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EMPIRE STYLE

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
Pair of Antique French Empire Style Gilt Brass Candlesticks, ca. 1890
Pair of Antique French Empire Style Gilt Brass Candlesticks, ca. 1890

Pair of Antique French Empire Style Gilt Brass Candlesticks, ca. 1890

Located in Barntrup, DE

Pair of antique French Empire-style gilt brass candlesticks from ca. 1890. A beautiful and compact-sized pair of French Empire-style gilt brass candlesticks with removable bobeches (...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass

18th Century Snuff Box With Secret Erotic Motive
18th Century Snuff Box With Secret Erotic Motive

18th Century Snuff Box With Secret Erotic Motive

Located in Copenhagen, K

Very funny little snuff box with a text about Etimologie; the true learning or real learning, on the lids outside and a hidden erotic motive on the inside of the lid.

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Late 18th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paper

Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s
Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s

Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s A refined pair of Empire candlesticks crafted in silvered bronze, dating from France, circa 1820s. These elegant pieces d...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Pressed Wood Snuff Box Depicting the Battle in Paris of 30th March 1814
Pressed Wood Snuff Box Depicting the Battle in Paris of 30th March 1814

Pressed Wood Snuff Box Depicting the Battle in Paris of 30th March 1814

Located in Bilzen, BE

Combat of March 30, 1814. On the heights of Saint Chaumont where an Artillery post served by students of the École Polytechnique fought fiercely and was saved from death by General S...

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1810s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Wood

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 Decorative Objects

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Gold

19th Century French Marble & Bronze Figural Mantel Clock Signed By Japy Freres
19th Century French Marble & Bronze Figural Mantel Clock Signed By Japy Freres

19th Century French Marble & Bronze Figural Mantel Clock Signed By Japy Freres

By Japy Frères

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Transport yourself to the grandeur of the 19th century with this exquisite French Marble and Bronze Figural Mantel Clock. A true masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship, this clock...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Empire Marble Rocker Blotter With Brass Handle
Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Empire Marble Rocker Blotter With Brass Handle

Tiffany & Co. Style Antique Empire Marble Rocker Blotter With Brass Handle

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Empire or Neoclassical marble rocker ink blotter with brass laurel wreath handle In the manner of Tiffany & Co. USA, Late 19th Century Measures: 5.13"W x 3"...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Girandoles, Candle sticks, Candelabras, bronze, ~ 1810 Empire, France
Pair of Girandoles, Candle sticks, Candelabras, bronze, ~ 1810 Empire, France

Pair of Girandoles, Candle sticks, Candelabras, bronze, ~ 1810 Empire, France

Located in Wien, AT

Stunning pair of so called Girandoles, made in France around 1810, in the famous Empire period. The stepped pedestals are beautifully designed with masks and garland décor. On each...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Metal, Bronze

Royal Bouquet 18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with Gemstones
Royal Bouquet 18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with Gemstones

Royal Bouquet 18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Centerpiece & Goblet Set with 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 Decorative Objects

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Agate, Gold

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Small Square Brass Box With Angel Insignia, America Early 20th Century
Small Square Brass Box With Angel Insignia, America Early 20th Century

Small Square Brass Box With Angel Insignia, America Early 20th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small Square Brass Box With Angel Insignia, America Early 20th Century. This Empire style box makes a wonderful addition to a collection of these classic brass boxes. This box is ve...

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Early 20th Century American Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Bronze Dore Compote with Ebonized Figures
19th Century French Bronze Dore Compote with Ebonized Figures

19th Century French Bronze Dore Compote with Ebonized Figures

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire-style (19th Century) bronze dore compote with 3 Egyptian ebonized figures and crystal bowl.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

French Sèvres Style Bronze-Mounted Cobalt Blue Hand Painted Porcelain Table Lamp
French Sèvres Style Bronze-Mounted Cobalt Blue Hand Painted Porcelain Table Lamp

French Sèvres Style Bronze-Mounted Cobalt Blue Hand Painted Porcelain Table Lamp

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A large French Sèvres style gilt bronze ormolu-mounted cobalt blue hand painted porcelain urn table lamp, first half of the 20th century. Bronze figurine handles, front side with han...

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Mid-20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Carved and Gilded Frames Rome 18th Century
Pair of Italian Carved and Gilded Frames Rome 18th Century

Pair of Italian Carved and Gilded Frames Rome 18th Century

Located in Milano, MI

Pair Roman Gilded Frames 1700, rare pair of antique carved and gilded wooden frames, Rome 18th century. Rectangular in shape, with three orders of carving, this pendant of ancient Ro...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes two-tone Enamel Salimbeni
Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes two-tone Enamel Salimbeni

Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes two-tone Enamel Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Cylindrical handbag perfume holder in 925/1000 sterling silver gold-plated with screw cap and stripes with translucent two-tone fired enamels on guilloché and hand-engraved motifs in...

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1970s Italian Vintage Empire Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Elegant Pair of French Empire Candelabra in Gilt and Patinated Bronze, 1820s
Elegant Pair of French Empire Candelabra in Gilt and Patinated Bronze, 1820s

Elegant Pair of French Empire Candelabra in Gilt and Patinated Bronze, 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant Pair of French Empire Candelabra in Gilt and Patinated Bronze, 1820s An exquisite pair of early 19th-century French Empire candelabra, masterfully crafted in finely chased g...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

1810s Empire Handmade Marked Porcelain Centerpiece
1810s Empire Handmade Marked Porcelain Centerpiece

1810s Empire Handmade Marked Porcelain Centerpiece

By G. Popov

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful and extremely rare Empire period porcelain decorated with hand-painted designs. It has the original label on the base. "Silvio Ferrara ANTIQUARIO GIOIELLIERE Via Condotti" ...

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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of French Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze & Brass Candlesticks
Pair of French Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze & Brass Candlesticks

Pair of French Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze & Brass Candlesticks

Located in Barntrup, DE

Pair of French Empire Style Gilt, Patinated, and Burnished Bronze & Brass Candlesticks, circa 1920 Elegant pair of French Empire style candlesticks, crafted from a harmonious co...

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1920s French Vintage Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Brass

Pair of Empire Ormolu Cassolettes
Pair of Empire Ormolu Cassolettes

Pair of Empire Ormolu Cassolettes

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Empire gilt bronze cassolettes with pierced covers and engine-turned columns. France, circa 1810.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Miniature Vanity in Mahogany – Paris, Mid-19th Century
Elegant Miniature Vanity in Mahogany – Paris, Mid-19th Century

Elegant Miniature Vanity in Mahogany – Paris, Mid-19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant Miniature Vanity in Mahogany – Paris, Mid-19th Century An exquisite late Empire miniature piece, crafted in central Paris around 1850. Made of fine mahogany (Swietenia maho...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Glass, Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

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 Chaudet, F.B. Launay

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 Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Urn, Amphora Table Lamp
Large Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Urn, Amphora Table Lamp

Large Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Urn, Amphora Table Lamp

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Large, heavy Empire style gilt and patinated bronze Amphora table lamp decorated with fine ornaments and garlands on a square base supported by four feet covered with leaves. Five-li...

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Mid-20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Corinthian Column Faux Marble Ormolu Candlesticks
Pair of Corinthian Column Faux Marble Ormolu Candlesticks

Pair of Corinthian Column Faux Marble Ormolu Candlesticks

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive pair of Corinthian column candlesticks featuring a beautiful and decorative capital with faux marble stems as well as a detailed square base. Fantastic pair featured on a ...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Monumental 19th Century French Empire Sèvres Style Porcelain Urns, a Pair
Monumental 19th Century French Empire Sèvres Style Porcelain Urns, a Pair

Monumental 19th Century French Empire Sèvres Style Porcelain Urns, a Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of French antique gilt bronze mounted pink Sèvres porcelain style vasiform urns. Born in France in the 19th century, hand-crafted in rich grandiose Empire taste, palatial awe-inspiring large scale, featuring ornate finely chiseled and sculpted dore' bronze hinged handle mounts, partial gilt pink ground baluster form amphora - pithos form body surmounted by patinated brass final topped cover affixed to the flaired narrowing neck rising from voluptuous bulbous tapering body, embellished with elaborate gilded gold enameled scroll flourish filigree decoration framing central oval medallion showcasing hand painted polychrome classical landscape and pastoral figural scenes, over doré bronze mount fillet adorned porcelain foot ending in substantial sturdy octagonal cast gilt metal plinth base. A superb example, high quality craftsmanship, construction, and materials, exceptionally executed design, this pair makes for a wonderful decorative object and most impressive statement piece! Exceedingly rare, boldly beautiful and absolutely stunning, this majestic pair is sure to become the focal point in any room. Placed in beside a fireplace, flanking an door, entry or hall, atop a massive sideboard...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze

French Empire Pendulum In Gilt Bronze Early 1800s With Putti and Bookcase
French Empire Pendulum In Gilt Bronze Early 1800s With Putti and Bookcase

French Empire Pendulum In Gilt Bronze Early 1800s With Putti and Bookcase

Located in Milano, MI

French Empire gilt bronze pendulum dating from the early 1800s, charming table clock with allegory of the Arts, arched case, flanked by two putti, one seated with a book and the oth...

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Early 19th Century Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair French Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Trumpet Vases, Late 19th Century
Pair French Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Trumpet Vases, Late 19th Century

Pair French Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Trumpet Vases, Late 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

This pair of French trumpet-form vases dates from the late 19th century and blends two luxurious materials: engraved clear glass and richly decorated gilt bronze mounts with champlev...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Metal

French Empire Ormolu Mounted Inkwell w/ Porcelain Plaque of Alexander Mosaic
French Empire Ormolu Mounted Inkwell w/ Porcelain Plaque of Alexander Mosaic

French Empire Ormolu Mounted Inkwell w/ Porcelain Plaque of Alexander Mosaic

Located in New York, NY

Early 19th C. French Empire Ormolu Mounted Inkwell with Porcelain Plaque of the Alexander Mosaic. This French ormolu mounted inkwell is of rectangular form and is centered by a porc...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Gold, Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Russian Empire Brass Candlesticks with Drip Basins, circa 1790–1835
Pair of Russian Empire Brass Candlesticks with Drip Basins, circa 1790–1835

Pair of Russian Empire Brass Candlesticks with Drip Basins, circa 1790–1835

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Russian Empire Brass Candlesticks with Drip Basins, circa 1790–1835 A substantial and finely proportioned pair of Russian Empire–period brass candlesticks, dating to the lat...

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Late 18th Century Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass

Mantel Clock, France, Douai, by Cochet, End of 19th Century
Mantel Clock, France, Douai, by Cochet, End of 19th Century

Mantel Clock, France, Douai, by Cochet, End of 19th Century

Located in Rīga, LV

Mantel clock, Cochet, France, Douai, end of 19th century Additional Information: Materials: Bronze, wood, gilding Vintage from the 19th century Artist/Maker: Cochet Style: Emp...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Isaac Pearson Reading PA Walnut Tall Clock with Rare Jacob Kunsman Case, C 1845
Isaac Pearson Reading PA Walnut Tall Clock with Rare Jacob Kunsman Case, C 1845

Isaac Pearson Reading PA Walnut Tall Clock with Rare Jacob Kunsman Case, C 1845

Located in Milford, NH

A splendid Empire walnut veneered tall clock with swan’s neck split pediment crest with bullseye rosettes and three wooden ball & spire finials surmounting an arched front glass ...

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1840s American Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Metal

Pair Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Pair Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Pair Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique (19th century) gilt bronze six-light candelabra in the French Empire style, each 20 1/2 inches tall and 12 inches across.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th century silver plate centerpiece
19th century silver plate centerpiece

19th century silver plate centerpiece

By Testolini & Salviati

Located in Vigonza, Padua

19th century table centerpiece or double bowl in finely chiseled silver plated

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Coppia di Vasi Impero Italiani Intagliati Dorati e Laccati in Color Avorio 1800
Coppia di Vasi Impero Italiani Intagliati Dorati e Laccati in Color Avorio 1800

Coppia di Vasi Impero Italiani Intagliati Dorati e Laccati in Color Avorio 1800

Located in Milano, MI

Coppia di Vasi Impero, due vasi con manici stilizzati, vasi portapalme in legno intagliato a motivi fitomorfi di gusto Impero e decorati con una finitura in lacca avorio e oro fino. ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Wood

19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Reticulated Cherub Compote
19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Reticulated Cherub Compote

19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Reticulated Cherub Compote

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Old Paris Porcelain: a reticulated gilt glazed compote featuring a kneeling cherub .

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Bronze Figural Candelabras, circa 1880–1900
Pair of 19th Century French Empire Bronze Figural Candelabras, circa 1880–1900

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Bronze Figural Candelabras, circa 1880–1900

Located in Perkasie, PA

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Bronze Figural Candelabras, circa 1880–1900 Description A handsome pair of late 19th century French Empire style figural candelabras, dating to a...

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1880s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

19th century pair of French Empire ormolu candlesticks
19th century pair of French Empire ormolu candlesticks

19th century pair of French Empire ormolu candlesticks

Located in Eindhoven, NL

A magnificent pair of Empire ormolu candlesticks in the maner of Jean Demosthene Dugourc. Each with fluted, tapered shaft and delicate ornamentation, surmounted by three female heads...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze Footed Bowl
Large French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze Footed Bowl

Large French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze Footed Bowl

Located in Essex, MA

French Empire bowl with snake handles and beaded edge, reeded shallow bowl, square base with censor and wreath mounts, plinth base.

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Early 19th Century European Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Other

Elegant Pair of Empire Candlesticks in Gilt Bronze, France c. 1820s
Elegant Pair of Empire Candlesticks in Gilt Bronze, France c. 1820s

Elegant Pair of Empire Candlesticks in Gilt Bronze, France c. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant Pair of Empire Candlesticks in Gilt Bronze, France c. 1820s A refined pair of French candlesticks from the 1820s, crafted in gilt bronze and richly decorated in the classic ...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Antique Pewter Cup Vase, Denmark circa 1810
Large Antique Pewter Cup Vase, Denmark circa 1810

Large Antique Pewter Cup Vase, Denmark circa 1810

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Europe, a charming charming round shaped cup. We see this elegant pewter vessel filled with writing utensils, art supplies or petite floral bouquets.

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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Antique French Empire Urn, Bronze Finish with Marble Base, 1860-1869
Antique French Empire Urn, Bronze Finish with Marble Base, 1860-1869

Antique French Empire Urn, Bronze Finish with Marble Base, 1860-1869

Located in High Point, NC

This 1860-1869 Empire urn from France is finished in warm bronze with a white marble base. Its design carries the Empire idiom through in its proportions and detailing. As an urn, it...

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1860s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Cool and unusual composition between gilded and dark patin...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Candlesticks Empire Pattern by WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated
Antique Candlesticks Empire Pattern by WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated

Antique Candlesticks Empire Pattern by WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Beautiful pair of antique candlesticks by WMF are stunning examples of silverplated pewter craftsmanship, made during the Art Nouveau period around 1900. They are part of the "Empire...

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1890s German Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate, Pewter

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Empire Bronze Wall Candle Sconce, Italy, Late 19th Century
Antique Empire Bronze Wall Candle Sconce, Italy, Late 19th Century

Antique Empire Bronze Wall Candle Sconce, Italy, Late 19th Century

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Antique bronze wall candle sconce made in Italy, late 19th century. They are made of bronze, heavy, with a beautiful patina. These wall sconces can be left in their original form, or...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Small Painted Tole Trinket Tray Dish Floral Pattern, 1830's
Small Painted Tole Trinket Tray Dish Floral Pattern, 1830's

Small Painted Tole Trinket Tray Dish Floral Pattern, 1830's

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming black toleware metal tray with scalloped corners, featuring hand-painted flowers. We see this early 19th Century versatile piece on a cocktail table or used for trinkets in ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Metal

Empire Sewing Box in the Form of a Nightstand, circa 1800.
Empire Sewing Box in the Form of a Nightstand, circa 1800.

Empire Sewing Box in the Form of a Nightstand, circa 1800.

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

An exceptional and rare Vienna Empire period Sewing box, ingeniously designed in the form of a miniature architectural nightstand and dating to the beginning of the 19th century. Crafted from solid mahogany and raised on a contrasting ebonized square plinth base, the cylindrical body is accented with finely chased ormolu vertical mounts featuring delicate neoclassical ornament. A diamond-shaped escutcheon reinforces the illusion of a functional cabinet, landing architectural character to the design. The piece is crowned with a white marble top set within a turned collar. The top unscrews by an integrated wooden threads to reveal a fitted interior with its original sewing implements executed in bone, ivory and glass with ormolu trim. The precision of the fittings and the clever mechanical construction reflect the refined craftsmanship of Period Viennese workshops. This example beautifully embodies the Viennese interpretation of Empire design with its architectural elegance, merging sculptural presence with function. A rare and sophisticated early 19th century Viennese sewing necessaire...

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Early 1800s Austrian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

A large pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
A large pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

A large pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

A large and beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze with dark patinated Lion paws. 1810s
Pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze with dark patinated Lion paws. 1810s

Pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze with dark patinated Lion paws. 1810s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt bronze with dark patinated Lion paws. Made in France during the 1810s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1810s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s
Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

A small and beautiful pair of Empire Candlesticks in gilt and dark patinated bronze. Made in France during the 1820s. Very period design. Wear consistent with age and use

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair Italian Heavy Brass Empire Style Candle Sconces
Pair Italian Heavy Brass Empire Style Candle Sconces

Pair Italian Heavy Brass Empire Style Candle Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of heavy, un-wired single arm sconces from Florence, Italy. Features a sunburst back plate with concave bowl and eagle-head motif. Masterful casting with wonderful detail. Candle cup measures...

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1940s Italian Vintage Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass

Empire decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire decorative objects 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 decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Gherardo Degli Albizzi, Franco Salimbeni, and Alexandre Vossion. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $170 and tops out at $148,649 while the average work can sell for $4,772.