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Contemporary Repoussé High Empire Drumstool in Copper and Brass by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High Empire Drumstool Antique copper Brass Hand Repoussé Limited edition Each piece is
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2010s Modern Side Tables

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Copper

1990s Liyiz Vintage Early 90s Black Crepe Colorful Sequin Babydoll Empire Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage early 1990s LIYIZ black crepe and sequin babydoll empire dress! Flattering high empire
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1990s French Empire Waist Dresses

1990s Oscar de la Renta Boho Empire Waist Vintage Empire Waist Babydoll Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
. Double spaghetti strap, Simply slips over the head. High waistband, with a forgiving empire fit. Perfect
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1990s American Empire Waist Dresses

Vintage Geoffrey Beene 1960s Linen Blue Dress Sleeveless W/ Empire Waist
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Portland, OR
. The dress was purchased at the department store Meier and Frank in Portland, Oregon in their high end
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1960s American Empire Waist Dresses

Black Multi Floral High-Waisted Satin Gown
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming, whimsical, lovely! This playful gown in 100% luxurious silk charmeuse was shown in the Barbara Tfank 2012 Collection, the designer’s Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor. It is roll...
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1960s North American Empire Waist Dresses

Cotton Gauze Peasant Maxi Dress with Lace Trim, 1970s
Located in Sparks, NV
: Bust: 34" High Waist: 28" (Empire Waist) Hips: 36" Shoulders: 15" Sleeve Length
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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Stephen Burrows Lime Green Layered Chiffon & Jersey Gown
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Gorgeous sleeveless full length empire maxi dress by world renowned designer, Stephen Burrows
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21st Century and Contemporary American Empire Waist Dresses

Lanvin Printed Shirt Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Geneva, CH
sleeves, a charming Peter Pan collar and an empire waist. Designed for a loose fit under the waist, the
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1960s French Empire Waist Dresses

1960s Jean Muir Silk Liberty Floral Print Dress with Scarf
By Jean Muir
Located in London, GB
the designs, contained in long rows of bands, is slightly different. The dress is a high shirtwaister
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1960s British Empire Waist Dresses

Ossie Clark Iconic Poppy Print Day Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in New York, NY
. High waisted with flared A line skirt. Circa 1970. Small size, 0-2. Excellent Condition.
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1970s British Empire Waist Dresses

A Chiffon & Printed Satin Edwardian Tea Gown - England Circa 1905
Located in Toulon, FR
Nouveau. Removed at the wrists leaving guessing a bubbled cream tulle. High collar and modesty in cotton
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Early 1900s British Empire Waist Dresses

A Chiffon & Printed Satin Edwardian Tea Gown - England Circa 1905
A Chiffon & Printed Satin Edwardian Tea Gown - England Circa 1905
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Size: Equivalent Size French 36- 38
A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
Located in Toulon, FR
1970s. Probably from Jean Dessès or Carven designer house(?). An empire-inspired, high-waisted bustier
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1970s French Empire Waist Dresses

A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1970's Guy Laroche couture cream silk gown. High neckline, billowing sleeves and empire
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1970s French Empire Waist Dresses

A Grey Wool Afternoon Gown with Appliqué trimmings and Lace Circa 1905-1910
Located in Toulon, FR
straight, with a high waist and yokes on the bust and shoulders. Matching button trimmings and waistline
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Early 1900s French Empire Waist Dresses

A Grey Wool Afternoon Gown with Appliqué trimmings and Lace Circa 1905-1910
A Grey Wool Afternoon Gown with Appliqué trimmings and Lace Circa 1905-1910
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Size: Equivalent 12-14 years old today
A Jacques Griffe French Couture Evening Dress in Chiffon and Lace Circa 1958
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Toulon, FR
muslin dating from the late 50s. Silhouette near the line Tonneau Balenciaga with its high waist and
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1960s French Empire Waist Dresses

French Empire Clock Mantel Gilded Spinx Marble 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous French Empire mantel clock in marble and gilt Piece is surmounted - very high Empire - by
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Antique 1880s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble

French Empire Clock Mantel Gilded Spinx Marble 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous French Empire mantel clock in marble and gilt Piece is surmounted - very high Empire - by
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Antique 1880s French Provincial Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble

1998 ATELIER VERSACE couture silk coat
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in San Fransisco, CA
", high empire waist 29", hips 37", arm length 16" from underarms to cuff and overall length 39". Made in
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1990s Italian Coats

Chanel Lace Striped Camellia Empire Dress S/S 1988
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
neckline that frames the décolletage. A satin waistband at a high empire waistline separates the lace
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pair of very large high quality Empire Candelabra made ca 1815.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of large Empire candelabra made around year 1815. The bases are made of Siena marble and
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Candelabras

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of very large high quality Empire Candelabra made ca 1815.
Pair of very large high quality Empire Candelabra made ca 1815.
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H 37.41 in W 14.97 in D 13 in
Empire Crystal Chandelier, Charles X, High-Gloss Gilding
Located in Berlin, DE
Empire Crystal Chandelier, Charles X, High-Gloss Gilding Exceptionally fine, engraved and cast
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20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Pair Marble Cassolettes Stands Marble Vases Gilt Rams Heads 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
decorative pair which are quite striking We date these to circa 1880 and the look is high Empire, perfect for
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Antique 1880s Vases

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Marble

Empire Style High Sided Bench with Gilt Details and Mohair Velvet Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1920s French Empire style wooden stool has an antique white painted frame with gilded details
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Early 20th Century French Empire Benches

Materials

Gesso, Upholstery, Wood

Ceil Chapman 1960s Raspberry Pink + Gold Silk Brocade Flower Vintage 60s Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Diego, CA
inch waist (high empire waist) Free hips 59 inches from top back shoulder to hem
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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

20th Century Beautiful High Chest of Drawers / Chiffoniere, Empire
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century beautiful high chest of drawers / chiffoniere, Empire Solid wood body The chest
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Signed Antique E.F. Caldwell Empire Gilt Bronze High Detail Wall Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning and Rare Pair Antique c1890's Fire Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces Signed by E.F. Caldwell. Please look closely at pictures as these sconces are beautiful beyond words. Originally ...
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Antique 1890s North American Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Vintage French Empire Neoclassical Style Marble Fabric High Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High Back French Empire Neoclassical Style Marble Fabric Wing Back Arm Chair. Item features a tall
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Biedermeier Antique High Board, 1840's, Germany, Empire Style, Rococo, 1840s
Located in Antwerp, BE
; Scandinavia; Industrial Revolution; Empire style; Antique Biedermeier high board dating back from the
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Antique 1840s German Biedermeier Cabinets

Materials

Wood

antique empire chandelier
By French House & Garden
Located in Kiel, SH
high decorative antique bronze candelier from the empire. I guess the chandelier was electrified
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Antique 1850s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Bronze

antique empire chandelier
antique empire chandelier
H 51.19 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
French Empire Style Enfilade
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th Century French Empire style bleached walnut enfilade with a marble top. 1920 Reference
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Early 20th Century French Empire Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

French Empire Style Enfilade
French Empire Style Enfilade
H 36.5 in W 87 in D 22.5 in
1969 Rudi Gernreich Red and Purple Wool Maxi Dress
By Rudi Gerneich, Rudi Gernreich
Located in London, GB
late 1960s shape, with high empire line waist and long sleeves, it features a back zip closure and a
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Pair of Empire Style Window Seats
Located in Lymington, GB
A pair of Empire-style window seats of superb quality, and in excellent condition. Supported on
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20th Century Empire Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Empire Style Window Seats
Pair of Empire Style Window Seats
H 18 in W 36 in D 18 in
Baker Empire Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Baker Furniture Empire-Style Chest of Drawers Approximate
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Vintage 1960s Empire Dressers

Materials

Brass

Baker Empire Chest of Drawers
Baker Empire Chest of Drawers
H 32 in W 40 in D 20 in
Late 19th Century Empire Desk
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Large Empire mahogany desk, France 1890-1900 Large Empire mahogany desk, veneered and with gilded
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Antique 1890s French Empire Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Empire Desk
Late 19th Century Empire Desk
H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
empire brass column lamp
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Brooklyn, NY
empire lamp stem in solid brass with contemporary lampshade from the 1950's base is 44 centimetres
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Vintage 1970s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

empire brass column lamp
empire brass column lamp
H 22.84 in Dm 11.82 in
Empire Style Chairs 1950's
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Empire style chairs made in high quality wood and red fabric. in a very good condition. PRICE
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Empire Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Empire Style Chairs 1950's
Empire Style Chairs 1950's
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 22.45 in
French Empire “Gueridon” Tripod Table
Located in Austin, TX
Side table from France in the French Empire style. This piece is made of mahogany that has been
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Antique 1880s French Empire Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

19th Century Italian Empire Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century Italian Empire desk is a beautifully crafted piece that exemplifies the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Desks

Materials

Walnut, Giltwood

19th Century Italian Empire Desk
19th Century Italian Empire Desk
H 31.75 in W 51.125 in D 25.375 in
Leather Armchairs Empire Style Midcentury
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Mid Century Empire Style
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Mid-20th Century Empire Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Giltwood

French Empire Troubadour Mantel Clock
By Le Roy
Located in New Orleans, LA
This resplendent French Empire gilt bronze mantel clock features an extraordinarily detailed scene
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Empire Troubadour Mantel Clock
French Empire Troubadour Mantel Clock
H 17.5 in W 13.13 in D 6.5 in
French 'Empire' library mantel clock
Located in HAARLEM, NL
A charming Library Empire mantel clock. The Cupido reading the book is a very desirable subject
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 'Empire' library mantel clock
French 'Empire' library mantel clock
H 14.18 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in
19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very nice directoire/empire mahogany bookcase from around 1800 or early 19th century. The
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
H 96.46 in W 57.09 in D 19.3 in
French Empire Style Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A French sideboard in the Empire style. Late 19th century/early 20th century. Mahogany veneered on
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Oak

French Empire Style Mahogany Sideboard
French Empire Style Mahogany Sideboard
H 39.38 in W 70.87 in D 22.05 in
French Empire Centre Table Burr Walnut circa 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
French Empire style burr walnut centre table. Circa 1860 Standing on swept legs with cast gilt
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Antique 1860s Empire Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four Empire Barrel Chairs
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of 4 Empire Barrel chairs dates back to around 1810-20. They come from France. The chairs
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Antique 1810s French Empire Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four Empire Barrel Chairs
Set of Four Empire Barrel Chairs
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Danish 19th Century Empire Mahogany Commode
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish Empire commode made in Regency style. Unique, probably made to order. Cuba mahogany with
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Danish 19th Century Empire Mahogany Commode
Danish 19th Century Empire Mahogany Commode
H 41.74 in W 48.82 in D 21.26 in
Pair Empire Marble Pedestal Stands Cassolettes Urns French
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous pair of French Empire style marble pedestal stands The stands are
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Antique 1890s Empire Urns

Materials

Marble

Antique French Empire Revival Guéridon
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and magnificent antique French guéridon, finished in classic Empire Revival taste, having a
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Antique 19th Century Empire Revival Gueridon

Materials

Marble, Metal, Bronze

19th Century Empire Period Sideboard or Buffet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Empire Period Sideboard or Buffet France, 1830 Cherrywood, This early nineteenth
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Antique 1830s French Empire Buffets

Materials

Cherry

19th Century Empire Period Sideboard or Buffet
19th Century Empire Period Sideboard or Buffet
H 36.03 in W 66.93 in D 21.86 in
Empire Style Bronze Candle Holder/Candlestick
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This an Empire Style Bronze Candle holder or Candlestick. It depicts a gilt bronze candle holder
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20th Century Unknown Empire Revival Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Style Bronze Candle Holder/Candlestick
Empire Style Bronze Candle Holder/Candlestick
H 37.25 in W 10.25 in D 11.25 in
Late 19th Century French Empire Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late 19th Century Empire Style Bookcase 1890-1910 France Mahogany A handsome three door french
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Antique 1890s French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An outstanding pair of period Empire bronze-mounted beds in overall very good condition. The
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Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds
Pair of Fine Bronze Mounted Empire Beds
H 45 in W 84 in D 45.25 in
French Empire Style Bergère Kidney Shaped Stool
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Empire style Bergère kidney shaped stool. This is a charming French empire style walnut
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Early 20th Century Empire Stools

Materials

Walnut

Antique Empire play set table and chairs
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
high-quality mahogany wood, which is decorated with rich bronze decorations, typical of the Empire
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Vintage 1920s French Empire Game Tables

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Wood

Antique Empire play set table and chairs
Antique Empire play set table and chairs
H 30.91 in W 22.84 in D 31.7 in
Empire State
Located in New York, NY
. Unfortunately, because of the high shipping cost we do not ship framed prints internationally at this time.
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2010s Color Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Empire State
Empire State
H 39.5 in W 31.6 in
Empire style Coffee Set Porcelain Darte Frères
By Darte Frères
Located in Paris, FR
Empire or made during it. Signed with red letters stamped "DARTE / FRERES / A PARIS" on the saucer
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Pair of French Empire Bergeres Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Empire period, these very striking chairs are in excellent condition, with exquisitely woven cream fabric
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

The Astronomy Lesson French Empire Mantel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent French Empire ormolu mantel clock features the iconic Neoclassical genre scene
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century Empire Salon Table, 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
edge. X-shaped, profiled base. Extremely high-quality, gilded chased bronze applications. The entire
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Empire Style a Russian Armchair
Located in Berlin, DE
slightly rising armrests. High-profile, contoured backrest frame with a wide finish. (C-51).
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Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Empire Style a Russian Armchair
19th Century Empire Style a Russian Armchair
H 32.09 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
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High Empire For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic high empire available at 1stDibs. A high empire — often made from metal, wood and mahogany — can elevate any home. Find 2889 options for an antique or vintage high empire now, or shop our selection of 88 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the high empire you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A high empire made by Empire designers — as well as those associated with neoclassical — is very popular. Franco Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni and Baccarat each produced at least one beautiful high empire that is worth considering.

How Much is a High Empire?

The average selling price for a high empire at 1stDibs is $3,550, while they’re typically $43 on the low end and $1,250,000 for the highest priced.