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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
French Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Club Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An inviting pair of French 19th century Napoleon III style armchairs that embody leisure and luxury in one design. Currently upholstered in a dotted velvet of cream and teal, these c...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Textile, Wood

French Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Club Chairs
French Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Club Chairs

French Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Club Chairs

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Stools
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of lovely turned 19th century walnut stools from France. The seats have been newly upholstered in linen and finished with a single welt, for added design interest. The seats a...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Linen, Walnut

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

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Stools

4 Theodore Alexander Napoleon III Mahogany Scoop Back Brown Leather Bar Stool
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 4 An Evening At Ease by Theodore Alexander. Inspired by Napoleon III and Louis XV styling. Features a hand carved mahogany scoop back, a padded brown leather upholstered sea...
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Late 20th Century Napoleon III Seating

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Brass

4 Theodore Alexander Napoleon III Mahogany Scoop Back Brown Leather Bar Stool
4 Theodore Alexander Napoleon III Mahogany Scoop Back Brown Leather Bar Stool

4 Theodore Alexander Napoleon III Mahogany Scoop Back Brown Leather Bar Stool

19th Century Confident / Conversation Seat / Tête-à-tête
Located in Paris, FR
19th century confident in rosewood. France, circa 1860.
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1860s Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Rosewood

19th Century Confident / Conversation Seat / Tête-à-tête
19th Century Confident / Conversation Seat / Tête-à-tête

19th Century Confident / Conversation Seat / Tête-à-tête

French Napoleon III Walnut Sofa Banquette French Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Elegant Napoleon III walnut banquette or sofa. France circa 1890, The upholstery and the fabric has been recently changed. Very good antique condition. A little stain on the fabri...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

French Napoleon III Walnut Sofa Banquette French Late 19th Century
French Napoleon III Walnut Sofa Banquette French Late 19th Century

French Napoleon III Walnut Sofa Banquette French Late 19th Century

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period, the upholstery was redone in velvet in the 1960s, normal wear but in very good condition, France, 1870s.
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Beech

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe
By Madeleine Castaing
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning and unique pair of Napoleon III armchairs, in the style of Madeleine Castaing, in green velvet, Maison Etro luxurious fabric, and trimming, passementeries. France, second ha...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe
Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Silk Satin Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The sofa has the original silk satin covering and two bands embroidered in half stitch and applied to the fabric, the backrest...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Satin, Silk, Beech

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Silk Satin Sofa
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Silk Satin Sofa

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Silk Satin Sofa

French Napoleon III Style Settee in Vintage Gold Velvet
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Napoleon III style settee is upholstered in a plush floral patterned gold velvet with tassel adornments and matching bullion fringe. The beautifully curved back a...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

French Napoleon III Style Settee in Vintage Gold Velvet
French Napoleon III Style Settee in Vintage Gold Velvet

French Napoleon III Style Settee in Vintage Gold Velvet

Aesthetic Movement Gold Giltwood Cane Arm Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century giltwood chair with wonderful hand carved curved arms, turned spindle, finals, cane seat and new feather down seat cushion in ticking. Also available C.O.M. (additional...
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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Cane, Wood, Giltwood

Aesthetic Movement Gold Giltwood Cane Arm Chair
Aesthetic Movement Gold Giltwood Cane Arm Chair

Aesthetic Movement Gold Giltwood Cane Arm Chair

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

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

Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools

Napoleon III 19th Century French Chaise Longue
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This elegant French Napoleon III chaise longue is a timeless classic. Its sophisticated "chapeau de gendarme" shape is one of its most distinctive features, evoking a sense of regal sophistication. The chaise longue has the original upholstery. Although sold as-is, the option for custom upholstery services is available upon request, ensuring this stunning piece can be adapted to any individual taste or style. Bring an air of 19th century French elegance to your space with this exceptional Napoleon III chaise longue. We have only restored the wooden part, polished the feet with shellac. Sold as is. We always recommend upholstering vintage seats...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Napoleon III 19th Century French Chaise Longue
Napoleon III 19th Century French Chaise Longue

Napoleon III 19th Century French Chaise Longue

Pair of Napoleon III Period Crimson Velvet Bergere Chairs with wheels
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite pair of Napoléon III period bergère armchairs epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of 19th-century French design. Dating from the late 19th century, these chairs ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brass

Pair of Napoleon III Period Crimson Velvet Bergere Chairs with wheels
Pair of Napoleon III Period Crimson Velvet Bergere Chairs with wheels

Pair of Napoleon III Period Crimson Velvet Bergere Chairs with wheels

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

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

Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools

Antique Armchair Fauteuil Napoleon III Upholstery and Beech French 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of fauteuil armchair French Napoleon III, circa 1880 Antique, late 19th century, Sound and solid It can be recovered if you wish but the velvet is clean and in good conditio...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Antique Armchair Fauteuil Napoleon III Upholstery and Beech French 19th Century
Antique Armchair Fauteuil Napoleon III Upholstery and Beech French 19th Century

Antique Armchair Fauteuil Napoleon III Upholstery and Beech French 19th Century

Antique French Iron Campaign Style Daybed
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add glamour and style with this Napoleon III cast iron lounging day bed to any room. Create your own 24" x 74" seating area with a mattress, seat cushion and decorative pillows to ma...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Iron

Antique French Iron Campaign Style Daybed
Antique French Iron Campaign Style Daybed

Antique French Iron Campaign Style Daybed

19th Century Carved Conversation Borne Settee Tête-à-tête
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the enchanting world of opulence with this exquisite Borne Settee, a resplendent blend of timeless elegance and whimsical charm. Upholstered in the finest white button tuft...
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1860s European Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Hardwood

19th Century Carved Conversation Borne Settee Tête-à-tête
19th Century Carved Conversation Borne Settee Tête-à-tête

19th Century Carved Conversation Borne Settee Tête-à-tête

Set of Four Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Side Chairs, France, circa 1870
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four Napoleon III ebonized salon chairs with balloon-back, cabriole legs, upholstered back and seat. France, circa 1870. Beautifully restored frames with original ebonized woo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Side Chairs, France, circa 1870
Set of Four Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Side Chairs, France, circa 1870

Set of Four Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Side Chairs, France, circa 1870

Two Napoleon III Style Gilt Ebonized Parlor Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two Napoleon III style gilt ebonized parlor chairs. Larger arm chair: 26" W x 24" D x 40" H, seat height 17", arm height 24" Smaller chair: 18" W x 22" D x 38" H, seat height 17"
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Late 19th Century Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Two Napoleon III Style Gilt Ebonized Parlor Chairs
Two Napoleon III Style Gilt Ebonized Parlor Chairs

Two Napoleon III Style Gilt Ebonized Parlor Chairs

Pair of Napoleon III Chairs Fabric and Painted Wood, French, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French Pair of Napoleon III, circa 1880. Black painting with gilded vegetal motifs Antique, late 19th century. It can be recovered with the fabric of your choice to suit your inte...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Napoleon III Chairs Fabric and Painted Wood, French, Late 19th Century
Pair of Napoleon III Chairs Fabric and Painted Wood, French, Late 19th Century

Pair of Napoleon III Chairs Fabric and Painted Wood, French, Late 19th Century

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa and Two Armchairs
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French sofa and two armchairs from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The whole set has been restored and the upholstery replaced with a beautiful Italian Brocade...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Brocade, Beech

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa and Two Armchairs
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa and Two Armchairs

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa and Two Armchairs

Dark Grey Velvet Bourne, Round Sofa
By Century Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
A stunning dark grey velvet four section custom made bourne. The base is hexagonal in shape with a luxurious inverted pleated flat valance. Four shaped and curved back supports creat...
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Late 20th Century American Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Dark Grey Velvet Bourne, Round Sofa
Dark Grey Velvet Bourne, Round Sofa

Dark Grey Velvet Bourne, Round Sofa

19th Century French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Blue Velvet
Located in Astoria, NY
A traditional late 19th-century French chaise or daybed lounge in the taste of Napoleon III, sourced from Provence, France. This piece is hand-crafted from solid wood, featuring an e...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Wood

19th Century French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Blue Velvet
19th Century French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Blue Velvet

19th Century French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Blue Velvet

19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Lounge in Striped Velvet
Located in Astoria, NY
A traditional late 19th-century Napoleon III chaise lounge or daybed, sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully handcrafted from solid maple, it features an elegant oval-back frame ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Maple

19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Lounge in Striped Velvet
19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Lounge in Striped Velvet

19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Lounge in Striped Velvet

Antique French Napoleon III Style Slipper Chairs W/ Green Burnout Velvet- A Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite pair of late 19th-century French Napoleon III-style slipper bedroom chairs, sourced from Provence, France. Expertly handcrafted with solid wood frames and elegantly curv...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Velvet, Maple

Antique French Napoleon III Style Slipper Chairs W/ Green Burnout Velvet- A Pair
Antique French Napoleon III Style Slipper Chairs W/ Green Burnout Velvet- A Pair

Antique French Napoleon III Style Slipper Chairs W/ Green Burnout Velvet- A Pair

French Napoleon III Chaise in Red Velvet
Located in Buchanan, NY
This exquisite French 19th century Napoleon III chaise lounge features an extended left arm, and the interior of the back and arms have skillfully ironed diamond tufting, making this...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

French Napoleon III Chaise in Red Velvet
French Napoleon III Chaise in Red Velvet

French Napoleon III Chaise in Red Velvet

Pair of Napoleon III Red Chairs Upholstered French, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Napoleon III French red chairs late 19th century The chair have been re-upholstered. The chairs are similar but one is bigger than the other. Chair 1: D 18.1 in ; (46 cm) W 16.5 i...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Napoleon III Red Chairs Upholstered French, Late 19th Century
Pair of Napoleon III Red Chairs Upholstered French, Late 19th Century

Pair of Napoleon III Red Chairs Upholstered French, Late 19th Century

French Patio Wrought Iron Chaise Longue
Located in Sheffield, MA
The undulating black patio metal garden chaise loungeis relatively light weight for easy movability. The seat peaks where the knee bends making it extremely comfortable. The mesh cou...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Wrought Iron

French Patio Wrought Iron Chaise Longue
French Patio Wrought Iron Chaise Longue

French Patio Wrought Iron Chaise Longue

Napoleon III Style Leather Upholstered Club Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
A stylish black leather Napoleon III club or lounge chair. Chair has typical Napoleon III style legs and leather upholstery with nail finish.
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

Napoleon III Style Leather Upholstered Club Chair
Napoleon III Style Leather Upholstered Club Chair

Napoleon III Style Leather Upholstered Club Chair

French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Napoleon III chaise longue in muslin is classic and timeless. Its sophisticated "chapeau de gendarme" shape is one of its most distinctive features, evoking a sen...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin
French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin

French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin

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

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

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa

Antique French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Mocha Chenille
Located in Astoria, NY
Gorgeous late 19th-century French chaise lounge or daybed in the style of Napoleon III, sourced from Provence, France. Handcrafted from solid wood, it features an elegant oval back w...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Chenille, Walnut

Antique French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Mocha Chenille
Antique French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Mocha Chenille

Antique French Napoleon III Style Chaise Lounge W/ Mocha Chenille

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Daybed or Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive 19th century walnut daybed or bench seat made in the grand French Napoleon III period. The walnut frame features large round padd...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Daybed or Bench
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Daybed or Bench

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Daybed or Bench

French Napoleon III Armchair with Diamond Tufting
Located in Buchanan, NY
This exceptional French 19th century Napoleon III armchair features diamond tufting and scrolled arms, typical of this period in French design. The graceful curve of the rounded back...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

French Napoleon III Armchair with Diamond Tufting
French Napoleon III Armchair with Diamond Tufting

French Napoleon III Armchair with Diamond Tufting

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle
Located in Houston, 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

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

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle

French Napoleon III Slipper Chair in Floral Fabric
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning French Napoleon III slipper chair. This slipper chair is a truly unique piece, with its vintage floral fabric and bullion...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric

French Napoleon III Slipper Chair in Floral Fabric
French Napoleon III Slipper Chair in Floral Fabric

French Napoleon III Slipper Chair in Floral Fabric

Antique French Napoleon III Style Walnut Dining Chairs W/Cream Chenille-Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
Late 19th-century set of six French dining chairs made in the style of Napoleon III, sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from solid walnut wood featuring elegant ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Chenille, Walnut

Antique French Napoleon III Style Walnut Dining Chairs W/Cream Chenille-Set of 6
Antique French Napoleon III Style Walnut Dining Chairs W/Cream Chenille-Set of 6

Antique French Napoleon III Style Walnut Dining Chairs W/Cream Chenille-Set of 6

Pair of Napoleon III Side Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A fabulous pair of 19th century Napoleon III carved wooden side chairs, each with a delicate spindle back and ornately shaped top rail. The se...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Leather, Fruitwood

Pair of Napoleon III Side Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery
Pair of Napoleon III Side Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery

Pair of Napoleon III Side Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery

Antique French Napoleon Giltwood Aubusson Settee & Fauteuils 7 Piece Parlor Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Napoleon III Style Giltwood Aubusson Settee & Fauteuils 7 Piece Parlor Set This exquisite Antique French Napoleon III Style Gilt-wood Aubusson Settee and Fauteuils 7 ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Tapestry

Antique French Napoleon Giltwood Aubusson Settee & Fauteuils 7 Piece Parlor Set
Antique French Napoleon Giltwood Aubusson Settee & Fauteuils 7 Piece Parlor Set

Antique French Napoleon Giltwood Aubusson Settee & Fauteuils 7 Piece Parlor Set

Antique French 19th Century Napolean III Armchair and Footstool Bullion Fringe
Located in London, GB
Antique French 19th century Napolean III armchair and footstool Bullion Fringe Excellent condition commensurate with age. Chair: h78/40 w79 d85 Footstool D43 h42.
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

Antique French 19th Century Napolean III Armchair and Footstool Bullion Fringe
Antique French 19th Century Napolean III Armchair and Footstool Bullion Fringe

Antique French 19th Century Napolean III Armchair and Footstool Bullion Fringe

Pair of Napoleon III Giltwood Slipper Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
A striking 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. Fabric is...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Giltwood

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

Pair of Napoleon III Giltwood Slipper Chairs

Napoleon III corner bench in gilded wood
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Napoleon III era with our corner bench seat and its curved mercure mirror. Originating from Montmar...
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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mirror, Wood

Napoleon III corner bench in gilded wood
Napoleon III corner bench in gilded wood

Napoleon III corner bench in gilded wood

Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
An elegant pair of 19th century Napoleon III tufted armchairs from France. The pair is upholstered in vintage floral fabric but would look amazing recovered in a modern updated fabri...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs
Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs

Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs

Salon set comprising one sofa and six armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Superb and rare Napoleon iiistyle living room in Aubusson tapestry including six armcahairs and a sofa the sofa depicts a picnic scene from this period where the children play and d...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Tapestry, Giltwood

Salon set comprising one sofa and six armchairs
Salon set comprising one sofa and six armchairs

Salon set comprising one sofa and six armchairs

French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning French high-back sofa, designed in the opulent Napoleon III style, is the embodiment of luxury and elegance. Upholstered in a pale orange tangerine velvet, the back and...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery

French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe

French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle
Located in Houston, 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

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

French Napoleon III Armchair in White Boucle

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 mahoga...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Mahogany

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

19th Century Napoleon III Period Mahogany Wall Bed

French Napoleon III reupholstered Lounge Chair, 1890s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful Napoleon III lounge chair which has been completely reupholstered in our workshops with a very beautiful terracotta color fabric from Fine Fabrics and a fringe finish ...
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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric

French Napoleon III reupholstered Lounge Chair, 1890s
French Napoleon III reupholstered Lounge Chair, 1890s

French Napoleon III reupholstered Lounge Chair, 1890s

Two French Salon Chairs of the Period Napoleon III.
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This exquisite pair of salon chairs, believed to originate from France between 1850 and 1870, offers a stunning fusion of historical elegance and modern luxury. Crafted from solid be...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Silk, Upholstery, Beech, Lacquer

Two French Salon Chairs of the Period Napoleon III.
Two French Salon Chairs of the Period Napoleon III.

Two French Salon Chairs of the Period Napoleon III.

19th Century French Napoleon III Mahogany Day Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Napoleon III mahogany day bed is a masterful study in classical architecture melded with timeless French craftsmanship and an understated elegance that will trans...
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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Rosewood

19th Century French Napoleon III Mahogany Day Bed
19th Century French Napoleon III Mahogany Day Bed

19th Century French Napoleon III Mahogany Day Bed

Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench with Burgundy, raspberry pink, off-white upholstery. Magnificent meridian from the Napoleon III - Second Empire period with a wide...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth
Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth

Meridian - Day bed - Lounge chair - Bench Napoleon III - France XIXth

Pair of Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Cane Seats, Napoleon III Period
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite pair of side chairs, dating back to circa 1860-1880, embodies the elegance of the Napoleon III era. Expertly crafted from ebonized wood, these chairs feature intricate...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fruitwood, Cane

Pair of Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Cane Seats, Napoleon III Period
Pair of Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Cane Seats, Napoleon III Period

Pair of Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Cane Seats, Napoleon III Period

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

Materials

Damask, Rosewood

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

19th century demi-borne / Half seat in rosewood

1880s French Napoleon III Green Velvet Reading Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exceptional French 19th century Napoleon III reading chair. This unique chair is upholstered in an elegant green-gold velvet, featuring intricate braided detailing, and elaborate ...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Upholstery

1880s French Napoleon III Green Velvet Reading Chair
1880s French Napoleon III Green Velvet Reading Chair

1880s French Napoleon III Green Velvet Reading Chair

19th Century French Pair of Napoleon III Walnut Lounge Chairs, Antique Fauteuils
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large pair of antique French Napoleon III lounge chairs made of hand crafted Walnut, in good condition. The detailed Fauteuils have a slightly reclined backrest with wide armrests,...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century French Pair of Napoleon III Walnut Lounge Chairs, Antique Fauteuils
19th Century French Pair of Napoleon III Walnut Lounge Chairs, Antique Fauteuils

19th Century French Pair of Napoleon III Walnut Lounge Chairs, Antique Fauteuils

19th Century French Long Window Seat
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak long window seat from France. The seat is made from a single board. The apron is also hand carved in a nulling pattern and the bench is supported on hand turned legs...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Long Window Seat
19th Century French Long Window Seat

19th Century French Long Window Seat

Late 19th Century French Giltwood Petite Settee
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Late 19th Century French Giltwood Petite Settee Guilloche Carving and Fluted Tapered Legs Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos.
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Giltwood

Late 19th Century French Giltwood Petite Settee
Late 19th Century French Giltwood Petite Settee

Late 19th Century French Giltwood Petite Settee

Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
This daybed or sofa was made originally in France circa 1870 in the Napoleon III style and is constructed of walnut and burled walnut veneers used to dramatically show off the wood selection and grain patterns. Large profiles and massive flat or concave and convex long grained area of regular walnut have been used to border complex very figured areas of veneered burl walnut Boldly scaled and very masculine the original rail on one side has been removed and a permanent rail with a notched upper area in the head and foot boards to accommodate an upholstered wooden back which was clearly just screwed in in the past allowing for the use as a sofa in a guest room also used as a sitting room. The head and foot boards are finished on both side so its clear that it was always meant to be seen form an alcove bed...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Burl

Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa
Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa

Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa

Napoleon Iii seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Napoleon III 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, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Napoleon III seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, J.&J. Khon, Aubusson Manufacture, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 $373 and tops out at $41,810 while the average work can sell for $3,247.

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