Porcelaine de Paris - Empire Centerpiece Reticulated Coupe
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Gilt Porcelaine de Paris Openwork Coupe Centerpiece to be placed centrally on the table, for fruit
Porcelain
Porcelaine de Paris - Ajour Centerpiece Coupe
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Gilt Porcelaine de Paris Openwork Coupe Centerpiece to be placed centrally on the table, for fruit
Porcelain
$5,059 / set
H 0.4 in Dm 9.06 in
Porcelaine de Paris, Manufacture Neppel - Set of 9 handpainted flower plates
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
borders are decorated with a burgundy background enhanced by a gilt rim, characteristic of Empire-period
Porcelain
Porcelaine de Paris - Coffee cup and saucer 'Litron', early 19th century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Elegant cup and saucer, of the model 'Litron' with elaborate gilt decoration of vine leafs Good condition; Tiny fleebites to the rims and little loss of gold. Unmarked, but most l...
Porcelain
Porcelaine de Paris - Coffee cup and saucer 'Litron', early 19th century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Elegant cup and saucer, of the model 'Litron' with elaborate gilt decoration of vine leafs Fair condition; Little hairline. Tiny fleebites to the rims and little loss of gold. Unma...
Porcelain
Empire Paris porcelain vases - early 19th century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
1830 (Empire style, Restauration period). Fully decorated model : polychromatic hand-painted romantic
Porcelain
Pair of Large Fuseau Vases in Porcelaine de Paris, Empire Period
Located in Paris, FR
Large pair of painted fuseau vases in Porcelaine de Paris from the Empire period. The neck and the
Porcelain
$97,200 / set
H 20.75 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Pair of First-Empire Period 2-Handled Porcelain Vases with Westall Venus Scenes
By Richard Westall, Porcelaine de Paris
Located in New York, NY
An incredible and rare pair of French Paris Porcelain First-Empire Period Winged Sphynx-form double
Porcelain
$1,472Sale Price / set|42% Off
H 10.24 in W 13.98 in D 8.86 in
French Empire Period Paris Porcelain Basin and Pitcher with Napoleonic Emblems
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An extremely elegant Paris Porcelain wash basin and pitcher dating from the First Empire Period
Porcelain, Paint
$457 / set
H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 5.12 in
Service à thé en porcelaine de Sologne décor or fin Francais style Empire 20ième
By Deshoulières Limoges
Located in London, England
Ce service à thé de style Empire, provenant de Sologne, est un véritable bijou du 20ème siècle
Gold Leaf
$8,800 / set
H 13.25 in W 4 in D 4 in
Pair of French 19th C.Empire Period Old Paris Porcelain Swan Handle Vases
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of French 19th century Empire Period Old Paris porcelain swan handle vases. Each is
Porcelain
$89Sale Price|50% Off
H 0.79 in Dm 8.67 in
Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine Bleu Cobalt fin 19ième siècle
By Victoria Czechoslovakia
Located in London, England
Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine, embellie d'un magnifique motif mythologique
Gold Leaf
$1,728Sale Price / set|28% Off
H 7.68 in Dm 9.65 in
19th Century Set of Old Paris Porcelain Wash Jug and Basin with Gilt Decoration
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
ablutions. This wash-set dates from the early 19th century French Empire period, and does show some wear to
Porcelain
19th Century Gilt Paris Porcelain Jug and Basin
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb early 19th century Empire period wash basin (with saucer) and tall pitcher, beautifully
Porcelain, Paint
Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Tea Service with Rich Gilt Decoration
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
the elegance and technical mastery of French porcelain production during the Empire period. Executed
Porcelain, Paint
Paris Porcelain Floral Ewer and Basin
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Paris porcelain ewer; (finial repaired) and matching basin, having brightly painted flowers to both; some rubbing to the ewer.
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Vase
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Paris porcelain urn with swan’s head handles; beautifully painted frolicking cupids to the front, and matte and burnished framed musical motifs to the back. Some rubbing consistent...
Porcelain
$12,500 / set
H 12.5 in W 4.5 in D 2.75 in
Pair of French 19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Swan Handle Vases, Marked
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of French 19th century Empire Period Old Paris Porcelain swan handle vases. Each is
Porcelain
$2,168Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 2.96 in W 3.67 in D 2.76 in
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Porcelaine de Paris, Dresden Porcelain, Meissen Porcelain, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Period: Empire Directoire 18th century Origin France Condition: good, minor gold fading, wear
Gold Leaf
$238,500 / set
H 16.13 in W 12.25 in D 12.25 in
Sèvres Médicis Vases Commissioned by Napoléon for Talleyrand
By Cristalleries De Sevres
Located in New Orleans, LA
imperial ambition and refined taste that defined the First Empire. To Napoleon, who valued merit and
Bronze
Empire Style Porcelaine Tea and Coffee Service
Located in Brussels, BE
Tea and coffee Empire style porcelain service for ten persons. Hand painted decoration. Teapot
Porcelain
Porcelaine Tobacco Pipe, Swedish, 19th Century
Located in Malmo, SE
A very decorative porcelaine tobacco pipe, most likely Swedish from the 19th century. This specimen
Bone, Porcelain, Wood
Unavailable
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Antique Old Paris Porcelain - Porcelaine de Paris Tea Service with Monogram
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Stunning beautiful antique Old Paris porcelain (Porcelaine de Paris) tea service from the Louis
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 5.12 in Dm 9.45 in
Two Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain - Porcelaine de Paris Baskets with und
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Two beautiful antique Old Paris porcelain openwork baskets with under plate. Both baskets and plates are in very good condition for their age. There is some minimal decorative wear....
Porcelain
Porcelaine de Paris -Gilt Ajour Centerpiece Coupe
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Gilt Porcelaine de Paris Openwork Coupe Centerpiece to be placed centrally on the table, for fruit
Porcelain
Empire Paris porcelain serving coffee set - 3 pieces - early 19th century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Paris porcelain coffee set composed of 3 serving pieces : a coffee pot, a sugar pot and a milk jug. Beautiful early 19th century French production circa 1820 - 1830, enhanced with la...
Porcelain
Sold
H 16.34 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in
Empire Paris porcelain tall vases in the taste of Darte circa 1810 - 16"
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
-end French production circa 1810 - 1815 (Empire period). Spectacular, fully decorated model, a
Porcelain
Empire Paris porcelain coffee cups for 12 guests - early 19th century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Set of 12 Paris porcelain so-called litron coffee cups (cylindrical shaped cups, more sought-after) and their saucer ; it is a beautiful early 19th century fine work circa 1830 (Rest...
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Paris Porcelain Brush Pot
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A finely painted Paris porcelain pot; the top and bottom borders in gilt with red Greek key decoration; the central body painted in the half round with various varieties of flowers o...
Porcelain
Pair of Large Vases, Empire Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large vases, Empire Period Porcelaine de Paris, pair of large spindle vases, gilded
Porcelain
Sold
H 9.5 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
19th Century French Empire Hand Painted "Porcelaine de Paris" Oval Jardiniere
Located in Dallas, TX
"Porcelaine de Paris" oval jardiniere stands on bronze paw feet. Dressed with lion head figures handles, the
Bronze
Empire Period Porcelain de Paris Water Pitcher with Gilt Decoration
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb early 19th century Empire period water pitcher in Porcelain de Paris and finely
Porcelain, Paint
Pair of Paris Porcelain Three-Footed Gilded Coffee Cups. Empire Period
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb pair of opulent 'Porcelain de Paris' three-footed coffee cups with matching saucers – one blue, one burgundy – each richly embellished with hand-painted gilt detailing in ey...
Porcelain
Pair of Old Paris Porcelain Empire Baskets
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Empire period, and embellished with fine gilding throughout. These very decorative pieces, with their
Porcelain
Sold
H 9.06 in W 7.29 in D 4.34 in
Verseuse Porcelaine De Limoges Époque Napoleon 1er, Early 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Napoleon 1st period porcelain jug from Limoges. This baluster-shaped pedestal coffee pot has a swan neck spout on the ornate chest and is enhanced with gilding, the handle ...
Porcelain
Paris Porcelain Teacup and Saucer Depicting Empress Josephine
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
in ornate dress and wearing her crown. Dating from the early 19th century First Empire period, this
Porcelain
19th Century Paris Porcelain Basket Vase
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A stunning openwork corbeille, or basket vase, dating from the early 19th century Empire Period
Porcelain
Sold
H 8.27 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in
Rare Antique "Porcelaine de Paris" Old Paris Oval Basket on Foot, Empire Period
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Stunning antique porcelain basket on high stand from the Empire Period (France) 1800-1820
Porcelain
$3,710Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Fauteuil Armchair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Fauteuil armchair. This lovely chair is a genuine antique and feature a genuine giltwood finish. It is beautifully worn and the silk upholster...
Giltwood
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 51 in D 23 in
Extraordinary Polychrome Paint Decorated Venetian Rococo Bombe Commode C1870
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This extraordinary Venetian Rococo bombe commode, dating to circa 1870, is a true masterpiece of Italian decorative arts. Lavishly polychrome paint decorated, the commode features a ...
Walnut
French Pair of Louis XVI Style Girandoles
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This dazzling pair of French girandoles or table chandeliers are in wonderful antique condition. Each fixture is centered with a gilt bronze Louis XVI style candelabra base with six ...
Crystal, Brass
Louis XVI-Style mahogany sideboard with white marble top
Located in Houston, TX
The fine flame mahogany used in the construction of this Exceptional piece of furniture exhibits the quality of material And craftsmanship that were used to make this piece. The whit...
Mahogany
$5,638Sale Price|50% Off
H 62.21 in W 59.06 in D 84.65 in
19th Century Hand Carved and Hand Painted Queen Size Bed Frame Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century exquisite queen size beautifully hand carved bed frame in the elegant Louis XVI style. The headboard and footboard frames are raised on six legs and are hand curved and ...
Cane, Wood
$6,500 / set
H 37.75 in W 21 in D 24 in
Karges French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Oval Back Dining Chairs, Eight
By Karges Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of eight French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous carved solid walnut frames, with blue and yellow striped uph...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,450Sale Price|58% Off
H 11 in W 15.5 in D 9.75 in
19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Centerpiece, Hand-Painted Florals
By Old Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning piece of Old Paris porcelain that features two sides of beautiful hand-painted floral panels, hand-cut work and hand-painted trim. Nicely shaped with a long and deep boat ...
Porcelain
$1,595
H 50.25 in W 31.5 in D 2.5 in
French Louis XVI Directoire Style Gilt Trumeau Wall Hanging Mirror
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 50 1/4in W: 31 1/2in D: 2 1/2in This French Louis XVI Directoire Style Gilt Trumeau Wall Hanging Mirror is an exceptional example of mid 20th century french decor! Thi...
Composition
19th Century Italian Porcelain Centerpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
Late 19th century Italian porcelain centerpiece. Classical design depicting the four seasons.
Porcelain
$9,395 / item
H 20.71 in W 16.54 in D 64.97 in
Shagreen Bench with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Delft - Wanli style 'Kraak' Charger - 17th century
By Delft
Located in DELFT, NL
Rare 17th-century Blue Delftware dish featuring Wanli “Kraak” style decoration of an oriental figure in a garden, surrounded by floral and geometric panels. Tin-glazed earthenware in...
Earthenware, Delft, Faience
20th Century Antique French Louis XV Bed, Gold, Rococo
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century antique French Louis XV bed, gold, Rococo Impressive antique Louis XV single bed. Wooden body, with rich and delicate hand-carved ornaments in the classic Louis XV s...
Wood
$1,104Sale Price|52% Off
H 10.44 in W 13.98 in D 7.88 in
White and Gold Paris Porcelain Centerpiece 19th Century
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A stylish Paris porcelain and parcel gilt openwork compote, or fruit basket, made in two pieces joined with its original brass bolt. The basket is oval in form, and stands on a solid...
Porcelain
Delft Beer Jug 'Mille Fleurs' decor, mid 18th century
By Delft
Located in DELFT, NL
Dutch Delftware beer jug with bright blue decoration of flower buds and foliage springs. With later pewter lid and foot rim.
Pewter
Paris Porcelain Lobster Centerpiece
Located in Pembroke, MA
Vieux Paris Porcelain lobster decorated scallop bowl centerpiece. Very beautiful and life-like lobster is enhanced by delicately hand-painted flowers, vines and butterflies.
Porcelain
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.