when walking by the torchiere. This is a terrific artifact from the French Art Deco period that remai...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal

SYLVIA GOTTWALD, Black  Pearl  Necklace, labor intensive Statement , Eco -luxe,
SYLVIA GOTTWALD, Black  Pearl  Necklace, labor intensive Statement , Eco -luxe,

SYLVIA GOTTWALD, Black Pearl Necklace, labor intensive Statement , Eco -luxe,

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H 0.5 in W 2 in D 0.5 in Dm 10 in L 34 in

SYLVIA GOTTWALD, Black Pearl Necklace, labor intensive Statement , Eco -luxe,

By Sylvia Gottwald

Located in Washington DC, DC

For beaded necklaces, she combines sea and fresh water pearls of all colors with semi-precious stones or French Deco artifacts. Each piece of S .Gottwald jewelry is one of a kind and...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Folk Art French Fruit Wood Musical Instrument Neck Section, circa 1850
Folk Art French Fruit Wood Musical Instrument Neck Section, circa 1850

Folk Art French Fruit Wood Musical Instrument Neck Section, circa 1850

Located in London, GB

This decorative and unique musical French artifact would best be displayed on a Stand or hung on a wall as it doesn’t Stand alone.

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Antique 1850s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Fruitwood

15th c. Stone Artifact
15th c. Stone Artifact

15th c. Stone Artifact

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H 50 in W 34 in D 14 in

15th c. Stone Artifact

Located in New Orleans, LA

Exceptional Duel Sided Carved Stone Artifact

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Statues

Materials

Stone

Pair wine press artifact lamps
Pair wine press artifact lamps

Pair wine press artifact lamps

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H 30.5 in Dm 10 in

Pair wine press artifact lamps

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair French Wine Press artifact lamps and shades

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Copper Measure
19th Century French Copper Measure

19th Century French Copper Measure

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H 5.9 in W 19.3 in D 16.6 in

19th Century French Copper Measure

Located in High Point, NC

Behold the charm of this 19th Century French Copper Measure, a genuine artifact that exudes the rustic elegance of a bygone era.

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Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Copper

Antique French Napoleon III Period Buffet
Antique French Napoleon III Period Buffet

Antique French Napoleon III Period Buffet

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H 68.5 in W 71 in D 22 in

Antique French Napoleon III Period Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

An exceptional artifact from the French Napoleon III period, this antique buffet features all original hardware, glass, and finish, richly refurbished by our expert in-house staff to...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Buffets

19th Century French Wooden Mirror
19th Century French Wooden Mirror

19th Century French Wooden Mirror

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H 21.8 in W 15.6 in D 1.2 in

19th Century French Wooden Mirror

Located in High Point, NC

Step back in time with this authentic 19th Century French Wooden Mirror, a true artifact of rustic elegance.

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors

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Wood

Early 20th Century French Wooden Stool
Early 20th Century French Wooden Stool

Early 20th Century French Wooden Stool

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H 16.8 in W 12.9 in D 12.1 in

Early 20th Century French Wooden Stool

Located in High Point, NC

Discover the charm of rustic French décor with this Early 20th Century French Wooden Stool, a genuine artifact that radiates a rich sense of history.

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Early 20th Century French Stools

Materials

Wood

17th Century Royal French Leather Trunk
17th Century Royal French Leather Trunk

17th Century Royal French Leather Trunk

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H 23.5 in W 47 in D 22.63 in

17th Century Royal French Leather Trunk

Located in Dallas, TX

Since the Fleur De Lys was the emblem of French Royalty and Nobility, many artifacts bearing the symbol were destroyed during the Revolution.

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Antique 17th Century French Blanket Chests

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Brass, Iron

French 19th Century Gold Gilt and Mirror Crucifix
French 19th Century Gold Gilt and Mirror Crucifix

French 19th Century Gold Gilt and Mirror Crucifix

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A remarkable hand-carved crucifix from 19th century France. This extraordinary religious artifact has been finished in a beautiful gold gilt and was made with antique mercury glass s...

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Antique 19th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Gold

Rare French Military Badge - Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie (c. 1950s) -1Y66
Rare French Military Badge - Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie (c. 1950s) -1Y66

Rare French Military Badge - Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie (c. 1950s) -1Y66

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Significance: This rare badge holds historical significance as a tangible reminder of the Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie's service and contributions to French military operations....

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Vintage 1950s French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Leather

Art Deco Chandelier
Art Deco Chandelier

Art Deco Chandelier

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H 31 in Dm 26 in

Art Deco Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Art Deco artifacts from France always seem to have more je ne sais quoi!

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Jeu de Massacre, circa 1920
Jeu de Massacre, circa 1920

Jeu de Massacre, circa 1920

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H 17 in W 3 in D 3.5 in

Jeu de Massacre, circa 1920

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century carved wood and papier mâché Jeu de Massacre This lot is a rare and original French fairground artifact, known as a Jeu de Massacre (knock down target).

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Vintage 1920s French Folk Art Carnival Art

Materials

Wood

Roulette Wheel, circa 1900
Roulette Wheel, circa 1900

Roulette Wheel, circa 1900

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H 5 in W 30 in D 9.5 in

Roulette Wheel, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful working and highly collectable decorative French gaming artifact, one thing is for sure, you won’t come across another of this type.

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Game Boards

Materials

Wood

Second Empire Ebonized Console with Ormolu Mounts and Negro Marquina Marble Top
Second Empire Ebonized Console with Ormolu Mounts and Negro Marquina Marble Top

Second Empire Ebonized Console with Ormolu Mounts and Negro Marquina Marble Top

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Offers original bronze doré´ mounts of peacock feathers (a reference to Hera, the wife of Zeus), rosettes and anthemions, all Empire motifs drawn from ancient Greek & Roman artifacts...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Console Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

Piccasso's Inspiration - Early African Mask
Piccasso's Inspiration - Early African Mask

Piccasso's Inspiration - Early African Mask

Located in Asheville, NC

Historians have noted that masks of this nature called the "Bamabara" inspired Picasso's African Period influenced by the African Artifacts brought to France by his companion, Henri ...

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African Primitives

Materials

Tin

Antique Azur Super Motor Oil Can, Original Fullness, French Petroliana - 2Y606
Antique Azur Super Motor Oil Can, Original Fullness, French Petroliana - 2Y606

Antique Azur Super Motor Oil Can, Original Fullness, French Petroliana - 2Y606

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Dimensions (Approx.): Height: 23 cm (9.1 in) Length: 17 cm (6.7 in) Width: 6.5 cm (2.6 in) Weight (Approx.): 1.392 kg (3.1 lbs) This original metal oil can is a superb acquisiti...

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Mid-20th Century French Antiquities

Materials

Metal

1900s French Wooden Trunk
1900s French Wooden Trunk

1900s French Wooden Trunk

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H 13 in W 44.5 in D 24 in

1900s French Wooden Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

Step into a world of history with this 1900s French Wooden Trunk, a magnificent artifact that epitomizes the elegance and durability of early 20th-century craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Original 1947 French political poster - Pour en sortir - De Gaulle
Original 1947 French political poster - Pour en sortir - De Gaulle

Original 1947 French political poster - Pour en sortir - De Gaulle

Located in PARIS, FR

It was part of a broader effort to establish a strong, centralized leadership that could restore France’s global standing. A historical artifact of post-war France, Pour en sortir r...

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1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Large Picture containing Six Different Engravings of Grouping of Birds
Large Picture containing Six Different Engravings of Grouping of Birds

Large Picture containing Six Different Engravings of Grouping of Birds

By Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon

Located in Downingtown, PA

Historical Context: The Enlightenment and Natural History These engravings are not merely decorative art; they are artifacts of the French Enlightenment and the golden age of natura...

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Antique 1780s French Georgian Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Pair of Antique French Zinc Balustrade Garden Ornaments, circa 1850
Pair of Antique French Zinc Balustrade Garden Ornaments, circa 1850

Pair of Antique French Zinc Balustrade Garden Ornaments, circa 1850

Located in Houston, TX

The sculptural presence of these French architectural artifacts is marvellous to behold and quite inspirational for an exciting interior.

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Antique 1850s French Régence Architectural Elements

Materials

Zinc

Maison Jansen Style Three Branch Hammered Brass Palm Tree Lamp, France c.1970
Maison Jansen Style Three Branch Hammered Brass Palm Tree Lamp, France c.1970

Maison Jansen Style Three Branch Hammered Brass Palm Tree Lamp, France c.1970

By Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

Maison Jansen Style Three Branch Hammered Brass Palm Tree Lamp, France c.1970. This wonderful artifact of 1970's French design is notable for its square base set with pebbles from wh...

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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Patricia Urquiola “Log chair" for Artellano, Paris, 2005
Patricia Urquiola “Log chair" for Artellano, Paris, 2005

Patricia Urquiola “Log chair" for Artellano, Paris, 2005

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sculptural lounge chair with hand rubbed chinese red lacquer frame and full grain black leather seat. Winner of “Le Nombre d’Or, award by the Salon du Meuble de Paris. Inspired lou...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with Ottoman
Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with Ottoman

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with Ottoman

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H 40.5 in W 30 in L 40.5 in

Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair with Ottoman

By Pierre Paulin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An iconic and elegant original Mid-Century chair. Made in France by Artifact The two pieces are priced together.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

First Empire Revival 'Egyptian' Armchair
First Empire Revival 'Egyptian' Armchair

First Empire Revival 'Egyptian' Armchair

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H 39.5 in W 25.5 in D 24 in

First Empire Revival 'Egyptian' Armchair

Located in Woodbury, CT

The North African campaigns of France's first Emperor, and artifacts transported back to France from Egypt influenced French furniture makers to embellish their "Empire" furniture wi...

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Antique 19th Century American First Empire Armchairs

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By Sylvia Gottwald

Located in Washington DC, DC

For beaded necklaces, she combines sea and fresh water pearls of all colors with semi-precious stones and French Deco artifacts. Keshi are some of her favorite pearls.

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Find an extraordinary variety of French artifacts available on 1stDibs. For French artifacts, brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have black, beige, gray and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of French artifacts over the years, but those made by Louis Vuitton, Hermès and Chanel are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are French Artifacts?

On average, French artifacts on 1stDibs sell for $4,800, while they’re typically $325 on the low end and $28,527 for the highest priced versions of these items.