How do I tell a genuine Renaissance piece from a 19th-century reproduction?

Look closely at the patina: it should be deep, even and naturally worn at contact points. Mortise-and-tenon joints, irregular hand-tool marks and the absence of machine-cut nails or industrial fixings are strong indicators of age. For significant purchases, an appraisal by a recognised specialist is the surest guarantee.

What are typical prices for Renaissance antiques?

Prices vary widely by type and quality. A carved architectural panel or fragment can start from £300–800. A good-quality chest typically sells between £2,000 and £10,000, while a large two-body dresser from a documented workshop can exceed £25,000–30,000. Museum-grade pieces command considerably more.

Which woods are most typical of French Renaissance furniture?

Solid oak is the dominant material, particularly in Île-de-France and Burgundy. Walnut is prevalent in Val de Loire and southern French production. Both are recognisable by their tight grain and the depth of relief carving they support — a key quality marker for collectors.

How should I care for a Renaissance antique?

Avoid direct sunlight and sudden changes in humidity, which cause old joints to crack. Feed the wood once or twice a year with a thin coat of natural beeswax. Never use harsh chemical cleaners or damp cloths on carved surfaces, as these strip patina and can lift fragile detail.

Can I have a Renaissance piece appraised after buying through Antiquités en France?

Yes. Professional dealers listed on the platform can direct you to accredited experts or provide detailed documentation themselves. For pieces of significant value, an independent appraisal from a recognised specialist or auctioneer is always advisable before completing any transaction.

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Renaissance Antiques

136 objects found

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Renaissance furniture and decorative objects from professional antique dealers

136 objects found

17th century armoire cabinet

Antiques Provence — Cheval-Blanc

4 000,00 €

PRINT by GEORG HOEFNAGEL

LE SOLEIL ROUGE — Lyon 7e Arrdt

480,00 €

GILT BRONZE BUST OF MONA LISA

Bernadette Tanzilli Antiquités — Pérouges

650,00 €

BRONZE LAMP

Bernadette Tanzilli Antiquités — Pérouges

350,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE BUFFET

Romain Lichtensztein — Maignelay-Montigny

3 000,00 €

Set of 10 richly carved chairs, France, around 1870. After renovation.

France — Paris

3 200,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE CHEST

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

1 600,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE BUFFET

Philippe Cote Antiquites — Chauffailles

5 500,00 €

GIEN FAIENCE TRAY AND VASESS

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

1 100,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE INKSTAND

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

750,00 €

Objet 153534

Dantan — Achicourt

1 500,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE BUFFET

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

7 500,00 €

GOBELINS TAPESTRY

jean-pierre PERNOD — Bourg-en-Bresse

380,00 €

CHEST

TRADITION Dupasquier Bouley Josiane — Le Plantay

360,00 €

PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

2 200,00 €

19th CENTURY FRENCH CLOCK

galerie Frank Maurel — Montescot

1 150,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE BUFFET

ANTIQUITES VANGEON — Chartres

2 880,00 €

BUST

Le Grenier D'Abélard — Sens

1 750,00 €

17th CENTURY OAK PANELS

Antiquités "Le Vieux Matos" L.V.M — La Chapelle-Saint-Martin-en-Plaine

350,00 €

17th CENTURY OAK PANEL

Antiquités "Le Vieux Matos" L.V.M — La Chapelle-Saint-Martin-en-Plaine

650,00 €

NEO RENAISSANCE STYLE CHAIRSS

Le Grenier D'Abélard — Sens

1 500,00 €

Objet 141755

Le Grenier D'Abélard — Sens

2 600,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE SIDEBOARD

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

6 800,00 €

RENAISSANCE STYLE CABINET

Antiquités Lecomte — Héric

3 300,00 €

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