Designing Power: France’s Artistic Heritage from Court to Collector

91 products

91 products
Set of Four French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Lights, circa 1870, Louis XVI, ormolu – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the set of Four French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Lights, circa 1870, Louis XVI, ormolu
SET OF FOUR FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL GILT BRONZE WALL LIGHTS
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A mid century gilt bronze and glass pendant glass lantern, circa 1930, Mid-Century – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the mid century gilt bronze and glass pendant glass lantern, circa 1930, Mid-Century
A mid century gilt bronze and glass pendant glass lantern
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Pair of elegant opaline glass vases with floral motifs and gold detailing, 19th-century French design
Alternative view of the pair of Opaline Glass Vases and Covers, photographed from another angle
Pair of Opaline Glass Vases and Covers
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Large French Studded Leather Travelling Chest, 17th-century, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Large French Studded Leather Travelling Chest, 17th-century
Large French Studded Leather Travelling Chest
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Nineteenth-century oil painting of Canton’s Pearl River trading docks with ships and factories – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the View of the Hongs at Canton Painting, Oil on Canvas, circa 1850
View of the Hongs at Canton Painting | Oil on Canvas
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Napoleon III Rouge Marble and Bronze Clock Set, circa 1890, by F, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Napoleon III Rouge Marble and Bronze Clock Set, circa 1890, by F
Napoleon III Rouge Marble and Bronze Clock Set
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English Regency parcel gilt X frame stool with upholstered seat, elegant early-19th century design – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Regency X Frame Parcel Gilt Stool
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Napoleon III French Side Cabinet, circa 1880, rosewood and marble, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Napoleon III French Side Cabinet
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French Polished Steel & Brass Gothic Revolving Centre Table, 19th-century, Gothic Revival, marble – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the French Polished Steel & Brass Gothic Revolving Centre Table, 19th-century, Gothic Revival, marble
French Polished Steel & Brass Gothic Revolving Centre Table
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Pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze wall lights, 18th-century, gilt bronze, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze wall lights, 18th-century, gilt bronze
Pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze wall lights
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19th Century Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, glass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the 19th Century Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, glass, photographed from another angle
19th Century Giltwood Overmantel Mirror
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At Nwtiques, we are proud to present a carefully curated selection of French decorative arts that embody the elegance and sophistication of France’s most celebrated periods. From the grandeur of Louis XIV to the refined neoclassicism of Louis XVI, our collection showcases furniture and works of art that reflect the very best of French design.

Highlights include finely crafted commodes, armoires, and vitrines—masterpieces of case furniture renowned for their craftsmanship, proportion, and decorative detail. Equally captivating are our giltwood mirrors, consoles, and other exceptional pieces that bring the splendour of 18th-century France into contemporary interiors.

Each item in our collection has been chosen for its quality, authenticity, and historical importance, offering collectors and connoisseurs the opportunity to acquire works that epitomise the enduring influence of French artistry. These are not just decorative objects, but statements of cultural heritage and timeless design.

At Nwtiques, French decorative arts remain at the heart of our collection—testament to a legacy of beauty and craftsmanship that continues to inspire today.
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