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Decorative Objects For Sale
Style: Empire
Style: Federal
French 19th century Empire st. Gris st. Anne, Carrara marble, and Ormolu clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and high quality French 19th century Empire st. Gris st. Anne, white Carrara marble, and Ormolu clock. This beautiful clock is supported on a circular white Carrara marble...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

Pair French Marble Urns Amphora Cassolettes Empire 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous pair of French Empire marble cassoulets Classic urns of amphora form Beautiful tones of marble including salmon pink, orange, cream and burgundy Ormolu fixtures are origin...
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1890s Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Bronze Garnitures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of bronze and dore bronze compote/tazas with finely chased details. Can be used to hold a topiary or a thick candle. Base is 7" Top is 11.5".
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Bronze Empire Style Classical Urns, circa 1820
Located in Lincoln, GB
A pair of bronze Empire style classical urns, circa 1820 on square bases with double handles on each. Grecian Classical subject around the body with a wide rim superb classical design.
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19th Century European Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair Antique French Empire Gold Bronze Candelabra, circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique French Empire Gold Bronze Candelabra, Circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Empire Bronze Ewers in The Manner of Claude Galle
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine pair of empire gilt and patinated bronze ewers in the manner of Claude Galle. French, Circa 1820.
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Pair of French Empire Period Candelabra, Attributed to Claude Galle
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent large pair of five-light doré bronze and patinated bronze Empire period candelabra, attributed to Claude Galle made in the early 1800s. This pair of candelabra are set ...
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1810s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Aaron Willard Boston Federal Shelf Clock Arched & Inlaid Pediment/ Mahogany Case
Located in Savannah, GA
This magnificent shelf clock has an arched and inlaid pediment over a painted dial that is signed "Aaron Willard, Boston," fancifully painted within cartouche with laurel wreath and ...
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Early 1800s American Federal Antique Decorative Objects

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Brass, Tin

Early 19th Century French Empire Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible pair of spirited early 19th century French Empire bronze candlesticks celebrating the arts with individually cast and applied painters' palettes with brushes, sculptors' hammers and compasses, writers' books, musicians' harps, drama masks...
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1810s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Mantel Clock 19th Century Styl Empire by Leroy à Paris
Located in Warsaw, PL
Mantel clock 19th Century Empire Le Roy et fils (French, founded 1785) Le Roy et fils was a prestigious French clock making firm. The company was fou...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ferdinand Barbedienne Set of Gilt Bronze-Mounted Champleve Onyx Garniture
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Ferdinand Barbedienne set of gilt bronze-mounted champleve onyx garniture. It consist of two urns and one large oval vase/jardiniere. The vase...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

19th Century Pair of Paris Two Handled Vases in Gold and Cobalt Blue.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair of Paris Two Handled Vases in Gold and Cobalt Blue. Pair of early 19th century Paris baluster shaped porcelain vases. Elaborately painted on each side with the most intricate p...
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Wood and Bronze Planters, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and bronze planters. France, late 19th century.
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Elegant pair of Candlesticks i bronze. Empire, 1820s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant pair of Candlesticks i bronze with dark patinated column. French Empire during the 1820s. Wear consistent with age and use
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Early 19th Century Napoleon Bonaparte Letter Opener
Located in Lučenec, SK
This is one of a kind bronze letter opener from the period just after Napoleon's death. It is a testament to his popularity that even letter openers featured his face.
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair, French Empire Gilt Bronze Crane Motif Candlesticks Circa 1815
Located in Atlanta, GA
French, circa 1815. This exquisite pair of French Empire gilt bronze candlesticks, crafted circa 1815, embodies the opulence and grandeur of the Empire style. Each candlestick feat...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Open letters by C. villain
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Open letters by C. villain Origin France Circa 1915 Empire style patinated bronze Soldier motif Excellent condition signed on the side FRENCH, 1853-1910 Jean Garnier was born in Mou...
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1910s French Empire Vintage Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair Antique Early 19thC French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Portland, OR
A very fine pair of antique early 19th century gilt bronze French Neoclassical Empire period candlesticks, circa 1820. The candlesticks having removable sconces and globular capitals...
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century French Empire-Style Brass Candle Sconces, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of 1950s French Empire-style brass two-candle sconces. Finely detailed throughout. Cast form features a flaming torch motif embellished with an acanthus wreath and rippling r...
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1950s British Empire Vintage Decorative Objects

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Brass

EARLY 19th CENTURY FRENCH PORCELAIN CLOCK
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant biscuit watch with an allegory of pure love. The spring-loaded watch features an enamelled dial with double Arabic and Roman numerals, and a crown set with zircons cut like d...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

William Cummens Federal Mahogany Tall Clock with Moon Phase Dial circa 1820
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional Federal mahogany tall case clock with a delicate fretwork crest, adorned with three ball and spire brass finials, surmounting an arched form glass door, opening to a h...
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1820s American Federal Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Pair of Empire Style Bronze Ewers, Late 19th or Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An important pair of Empire style bronze ewers, late 19th or early 20th century. A pair of Empire style patinated bronze ewers with marble base, late 19th or early 20th century. H: ...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Empire Style Bronze Travel Clock, late 19th Century or Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Empire style bronze travel clock, late 19th century or early 20th century. Empire style bronze travel clock with double patina, late 19th or early 20th century, (movement to be revi...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vase Clock France First Quarter 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Gilt bronze vase clock resting on a plinth decorated with successive leaf motifs resting on four ball feet. The characteristically bi-vaned vase-shaped body is adorned with finely ch...
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Beautiful Pair of French Empire Gilt and Dark Patinated Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Knivsta, SE
A beautiful pair of French Empire gilt and dark patinated bronze candlesticks from the 1820s. Decorated with flower baskets and bunches of grapes and a dark patinated column. Wear ...
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate, Bronze

A Very Fine Gilt & Patinated Bronze Centerpiece in the Empire style.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Gilt & Patinated Bronze Centerpiece in the Empire style. France, circa 1890. Width 15 1/2" Height 18" Depth 5 1/2"
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1890s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Napoleon III silver jug or decanter
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
French Napoleon III silver jug or decanter Napoleon III style French silver and glass jug Circa 1930 Origin France Excellent quality cut crystal, could be baccarat The silver part ha...
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1930s French Empire Vintage Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Silver

Aaron Willard Boston Mahogany Shelf Clock w/ Eglomisé Painting & Eagle Finial
Located in Savannah, GA
Popularized at the turn of the 19th century in coastal Massachusetts, these handsome shelf clocks are subsequently referred to as Massachusetts shelf clocks. This decorated example ...
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1820s American Federal Antique Decorative Objects

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Brass

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze from the 1820s.
Located in Knivsta, SE
A very Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Richly decorated in period design. Wear consistent with age and use
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1820s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of Elegant Empire Candlesticks, Gilded and Patinated Brass, 1820s France
Located in Knivsta, SE
A pair of exquisite Empire candlesticks which combine gilt and patinated brass. Made in 1820s France. Various intricate rose, floral and leaf patterns adorn the bases in gilt brass. ...
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Early 18th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Empire Style Onyx and Gilded Bronze Tazzas
Located in Newport Beach, CA
An elegant pair of hand carved and polished onyx tazzas in the Empire style with gilded bronze mounts.
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

Elegant 19th-Century French Bronzed Urns with Gold Ormolu Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of classical elegance with our exquisite pair of Early 19th-century French Urns, masterpieces of craftsmanship and historical beauty. These antique cassolettes, c...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Empire-Style Marble and Ormolu Vases by Raingo
Located in London, GB
Pair of Empire-style marble and ormolu vases by Raingo French, Late 19th Century Height 37cm, width 22cm, depth 18cm This superb pair of vases combines stunning veined grey marble...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

American Walnut Tall Case Clock by Solomon Gorgas
Located in Essex, MA
By Solomon Gorgas. Lancaster Co. Pennsylvania. Works just cleaned and in good working order. With arched bonnet with pinwheel inlay in the scrolls. Glazed door opening to enameled wo...
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Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Pair 19th Century French Bronze Sphinx on Verde Antico Marble Bases
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of French Empire bronze models of recumbent Sphinxes on Verdi Antico marble bases. The bronze with the warm golden patina of age. The custom marble bases, stepped on one side ...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Jewelry Box in Leather with Diamond Pattern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Rectangular Leather Jewelry Box on small brass balls with diamond pattern.
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Brass

Late 19th Century Mirrored Glass Brass Jewelry Tray
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
French Mirrored Brass Jewelry Tray, Late 19th Century Charming French tray featuring an elaborate floral motif.. The attention to detail is apparent on this piece. The mirrored glas...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Brass

Onyx Jewelry or Decorative Box
Located in New York, NY
A substantial green onyx marble and gold gilt metal jewelry or decorative box, in the Empire style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Onyx is a combination of green hues finished a gold...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Marble, Metal

19th Century Inkwell with Imperial Eagle in Portoro Marble and Gilt Bronze
Located in NICE, FR
We would like to present you with this magnificent 19th-century Empire-style inkwell from the Napoleon III era adorned with a raised imperial eagle motif positioned between the two i...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Large Sculpture of an Eagle in Silver Plated Metal, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large sculpture of an eagle in silver plated metal, 20th century. Sculpture of an eagle in silver plated metal, could be a sculpture for a desk or a nice centerpiece, Empire style, ...
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20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

Pair of 19th Century French Gilt and Bronze Candelabra of the Empire Period
Located in London, GB
Constructed in two color gilt and patinated bronze; the feminine Grecian figures draped with diaphanous robes blowing bi-form trumpets of swept form, terminating in candleholders a...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Antique Stately Bronze Napoleon on Prancing Horse Sculpture, Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted. Practical size sculpture of imperator Napoleon Bonaparte. If you are a collector of good quality antiques having to do with (French) historical figures then this rare a...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

French Circa 1870 Bronze Brass Mounted Letters Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
French circa 1870 bronze brass mounted letters box. Period Second Empire. Patinated bronze with superb quality brass Egyptian & Greco-Roman motif mounts, raised on troupe feet. Mount...
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1870s French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Early 19th Century Pair of candelabras made in Berlin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Candelabras with place for three candles, made in Berlin about 1810. Gilded and patinated bronze. Decorated with a standing griffin with a women's face, gilded decorations and lion f...
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Early 1800s Swedish Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Original Empire Sculpture, Wood, Polychrome, Gold, Austria, 1800s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
In pristine original condition, the item has been professionally cleaned, and its polish has been revived by our refurbishing team in Czechia. Polychrome and gilded wood carving T...
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Early 1800s Austrian Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Gold

Empire Mantel Clock - La Bibliotheque, Ormolu, France, Paris, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Mantel Clock - La Bibliotheque - In the study room Paris fire-gilt bronze, enamel Empire around 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 38 x 28 x 19 cm Description: Scenery mounted on an oval...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Cornucopia Vases on Marble Bases, Pair
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This pair of neoclassical rython form garnitures are well detailed and finely cut.
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Huge KPM Berlin Vase Rare, Empire
Located in Berlin, DE
Vase with satyr heads. Urn shape with cloth draped on octagonal plinth. Colorful painted flower garlands, bouquets, streublums and butterflies. The satyr heads painted in color. P...
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19th Century German Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Brass Putti Cherub Angel Wall Mounted Sconces Candle Holders - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Brass Putti Cherub Angel Wall Mounted Sconces Candle Holders - Set of 2 These matching cherub wall sconces can hold small taper candles. The cherubs are mounted upon a recta...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of Exquisite Petite Empire Candlesticks
Located in Toronto, CA
An exquisite pair of early nineteenth century small candlesticks from France, made of gilt bronze on small, square alabaster bases. These candlesticks feature neoclassical columns sw...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Alabaster, Bronze

Grand Santon Napolitain en terre cuite, aux yeux de verre - Pêcheur - 18ème
Located in TOULON, FR
Grand Santon Napolitain en terre cuite, aux yeux de verre églomisé Pêcheur Italie 18ème siècle signé Chanato, Porto (quartier de naples) sous le socle 32 cm 1,3 kg
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Late 18th Century Italian Empire Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

French Empire Style Mantel Clock, circa 1820
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive and stylish early 19th Century gilded ormolu and green marble mantle clock, having two classical maidens either side feeding Rams, an Eagle above the circular white...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

Pietre Dure And Doré Bronze Box By Tahan
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan, the esteemed cabinetmaker to Napoléon III, this jewelry box is a remarkable example of 19th-century European artistry. The box, shaped in doré...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Stone, Bronze

Early 19th Century Mantel Clock, Firegilt Bronze, Paris circa 1810
Located in Greven, DE
Very rare "Au Bon Sauvage" mantel clock France Fire-gilt and patinated bronze Empire around 1810 Dimensions: H x W x D: 34 x 41 x 13 cm Description: Extremely rare French bronze m...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Slate Candelabras, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This regal pair of bronze and slate candelabras originated in 19th-century France and are beautifully detailed with molded and gilt embellishments. Crafted in the style of Empire fur...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Decorative Objects

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Slate, Bronze

Egg Navy Blue enamel with tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Navy Blue enamel is in 925/1000 sterling silver. Egg Navy Blue enamel has fired enamels on guilloché has fired enamels on guilloché and design engraved by hand. Egg Navy Blue en...
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1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of French antique etched and faceted cut crystal lidded boxes with ormolu mounts, c. early 20th century. Gorgeous gilt bronze mounted boxes with intricately etched crystal of f...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Egg Russian Empire style enamel with tall tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Russian Empire is in 925/1000 sterling silver. Egg Russian Empire has fired enamels on guilloché and design engraved by hand. Egg Russian Empire is on...
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1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Objects

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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