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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.

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Style: Empire
Sterling Silver Imperial Vase with Lapis Lazuli, 24K Gold Vermeil and Enamel
Sterling Silver Imperial Vase with Lapis Lazuli, 24K Gold Vermeil and Enamel

Sterling Silver Imperial Vase with Lapis Lazuli, 24K Gold Vermeil and Enamel

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

Part of the magnificent "Swan Sky" garniture, this monumental Imperial-style vase is an exceptional work of decorative art, meticulously handcrafted in mirror-polished 925 sterling s...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Napoleon I vs Alexander I Monumental Sterling Silver & Natural diamonds Chess
Napoleon I vs Alexander I Monumental Sterling Silver & Natural diamonds Chess

Napoleon I vs Alexander I Monumental Sterling Silver & Natural diamonds Chess

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

“Napoleon I vs. Alexander I” is a monumental sculptural chess set conceived as a collectible work of art, created within the Konforti family atelier in the spirit and artistic tradit...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Style Brass Orb Witches Ball, Embossed Pedestal Desktop Sculpture
Art Nouveau Style Brass Orb Witches Ball, Embossed Pedestal Desktop Sculpture

Art Nouveau Style Brass Orb Witches Ball, Embossed Pedestal Desktop Sculpture

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Elegant Art Nouveau brass orb or witches ball featuring a smooth domed lid, decorative cast floral and ribbon motifs, and a sculptural tripod base with organic flowing lines. The ref...

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1950s American Vintage Empire Sculptures

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Brass

1876 The Family of Serbs Russian Imperial Porcelain Manufacture August Spiess
1876 The Family of Serbs Russian Imperial Porcelain Manufacture August Spiess

1876 The Family of Serbs Russian Imperial Porcelain Manufacture August Spiess

Located in Malmö, SE

Beautiful, extremely rare and valuable unglazed Bisque Porcelain group depicting a family of Serbs. An armed man is saying goodbye to his wife and little son before leaving for war against Turks. Manufacture : Russian Imperial Porcelain...

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1870s Russian Antique Empire Sculptures

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Porcelain

French Antique Stately Bronze Napoleon on Prancing Horse Sculpture, Marble Base
French Antique Stately Bronze Napoleon on Prancing Horse Sculpture, Marble Base

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 Antique Empire Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Imperial Sterling Silver 16 Piece Table Garniture with Lapis Lazuli and Enamel
Imperial Sterling Silver 16 Piece Table Garniture with Lapis Lazuli and Enamel

Imperial Sterling Silver 16 Piece Table Garniture with Lapis Lazuli and Enamel

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

“Swan Sky” is an extraordinary monumental table garniture, entirely handcrafted in mirror-polished 925 sterling silver, with elements of 960 silver beneath the hot enamel, rich 24K g...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock
Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Located in New York, NY

The large and elegant antique French Empire style bronze and marble figural clock features a rectangular stepped base of dark green marble, raised on four gilt bronze feet cast with ...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix Bronze Sculpture After Antonio Canova
Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix Bronze Sculpture After Antonio Canova

Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix Bronze Sculpture After Antonio Canova

By Antonio Canova

Located in New York, NY

Finely modeled and cast antique (19th century) patinated bronze sculpture depicting Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix after the original model by the Italian master, Antonio Canova....

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Meissen Group of Calvary General Mikhail Kutuzov with Aide de Camp
19th Century Meissen Group of Calvary General Mikhail Kutuzov with Aide de Camp

19th Century Meissen Group of Calvary General Mikhail Kutuzov with Aide de Camp

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Very Large 19th century Meissen porcelain Group of Russian Calvary General, believed to be Mikhail Kutuzov, the hero of Borodino, with aide de camp, marked with the Meissen underglaze blue crossed swords, and incised and impressed with numbers. While Russia endured great hardships during Napoleon's invasion, it was the skill of her general's and a terrible Russian winter...

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1880s German Antique Empire Sculptures

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Porcelain

French Empire Bronze Dore Eagle Sculpture, Late 19th Century, France
French Empire Bronze Dore Eagle Sculpture, Late 19th Century, France

French Empire Bronze Dore Eagle Sculpture, Late 19th Century, France

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style bronze dore figure of perched eagle with spread wings (19/20th Cent.)

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze Officer Sculpture, Napoleonic Era, 19th Century
Antique French Bronze Officer Sculpture, Napoleonic Era, 19th Century

Antique French Bronze Officer Sculpture, Napoleonic Era, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A debonair French Napoleonic era patinated bronze high ranking officer in full regalia leans against a gnarled tree trunk while twisting his handsome mustache in this delightful and ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

French Empire Bronze Doré and Patinated Clock Depicting Atlas-Early 19th Century
French Empire Bronze Doré and Patinated Clock Depicting Atlas-Early 19th Century

French Empire Bronze Doré and Patinated Clock Depicting Atlas-Early 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Period French Empire Bronze Doré and Patinated Clock Depicting Atlas with original gilt edged and velvet lined case. Atlas son of Titan, from Greek mythology is holding the clock on ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze, Steel

French Empire bronze Napoleon bust - early 19th century
French Empire bronze Napoleon bust - early 19th century

French Empire bronze Napoleon bust - early 19th century

By Chaudet

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Nineteenth century French Empire patinated bronze bust depicting Napoleon featured as Hermes. The base is labeled "Napoleon". After the 1804 model by Antoine-Denise Chaudet, Empire p...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with Natural Gemstones
18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with Natural Gemstones

18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with Natural Gemstones

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

The Golden Set “Royal Bouquet” is a monumental sculptural garniture combining 18K yellow gold, natural hand-carved gemstones, precious stones, and transparent hot enamel. Inspired by...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Gold

Pair of French 19th Century Gilt & Patinated Bronze Sphinxes on Porphyry & Bron
Pair of French 19th Century Gilt & Patinated Bronze Sphinxes on Porphyry & Bron

Pair of French 19th Century Gilt & Patinated Bronze Sphinxes on Porphyry & Bron

Located in Hudson, NY

Made in France circa 1840s this finely cast pair of sphinxes are represented in the recumbent position most associated with the form. Showing on both figures are two hieroglyphic car...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Porphyry, Bronze

Empire Style Malachite on a Bronze Doré Gilded Stand Desk Decorative Object LA
Empire Style Malachite on a Bronze Doré Gilded Stand Desk Decorative Object LA

Empire Style Malachite on a Bronze Doré Gilded Stand Desk Decorative Object LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Empire Style Malachite on a Bronze Doré Gilded Stand Desk Decorative Object LA. A Beautiful Empire style malachite orb on a bronze Doré stand retour d'Egypte of 3 figures of standing...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Malachite, Multi-gemstone, Bronze

French Empire Bronze Napoleon Bust
French Empire Bronze Napoleon Bust

French Empire Bronze Napoleon Bust

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style small bronze bust of Napoleon on bronze square shaped pedestal base (signed DUBRAND) (19th Cent.)

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Patinated Bronze Bust of Napoleon
Vintage Patinated Bronze Bust of Napoleon

Vintage Patinated Bronze Bust of Napoleon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This pensive bronze-finished bust of Napoleon Bonaparte is a quintessential example of Neoclassical revival style, reflecting the enduring legacy of the French Empire. Depicting the ...

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Mid-20th Century French Empire Sculptures

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Marble

A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers
A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers

A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Set of Gilt Iron Door Knockers. It depicts a pair of large and heavy lion heads with a ring in their mouths. The rings are decorated with some acanthus leaves in the bottom...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Iron

true pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Eagles
true pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Eagles

true pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Eagles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An attractive and stately true pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Black Belgian marble statues of eagles. This wonderful pair are raised by a square patinated B...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze, Ormolu

Rare Pair of Early 19th Century Empire Bronze Vases, French or German
Rare Pair of Early 19th Century Empire Bronze Vases, French or German

Rare Pair of Early 19th Century Empire Bronze Vases, French or German

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

A rare and decorative pair of early 19th century Empire gilt and patinated bronze vases of campana form on a stepped square marble base. The everted egg-and-dart rim above a finely chased frieze depicting putti playing music. This or a similar pair of vases belonged to the collection of the Queen Louise of Prussia...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Ivory Sculpture Depicting Saint Thomas Aquinas, 17th century
Ivory Sculpture Depicting Saint Thomas Aquinas, 17th century

Ivory Sculpture Depicting Saint Thomas Aquinas, 17th century

Located in Roma, IT

Ivory sculpture depicting Saint Thomas Aquinas sculpted in the round, the saint is depicted standing, wearing a Dominican habit and a metal halo attached to the back of his head. He...

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17th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze, Enamel

Louis Marie Moris  French bronze Napoleon on horseback . (1818-1883)
Louis Marie Moris  French bronze Napoleon on horseback . (1818-1883)

Louis Marie Moris French bronze Napoleon on horseback . (1818-1883)

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine and large French bronze of Napoleon on horseback . Crossing the Alps on Marengo. Fine detail on a marble base . Large and impressive scale

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Crystal Vase, Empire, France 19th Century with Video
Napoleon III Crystal Vase, Empire, France 19th Century with Video

Napoleon III Crystal Vase, Empire, France 19th Century with Video

By Empire Furniture

Located in Madrid, ES

Napoleon III Crystal Vase - Empire - France 19th century with gilt bronze and diamond padding on the bases. Classic proportions and design. H-35cm. Width: 20cm, Height: 35cm, Depth: ...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Crystal, Bronze

The Watchful Eagle: Iron Cast Eagle Head Sculpture
The Watchful Eagle: Iron Cast Eagle Head Sculpture

The Watchful Eagle: Iron Cast Eagle Head Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Cast Iron Eagle Head Sculpture This striking cast iron eagle head is a powerful sculptural object, modeled with bold naturalism and resting on an...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Sculptures

Materials

Iron

pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues
pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues

pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and high quality pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues. Each wonderfully decorative statue of a dancing maiden is raised on a square p...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

This truly stunning French mantel clock was crafted during the Empire period, and reflects the Neoclassical interests of the Emperor Napoleon I, whose influence over the decorative arts contributed toward a profound revival of beauties of the ancient empires. The mantel clock is crafted entirely in gilt bronze, and features a stepped base on four block feet. The base depicts a Classical relief panel to the front, showing female dancing figures and putti, as well as musical instruments. Surmounting the base is an arch featuring a central mask fountain and basin...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Att. Thomire A Paris
French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Att. Thomire A Paris

French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Att. Thomire A Paris

By Pierre-Philippe Thomire

Located in New York, NY

An Exceptional Antique French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire a Paris. Exceptionally cast, hand-chiseled and further burnished and matted with two-tone gold, this dore bronze grouping of two neoclassical lovers is of the upmost quality and craftsmanship. As Pierre-Philippe Thomire is regarded as one of the greatest bronzier's of the late 18th century and early 19th century, this dore bronze piece could only be made by someone with his artistic talents. The lovers are seen with the man seated on a cushioned bench with tasseled...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Grand French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock in the Empire Style
Grand French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock in the Empire Style

Grand French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock in the Empire Style

Located in London, GB

Constructed in bronze, patinated and gilt; the rectangular form case supported on engraved oblate spherical feet, the frieze dressed with a row of female masks capping pillars, linke...

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19th Century English Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Two Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Two Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Two Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Located in London, GB

These magnificent candelabra were cast entirely of gilt bronze in the French Empire period of the early 19th century. Each candelabrum is formed as a cornucopia of scrolled branches holding four lights with drip pans, set on a single torch-form stem, held aloft by a Classical style figure. The figures, one male and one female, are shown draped in swathed clothing, with the male figure depicted holding a quill in his other hand, whilst the female figure clutches a delicate bouquet of flowers. The figures stand upon circular bases, set onto ovoid vases which featured fluted details and central bands of laurel leaf motifs. The vases themselves stand on undulating roundels formed of acanthus leaves, which are further set atop square-form plinths. Classically influenced works were popular during the French Empire period, when the Emperor Napoleon I sought to create a place in history for France alongside the ancient dynasties...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

Sterling Silver Imperial Candelabrum with 24K Gold Vermeil and Lapis Lazuli
Sterling Silver Imperial Candelabrum with 24K Gold Vermeil and Lapis Lazuli

Sterling Silver Imperial Candelabrum with 24K Gold Vermeil and Lapis Lazuli

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This extraordinary Imperial-style five-arm candelabrum, part of the Swan Sky collection, is meticulously handcrafted in mirror-polished 925 sterling silver, with elements of 960 silv...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

19th Century, French Empire Gilt Bronze Centrepiece
19th Century, French Empire Gilt Bronze Centrepiece

19th Century, French Empire Gilt Bronze Centrepiece

Located in IT

19th Century, French Empire Gilt Bronze Centrepiece This refined centerpiece stand was crafted in France in the early 19th century, during the Empire period, from finely chiselled an...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Restauration Period Ormolu Lyre Mantel Clock with Apollo Mask
French Restauration Period Ormolu Lyre Mantel Clock with Apollo Mask

French Restauration Period Ormolu Lyre Mantel Clock with Apollo Mask

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

An unusual French Restauration period ormolu mantel clock. The elaborately pierced gilt bronze case in the form of a lyre, with an Apollo mask cresting, on a white marble stepped bas...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Sterling Silver Imperial Serving Tray with Lapis Lazuli and 24K Gold Vermeil
Sterling Silver Imperial Serving Tray with Lapis Lazuli and 24K Gold Vermeil

Sterling Silver Imperial Serving Tray with Lapis Lazuli and 24K Gold Vermeil

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

Part of the magnificent Swan Sky table garniture, this Imperial-style serving tray is an exceptional work of decorative art, meticulously handcrafted in mirror-polished 925 sterling ...

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2010s Israeli Empire Sculptures

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Pair of Bronze Bookends Sculptures with Horn and Ram 20th Century
Pair of Bronze Bookends Sculptures with Horn and Ram 20th Century

Pair of Bronze Bookends Sculptures with Horn and Ram 20th Century

Located in Milano, MI

Pair of decorated bronze bookend sculptures in the shape of a horn and ram, made in the 20th century Ø cm 20.5 Ø cm 11 h cm 20.5 Aries is rich in symbolism, intertwining astrologic...

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1950s Italian Vintage Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Appliqués, Hand-Carved Empire Style
19th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Appliqués, Hand-Carved Empire Style

19th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Appliqués, Hand-Carved Empire Style

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A stunning pair of Italian 19th century giltwood wall appliqués–decorative elements to enhance the architectural program–likely obtained from a church or cathedral as they are flat a...

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Sculptures

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Gold

19th France bronze circa 1850 "Two hares"
19th France bronze circa 1850 "Two hares"

19th France bronze circa 1850 "Two hares"

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible france bronze circa 1850 representing "Two hares" perfect patina.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Caesar Bust
Caesar Bust

Caesar Bust

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A finely carved wood bust of Julius Caesar taken from an original marble bust, carved in aged pine and gesso decorated. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 week lead tim...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Empire Sculptures

Materials

Pine

18th Century Bronze Mortar with Pestle Apothecary Set
18th Century Bronze Mortar with Pestle Apothecary Set

18th Century Bronze Mortar with Pestle Apothecary Set

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

An antique bronze mortar with original pestle which has two side handles and incised detail. This set, found in Europe, would be a great addition to an existing collection of these p...

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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Empire Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

Pair of Italian 19th Century Empire Period Giltwood Decorative Swan Sculptures
Pair of Italian 19th Century Empire Period Giltwood Decorative Swan Sculptures

Pair of Italian 19th Century Empire Period Giltwood Decorative Swan Sculptures

Located in Firenze, IT

This magnificent pair of hand carved wood and gilt with gold leaves swans sculptures represents an extraordinary example of Italian Empire period sculptural decorative art. Masterful...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

A 19th C French Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Figure of a Medici Lion, on Verde Base
A 19th C French Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Figure of a Medici Lion, on Verde Base

A 19th C French Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Figure of a Medici Lion, on Verde Base

Located in New York, NY

A 19th Century French Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Mounted Figure of a Lion, after the Medici Lion, on a Verde Antico Marble Base The bronze figure depicts a striding lion, modeled a...

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1860s French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Verde Antico Marble, Bronze

A small well cast late 19 Century Bronzed Metal Statue of Napoleon on horseback
A small well cast late 19 Century Bronzed Metal Statue of Napoleon on horseback

A small well cast late 19 Century Bronzed Metal Statue of Napoleon on horseback

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A well cast patinated bronzed metal statue of Napoleon Bonaparte in full military garb on his horse Marengo. The statue is ona faux speckled green marble metal base. The statue...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Metal

19th Century French Bronze Sphinx Sculpture on Black Marble Base
19th Century French Bronze Sphinx Sculpture on Black Marble Base

19th Century French Bronze Sphinx Sculpture on Black Marble Base

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style (19th Cent) bronze reclining winged sphinx figure mounted on a tripartite black marble base

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Empire Eagle Sculpture, Carved Oak and Marble Base
French 19th Century Empire Eagle Sculpture, Carved Oak and Marble Base

French 19th Century Empire Eagle Sculpture, Carved Oak and Marble Base

Located in Queens, NY

French (19th Cent Napoleonic Era) folk art carved oak life size figure of an eagle with out stretched wings perched on a round globe with a marble base.     

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Marble

French Empire Bronze Bust of Napoleon by F.B. Launay, 19th Century
French Empire Bronze Bust of Napoleon by F.B. Launay, 19th Century

French Empire Bronze Bust of Napoleon by F.B. Launay, 19th Century

By F.B. Launay, Chaudet

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire patinated bronze herm base bust of Napoleon signed F.B.LAUNAY and after the model of 1804 by Antoine-Denise Chaudet (19th Century)

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze Military Officer Bust
French Bronze Military Officer Bust

French Bronze Military Officer Bust

Located in Queens, NY

French bronze life size bust of a military officer in uniform raised on a square plinth (19th Cent.)

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19th Century French Antique Empire Sculptures

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Bronze

Empire sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Jean-Antoine Houdon, Atelier de moulage du Louvre, and Auguste Nicholas Cain. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $110,955 while the average work can sell for $4,617.