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Empire Textiles

EMPIRE STYLE

From 1804–15, Napoléon I reigned as the emperor of France, bringing the country into a new era of opulence after the fall of the monarchy and the tumultuous years of the French Revolution. He declared, “We must have very solid things, made to last 100 years.” Empire-style furniture followed suit, with imposing pieces constructed from mahogany and adorned with gilded ornaments. Expanding on the neoclassicism popularized in the previous century — such as in ​​Louis XVI style — Empire style borrowed from the great civilizations of antiquity, from Egypt to Greece and Rome, to connect this nascent empire to the power of the past.

Napoléon I believed the production of fine furniture would reflect the stature of the republic, with his official architects Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine leading the way with their work on his residences.

Luxurious materials, symmetrical shapes and bold colors characterize antique Empire-style bedroom furniture, armchairs, cabinets and other structures, with frequent motifs including mythological creatures, geometric designs, acanthus leaves, eagles, bees (the imperial emblem) and swans, a favorite of Empress Joséphine.

Flat surfaces, like marble tabletops, were accented with decadent details, such as the bronze furniture mounts made by sculptor Pierre-Philippe Thomire for the French palaces. Martin-Guillaume Biennais, who worked as the imperial goldsmith, crafted intricate luxury objects that mixed wood, fine metal, mother-of-pearl and ivory. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

The style became popular abroad, influencing the American Empire style. Stately pieces carved with sprigs of olives by cabinetmaker Pierre-Antoine Bellange were acquired by American President James Monroe for the White House in 1817.

Find a collection of antique Empire tables, lighting, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Empire
Antique Silk Velvet Altar Frontal
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Canterbury, GB
Antique French Altar Frontal / Valance Finest quality silk velvet. Decorated with gold metallic braid . Edged with the most opulent gold metallic tassel trim Backed with glazed cot...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Antique Silk Velvet Altar Frontal
Antique Silk Velvet Altar Frontal

Antique Silk Velvet Altar Frontal

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17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11", Authentic 17th Century Piece , Woolen Pillow
Category

17th Century German Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"
17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"

17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"

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Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow 15'' X 12''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 16th century Brussels tapestry pillow. 15'' X 12'' x 6''.
Category

16th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow 15'' X 12''
Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow 15'' X 12''

Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow 15'' X 12''

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19th Century French Tapestry Pillow - 13" X 11"
Located in Los Angeles, US
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow - 13" X 11", Floral Style
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow - 13" X 11"
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow - 13" X 11"

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow - 13" X 11"

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Category

Mid-17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow

17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11", Authentic 17th Century Piece , Woolen Pillow
Category

17th Century German Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"
17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"

17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 16" X 11"

Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

Early 1800s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"
Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"

Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"

Leopard Fur Pillow, Springbok Skin 16x16" 40x40cm
By Emily Barbara
Located in Dural, AU
It's the season of wild and exotic leopard prints, so set your interiors free with this glamorous leopard fur pillow. A beautifully designed print, ...
Category

2010s Australian Empire Textiles

Materials

Fur

Leopard Fur Pillow, Springbok Skin 16x16" 40x40cm
Leopard Fur Pillow, Springbok Skin 16x16" 40x40cm

Leopard Fur Pillow, Springbok Skin 16x16" 40x40cm

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow
Category

17th Century Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Metal

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow
17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 15" X 11", Circa 1850s
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow With Garlands of Flowers
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Category

16th Century Belgian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow

Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow 21'' X 21''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 19th century French Aubusson tapestry pillow. 21'' x 21''
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow 21'' X 21''
Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow 21'' X 21''

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow 21'' X 21''

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 13" X 16"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wood, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 13" X 16"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 13" X 16"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 13" X 16"

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

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Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Category

16th Century Belgian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow
Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow

Mid-16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow

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Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 18th century French tapestry aubusson pillow. 18'' x 18''
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''
Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''

Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''

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19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow 19" X 13", it also has it's pair as well for whom that is interested, … more
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

1880 Antique Metallic Silk Soumak Uzbak Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1880 Antique Metalic Silk Soumak Uzbak Pillow 19 X 14. A beautiful textile accent!
Category

1880s Uzbek Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

1880 Antique Metallic Silk Soumak Uzbak Pillow
1880 Antique Metallic Silk Soumak Uzbak Pillow

1880 Antique Metallic Silk Soumak Uzbak Pillow

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow 13" X 11"
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 19" X 13", Circa 1850s
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Aubusson French 1800 - 23" x 13"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

Early 1800s Albanian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Aubusson French 1800 - 23" x 13"
Aubusson French 1800 - 23" x 13"

Aubusson French 1800 - 23" x 13"

Napoleon Empire 1809 Historic Palais Beauharnais Curtains Paris France 1809
By Josephine de Beauharnais
Located in La xara, VC
Dear collector, please find this unique and exceptional piece of French History .Napoleon Bonaparte private pair of curtain from the most exclusive Palais in France from Beauharnais. This curtain was made for the Palais and go after Restauration of the Palais to another Private collection around Paris .Please don't hesitate for any request! Unique opportunity to get this exceptional private life of The Napoleon Emperor bedroom curtain! he Palais Beauharnais was a palace located in Paris, France, that was built in the 18th century for the Beauharnais family. The palace was purchased by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1809 for use as a residence for his stepson, Eugene de Beauharnais...
Category

Early 1800s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Textile

Napoleon Empire 1809 Historic Palais Beauharnais Curtains Paris France 1809
Napoleon Empire 1809 Historic Palais Beauharnais Curtains Paris France 1809

Napoleon Empire 1809 Historic Palais Beauharnais Curtains Paris France 1809

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" X 13"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Wool

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" X 13"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" X 13"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" X 13"

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
The history of Aubusson textiles dates back to the 14th century. The town of Aubusson is located in the La Marche area of France, which is located at the base of the Creuse River. It...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 18th century French tapestry aubusson pillow. 18'' x 18''
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''
Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''

Antique 18th Century French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow 18'' X 18''

18th Century Silk Fabric French Empire
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Canterbury, GB
A long panel of Antique Silk French Empire and dating from 18th century Beautiful, hard to find Dark Olive Green colourway Antique gently time worn condition with general signs ...
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Silk

18th Century Silk Fabric French Empire
18th Century Silk Fabric French Empire

18th Century Silk Fabric French Empire

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
The history of Aubusson textiles dates back to the 14th century. The town of Aubusson is located in the La Marche area of France, which is located at the base of the Creuse River. It...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

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Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Category

Mid-17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow
Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow

Mid-17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow

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Throw Pillow Made from 17th Century Brussels Tapestry
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow 19" x 11"
Category

17th Century Turkish Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Throw Pillow Made from 17th Century Brussels Tapestry
Throw Pillow Made from 17th Century Brussels Tapestry

Throw Pillow Made from 17th Century Brussels Tapestry

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18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 18" X 13" , Circa 1850s
Category

18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 28" X 13", Circa 1850s
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 24" x 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 24" x 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 24" x 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 24" x 12"

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow 24" x 12" Inch
Located in Los Angeles, US
17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow 24" x 12" Inch
Category

17th Century Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Metal

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow 24" x 12" Inch
17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow 24" x 12" Inch

17th Century Florentine Velvet Metallique Pillow 24" x 12" Inch

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 15" x 14"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 15" x 14"
Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 15" x 14"

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 15" x 14"

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 28" X 13" - Circa 1850s
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
The history of Aubusson textiles dates back to the 14th century. The town of Aubusson is located in the La Marche area of France, which is located at the base of the Creuse River. It...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow - 23'' X 19''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Brussels Tapestry pillow, 23" X 19" x 6" Made in the 16th century.
Category

16th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow - 23'' X 19''
Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow - 23'' X 19''

Antique 16th Century Brussels Tapestry Pillow - 23'' X 19''

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 10"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 10"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 10"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 10"

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 21" x 16"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 21" x 16"
Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 21" x 16"

Italian Florentine 18th Century Pillow - 21" x 16"

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow 16'' X 14" , Circa 1850s
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Mid-18th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Pair of 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillows
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of 17th Century Tapestry Pillows. 1) Tapestry panel of brightly a brightly colored parrot amidst lush fruiting branches, representing a harmonious balance of nature, and applie...
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Textile

Pair of 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillows
Pair of 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillows

Pair of 17th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillows

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 20" x 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 19" x 9"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 19" x 9"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 19" x 9"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 19" x 9"

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow 19" X 13", it also has it's pair as well for whom that is interested, … more
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow
19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

19th Century French Tapestry Pillow

Sponsored
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"

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Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

Early 1800s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"
Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"

Aubusson French 1800 - 15" x 15"

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17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" x 15"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" x 15"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" x 15"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" x 15"

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca.1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

18th Century Antique Silk Metalic Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
18th Century Antique Silk Metalic Pillow
Category

18th Century Unknown Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

18th Century Antique Silk Metalic Pillow
18th Century Antique Silk Metalic Pillow

18th Century Antique Silk Metalic Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1860 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1850 Antique French Tapestry Pillow
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1850 Antique French Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1850 Antique French Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Tapestry Pillow

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 15" X 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Wool

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 15" X 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 15" X 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 15" X 12"

Circa 1850 Antique French Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1850 Antique French Pillow
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1850 Antique French Pillow
Circa 1850 Antique French Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Pillow

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 14" X 12"

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow. Classical and Victorian, it's done by French Tapestry maker back in 1900s.
Category

19th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Ca.1920 Antique Suzani Pillow - 20'' X 20''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca.1920 Antique Suzani Pillow 20'' X 20'', Handmade and Needlework
Category

1920s Uzbek Vintage Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

Ca.1920 Antique Suzani Pillow - 20'' X 20''
Ca.1920 Antique Suzani Pillow - 20'' X 20''

Ca.1920 Antique Suzani Pillow - 20'' X 20''

Brussels 16th Century Pillow - 21" x 18"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

16th Century Belgian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Brussels 16th Century Pillow - 21" x 18"
Brussels 16th Century Pillow - 21" x 18"

Brussels 16th Century Pillow - 21" x 18"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" x 12"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" x 12"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" x 12"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 17" x 12"

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Sponsored
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" X 11"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

17th Century French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" X 11"
17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" X 11"

17th Century Flemish Pillow - 23" X 11"

Sponsored
Aubusson French 1800 - 19" x 17"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

Early 1800s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

Aubusson French 1800 - 19" x 17"
Aubusson French 1800 - 19" x 17"

Aubusson French 1800 - 19" x 17"

Sponsored
1880 Antique French Needlepoint Pillow - 19 X 18
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca.1880 antique French needlepoint pillow. 19 X 18, tribal and traditional, handmade and authentic.
Category

1880s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool

1880 Antique French Needlepoint Pillow - 19 X 18
1880 Antique French Needlepoint Pillow - 19 X 18

1880 Antique French Needlepoint Pillow - 19 X 18

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Antique Venetian Silk Velvet Pillow
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Canterbury, GB
Large Impressive Cushion Finest quality Venetian silk velvet panel Circa 1900 Edged with 18th century metallic tassel fringe Backed with antique Mohair velvet Good antique condi...
Category

1890s Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Metallic Thread

Antique Venetian Silk Velvet Pillow
Antique Venetian Silk Velvet Pillow

Antique Venetian Silk Velvet Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca. 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

French Silk Tapestry Pillow 1850
Located in Los Angeles, US
Good Condition, Original Design Modified.
Category

1850s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Feathers

French Silk Tapestry Pillow 1850
French Silk Tapestry Pillow 1850

French Silk Tapestry Pillow 1850

19th Century Ikat Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
19th Century Ikat Tapestry Pillow 23" x 16" , handmade Pillow, authentic Early-19th Century Piece in great Condition
Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Feathers

19th Century Ikat Tapestry Pillow
19th Century Ikat Tapestry Pillow

19th Century Ikat Tapestry Pillow

18th Century Antique Florentine Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
18th Century Antique Florentine Tapestry Pillow 19'' x 18''
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

18th Century Antique Florentine Tapestry Pillow
18th Century Antique Florentine Tapestry Pillow

18th Century Antique Florentine Tapestry Pillow

1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Brussels Tapestry Pillow 17th Century - 24'' X 12''.
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca.1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Category

1860s French Antique Empire Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow
Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Circa 1860 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Empire textiles for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire textiles for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire textiles made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Unknown pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, Emily Barbara, and Josephine de Beauharnais. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $26,342 while the average work can sell for $2,500.

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