19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th Century Napoleon III engraved glass and gilt bronze metal cave a liqueur. The cave feature an
Antique 1820s French Barware
Bronze
19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th Century Napoleon III engraved glass and gilt bronze metal cave a liqueur. The cave feature an
Bronze
French Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Napoleon III period Cave À Liqueur cabinet with burl wood case, inlaid brass and mother
Brass
$2,344
H 10.63 in W 12.21 in D 9.45 in
19th Century Cave à Liqueur - Napoleon III - Crystal & Marquetry - Complete Set
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Exquisite French Napoleon III cave à liqueur featuring superb marquetry work in a warm blonde tone
Brass
$5,700
H 10 in W 13 in D 9 in
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Exquisite Napoleon III cave à liqueur, crafted in France during the second quarter of the 19th
Metal, Brass
$5,800
H 10 in W 13 in D 9 in
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Exquisite Napoleon III cave à liqueur, crafted in France during the second quarter of the 19th
Metal, Brass
$2,392
H 10.24 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
19th Century Napoleon III Crystal Liqueur Cabinet ‘Cave À Liqueur’
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
chips. The case is in good condition as well. Made in France, in the late Napoleon III period, 1860-1870
Crystal, Brass, Zinc
$1,995
H 10 in W 8.25 in D 7.875 in
French Napoleon III Period Ebonized Crystal Cave a Liqueur Service Set
Located in Forney, TX
A charming period Napoleon III Second Empire (1852-1870) brass accented ebonized wood and crystal
Crystal, Brass
$2,224
H 9.45 in W 12.6 in D 9.45 in
19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cabinet "Cave à Liqueur" with Crystal Interior
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful Napoleon III period "Cave à liqueur" liquor cabinet with inlaid brass en fruitwood
Brass, Bronze
$3,600
H 10.5 in W 13 in D 9.5 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Burl Walnut Inlaid Complete "Cave a Liqueur"
Located in Dallas, TX
Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique Cave à Liqueur, a refined example of Napoleon
Brass
$5,200
H 11 in W 13 in D 10.5 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete "Cave à Liqueur"
Located in Dallas, TX
etching floral decor. The Napoleon III liquor cave is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use
Crystal, Bronze
$1,100
H 11 in W 10.5 in D 7 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Brass and Glass Complete "Cave a Liqueur"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a bar area with this elegant and colorful antique liquor cave. Created in France circa
Brass
19th Century French Boulle / Napoleon III Liqueur Cave Box
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique French liqueur cave box with inlaid brass and and tortoise shell marquetry decor, a lift
Crystal, Bronze, Brass
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking and rare Napoleon III-period cave à liqueur is masterfully modeled to represent the
Crystal
$6,187
H 11 in W 14 in D 10.5 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Drinks Box with Decanters and Glasses
Located in London, GB
A Napoleon III Inlaid Cave à Liqueur A decorative and convivial object of the 19th century, the
Brass
19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fabulous French 19th century colonial, ormolu and bevelled glass cave à liqueur. The decorative
Metal
$2,298,000
H 25 in W 23.5 in D 9.25 in
Exquisite Baccarat "Elephant" 'Cave A Liquor' - Exposition Universelle 1878
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
The Magnificent Baccarat Elephant Cave A Liquor: A Majestic Exploration of a Timeless Masterpiece
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French André-Charles Boulle Style Cave à Liqueur
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Dallas, TX
glasses; they were very popular during the reign of Napoleon III when our cave was crafted (circa 1850
Metal, Brass
$1,503
H 9.85 in W 11.82 in D 11.42 in
19th Century French Cave à Liqueur - Marquetry Wood - Crystal Decanters and Glas
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A refined 19th century French cave à liqueur, beautifully decorated with intricate marquetry in
Crystal
$4,812
H 11.42 in W 14.57 in D 11.82 in
Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu & Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III Bacarrat ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur
Located in Round Top, TX
Gorgeous 19th century French Napoleon III cave à liqueur with Marquetry Boule. Includes four
Crystal
Unavailable
H 13.19 in W 10.63 in D 10.24 in
Elegant 19th Century , Napoleon III, Complete Crystal Liquor Cave.
Located in CANNES, FR
Elegant 19th Century Napoleon III, complete crystal liquor cave. The set consists of 4 crystal
Crystal
Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style. A table cellarette in a modern maroon leather case with a
Crystal
19th Century Napoleon III "Cave A Liqueur" Cellarette
Located in Austin, TX
This 19th century Napoleon III "Cave A Liqueur" Cellarette is a remarkable piece that captures the
Brass
19th Century Napoleon III Cave à Liqueurs, France
Located in Paris, FR
19th century Napoleon III Cave à liqueurs Case in blackened wood decorated with brass filets and a
Crystal, Brass
Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Napoleon III liqueur caddy, c. 1848-1860. Spelter donkey with bronze reins and saddle is carrying
Antique French Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur Tantalus Decanter Set
By Baccarat, Moser Glassworks
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) Cave À Liqueur with assortment of
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Sold
H 9.5 in W 6.25 in D 5 in
Napoleon III Period Cave a Liqueurs Drink Caddy Bronze Camel with Glass Barrel
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This Napoleon III cave a liqueurs or liqueur caddy was created in France, circa 1860 to elegantly
Bronze
19th Century Napoleon III Period Liqueur Caddy, Eight Glasses and Barrel
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-19th century Napoleon III cave a liqueur or liqueur caddy features a robust, bronze bull
Brass, Bronze
Napoleon III Camel Cave à Liqueur Caddy
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This rare Napoleon III gilt bronze cave à liqueurs or liquor caddy will make a stunning serving
Crystal, Bronze
Napoleon III-Style Cave à Liqueur Set
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming Napoleon III-style cave à liqueur is crafted of stunning crystal and doré bronze
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This century 1860 Napoleon III marquetry cave à liqueurs or liqueur box has exotic wood, gilt
Crystal, Bronze
Napoleon III Boulle Cave à Liqueurs
Located in Montreal, QC
Tortoiseshell and bronze marquetry serpentine front on ebonized wood cellaret, opens top and sides to reveal a gilt bronze rack holding four decanters and ten(of original 16) footed...
Bronze
Sold
H 0.79 in W 0.79 in D 0.79 in
Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Boule Marquetry Cave à Liqueur, France
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
bottles and 16 glasses. Very elegant Napoleon III work, 19th century, France, in an excellent general
Crystal, Brass
Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cave à Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
Doré bronze accents lend a touch of luxury to this stunning Napoleon III crystal cave à liqueur
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 9.45 in W 16.54 in D 8.67 in
Antique Cave à Liqueur Boulle Marquetry Bar Napoleon III, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III period walnut and boulle marquetry cave à liqueur
Ormolu
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III France, 1865
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
crystal Harcourt model, presenting 4 carafe bottles and 16 glasses . Napoleon III circa 1865. In
Crystal, Brass
French 'Cave À Liqueur' Napoléon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880
Located in Vienna, AT
, enamel painting Made around 1870/1880 - Napoléon III Dimensions: Heigth: 26,5 cm / 10.43 in Width
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Cave À Liqueur Tantalus
By Baccarat
Located in Forney, TX
Napoleon III bar cabinet, circa 1860, is incredibly detailed, elegant, sophisticated and will be the
Crystal, Bronze
Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus with Gilt Bronze
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This Napoleon III marquetry cave à liqueurs or liqueur box has exotic wood, gilt bronze, and
Crystal, Bronze, Gold
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Cave a Liqueur Liquor Cabinet Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France, 1865
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Liquor cabinet, cave à liqueur in Boulle style Marquetry in brass, and a Baccarat crystal set
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 11.03 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Inlaid Cave À Liqueur Tantalus
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A Mid-19th Century Napoleon III period twenty piece French liquor cellar with Baccarat crystal
Walnut
Sold
H 7.49 in W 10.63 in D 7.49 in
Cigar Box Cave Napoleon III in Boulle Brass Marquetry, France, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Very elegant Napoleon III style cigar box cave, in boulle brass marquetry and brass and mahogany
Brass, Bronze
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III, France, 1865
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Liquor Cabinet Cave a liqueur in Boulle marquetry style in blackened pear wood and Brass and mither
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 16.54 in D 13.39 in
Big Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Napoleon III Baccarat, 19th Century
By Baccarat, Alphonse Tahan 1
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning big size liquor cabinet cave à liqueur in blackened wood richly and beautifully decorated
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 3.94 in W 12.6 in D 9.45 in
Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful cave à liqueur cabinet in Boulle Marquetry style in brass with a beautiful full set of
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 10 in W 12.5 in D 7.5 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Black Lacquer Cave a Liqueur or Tantalus
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-19th century French Napoleon III period black lacquer cave a liqueur (liqueur caddy) or
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 10.5 in W 12.75 in D 9.75 in
A Fine 19th Century, French, Napoleon III Complete Cave à Liqueur/Tantalus
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A fine 19th century, French, Napoleon III complete cave à liqueur / tantalus / liqueur / decanter
Brass
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Napoleon III Marquetry and Baccarat Liquor Cellar Cave a Liqueur, France 1864
Located in Paris, FR
model , with 4 carafes and 16 glasses. Napoleon III, France, circa 1864. Napoleon III circa
Crystal, Bronze, Copper, Pewter
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Cave à Liqueur in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal, Napoleon III, France
By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
by 4 carafes and 16 glasses. Napoleon III, circa 1860. Excellent condition, totally restored.
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 10.5 in W 13.75 in D 9.25 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur
Located in Dallas, TX
; each glass and decanter is decorated with floral and foliage etched motifs. The Classic Napoleon III
Brass
Sold
H 11 in W 13.25 in D 9.25 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur
Located in Dallas, TX
is decorated with floral and foliage etched motifs. The Classic Napoleon III bar essential is in
Brass
Sold
H 10 in W 14 in D 10 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Cave a Liqueur with Inlay Marquetry
Located in Dallas, TX
with two inlay marquetry decor medallions on the top and front. The decorative cave à liqueur has a
Bronze
Sold
H 10.75 in W 14 in L 10.75 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut and Burl Complete Cave a Liqueur
Located in Dallas, TX
sides. The decorative cave à liqueur has a lift top door and swing side doors, and reveals a removable
Brass
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Cave a Liqueur in Brass Mother of Pearl Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France
By André-Charles Boulle, Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
16 glasses. Napoleon III France, circa 1865. Entirely restored by our specialists. Excellent
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 11 in W 13 in D 11 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueur
Located in Dallas, TX
etching floral decor. The Napoleon III liquor cave is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use
Crystal, Bronze
Sold
H 11 in W 15 in D 11.5 in
Important 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut & Burl Cave a Liqueur Tantalus
Located in Dallas, TX
sides. The cave a liqueur is further embellished by engraved brass decor on the inside. The decorative
Brass
Sold
H 10.5 in W 13 in D 9.5 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Complete Cave a Liqueur with Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Dallas, TX
Create an elegant bar area with this antique liquor box from France, circa 1870. The container features 16 crystal glasses and four carafes. Each glass and bottle has unique, engrave...
Crystal
Sold
H 11.75 in W 13.5 in D 11 in
Antique French Napoleon III Period Burlwood Box Cave a Liqueur Decanter Set
Located in Forney, TX
A visually striking Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) burled amboyna French cave à
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Napoléon III-period cave à liqueur is a stunning creation by the legendary Cristalleries de
Crystal
Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
The splendor of Baccarat crystal is on full display in this stunning Napoléon III-period cavé à
Crystal, Bronze
Antique French Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or tantalus
Ormolu
Sold
H 11.42 in W 14.57 in D 11.82 in
Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III Bacarrat ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or
Ormolu
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Napoleon III liquor cave, cave a liqueur in Boulle marquetry with 3 different rich materials
Crystal, Brass
Mid-19th Century French Boulle Baccarat Crystal Cave A Liqueur Set
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine quality Napoleon III Second Empire period (c.1852-1870) cave à liqueur. Exquisite
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueurs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique bronze and bevelled glass "cave à liqueurs" from France, circa 1850; with all four carafes
Bronze
Sold
H 10.24 in W 13.39 in D 10.63 in
19th Century Complete Brass and Crystal Cave a Liqueur in Boulle Style, France
Located in Paris, FR
Napoleon III circa 1870 Entirely restored by our special professionals. About Boule: André
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in L 0.4 in
Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
16 glasses. Napoleon III France, circa 1865. In an excellent condition, totally restored by our
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in L 0.4 in
Unique Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Baccarat with 4 carafes and 16 glasses. Napoleon III France, circa 1865 In an excellent condition
Crystal, Brass
Baccarat Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Cave Liqueur
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning Napoléon III-period cavé liqueur crafted of glorious Baccarat cut glass and doré bronze
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage Tantalus in Inlaid Rosewood Box, circa 1840-50
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is an exquisite French Napoleon III-period “Cave à Liqueur”, or tantalus, in rich
Crystal
Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This Napoleon III cave à liqueur, or liquor caddy, features a Regule donkey with gilt bronze saddle
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Sold
H 10.75 in W 13.5 in D 10.25 in
circa 1850 Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur with Mother of Pearl, Rosewood, and Brass
Located in Dallas, TX
Napoleon III cave à liqueur is incredibly detailed and will be the highlight of any area it is placed in
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 10.63 in W 12.8 in D 9.45 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur Brass and Exotic Wood
Located in Labrit, Landes
Napoleon III brass exotic woods box cave à liqueur. Inside the box, a removable wood and brass
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 10.25 in W 13.25 in D 10.25 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur with Mother of Pearl Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
, the rectangular cave has a beautiful mother of pearl inlay medallion on the front and on the top, and
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Liqueur Cave Box
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique French liqueur cave box with inlaid brass decor. The lift top door and swing side doors
Brass
Antique French Napoleon III Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III birdseye maple Tantalus Cave a Liqueur, circa 1860
Glass
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table: from which tea, wi...
Lacquer, Wood
$480 / set
H 4.73 in Dm 3.43 in
Set of 6 Murano Glass Tumblers, Mezzo Ritorto in Brown and Amber hues, Signed
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This set of six Murano glass tumblers showcases a harmonious blend of rich, vivid colors. The glasses are created using the traditional Murano technique, where a sequence of Murano ...
Murano Glass
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
Gold Leaf
$18,037
H 9.45 in W 16.54 in D 13.39 in
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand, baroque revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
Faithful copy of the writing service by the silversmith Pietro Rubini, Milan c.1775 The inkstand is composed of a shaped tray supported by 4 rocailles feet, modeled along the entire ...
Sterling Silver
Sold|$12,500
H 40 in W 50 in D 1 in
"Perseus Rescuing Andromeda" Oil on Canvas Large Old Master Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
"Perseus Rescuing Andromeda" Masterful Old Master Oil on Canvas Painting, Large size, framed. Painting depicts the dramatic scene from Greek mythology where Perseus, the hero, saves ...
Canvas, Paint
$39,681
H 8.67 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Italian Sterling Silver Chess Board, Chess Game, Sodalite Marble
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Impressive sterling silver chess board medieval style chess set. The chess board, made by ARVAL ARGENTI VALENZA, was made in white marble and sodalite is supported by a STERLING SIL...
Marble, Sterling Silver
English Caviar Dish
Located in New York, NY
An English gold metal over silver plate and glass caviar covered dish with lion paw feet, in the Empire style, circa mid-20th century, England. Piece has an easy rolltop lid with cut...
Metal, Silver Plate
$125,000
H 42.52 in W 27.56 in D 22.84 in
Purple Museum Quality Amethyst Centerpiece Mineral Masterpiece Decorative Object
Located in London, GB
A very large, one of a kind epimorph amethyst. This piece is a visual spectacle with the natural sculptural formations of amethyst in a different variety of purple tones. Also disp...
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
$6,874
H 30.5 in W 56 in D 24 in
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Desk by Francis & James Smith
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality, unusual, Victorian mahogany kneehole desk by Francis and James Smith, Glasgow. The top, having three leather writing surfaces, each decorated with gold an...
Mahogany
$1,202 / set
H 1.97 in W 20.08 in D 13 in
14-Piece Set Fish Service - Bernardaud Limoges Porcelain - 1920's
By Limoges, Bernardaud
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful porcelain fish service, complete for 12 people, from the French brand Bernardaud Limoges. The service is beautifully decorated with various images of fish, in a romantic ...
Porcelain
$25,950
H 32.29 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
19th Century Pair of Antique Sofas in the Manner of Howard and Sons
Located in Miami, FL
This sofas have high sides and back which is cosy in front of a fire or anywhere. The high sides are sprung and have built in down cushions. This makes them supremely comfortable if ...
Fabric, Walnut
Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)
Metal
$68,500 / set
H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in
Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
Porcelain
$1,995
H 8 in W 17.25 in D 14 in
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted Marriage Trunk Bride's Box, Dated 1813
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely Swedish folk art footed trunk / box in Nordic pine with original blue paint from Hälsingland, Sweden, dated 1813. It has a domed top, hand painted initials and decorative fl...
Brass
French Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional and rare French nécessaire de voyage is almost certainly the work of the highly respected Parisian manufacturer Pierre-Dominique Maire and the silversmith Jacques-Br...
Crystal, Silver
Rare Tiffany Studios “Jade Ring” Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare Tiffany Studios Leaded Glass and Patinated Bronze Geometric Table Lamp, circa 1910. This is a rare one of a kind early Tiffany Studios large table lamp that is illustrated in Al...
Bronze
Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.
Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”
Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.
Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)
Find a collection of antique Napoleon III decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.