A sweet taste of French history has arrived at our Houston shop! Discover the centuries-old story of Les Anis de Flavigny, traditional French candies still crafted in their historic Burgundian abbey.
In this final Part 3, we learn how faux bois' story is deeply intertwined with Art Nouveau and WW1, and how after crossing continents, the art form lives on today — allez!
Continuing the provenance of faux bois, in Part 2 we go over the true inventor of faux bois, the beautiful renovations of Paris in the 1800s, and how the renovations directly influence the story of this art form.
Explore the French history of faux bois, from Joseph Monier's reinforced concrete inventions to the whimsical garden furniture and architecture of France.
Discover the French tradition of woven baskets, from the markets of Dordogne to beautiful, practical storage now available at Jardin de France in Houston.
From a Revolutionary-era print in our Houston Shop to modern Paris, a reflection on how the French balloon became a lasting cultural icon
Seasonal gift guides and curated collections designed to make thoughtful shopping simple.
We just received a great shipment of lovely faience [...]
This seven volume set from the Oeuvres Complètes de Victor Hugo would look truly impressive on any bibliophile’s bookshelf.
Discover the history and elegance of the French bouillotte table and matching lamp, a timeless pairing that blends beauty, ingenuity, and 18th-century tradition
