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Empire Seating

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
Antique Empire Style Sofa, Oak Wood with Striped & Lamswool Upholstery, 1850s
Antique Empire Style Sofa, Oak Wood with Striped & Lamswool Upholstery, 1850s

Antique Empire Style Sofa, Oak Wood with Striped & Lamswool Upholstery, 1850s

Located in Odense, DK

A beautiful and rare antique sofa from the mid-19th century in the decadent Empire style. The sofa features a gracefully curved back and intricately carved oak frame, showcasing the ...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Lambskin, Fabric, Textile, Wool, Oak

Swedish Empire Painted Parcel Gilt Settee
Swedish Empire Painted Parcel Gilt Settee

Swedish Empire Painted Parcel Gilt Settee

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A glamorous Swedish Empire style settee from the early 19th century (circa 1820) as a painted wood frame sheltering the fully upholstered interior of a single bench cushion, three ba...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

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Gold

Set of Six Early 20th Century French Empire Mahogany Gondola Dining Chairs
Set of Six Early 20th Century French Empire Mahogany Gondola Dining Chairs

Set of Six Early 20th Century French Empire Mahogany Gondola Dining Chairs

Located in Astoria, NY

A refined set of six French Empire-style dining chairs dating to the early 20th century and sourced from Provence, France. Hand-crafted in solid mahogany, the chairs display the clas...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Seating

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Linen, Mahogany

Mid-Century French Empire Style Chaise With Mahogany And Bronze Frame
Mid-Century French Empire Style Chaise With Mahogany And Bronze Frame

Mid-Century French Empire Style Chaise With Mahogany And Bronze Frame

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a handsome mid-century French Empire style mahogany chaise lounge. Th frame is mahogany with heavy ormolu adorning it. It is unmarked. A striking piece for a variety of setti...

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Mid-20th Century American Empire Seating

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Italian Empire Side Chairs, Two Pair Available
Pair of 19th Century Italian Empire Side Chairs, Two Pair Available

Pair of 19th Century Italian Empire Side Chairs, Two Pair Available

Located in Houston, TX

Pair 19th-century Italian Empire side chairs featuring carved foliage back with central ebonized medallion and elegantly curved legs. Two pairs available, sold in pairs.

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Empire Aesthetic Leather Giltwood Ottoman Footstools
Pair of Empire Aesthetic Leather Giltwood Ottoman Footstools

Pair of Empire Aesthetic Leather Giltwood Ottoman Footstools

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A dramatic pair of foot stools or ottomans crafted in the Napoleonic Empire or Aesthetic Movement style. The stools feature a dramatic tailored black leather upholstery with elegantl...

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20th Century French Empire Seating

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Leather, Giltwood

French Regency Style Ebonized Chair W/ Gilt Neo-Classical Swans & Tiger Velvet
French Regency Style Ebonized Chair W/ Gilt Neo-Classical Swans & Tiger Velvet

French Regency Style Ebonized Chair W/ Gilt Neo-Classical Swans & Tiger Velvet

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a killer chair! It is a regency style ebonized arm chair with neo-classical giltwood swan arms and paws. The tiger velvet is new. The chair is unmarked and is possibly by Pat...

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Late 20th Century Italian Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Danish Empire Style Piano Chair / Stool with Velvet Seat, Early 1900s
Danish Empire Style Piano Chair / Stool with Velvet Seat, Early 1900s

Danish Empire Style Piano Chair / Stool with Velvet Seat, Early 1900s

Located in Odense, DK

This elegant piano chair, stool, or bench in the Empire style—is distinguished by its characteristic intersecting semicircular frame that forms both the base and armrests. The chai...

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Early 20th Century Danish Empire Seating

Materials

Textile, Velvet, Mahogany

19th Century Empire Bergére Chair
19th Century Empire Bergére Chair

19th Century Empire Bergére Chair

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Empire bergére chair ebonized featuring swan arms and brass ormolu. Recently upholstered in striated verde green silk velvet.

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Seating

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Brass

Vintage French Empire Style Birch Upholstered Library Accent Arm Chair Green
Vintage French Empire Style Birch Upholstered Library Accent Arm Chair Green

Vintage French Empire Style Birch Upholstered Library Accent Arm Chair Green

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th Century French Empire Style Upholstered Arm Chair. Made from birch with a high back featuring a scalloped crest rail, green velvet upholstery and downswept scrolled acant...

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Late 20th Century Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Antique French Recamier Sofa Bench, Ebonized Mahogany, Circa 1820
Antique French Recamier Sofa Bench, Ebonized Mahogany, Circa 1820

Antique French Recamier Sofa Bench, Ebonized Mahogany, Circa 1820

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A black, antique French sofa bench-recamier made of hand crafted ebonized Mahogany, in good condition. The canapé is particularized by two side backrests, standing on four arched wooden...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric, Ebony, Upholstery, Cotton

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

Located in Baltimore, MD

What an outstanding Box Bench! The oak and the pine contrast beautifully to create a deep rich warmth perfect for this piece. For most of its length the top rail is flat, only follo...

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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Oak, Pine

C1920s Empire Style Armchair
C1920s Empire Style Armchair

C1920s Empire Style Armchair

Located in London, GB

Horseshoe Shaped Back Empire Style Armchair Early C20th Upholstered seat in Antique Brown Leather Above Cabriole Legs Headed Wing Griffins

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Pair French Empire Armchair Fauteuils Chairs, 19th Century
Antique Pair French Empire Armchair Fauteuils Chairs, 19th Century

Antique Pair French Empire Armchair Fauteuils Chairs, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique pair of French Empire Revival upholstered back mahogany armchair fauteuils, circa 1880 in date. The mahogany is beautiful in colour with superb patina. Th...

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1880s French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Empire Karl Johan Wood Sofa 19th Century Sweden
Swedish Empire Karl Johan Wood Sofa 19th Century Sweden

Swedish Empire Karl Johan Wood Sofa 19th Century Sweden

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Swedish Empire Karl Johan style sofa dating c. 1830

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Birch

Pair of French Empire Style Armchairs
Pair of French Empire Style Armchairs

Pair of French Empire Style Armchairs

Located in Vienna, AT

Walnut frame with a tapestry manufactures about 1870 in France, carved with acanthus leaves and palmettes and painted with gold, the armrests supported by gilt griffins partialy pai...

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1870s French Antique Empire Seating

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Tapestry, Walnut

Mahogany Bergère Armchair, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century
Mahogany Bergère Armchair, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century

Mahogany Bergère Armchair, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Mahogany Bergère Armchair, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century Elegant bergère armchair crafted from solid mahogany, representing fine European cabinetmaking of the early 1...

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1820s French Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair Of 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Pair Of 19th Century French Empire Chairs

Pair Of 19th Century French Empire Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of 19th Century French Empire Chairs. Offered is a lovely pair of early 19th century French period Empire chairs, fauteuils or side chairs. This pair of chairs are adorned with ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa
Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa

Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa. Item features carved paw feet with leafy cornucopia carvings, carved top rail, great antique sofa. Cir...

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Sofa
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Sofa

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Sofa

$900Sale Price|50% Off

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Sofa

By Duncan Phyfe

Located in Trenton, NJ

nfuse your home with timeless sophistication with this Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Sofa. Its ebonized wood frame features exquisite carvings that highlight the skill and craftsmanship...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge
French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge

French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A fine antique French walnut recamier or chaise lounge with carved swan heads at posts, lovely neutral vintage upholstery and bolster pillow, circa 1930. The chaise rests on four ca...

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1930s French Vintage Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Superb Bronze Mounted Eagle French Empire Mahogany Empire Daybed Chaise
Superb Bronze Mounted Eagle French Empire Mahogany Empire Daybed Chaise

Superb Bronze Mounted Eagle French Empire Mahogany Empire Daybed Chaise

By Charles-Honoré Lannuier

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This superb French Empire mahogany daybed chaise is a striking example of early 19th-century neoclassical elegance, richly adorned with gilded bronze mounts. Crafted in the Empire st...

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1850s French Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Empire mahogany armchairs by Jacob Frères, France, 19th century
Empire mahogany armchairs by Jacob Frères, France, 19th century

Empire mahogany armchairs by Jacob Frères, France, 19th century

By Jacob Frères, Madeleine Castaing

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

A fine pair of mahogany Empire gondola armchairs, very confortable gondola chair model. The armrest are swan-shaped and front legs are lion-legs-shaped. The seats are covered with a ...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

1940s Carved Gilt Wood Swan Barrel Chairs, Set of 2
1940s Carved Gilt Wood Swan Barrel Chairs, Set of 2

1940s Carved Gilt Wood Swan Barrel Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, carved wood swan club chairs on castors set you could hope to find. In the style of George S...

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1940s English Vintage Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair 19th Century Ebonized Empire Style Black Hair Hide Armchairs
Pair 19th Century Ebonized Empire Style Black Hair Hide Armchairs

Pair 19th Century Ebonized Empire Style Black Hair Hide Armchairs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of 19th Century ebonized mahogany Empire style fauteuil with winged caryatids, newly upholstered in a deep espresso hairhide.

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Late 19th Century European Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th c, Danish Revolving Desk Chair
19th c, Danish Revolving Desk Chair

19th c, Danish Revolving Desk Chair

Located in Allerum, SE

Exceptional 19th century Danish revolving desk armchair in mahogany with marquetry and brass casters, from the Empire period. Ca 1850, Denmark.

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Empire Dining Chairs From Early 19th Century
Pair of Italian Empire Dining Chairs From Early 19th Century

Pair of Italian Empire Dining Chairs From Early 19th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A pair of Italian early 19th Century Empire dining chairs in solid walnut. This Tuscan pair of chairs, with swan decoration on the back, was likely crafted in the city of Lucca. This...

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1820s Italian Antique Empire Seating

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Walnut

20th Century Black Ebonized Empire Style Swan Bench
20th Century Black Ebonized Empire Style Swan Bench

20th Century Black Ebonized Empire Style Swan Bench

Located in Houston, TX

20th Century Empire style bench featuring Neoclassical style carved swan frame newly padded and upholstered in a Chanel style chuncky tweed.

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20th Century Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Empire Monumental Walnut and Velvet Throne Chair
French Empire Monumental Walnut and Velvet Throne Chair

French Empire Monumental Walnut and Velvet Throne Chair

Located in Queens, NY

"French Empire style (19th Cent) monumental walnut throne chair with carved figure with wreath and red cut velvet upholstery Antique condition. Show...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

19th Century Empire Sofa Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet
19th Century Empire Sofa Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet

19th Century Empire Sofa Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet

Located in Houston, TX

Early 19th Century Empire sofa. This handsome burl veneer sofa features ebonized and gilt columns, urn finials, with two hidden drawers, all newly upholstered in Schumacher abstract ...

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Early 19th Century Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Wood, Burl

American Empire Style Mahogany Sofa with Peach Upholstery
American Empire Style Mahogany Sofa with Peach Upholstery

American Empire Style Mahogany Sofa with Peach Upholstery

Located in Queens, NY

American Empire style (19th century) peach upholstered sofa with matching bolster pillows and a mahogany frame with scrolled arms and lions paw feet with a relief carving of cornucop...

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19th Century American Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Exquisite Pair of Early 19th Century Armchairs
Exquisite Pair of Early 19th Century Armchairs

Exquisite Pair of Early 19th Century Armchairs

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Pair of Early 19th Century Armchairs, Walnut, France 1800 Introducing an Exquisite Pair of Early 19th Century Armchairs, a true testament to the elegance and craftsmanship of the Em...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Walnut

Empire Sofa, America circa 1880
Empire Sofa, America circa 1880

Empire Sofa, America circa 1880

Located in Culver City, CA

America, 1880 Mahogany and veneer with inlay of two birds on a branch. Rolled arms with carved plumes and inlaid rosettes, straight seat rail, rolled and carved legs. Newly upholster...

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1880s Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

French 1st Empire Armchair with Carved Dolphins' Heads
French 1st Empire Armchair with Carved Dolphins' Heads

French 1st Empire Armchair with Carved Dolphins' Heads

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite French Empire armchair brings timeless elegance to any home. Resting on gracefully curved saber legs, it’s adorned with vibrant cream and crimson stripes that exude cl...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wood

French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman
French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman

French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French gilt Empire sword bench with ultra sueded fabric. Beautiful carving details. Leave as is or have your upholstery shop recover and tighten frame.

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1950s French Vintage Empire Seating

Materials

Wood

Late Empire bench in Polished Beech, Denmark
Late Empire bench in Polished Beech, Denmark

Late Empire bench in Polished Beech, Denmark

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant late Empire bench in polished beech, newly upholstered in a light velour blend. The seat rests on gracefully curved legs — a refined example of Danish craftsmanship from the ...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Beech

American Empire Style Carved Mahogany & Beige, Red, & Striped Upholstery Sofa
American Empire Style Carved Mahogany & Beige, Red, & Striped Upholstery Sofa

American Empire Style Carved Mahogany & Beige, Red, & Striped Upholstery Sofa

Located in Queens, NY

American Empire three-seat sofa with a carved mahogany frame with scroll arms, upholstered in a vertically striped beige, green, and red fabric, and resting on four large carved oval...

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19th Century American Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric

19th Century Pair of Mahogany Armchairs in the Directoire style
19th Century Pair of Mahogany Armchairs in the Directoire style

19th Century Pair of Mahogany Armchairs in the Directoire style

Located in NICE, FR

Elegant pair of Empire period armchairs, 19th century, crafted in solid wood and representative of refined French taste. These seats stand out with their finely chiseled bronze orn...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair
Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair

Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine quality mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860. We are pleased to be able to offer this stunning french flame mahogany reclining chair for sale...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

A Pair of Art Nouveau Armchairs in Mahogany, Thorvald Bindesbøll, Early 1900s
A Pair of Art Nouveau Armchairs in Mahogany, Thorvald Bindesbøll, Early 1900s

A Pair of Art Nouveau Armchairs in Mahogany, Thorvald Bindesbøll, Early 1900s

By Thorvald Bindesbøll

Located in Odense, DK

A refined pair of Art Nouveau Danish armchairs crafted in solid mahogany in the early 20th century. The design reflects the restrained elegance and fine craftsmanship characteristic ...

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Early 20th Century Danish Empire Seating

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Fabric, Textile, Mahogany

Turkish Sofa From The Empire Period
Turkish Sofa From The Empire Period

Turkish Sofa From The Empire Period

Located in Charmes, FR

Elegant Empire period sofa, early 19th century, with a solid mahogany frame. It features a straight backrest framed by flat uprights topped with turned pommels, typical of the Empire...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wood

Lovely Pair Of Black Lacquered And Gilt Upholstered Open Armchairs
Lovely Pair Of Black Lacquered And Gilt Upholstered Open Armchairs

Lovely Pair Of Black Lacquered And Gilt Upholstered Open Armchairs

Located in Crawley, GB

delight to offer for sale this stunning pair of black lacquered and gilt antique style upholstered open armchair with carved swans and raised upon sabre front legs with carved scroll...

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Mid-20th Century British Empire Seating

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Fabric, Oak

French Empire Mahogany 'Egyptian' Bergère Attributed to Desmalter, circa 1805
French Empire Mahogany 'Egyptian' Bergère Attributed to Desmalter, circa 1805

French Empire Mahogany 'Egyptian' Bergère Attributed to Desmalter, circa 1805

Located in Kinderhook, NY

A rare and important circa 1805 'Egyptian-style' bergère believed to be an early work of famed French Empire furniture-maker François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter of 'tub-chair' fo...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Dutch Marquetry Empire Settee, circa 1825
Dutch Marquetry Empire Settee, circa 1825

Dutch Marquetry Empire Settee, circa 1825

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Offers mahogany frame with inlays in satinwood of flowers and foliage along back crest, "S" scroll arms and slipper feet. Features upholstered seat, back and inside and outside arms....

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19th Century Dutch Antique Empire Seating

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Cotton, Twill, Upholstery, Satinwood, Kingwood, Mahogany

Set of 6 Chairs Gondola Wood Fabric Antique Seating 19th Century
Set of 6 Chairs Gondola Wood Fabric Antique Seating 19th Century

Set of 6 Chairs Gondola Wood Fabric Antique Seating 19th Century

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of six wooden chairs with open, wraparound backs. Sabre legs. Padded seat upholstered in damask fabric. 19th century. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you. We...

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Rare Set of Twelve 19th Century Empire Chairs in Mahogany, Brass and Velvet
Rare Set of Twelve 19th Century Empire Chairs in Mahogany, Brass and Velvet

Rare Set of Twelve 19th Century Empire Chairs in Mahogany, Brass and Velvet

Located in Meer, VAN

Rare Set of Twelve Early 19th Century Empire Dining Chairs in Mahogany, Inlaid Brass and Velvet This is a very large and rare set of twelve elegant dining chairs from the (late) ‘em...

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Early 19th Century European Antique Empire Seating

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Brass

Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820
Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Late Empire bench crafted in beautiful mahogany with profiled round legs in the classic Empire style. The bench has been newly upholstered in a soft dove-blue fabric, creatin...

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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Rare Postmodern Empire Black Lacquered Swan Neck Wide Chairs
Pair of Rare Postmodern Empire Black Lacquered Swan Neck Wide Chairs

Pair of Rare Postmodern Empire Black Lacquered Swan Neck Wide Chairs

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare pair of Swan neck black lacquered wide chairs recovered in beige ultrasuede fabric , and a semigloss finish beautiful elegant and unique we have 4 more available we are selling ...

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20th Century American Empire Seating

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Ultrasuede, Wood

French 19th Century Empire Mahogany & Bronze Twin Size Daybed
French 19th Century Empire Mahogany & Bronze Twin Size Daybed

French 19th Century Empire Mahogany & Bronze Twin Size Daybed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French 19th Century Empire mahogany twin size daybed with applied bronze decorations. Structurally sound with repair done on legs, see photos. Nice finish, bolt together construction...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Pair of Antique French Empire Mahogany Carved Armchairs
Pair of Antique French Empire Mahogany Carved Armchairs

Pair of Antique French Empire Mahogany Carved Armchairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 35 1/4 in W: 23 1/2 in D: 21 1/2 in SH: 17 1/4 in A distinguished pair of antique French Empire mahogany carved armchairs, dating to the late 18th or early 19th cen...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Swedish Antique Taboret Stools from the Empire Period in Yellow Birch
Pair of Swedish Antique Taboret Stools from the Empire Period in Yellow Birch

Pair of Swedish Antique Taboret Stools from the Empire Period in Yellow Birch

Located in Kramfors, SE

Pair of antique taboret stools from the empire period, around 1840. The stools are Swedish and made in solid yellow birch. Curved legs and turned armrests. The seats can be taken out...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

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Birch

Pair of Mahogany Bergère Armchairs, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century
Pair of Mahogany Bergère Armchairs, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century

Pair of Mahogany Bergère Armchairs, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Pair of Mahogany Bergère Armchairs, Classical / Empire Style, Early 19th Century A refined pair of bergère armchairs crafted from solid mahogany, representing fine European cabinetm...

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1820s French Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Scandinavian Empire Sofa in Mahogany with Ormolu and Upholstery, circa 1815
Scandinavian Empire Sofa in Mahogany with Ormolu and Upholstery, circa 1815

Scandinavian Empire Sofa in Mahogany with Ormolu and Upholstery, circa 1815

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

An elegant Empire Swedish Karl Johan sofa with graceful lines in mahogany with satinwood line inlay, ormolu and ebonized details. Offers scrolled arms and saber feet with upholstered...

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19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Ormolu

Antique 19th C Empire Star & Shield Coat of Arms Dining Chair
Antique 19th C Empire Star & Shield Coat of Arms Dining Chair

Antique 19th C Empire Star & Shield Coat of Arms Dining Chair

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Antique 19th C Empire star & shield coat of arms dining chairs Priced each. Additional information: Materials: Mahogany Color: Olive Period: 19th Century Styles: Empire Numb...

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19th Century Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa with Carved Details
Antique 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa with Carved Details

Antique 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa with Carved Details

Located in King's Lynn, GB

A superb example of antique French Empire craftsmanship, this early 19th-century carved flame mahogany sofa showcases the strong, symbolic design language of the period. The shaped b...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Empire seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Modenese Gastone, Europa Antiques, Century Furniture, and Drexel. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $325 and tops out at $151,397 while the average work can sell for $4,884.