![James Tissot, Meeting of Faust & Marguerite, Antique 1881 Photogravure: "The Meeting of Faust and Marguerite" antique photogravure after the painting by James Tissot, engraved by Goupil, 1881; printed on heavy stock paper; signed in plate "James Tissot, Pinx." and "Gravur](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/177166728_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
French Antique
![James Tissot, Meeting of Faust & Marguerite, Antique 1881 Photogravure: "The Meeting of Faust and Marguerite" antique photogravure after the painting by James Tissot, engraved by Goupil, 1881; printed on heavy stock paper; signed in plate "James Tissot, Pinx." and "Gravur](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/177166728_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![Victor Hugo, Ninety-Three, Historical Romance, US Ed. 1880s illustrated: "Ninety-Three, A Historical Romance", by Victor Hugo, published by H.L. Burt Company, New York, undated, 1880s; illustrated. Hard boards, original publisher's blue cloth [edge of front board slightly](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/176710261_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![Victor Hugo, Hans of Iceland & Bug-Judal, 2 Novels, US Ed. 1880s illustrated: "Hans of Iceland, A Romance of 1699" and "Bug-Jurdal" by Victor Hugo, published by H.L. Burt Company, New York, undated, 1880s; illustrated. Hugo's two first novels in one volume. Hard boards, origina](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/176709124_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![French Vallerysthal Portieux Crystal Glass Candle Holder, Heraldic Dolphin: Antique Vallerysthal Portieux crystal glass candle holders in the shape of heraldic dolphin on round bases, an 8-sided top, unmarked, Lorraine, France. This French Baroque design was introduced by Val](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/176741736_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![Memoirs of Royal Academy of Surgery Paris, 2vol. 1st UK Ed. 1750 illustrated: "Memoirs of the Royal Academy of Surgery at Paris containing a great Variety of Cases in the chief Branches of the Art. Many of them Very surprising and uncommon." Translated from the Original, anonym](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/176205996_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![A French Celedon Ground Porcelain Pate Sur Pate Vase with Portrait of a Lady.: Sevres Pate-sur-Pate vase with tapering cylindrical form, a pate-sur-pate scene of a nymph and putto capturing each other between branches of lilac, snowdrops and grasses, the gilt everted mouth and s](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861163_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Set of 12 Bayel Female Nude Frosted Champagne or Sherbet Glasses: Set of 12 Bayel Female Nude Frosted Champagne or Sherbet Glasses. These are stunning French glasses in a set of 12 made in France by Bayel Crystal Coupe. Each measures 5 5/8" in H x 3.75" opening. Won](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/178835357_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716986436)
![Albert Camus, Plague, 1st Vintage Books Ed. 1972, Stuart Gilbert Translation: "The Plague" by Albert Camus, translated by Stuart Gilbert, Vintage Books/ A Division of Random House, First Printing of the Vintage Book Edition, February 1972. Soft cover, 4" x 7"; initials and 'Apr](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/177515113_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![Edgar Degas after French Impressionist pastel on paper nude woman bathing: Pastel on paper, painting. From a private collection. 7,9 x 10,8 in. (20 x 27,5 cm). Edgar Degas (1834-1917, French). It is being sold in the manner or style of the artist. Featuring a composition wit](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8556/326770/175998218_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715721006)
![Edmond Rostand, Cyrano De Bergerac, 1940s, Neo-Romantic Play: "Cyrano De Bergerac" by Edmond Rostand, published by Books, Inc., New York & Boston, undated, [1940s-1950s]. World's Popular Classics series was published by Books Inc., New York, 1938-1960. No jacket](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/177480495_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![12 French Grape-Form Glass Wine Decanters: Description: 12 French Grape-Form Glass Wine Decanters, marked 'Bottle' and 'Made in France' on bottoms, with lids. Measurements: Height: 6 1/4 in. x Width: 3 1/2 in. x Depth:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332501/179394533_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717710159)
![FRENCH ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ACADEMIC DRAWING MALE NUDE: DRAWING SIZE: 8.4 X 12 INCHES APPROX. DRAWING IS UNFRAMED](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6312/332015/179142643_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717609452)
![French Stoneware Vase by Alcide Chaumeil (1847-1919) - 19th Century: A whimsical yet boldly designed ceramic vase by Alcide Chaumeil (1847-1919) featuring bright glazes and open work. Brightly glazed, its cerulean blue top juxtaposed by the use of palladium glaze on th](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861135_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Saint-Clement Light Blue Glazed Ceramic Vase in the Art Deco Style - Early 20th Century: Art Deco Style Pale Blue Vase. The beautiful angular language strongly evokes the art deko period. Makers mark "St-Clement" found on underside. Ceramics SC France 777" inscription on reverse France, 1](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861140_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Sevres French Ceramics Decorative Urn: A late 19th century Sevres porcelain jardiniere cache pot.Gilt ram heads and white cherubs on a blue field along the rim. The body molded with dancing cherubs holding a long floral vine.The cache pot](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861157_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Lalique Bacchantes Nude Vase Small: Vintage frosted glass nude woman crystal small vase unsigned. Measures 5" x 3 1/2" x 1 1/2".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7277/331489/178781970_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718383961)
![Bernard Buffet after Expressionism French erotic mixed media on paper: Mixed media on paper, painting. From a private collection. 7,9 x 11,6 in. (20,3 x 29,5 cm). Bernard Buffet (1928-1999, French). It is being sold in the manner or style of the artist. Featuring a nude](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8556/326770/175998056_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715721006)
![Jules Desbois (1851-1935) Art Nouveau Pewter Platter of a Nymph in Waves circa 1900: A beautiful Art Nouveau petwer platter by Jules Desbois (1851Fonderie Siot-DecauvilleParis, founded 1860 The patina is wonderfully preserved with a glowing burnished depth, the surfaces perfectly cast](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861196_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Henri Matisse Expressionism French nude odalisque tempera painting: Tempera on paper, painting. From a private collection. 7,7 x 9,7 in. (19,5 x 24,6 cm). Henri Matisse (1869-1954, French). It is being sold in the manner or style of the artist. The painting depicts a](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8556/326770/175998175_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715721006)
![Lot of Two Lovely Lalique Crystal Nude Dancer & Compiegne Scalloped Leaf Bowl: Lot of Two Lovely Lalique Crystal Nude and Scalloped Bowl. (1) Lalique Nude Dancer, in a frosted crystal "Danseuse Bras Leves". She is on a rock type base and stands approximately 9.25" H. There is no](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1183/321967/179744486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718046740)
![Marquis de Sade, 4 Stories, Mystified Magistrate, Peter Owen UK Ed. 1996: "The Mystified Magistrate: Four Stories" by Marquis de Sade, translated by Margaret Crosland; published by? Peter Owen, London, UK, 1996. Soft cover [wear: see photos]; 5.1/2" x 8.1/2"; 158 pages, a l](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6304/326876/177862408_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716298906)
![French Art Deco Glass Perfume Bottle - 1920s: French Art Deco Glass Perfume Bottle with Karelian Birch Stopper. Fine quality glass perfume bottle with Karelian birch bottle stopper. Under the wooden cover is a glass threaded cap. Glass, Karelian](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861119_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Gothic Revival Treasure Chest With Working Lock Silvered Metal and Glass Beads: Gothic revival Treasure Chest with working lock silvered metal and glass beads This exceptional 19th-century silver chest showcases masterful craftsmanship and intricate detailing, characteristic of t](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861177_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
![Sevres Platinum Glazed Stoneware Art Deco Vase: Platinum glazed Art Deco Sevres vase. Glazed stoneware Sevres, France, 20th Century Height: 10.25" (26 cm) Vase is in great condition, no chips, cracks or restoration. Minor wear to platinum glaze on](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8402/333173/179861139_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718233193)
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![Trio of French Empire gilt bronzes by Napoleon’s goldsmith roared to $51K at Stair](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/168576163_1_x.webp)
Trio of French Empire gilt bronzes by Napoleon’s goldsmith roared to $51K at Stair
HUDSON, N.Y. – Spotted in a regular Thursday Morning at Stair sale, a trio of French Empire gilt bronzes by Martin-Guillaume Biennais, Napoleon’s goldsmith, sold far above expectations on January 15. After just six bids, they hammered for $40,000 ($51,200 with buyer’s premium) against an estimate of $800-$1,200. Stair Galleries’ cataloging was brief but, as […]
![Circa-1930 poster for a French drink that didn’t exist headlines Jan. 2 sale in New York](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/168163157_1_x-1.jpg)
Circa-1930 poster for a French drink that didn’t exist headlines Jan. 2 sale in New York
NEW YORK – On Tuesday, January 2, starting at 6 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will hold a sale titled The Artful Palette: Prints, Fine Art & More!, a 92-lot auction featuring just that – prints, fine art, and more. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. Leading the highlights is a circa-1930 […]
![‘Pursuit of Beauty’ features American and French Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces at Heritage Oct. 26](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/162918604_1_x-1.jpg)
‘Pursuit of Beauty’ features American and French Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces at Heritage Oct. 26
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French bronze and enamel vases lead Autumn’s Arrival auction at Akiba Galleries Sept. 12
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