Results show actual prices realized, including buyer's premium, at Austin Auction Gallery. Past results are for reference only and are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.
Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$1,152
Estimate: $600 – $800
Fine French Napoleon III period matched-veneer cabinet, 19th c., having inset marble top, above inlaid frieze and dual cabinet doors, with cut-brass inlay and scrolling foliate marquetry, revealing adjustable shelving, framed by fluted columnar posts, on flattened bun feet, approx 45"h, 47"w, 17.75"d
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$1,107
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,000
French Napoleon III parcel-ebonized burlwood sideboard, 19th c., having shaped top with banded trim, over central breakfront cabinet door with scrolling foliate marquetry and gilt-metal trim, flanked by glazed door at sides, all cabinetry enclosing fixed-height shelving, on plinth base, back edge stamped 2785, hand-chamfered back paneling, approx 38.75"h, 70.75"w, 15"d
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Ceramics, Bowls & GlassPrice realized$1,046
Estimate: $600 – $800
French Napoleon III figured mahogany tantalus set / cave a liqueur, 19th c., hinged case with scrolling foliate marquetry and central vacant cartouche, inlaid stringwork and banded trim, enclosing cradle fitted with (four) parcel-gilt crystal decanters with stoppers, and (fifteen) matching cordials, one intact with small hairline to foot, approx 10.25"h, 14"w, 10.25"d, 20lbs
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Tobacciana, Pipes and Cigar BoxesPrice realized$677
Estimate: $200 – $300
French Napoleon III burlwood cigar box/ humidor, Jean-Pierre Alexandre Tahan (French, 1813-1892), hinged case with parcel-ebonized banded and stringwork trim, centering cut brass cartouche with obliterated monogram, revealing three cigar trays, lock plate marked "Taran, 11 Blvd. Italiens," approx 8.25"h, 11.5"w, 8.75"d, 6lbs Note: Jean Pierre Alexandre was a prominent tabletterie and cabinet maker active in Paris after inheriting the company from his father. Appointed in 1855, Maison Tahan is perhaps most notable for their status as the "Fournisseur de l'Empereur," or furniture supplier to the emperor, to Napoleon III
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Bedroom FurniturePrice realized$523
Estimate: $300 – $500
French Napoleon III matched walnut veneer bombe commode, 19th c., having shaped marble top, over three drawers with flowering urn marquetry and scrolling gilt-metal trim, rising on angular legs, ending on sabots, marble intact with restoration, approx 35"h, 33"w, 18"d
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Table, Mantle ClocksPrice realized$277
Estimate: $300 – $500
French Napoleon III period slate and green marble mantel clock, 19th c., architectural case with drumhead top, encasing gilt-metal dial with open escapement, porcelain chapter ring with Arabic hour markers, dial marked Duplanil, time-and-strike movement marked Japy Freres, over fluted columnar posts and beveled pendulum viewing window, rising on platform base, accompanied by pendulum and key, not currently operational, appears wound-tight, small chip to slate at front right corner of base, repair to back door hinges, approx 19 3/8"h, 14.75"w, 6"d, 43.5lbs
DAY 2- SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT · Sep 2026
View lot details →Dressers, Desks & VanitiesPrice realized$677
Estimate: $400 – $600
French Napoleon III mahogany secretary chest of drawers, 19th c., having shaped marble top, above fall-front door with faux multi-drawer facade, revealing inset leather writing surface and fitted gallery, above four drawers with contrasting banded inlay and gilt-metal trim, on serpentine platform base, marble intact with professional restoration, approx 47.5"h, 25"w, 13"d
DAY 3-AUGUST 2026 | SUMMER SIGNATURE ESTATES & EUROPEAN ANTIQUES · Aug 2026
View lot details →Chairs, Sofas & LoungesPrice realized$400
Estimate: $300 – $500
(lot of 4) French Napoleon III black lacquer side chairs, 19th c., laddered backs with parcel-gilt scrolling trim, over padded seat in a worn silk jacquard upholstery, with applique gimp braid trim, rising on tapered legs, approx 32.5"h, 17.5"w, 16.75"d, seat height: approx 18.5"h
DAY 3-AUGUST 2026 | SUMMER SIGNATURE ESTATES & EUROPEAN ANTIQUES · Aug 2026
View lot details →Pens & Writing InstrumentsPrice realized$246
Estimate: $200 – $400
French Napoleon III period ebonized wood encrier/ desk stand, 19th c., with scrolling foliate cut-brass marquetry, having fixed top handle, flanked by two crystal inkwells and dual pen rests, fitted with single frieze drawer, rising on scrolled feet, typical small chips to crystal inkwells underfoot, approx 7.25"h, 13.5"w, 10.75"d, 7.5lbs
DAY 3-AUGUST 2026 | SUMMER SIGNATURE ESTATES & EUROPEAN ANTIQUES · Aug 2026
View lot details →Other Decorative ArtsPrice realized$192
Estimate: $200 – $400
(lot of 3) Large French Napoleon III period slate mantel clock and garniture set, late 19th c., comprising: (1) drum head mantel clock, having shaped case with incised scrollwork motifs, centering enameled white dial with open escapement, Roman numeral hour markers, time-and-strike movement marked S. Marti & Cie., on integral sloped plinth, retaining Horlogerie Godderis, Saint Idesbald, Belgium retailer's label at access door interior, accompanied by pendulum, broken suspension spring, not currently operational, loss to trim at left side, glue repair with visible hairline and small chip at upper right side, approx 19"h, 27.25"w, 6"d; (pair) tazza garnitures, approx 12.5"h, 7.5"w, 5.5"d; 80lbs total
DAY 3-AUGUST 2026 | SUMMER SIGNATURE ESTATES & EUROPEAN ANTIQUES · Aug 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$2,214
Estimate: $1,000 – $2,000
Napoleon III parcel-ebonized burlwood sideboard, 19th c., having demilune verde marble top, over shaped case with bronze dore mounts and contrasted paneling, with painted floral spray and scrolling trim, fitted with protruding frieze drawer, over centered three drawers, framed by marble pilasters headed by regal figural busts, cabinet door on either side enclosing fixed-height shelf, on paw feet, approx 40.5"h, 69"w, 24.5"d
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →Chairs, Sofas & LoungesPrice realized$1,408
Estimate: $600 – $800
(pair) French Napoleon III period giltwood armchairs/ fauteuils,19th c., each having carved rope twist frame, padded back and seat in later naval-patterned silk jacquard upholstery, depicting sailing ships on blue ground, with nailhead trim, rising on cabriole legs with central knot motif, approx 43"h, 32"w, 22"d, seat height: approx 19.5"h Note: matching salon settee offered in this auction
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$1,353
Estimate: $1,000 – $2,000
French Napoleon III style matched veneer bookcase or display cabinet, 20th c., having sloped cornice, over four glazed doors with lower parquetry paneling and inlaid banding, and gilt-metal beaded trim, enclosing continuous interior with adjustable shelving, on bracket feet, approx 76.75"h, 98.5"w, 15.5"d
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →BoxesPrice realized$1,230
Estimate: $800 – $1,200
French Napoleon III period black lacquered cave a liqueur, 19th c., hinged case with cut-brass marquetry and polychrome enameling, revealing removable cradle fitted with (four) parcel-gilt crystal decanters and (sixteen) matching cordials, rising on block feet, typical minute chips to crystal throughout, approx 10.25"h, 13.75"w, 10.5"d, 17.25lbs
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$1,107
Estimate: $800 – $1,200
Napoleon III style parcel-gilt and ebonized cabinet, Wolff & Aschbacher, Zurich, early 20th c., having arched pediment and spindled gallery, above central cabinet door with floral marquetry inlay, flanked by open shelves, the lower case fitted with frieze drawer, and dual cabinet with continued floral marquetry, all cabinetry enclosing fixed-height shelf, rising on turned supports and platform base, further raised on tapering feet, retaining maker label at drawer interior, approx 84.5"h, 37"w, 19.5"d
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →BoxesPrice realized$768
Estimate: $800 – $1,200
French Napoleon III period inlaid rosewood cave a liqueur, 19th c., hinged rectangular case with foliate marquetry and stringwork trim, revealing fitted interior, with (four) cut-crystal decanters and (fifteen) assembled cordials, on bun feet, one decanter with small chip to rim, typical minute chips to feet of cordials, approx 9 5/8"h, 12"w, 8.25"d, 15.75lbs
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →BoxesPrice realized$677
Estimate: $600 – $800
French Napoleon III period black lacquered cave a liqueur, 19th c., hinged case with cut-brass marquetry and Boulle style inlay, opening to fitted interior, with (four) parcel-gilt crystal decanters and (eight) etched crystal cordials, rising on bun feet, typical minute chips to cordial feet and stopper stems, approx 10.5"h, 13"w, 9.5"d, 15lbs
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →Chairs, Sofas & LoungesPrice realized$576
Estimate: $600 – $800
French Napoleon III period giltwood salon settee/ sofa,19th c., having carved rope twist frame, padded back and seat in later naval-patterned silk jacquard upholstery, depicting sailing ships on blue ground, with nailhead trim, rising on cabriole legs with central knot motif, approx 42"h, 70"w, 21.5"d, seat height: approx 18"h Note: pair of matching armchairs offered in this auction
DAY 3-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2 · Jul 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$2,768
Estimate: $2,000 – $4,000
French Napoleon III black lacquered cabinet, 19th c., having bronze dore mounts and inset figural jasperware plaques, with cut-brass inlaid trim, fitted with dual cabinet doors, enclosing fixed-height shelving, on bracket feet, approx 45"h, 47.5"w, 14.75"d Note: a pair to this cabinet offered within this auction
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
View lot details →Cabinets, Armoires & CupboardsPrice realized$2,214
Estimate: $2,000 – $4,000
French Napoleon III black lacquered cabinet, 19th c., having bronze dore mounts and inset figural jasperware plaques, with cut-brass inlaid trim, fitted with dual cabinet doors, enclosing fixed-height shelving, on bracket feet, approx 45"h, 47.5"w, 14.75"d Note: a pair to this cabinet offered within this auction
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
View lot details →Tables & ConsolesPrice realized$1,230
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,500
French Napoleon III mahogany console desserte or server, attributed to Mercier Freres, Paris, 19th c., with bronze dore foliate and floral mounts, demilune marble top, above conforming parquetry case with inlaid brass stringwork, fitted with two shallow drawers, above two open shelves, on turned feet, unmarked, approx 39"h, 55.5"w, 19"d
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
View lot details →Tables & ConsolesPrice realized$1,143
Estimate: $400 – $600
French Napoleon III mahogany center table, 19th c., shaped top with gilt-metal trim, above apron with inset cabochon-form plaques in a painted marbleized finish, either end fitted with drawer, on stretcher-joined scrolled legs, ending on casters, approx 28.5"h, 44"w, 25.25"d
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
View lot details →Dressers, Desks & VanitiesPrice realized$984
Estimate: $800 – $1,500
French Napoleon III period secretaire a abattant/ fall-front desk, 19th c., in a black lacquered finish with mother of pearl inlay, having rectangular marble top, above five drawers flanking fall-front cabinet, rising on turned feet, approx 53"h, 26"w, 14"d
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
View lot details →Ceramics, Bowls & GlassPrice realized$896
Estimate: $600 – $1,000
French Napoleon III period inlaid rosewood cave a liqueur/ tantalus set, 19th c., hinged case with floral marquetry and stringwork trim, revealing removable cradle fitted with (four) crystal decanters with stoppers and (sixteen) cordials, thirteen matched to decanters and three mismatched, cordials with scattered light chips to feet, approx 9.5"h, 11.75"w, 11.75"d, 18.5lbs
DAY 3 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES · Jun 2026
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