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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
19th Century French Empire Skeleton Clock with Vestal Virgins
19th Century French Empire Skeleton Clock with Vestal Virgins

19th Century French Empire Skeleton Clock with Vestal Virgins

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A Classic two dimensional French Empire skeleton clock, the finely chased and mercury gilded case depicts Amour holding a flaming torch and a banner, symbol of war, seated on a quiver full of arrows and set on top of the dial and movement. The dial is framed by two vestal virgins...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Pair of Gilded & Patinated Bronze Two Light Candelabra
19th Century Pair of Gilded & Patinated Bronze Two Light Candelabra

19th Century Pair of Gilded & Patinated Bronze Two Light Candelabra

Located in Hudson, NY

This lovely pair of candelabra, crafted in both gilded and patinated bronze, are 19th century French. Cast as female figures in Egyptian headdress and classical robes standing upon R...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Empire Clock
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Empire Clock

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Empire Clock

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bronx, NY

Tis stunning vintage 19th century French Empire white marble mantel (fireplace) clock was made for Tiffany & Co. The clock has a lyre shape body accented with doré' bronze sculpted embellishments of the period. The top of the clock features a radiating sun burst disc with the face of the North wind. The white enamel clock face has Arabic numerals & garlands of flowers &, also, garlands of flowers that surround the Tiffany & Co. name. There is a glittering ring of faceted paste stones attached to the pendulum &, as the pendulum moves, so does this jeweled ring, creating a dazzling effect. The clock has a key wind movement with a French bell. The clock key is present. This clock runs, but will require a cleaning/service to keep accurate time & is sold as is. This wonderful antique time piece...

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Late 19th Century North American Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Enamel

A Late 19 Century Malachite clock Topped by a Gilt  Bronze Bust of Napoleon
A Late 19 Century Malachite clock Topped by a Gilt  Bronze Bust of Napoleon

A Late 19 Century Malachite clock Topped by a Gilt Bronze Bust of Napoleon

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A simple yet elegant relatively rare malachite cased clock topped by a gilt bronze bust of a young Napoleon in uniform after the marble original work by Jean Antoine Houdon.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Bronze

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

Pair of Paris porcelain standing baskets, Empire-period
Pair of Paris porcelain standing baskets, Empire-period

Pair of Paris porcelain standing baskets, Empire-period

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Important pair of openwork baskets in white hard porcelain with gold decoration. The body, of flared circular shape, features a regular openwork design with ogive motifs, enhanced by...

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1810s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Empire Clock, "Cupid & Psyche"
Empire Clock, "Cupid & Psyche"

Empire Clock, "Cupid & Psyche"

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb gilt and patinated bronze Empire clock. Rouge griotte marble. Signed bled a Paris. Silk thread suspension. France, circa 1804 Dimensions: Height 32" x width 21" x depth 11...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Ormolu Mantel Clock, Belgium, circa 1810-1820
Ormolu Mantel Clock, Belgium, circa 1810-1820

Ormolu Mantel Clock, Belgium, circa 1810-1820

Located in Belmont, MA

Empire ormolu mantel clock, Belgium, circa 1810, Signed "J.B. Romaet a Gand". Decorated with a shepherd scene. Strikes the hour and half hour on a bell. With enamel clock face and si...

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1810s Belgian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Sterling Silver Imperial Fruit Bowl Natural Lapis Lazuli, Hot Enamel, Vermeil
Sterling Silver Imperial Fruit Bowl Natural Lapis Lazuli, Hot Enamel, Vermeil

Sterling Silver Imperial Fruit Bowl Natural Lapis Lazuli, Hot Enamel, Vermeil

By Konforti

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

Part of the magnificent "Swan Sky" table garniture, this monumental Imperial-style fruit bowl is an exceptional work of decorative art, meticulously handcrafted in mirror-polished 92...

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2010s Israeli Empire Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock
Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock

Large and Very Fine French Empire Period Ormolu and Malachite Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Large and very Fine French Empire period ormolu and malachite mantel clock French, circa 1825 Height 89cm, width 57cm, depth 23cm This very Fine, sculpturally decorated mantel clock dates to the first French Empire period, and combines excellent antique clockmaking with Fine Classically-inspired sculpture to make a beautiful decorative piece. Both the backplate and the silvered brass dial, painted with Roman numerals, are stamped 'JACQUIER, A PARIS.' It bears the serial number 146 to upper left hand margin, and features steel moon hands set within a generous gilt laurel wreath cast bezel; it is cased in malachite (a later veneer), and richly adorned with gilt-bronze. The case is surmounted with a gilt-bronze sculpture of the Roman leader Caesar who wears a toga and a laurel crown...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Ormolu

Pair Of Antique Empire Silver Candle Holders, by Jakob Krautauer, Vienna, 1803
Pair Of Antique Empire Silver Candle Holders, by Jakob Krautauer, Vienna, 1803

Pair Of Antique Empire Silver Candle Holders, by Jakob Krautauer, Vienna, 1803

By Viennese Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

Two elegant, plain silver candlesticks on a round base, foot profiled at the sides, smooth shaft raised in the centre, constriction in the lower third by a profiled band, shaft widen...

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Early 1800s Austrian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Silver

Elegant Pair of Empire Fire-Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, France, 1820s
Elegant Pair of Empire Fire-Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, France, 1820s

Elegant Pair of Empire Fire-Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, France, 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant Pair of Empire Fire-Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, France, 1820s A magnificent pair of Empire candlesticks in finely chiseled and fire-gilded bronze, France, circa 1820. These e...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century
Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century

Empire Mantel Clock in Mercury-Gilt Bronze, France, early 19th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Mercury-gilt bronze mantel clock, Empire style, France, early 19th century Magnificent mercury-gilt bronze mantel clock, made in France around 1810-1820, at the height of the Empire ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Tole Cachepot Planter Decorated with Scenes of Napoleon at Waterloo
French Tole Cachepot Planter Decorated with Scenes of Napoleon at Waterloo

French Tole Cachepot Planter Decorated with Scenes of Napoleon at Waterloo

Located in Litchfield, CT

Early 20th century French oval tole cachepot planter decorated with scenes of Napoleon and the Duke of Wellington at Waterloo. The battle depicted in black on a yellow ochre backgrou...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

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Metal

Two French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Sconces
Two French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Sconces

Two French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Sconces

Located in London, GB

These two sconces have been crafted in the Empire style, which was popularised by the French Emperor, Napoleon I. The Empire style is characterised by its grandeur and use of opulent...

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20th Century French Empire Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Empire Period Ormolu and Enamel Ceres Mantel Clock After Thomire
Empire Period Ormolu and Enamel Ceres Mantel Clock After Thomire

Empire Period Ormolu and Enamel Ceres Mantel Clock After Thomire

By Pierre-Philippe Thomire

Located in London, GB

Empire period ormolu and enamel Ceres mantel clock after Thomire. French, c.1810 Measures: height 46cm, width 38cm, depth 13cm. This superb mantel clock was made in the First Fr...

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1810s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Ormolu

A pair of Empire candlesticks, silvered bronze
A pair of Empire candlesticks, silvered bronze

A pair of Empire candlesticks, silvered bronze

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

This exquisite pair of Empire-period candlesticks, likely of English origin, showcases a striking neoclassical design. Crafted with an intricate attention to detail, each candlestick...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Early 19th Century Empire Russian Malachite and Ormolu Paperweight Spaniel Dog
Early 19th Century Empire Russian Malachite and Ormolu Paperweight Spaniel Dog

Early 19th Century Empire Russian Malachite and Ormolu Paperweight Spaniel Dog

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

A very fine Russian giltbronze mounted malachite veneered paperweight dating from the early to mid-19th century. The plinth of rectangular form surmounted by a fully sculpted giltbro...

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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Ormolu, 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 Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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 Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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 Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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 Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Important  Pair of Darte Frere  early 19th C.  French Empire  Porcelain  Vases
Important  Pair of Darte Frere  early 19th C.  French Empire  Porcelain  Vases

Important Pair of Darte Frere early 19th C. French Empire Porcelain Vases

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Paris Darte Freres Porcelain Portrait Vases with Gold-Ground Acanthus Scroll Form Handles and etched gold back C. 1810 This set consists of two Baluster form vases with hand painted with portraits of peasant women protecting children from a lightning storm...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Gold

A Pair French 1st Empire Period Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Figural Candelabra
A Pair French 1st Empire Period Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Figural Candelabra

A Pair French 1st Empire Period Ormolu & Verde Antico Marble Figural Candelabra

Located in New York, NY

A Fine and Unusual Pair of French 1st Empire Period Doré Bronze and Verde Antico Marble Figural Neoclassical Five-Arm Candelabra. Each candelabrum features a tall central shaft issui...

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1810s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate
Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate

Early English 19th Century Pewter Plate

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small round pewter plate with London and makers mark on the rear side.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Pewter

J A Houdon 1790 "Diane" bronze by Barbedienne founder.
J A Houdon 1790 "Diane" bronze by Barbedienne founder.

J A Houdon 1790 "Diane" bronze by Barbedienne founder.

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible J A Houdon model bronze 1790 representing "Diane" with bow and arrow by Barbedienne founder.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, 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 Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of French Empire Bronze Tazzas, C. 1800-25
Pair of French Empire Bronze Tazzas, C. 1800-25

Pair of French Empire Bronze Tazzas, C. 1800-25

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of French Empire bronze tazzas raised on dolphin supports, cast in the early 19th century. Each shallow dish has a knurled rim and rests on three dolphins standing on a tripod...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of  French Empire Period  Four Light Bronze Candelabra
Pair of  French Empire Period  Four Light Bronze Candelabra

Pair of French Empire Period Four Light Bronze Candelabra

Located in Montreal, QC

This Hommage a Egypte pair were made at the time of Napoleon's unsuccessful foray into Egypt. The shaped bases, winged feet and triangular columns are surely inspired by the campaig...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Swan Handle Vases, Marked
Pair of French 19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Swan Handle Vases, Marked

Pair of French 19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Swan Handle Vases, Marked

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in New York, NY

A fine pair of French 19th century Empire Period Old Paris Porcelain swan handle vases. Each is beautifully hand-painted with a light blue colored ground and further adorned with 24K...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Sugar Box Russia
Sugar Box Russia

Sugar Box Russia

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous box made of blue glass beautifully decorated with white details. Frame of brass. original lock and key. Made during 19th Century Russian Empire period. Small lockable boxes...

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19th Century Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Brass

Large 19th Century French Empire Style Clock Set
Large 19th Century French Empire Style Clock Set

Large 19th Century French Empire Style Clock Set

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive and fine quality 19th century French Empire influenced clock set. Having a pair of winged female figures supporting five branch candelabra with scrolling foliate decoration, raised on gilded globes and green marble plinths with ormolu mask mounts. The clock having winged lovers standing over the green marble clock...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century
Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century

Antique Marble Paperweight with Figural Bronze Bird of Prey 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Late 19th century nice quality bronze and dark green marble work. The finely detailed plumage of the bird with its fierce gaze demonstrates the handiwork of the craftsman. In a world...

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Late 19th Century Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Birth of the King of Rome, Bronze Clock, 19th Century
Birth of the King of Rome, Bronze Clock, 19th Century

Birth of the King of Rome, Bronze Clock, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Patinated bronze clock representing The Birth of the King of Rome or the allegory of the Birth of Love Empress Marie-Louise is standing near a cradle filled with roses with a winged cupid in the middle; decor of an Athenian woman with rams' heads and a curtain draped...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Empire Period Ormolu Mantel Clock by Le Roy et fils
Empire Period Ormolu Mantel Clock by Le Roy et fils

Empire Period Ormolu Mantel Clock by Le Roy et fils

By Le Roy

Located in London, GB

Empire period ormolu mantel clock by Le Roy et fils French, c. 1810 Height 36cm, width 37cm, depth 14cm This refined mantel clock was created during the Empire period by the esteem...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Enamel

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

Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks Ciselé 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Pair of French Empire Silvered Bronze Candlesticks Ciselé 1820s An exceptionally elegant pair of French Empire candlesticks, dating from the 1820s–1830s, executed in finely silvered...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate, Bronze

A Pair of 19th C. Paris Porcelain Gilt and Portrait Painted Vases
A Pair of 19th C. Paris Porcelain Gilt and Portrait Painted Vases

A Pair of 19th C. Paris Porcelain Gilt and Portrait Painted Vases

By Old Paris

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of 19th C. Paris Porcelain Gilt and Portrait Painted Vases. Each vase features a neoclassical amphora form, richly decorated with gilt accents and hand-painted portrait panel...

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1840s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Empire Bowl w Winged Lady's and Dolphins Base Gold Finish
Empire Bowl w Winged Lady's and Dolphins Base Gold Finish

Empire Bowl w Winged Lady's and Dolphins Base Gold Finish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare find of this centerpiece bowl in a golden Dore' finish. With two winged nude Angles for handles. All supported by four Dolphins in a bronze patina finish. Still has the Origin...

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1890s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Royal Copenhagen Figure H.C. Andersen
Royal Copenhagen Figure H.C. Andersen

Royal Copenhagen Figure H.C. Andersen

Located in København, Copenhagen

Royal Copenhagen figure H.C. Andersen Measures: 19 cm. In perfect condition. Designed by Hanne Warming. 2. Factory quality.

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1970s Danish Vintage Empire Decorative Objects

Empire Patinated Bronze Clock
Empire Patinated Bronze Clock

Empire Patinated Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautiful patinated bronze clock featuring Cupid and Psyche with a Sienna marble base

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Important First Empire Period Ormolu Sconces
Pair of Important First Empire Period Ormolu Sconces

Pair of Important First Empire Period Ormolu Sconces

By Percier & Fontaine

Located in Essex, MA

Period ormolu sconces in First Empire, imperial Russian, realistic lion mask form --Percier and fontaine designed lion mask being impaled by th...

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Early 1800s Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Royal Empire Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1805-1815, Paris
Royal Empire Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1805-1815, Paris

Royal Empire Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1805-1815, Paris

Located in Berlin, DE

Royal Empire mantel clock / pendulum clock, fire-gilt, around 1805-1815, Paris Solid bronze, fire-gilded, Paris around 1805-1815, original French Empire from the first period. ...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Russian Dore Bronze Mounted Amethyst Crystal Scalloped Rim Tazza
19th Century Russian Dore Bronze Mounted Amethyst Crystal Scalloped Rim Tazza

19th Century Russian Dore Bronze Mounted Amethyst Crystal Scalloped Rim Tazza

Located in New York, NY

A fantastic quality 19th century Russian Empire period Dore bronze mounted amethyst crystal scalloped rim tazza/cache-pot. The crystal is of a beautiful rich amethyst purple color. The crystal is beautifully hand-cut and shaped with a scalloped rim. The crystal is mounted on an incredible dore bronze base with the finest quality. The base is all hand-burnished and matted with an acanthus leaf design and is resting on a square plinth with an acanthus leaf border. The Crystal is easily attributable to the Imperial Russian Glass...

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19th Century Russian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Empire Candelabra Italian Gilt Bronze Three-Arm Flambeaux
Pair of 19th Century Empire Candelabra Italian Gilt Bronze Three-Arm Flambeaux

Pair of 19th Century Empire Candelabra Italian Gilt Bronze Three-Arm Flambeaux

Located in Milano, MI

Coppia di Candelabri a Tre Fiamme Impero in Bronzo Dorato della prima metà del XIX secolo, di origine italiana, si presentano in buono stato di conservazione con segni di usura nell...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Unusual Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock in the Form of an Accanthus Plant
Unusual Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock in the Form of an Accanthus Plant

Unusual Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock in the Form of an Accanthus Plant

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

Exceptional French Empire Mantel Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze A rare and visually arresting French Empire mantel clock, masterfully crafted in the form of a sculptural acanthus...

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Early 19th Century Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820
Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820

Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820

Located in Knivsta, SE

Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820 An exceptionally elegant and beautifully decorated pair of French Empire candlesticks in finely chased gilt bronze, dating...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Tazzas, circa 1820
Pair of French Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Tazzas, circa 1820

Pair of French Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Tazzas, circa 1820

Located in Knivsta, SE

Pair of French Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Tazzas, circa 1820 An exceptionally elegant and sophisticated pair of French Empire Grand Tour tazzas in finely chased gilt bronze, dati...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Elegant Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820
Elegant Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820

Elegant Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820

Located in Knivsta, SE

Elegant Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, circa 1820 An elegant and beautifully detailed pair of French Empire candlesticks in gilt bronze, dating from the 1820s. The...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Bronze-Mounted Decanters
Pair of 19th Century Bronze-Mounted Decanters

Pair of 19th Century Bronze-Mounted Decanters

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French or possibly Russian. Finely chased bronze details. Handcut crystal. Rare.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Bisque Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase 19th century 4 Seasons Putti Allegory
Bisque Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase 19th century 4 Seasons Putti Allegory

Bisque Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase 19th century 4 Seasons Putti Allegory

Located in Sweden, SE

Empire Vase (Tazza) produced in bisque porcelain by top level manufacture, possibly in Germany or France, in the second half of the 19th century and decorated with finely crafted fin...

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Late 19th Century Antique Empire Decorative Objects

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Gold, Bronze

French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting "Venus Guided by Love" by Lesieur
French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting "Venus Guided by Love" by Lesieur

French Empire Allegorical Clock Depicting "Venus Guided by Love" by Lesieur

By Pierre Lesieur

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An important and rare French Empire gilt bronze mantel clock depicting "Venus Guided by Love" featuring a case by the noted bronzier Lesieur. The figures and clock plinth sit on a rectangular green marble base topped with a gilt bronze plinth, raised upon four flattened toupie feet. The round enamel dial, signed “Lesieur à Paris”, indicates the Roman numeral hours and minute graduations. It is housed in a finely chased bronze altar whose pediment is decorated with egg and dart friezes, and be-ribboned torches on either side the façade is adorned with applied stylized butterfly and lyre motifs. The sides feature be-ribboned flower wreaths, and the plinth a leaf frieze. Two fine gilt bronze figures depict a winged and semi-nude cupid who is pointing to the time, while addressing Venus who is clothed in antique robes...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair Empire Porcelain Vases by August & Conrad Bauscher, Germany ca. 1900
Pair Empire Porcelain Vases by August & Conrad Bauscher, Germany ca. 1900

Pair Empire Porcelain Vases by August & Conrad Bauscher, Germany ca. 1900

By Bauscher Weiden

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Germany / 1900 / 2 Vases / August & Conrad Bauscher / Porcelain Factory Weiden Bros / Porcelain and Polychrome / Empire An elegant pair of signed porcelain vases from the estee...

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Early 20th Century German Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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

Pair of French Empire Ormolu Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Pair of French Empire Ormolu Bronze Candlesticks, 1820s A superb pair of French Empire candlesticks, finely cast and richly adorned in mercury-gilt bronze, dating to the 1820s. Thes...

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1820s French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock by Ledure with Apollo or Eros
Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock by Ledure with Apollo or Eros

Early 19th Century Empire Mantel Clock by Ledure with Apollo or Eros

By Claude Hemon, Pierre-Victor Ledure

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

The clock is signed on the enamel dial by the famous Parisian bronzier ”Ledure Bronzier à Paris” and the clockmaker ”Hedon Hr" (horloger). Patinated and fully sculpted bronze figure ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

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.