Business Details
Timeless French Antiques in Los Angeles
Founded by Jean Camille Bianic, Style French Antiques brings timeless elegance and historical authenticity to modern interiors. With formal training from Le Beaux Arts and decades of global experience, our owner curates and restores rare French antiques, specializing in Art Deco, industrial lighting, and globes. We prioritize sustainability by reviving heritage pieces that avoid mass production's environmental impact. Our unique approach blends artistic expertise with hands-on craftsmanship, ensuring each item maintains its original integrity while adapting to contemporary needs. Located in Los Angeles, we serve clients seeking meaningful connections to history through curated collections and immersive experiences like our Salon de Jazz events.Our commitment to authenticity extends to educating customers about the cultural significance of each piece, fostering appreciation for slow, intentional design. By combining Jean Camille's entrepreneurial vision with Maryanne Reall's design expertise and musical artistry, we offer a multidimensional experience that transcends traditional antique dealing. Our live workspace and curated events reflect our belief that beautiful objects should enhance everyday life, creating spaces for living, loving, and creative expression.
Services
Antique Furniture
Art Deco Lighting
French Industrial Lighting
Globes & Maps
Art & Decor
Custom Restoration
Curated Collections
Interior Styling
Jazz Events
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We specialize in authentic French antiques with documented provenance
- Our pieces combine historical craftsmanship with sustainable practices
- Each item undergoes meticulous restoration preserving original integrity
- We source globally from trusted French antique networks
- Our expertise includes Art Deco, industrial design, and 20th-century modernism
Services
Antique Furniture
We curate and restore authentic French antique furniture from the 18th to 20th centuries. Our collection includes Art Deco, Louis Philippe, and modernist designs. Each piece undergoes careful restoration while maintaining historical integrity, offering clients investment-worthy items that combine functionality with cultural heritage.
Art Deco Lighting
Specializing in French industrial and Art Deco lighting from 1920-1960s, we offer task lamps, chandeliers, and sconces. Our collection features designers like Donato D'Urbino and Gae Aulenti. Each piece is restored to working condition, preserving patina and original materials for authentic modern interiors.
Custom Restoration
Our hands-on restoration process preserves the soul of each antique while ensuring functionality. We maintain original finishes where appropriate, using traditional techniques to repair woodwork, metal components, and glass elements. This approach enhances value while respecting historical authenticity for contemporary living spaces.
People
Jean Camille Bianic
Owner
French-trained artist with Le Beaux Arts education. Specializes in 20th-century antiques, with 30+ years restoring French Art Deco and industrial pieces. Combines artistic vision with hands-on craftsmanship in Los Angeles.
Maryanne Reall
Co-Owner
Design industry veteran with jazz performance background. Curates feminine objet d'art collection and produces Salon de Jazz events. Brings marketing expertise and aesthetic sensibility to the business partnership.
Questions
What types of antiques do you specialize in?
We focus on French antiques from the 18th to mid-20th century, particularly Art Deco furniture, industrial lighting, and globes with historical provenance.
How do you ensure authenticity of your pieces?
Each item is personally sourced in France with documented history. We maintain original materials and craftsmanship, avoiding reproductions or fakes.
Can you restore antiques to modern standards?
Our restoration preserves historical integrity while ensuring functionality. We maintain patina and original finishes where appropriate for contemporary use.
Do you offer interior design services?
We provide styling guidance for incorporating antiques into modern spaces, focusing on creating meaningful, historically connected interiors.
Are your antiques environmentally sustainable?
Yes, we promote sustainability by repurposing heritage pieces, reducing waste, and avoiding chemical treatments common in new furniture production.
