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Gold leaf restoration
Gold, a trendy color in decoration. Among the decorating trends of recent years: gold. In brass, metal, or gilded wood, gold furniture, lighting, and decorative objects..
The Directoire style (1789-1804)
The term "Directoire" refers to a historical period following the French Revolution (1789) and the National Convention (1792-1795), but also to a style of furniture and decoration that covered
Mythology in 19th Century Decorative Arts
Against the white-painted wainscoting stood eight mahogany chairs. An old piano supported, beneath a barometer, a pyramidal pile of boxes and cartons. Two tapestry armchairs flanked
Empire style ornamentation
The Empire style, a style of propaganda. At the end of the 18th century, Ancient Rome was celebrated both for its political grandeur and for what could be considered the pinnacle of its aesthetics
The History of Porcelain Biscuit
Attention, sweet tooths! The biscuit we're about to talk about will make your teeth ache. Whether it's a bust, a peasant woman, a prom queen, or a centerpiece, they're immaculately white, perfect for decorating your home.
The Restoration style (1815-1830)
After Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo on June 18, 1815, power in France was taken over by the two brothers of Louis XVI: the Count of Provence, who would reign as Louis XVIII (1815-1823),
Atena and her collection of Romantic-era art
"Romantic Paris, 1815-1848": The Petit Palais's landmark exhibition. From May 22 to September 15, 2019, the Petit Palais presents "Romantic Paris," an immersive exhibition that plunges us into the atmosphere of..
A New Project for the Gallery: The Acquisition of the Château de Peyraud
We are delighted to share with you today some very exciting news: we have acquired the magnificent Château de Peyraud, in the Rhône Valley, in the mid-2020s
Jacob Petit and Paris porcelain
In the 1830s, while Parisian decorators and porcelain manufacturers provided designs that perpetuated the neoclassical vocabulary, Jacob Petit (1796-1868) challenged tradition by proposing
The brilliance of Baccarat crystal
Crystal is a staple on festive tables in the form of champagne coupes. However, this precious material can be used in countless ways. The Baccarat company, considered the benchmark..
A renewed interest in furniture and art objects
A widespread return of the French to their homes. The health crisis that affected us has considerably transformed our relationship with our homes. Between restrictions, lockdowns, and remote working
The new generation Antiques Gallery
A little history... The Atena Gallery was born in the Louvre des Antiquaires, a stone's throw from the Louvre Museum, where Frédéric and Nidal Sioufi opened their first gallery in 2001. This exceptional location..
The folding screen, from its origins in Asia to 19th-century salons
The folding screen, this versatile decorative element, has spanned centuries, bringing a touch of elegance and functionality to interiors. From ancient China to 19th-century salons, the folding screen..
An incredible acquisition: "Voyage de la Sainte Famille en Egypte" by Georges Och
Georges Och, a largely unknown figure. Georges Och was a French landscape painter, born in 1798. To this day, little is known about the life and work of this artist who moved in the circles of..
Edition Bronzes in 19th Century France
Edition bronze: a social phenomenon. Small-scale sculpture or edition bronze is a surprising phenomenon due to its scale and the variety of technological and commercial means employed
Restoring a neoclassical salon: the art of reviving history, at the Château de Peyraud
“There’s something magical about restoring a castle; it’s like going back in time, room by room, to restore a space to its original splendor. At Château de Peyraud, we have…”
Silverware in the 19th century
The housewife, an 18th-century invention. The practice of placing cutlery on the table, around each plate, became widespread from the 17th century onwards, and especially in the 18th century. The grand sewers
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