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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
Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs
Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs

Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Beautiful set of 4 Danish empire armchairs circa 1860. Comprising of 2 armchairs and 2 open frame armchairs.  Main feature being the scrolling arm and scrolling front leg.  Carved b...

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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

French 7 piece 19th century empire mahogany salon suite
French 7 piece 19th century empire mahogany salon suite

French 7 piece 19th century empire mahogany salon suite

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

7 piece 19th century french empire mahogany salon suite circa 1880. Rare 7-piece salon suite made in rich mahogany. Set comprises of a 2-seat sofa, 2 armchairs and 4 open armchairs....

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

French Empire Revival Green Leather Top Bronze Griffin Mahogany Desk & Chair
French Empire Revival Green Leather Top Bronze Griffin Mahogany Desk & Chair

French Empire Revival Green Leather Top Bronze Griffin Mahogany Desk & Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Empire Revival Style Green Leather Top Mahogany Bureau Plat Executive Writing Desk & Chair with Bronze Griffin Ormolu by Global N.Y. Listing includes a very impressive...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Seating

Materials

Bronze

Painted Empire Stool or Bench, Sweden, Late 19th Century
Painted Empire Stool or Bench, Sweden, Late 19th Century

Painted Empire Stool or Bench, Sweden, Late 19th Century

Located in Skanninge, SE

Very stylish stool/bench or banquette. Late 19th Century. Painted wood and recently reupholstered. With wood-carved Rams heads and hoof feat. Painted wood in gray, green, and some...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

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Birch

Italian Midcentury Empire Style Painted and Upholstered Bench with Ram Heads
Italian Midcentury Empire Style Painted and Upholstered Bench with Ram Heads

Italian Midcentury Empire Style Painted and Upholstered Bench with Ram Heads

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian midcentury Empire style painted bench with carved ram heads and new upholstery. This exquisite Italian painted bench features a nicely curved seat that has been recovered ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of French Empire Fauteuils in Mahogany with Bronze Doré Ormolu, circa 1810
Pair of French Empire Fauteuils in Mahogany with Bronze Doré Ormolu, circa 1810

Pair of French Empire Fauteuils in Mahogany with Bronze Doré Ormolu, circa 1810

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

An exquisite pair of Empire armchairs/ fauteuils in fine mahogany with bronze dore´ ormolu mounts decorating the upper crest and lower back splat, with rosettes and palmettes on legs...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Empire Style Throne Armchair in Red Leather and Beechwood with Bronze Studs
Empire Style Throne Armchair in Red Leather and Beechwood with Bronze Studs

Empire Style Throne Armchair in Red Leather and Beechwood with Bronze Studs

Located in Meda, MB

Striking Empire style throne armchair produced in the 1980s, featuring a solid beechwood structure and red leather upholstery. The tall, architectural backrest reflects the solemn la...

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1980s Italian Vintage Empire Seating

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Bronze

Pair of Empire Mahogany Armchairs in the Manner of Jacob Desmalter
Pair of Empire Mahogany Armchairs in the Manner of Jacob Desmalter

Pair of Empire Mahogany Armchairs in the Manner of Jacob Desmalter

Located in Berlin, DE

A pair of Empire mahogany fauteuils or armchair 'a la Reine' in the manner of Jacob-Desmalter/ François-Honoré-Georges Jacob Desmalter (1770-1841, son of Jacob Desmalter), newly upho...

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1810s French Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Swedish Late 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Stool
Swedish Late 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Stool

Swedish Late 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Stool

Located in Skanninge, SE

A very stylish and elegant 19th century model. Newly upholstered in cream white/yellow fabric. The mahogany frame is in a good unrestored condition. This stool/banquette is free stan...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Fine Pair Of French Empire Style Upholstered Armchairs
Fine Pair Of French Empire Style Upholstered Armchairs

Fine Pair Of French Empire Style Upholstered Armchairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of burl walnut Empire style armchairs with upholstered seats and backs featuring fine craftsmanship with a square top rail and stylized carved accent on front of each arm suppor...

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19th Century Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Burl

Empire Revival Gondola Dining Chair Finished With An Ebonised Frame, Grey Damask
Empire Revival Gondola Dining Chair Finished With An Ebonised Frame, Grey Damask

Empire Revival Gondola Dining Chair Finished With An Ebonised Frame, Grey Damask

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Empire Revival Gondola Dining Chair Finished With An Ebonised Frame, Grey Damask Upholstery & Red Velour Piping. Quality and luxurious designed chairs, elegant but robust with rich ...

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Late 20th Century British Empire Seating

Materials

Damask, Silk, Velvet

Cockpit Chair in Wood Upholstered Velvet Dedar France
Cockpit Chair in Wood Upholstered Velvet Dedar France

Cockpit Chair in Wood Upholstered Velvet Dedar France

By Dedar

Located in Prato, Tuscany

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

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Antique Empire Style Dutch Marquetry Inlaid and Carved Side Chairs
Pair of Antique Empire Style Dutch Marquetry Inlaid and Carved Side Chairs

Pair of Antique Empire Style Dutch Marquetry Inlaid and Carved Side Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 34 1/4 in W: 17 1/4 in D: 20 1/2 in SH: 19 1/2 in Pair of Antique Dutch Empire Style Marquetry Inlaid & Carved Side Chairs – 19th Century Neoclassical Elegance Ele...

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Antique French Empire Black Ebonized Walnut Needlepoint Parlor Arm Chair
Antique French Empire Black Ebonized Walnut Needlepoint Parlor Arm Chair

Antique French Empire Black Ebonized Walnut Needlepoint Parlor Arm Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Empire Black Ebonized Walnut Needlepoint Parlor Arm Chair. Circa Late ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Empire Seating

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Walnut

Empire Style Black and Gold Armchair - 19th century
Empire Style Black and Gold Armchair - 19th century

Empire Style Black and Gold Armchair - 19th century

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Materials: Upholstery fabric - Wood Measures : 60x64cm H:96cm SH:44cm Place of origin: France Period: 19th century This armchair is characterized by a black-painted wooden frame and...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Empire Mahogany Bench with Blue Linen Upholstery, Satinwood and Gilt Bronze I
Empire Mahogany Bench with Blue Linen Upholstery, Satinwood and Gilt Bronze I

Empire Mahogany Bench with Blue Linen Upholstery, Satinwood and Gilt Bronze I

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Empire bench crafted in mahogany with gently curved legs. The end panels are adorned with satinwood line inlay and gilt bronze mounts set in ebonized fields. The seat has be...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Empire carved mahogany armchair, curly arms, early 19th century Italy
Empire carved mahogany armchair, curly arms, early 19th century Italy

Empire carved mahogany armchair, curly arms, early 19th century Italy

Located in Vicenza, IT

Elegant Empire-style armchair, made in Italy in the early 19th century, of fine solid mahogany and veneer.The frame is distinguished by its harmonious proportions and the quality of ...

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Seating

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Silk, Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer

Impressive 12 Chairs First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Cent Sold at Sotheby's
Impressive 12 Chairs First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Cent Sold at Sotheby's

Impressive 12 Chairs First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Cent Sold at Sotheby's

Located in Madrid, ES

Impressive 12 chairs first Empire Napoleon III early 19th century. Sold at Sotheby's for €25,000 golden wood and silk 80cm x 48cm provenance: Roman family. perfect condition for...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wood

French Empire Style Armchair
French Empire Style Armchair

French Empire Style Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A true masterpiece of early 19th-century design, this luxurious armchair boasts an ebonized wood frame adorned with intricate gold detailing. The sweeping, low arms gracefully terminate in hand-carved stylized swans, embodying the grandeur of classical French aesthetics. The finely carved frame is further embellished with palmette and lotus leaf motifs, lending an air of regal sophistication. The fully upholstered inside back and seat cushion, crafted in plush crushed...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Hall Chair In Late Empire Style Made In Mahogany & Floral Fabric, 19th century
Hall Chair In Late Empire Style Made In Mahogany & Floral Fabric, 19th century

Hall Chair In Late Empire Style Made In Mahogany & Floral Fabric, 19th century

Located in Lejre, DK

Dining or hall chair in late Empire style, crafted in mahogany and upholstered in floral fabric. Classic design with period-typical lines and a gently curved back. A decorative chair...

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19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Elegant Danish Empire Armchair, circa 1810
Elegant Danish Empire Armchair, circa 1810

Elegant Danish Empire Armchair, circa 1810

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant and decorative Empire armchair. Made in mahogany, with light wood inlaid (lemon tree). Oval backboard in ebonised wood. Front of arms in the form of wooden cut grippers with ...

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1810s Danish Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany, Velvet, Wood, Fruitwood

Pair of Chic French Empire Style Mahogany Armchairs
Pair of Chic French Empire Style Mahogany Armchairs

Pair of Chic French Empire Style Mahogany Armchairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of large French Empire style mahogany armchairs reupholstered in Ralph Lauren silk/linen fabric.

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20th Century French Empire Seating

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Empire Chairs from Around 1810-1815
Antique Empire Chairs from Around 1810-1815

Antique Empire Chairs from Around 1810-1815

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Empire chairs from around 1900 Solid wood mahogany. Seat upholstered and covered with black fabric. Very stable and robust built. Hind...

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19th Century German Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of French Antique Walnut Empire Tulip Fauteuils or Armchairs
Pair of French Antique Walnut Empire Tulip Fauteuils or Armchairs

Pair of French Antique Walnut Empire Tulip Fauteuils or Armchairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

This set of two elegant Empire arm chairs stand out for their classic simple design and the beautifully shaped front legs. These comfortable and stylish chairs feature a wealth of fi...

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1940s French Vintage Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Superb & Rare Empire Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Chair
Superb & Rare Empire Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Chair

Superb & Rare Empire Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Chair

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Superbly elegant and unusual late 19th century Empire style chair having curved back adorned with small gorgeous Medusa head, inlaid in perfect places including the reeded legs with ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Brass

Antique Mahogany Child Armchair, France
Antique Mahogany Child Armchair, France

Antique Mahogany Child Armchair, France

Located in Munich, DE

This charming children’s armchair is made out of mahogany with fine carving. It is newly upholstered with a discretely patterned fine, lustrous fabric in green with golden spots. Paris, circa 1810...

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1810s French Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Set of Four French Empire Fauteuil Armchairs in the Manner of Jacob Frères

Set of Four French Empire Fauteuil Armchairs in the Manner of Jacob Frères

Located in Long Island City, NY

These four early 19th-century Empire fauteuil armchairs, in the manner of the Jacob Frères cabinetmaking firm of the late 18th century, each feature a distinctive pediment-shaped cre...

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1810s French Antique Empire Seating

Fine French Empire Carved and Giltwood Méridienne, Circa 1810–1820
Fine French Empire Carved and Giltwood Méridienne, Circa 1810–1820

Fine French Empire Carved and Giltwood Méridienne, Circa 1810–1820

Located in New York, NY

Fine French Empire Giltwood Méridienne, Circa 1810–1820 A fine and elegant French Empire giltwood méridienne dating from the early 19th century, executed in the pure neoclassical tas...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wood, Giltwood

Empire Armchairs, Hand-Carved Mahogany, Green Velvet, France, 1805
Empire Armchairs, Hand-Carved Mahogany, Green Velvet, France, 1805

Empire Armchairs, Hand-Carved Mahogany, Green Velvet, France, 1805

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Paire de fauteuils d'époque Empire en acajou garnis d'un tissus en velours vert. Les accoudoirs sont sculptés d'une tête de dauphin stylisée avec des écailles finement gravées sur le...

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Early 1800s French Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Antique French Empire Regency Inlaid Mahogany Swivel Piano Harpist Stool Chair
Antique French Empire Regency Inlaid Mahogany Swivel Piano Harpist Stool Chair

Antique French Empire Regency Inlaid Mahogany Swivel Piano Harpist Stool Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Empire Regency Inlaid Mahogany Swivel Piano Harpist Stool Chair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 33" H x 17.5" W x 18" D x 20" Seat height.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Amazing Set of Armchair and 2 Chair First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Century
Amazing Set of Armchair and 2 Chair First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Century

Amazing Set of Armchair and 2 Chair First Empire Napoleon III Early 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Set of armchair and 2 chair First Empire Napoleon III early 19th Century France measure armchair: 86cm x 64cm x 54cm measures chairs: 82cm x 50cm x 45cm wood proveniente : Roman...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wood

Armchair, Northern Europe, circa 1900.
Armchair, Northern Europe, circa 1900.

Armchair, Northern Europe, circa 1900.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Armchair, Northern Europe, circa 1900. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. dimensions : height 82 cm seat height 47 cm width 56 cm de...

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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

French 1860s Empire Style Walnut Bench with Out-Scrolled Sides and Swan Figures
French 1860s Empire Style Walnut Bench with Out-Scrolled Sides and Swan Figures

French 1860s Empire Style Walnut Bench with Out-Scrolled Sides and Swan Figures

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Empire style walnut bench from the mid-19th century, with carved swan heads and new upholstery. This French walnut backless bench features an exquisite silhouette, flanked w...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Antique French Empire Mahogany Side Chairs w/ Neoclassical Bronze Ormolu - Pair
Antique French Empire Mahogany Side Chairs w/ Neoclassical Bronze Ormolu - Pair

Antique French Empire Mahogany Side Chairs w/ Neoclassical Bronze Ormolu - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Empire Mahogany Side Chairs with Neoclassical Bronze Ormolu - a Pair. Item features finely cast ornate bronze ormolu, slightly curved backrest, solid wood frames, beau...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

A 19th century Empire st. Mahogany, Giltwood, Ormolu and Leather armchair
A 19th century Empire st. Mahogany, Giltwood, Ormolu and Leather armchair

A 19th century Empire st. Mahogany, Giltwood, Ormolu and Leather armchair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stately and most handsome Continental 19th century Empire st. Mahogany, Giltwood, Ormolu and Leather armchair. This wonderful chair is raised by curved Mahogany legs leading to a c...

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19th Century European Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Ormolu

French Empire Mahogany Arm Chair
French Empire Mahogany Arm Chair

French Empire Mahogany Arm Chair

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style (19th Cent) mahogany round back dolphin arm chair with bronze trim and gold upholstery

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

19th Century (Early) French Consulate Empire Chair
19th Century (Early) French Consulate Empire Chair

19th Century (Early) French Consulate Empire Chair

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century (Early) French Consulate Empire Chair Beautiful piece purchased in France Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Mahogany Slipper Bench - a Pair
Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Mahogany Slipper Bench - a Pair

Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Mahogany Slipper Bench - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Mahogany Slipper Benches - a Pair. Pair features serpentine carved rails with stunning cornucopia details, shapely frames with beautiful cro...

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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of Stately Antique French Empire Style Armchairs
Pair of Stately Antique French Empire Style Armchairs

Pair of Stately Antique French Empire Style Armchairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Pair of high quality gorgeous vintage French Empire style club chairs from Bloomingdale's with handsome carved dolphin armrests. Probably walnut, faux painted a greige color. #4271 ...

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1940s American Vintage Empire Seating

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Wood

A Pair of Empire Walnut Salon Chairs, Each With Floral Carved Detailing
A Pair of Empire Walnut Salon Chairs, Each With Floral Carved Detailing

A Pair of Empire Walnut Salon Chairs, Each With Floral Carved Detailing

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Pair of Empire Walnut Salon Chairs, Each With Carved Detailing & Relief Tulip Motifs. Turned & Reeded Legs, & Pale Green Upholstery. Gorgeous set of chairs ideally su...

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19th Century English Antique Empire Seating

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Walnut

Early 19th Century French Empire Style Bench
Early 19th Century French Empire Style Bench

Early 19th Century French Empire Style Bench

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Early 19th Century Empire Sitting Bench. Age appropriate wear. Reupholstered with Velvet fabric. See detailed photos & any questions, please message us.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Pair of French Consulate Arm Chairs
Pair of French Consulate Arm Chairs

Pair of French Consulate Arm Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of French Consolate mahogany (circa 1800) open arm chairs with beige leather seat and square back with an open X design (PRICED AS PAIR)

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Meyer Gunther Martini French Empire Swan Armchairs Pair
Meyer Gunther Martini French Empire Swan Armchairs Pair

Meyer Gunther Martini French Empire Swan Armchairs Pair

By Meyer Gunther Martini

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details Below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of 1970s Meyer Gunther Martini French Empire Swan Armchairs...

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1970s Vintage Empire Seating

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Cotton, Wood

Chair, Northern Europe, late 19th century. After renovation.
Chair, Northern Europe, late 19th century. After renovation.

Chair, Northern Europe, late 19th century. After renovation.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique chair from around 1890, Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 96 cm / seat height. 45 cm / width 47 cm...

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1890s Scandinavian Antique Empire Seating

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Walnut

Pair of Antique Empire Mahogany Armchairs, Brass and Gilded Decor
Pair of Antique Empire Mahogany Armchairs, Brass and Gilded Decor

Pair of Antique Empire Mahogany Armchairs, Brass and Gilded Decor

Located in Kramfors, SE

Pair of Swedish empire armchairs with a frame in mahogany made around 1830 to 1840. The chairs have decorative elements in brass, glided Egyptianized sphinx heads in the armrests and...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of Empire Armchairs
Pair of Empire Armchairs

Pair of Empire Armchairs

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Empire Armchairs Mahogany Frame with Saffron Yellow Wool and Vintage Tape Trim France, Circa 1830 23”W x 24”D x 36”H

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Wool, Mahogany

Chair Kohn Nr.321, since 1906, Thonet
Chair Kohn Nr.321, since 1906, Thonet

Chair Kohn Nr.321, since 1906, Thonet

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Original state. Perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish. New upholstery surface on the original core.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Empire Seating

Materials

Brass

French Empire Armchair with Red Floral Striped Damask Upholstery
French Empire Armchair with Red Floral Striped Damask Upholstery

French Empire Armchair with Red Floral Striped Damask Upholstery

Located in Queens, NY

French Restoration mahogany armchair having a rectangular headrest topped by a tapering gadrooned crest, upturned scroll arms with acanthus embellishments, upholstered back and seat ...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Style Brass Harp Lyre Side Chairs - a Pair
Antique French Empire Neoclassical Style Brass Harp Lyre Side Chairs - a Pair

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Style Brass Harp Lyre Side Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Style Brass Harp / Lyre Back Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features solid wood construction, harp backs, finely cast brass or bronze mounts, white dis...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Empire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Empire Period Mahogany Fauteuils, France ca. 1810-20
Pair of Empire Period Mahogany Fauteuils, France ca. 1810-20

Pair of Empire Period Mahogany Fauteuils, France ca. 1810-20

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of Empire Period French carved mahogany fauteuils from the early 19th century. Each with a rectangular padded back with downcurved reeded arms, the bow front upholstered seat...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Bat Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Bat Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Bat Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Located in Toronto, CA

Originally developed in early 19th century Chiavari by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, the Chiavarina chair distilled ornate Empire styles into a lighter, more refined construction that w...

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1950s Italian Vintage Empire Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Empire Green Armchairs with Bronze Mounts
Pair of French Empire Green Armchairs with Bronze Mounts

Pair of French Empire Green Armchairs with Bronze Mounts

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Empire style (19th Cent) mahogany Armchairs with bronze trim and eagle heads with green seat Both chairs are in antique condition.

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19th Century Antique Empire Seating

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Bronze

Set of six chairs, Northern Europe, turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Set of six chairs, Northern Europe, turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Set of six chairs, Northern Europe, turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Set of antique chairs from around 1900, Northern Europe. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 100 cm / seat height 45 cm / width 45 c...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 4 Danish Empire Chairs
Set of 4 Danish Empire Chairs

Set of 4 Danish Empire Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 lovely Danish chairs with light birch inlays in back and front frieze. Newly upholstered.

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19th Century Danish Antique Empire Seating

Pair of Empire design Fauteuils in Mahogany, France, circa 1880
Pair of Empire design Fauteuils in Mahogany, France, circa 1880

Pair of Empire design Fauteuils in Mahogany, France, circa 1880

Located in Atlanta, GA

A refined pair of Empire design Fauteuils, each constructed in richly-figured mahogany. The pair French in origin, and dating from the fourth quarter of the 1800s. Each chair with upholstered seat and back surrounded by exposed frames. The seats flanked by carved down-swept arms, and resting atop four splayed tapering legs. Reference: "The Antiques Directory...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Seating

Materials

Upholstery

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.