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Napoleon III Seating

NAPOLEON III STYLE

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

Find a collection of antique Napoleon III decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Napoleon III
Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet
Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet

Alma Napoleon Style Accent Chair in Velvet

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Seating

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Metal

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa

Located in Puglia, Puglia

French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The sofa has been restored and the upholstery replaced with a beautiful Italian Brocade. France...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brocade, Beech

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Classic
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Classic

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Classic

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been upholstered in a traditional style instead of our contemporary version. . It is the perfect conversation piece. This...

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2010s American Napoleon III Seating

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Wood, Cotton

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III High Back Armchairs, Ready to Upholster
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III High Back Armchairs, Ready to Upholster

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III High Back Armchairs, Ready to Upholster

Located in Atlanta, GA

Impressive pair of 19th century French Napoleon III armchairs featuring elegant high backs and beautifully balanced proportions. These substantial chairs embody the refined style and...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Wood

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

1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

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

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Wood, Velvet

French 19th Century Bench
French 19th Century Bench

French 19th Century Bench

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This Charming long bench is covered with a beige color fabric with dark mahogany feet.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of French Louis XV Style Walnut Fauteuils, circa 1880
Pair of French Louis XV Style Walnut Fauteuils, circa 1880

Pair of French Louis XV Style Walnut Fauteuils, circa 1880

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant pair of French carved fauteuils embodies the timeless sophistication of the Louis XV taste, executed in the 19th century with graceful proportions and richly sculpted de...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Walnut

Antique French Napoleon III Style Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 12
Antique French Napoleon III Style Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 12

Antique French Napoleon III Style Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 12

Located in Astoria, NY

Grand set of twelve antique French dining chairs, Napoleon III style, late 19th century, sourced in Provence, France. Crafted from solid oak, the chairs feature arched upholstered ba...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

19th Century French Duchesse Brisée Bergère and Matching Ottoman
19th Century French Duchesse Brisée Bergère and Matching Ottoman

19th Century French Duchesse Brisée Bergère and Matching Ottoman

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant French Duchesse Brisée dates from the 19th-century and is a beautiful example of refined French seating furniture. Comprising a comfortable bergère armchair and its matc...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery
19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery

19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery

Located in London, GB

A classic 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair, circa 1870. This elegant library or lounge chair features its original proportions with a comfortably raked back and scrolled a...

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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Cotton, Calico, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

A Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
A Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

A Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

A refined pair of 19th century French library chairs in the Napoleon III taste, distinguished by their elegant proportions and classic turned leg...

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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Hardwood

Napoleon III Style Side Chair, Wood & Fabric, Late 19th Century
Napoleon III Style Side Chair, Wood & Fabric, Late 19th Century

Napoleon III Style Side Chair, Wood & Fabric, Late 19th Century

By Napoléon III

Located in Trenton, NJ

Refined and full of charm, this vintage Napoleon III style side chair embodies the decorative grace of the late 19th century. Its petite size and fine detailing make it both a visual...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Wood

French Napoleon Velvet Chauffeuse chair from Ann Getty's antiquity collection
French Napoleon Velvet Chauffeuse chair from Ann Getty's antiquity collection

French Napoleon Velvet Chauffeuse chair from Ann Getty's antiquity collection

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique, French Napoleon III tufted velvet and needlework chauffeuse chair, part of Gordon and Ann Getty's personal antiquity collection, the Getty's acquired at Butterfield and Butt...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Velvet

'Atelier' 1860s French Napoleon III Double Spoon Seduction Chaise in Moss Velvet
'Atelier' 1860s French Napoleon III Double Spoon Seduction Chaise in Moss Velvet

'Atelier' 1860s French Napoleon III Double Spoon Seduction Chaise in Moss Velvet

Located in London, GB

1860s French "Atelier" Love Seat — A Study in Seduction & Construction An exceptionally elegant and large-scale French Napoleon III period piece, circa 1860 - the construction s...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mohair, Burlap, Velvet, Wood

Vintage English Napoleon III Style Blue Button Tufted Fan Back Club Chairs, Pair
Vintage English Napoleon III Style Blue Button Tufted Fan Back Club Chairs, Pair

Vintage English Napoleon III Style Blue Button Tufted Fan Back Club Chairs, Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage English Napoleon III Style Blue Button Tufted and Pleated Fan Back Club Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item features solid mahogany wood frames with "antiqued" finish, polished bras...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Blackened Wood Napoleon the 3d Sofa
Blackened Wood Napoleon the 3d Sofa

Blackened Wood Napoleon the 3d Sofa

$6,107Sale Price|25% Off

Blackened Wood Napoleon the 3d Sofa

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice and unique sofa is made of blackened wood and fabric. It has a very nice shape. This canape must be re-upholstered (what we can arrange if you wish with fabric of your choice). This is a French work Napoleon the 3...

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Wood

19th Century French Napoleon III Méridienne /Chaise Longue, C 1860
19th Century French Napoleon III Méridienne /Chaise Longue, C 1860

19th Century French Napoleon III Méridienne /Chaise Longue, C 1860

Located in Charleston, SC

This exquisite rare shape Napoleon III méridienne / chaise lounge with long length with extremely curvaceous profile, graceful scroll arms on ebonzied legs. Unlike more common tufte...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

19th Century Button-Tufted Slipper Chair with Turned Beech Legs
19th Century Button-Tufted Slipper Chair with Turned Beech Legs

19th Century Button-Tufted Slipper Chair with Turned Beech Legs

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant slipper chair dates from the 19th century and reflects the refined taste of Napoleon III seating furniture. The chair features a generously cushioned seat and a graceful...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting
Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting

Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting

Located in Buchanan, NY

gently curved backs with diamond tufting. These lovely small scale French Napoleon III armchairs feature lovely turned legs, and gracefully curved arms. The classic “chapeau de gend...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

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

Pair of 19th Century French Upholstered Stools

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of 19th century oak stools from France with newly upholstered tops. The seats are newly upholstered in linen and have nail head trim decoration. The frames of the stools are...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Abalone, Oak

Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Armchair Upholstered in Neutral Fabric
Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Armchair Upholstered in Neutral Fabric

Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Armchair Upholstered in Neutral Fabric

Located in London, London

An elegant upholstered armchair with a gently curved, enveloping form, likely dating to the 19th century. The chair features a high, softly shaped back that flows into rounded arms,...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric

Alma Chair - Leather
Alma Chair - Leather

Alma Chair - Leather

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in Fargo Dark Brown Italian leather. Resembling a classic French Napoleon style chair,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Seating

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Metal

Napoleon III Style Slipper Chair
Napoleon III Style Slipper Chair

Napoleon III Style Slipper Chair

Located in Sheffield, MA

The slipper chair reflects the Napoleon III style of the mid-19th century with gold brocade fabric with deep cushion affect and exuberant fringe. Fr...

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20th Century Unknown Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric

1880s French Napoleon III Gilt Faux Bamboo Stool Gold Carved Wood
1880s French Napoleon III Gilt Faux Bamboo Stool Gold Carved Wood

1880s French Napoleon III Gilt Faux Bamboo Stool Gold Carved Wood

Located in High Point, NC

This charming 1880s French Napoléon III gilt faux bamboo stool exemplifies the period’s fascination with exoticism and decorative refinement. Crafted in carved wood and finished in a...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Faux Bamboo, Giltwood

1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair
1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair

1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchair, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric. This elegant lounge chair feature a beautifully sculpted backrest with deep ...

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Napoleon III Giltwood Slipper Chairs
Pair of Napoleon III Giltwood Slipper Chairs

Pair of Napoleon III Giltwood Slipper Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

A striking pair of Napoleon III giltwood chairs on casters, newly upholstered in a woven block chain velvet, chocolate leather trim, nailhead detail, and a lofty down seat cushion. F...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Giltwood

20th Century Icelandic Sheepskin Fournier Style Rope Bergère Chair
20th Century Icelandic Sheepskin Fournier Style Rope Bergère Chair

20th Century Icelandic Sheepskin Fournier Style Rope Bergère Chair

Located in Houston, TX

20th Century Icelandic sheepskin Fournier style rope bergère chair with each leg and arm featuring a knotted detail. Newly upholstered in Icelandic sheepkin. International Orders: A...

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20th Century Italian Napoleon III Seating

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Sheepskin, Wood

Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet
Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet

Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A magnificent small scale 19th century French Napoleon III “chapeau de gendarme” style settee in red velvet with contrasting bullion fringe. This lovely small scale French Napoleon ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools
Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools

Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of 19th century oak stools from France with newly upholstered tops in linen finished with a single welt. The frames have hand-turned barley twist legs, joined by matching stretc...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Linen, Oak

French 19th C. Chaise Longue with Carved Fruitwood Frame
French 19th C. Chaise Longue with Carved Fruitwood Frame

French 19th C. Chaise Longue with Carved Fruitwood Frame

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant French Napoleon III chaise longue is classic and timeless. Inspired by the Louis XV period, this 19th century chaise features an elaborately carved fruitwood frame that ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Fruitwood

Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our Classic Garonne chaise lounge has five Napoleon III style turned wooden legs. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. This piece is perfect for cuddling u...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Seating

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Oak, Cotton

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

Antique Armchairs Reupholsted Chauffeuse Napoleon III French late 19th Centuty

Located in Labrit, Landes

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

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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

Napoleon III Period Armchair, 19th Century.
Napoleon III Period Armchair, 19th Century.

Napoleon III Period Armchair, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Napoleon III period armchair, 19th century. Napoleon III period armchair, 19th century, to reupholster, fabric stained, need to be reupholstered. Dimensions : H: 80cm, L: 88cm, D: ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric

19th Century Napoleon III Period Mahogany Wall Bed
19th Century Napoleon III Period Mahogany Wall Bed

19th Century Napoleon III Period Mahogany Wall Bed

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Napoleon III Period Mahogany Wall Bed is a superbly well-preserved example of French style and ingenuity from the Second Empire! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahog...

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mahogany

19th Century Napoleon III Square Back Armchair with Matching Footstool
19th Century Napoleon III Square Back Armchair with Matching Footstool

19th Century Napoleon III Square Back Armchair with Matching Footstool

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant 19th century French Napoleon III armchair accompanied by its matching footstool, presenting a sophisticated silhouette characteristic of the Second Empire period. The chair f...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Wood

Pair of French Armchairs in Muslin with Matching Ottoman
Pair of French Armchairs in Muslin with Matching Ottoman

Pair of French Armchairs in Muslin with Matching Ottoman

Located in Buchanan, NY

This striking trio of French armchairs and an ottoman from the 1920s is the embodiment of timeless elegance. The chairs and ottoman are a testament to fine artistry, with intricately...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our Classic Garonne chaise lounge has five Napoleon III style turned wooden legs. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. This piece is perfect for cuddling up with a good book in front of the fireplace or simply lounging around after a long day. Covered in a mint green velvet...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Oak

Small Scaled French 19th Century Settee
Small Scaled French 19th Century Settee

Small Scaled French 19th Century Settee

Located in Buchanan, NY

An elegant French early 20th century small scale settee in the Napoleon III style. This French settee is a timeless piece of furniture that embodies classic elegance. Its gracious cu...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

19th Century French Breton Oak Footstool
19th Century French Breton Oak Footstool

19th Century French Breton Oak Footstool

Located in High Point, NC

19th century French oak footstool from the Breton region of France. The top has been newly upholstered in linen and finished with a single welt. The frame of the footstool has wond...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Linen, Oak

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Daybed with Gilt Accents
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Daybed with Gilt Accents

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Daybed with Gilt Accents

Located in Chicago, IL

This 19th-century French Empire daybed, also known as a ‘chaise lounge,’ is crafted from rich reddish-brown mahogany and mahogany veneer. It features an upholstered mattress and two ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mahogany

1870's Antique French Giltwood Aubusson Salon Set, Settee and Fauteuils
1870's Antique French Giltwood Aubusson Salon Set, Settee and Fauteuils

1870's Antique French Giltwood Aubusson Salon Set, Settee and Fauteuils

Located in Dallas, TX

Take a timeless, bespoke design, mix in a dash of romantic connotations to get this worn-in bucolic charm aesthetic. Invite the beauty of Louis XV style into your home with this Giltwood Aubusson Tapestry three piece salon suite from the French Napoleon III period. Upholstered with hand-woven Aubusson tapestry and carved giltwood, this Late 19th Century three piece salon suite includes a settee and two matching armchairs. The settee and Fauteuil (armchair) are supported by turned tapering legs, padded armrests, and cartouche-shaped backs. Please take into consideration these pieces are from the 1870's as a result some frame work and reupholstery may be required. All facets of this 3-piece set collectively entwine to form the striking and grand charm of a textile that is worthy to depict the tender, emotive, and vibrant details of humans and histories, no longer known. The historic worth far exceeds any damage that comes with centuries of wear. In any event, it is simply amazing. If you adore timeworn treasure, this antique parlor set...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Wool, Tapestry, Giltwood

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

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

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

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

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1930s Swedish Vintage Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Beech

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle
French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle

Located in Chireno, TX

French Napoleon III Armchair upholstered in off-white boucle circa 1865-1884. New casters on front legs. An excellent near-pair with a second Napoleon III chair similarly upholstered...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brass, Steel, Iron

19th century demi-borne / Half seat in rosewood
19th century demi-borne / Half seat in rosewood

19th century demi-borne / Half seat in rosewood

Located in Paris, FR

Very unusual 19th-century demi-borne in rosewood and damask fabric with an attached planter in the back. France, circa 1860

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Damask, Rosewood

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Chaise Lounge in Blue Velvet
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Chaise Lounge in Blue Velvet

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Chaise Lounge in Blue Velvet

Located in Astoria, NY

An exceptional mid-19th century French chaise lounge from the Napoleon III period, showcasing clean lines, exquisite detailing, and a commanding yet refined presence. Sourced in Pari...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. This version has turned wooden legs with the traditional Napoleon II...

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2010s American Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Wood

20th Century Empire Style Napoleonic Swan Armchair
20th Century Empire Style Napoleonic Swan Armchair

20th Century Empire Style Napoleonic Swan Armchair

Located in Berlin, DE

Napoleonic pavilion armchair in Empire style. Very exact fine-carved sculpture made of solid, blackened beechwood. Poliment gold-plated. Scratched frame on plastically carved legs e...

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20th Century French Napoleon III Seating

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Wood

French Antique Napoleon Chairs
French Antique Napoleon Chairs

French Antique Napoleon Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of charming antique Napoleon chairs. New upholstery, and the wood legs are a dark mahogany finish and in great condition. Fabric is a linen and cotton blend. France, 1930.

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1930s French Vintage Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Wood

French Scrolled Back Napoleon III Slipper Chair with Fringe
French Scrolled Back Napoleon III Slipper Chair with Fringe

French Scrolled Back Napoleon III Slipper Chair with Fringe

Located in Buchanan, NY

This lovely 19th century French Napoleon III slipper chair features a gracefully scrolled back, and has been upholstered in an elegant fabric with an abstract leafy design with birds...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

Modern Sculptural Stool with Twisted Rope Base after AME Fournier 21st Century
Modern Sculptural Stool with Twisted Rope Base after AME Fournier 21st Century

Modern Sculptural Stool with Twisted Rope Base after AME Fournier 21st Century

By A.M.E Fournier

Located in Troy, MI

Sculptural rope leg stool by Ballard Designs 21st Century production A modern adaptation of the 19th Century Napoleon III tabouret stool by A.M.E. Fournier Twisted and knotted rope ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Seating

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Linen, Beech

19th Century Upholstered Flemish Arm Chair from France
19th Century Upholstered Flemish Arm Chair from France

19th Century Upholstered Flemish Arm Chair from France

Located in High Point, NC

19th century walnut Flemish arm chair from France. This is a lovely Flemish armchair made from walnut and newly upholstered in linen. The arms are gracefully shaped and terminate ...

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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Linen, Walnut

French Napoleon III Style Gilt Wood Knot Base Ottoman
French Napoleon III Style Gilt Wood Knot Base Ottoman

French Napoleon III Style Gilt Wood Knot Base Ottoman

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fantastic and very decorative French Pouf Ottoman with an intricate Gilt Wood Knotted Rope base. With good size and a high Cushion custom upholstered in a William Morris type Leaf ...

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20th Century Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Wood

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

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

By Saint Honore Les Bains

Located in London, GB

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

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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brass

Pair of Napoleon III 19th Century French Giltwood Crapaud (toad) Chairs
Pair of Napoleon III 19th Century French Giltwood Crapaud (toad) Chairs

Pair of Napoleon III 19th Century French Giltwood Crapaud (toad) Chairs

Located in Hastings, GB

An exceptional and highly decorative pair of late 19th-century French Crapaud (Toad) chair, masterfully marrying classical European opulence with a contemporary, curated aesthetic. T...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Giltwood

Antique 1800's Napoleon III gilt bamboo stool from Michael S. Smith installation
Antique 1800's Napoleon III gilt bamboo stool from Michael S. Smith installation

Antique 1800's Napoleon III gilt bamboo stool from Michael S. Smith installation

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique Circa 1800’s Parisian Napoleon III Aesthetic Movement Stool, carved bamboo legs, a centered English turned finial with cross-stretchers in gilt-wood, and soft terracotta sued...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Wood, Suede

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