Galerie Vauclair – 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts Boutique
Decorative Arts • Artistic Ceramics • Rattan Furniture • Antiques • Paris
Galerie Vauclair – 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts in Paris
For collectors and design lovers looking beyond the conventional Paris antique gallery, Galerie Vauclair offers a wonderfully distinctive world of decorative arts, artistic ceramics and rattan furniture. Led by Laurence and Denis Vauclair-Rouquette, the gallery has developed particular expertise in the decorative arts of the second half of the 19th century, an era transformed by the great Universal Exhibitions, technical experimentation, exotic influences and an increasingly imaginative approach to the interior. Expect majolica, sculptural ceramics, extraordinary planters and vessels, bamboo and rattan furniture, Japonisme, Napoleon III influences and unusual decorative objects alongside selected 20th-century pieces. The result feels less like a conventional antiques inventory and more like a carefully constructed decorative universe — theatrical, scholarly and often surprisingly playful. Galerie Vauclair can be discovered at 24 Rue de Beaune in Paris’s Carré Rive Gauche, as well as at the legendary Marché Paul Bert at the Paris Saint-Ouen Flea Market.
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TLC Paris tip: Choose the location according to the kind of Paris day you want. 24 Rue de Beaune, 75007 Paris sits in the Carré Rive Gauche, making it easy to combine with galleries, antiques and the Musée d’Orsay area. For a more expansive treasure-hunting day, find Galerie Vauclair at Marché Paul Bert, Stand 79, Allée 6 in Saint-Ouen. And look beyond individual objects: Vauclair’s particular magic is in seeing how ceramics, rattan, colour and decorative fantasy can work together as an interior.
Highlights (evergreen)
Ceramics Specialist (19th c.)
Majolica, barbotine & artistic ceramics with sculptural presence.
Rattan Furniture Poetry
Winter-garden seating and airy forms — patina meets lightness.
Collector-Level Decorative Arts
Pieces chosen for material, craftsmanship, and long-term value.
Scenography & Sourcing Eye
Objects that style beautifully — interiors, shoots, and real living.
TLC Paris Concierge note: Galerie Vauclair is for material lovers — glaze, weave, patina. Go for one hero piece and let the room build itself around it.
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19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts, Ceramics, Majolica, Rattan Furniture, Bamboo & Collectible Design
Galerie Vauclair – 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts Boutique
Galerie Vauclair is a specialist Paris gallery devoted to decorative arts, particularly artistic ceramics and rattan and bamboo furniture. Laurence and Denis Vauclair-Rouquette have developed a distinctive collection around the exuberant decorative world of the second half of the 19th century, while the gallery also presents selected 20th-century pieces. Expect unusual objects, richly decorative ceramics and furniture with genuine personality rather than a conventional antiques-shop experience.
Best For
Decorative arts, collectors, unusual interiors, antique ceramics, rattan furniture & distinctive statement pieces
Decorative arts, collectors, unusual interiors, antique ceramics, rattan furniture & distinctive statement pieces
Ceramics
Majolica, barbotine, vases, cache-pots, plates, sculptural ceramics & decorative pieces from important European makers
Majolica, barbotine, vases, cache-pots, plates, sculptural ceramics & decorative pieces from important European makers
Rattan & Bamboo
Chairs, armchairs, tables, cabinets, jardinières & unusual furniture, with particular expertise in late-19th-century design
Chairs, armchairs, tables, cabinets, jardinières & unusual furniture, with particular expertise in late-19th-century design
Names To Know
Massier, Minton, Perret & Vibert, Collinot and other ceramicists, manufacturers & decorative artists
Massier, Minton, Perret & Vibert, Collinot and other ceramicists, manufacturers & decorative artists
Rue de Beaune
24 Rue de Beaune, 75007 Paris — in the Carré Rive Gauche antiques district near the Musée d’Orsay
24 Rue de Beaune, 75007 Paris — in the Carré Rive Gauche antiques district near the Musée d’Orsay
Saint-Ouen
Marché Paul Bert, Allée 6, Stand 79 — discover Vauclair within the famous Paris Saint-Ouen flea market
Marché Paul Bert, Allée 6, Stand 79 — discover Vauclair within the famous Paris Saint-Ouen flea market
For Interiors
A strong address for collectors, decorators & visitors searching for pieces with history, character, colour and unusual proportions
A strong address for collectors, decorators & visitors searching for pieces with history, character, colour and unusual proportions
Good To Know
The collection continually changes as pieces are acquired and sold, so the objects you discover will vary from one visit to another
The collection continually changes as pieces are acquired and sold, so the objects you discover will vary from one visit to another
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TLC Paris Concierge note: Galerie Vauclair is worth visiting even if you are not actively buying antiques. The mix of exuberant ceramics, rattan, bamboo and unusual decorative furniture makes it an interesting introduction to a less familiar side of 19th-century design. In Paris, combine Rue de Beaune with the antique galleries of Carré Rive Gauche and the Musée d’Orsay; for a completely different experience, look for Vauclair again at Marché Paul Bert during a day at the Saint-Ouen flea market.
Tucked into a charming corner of Paris, Galerie Vauclair stands as a true testament to the city's enduring love for beauty, history, and fine craftsmanship. Renowned for its curated collection of 19th and 20th-century decorative arts, this elegant gallery has become a beacon for collectors, interior designers, and lovers of timeless design.
Founded by Valérie and Laurent Vauclair, the gallery has grown into one of the most respected names in the world of antique ceramics and historical furnishings. Their expertise is reflected in every piece they offer — whether it's an intricately glazed majolica vase, a hand-carved Napoleon III fauteuil, or a rare Art Nouveau jardinière. Walking through Galerie Vauclair is like entering a living museum — one where objects are not locked behind glass but ready to be placed in modern homes and cherished anew.
Just a short distance away, the Église Saint-Sulpice offers an architectural counterpoint — its spiritual gravitas complementing the gallery’s aesthetic serenity. Those seeking contemporary artistic expression can stroll over to the Avant-Garde Gallery, where modern installations create a bold dialogue with the past. For those with an eye for vintage couture, Les Trois Marches de Catherine B provides an equally refined lens on fashion history, while Nada Paris gives a minimalist contrast through upcycled design and conceptual pieces. And if you're inspired to explore the literary soul of the area, the Sorbonne University nearby offers a grounding reminder of the intellectual tradition that surrounds this refined part of Paris.
Specializing particularly in Barbotine, a richly colored French majolica pottery, the gallery’s collection includes works from workshops such as Choisy-le-Roi and Sarreguemines. These vivid, naturalistic designs exemplify artistic innovation from the Belle Époque to the Art Deco era — and still resonate powerfully in today’s interiors.
In an age of fast furniture and disposable décor, Galerie Vauclair offers an antidote — an invitation to slow down and create spaces with depth, history, and soul. Their elegant pieces are frequently featured at PAD Paris, Maison&Objet, and other international fairs, earning a global reputation from a boutique-sized gallery with heart.
The surrounding neighborhood — dotted with artisan cafés, antique bookshops, and thoughtful design studios — provides the perfect cultural backdrop for a gallery experience that is, above all, quietly exceptional.
