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To identify French Empire furniture, look for characteristics of the period. Pieces typically have substantial, weighty silhouettes and ornate details. You will often find Greek and Roman motifs included in their designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Empire furniture.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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French Empire Salon Set After Jean Francois Bellange
By Bellanger
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
accented by rosettes palmettes and acanthus characterizing most French Empire furniture and Decorative
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Armchairs
Materials
Beech
$15,000 / set
Superb Bronze Mounted Eagle French Empire Mahogany Empire Daybed Chaise
By Charles-Honoré Lannuier
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
artistry, representing the finest traditions of French Empire furniture. A true statement of luxury, it
Category
Antique 1850s French Empire Daybeds
Materials
Bronze
Fine Cast Bronze French Empire Dog Head and Dragons Mahogany Settee
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
excellent choice for collectors of French Empire furniture or decorators seeking authentic period statement
Category
Vintage 1920s French Empire Revival Settees
Materials
Bronze
$2,396 Sale Price
40% Off
Square French Empire Brass Swans and Wrought Iron Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
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Ideal for collectors of French Empire furniture, neoclassical décor, and statement tables, this piece
Category
20th Century French Empire Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
$401 Sale Price
42% Off
Fine Bronze Carytid Figural Mounted French Empire Verdi Marble Pedestal Stand
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
-century French Empire furniture, a style inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity and favored by Napoleon’s court
Category
Vintage 1920s French Empire Revival Pedestals
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$2,316 Sale Price
42% Off
Rare French Empire Chair - From the Collection of Ann & Gordon Getty
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Dated 1810, this chair reflects the grandeur and sophistication of French Empire furniture, known for
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Side Chairs
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Fruitwood