Antique French Furniture

A specialist collection of antique French furniture, personally sourced from France and the UK by three generations of the Hawkins family since 1960. Browse kingwood and parquetry commodes, Vernis Martin vitrine cabinets, ormolu-mounted side tables, bonheur du jour writing desks, and Louis XV & XVI style pieces - each one individually selected from our Barry, South Wales showroom. Every piece of French antique furniture for sale in our collection reflects the finest tradition of French decorative craftsmanship and comes with free UK mainland delivery.

Our antique French furniture collection spans the full breadth of the great decorative periods - Louis XV with its characteristic Rococo curves and cabriole legs, Louis XVI with its return to Classical restraint and straight-tapered legs, and the Directoire and Empire periods that followed. We carry French antique furniture in kingwood, tulipwood, rosewood and parquetry veneers, with ormolu mounts of genuine quality. Our stock regularly includes French display cabinets, French commodes, French side tables, French writing desks, French vitrines and decorative French seating. Maker-attributed pieces appear regularly - including work in the manner of François Linke, Maison Millet and Paul Sormani - alongside fine anonymous examples where quality speaks for itself.

If you are looking to buy antique French furniture in the UK, you are purchasing directly from specialists. We describe condition accurately - veneer stability, ormolu mount integrity, marble top condition, and any restoration clearly stated. White-glove personal delivery is included to the UK mainland, and we ship internationally via specialist fine art couriers to Europe, the USA, and Asia.

Popular categories within our French furniture collection include French display cabinets and vitrines, French sideboards and credenzas, French writing desks and French commodes and chests of drawers.

Looking for something specific? We actively source antique French furniture for sale on behalf of clients - period, form, maker, or budget - get in touch and we will search auctions, fairs, and private sales across the UK and France on your behalf.

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Why Collectors Choose Hawkins Antiques

Three generations of expertise, carefully sourcing and delivering exceptional British and French antique furniture since 1960.

Established 1960

Over 60 years of specialist antique furniture trading.

Three Generations

Family-run expertise passed down through three generations.

Hand Selected Inventory

Every piece personally sourced, inspected and honestly described.

Free UK Mainland Delivery

Free UK mainland delivery. Worldwide shipping available.

7,000 sq ft Showroom

Over 7,000 sq ft of British and French antique furniture.

Recently Sold Through Hawkins Antiques

Hundreds Of Pieces Sold During The Last 12 Months

Set of Ten Regency Style Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs With Leather Seats
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Set of Ten Regency Style Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs With Leather Seats

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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza Sideboard With Porcelain Plaques

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Antique Mahogany Centre Table with Marble Top - Large Round Pedestal Dining / Centre Tab — Hawkins Antiques
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Antique Mahogany Centre Table with Marble Top - Large Round Pedestal Dining / Centre Table

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Pair Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Armchairs - Carved Open Arm Chairs with Claw & B — Hawkins Antiques
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Pair Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Armchairs - Carved Open Arm Chairs with Claw & Ball Feet c.1900

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Frequently Asked Questions About Antique Furniture

What types of antique furniture do you sell?

We specialise in British and French antique furniture including sideboards, display cabinets, dining tables, bookcases, desks, wardrobes, mirrors, seating and decorative pieces dating from the Georgian period through to the early twentieth century.

Do you offer delivery throughout the UK?

Yes. Every item includes free UK mainland delivery. All pieces are professionally wrapped, insured and delivered by experienced furniture couriers.

Can antique furniture be used every day?

Absolutely. Much antique furniture was originally built for daily use and remains remarkably durable today. Properly maintained Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian furniture can continue to serve households for generations.

How do I know antique furniture is genuine?

Every piece we sell is carefully inspected and researched. Where known, maker attributions, provenance and restoration history are clearly stated. Any repairs or alterations are honestly disclosed within our descriptions.

Do you source antique furniture for clients?

Yes. If you cannot find the right piece within our current collection, we can source antique furniture on your behalf through our network of auction houses, private collections, trade contacts and antique fairs throughout the UK and Europe.

Can I visit your showroom?

Yes. Our Barry showroom houses over 7,000 square feet of antique furniture. Visits are welcome by appointment and allow you to inspect pieces before purchase.

What periods of antique furniture do you specialise in?

Our stock primarily focuses on Georgian, Regency, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and French period furniture, with particular strength in mahogany, rosewood, walnut, kingwood, satinwood and ormolu-mounted pieces.

Why buy from Hawkins Antiques?

Established in 1960, Hawkins Antiques is a third-generation family business specialising exclusively in antique furniture. Every piece is personally selected, professionally photographed, honestly described and backed by decades of expertise.