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Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

EMPIRE STYLE

From 1804–15, Napoléon I reigned as the emperor of France, bringing the country into a new era of opulence after the fall of the monarchy and the tumultuous years of the French Revolution. He declared, “We must have very solid things, made to last 100 years.” Empire-style furniture followed suit, with imposing pieces constructed from mahogany and adorned with gilded ornaments. Expanding on the neoclassicism popularized in the previous century — such as in ​​Louis XVI style — Empire style borrowed from the great civilizations of antiquity, from Egypt to Greece and Rome, to connect this nascent empire to the power of the past.

Napoléon I believed the production of fine furniture would reflect the stature of the republic, with his official architects Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine leading the way with their work on his residences.

Luxurious materials, symmetrical shapes and bold colors characterize antique Empire-style bedroom furniture, armchairs, cabinets and other structures, with frequent motifs including mythological creatures, geometric designs, acanthus leaves, eagles, bees (the imperial emblem) and swans, a favorite of Empress Joséphine.

Flat surfaces, like marble tabletops, were accented with decadent details, such as the bronze furniture mounts made by sculptor Pierre-Philippe Thomire for the French palaces. Martin-Guillaume Biennais, who worked as the imperial goldsmith, crafted intricate luxury objects that mixed wood, fine metal, mother-of-pearl and ivory. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

The style became popular abroad, influencing the American Empire style. Stately pieces carved with sprigs of olives by cabinetmaker Pierre-Antoine Bellange were acquired by American President James Monroe for the White House in 1817.

Find a collection of antique Empire tables, lighting, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Empire
Baccarat Harcourt 48 Piece Set, Water, Red Wine, White Wine, Champagne Glasses
Baccarat Harcourt 48 Piece Set, Water, Red Wine, White Wine, Champagne Glasses

Baccarat Harcourt 48 Piece Set, Water, Red Wine, White Wine, Champagne Glasses

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Estate Baccarat Harcourt 48 piece set, 12 water, 12 red wine, 12 white wine, 12 champagne coupe glasses France, 20th Century Each piece has been examined and is in excellent conditio...

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20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Baccarat Malmaison Set of 12 Hand-Crafted Crystal Wine Glasses, 1910
Baccarat Malmaison Set of 12 Hand-Crafted Crystal Wine Glasses, 1910

Baccarat Malmaison Set of 12 Hand-Crafted Crystal Wine Glasses, 1910

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Fine estate Baccarat Malmaison set of twelve wine glasses 20th Century Named after the famed Chateau de Malmaison, Empress Josephine's favorite residence, this is one of Baccarat's ...

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20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

45-Piece Dinner Set - Leclair Limoges - Classic Design with Gold Laurel Trims
45-Piece Dinner Set - Leclair Limoges - Classic Design with Gold Laurel Trims

45-Piece Dinner Set - Leclair Limoges - Classic Design with Gold Laurel Trims

By Limoges

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful porcelain dining set, made by the French brand Limoges, complete for 12 people. A classic and timeless design, with gilded edges, a laurel border, and gold accents. The s...

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1960s French Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

Large Estate Christofle Empire Style Four Piece Caviar Serving Set
Large Estate Christofle Empire Style Four Piece Caviar Serving Set

Large Estate Christofle Empire Style Four Piece Caviar Serving Set

By Christofle

Located in New York, NY

Fine large and impressive estate Christofle Empire style caviar serving set Pattern: 4224590 Classic French elegance, this superb scarce four piece caviar set epitomizes luxury and refinement. Composed of an outer two handled presentation dish for ice, a crystal bowl for caviar, a cross bar stand for the caviar bowl and a lid. The handles with attractive stylized sea shell motifs, ideal for serving caviar. This fine Christofle caviar...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal, Silver Plate

19th-Century Empire French Solid Silver Coffee Pot or Ewer
19th-Century Empire French Solid Silver Coffee Pot or Ewer

19th-Century Empire French Solid Silver Coffee Pot or Ewer

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This refined French Empire period coffee pot, or ewer, dates from the early years of the 19th-century and is crafted in solid silver. The elegant silhouette, balanced proportions and...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Large Russian Imperial Brass Samovar Set
Early 20th Century Large Russian Imperial Brass Samovar Set

Early 20th Century Large Russian Imperial Brass Samovar Set

Located in Germantown, MD

A gorgeous, early 20th century large Russian imperial brass samovar set. Tray and bowl included. Measures 16" in width, 16" in depth and stands 22.5" tall.

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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

English Silver Plate Biscuit Box or Tea Caddy
English Silver Plate Biscuit Box or Tea Caddy

English Silver Plate Biscuit Box or Tea Caddy

Located in New York, NY

An English sterling silver plate covered biscuit box or tea caddy with hinged finial lid top, attached claw footed gallery tray, and exterior repou...

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20th Century English Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Gilt Paris Porcelain Jug and Basin
19th Century Gilt Paris Porcelain Jug and Basin

19th Century Gilt Paris Porcelain Jug and Basin

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A superb early 19th century Empire period wash basin (with saucer) and tall pitcher, beautifully crafted from Old Paris Porcelain and featuring a very striking hand-painted polychrom...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain, Paint

Porcelaine de Paris, Manufacture Neppel - Set of 9 handpainted flower plates
Porcelaine de Paris, Manufacture Neppel - Set of 9 handpainted flower plates

Porcelaine de Paris, Manufacture Neppel - Set of 9 handpainted flower plates

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in DELFT, NL

A rare and exceptionally charming set of nine hand-painted Paris porcelain plates, each featuring a distinct botanical motif. The plates are individually identified with the flower’s...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

19th C. Kirk & Son "Repoussé" 117-Piece Sterling Silver Flat Service, 111.8 Oz
19th C. Kirk & Son "Repoussé" 117-Piece Sterling Silver Flat Service, 111.8 Oz

19th C. Kirk & Son "Repoussé" 117-Piece Sterling Silver Flat Service, 111.8 Oz

By Kirk & Son

Located in Germantown, MD

A S. Kirk & Son, Sterling Silver Repousse set of flatware. 117 gorgeous pieces. Hand chased and hand decorated by prominent American silversmith Samuel Kirk who introduced the Repou...

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19th Century American Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8
Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8

Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Historically significant Baccarat Empire Simson Armorial Crest stemware service for 8 - champagne, wine, water and liqueur glasses and two superb wine decanters, each piece bearing the Simson crest 19th Century The Armorial crest is almost certainly that of Sampson Simson (1780-1857), a Jewish American philanthropist most notably remembered as the Father of Mount Sinai Hospital. Simson was born in Danbury, CT and expressed an early interest in law, attending Columbia University where he studied under Aaron Burr. He was admitted to the bar in 1802 and became one of the first Jewish lawyers in New York City. He retired several years later to devote himself to charitable work. In 1852, nine men, including Sampson Simpson, joined together to establish the Jew's Hospital in New York which later became Mount Sinai Hospital. Simson served as the first president of the hospital's Board of Directors, personally covering many of the expenses and donating the land upon which the hospital was originally built on West 28th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. Baccarat introduced their iconic Harcourt pattern in 1841 and this service is from approximately the same time period, circa 1850. The Baccarat Empire pattern elevates the Harcourt design model with fine gilded decoration identical at the foot and rim to the Simson service. Armorial crests were executed by special commission which included the 1828 Louis de Bourbon Ewer, the Duke of Aosta service, Service de L'Elysee, Countess of Paris Service and those of other prominent individuals. The service includes: Wine decanter with handle: 10.5 inches high, 5.5 inches diameter Wine Decanter: 10.38 inches high, 5 inches diameter 8 champagne coupes: 5 inches high, 4 inches diameter 8 wine glasses: 5 inches high, 2.63 inches diameter 8 water glasses: 6.63 inches high, 3.57 inches diameter 8 liqueur glasses: 4.13 inches high, 2.13 inches diameter Condition: Very Good. very light age appropriate surface wear Baccarat registered its trademark in 1860 at which time a paper label began to be attached to pieces, very few of these labels have survived. Prior to this period, Baccarat pieces were unsigned, with the exception of some early paperweights bearing the letter B. Early Baccarat is identified by quality, pattern and references. References: Christie's, Auction 2814, January 23, 2014 for a silver brandy warmer by Myer Myers with an identical crest, the lot essay identifying the crest as that of Sampson Simson _ we are grateful to Jill Waddell, Christie's VP, Senior Specialist, Silver Department for her assistance with identifying the Simson crest. A Baccarat wine decanter...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire
119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful set of silver plated tableware from the French brand SFAM (Société Française d'Alliage de Métaux). The cutlery is beautifully decorated in Empire style. SFAM ceased to exis...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain. Antique gravy boat in porcelain.
Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain. Antique gravy boat in porcelain.

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain. Antique gravy boat in porcelain.

Located in København, Copenhagen

PRE-OWNED GOODS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT TARIFFS FOR U.S., UK, AUSTRALIAN & CANADIAN CUSTOMERS. THEREFORE, NO IMPORT TARIFFS WILL BE APPLICABLE TO YOUR PURCHASE. Royal Copenhagen ...

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1820s Danish Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Richard Ginori Pittoria Italy "Pincio Green" 103 Piece Dinner Set, Circa 1980
Richard Ginori Pittoria Italy "Pincio Green" 103 Piece Dinner Set, Circa 1980

Richard Ginori Pittoria Italy "Pincio Green" 103 Piece Dinner Set, Circa 1980

By Richard Ginori

Located in CH

Richard Ginori “Pincio Green” Dinner Set This exquisite Pincio Green dinner set by Richard Ginori is distinguished by an imperial green band enriched with gold flowers and leaves, bordered by a green ribbon and a delicate pattern of small gold arches, all set against a pristine white porcelain background. Each piece in the set bears the Richard Ginori green...

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1980s Italian Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

China Dinner Service for 6 by Richard Ginori Black Onice Rim, Gold Trim & Verge
China Dinner Service for 6 by Richard Ginori Black Onice Rim, Gold Trim & Verge

China Dinner Service for 6 by Richard Ginori Black Onice Rim, Gold Trim & Verge

By Richard Ginori

Located in Roma, IT

A Tableware set in very fine porcelain made in Italy between the 60s and 70s by the Doccia factory "Richard Ginori". Richard Ginori is an historic Italian ceramic's factory founded in Tuscany, in Sesto Fiorentino, near Florence, of which Gio Ponti was creative director for 10 years. This dinnerware is part of a Manufacture collection inspired by the elegant lines of the Empire style and which was out of stock for a long time. Now, the new ownership of the brand, recently purchased by the Gucci Group, has included the Contessa collection back in the range but without the subtle tone-on-tone trim that embellished the gold encrusted rim. We could say that this vintage dinner service...

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1980s Italian Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

English Caviar Dish
English Caviar Dish

English Caviar Dish

$500Sale Price|25% Off

English Caviar Dish

Located in New York, NY

An English gold metal over silver plate and glass caviar covered dish with lion paw feet, in the Empire style, circa mid-20th century, England. Piece has an easy rolltop lid with cut...

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Mid-20th Century English Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal, Silver Plate

Fine Estate Baccarat Crystal Empire Style Jonzac Decanter
Fine Estate Baccarat Crystal Empire Style Jonzac Decanter

Fine Estate Baccarat Crystal Empire Style Jonzac Decanter

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Fine estate Baccarat decanter in the rare Jonzac pattern which pairs beautifully with Empire and Harcourt patterns- the stopper is identical to Harcourt an...

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20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinto a Mano Anni 60
Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinto a Mano Anni 60

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinto a Mano Anni 60

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Milano, MI

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen dipinta a mano, realizzata negli anni '60 Ø cm 21 La porcellana di Meissen è considerata uno dei primi e più pregiati esempi di porcellana europea. ...

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1960s German Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Music Box handpainted miniature with Swiss Mechanism by Maison Reuge Salimbeni
Music Box handpainted miniature with Swiss Mechanism by Maison Reuge Salimbeni

Music Box handpainted miniature with Swiss Mechanism by Maison Reuge Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Exquisite Reuge S.A. Musical Table Box Description:Discover a stunning large rectangular table box featuring elegantly concave corners, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of th...

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1970s Italian Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate

Set of three Neoclassical Italian Porcelain Plates
Set of three Neoclassical Italian Porcelain Plates

Set of three Neoclassical Italian Porcelain Plates

By Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea 1

Located in New York, NY

Set of three Neoclassical Italian Porcelain Plates. Three Real Fabbrica hand painted and gilded Naples Neoclassical Empire soup plates with central roundels depicting jewel toned my...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Empire Amphora Vases in Gilded Porcelain with Handles of Swans
19th Century Empire Amphora Vases in Gilded Porcelain with Handles of Swans

19th Century Empire Amphora Vases in Gilded Porcelain with Handles of Swans

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this fantastic pair of porcelain amphora vases, Empire period, first half of the 19th century. The two vases are characterized by a rich decoration. The attention is certa...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Zuppiera Centrotavola in Porcellana di Herend Rothschild Anni 70
Zuppiera Centrotavola in Porcellana di Herend Rothschild Anni 70

Zuppiera Centrotavola in Porcellana di Herend Rothschild Anni 70

By Herend

Located in Milano, MI

Zuppiera centrotavola in porcellana di Herend, decoro Rothschild, realizzata negli anni '70 Ø cm 30 Ø cm 26 h cm 13 Le porcellane Herend sono tra le più prestigiose e ricercate al ...

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1970s Hungarian Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

12 Limoges Raised Gilt Enameled Napoleonic Plates, circa 1900
12 Limoges Raised Gilt Enameled Napoleonic Plates, circa 1900

12 Limoges Raised Gilt Enameled Napoleonic Plates, circa 1900

By Charles Ahrenfeldt

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

12 Limoges raised gilt enameled Napoleonic plates, circa 1900, each one decorated with gilt laurel surround, filled with golden bees, the center with Napoleonic crest of laurel wreath and monogrammed 'N'. The porcelain is made by Charles Ahrenfeldt Limoges...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Pair of Empire Period Porcelain Campana Vases, Parisian, circa 1815
Pair of Empire Period Porcelain Campana Vases, Parisian, circa 1815

Pair of Empire Period Porcelain Campana Vases, Parisian, circa 1815

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine pair of Paris porcelain vases, designed in campana form with the front featuring circular vignettes with landscape scenes, on the reverse are framed musical trophies created t...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Napoleonic Porcelain Soup Plates Set of 10 by Nast w/ French Imperial Decoration
Napoleonic Porcelain Soup Plates Set of 10 by Nast w/ French Imperial Decoration

Napoleonic Porcelain Soup Plates Set of 10 by Nast w/ French Imperial Decoration

By Nast

Located in Katonah, NY

This set of ten beautiful French porcelain soup plates was made by Nast, the Parisian factory renowned for producing porcelain for Napoleon and his imperial court. During the Napole...

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Early 19th Century Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Empire style Coffee Set Porcelain Darte Frères
Empire style Coffee Set Porcelain Darte Frères

Empire style Coffee Set Porcelain Darte Frères

By Darte Frères

Located in Paris, FR

Very rare coffee set composed of 5 pièces : 4 cups with their saucer, and 1 sugar bowl. Whole set in porcelain with stripes patterns made of gold. Handles are painted in red, with an Egyptian-style gilt figure on it. Inner part half gilt. Work from the early 19th century period, in the style of Empire or made during it. Signed with red letters stamped "DARTE / FRERES / A PARIS" on the saucer. Darte Frères was a Parisian porcelain...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup
Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup

Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup

By Dagoty

Located in Paris, FR

This very rare set of 12 delicate cups swan shape with their saucers is signed by Dagoty, one of the favorite manufacturers of Empress Joséphine's first Napoleon wife well known for ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Porcelaine de Paris - Ajour Centerpiece Coupe
Porcelaine de Paris - Ajour Centerpiece Coupe

Porcelaine de Paris - Ajour Centerpiece Coupe

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in DELFT, NL

Gilt Porcelaine de Paris Openwork Coupe Centerpiece to be placed centrally on the table, for fruit or flowers. Empire Style. French, 19th century center basket, rond form with reticu...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinta a Mano Anni 60
Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinta a Mano Anni 60

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen Dipinta a Mano Anni 60

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Milano, MI

Piatto in Porcellana di Meissen dipinta a mano, realizzata negli anni '60 Ø cm 21 La porcellana di Meissen è considerata uno dei primi e più pregiati esempi di porcellana europea. ...

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1960s German Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Att. Moser, Glassware Service (43 pieces), 1950s
Att. Moser, Glassware Service (43 pieces), 1950s

Att. Moser, Glassware Service (43 pieces), 1950s

By Saint Louis, Moser

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb glassware service composed of 43 pieces featuring glass cutting techniques in the style of Moser’s “Splendid” model, with gold thistle decorations along the rim reminiscent of...

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1950s Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Glass

Exceptional Russian Silver Goblet with Cloisonné Enamel
Exceptional Russian Silver Goblet with Cloisonné Enamel

Exceptional Russian Silver Goblet with Cloisonné Enamel

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Exceptional Russian Silver Goblet with Cloisonné Enamel – 1848 Exceptional Russian silver goblet (Goblet), crafted in solid silver and fine ename...

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1840s Russian Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver, Enamel

Mid-19th Century White Opaline Bowl with Brass Handle
Mid-19th Century White Opaline Bowl with Brass Handle

Mid-19th Century White Opaline Bowl with Brass Handle

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Denmark, we see this charming bowl with a etched brass handle used as a decorative piece as well as functional. This could be displayed on a coffee table as well used as ...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

Baccarat Harcourt 1841 Champagne Flutes Set of Six, Crystal, France
Baccarat Harcourt 1841 Champagne Flutes Set of Six, Crystal, France

Baccarat Harcourt 1841 Champagne Flutes Set of Six, Crystal, France

By Baccarat

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A wonderful vintage set of six Harcourt 1841 white wine glasses by Baccarat, France. Marked Baccarat, France in the bottom. No chipping or damage. Pure, powerful and elegant at the ...

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Late 20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

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

Antique Candlesticks Empire Pattern by WMF Art Nouveau Silverplated

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

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

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1890s German Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate, Pewter

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Cut Crystal Bronze Ormolu Urn Centerpiece
Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Cut Crystal Bronze Ormolu Urn Centerpiece

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Cut Crystal Bronze Ormolu Urn Centerpiece

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French Empire / neoclassical cut crystal and bronze ormolu mounted urn with lady figure handles centerpiece.  

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Early 20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

French Porcelain Brass Mounted Shepherd & Sheep Bonbonniere
French Porcelain Brass Mounted Shepherd & Sheep Bonbonniere

French Porcelain Brass Mounted Shepherd & Sheep Bonbonniere

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A delightful antique French figural shepherd with sheep metal mounted porcelain bonbonniere dating from the early 19th century. The bonbonniere is of oval shape and has a brass hinge...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

Estate Baccarat Empire Harcourt Pitcher
Estate Baccarat Empire Harcourt Pitcher

Estate Baccarat Empire Harcourt Pitcher

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Fine Baccarat Empire Harcourt cocktail/water pitcher. The Empire Harcourt pattern is one of Baccarat's most sought after designs. A classic since 1841, it has graced the tables of n...

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20th Century French Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Crystal

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

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

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

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

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1880s German Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

French Porcelain Compote Basket
French Porcelain Compote Basket

French Porcelain Compote Basket

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful French oval white and gold pierced Paris Porcelain compote basket tazza bowl in the Empire style, circa late 19th century, France...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

19th C.  French Silver Commemorative  Three-Dimensional Napoleon Portrait Spoon
19th C.  French Silver Commemorative  Three-Dimensional Napoleon Portrait Spoon

19th C. French Silver Commemorative Three-Dimensional Napoleon Portrait Spoon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th Century French Silver Commemorative 3-Dimensional Napoleon Portrait Spoon  Unmarked, France, 19th Century  A remarkable 19th-century French si...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver

Antique Signed 19th Century Figural Russian 84 Silver Pear Shaped Tea Strainer
Antique Signed 19th Century Figural Russian 84 Silver Pear Shaped Tea Strainer

Antique Signed 19th Century Figural Russian 84 Silver Pear Shaped Tea Strainer

By Pavel Ovchinnikov, Feodor Rückert, Karl Fabergé

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine mid-19th century Russian tea strainer. In 84 Zolotnik silver. By Carl Gustav Ekqvist of St. Petersburg. The figural bowl in the form of a pear supported by an intertwined '...

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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Viennese Empire Portal Clock With Caryatids And Gilded Fittings, Around 1810
Viennese Empire Portal Clock With Caryatids And Gilded Fittings, Around 1810

Viennese Empire Portal Clock With Caryatids And Gilded Fittings, Around 1810

By Viennese Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

Complete Vienna clock on six stocky ball feet made of alabaster, architecturally structured wooden case with fruitwood veneers in the shape of a portal, steps in front flanked by two...

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1810s Austrian Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Alabaster, Brass

Empire Style Silver & Crystal Swing-Handle Basket /Sphinx Decoration, C. 1820
Empire Style Silver & Crystal Swing-Handle Basket /Sphinx Decoration, C. 1820

Empire Style Silver & Crystal Swing-Handle Basket /Sphinx Decoration, C. 1820

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Empire Style Silver & Crystal Swing-Handle Basket with Sphinx Decoration, Continental, circa 1820–1850 Measurements: 7" high x 6" wide x 4.75" deep Interior Measurements of Crystal ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Nécessaire de Voyage
French Nécessaire de Voyage

French Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exceptional and rare French nécessaire de voyage is almost certainly the work of the highly respected Parisian manufacturer Pierre-Dominique ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver

19th Century Table Centrepiece (Surtout De Table) Paris 1825–1830 Fire-Gilded
19th Century Table Centrepiece (Surtout De Table) Paris 1825–1830 Fire-Gilded

19th Century Table Centrepiece (Surtout De Table) Paris 1825–1830 Fire-Gilded

Located in Epfach, DE

Table centrepiece (surtout de table), Paris, c. 1825–1830 This extraordinary centrepiece was created in Paris around 1825/1830, at a time when French table culture was experiencing ...

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1820s French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Bronze

Set of Ten Empire Floral Decorated Gilt Banded Plates
Set of Ten Empire Floral Decorated Gilt Banded Plates

Set of Ten Empire Floral Decorated Gilt Banded Plates

Located in New York, NY

Antique set of ten Empire white and gilt plates with center floral bouquets; with underglaze red markings for L. Ernie 61 Rue du Bac., France, early 180...

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Early 19th Century European Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set
19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Empire Old Paris porcelain tea and coffee set An early 19th Century Old Paris porcelain coffee, tea set with green painted French country scenes and gold paint. The gol...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup
Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup

Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup

By Kerafina Royal Porzellan KPM

Located in Kastrup, DK

KPM Porcelain cup decorated with a finely hand painted depiction of two women in nature. Inside with gilding (light wear to the gilding). KPM (Königlich...

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Early 19th Century German Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine Bleu Cobalt fin 19ième siècle
Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine Bleu Cobalt fin 19ième siècle

Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine Bleu Cobalt fin 19ième siècle

By Victoria Czechoslovakia

Located in London, England

Assiette décorative Victoria Austria en porcelaine, embellie d'un magnifique motif mythologique réalisé à la main. Avec sa prédominance en bleu cobalt accentuée de détails en ou vér...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Gold Leaf

French 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass with Bronze Rim
French 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass with Bronze Rim

French 19th Century Cobalt Blue Glass with Bronze Rim

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Denmark, a very versatile glass with a bronze rim. We see this piece being used for display, a cocktail glass as well as a penholder. We are very impressed with the unbea...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Art Glass

Small French Floral Painted Toleware Metal Vanity Tray
Small French Floral Painted Toleware Metal Vanity Tray

Small French Floral Painted Toleware Metal Vanity Tray

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small French decorated butterfly shaped tray featuring hand colored flowers. We see this versatile piece on a cocktail table or used on a vanity holding you're favorite jewelry or tr...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Metal

Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes Empire style Salimbeni
Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes Empire style Salimbeni

Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with stripes Empire style Salimbeni

By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

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

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1970s Italian Vintage Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

French Antique Silver Sugar Sifter with Floral Garlands
French Antique Silver Sugar Sifter with Floral Garlands

French Antique Silver Sugar Sifter with Floral Garlands

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine antique French silver sugar sifter decorated with floral garlands and dating from the early 19th century. The lightly made sugar sifter stands on a wide round foot with a gild...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver

Empire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire serveware, ceramics, silver and glass 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Baccarat, Giorgio Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni, and Christofle. 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 serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $56 and tops out at $126,260 while the average work can sell for $2,396.