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Empire Lighting

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
French Empire Neoclassical Doré Bronze Twelve-Light Tassel Chandelier Fixture
French Empire Neoclassical Doré Bronze Twelve-Light Tassel Chandelier Fixture

French Empire Neoclassical Doré Bronze Twelve-Light Tassel Chandelier Fixture

Located in Roslyn, NY

This wonderful doré bronze twelve-light chandelier has a wonderful top with draped swag, etched detail throughout and cherubs accenting the top. Measures: 24" W x 32" H.

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1940s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Superb Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier
Superb Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier

Superb Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier

Located in Rome, IT

Magnificent "Maria Theresa" (or Maria Teresa) Empire style traditional crystal chandelier features 24 lights and framework with a golden iron, with glass encased arms and rosettes. T...

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20th Century Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal

Elegant pair of French Empire style sconces
Elegant pair of French Empire style sconces

Elegant pair of French Empire style sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful pair of 1940's French empire style sconces, the patina is much nicer in person

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1940s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Empire Chandelier
19th Century French Empire Chandelier

19th Century French Empire Chandelier

Located in New Orleans, LA

A striking 19th-century French Empire chandelier, exquisitely crafted with neoclassical elegance. This grand fixture features a gilded bronze frame adorned with finely detailed motif...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Candelabra
Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Candelabra

Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Candelabra

Located in London, GB

Pair of French gilt bronze and patinated bronze candelabra French, 20th Century Height 108cm, width 37cm, depth 32cm A magnificent pair of 20th-century Empire-style candelabra, the...

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20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Large Pair of Spanish Empire Style 7-Light Crystal-Cut Chandeliers
Large Pair of Spanish Empire Style 7-Light Crystal-Cut Chandeliers

Large Pair of Spanish Empire Style 7-Light Crystal-Cut Chandeliers

Located in Berlin, DE

Large Pair of Spanish Empire Style 7-Light Crystal-Cut Chandeliers, in the Style of the Spanish Royal Factory of Glass and Crystal of La Granja A large pair of Empire style 7-light ...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Empire, Impressive Pendant Light, Dore Bronze, Crystal, France, 19th c.
Empire, Impressive Pendant Light, Dore Bronze, Crystal, France, 19th c.

Empire, Impressive Pendant Light, Dore Bronze, Crystal, France, 19th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

French Empire, Dore Bronze, Crystal, Impressive Chandelier or Pendant Light, France, 19th c. An exceptional early 19th century French chandelier crafted in 22kt dore bronze and ador...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Empire Green Patinated Sconces
19th Century French Empire Green Patinated Sconces

19th Century French Empire Green Patinated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of late 19th Century French empire style double lights sconces, green patinated bronze.

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1890s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Gilded Bronze Floor Lamp by Edward F. Caldwell & Co
Gilded Bronze Floor Lamp by Edward F. Caldwell & Co

Gilded Bronze Floor Lamp by Edward F. Caldwell & Co

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This fabulous antique floor lamp by Edward F. Caldwell has a sleek design with a strong gilded cast bronze base with foliage motif and wreath lip. A fluted pole extends from the base...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Chandeliers
Pair of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Chandeliers

Pair of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Chandeliers

Located in London, GB

Designed to mimic the appearance of a star-studded celestial globe, theses Empire style chandeliers are simultaneously charming and outstandingly beautiful. Each chandelier is design...

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20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Ormolu, Metal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze & Crystal Empire Style Chandelier
Gilt Bronze & Crystal Empire Style Chandelier

Gilt Bronze & Crystal Empire Style Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Superb gilt bronze & crystal Empire style Chandelier. Top ring featuring anthemia. Main ring with winged deity carrying gilt torcheres. The bottom part consists of seven concentric...

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1910s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Crystal Hoop Form Wall Sconces
Pair Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Crystal Hoop Form Wall Sconces

Pair Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Crystal Hoop Form Wall Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique (late 19th century) gilt bronze sconces in the French empire style, of hoop form with three inch crystal pendants and three candle holders. All pendants are brand ne...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern
Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern

Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French neoclassical large Empire bronze and crystal adorning glass bell jar lantern fixture with 6 candelabra lights.

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1920s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique French Neoclassical Empire Figural Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chandelier
Antique French Neoclassical Empire Figural Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chandelier

Antique French Neoclassical Empire Figural Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent antique French Neoclassical Empire figural gilt and patinated bronze chandelier. The chandelier is suspended from a domed corona composed of pierced scrolling acanthus ...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Arm Bouillotte Lamps or Table Lamps, 1815
Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Arm Bouillotte Lamps or Table Lamps, 1815

Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Two-Arm Bouillotte Lamps or Table Lamps, 1815

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant Empire gilded bronze finely chiseled Bouillotte lamps with dark green painted tole adjustable shade. Two E 14 light bulbs. We can deliver wired for US standard.    

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Empire-Style Bronze Lamp with Egyptian Figures, Antique, France
French Empire-Style Bronze Lamp with Egyptian Figures, Antique, France

French Empire-Style Bronze Lamp with Egyptian Figures, Antique, France

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire-style (19th Century) bronze lamp with 3 Egyptian ebonized & gilt figures resting on a round base.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp
French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp

French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style bronze doré 2 arm bouillotte table lamp with swan form arms beneath a red tole adjustable shade 20th century.

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20th Century Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large Bohemian crystal chandelier in the style of Empire
Large Bohemian crystal chandelier in the style of Empire

Large Bohemian crystal chandelier in the style of Empire

By Preciosa

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Elevate your interior with an authentic masterpiece of light made of premium cut crystal and solid polished brass. Handcrafted by the legendary Preciosa Lighting, this monumental 160...

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20th Century Czech Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Interesting Late 19th-Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Empire Style Chandelier
Interesting Late 19th-Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Empire Style Chandelier

Interesting Late 19th-Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Empire Style Chandelier

Located in Long Island City, NY

An interesting late 19th-early 20th century gilt bronze empire style sixteen light chandelier Four long chains connect the top with the body, eight gilt sphinx encircle and light ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful pair of 1940's French Empire style sconces
Beautiful pair of 1940's French Empire style sconces

Beautiful pair of 1940's French Empire style sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful pair of French empire style sconces, the patina is much nicer in person

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1940s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Empire Wall Sconces Gilt & Ebonized Wood, 2 Metal Arms, France
Pair of Empire Wall Sconces Gilt & Ebonized Wood, 2 Metal Arms, France

Pair of Empire Wall Sconces Gilt & Ebonized Wood, 2 Metal Arms, France

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An elegant pair of Empire-period wall sconces crafted from finely carved gilt and ebonized wood, retaining all original elements and displaying a richly aged patina acquired over mor...

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20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Empire Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier
French 19th Century Empire Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier

French 19th Century Empire Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

This Important French Empire chandelier, dating to the 19th century, features a gilt bronze frame adorned with neoclassical motifs. The ormolu structure includes finely cast wreaths ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Two Light Candle Scone With Swan Decoration
French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Two Light Candle Scone With Swan Decoration

French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Two Light Candle Scone With Swan Decoration

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century French Empire revival mirror sconce with beveled glass. Walnut frame decorated with gilt bronze ormolu mounts with a pair of swans drinking from a fountain below, the cr...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Regency Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Marble 19th Century Lamp
French Empire Regency Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Marble 19th Century Lamp

French Empire Regency Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Marble 19th Century Lamp

Located in Roslyn, NY

A fine French Empire Regency neoclassical gilt bronze and patinated 19th century lamp with marble center column.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Empire Style GIlt Bronze and Red Painted tole Swan Chandelier
French Empire Style GIlt Bronze and Red Painted tole Swan Chandelier

French Empire Style GIlt Bronze and Red Painted tole Swan Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A unique and spectacular French Empire-style gilt bronze and red-painted tole chandelier featuring a circular form suspended by three elongated gilt bronze chains. The central body i...

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1920s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Tôle

Pair of Antique French Empire Style Figural Gilt & Patina Bronze Chandeliers
Pair of Antique French Empire Style Figural Gilt & Patina Bronze Chandeliers

Pair of Antique French Empire Style Figural Gilt & Patina Bronze Chandeliers

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of Antique French Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Multi-Light Figural Chandeliers. Each circular chandelier features an ebonized bronze body surmounted by candle-form lights held aloft by gilt bronze winged female figures modeled in the neoclassical manner. The figures kneel gracefully with outstretched arms. Between them, scrolling mounts extend from the circular frame, their terminals finished with acanthus and foliate motifs. The gilt bronze elements are finely cast and chased, showing the characteristic Empire emphasis on mythological and classical ornamentation. Each chandelier is suspended from a circular crown...

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20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Candelabra Lamps in the Empire style
Pair of Candelabra Lamps in the Empire style

Pair of Candelabra Lamps in the Empire style

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Magnificent Pair of Empire style Candelabra, now turned into lamp. Gilt & Patinated Bronze on Marble Bases. 4 lights each Great Quality. France, circa 1880. Dimensions: Height ...

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1880s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Small Empire Style Crystal and Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier
Small Empire Style Crystal and Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier

Small Empire Style Crystal and Gilt Bronze Basket Chandelier

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A small scale Empire style basket chandelier with lighting to the top, middle, and bottom sections. Each section is framed in gilded bronze supporting chains of cut crystal beads. Th...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Brass & Yellow Marble Glass Sconce
French Empire Brass & Yellow Marble Glass Sconce

French Empire Brass & Yellow Marble Glass Sconce

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French empire sconce / wall lamp Yellow marble glass shades Brass wall piece and brass arm B22 bulb holder / Bayonet Weight: 0.95 kg / 2.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps...

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1920s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass

Empire french bronze chandelier in gold-plated with 'Quimeras" circa 1800
Empire french bronze chandelier in gold-plated with 'Quimeras" circa 1800

Empire french bronze chandelier in gold-plated with 'Quimeras" circa 1800

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible chandelier in bronze and gold empire circa 1800 with "Quimeras" for 6 lights.

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Gold, Bronze

French Neoclassical Empire Style Bronze Chandelier by Lucien Gau, 1970s
French Neoclassical Empire Style Bronze Chandelier by Lucien Gau, 1970s

French Neoclassical Empire Style Bronze Chandelier by Lucien Gau, 1970s

By Maison Lucien Gau

Located in Warsaw, PL

A striking French neoclassical chandelier in the Empire style by Lucien Gau, ca. 1970s. The gilt bronze elements show delicate chasing and a soft patina that highlights its age and c...

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1970s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

2 brass and glass  Peacock wall-sconces in Hollywood regency style
2 brass and glass  Peacock wall-sconces in Hollywood regency style

2 brass and glass Peacock wall-sconces in Hollywood regency style

Located in Zemst, BE

2 wall sconces in brass and glass Peacock form Wonderful condition. Original wiring, that's still ok: ready for use. Place of origin: Spain No manufacturer known Period: mid 1970...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Seven-Light Wall Lights
Large Pair of French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Seven-Light Wall Lights

Large Pair of French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Seven-Light Wall Lights

Located in New York, NY

Large pair of French Empire style gilt bronze wall lights. Surmounted by a classical female figure standing atop an orb and holding butterflies in each hand, above two tier structur...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Chandelier
Large Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Chandelier

Large Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A large antique French Empire-style gilt bronze and patinated bronze chandelier. The chandelier is circular in form, designed with a broad corona supporting twelve lights arranged in...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Set of Four Empire Ormolu Three-Light Wall Sconces, Attributed to Ravrio
Set of Four Empire Ormolu Three-Light Wall Sconces, Attributed to Ravrio

Set of Four Empire Ormolu Three-Light Wall Sconces, Attributed to Ravrio

By André-Antoine Ravrio

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Each backplate topped with a mask of Athena surmounted by an owl and ending in a stylized bellflower and anthemion, issuing three leaf-wrapped scrolling arms. Electrified. André-Antoine Ravrio (1759-1814) was a French sculptor in bronze and was made a master founder in 1777 setting up in business 1790. Although Ravrio enjoyed success during Louis XVI’s reign, he achieved far greater fame under Napoleon. He took part in the first Exposition de l’Industrie, Paris, 1803 and then won a silver medal there in 1806. The same year he supplied a number of bronze furnishings for the Empress Joséphine’s apartments in the Tuileries and in 1810 was appointed as the Emperor’s chief bronzier. In this capicity he supplied some of the finest Empire bronze pieces, girandoles, candelabras and lamps as well as ornate furniture...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Italian Gilt Bronze and Crystal Basket Chandelier
19th Century Italian Gilt Bronze and Crystal Basket Chandelier

19th Century Italian Gilt Bronze and Crystal Basket Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

This large scale 19th Century Italian Gilt Bronze and Crystal Basket Chandelier is a stunning piece that perfectly combines elegance and sophistication. The intricate gilt bronze fra...

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Ormolu Bronze Empire Style Chandelier, ca.1960s
French Ormolu Bronze Empire Style Chandelier, ca.1960s

French Ormolu Bronze Empire Style Chandelier, ca.1960s

Located in Warsaw, PL

A beautifully detailed Empire-style chandelier made of gilt bronze. The chandelier features six gracefully scrolling arms adorned with classical motifs such as acanthus leaves, palm...

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1960s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Chandelier. Imposing giltwood and alabaster chandelier
Antique Chandelier. Imposing giltwood and alabaster chandelier

Antique Chandelier. Imposing giltwood and alabaster chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Magnificent giltwood and alabaster Russian chandelier in the Empire style

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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

True Pair of French 19th century Empire st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu sconces
True Pair of French 19th century Empire st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu sconces

True Pair of French 19th century Empire st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A high quality and most unique true pair of French 19th century Empire st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu sconces. Each single arm sconce is showcased on a wonderful backplate designed ...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19thc French Empire Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural 5 Arm Candleholder Sconce
19thc French Empire Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural 5 Arm Candleholder Sconce

19thc French Empire Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural 5 Arm Candleholder Sconce

Located in Opa Locka, FL

19thc Grand French Empire Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural Wall Sconce. Large Sconce with 5 Candleholders. This piece is in its original unelectrified state. This Sconce has majes...

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1890s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Tuscan Empire Giltwood and Faux Porphyry Wall Sconces - A Pair
Large Antique Tuscan Empire Giltwood and Faux Porphyry Wall Sconces - A Pair

Large Antique Tuscan Empire Giltwood and Faux Porphyry Wall Sconces - A Pair

Located in Firenze, IT

A rare pair of antique Tuscan Empire giltwood and faux porphyry wall sconces from a historic Italian villa, masterfully carved with stunning gold leaf details. This exceptional pair ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Iron, Gold Leaf

A Pair of Early 19th Century French Sconces
A Pair of Early 19th Century French Sconces

A Pair of Early 19th Century French Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of early 19th Century French tole sconces. Converted from oil lamps with classical gilt figures and Directoire imagery. Circa 1820s.

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1820s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Empire Bronze 8 Light Chandelier
19th Century French Empire Bronze 8 Light Chandelier

19th Century French Empire Bronze 8 Light Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Handsome 19th century French Empire style bronze chandelier with 8 lights. Beautiful decorative detail on the base and arms. A classic fixture that is sure to impress!!

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Neoclassical Empire Style Chandelier, Bronze and Crackle Finish, 1970s
French Neoclassical Empire Style Chandelier, Bronze and Crackle Finish, 1970s

French Neoclassical Empire Style Chandelier, Bronze and Crackle Finish, 1970s

Located in Warsaw, PL

A striking French neoclassical chandelier in the Empire style, featuring six curved arms radiating from a central spherical body with a beautiful crackle lacquer finish in warm golde...

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1970s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Empire Design of Lady Face Sconces Gold Dore' Finish
Empire Design of Lady Face Sconces Gold Dore' Finish

Empire Design of Lady Face Sconces Gold Dore' Finish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cast in bronze with real 18K gold Dore' finish. Contemporary hi-quality castings in fine details. From the original French pair. Look fantastic on the wall a...

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1990s American Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

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

Pair of French Empire Period Four Light Bronze Candelabra

Located in Montreal, QC

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

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

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Bronze

French Empire Brass Art Deco Nickel Plated Brass Shell Shade Desk Table Lamp
French Empire Brass Art Deco Nickel Plated Brass Shell Shade Desk Table Lamp

French Empire Brass Art Deco Nickel Plated Brass Shell Shade Desk Table Lamp

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1920s Empire French brass table desk lamp Nickel Art Deco shell shade with heavy brass base Brass base. Black cotton wire and plug. Also, available with US/UK plug Weight: 1.00 kg...

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1920s French Vintage Empire Lighting

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Set of Eight French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Figural Neoclassical Wall Sconces
Set of Eight French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Figural Neoclassical Wall Sconces

Set of Eight French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Figural Neoclassical Wall Sconces

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite set of eight French Empire style gilt bronze figural neoclassical wall sconces. Each sconce is structured with a central backplate featuring a prominent male mask, model...

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20th Century French Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Empire Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Six-Arm Chandelier
French 19th Century Empire Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Six-Arm Chandelier

French 19th Century Empire Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Six-Arm Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome French 19th century Empire st. patinated bronze and ormolu six arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a richly chased ormolu bottom finial amidst decorative foliate...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Empire Style Chandelier
19th Century French Empire Style Chandelier

19th Century French Empire Style Chandelier

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality 19th century bronze and gilded ormolu French Empire influenced chandelier. Having a classical ceiling rose with three foliate linked chains...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Very Fine Empire Style Chandelier
Very Fine Empire Style Chandelier

Very Fine Empire Style Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt and painted bronze chandelier in the Empire style featuring 8 swans carrying stylized candle cups. All original. Measures: Height 37", width 26", 8-light CW4449.

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Early 1900s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French 1870 Pair of Empire Candle Holders Lamps Ormolu with Gray Dotted Granite
French 1870 Pair of Empire Candle Holders Lamps Ormolu with Gray Dotted Granite

French 1870 Pair of Empire Candle Holders Lamps Ormolu with Gray Dotted Granite

Located in Miami, FL

French empire pair of candle holders lamps. Exceptional pair of antique candleholders, created in Paris France during the imperial period of Napoleon III, circa 1870. They was designed with French empire neoclassical patterns, masterfully crafted with parts made up in gilt bronze ormolu and patinated bronze. Mounted in fluted columns pedestals carved from gray dotted Granite, with polished finish. Embellished with garlands and putties mounted in a four square and stepped bases. Weight: Combined of 12 Pounds (5.45 Kilos). Measurements: 15 Height by 4.50 Length by 5.15 Width Inches, (38 x 11.43 x 13.08 Cm). French Empire Louis Napoleon Bonaparte (1808-1873) was Emperor of France from 1852 to 1870 under the name of Napoleon III. In a way, the artistic codes of the Napoleon III style, also called Second Empire style, were presented at the Exhibition of 1844, during the reign of Louis-Philippe d'Orléans. The second Empire style, also known as the Napoleon III style, is a highly eclectic style of architecture and decorative arts, which uses elements of many different historical styles, and also made innovative use of modern materials, such as iron frameworks and glass skylights. It flourished during the reign of Emperor Napoleon III in France (1852–1870) and had an important influence on architecture and decoration in the rest of Europe and North America. Major examples of the style include the Opéra Garnier (1862–1871) in Paris by Charles Garnier, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, the Church of Saint Augustine (1860–1871), and the Philadelphia City Hall (1871–1901). The architectural style was closely connected with Haussmann's renovation of Paris carried out during the Second Empire; the new buildings, such as the Opéra, were intended as the focal points of the new boulevards. Comfort was the first priority of Second Empire furniture...

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1870s French Antique Empire Lighting

Materials

Granite, Bronze, Ormolu

Empire lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include Gherardo Degli Albizzi, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Alexandre Vossion, and Maison Baguès. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $194 and tops out at $220,000 while the average work can sell for $4,434.