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Napoleon III Decorative Objects

NAPOLEON III STYLE

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

Find a collection of antique Napoleon III decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Napoleon III
Bronze with Brown Patina from the 19th Century
Bronze with Brown Patina from the 19th Century

Bronze with Brown Patina from the 19th Century

$2,708

Bronze with Brown Patina from the 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bronze with brown patina from the 19th century, mounted as a lamp, Napoleon III period Contact us before ordering to confirm product availabi...

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1860s European Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

2 Cut Crystal Bowls, 19th Century
2 Cut Crystal Bowls, 19th Century

2 Cut Crystal Bowls, 19th Century

$1,000 / set

2 Cut Crystal Bowls, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Two oval cut crystal bowls, from the 19th century Small chips and a few bubbles Height 10.5cm 21 x 13.5 cm These cups can be kept as is, but also set in mounts: base dimensions 17...

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19th Century European Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Snuffbox basket with flowers, in Florentine Renaissance style, Salimbeni
Snuffbox basket with flowers, in Florentine Renaissance style, Salimbeni

Snuffbox basket with flowers, in Florentine Renaissance style, Salimbeni

$3,058

Snuffbox basket with flowers, in Florentine Renaissance style, Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rounded rectangular snuffbox in 925/1000 sterling Silver gold plated with beautiful fire enamelled miniature hand-painted by the painter Renato Dainelli of a basket with flowers, in ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Candle Stick in Sculpted in Lacquer and Good Solid Wood, 19th Century
Candle Stick in Sculpted in Lacquer and Good Solid Wood, 19th Century

Candle Stick in Sculpted in Lacquer and Good Solid Wood, 19th Century

$1,883

Candle Stick in Sculpted in Lacquer and Good Solid Wood, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Candlestick in sculpted in lacquer and good solid wood, 19th century. Measures: 1m1lcm tall x 42cm wide. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.  

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood

Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Child with Dog by Auguste Joseph Peiffer
Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Child with Dog by Auguste Joseph Peiffer

Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Child with Dog by Auguste Joseph Peiffer

$3,400

Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Child with Dog by Auguste Joseph Peiffer

By Auguste Joseph Peiffer

Located in Middleburg, VA

Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Child with Dog by Auguste Joseph Peiffer This sculpture of a child holding a dog in front of partridge was created in the late 19th century. Pe...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth
19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth

19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth

$44,741

19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth

Located in Marseille, FR

Rare and spectacular bronze mantel clock taking up the theme of the most famous 18th century novel "Paul and Virginia" written by Henri Bernardin de Saint Pierre and powerfully describes the feelings of love and the nostalgia of paradise lost. The model presented here is a very rare model, it represents a passage from the book, "Le passage du torrent", we find no trace of this model only in Pierre Kjellberg's book "Les Bronzes du XIXème siècle;" Metman points out Le passage du torrent, first cast by Boyer and also edited by SUSSE" There are two Creole slaves as double patina chandeliers...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Porcelaine de Paris Hand Painted Swan Motif Vase
19th Century French Porcelaine de Paris Hand Painted Swan Motif Vase

19th Century French Porcelaine de Paris Hand Painted Swan Motif Vase

$1,150

19th Century French Porcelaine de Paris Hand Painted Swan Motif Vase

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a console, mantel, or center table with this elegant antique porcelain vase crafted in France circa 1880 by Porcelaine de Paris. The baluster-form body rises to a tall, flared neck, creating a refined and balanced silhouette typical of fine Parisian porcelain...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French 19th Century Napoleon III Period Ebony, Ormolu, and Brass Box
French 19th Century Napoleon III Period Ebony, Ormolu, and Brass Box

French 19th Century Napoleon III Period Ebony, Ormolu, and Brass Box

$6,500

French 19th Century Napoleon III Period Ebony, Ormolu, and Brass Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most elegant French 19th century Napoleon III period ebony, ormolu, and brass box. The box is raised by fine ormolu ball feet below a lovely wrap around mottled band. Each ebony si...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass, Ormolu

Napoleon III Porcelain Basket
Napoleon III Porcelain Basket

Napoleon III Porcelain Basket

$2,985

Napoleon III Porcelain Basket

Located in New Orleans, LA

A delightful French basket mounted in doré bronze which provides the framework for the six panels veneered in mother-of-pearl and set with French porcelain plaques...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Fine Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock – French, 19th Century
Fine Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock – French, 19th Century

Fine Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock – French, 19th Century

$4,474

Fine Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock – French, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

Elegant and richly detailed Napoleon III, this exceptional French mantel clock dates to the 19th century and is crafted in finely cast gilt bronze. The composition features a classic...

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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Bronze Fireplace Trim, Agriculture And Industry, 19th Century
Bronze Fireplace Trim, Agriculture And Industry, 19th Century

Bronze Fireplace Trim, Agriculture And Industry, 19th Century

$2,943 / set

Bronze Fireplace Trim, Agriculture And Industry, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Bronze mantelpiece with brown patina and green and white marble. It is composed of a clock with the allegory of agriculture and industry, and 2 candelabra, 5 lights each Wear and te...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century
Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century

Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century

$3,769 / set

Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Pair of red marble cassolettes, with bronze ornamentation: rams' heads, pearl threads, pine cones Cassolettes late 19th century, in good general condition, note some scratches on th...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century (early) Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Jars Ormolu Mounts
19th Century (early) Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Jars Ormolu Mounts

19th Century (early) Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Jars Ormolu Mounts

$8,750 / set

19th Century (early) Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Jars Ormolu Mounts

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century (early) Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Jars Ormolu Mounts Beautiful pair purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

After Canova, Dancer And Musician In Bronze, XIXth Century
After Canova, Dancer And Musician In Bronze, XIXth Century

After Canova, Dancer And Musician In Bronze, XIXth Century

$3,061 / set

After Canova, Dancer And Musician In Bronze, XIXth Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Pair of bronzes of a dancer and a musician, on a Paris porcelain base, model of sculptures after Canova Restored bases, normal wear to the patina and decoration XIXth century Heig...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Ormolu Tazzas
Pair of French Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Ormolu Tazzas

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Ormolu Tazzas

$10,800 / set

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Ormolu Tazzas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning pair of French mid 19th century Napoleon III period ormolu tazzas. Each tazza is raised on an ebony mottled base with a Boulle tortoiseshell and etched brass inlay column ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock by Delafontaine
Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock by Delafontaine

Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock by Delafontaine

$18,959

Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock by Delafontaine

Located in London, GB

The acclaimed French bronze foundry, Delafontaine, created this remarkable mantel clock. At the time this piece was crafted, in c.1860, the company was directed by Auguste-Maximilien Delafontaine (1813-1892). The firm was famous for its high-quality artistic bronzes, which can today be viewed in major art collections, such as the Louvre in Paris. Shaped like an upside down ‘T’, this gilt bronze...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Porcelain Vase with Bird and Butterfly
19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Porcelain Vase with Bird and Butterfly

19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Porcelain Vase with Bird and Butterfly

$1,100

19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Porcelain Vase with Bird and Butterfly

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique vase was created in France circa 1880 by "Porcelaine de Paris". Made of porcelain and round in shape with a thick and wide neck, the colorful vessel is decorated with hand painted bird, butterfly and floral motifs. The decor is further embellished with gilt accents throughout, including around the base. This large fluted vase is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns soft and pastel colors in the green, blue, and cream palette, with gilt accents. The flower pot would make a nice addition on a table, mantle, or a console. Porcelaine de Paris is a French porcelain manufacturing company, founded by Jean-Marx Clauss theApril 11, 1822. Jean-Marx Clauss wanted to draw inspiration from the great Parisian porcelain...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870
19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

$792

19th century French gilt and marble inkwell circa 1870

Located in Central England, GB

This fine quality inkwell was produced in France and dates to circa 1870. It is made from figured Carrara marble, which has been turned to produce the foot and body with gilt bronze ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Bronze and Marble Candlesticks
Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Bronze and Marble Candlesticks

Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Bronze and Marble Candlesticks

$750 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Bronze and Marble Candlesticks

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a console or a mantel with this elegant pair of antique candlesticks. Crafted in France circa 1870, each candelabra stands on scrolled feet over an integral square base with...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Large Napoleon III Period Bronze Sculpture by Jules Bertin
Large Napoleon III Period Bronze Sculpture by Jules Bertin

Large Napoleon III Period Bronze Sculpture by Jules Bertin

$43,162

Large Napoleon III Period Bronze Sculpture by Jules Bertin

Located in London, GB

Large Napoleon III period bronze sculpture by Jules Bertin French, 1879 Measures: Height 140cm, width 58cm, depth 58cm This exceptional sculpture is by Jules Bertin, a leading F...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Good Pair of Gilded and Patinated Bronze, 19th Century Mantel Urns
Good Pair of Gilded and Patinated Bronze, 19th Century Mantel Urns

Good Pair of Gilded and Patinated Bronze, 19th Century Mantel Urns

$2,300 / set

Good Pair of Gilded and Patinated Bronze, 19th Century Mantel Urns

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine pair of decorative mantel ewers or urns are French and were made, circa 1870. Cast in bronze the pair has been carefully patinated all-over then gilded in decorative areas ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Slate, Bronze

Large Bust In Carrara Marble Representing A General, Signed By D.trentacoste
Large Bust In Carrara Marble Representing A General, Signed By D.trentacoste

Large Bust In Carrara Marble Representing A General, Signed By D.trentacoste

$6,475

Large Bust In Carrara Marble Representing A General, Signed By D.trentacoste

Located in Charmes, FR

Bust of a general in Carrara marble signed by Domenico Trentacoste (Palermo 1859 - Florence 1933) dated 1873 The bust was outside so has some stains, to be cleaned Of Sicilian origin...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble
19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble

19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble

$2,078

19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble

Located in NICE, FR

We present you with this exquisite pair of cassolettes crafted from violet breccia marble, dating back to the Napoleon III era. They feature highly decorative bronze embellishments s...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Breccia Marble, Bronze

19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders
19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders

19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders

$1,295 / set

19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders

Located in NICE, FR

We are delighted to present you with this wonderful pair of beautifully gilded bronze Louis XV-style candle holders, dating back from the Napoleon III era. These intricately adorned ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

A 19th C French Wirework Log Carrier Basket This is a charming piece
A 19th C French Wirework Log Carrier Basket This is a charming piece

A 19th C French Wirework Log Carrier Basket This is a charming piece

$1,350

A 19th C French Wirework Log Carrier Basket This is a charming piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A 19th C French Wirework Log Carrier Basket This is a charming piece based on the design of a French Tuileries Flower Basket, it is made in heavy wrought iron, one thing to point o...

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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Iron

Pair of Vases in Glazed Terra Cotta, Samson, 19th Century or Early 20th Century.
Pair of Vases in Glazed Terra Cotta, Samson, 19th Century or Early 20th Century.

Pair of Vases in Glazed Terra Cotta, Samson, 19th Century or Early 20th Century.

$4,945 / set

Pair of Vases in Glazed Terra Cotta, Samson, 19th Century or Early 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of vases in glazed terra cotta, Samson, 19th century or early 20th century. Pair of vases in glazed terra cotta in the Asian Arts style, 19th century or early 20th century, Sam...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

19th Century Blue Porcelain Cup in Sevres Style
19th Century Blue Porcelain Cup in Sevres Style

19th Century Blue Porcelain Cup in Sevres Style

$883Sale Price|25% Off

19th Century Blue Porcelain Cup in Sevres Style

By Samson & Cie

Located in Paris, FR

Oval blue porcelain cup with polychromatic decoration composed of a large cartouche with gilt-decorated borders depicting a man and a young woman in a landscape, sitting on the grass...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880
Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

$1,836Sale Price|20% Off

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880 White marble, bronze, and gilt. Two square baluster columns, crowned with a sloping roof, support ball feet and a recessed ba...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Tole Tray with Painted Genre Scene
19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Tole Tray with Painted Genre Scene

19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Tole Tray with Painted Genre Scene

$495

19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Tole Tray with Painted Genre Scene

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a cocktail table, ottoman, or wall with this elegant antique tray from France, crafted circa 1870. Oval in form, the large tole platter features a deep black ground framed w...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Tôle

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley
Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley

$23,000

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley

By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley

Located in New York, NY

The mantel clock with a seated putto and birdcage. Maker: Alfred-Emmanuel Beurdeley (French, 1847-1919) Origin: French Date: 19th century Dimension: 26 in. x 13 1/2 in.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock
French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock

French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock

By Jules Allard et Fils

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A French Napoleon III ormolu and porcelain putti mantel (fireplace) clock in gilded bronze with inset painted porcelain plaques. The central painted ov...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Carved Napoleon III Oak and Velvet Mirror, France, 19th Century
Carved Napoleon III Oak and Velvet Mirror, France, 19th Century

Carved Napoleon III Oak and Velvet Mirror, France, 19th Century

$5,416

Carved Napoleon III Oak and Velvet Mirror, France, 19th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Large and gorgeous frame, with hand-carved thistles motifs applied to a deep teal blue velvet background. The wood is oak. New mirror.

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Velvet

2 Frames in gilded stuccoed wood, decorated in imitation of bamboo
2 Frames in gilded stuccoed wood, decorated in imitation of bamboo

2 Frames in gilded stuccoed wood, decorated in imitation of bamboo

$1,130

2 Frames in gilded stuccoed wood, decorated in imitation of bamboo

Located in Mouscron, WHT

2 Frames in gilded stuccoed wood, decorated in imitation of bamboo Late 19th century. A groove allows them to be used with a painting, an engraving or a mirror The useful dimension o...

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Late 19th Century Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood

Bronze Cup Foot, With Elephant Heads, XIXth Century
Bronze Cup Foot, With Elephant Heads, XIXth Century

Bronze Cup Foot, With Elephant Heads, XIXth Century

$730

Bronze Cup Foot, With Elephant Heads, XIXth Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Support / Foot for cup or centerpiece, bronze with brown patina, with elephant heads harnessed with a beautiful adornment Usual wear to the patina 19th century H18.5cm 17x17cm Dia...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century
Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

$1,696

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Inkwell FRENCH MANUFACTURING OF THE EARLY 1900s Empire style inkwell in yellow Siena marble with gilded bronze inkwells and sphinx. 48 x 23 cm Height 20.

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble

Small 19th Century Bronze Figure of Allegory of Manufacture
Small 19th Century Bronze Figure of Allegory of Manufacture

Small 19th Century Bronze Figure of Allegory of Manufacture

$1,520

Small 19th Century Bronze Figure of Allegory of Manufacture

Located in Berlin, DE

Small 19th century patinated female bronze figure of the allegory of manufacture featuring a spindle, a hammer and a gear-wheel. The female figure holding up her light tunic and look...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Griotte Marble Mantel Clock with Bronze Bust After James Pradier, 1880
Griotte Marble Mantel Clock with Bronze Bust After James Pradier, 1880

Griotte Marble Mantel Clock with Bronze Bust After James Pradier, 1880

$9,500

Griotte Marble Mantel Clock with Bronze Bust After James Pradier, 1880

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A finely cast gilt bronze clock base mounted with of a classical patinated bronze bust of a maiden after a model by James Pradier. The maiden has her curly haired head turned demurely to one side resting on her bare shoulders, and hands clasped across her partly exposed breasts...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Whismical pair of vases limoges porcelain
Whismical pair of vases limoges porcelain

Whismical pair of vases limoges porcelain

$28,000

Whismical pair of vases limoges porcelain

By Limoges

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A whismical pair of vases 19 th century by limoges , sign on the base of the vases, the design of the vases is very unsual

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez
Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

$3,973Sale Price|25% Off

Bronze Inkwell Sculpture "Les Moutons à L'abreuvoir" by Jules Moigniez

By Jules Moigniez

Located in Paris, FR

Bronze inkwell sculpture with nuanced brown patination. Two ink pots are cleverly hidden at either end of the sculpture: One in the stump of the tree and the other under a rock. Moig...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze

Early 20th C. French Repoussé Brass and Wood Slant Lid Box with Sailboat Scene
Early 20th C. French Repoussé Brass and Wood Slant Lid Box with Sailboat Scene

Early 20th C. French Repoussé Brass and Wood Slant Lid Box with Sailboat Scene

$560

Early 20th C. French Repoussé Brass and Wood Slant Lid Box with Sailboat Scene

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a desk, library table, or console with this charming antique French decorative box, crafted circa 1920. The rectangular coffer features a slant lid clad in repoussé brass, b...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of French 19th Century Dore and Patinated Bronze Handled Tazzas w/ Putti
Pair of French 19th Century Dore and Patinated Bronze Handled Tazzas w/ Putti

Pair of French 19th Century Dore and Patinated Bronze Handled Tazzas w/ Putti

$38,500 / set

Pair of French 19th Century Dore and Patinated Bronze Handled Tazzas w/ Putti

Located in New York, NY

A fantastic pair of French 19th century Napoleon III period patinated and dore bronze tazzas/centerpieces. Each circular tazza top is beautifully patinated and further decorated with...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Potpourri In Athenian Bronze, 19th century
Potpourri In Athenian Bronze, 19th century

Potpourri In Athenian Bronze, 19th century

$812

Potpourri In Athenian Bronze, 19th century

Located in Beaune, FR

Athenian potpourri in bronze resting on a cherry red marble base. Very decorative, this potpourri is in good condition apart from a small lack on the top.

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19th Century European Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Correspondence Box Napoleon III
Correspondence Box Napoleon III

Correspondence Box Napoleon III

$1,825

Correspondence Box Napoleon III

Located in Madrid, ES

Correspondence box, Napoleon III period, composed on the top of two flaps. Their facades are embellished with Square and Rectangle Marquetry. In add...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock
Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

$6,201

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Norwich, GB

Stunning Napolean III French Ormolu and white marble clock with gilded Baccanalian frieze decoration to the base and seated a classical lady standing on six gilded button feet. Enam...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble

BACCARAT, Opaline Vase with a Poetic Ornamentation and a Silvered Bronze Mount
BACCARAT, Opaline Vase with a Poetic Ornamentation and a Silvered Bronze Mount

BACCARAT, Opaline Vase with a Poetic Ornamentation and a Silvered Bronze Mount

$22,370

BACCARAT, Opaline Vase with a Poetic Ornamentation and a Silvered Bronze Mount

By Baccarat

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This beautiful opaline vase was made by the Baccarat manufacture in the 19th century. The Baccarat crystal factory, an internationally renowned French manufactory, was founded unde...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Opaline Glass

Bronze Lady Playing Harp Pendulum Mantel Clock on Marble Base, 1900s
Bronze Lady Playing Harp Pendulum Mantel Clock on Marble Base, 1900s

Bronze Lady Playing Harp Pendulum Mantel Clock on Marble Base, 1900s

$3,332Sale Price|20% Off

Bronze Lady Playing Harp Pendulum Mantel Clock on Marble Base, 1900s

Located in Lisbon, PT

A French mantel clock from the early 20th century (c.1905–1920), featuring a bronze sculpture of a lady playing a harp atop a black and siena marble base. This clock evokes classical...

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20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Metal, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils
Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils

Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils

$48,232 / set

Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils

By Denière Et Picard

Located in London, GB

Antique eclectic style gilt bronze clock set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils French, late 19th century Dimensions: Clock height 78cm, width 36cm, depth 24cm, candelabra height ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Game Box in Wood and Glit Brass, Napoleon III Period
Game Box in Wood and Glit Brass, Napoleon III Period

Game Box in Wood and Glit Brass, Napoleon III Period

$1,059

Game Box in Wood and Glit Brass, Napoleon III Period

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Game box in lacquered wood marquetry and gilt brass, with tokens inside. Gilding on the extremities of the spiral shape box. Work realized under Napoleon III (1852-1870).   

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19th Century European Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century French Red Marble Cassolettes
Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century French Red Marble Cassolettes

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century French Red Marble Cassolettes

$2,437 / set

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century French Red Marble Cassolettes

Located in Madrid, ES

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Red Marble Cassolettes (H+/- 31 cm.) good condition

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble

Antique French 19th Century Napoleon III Vases, White and Pink Rhodochrosite
Antique French 19th Century Napoleon III Vases, White and Pink Rhodochrosite

Antique French 19th Century Napoleon III Vases, White and Pink Rhodochrosite

$4,400 / set

Antique French 19th Century Napoleon III Vases, White and Pink Rhodochrosite

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Pair White and Pink Rhodochrosite Vases Beautiful pair purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Pair of porcelain biscuit sculptures of eagles, Napoleon III period
Pair of porcelain biscuit sculptures of eagles, Napoleon III period

Pair of porcelain biscuit sculptures of eagles, Napoleon III period

$2,620Sale Price / set|24% Off

Pair of porcelain biscuit sculptures of eagles, Napoleon III period

Located in Paris, FR

Pair biscuit sculptures of eagles. Work from the second half of the 19th century, bearing the incised mark "Mre. Imple. de Sèvres" (not guaranteed). Important pair of porcelain bisc...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Portrait, 19th Century Gilded Bronze Frame Signed A.Giroux
Pair of Porcelain Portrait, 19th Century Gilded Bronze Frame Signed A.Giroux

Pair of Porcelain Portrait, 19th Century Gilded Bronze Frame Signed A.Giroux

$3,476Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of Porcelain Portrait, 19th Century Gilded Bronze Frame Signed A.Giroux

By Alphonse Giroux et Cie

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of porcelain and enamelled portraits featuring a man and a woman of the 17th century. It is most likely a portrait of Louis XIV and Maria Theresa of Austria. The two porcelain m...

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1850s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

Large Pair of Electrified Candelabra in Gilded Bronze with Patina, 19th Century.
Large Pair of Electrified Candelabra in Gilded Bronze with Patina, 19th Century.

Large Pair of Electrified Candelabra in Gilded Bronze with Patina, 19th Century.

$49,450 / set

Large Pair of Electrified Candelabra in Gilded Bronze with Patina, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Large pair of electrified candelabra in gilded bronze with patina, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Large pair of 19th century Napoleon III period candelabra in gilded and patinat...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Napoleon Iii decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Napoleon III 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 Napoleon III 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 Ferdinand Barbedienne, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Europa Antiques, and Baccarat. 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 $167 and tops out at $2,500,000 while the average work can sell for $3,368.

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