French Second Empire

Executed in the Rococo Revival taste, the frame is adorned with finely sculpted acanthus leaves, scrolling foliage, rope-effect borders, and elaborate relief decoration, exemplifying...

Dramatic 19th Century French Aubusson Carpet with Baroque Revival Design Size: 18'0" × 18'7" (548 × 566 cm) This striking French Aubusson carpet, woven circa 1860, is a tour de force...

Wedding globes became popular in France during the Second Empire and early Third Republic, celebrating marriage by preserving treasured mementos beneath glass.

Dating from the second half of the nineteenth century, it reflects the exceptional craftsmanship and decorative richness that define the finest French interiors of the Second Empire.

A Fine 19th-Century French Ormolu Fireside Stick Stand, Circa 1870 Of superb quality and arresting presence, this elegant gilt-bronze stick stand epitomises the refined taste of the ...

Antique French Aubusson Carpet - Louis Philipe Period 12'8" x 15'8" - 385 x 480 cm The Victorian period (Napoleon II- Second Empire) in France saw intense elaboration of traditional...

⸻ Main Characteristics • Type: Pair of decorative trays • Origin: France • Period: Circa 1950 • Material: Painted wood (or composite panel) • Finish: Black lacquer • Decorat...

In its 19th-century Westernized form—particularly in France under the Second Empire—the samovar evolved into a display piece incorporated into aristocratic tea services.

The engraving style is refined and highly characteristic of French cartographic publishing of the Second Empire period.

Every element reflects the luxury and precision associated with fine French decorative arts of the Second Empire era. This elegant box is both a functional jewel case and a striking ...

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

These glasses reflect the sophistication of late-19th-century French design, characteristic of the Second Empire to early Belle Époque period.

The deep cobalt porcelain contrasts beautifully with the warm aged gilding, creating the refined theatrical aesthetic characteristic of French decorative arts of the Second Empire re...

The result was a refined and richly decorative aesthetic that perfectly reflected the artistic, cultural, and economic prosperity of France during the Second Empire. The piece has be...

This exceptional mid-19th-century Crapaud (toad) chair is a quintessential example of Second Empire French upholstery. Known for its low-slung, enveloping silhouette, it features a d...

This was a critical conflict that led to the downfall of the Second French Empire and the unification of Germany.

Biography of Paul Sormani (1817–1877) Paul Sormani was one of the most important cabinetmakers of the Second Empire in France. Born in Italy, he established his Paris workshop in 18...

Perfect for both classic and eclectic interiors, this mirror serves as a statement piece that captures the sophistication of Second Empire French design. Dimensions 69”H 39” W 1.5”D

Many Louis XV style rooms can still be found today in the Palace of Versailles. The Second Empire style, also known as Napoleon III style, is an architectural, furnishing and clothi...

It presents an elegant and detailed administrative view of France during the Second Empire under Napoleon III, showing the country fully divided into its 89 departments, a system fir...

A fine French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) fliptop card game table.

Born in the years that saw the birth of the Second Empire, this French rafraîchaissoir (literally refresher) was designed to accommodate two removable buckets for bottles and ice.

They present beautifully and embody the timeless appeal of French decorative arts from the Second Empire period.

Born in France during the Second Empire, this exquisite guéridon table features a circular top, adorned with radiating veneer, sitting above an apron comprising a single dovetailed d...

The Napoleon III Style The Second French Empire, also known as the era of Napoleon III. (1852-1870), was a period of significant change in the world of design.

It was his luxury boxes, however (liqueur cellarettes, cigar cabinets, games boxes, cashmere cases, jewelry cases) which assured Diehl’s renown (see “l’Art en France sous le Second E...

A rare French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) Boulle marquetry table.

A spectacular French Napoleon III Second Empire period (1852-1870) magnificently decorated ebonized wood writing table.

The Rococo Revival style emerged in Second Empire France and then was adapted in England.

It was his luxury boxes, however (liqueur cellarettes, cigar cabinets, games boxes, cashmere cases, jewelry cases) which assured Diehl’s renown (see “l’Art en France sous le Second E...

The conflict resulted in the collapse of the Second French Empire, the establishment of the French Third Republic, and the proclamation of the German Empire in the Hall of Mirrors at...

Message was known for his finely chased mounts and frequent collaborations with high-end cabinetmakers, including François Linke and Gervais Durand. • Locks stamped “Fournier à Paris...

The Napoleon III Style The Second French Empire, also known as the era of Napoleon III (1852-1870), was a period of significant change in the world of design.

Rendered in fine copperplate engraving and delicately hand-colored, the map shows the intricate administrative divisions, cities, towns, rivers, and road networks that characterized ...

A rare and striking antique French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) convertible rafraichissoir wine cooler drinks table by the ébéniste to the Emperor Jean-Pierre-Alexan...

His position as the chosen carpenter of Napoleon III. brought him both ascent with the same as well as decline with the end of the Second Empire in France . As the "prince of smal...

It was his luxury boxes, however (liqueur cellarettes, cigar cabinets, games boxes, cashmere cases, jewelry cases) which assured Diehl’s renown (see « l’Art en France sous le Second ...

**Political Boundaries**: Reflecting the political divisions of the time, the map likely delineates the various departments of France, offering insight into the administrative organi...

The inclusion of Corsica in the southeast corner adds a valuable geographic and political component to this map, reflecting France’s full territorial reach in the region. Produced d...

Stunning ebonized Napoleon III writing desk or bonheur du jour Circa 1880 Very on trend with lacquered finish and gilt accents A superb 19th-century French Napoleon III writing desk,...

It was his luxury boxes, however (liqueur cellarettes, cigar cabinets, games boxes, cashmere cases, jewelry cases) which assured Diehl’s renown (see “l’Art en France sous le Second E...

A pair of period, hand carved, gessoed, and 22-karat gold gilded, Second Empire, French sconces. Each with gilt bronze arms, and inset with original, mercury glass mirrors.

The gold mount, adorned with pierced foliate shoulders and delicately chased ornamentation, closely resembles French rings from the Second Empire. These mounts, designed to enclose c...

A refined and highly decorative pair exemplifying the exuberant craftsmanship of French decorative arts during the Second Empire.

This rare and historically significant work will appeal to collectors of antique silver, French decorative arts, and Second Empire design.

Remarkably complete and beautifully preserved, this Globe de Mariée would make a superb addition to a collection of French antiques, wedding memorabilia, or Second Empire decorative ...

He served as an aide-de-camp in the army in Algeria and the Crimea, then entered politics and was a member of the Corps législatif during the Second French Empire. He was briefly Min...

Horche Perfect condition Napoleon IIII style The Second Empire style (from French: style Second Empire), also called Napoleon III style (style Napoléon III) is an architectural style...

Emilien de Nieuwerkerke (1811–1892), known as the Comte de Nieuwerkerke, was a French aristocrat, art collector, and key cultural figure of the Second French Empire.

A rare and decorative collector’s piece showcasing the exuberance and refinement of French majolica production during the Second Empire.

Historical Context and Interpretation: This work should be situated in the politically volatile landscape of post-Second Empire France, when Carpeaux and his contemporaries were resp...

This famous store exhibited at the Exhibition of French Industry in 1839 and won a silver medal. They became suppliers of the Second Empire until 1867.

It was his luxury boxes, however (liqueur cellarettes, cigar cabinets, games boxes, cashmere cases, jewelry cases) which assured Diehl’s renown (see « l’Art en France sous le Second ...