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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
French Skeleton Mantel Clock
French Skeleton Mantel Clock

French Skeleton Mantel Clock

$3,113

French Skeleton Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

French Skeleton clock with Gothic style brass frame standing on a marquetry inlaid rosewood base with bun feet. Cherubs head pendulum bob, enamel dia...

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1850s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

19th Century Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Table Garniture
19th Century Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Table Garniture

19th Century Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Table Garniture

$29,880

19th Century Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Table Garniture

Located in MADRID, ES

Magnífica Guarnición de Chimenea Francesa Estilo Napoleón III – "Alegoría de las Artes y las Ciencias" Fecha: Circa 1860-1880 Origen: París, Francia Materiales: Bronce dorado al merc...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Napoleon III Jardinière or Cachepot
19th Century French Napoleon III Jardinière or Cachepot

19th Century French Napoleon III Jardinière or Cachepot

$2,000

19th Century French Napoleon III Jardinière or Cachepot

Located in Winter Park, FL

A late 19th century French Napoleon III marquetry jardinière with inlaid veneers of mahogany and exotic woods, in a lattice pattern. Bronze mounted with two handles, gallery and trim...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Zinc

Table cigarette box Silver Sterling Enamel two-tone striped guilloché Salimbeni.
Table cigarette box Silver Sterling Enamel two-tone striped guilloché Salimbeni.

Table cigarette box Silver Sterling Enamel two-tone striped guilloché Salimbeni.

$12,708

Table cigarette box Silver Sterling Enamel two-tone striped guilloché Salimbeni.

By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Exceptional table cigar or cigarette box in 925/1000 sterling silver, gold plated, and decorated with translucent two-tone striped fired enamels over guilloché engraving. Finely hand...

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1970s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

A Large Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Bowl, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period
A Large Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Bowl, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

A Large Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Bowl, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

$4,302

A Large Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Bowl, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A large Sèvres porcelain and gilt bronze bowl, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Sèvres porcelain and ormolu bowl, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Dimensions : H: 31cm, W: 42...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Tole Cachepots Jardinieres
Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Tole Cachepots Jardinieres

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Tole Cachepots Jardinieres

$995 / set

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Tole Cachepots Jardinieres

Located in Pearland, TX

A lovely pair of antique French black and gold jardinieres or cachepots. No maker's mark. These gorgeous planters have a fine hand painted laurel wreath garland with gilt ring handle...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Metal

4 green serpentine marble columns, circa 1880
4 green serpentine marble columns, circa 1880

4 green serpentine marble columns, circa 1880

$9,203 / set

4 green serpentine marble columns, circa 1880

Located in Honnelles, WHT

4 columns in green serpentine marble, around 1880 measure to request

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of French Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Sevres Style Cassolettes
Pair of French Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Sevres Style Cassolettes

Pair of French Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Sevres Style Cassolettes

$5,378 / set

Pair of French Napoleon III Ormolu Mounted Sevres Style Cassolettes

Located in Antwerp, BE

A striking and highly decorative pair of large French Napoleon III cassolettes, crafted in the late 19th century. Each piece features finely cast and chiseled ormolu (gilt bronze) m...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Napoleon III Period Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mantel Clock
Napoleon III Period Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mantel Clock

Napoleon III Period Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mantel Clock

$7,609

Napoleon III Period Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mantel Clock

By Miroy Frères

Located in London, GB

This sophisticated gilt bronze mantel clock is an elegant piece of mid-19th century design, beautifully cast and gilded and set with two delicate Sèvres style porcelain panels. The clock case's finest feature is the charmingly naturalistic scene at its top, showing a full-length sculpture of a female figure sitting with a basket and two doves. They are displayed on a naturalistic, oval-shaped plinth, which is decorated all around its exterior with painstakingly intricate foliate motifs. Either side of the plinth there are two Sevres style porcelain panels, each of which shows a winged putto. One putto is shown writing, while the other is shown holding a dove. Each is set inside a turquoise blue border decorated with delicate gilt scrolls. In the centre of the plinth sits the clock dial, which is enamelled and contains Roman numerals. It is signed 'Prize Medal 1851 / Miroy Fres Brevetes / Paris' after the clock's maker, Miroy Freres...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Exquisite 19th Century Opaline Glass Vase Handpainted, Attributed to Baccarat or
Exquisite 19th Century Opaline Glass Vase Handpainted, Attributed to Baccarat or

Exquisite 19th Century Opaline Glass Vase Handpainted, Attributed to Baccarat or

$2,270

Exquisite 19th Century Opaline Glass Vase Handpainted, Attributed to Baccarat or

By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat, St. Louis Crystal

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This breathtaking 19th-century opaline glass vase is a masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, likely attributed to renowned French glassmakers Baccarat or Saint-Louis. The piece features...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Enamel

19th Century Decorative Box - Ormolu Gilt Bronze - French Napoleon III
19th Century Decorative Box - Ormolu Gilt Bronze - French Napoleon III

19th Century Decorative Box - Ormolu Gilt Bronze - French Napoleon III

$1,015

19th Century Decorative Box - Ormolu Gilt Bronze - French Napoleon III

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A refined Napoleon III period decorative box, made of ormolu gilt casted bronze. Richly ornate floral motifs. It has an illegible signature. The liner inside has been renewed. Includ...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair Of Baccarat Opaline Vases, Golden Decor, 1880
Pair Of Baccarat Opaline Vases, Golden Decor, 1880

Pair Of Baccarat Opaline Vases, Golden Decor, 1880

$4,302 / set

Pair Of Baccarat Opaline Vases, Golden Decor, 1880

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, a magnificent pair of Baccarat opaline vases of very high quality, gold decoration, very beautiful pieces. Napoleon III period 19th century. Dimensions: Vase H...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal

19th Century French Silver Plated over Bronze Jewelry Box with Repousse Motifs
19th Century French Silver Plated over Bronze Jewelry Box with Repousse Motifs

19th Century French Silver Plated over Bronze Jewelry Box with Repousse Motifs

$1,975

19th Century French Silver Plated over Bronze Jewelry Box with Repousse Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

Place this elegant, antique Napoleon III silverplated box in your master bath to keep your jewelry safe and organized. Crafted in France circa 1870, and built of bronze, the rectangular casket with raised top, sits on small scrolled feet, and is dressed with lion face handles on both sides. All sides including the top are decorated with detailed repousse floral and leaf motifs in high relief throughout; the top is decorated with a oval medallion featuring Poseidon, one of the Twelve Olympians in ancient Greek religion and mythology...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Sèvres Porcelain Box, Gilt Brass Mounting, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Sèvres Porcelain Box, Gilt Brass Mounting, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Sèvres Porcelain Box, Gilt Brass Mounting, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$3,824

Sèvres Porcelain Box, Gilt Brass Mounting, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sèvres porcelain box, gilt brass mounting, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A Napoleon III period box, 19th century, Sèvres porcelain and gilt brass mount. Dimensions : H: 14cm, ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

Maison Marnyhac, "African Venus" , Planter France, Circa 1870
Maison Marnyhac, "African Venus" , Planter France, Circa 1870

Maison Marnyhac, "African Venus" , Planter France, Circa 1870

$501,992

Maison Marnyhac, "African Venus" , Planter France, Circa 1870

By Maison Marnyhac 1

Located in PARIS, FR

Exceptional planter by Maison Marnyhac in chiseled and gilded bronze and Algerian onyx representing a young African woman kneeling, carrying an oval bowl decorated with foliage. She is dressed with a loincloth, wearing an egret and adorned with many jewels. It rests on a square base decorated with gilded bronze. A model of a similar African Venus...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large
1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large

1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large

$3,820Sale Price|20% Off

1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Grand Scale c1890's French Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal 3 Light Candelabra. Massive piece! Hand painted floral decor with 24K shades. Floral painted bells. Please look closely at pi...

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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Pair 19th C. Christofle Silvered Bronze Putti & Crystal Centerpieces
Pair 19th C. Christofle Silvered Bronze Putti & Crystal Centerpieces

Pair 19th C. Christofle Silvered Bronze Putti & Crystal Centerpieces

$5,440Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair 19th C. Christofle Silvered Bronze Putti & Crystal Centerpieces

By Christofle

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair 19th C. Christofle Silvered Bronze Putti and Crystal Centerpieces France, circa 1875 Highlighting the extraordinary skill of Christofle’s makers, this exquisite pair of 19th-ce...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis
Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

$48,260

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

By Languereau, Maison Marquis

Located in New York, NY

A very unusual and quite monumental antique French Louis XVI style Napoleon III ormolu mantel clock by Maison Marquis, the Movement by Languereau, Paris, 1860: surmounted by an urn i...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Bronze

Contenot, Joan Of Arc, Signed Bronze, Late 19th-early 20th Century
Contenot, Joan Of Arc, Signed Bronze, Late 19th-early 20th Century

Contenot, Joan Of Arc, Signed Bronze, Late 19th-early 20th Century

$2,605

Contenot, Joan Of Arc, Signed Bronze, Late 19th-early 20th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Patinated bronze sculpture representing Joan of Arc in armor, brandishing her sword Sculpture signed Contenot on the base (Henri Daniel) Joan is a young French woman of peasant...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

A Napoleon III Period Sèvres Style Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Garniture
A Napoleon III Period Sèvres Style Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Garniture

A Napoleon III Period Sèvres Style Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Garniture

$221,381

A Napoleon III Period Sèvres Style Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Garniture

By Jean-François Denière

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Large and Exceptional Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Three-Piece Clock Garniture. By Denière, Paris. Comprising a mantle clock and pair of eight-light...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Ormolu

19thc French Napoleon III Cut Crystal Candelabra attributed to Baccarat
19thc French Napoleon III Cut Crystal Candelabra attributed to Baccarat

19thc French Napoleon III Cut Crystal Candelabra attributed to Baccarat

$2,660Sale Price|20% Off

19thc French Napoleon III Cut Crystal Candelabra attributed to Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Beautiful 19thc French Napoleon III Crystal Candelabra/ Centerpiece. Incredible work on this piece. Shades included. Attrib. Baccarat.

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1880s Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal

A Napoléon III Silvered-Bronze Clock Garniture by Charpentier, Paris
A Napoléon III Silvered-Bronze Clock Garniture by Charpentier, Paris

A Napoléon III Silvered-Bronze Clock Garniture by Charpentier, Paris

$117,608

A Napoléon III Silvered-Bronze Clock Garniture by Charpentier, Paris

By Charpentier et Cie

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Large and Important Napoléon III Gilt and Silvered-Bronze Sculptural Three-Piece Clock Garniture, By Charpentier, Paris. Comprising a mantle clock and a pair of figural vases. The...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Jules Moigniez Bronze Sculpture of Three Sheep and a Lamb
Jules Moigniez Bronze Sculpture of Three Sheep and a Lamb

Jules Moigniez Bronze Sculpture of Three Sheep and a Lamb

$7,300

Jules Moigniez Bronze Sculpture of Three Sheep and a Lamb

By Jules Moigniez

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bronze grouping of sheep with a nuanced brown patination. Moigniez' intricate work on the surface of the piece created a true-to-life rendering of the sheep's fleece. The group is se...

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Mid-19th Century European Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century
Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

$2,500

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The black inkstand with a molded lion decoration with a shell pen tray. The two glass inkwells on either end.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Rubber

French Napoleon III Jewelry Box in Black Lacquer with Asian Decor, 19th Century
French Napoleon III Jewelry Box in Black Lacquer with Asian Decor, 19th Century

French Napoleon III Jewelry Box in Black Lacquer with Asian Decor, 19th Century

$824

French Napoleon III Jewelry Box in Black Lacquer with Asian Decor, 19th Century

Located in Bochum, NRW

A striking example of 19th-century French craftsmanship, Napoleon III period jewelry box showcases the era’s fascination with Chinoiserie and refined decorative arts. France, Napoleo...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood, Lacquer

Porcelain De Paris Napoleon III Style Pair of Shaped Vases Hand Decorated
Porcelain De Paris Napoleon III Style Pair of Shaped Vases Hand Decorated

Porcelain De Paris Napoleon III Style Pair of Shaped Vases Hand Decorated

$944 / set

Porcelain De Paris Napoleon III Style Pair of Shaped Vases Hand Decorated

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Part...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Jardiniere or Planter
19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Jardiniere or Planter

19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Jardiniere or Planter

$2,000

19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Jardiniere or Planter

Located in Winter Park, FL

A fine 19th century French Napoleon III marquetry jardinière, or cache pot, made with inlaid veneers of burled walnut with mother of pearl inlay and ebonized trim. Bronze mounted wit...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Exquisite 19th Century Mantel Clock – Planchon Paris
Exquisite 19th Century Mantel Clock – Planchon Paris

Exquisite 19th Century Mantel Clock – Planchon Paris

$3,466

Exquisite 19th Century Mantel Clock – Planchon Paris

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Exquisite 19th Century Mantel Clock – Planchon Paris This exceptional mantel clock, crafted by the renowned Planchon manufactory in Paris during the second half of the 19th century,...

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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era
Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era

Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era

$525

Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A superb boiled cardboard catchall or fruit bowl from the Napoleon III era. Its refined scallop shell shape, adorned with delicate golden tile motifs on a black background, perfectly...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Other

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, France, circa 1880
Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, France, circa 1880

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, France, circa 1880

$9,322 / set

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, France, circa 1880

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in PARIS, FR

Lovely pair of amphora vases in Paris porcelain, with polychrome rotating decoration of lilacs, roses, clematis, fuchsias and other natural flowers, on a white background. The foot a...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante
19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante

19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante

$5,498

19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante

Located in Paris, FR

This statue featuring a Bacchante is crafted of patinated bronze. In Roman mythology, Bacchae, or Bacchantes, were the female followers of Bacchus. They were often depicted in the co...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

H. Picard, Pair of "Cupids" Jardinieres, France, circa 1860
H. Picard, Pair of "Cupids" Jardinieres, France, circa 1860

H. Picard, Pair of "Cupids" Jardinieres, France, circa 1860

$41,832 / set

H. Picard, Pair of "Cupids" Jardinieres, France, circa 1860

By Henri Picard

Located in PARIS, FR

Signed H. Picard Fine pair of oval jardinieres in chiselled and gilded bronze, with inner liners. They are adorned in relief and enhanced by a subtle interplay of burnished and matt...

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1850s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century French Repousse Silver Plated on Copper Jewelry Box
19th Century French Repousse Silver Plated on Copper Jewelry Box

19th Century French Repousse Silver Plated on Copper Jewelry Box

$575

19th Century French Repousse Silver Plated on Copper Jewelry Box

Located in Dallas, TX

Place this elegant, antique Napoleon III copper box in your master bath to keep your jewelry safe and organized. Crafted in France circa 1880, the ornate ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate, Copper

Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vase, C. 1870
Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vase, C. 1870

Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vase, C. 1870

$6,500

Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vase, C. 1870

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Long Island City, NY

Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vase, C. 1870 In the Islamic / Alhambra taste. The two handled vase in Alhambra form, enameled in rich yellow throughout ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Napoleon III Game box with Brass and Burl Wood Marquetry
Antique Napoleon III Game box with Brass and Burl Wood Marquetry

Antique Napoleon III Game box with Brass and Burl Wood Marquetry

$1,072

Antique Napoleon III Game box with Brass and Burl Wood Marquetry

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful antique game box from the French Napoleon III period. The box is made of various types of wood marquetry inlaid with brass trims. This box s...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Copper

Sculpture in Patinated Bronze Signed Antonin Mercié, 19th Century.
Sculpture in Patinated Bronze Signed Antonin Mercié, 19th Century.

Sculpture in Patinated Bronze Signed Antonin Mercié, 19th Century.

$3,944

Sculpture in Patinated Bronze Signed Antonin Mercié, 19th Century.

By Antonin Mercie

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sculpture in patinated bronze signed Antonin Mercié, 19th century. A 19th century patinated bronze sculpture by Antonin Mercié, Napoleon III period. Dimensions : H: 69cm, W: 30cm, ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

BARBEDIENNE - Pair of 19th Century Bronze Torchières by DUBOIS & FALGUIERE
BARBEDIENNE - Pair of 19th Century Bronze Torchières by DUBOIS & FALGUIERE

BARBEDIENNE - Pair of 19th Century Bronze Torchières by DUBOIS & FALGUIERE

$82,171 / set

BARBEDIENNE - Pair of 19th Century Bronze Torchières by DUBOIS & FALGUIERE

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This pair of bronze torchieres with double brown and gold patina is represented by two women in an antique draped dress, one in the left arm and the other in the right arm a seven-li...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Sèvres Porcelain Casket, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.
Sèvres Porcelain Casket, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Sèvres Porcelain Casket, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

$3,107

Sèvres Porcelain Casket, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sèvres porcelain casket, Napoleon III period, 19th century. 19th century casket, Napoleon III period, Sèvres porcelain and gilt brass mount. Dime...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Napoleon III Game Box with Burl Wood and Brass
19th Century Napoleon III Game Box with Burl Wood and Brass

19th Century Napoleon III Game Box with Burl Wood and Brass

$896

19th Century Napoleon III Game Box with Burl Wood and Brass

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful antique game box from the French Napoleon III period. The box is made of book veneer match, inlaid with brass trims. This box shows the fine craftsmanship of the ebenist wh...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

Exquisite Napoleon III French Ormolu Figural Basket Centerpiece, Circa 1880
Exquisite Napoleon III French Ormolu Figural Basket Centerpiece, Circa 1880

Exquisite Napoleon III French Ormolu Figural Basket Centerpiece, Circa 1880

$52,600

Exquisite Napoleon III French Ormolu Figural Basket Centerpiece, Circa 1880

By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exquisite Napoleon III French ormolu figural basket centerpiece, Circa 1880, Attributed to Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley. Depicting four mercury-gilded bronze ormolu cherubs holding a basket, the base with trophies and scrolling. This monumental centerpiece...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

19th Century Antique Porcelaine de Paris Handpainted Wedding Vase
19th Century Antique Porcelaine de Paris Handpainted Wedding Vase

19th Century Antique Porcelaine de Paris Handpainted Wedding Vase

$512Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Antique Porcelaine de Paris Handpainted Wedding Vase

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A wonderful antique Porcelain de Paris wedding vase (or Vase d'Eglise de Mariée), dating from the 19th century and featuring an exquisite handpainted design of wildflowers, set again...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

C Anfrie - She Snores, Signed Bronze, 19th Century
C Anfrie - She Snores, Signed Bronze, 19th Century

C Anfrie - She Snores, Signed Bronze, 19th Century

$2,988

C Anfrie - She Snores, Signed Bronze, 19th Century

By Charles Anfrie

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Beautiful bronze sculpture with a brown patina, depicting a young boy holding a spinning top. The bronze is titled "She's Snoring," referring to the sound of the top spinning, an...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th C. Pair of French Porcelain Lidded Apothecary Jars
19th C. Pair of French Porcelain Lidded Apothecary Jars

19th C. Pair of French Porcelain Lidded Apothecary Jars

$1,020 / set

19th C. Pair of French Porcelain Lidded Apothecary Jars

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A beautiful pair of antique 19th-century French porcelain lidded apothecary or pharmacy jars, with elegant hand-painted decoration and lettering, and maker's mark on the base. A depiction of the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates is emblazoned on the front of each, together with images of the iconic serpent that is so often associated with apothecaries, in homage to Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Bohemian Cut Crystal Box, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Bohemian Cut Crystal Box, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Bohemian Cut Crystal Box, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$3,944

Bohemian Cut Crystal Box, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bohemian cut crystal box, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Bohemian cut crystal box, brass mounting, late 19th century, Napoleon III period. Dimensions : H: 15cm, W: 19cm, D: 11c...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Brass

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 12" High
A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 12" High

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 12" High

$11,800

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 12" High

By Ferdinand Barbedienne, Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A French Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ, Circa 1858, Signed J. Clesinger, Rome 1858 & F. Barbedienne Fondeur This French bronze bust of Jesus Christ, crafted circa 1858, stan...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Planter with column in blue glazed earthenware St Amand, France circa 1880/1900
Planter with column in blue glazed earthenware St Amand, France circa 1880/1900

Planter with column in blue glazed earthenware St Amand, France circa 1880/1900

$3,466

Planter with column in blue glazed earthenware St Amand, France circa 1880/1900

By Saint Amand

Located in Paris, FR

Rare planter with three clawed feet on its column, decorated with Chinese motifs of dragons, gadroons, acanthus leaves and bamboo in the taste of Minton, very fashionable under Napol...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Fireplace Set in Patinated and Ormolu, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.
Fireplace Set in Patinated and Ormolu, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Fireplace Set in Patinated and Ormolu, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

$10,398 / set

Fireplace Set in Patinated and Ormolu, Napoleon III Period, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Fireplace set in patinated and ormolu, Napoleon III period, 19th century. A Napoleon III period ormolu mantel set in the 19th century, composed of a central clock and two candelabra...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Napoleon III Style Jardinière or Cachepot
French Napoleon III Style Jardinière or Cachepot

French Napoleon III Style Jardinière or Cachepot

$1,200

French Napoleon III Style Jardinière or Cachepot

Located in Winter Park, FL

An early 20th century French Napoleon III marquetry jardinière with inlaid veneer of mahogany. Bronze-mounted with two handles, gallery and trim. Original zinc liner. A beautiful pla...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Zinc

Large Sculpture in Patinated Bronze by Louis Julien Franceschi, 19th Century.
Large Sculpture in Patinated Bronze by Louis Julien Franceschi, 19th Century.

Large Sculpture in Patinated Bronze by Louis Julien Franceschi, 19th Century.

$11,354

Large Sculpture in Patinated Bronze by Louis Julien Franceschi, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Large sculpture in patinated bronze by Louis Julien Franceschi, 19th century. Bronze sculpture representing fortune by Louis Julien Franceschi, Napoleon III period, 19th century. D...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Napoleon III Exotic Burlwood Jewelry/ Table Box, France, Circa 1870s
Napoleon III Exotic Burlwood Jewelry/ Table Box, France, Circa 1870s

Napoleon III Exotic Burlwood Jewelry/ Table Box, France, Circa 1870s

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

Napoleon III Exotic Burlwood Jewelry/ Table Box, France, Circa 1870s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Napoleon III Exotic Burlwood Jewelry/Table Box France, circa 1870s A stunning Napoleon III exotic burlwood jewelry/table box from France, circa 1870s. This exquisite 19th-century wo...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Brass

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Vase
19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Vase

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Vase

$800

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Vase

Located in Roma, IT

19th Century French Crystal and Bronze Vase Beautiful, elegant and rare small jewellery box in crystal and gilded bronze. It has a top opening with a clip closure. The upper part of ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century
Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

$315

Inkwell In Gilt Bronze And Crystal, 19th century

Located in Bilzen, BE

Inkwell in gilded bronze and crystal from the second half of the 19th century Original gilding in perfect condition 19th century, Napoleon III 8.2 x 10.6 cm, total height 8.2 cm

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Mid 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Ormolu and Crystal Candelabra
Mid 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Ormolu and Crystal Candelabra

Mid 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Ormolu and Crystal Candelabra

$14,500 / set

Mid 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Ormolu and Crystal Candelabra

By Baccarat

Located in Chicago, IL

An imposing and finely crafted pair of mid-19th-century French girandoles in the Louis XVI Revival style, each modeled as a standing classical caryatid in richly gilded bronze, suppo...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Ormolu

Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century
Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century

Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century

$322

Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Wood Pen Holder, Black and gold Color Japan 19th Century

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19th Century Japanese Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood

Fake Book Concealing Two Liqueur Decanters, Napoleon III Style, 20th Century.
Fake Book Concealing Two Liqueur Decanters, Napoleon III Style, 20th Century.

Fake Book Concealing Two Liqueur Decanters, Napoleon III Style, 20th Century.

$896

Fake Book Concealing Two Liqueur Decanters, Napoleon III Style, 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Fake book concealing a small liqueur cabinet from the early 20th century, Napoleon III style, comprising two liqueur decanters with four small crystal glasses, one decanter broken at...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Wood

Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mantel Clock
Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mantel Clock

Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mantel Clock

$537

Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Greven, DE

French Mantel Clock Paris, circa 1870 Black marble with gilt bronze mounts Dimensions: H × W × D: 41 x 23 x 12 cm Description: Case in black marble with richly chased and gilt bro...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$4,302 / set

Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of Paris porcelain vases, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Pair of 19th century vases in Paris porcelain, Napoleon III period. H: 38cm, W: 23cm, D: 16cm Please contact us b...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Napoleon Iii decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

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