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Napoleon III Furniture

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.)

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Style: Napoleon III
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Marquetry Vanity Table or Side Table
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Marquetry Vanity Table or Side Table

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Marquetry Vanity Table or Side Table

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid nineteenth century French Napoleon III period marquetry side table is constructed of walnut. Called a "travailleuse" in French, it was originally used as a lady's work table...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Baccarat, Green Opaline Snake Vase, France, 1880
Baccarat, Green Opaline Snake Vase, France, 1880

Baccarat, Green Opaline Snake Vase, France, 1880

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end antique crystal vase made by Baccarat. The vase in green opaline and gold net decorated with a snake in white and gold encircling the neck. Dimensions...

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1810s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Crystal

Mid 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Painted Black and Gold Floor Easel
Mid 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Painted Black and Gold Floor Easel

Mid 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Painted Black and Gold Floor Easel

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid nineteenth century French Napoleon III period ebonized floor easel features gold painted detailing of scrolling acanthus leaves at the top and a central rosette on the stret...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ash, Giltwood

French 19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Cabinet
French 19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Cabinet

French 19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Cabinet

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A magnificent cabinet from 19th century France (Napoleon III) carved with a paneled design, architectural and Neoclassical elements over the ebonized exterior which enhances the magn...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

Monumental Napoleon III Marble Fireplace Mantel - Symbolic Doves of Peace
Monumental Napoleon III Marble Fireplace Mantel - Symbolic Doves of Peace

Monumental Napoleon III Marble Fireplace Mantel - Symbolic Doves of Peace

Located in Beervelde, BE

Extraordinary and monumental 19th century Napoleon III Carrara marble fireplace mantel, masterfully sculpted during the height of the Second Empire period (circa 1850–1880). This exc...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Carrara Marble

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 15" High
A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 15" High

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ by Clesinger and Barbedienne, 15" 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 Furniture

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Bronze

Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet
Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet

Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is chestnut, a warm rich chocolate brown. Res...

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21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Furniture

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Metal

EUTROPE BOURET 1870 Napoleon III French Sculpture of Cupid In Gilded Bronze
EUTROPE BOURET 1870 Napoleon III French Sculpture of Cupid In Gilded Bronze

EUTROPE BOURET 1870 Napoleon III French Sculpture of Cupid In Gilded Bronze

By Eutrope Bouret

Located in Miami, FL

Sculpture of cupid by Eutrope Bouret (1833-1906). This is a fantastic sculpture created in Paris France during the Napoleon III period, by Eutrope Bouret, back in 1860-1870. The scu...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Gold, Bronze

Antique French Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Brass Tortoiseshell Keepsake Box 13
Antique French Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Brass Tortoiseshell Keepsake Box 13

Antique French Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Brass Tortoiseshell Keepsake Box 13

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Napoleon III era French Marquetry Boulle box. Red and black tortoiseshell with foliate brass inlay. Decoration on top includes the monogram LS. Rectangular form ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

Napoleon III Period Gilt French Mirror Circa 1860
Napoleon III Period Gilt French Mirror Circa 1860

Napoleon III Period Gilt French Mirror Circa 1860

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Napoleon III period gilt French Mirror, circa 1860. Repetitive motif borders - beading along the mirror plate followed by a flat border to a modified acanthus leaf border and boldly ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Mirror, Wood, Paint

Antique French Napoleon III 'Hercules and the Snake' Fireback / Backsplash
Antique French Napoleon III 'Hercules and the Snake' Fireback / Backsplash

Antique French Napoleon III 'Hercules and the Snake' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Napoleon III 'Hercules and the Snake' fireback / backsplash. The fireback is made of cast iron and is black / pewter colored. The fireback is in a good condition...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron

1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs
1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs

1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Pair of 1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchairs, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric. These elegant lounge chairs feature a beautifully sculpted backrest...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

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Velvet, Beech

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Black Lacquer Prayer Chair or Prie Dieu
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Black Lacquer Prayer Chair or Prie Dieu

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Black Lacquer Prayer Chair or Prie Dieu

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid nineteenth century French Napoleon III period black lacquer prayer chair, or prie-dieu in French, features a central medallion with Madonna and child in mother of pearl inla...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Mother-of-Pearl, Mohair, Lacquer

Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Tole Tray Table With Removable Trays
Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Tole Tray Table With Removable Trays

Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Tole Tray Table With Removable Trays

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This early twentieth century French tole tray table is painted yellow with black detailing. Its two removable trays feature central lyre motifs and are detailed with a leaf motif. Ea...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Tin

Antique Armchairs Reupholsted Chauffeuse Napoleon III French late 19th Centuty
Antique Armchairs Reupholsted Chauffeuse Napoleon III French late 19th Centuty

Antique Armchairs Reupholsted Chauffeuse Napoleon III French late 19th Centuty

Located in Labrit, Landes

Chauffeuse little armchair French of the Napoleon III period circa 1880. The feets are in wood, the fauteuil has been recently reupholstered and recovered. Antique, 19th century. Sol...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Upholstery, Beech

19th Century French Napoleon III Spring Driven Roasting Jack
19th Century French Napoleon III Spring Driven Roasting Jack

19th Century French Napoleon III Spring Driven Roasting Jack

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Functional and beautiful 19th century French Napoleon III roasting jack made of cast iron, wrought iron, brass and copper. It is used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace. The set cons...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French Napoleon III Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate, 19th Century
Antique French Napoleon III Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate, 19th Century

Antique French Napoleon III Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate, 19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Napoleon III fireplace grate, made of cast iron and wrought iron. The andirons represent Alsace. The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional.

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Upholstered Stools
Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Upholstered Stools

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Upholstered Stools

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of 19th century walnut stools from France with newly upholstered seats in linen, and finished with a single welt. The seats are supported on lovely walnut frames, which have wo...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Linen, Walnut

Louis XV Style Giltwood Mirror, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1880
Louis XV Style Giltwood Mirror, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1880

Louis XV Style Giltwood Mirror, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1880

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite French mirror dates to the late 19th century and is a superb example of Rococo revival craftsmanship. The frame is richly decorated with hand-carved floral and acanthu...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet
Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet

Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet

By Saint Honore Les Bains

Located in London, GB

France, 1860s. Attributed to a Parisian Atelier, Faubourg Saint-Antoine District. This exceptional mid-19th-century Crapaud (toad) chair is a quintessential example of Second Empire French upholstery. Known for its low-slung, enveloping silhouette, it features a deep-buttoned back and original documentary moss-toned velvet. The piece is richly detailed with traditional French passementerie, including hand-twisted rope piping and a substantial bullion fringe. Supported by ebonized turned legs on original brass and ceramic castors, this chair perfectly captures the faded elegance of a Parisian salon. The olive-drab velvet has aged with remarkable grace, now worn to a distressed, matte, suede-like finish. This authentic age-tone and surface wear lend the piece a stately home provenance and a quiet depth that modern reproductions cannot replicate. A masterfully hand-crafted piece featuring traditional bench-made joinery. The chair utilizes hand-tied coil springs and hand-tufted deep-buttoning, showcasing the labor-intensive artisanal techniques of the 1860s. the quality of the ebonized turnings and the precision of the hand-tufting suggests the work of a premier Parisian 'tapissier' (upholsterer). The design is closely aligned with the 'confortable' style popularized by Maison Fournier...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche
French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Cast Iron French Safe or Strong Box From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this French Safe Cast Iron Strong Box by Bauche. The Safe of rectangular form made from cast iron with extensive riveting and twin loop handles. The safe has two escutcheon covers to the front, the left is the genuine lock which turns to reveal the keyhole and the right is a dummy for symmetry. The top of the box is fitted with a plaque that reads in French Incombustible Systeme Bauche Brevete S.G.D.G usine A Gueux Marne (Incombustible System Bauche Patented S.G.D.G factory A Gueux Marne). The interior of the safe has been lined in a gunmetal grey cushioned velvet to give cushioning to your most treasured objects. Has Key and fully working lock. The French Safe dates to the second half of the 19th century during the reign of Napoleon III circa 1865. Henry Bauche Bauche Safes...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron

French Wrought Iron Daybed, 19th C.
French Wrought Iron Daybed, 19th C.

French Wrought Iron Daybed, 19th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

French Wrought Iron Daybed, 19th century, atop casters. 46.5" H x 74.5" W x 40.25" D. Provenance: From the Collection of Laura and Lewis Kruger.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wrought Iron

19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus
19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus

19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Step into the elegance of 19th-century France with this magnificent antique liquor cabinet, likely crafted from fine walnut wood. Known for its ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

19th Century French Porcelain Vase, Gilt Floral Design, Napoleon III
19th Century French Porcelain Vase, Gilt Floral Design, Napoleon III

19th Century French Porcelain Vase, Gilt Floral Design, Napoleon III

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite vase, dating from the late 19th in France, showcases a stunning floral design embellished with luxurious gold accents. The intricate craftsmanship highlights the elega...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

French Napoleon III Style Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 20th Century
French Napoleon III Style Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 20th Century

French Napoleon III Style Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 20th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

20th-century French Napoleon III Style fire grate. Made of cast iron andirons and a recently forged grate. The condition is good. The width at the front is 68.5 cm / 27.0 inches.

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20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of French Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases for the Orientalist Market
Pair of French Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases for the Orientalist Market

Pair of French Paris Porcelain Hand Painted Vases for the Orientalist Market

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of French Paris porcelain hand painted Vases for the orientalist market, circa 1870. Each vase is beautifully hand painted with scenes of Sultan and Sultana, and the tops a...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock
French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This 19th century clock is stunning with its diamond shaped rippling clock frame of ebony painted wood. Mother-of-pearl floral and foliate designs are inlaid in differently stained m...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Hardwood, Porcelain

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century
Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century

Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III gilded ormolu and Limoges enamel jewellery casket, Circa 1870 in date. The hinged lid having a beautiful finely painted miniature Limoges en...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ormolu

Late 19th-Century French Equestrian Prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras
Late 19th-Century French Equestrian Prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras

Late 19th-Century French Equestrian Prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras

By Auguste Legras

Located in Glasgow, GB

Late 19th-Century French Equestrian chromolithograph prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras. Capturing the exhilarating energy of equestrian steeplechase scenes, as originally...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer, Paper

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut
19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant French folding ladder, crafted in walnut and dating from the late 19th century, is a rare piece that combines practicality with refined craftsmanship. Featuring six step...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Walnut

Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque
Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque

Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque

A pair antique French gilt bronze and crystal candelabras/ four light sconces. Design in the maner: Baccarat, Bagues, Paul Garnier Style: Napoleon III, Belle Epoque, Antique, Louis V...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool
1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool

1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A pretty Napoleon III fireside slipper chair, with deep-buttoned back rest, luxurious yellow velvet upholstery and a plush sprung seat. Dating f...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wood, Velvet

Magnificent Second Empire Chandelier Crystal Gold Antique Napoleon III
Magnificent Second Empire Chandelier Crystal Gold Antique Napoleon III

Magnificent Second Empire Chandelier Crystal Gold Antique Napoleon III

Located in Berlin, DE

Magnificent Second Empire Chandelier A stunning original chandelier in the Napoleon III style, embodying the elegance and grandeur of the 19th century. This exquisite piece feature...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940
Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant French mid-20th century Napoleon III style crapaud armchair, sourced in Provence, France. The chair presents the enveloping silhouette typical of the style, with a rounded...

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Velvet, Hardwood

Hand Forged French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Hand Forged French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century

Hand Forged French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

19th century French Napoleon III andirons period made of hand forged wrought iron. The andirons are in a good condition and fit for use in the fireplace.

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wrought Iron

19th Century French Napoleon III Giltwood Wall Mirror with Mercury Glass
19th Century French Napoleon III Giltwood Wall Mirror with Mercury Glass

19th Century French Napoleon III Giltwood Wall Mirror with Mercury Glass

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A fine rectangular Napoleon III full length mirror, in gilded wood and moulded plaster, which can be positioned horizontally or vertically. This characterful old mirror has intricate...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Giltwood, Mirror

Fine Antique French Style Chaise With Custom Fabric
Fine Antique French Style Chaise With Custom Fabric

Fine Antique French Style Chaise With Custom Fabric

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine Antique Chaise with sinuous lines, strongly carved cabriole legs, rolled back, pierced and carved wood frame and custom upholstery. The fabric treatment is a Champagne tone nu...

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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Fabric, Mahogany

Antique French Bronze & Marble Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock Napoleon III
Antique French Bronze & Marble Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock Napoleon III

Antique French Bronze & Marble Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock Napoleon III

Located in Labrit, Landes

Napoleon III French two marbles mantel clock late 19th century circa 1890. Set of a clock and two pedestals. Mercury pendulum The French movement of the clock will be checked befor...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Marble, Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack
19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack

19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Functional and beautiful 19th century French Napoleon III roasting jack made of cast iron, wrought iron, brass and copper. It is used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace. The set cons...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Iron, Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Wooden Cigar Carrousel with Music
Late 19th Century Wooden Cigar Carrousel with Music

Late 19th Century Wooden Cigar Carrousel with Music

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful antique wooden cigar carousel, with music. Made in France, late 19th century. When you turn the knob on the top, all panels turn at the same time. The panels are hand-pai...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

Table clock Sterling Silver fired Enamel on a sunburst Guilloché Salimbeni
Table clock Sterling Silver fired Enamel on a sunburst Guilloché Salimbeni

Table clock Sterling Silver fired Enamel on a sunburst Guilloché Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Table clock in 925/1000 sterling silver gold-plated with translucent fired enamel on a sunburst guilloché, with various ornaments in Napoleon III Empire style, late 19th century. The...

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1980s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

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Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate

19th Century Porcelain Dinner Service from the Maison Charles Pillivuyt et Cie
19th Century Porcelain Dinner Service from the Maison Charles Pillivuyt et Cie

19th Century Porcelain Dinner Service from the Maison Charles Pillivuyt et Cie

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A gorgeous dinner service from the Maison Charles Pillivuyt et Cie, a manufacturer of high-quality porcelain founded in 1818. Each piece is hand-painted with a delicate rose- pink bo...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

Louis XV Style Porcelain Openwork Fruit Basket, 19th Century
Louis XV Style Porcelain Openwork Fruit Basket, 19th Century

Louis XV Style Porcelain Openwork Fruit Basket, 19th Century

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An elegant old Paris porcelain reticulated compote, or fruit basket, crafted in the Louis XV style, and raised on an ornately decorated pedestal and square base. This oval basket, wi...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

19th Century Crucifix - Gilt Bronze - Napoleon III - Serpent & Sunburst Details
19th Century Crucifix - Gilt Bronze - Napoleon III - Serpent & Sunburst Details

19th Century Crucifix - Gilt Bronze - Napoleon III - Serpent & Sunburst Details

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

This refined French Napoleon III–style crucifix is crafted in richly gilt bronze, displaying a magnificent glow and a beautifully aged patina. The figure of Christ is rendered with r...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble, Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table
Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table

Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table

A rare and striking antique French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) convertible rafraichissoir wine cooler drinks table by the ébéniste to the Emperor Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan (1813-1892) Crafted by Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan, the esteemed cabinetmaker to Napoléon III, this wine table is a remarkable example of 19th-century European artistry, ingenuity, and fine craftsmanship. Executed in timeless Louis XV style, ebonized fruitwood featuring sophisticated Boule style Queen marquetry with inlays of mother of pearl and brass, adorned with ornate patinated bronze mounts, having a pierced brass galleried top fitted with a cartouche shaped handled serving tray, lifting to reveal a spacious open well with removable ice bin metal liner. Over an elegant scalloped apron, rising on long shapely cabriole legs affixed with eye-screws to accommodate the serving tray converting it to a stretcher style lower shelf, terminating on casters. circa 1860 Signed, retaining the original metal label that reads "TAHAN FOURNISSEUR DE L’ EMPEREUR Paris" (Tahan Supplier of the Emperor) to the interior compartment. Could also be used a bar cart, tea service table...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Metal, Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Aubusson Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Napoleon III Style
19th Century French Aubusson Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Napoleon III Style

19th Century French Aubusson Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Napoleon III Style

Located in Vero Beach, FL

French Aubusson rug, 19th century Napoleon III Characteristic French Aubusson rug of the late Baroque style. Distinguished by an ivory background, a floral medallion, defined by sinuous Rococo scrolls with elegant ornamentation of flowers, floats majestically on this classical French Aubusson. handwoven by great tapestry artists...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wool

Napoleon III Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Crown, France, Circa 1870
Napoleon III Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Crown, France, Circa 1870

Napoleon III Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Crown, France, Circa 1870

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Napoleon III Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Crown, France, Circa 1870 A rare and unusual Napoleon III patinated bronze and ormolu crown from France, circa 1870. This distinctive work fea...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Exquisite Neo-Grec Ormolu & Champleve Enamel Jardiniere by Barbedienne & Sévin
Exquisite Neo-Grec Ormolu & Champleve Enamel Jardiniere by Barbedienne & Sévin

Exquisite Neo-Grec Ormolu & Champleve Enamel Jardiniere by Barbedienne & Sévin

By Ferdinand Barbedienne, Louis-Constant Sevin

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A French Neo-Grec Ormolu and Champlevé Enamel Jardinière by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Louis-Constant Sévin, circa 1870 An outstanding ormolu-mounted and champlevé enamel jardinière,...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Enamel, Ormolu

Table clock blue enamel Swiss mechanical skeletal movement. Salimbeni
Table clock blue enamel Swiss mechanical skeletal movement. Salimbeni

Table clock blue enamel Swiss mechanical skeletal movement. Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Table clock in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fire enamel on guilloché and fine hand engravings. The clock has a base of cm. 4 x 10 and is rectangular cm. 8 x...

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1980s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Napoleon III French 19th C. Ebonized Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wall Clock
Antique Napoleon III French 19th C. Ebonized Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wall Clock

Antique Napoleon III French 19th C. Ebonized Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wall Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 19th Century Napoleon III Era French wall clock by Sarda Besancon. Features an oviform with serpentine ebonized wood and a glass face. The beautiful clock face is enameled porcel...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Glass, Hardwood

18th-19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack
18th-19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack

18th-19th Century French Napoleon III Clockwork Roasting Jack

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Functional 18th - 19th century French Napoleon III roasting jack made of cast iron, wrought iron, brass and copper. It is used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Iron, Wrought Iron

Cigar Case Carved In Wood, 19th Century
Cigar Case Carved In Wood, 19th Century

Cigar Case Carved In Wood, 19th Century

Located in Bilzen, BE

Cigar case, 19th century, finely carved from a single piece of wood Aged patina 14 x 7cm

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th–Early 20th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Bath Tub
Late 19th–Early 20th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Bath Tub

Late 19th–Early 20th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Bath Tub

Located in New York, NY

Antique Copper Bath Tub Late 19th–early 20th century This impressive antique copper bath tub exemplifies the transition from utilitarian hygiene to refined domestic luxury at the tu...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Copper

Pair of Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Armchairs
Pair of Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Armchairs

Pair of Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Armchairs

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of 19th century armchairs, Napoleon III period. The armchairs have been restored and the upholstery has been replaced with a beautiful Italian Brocade...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brocade, Beech

Napoleon III Marquetry Side Table, France, circa 1870
Napoleon III Marquetry Side Table, France, circa 1870

Napoleon III Marquetry Side Table, France, circa 1870

Located in Atlanta, GA

This refined Napoleon III side table, dating to around 1870, embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of 19th-century France. The shaped top is beautifully inlaid with marquetry, depi...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

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