The French periods we carry
Our collection typically spans Louis XV (rococo, curvilinear, marquetry), Louis XVI (neoclassical, restrained, fluted), Directoire and Empire (architectural, martial motifs), and 19th-century revivals. We also carry provincial pieces from Provence, Normandy and the Loire — walnut, cherry and oak in humbler forms, often more usable in a modern Indian home than their formal counterparts.
What to look for
Original French pieces show hand-cut dovetails, secondary timbers appropriate to the region (oak in Paris, walnut in Provence), oxidised original hardware, and — on gilded pieces — worn gilt on high points. Marquetry should be laid on a solid substrate, with the pattern reading crisply but not perfectly, since the veneer moves with humidity over two centuries.
Living with French antiques in India
French furniture responds well to Indian climate when it has been restored responsibly — waxed rather than heavily varnished, kept out of direct sun, and away from air-conditioning vents that dry timber. Every French piece leaving our gallery is prepared for Indian conditions and comes with care notes.
Featured categories
Commodes and chests, vitrines and display cabinets, bureaus and secretaires, gilt-wood mirrors, dining chairs and fauteuils, chandeliers and sconces. Stock rotates; if you are looking for a specific piece we are happy to source on brief.
Frequently Asked
Questions collectors ask.
- Do you have Louis XV and Louis XVI pieces in stock?
- Yes, though inventory rotates. Please write to us for the current selection or visit the Mumbai gallery.
- Is French antique furniture suitable for the Indian climate?
- Yes, when restored and cared for correctly. Every French piece from Vinterior is prepared for Indian conditions and issued with care instructions.
- Do you accept sourcing briefs for French antiques?
- Yes. If you have a specific period, style or piece in mind, we will contact you when a suitable piece surfaces.
Enquire
See these pieces in person at our Mumbai gallery.
Vinterior is at G-74 / G-75 / G-76, An Nasr, Mutton Street, Mumbai. Visits are welcomed by appointment; enquiries by WhatsApp are answered the same day.