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.)
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Style: Napoleon III
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
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Arm Chairs in Gold Fabric
Located in Buchanan, NY
A handsome pair of French Napoleon III armchairs from the late 19th century, offering both comfort and style in abundance. Upholstered in a stunning vintage gold fabric...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Scrolled Back Napoleon III Armchairs with Loose Seat Cushions
Located in Buchanan, NY
A very comfortable pair of small scale French Napoleon III armchairs from the late 19th century with loose seat cushions. These chairs are a beautiful example of French style with th...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric
Napoleon III Duchesse Brisee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original two part Duchesse Brisee. Arm chair and Ottoman. In solid condition with a linen upholstery and nail heads. Air chair dimensions are W: 26" D: 29" H...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Linen, Bentwood
Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Stools
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of 19th century walnut stools from France. The seats have been newly upholstered in linen and finished with single welt decoration. The seats are round and are sitting on top of a solid walnut frame with splayed and hand turned walnut...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Napoleon III Painted Chair, France, 1850s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon III painted chair, France, 1850s.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Napolean III Gilt Bamboo Stool
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing this truly exquisite piece – the Napoleon III Gilt Bamboo Stool with a rich terracotta-colored suede seat, a testament to timeless design and d...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Suede, Wood
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
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier 'Silver Cast Bronze Legs'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the
perfect conversation piece. We have used white bronze legs and added a modern
touch to the upho...
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2010s American Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Bronze
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
Materials
Upholstery
Two Armchairs, Black Wood, Napoléon III Period - 2nd Half of the Nineteenth
Located in LES LILAS, FR
Two Armchairs in Black Wood, Napoléon III Period.
They go with a pretty bench.
Seat in excellent condition
Minor structural damages as you can see on the photos.
They are sold as...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Garonne Primo Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier 'Silver Cast Bronze Leg'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This version of our classic Garonne chaise lounge has 5 white bronze legs and white velvet upholstery. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. The bronze legs...
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2010s American Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Folding Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A pair of 19th century folding armchairs in carved and blackened wood in the imitation of bamboo with gold palmettes decorations. Reupholstered in red velvet. Napoleon III period. La...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Velvet
Pair of French 19th Century Armchairs with Ebonized Arms
Located in Buchanan, NY
This handsome pair of 19th century French Napoleon III armchairs are unique and one of a kind. The chairs feature 'floating' arms that rest on turned ebonized supports, mirroring the turned legs characteristic of this period. Adding to their distinctiveness, the chair backs have been designed with graceful scrolls. Stripped down to the original muslin, these chairs are ready for a new life with upholstery in a fabric of your choice. They offer an excellent opportunity to add a touch of vintage charm to your living room or library.
With dimensions of 34”H x 27”W x 30”D, and a seat height of 15” and arm height of 23”, these chairs are sold as is. Please note we recommend reupholstering vintage seating. If needed, upholstery services can be requested.
These chairs are part of 145 Antiques' meticulously curated collection of vintage items...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Rive Droite Confident 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
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bench, Black Wood, Napoleon III Period-2nd Half of the Nineteenth
Located in LES LILAS, FR
Pretty Napoleon III period bench with a seat in excellent condition and very comfortable.
This piece of furniture is sold as it is. It could be reupholstered.
There is a minor st...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Napoleon III Style Upholstered Lounge Chairs in Gray Paisley Fabric
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of 21st century Napoleon III style armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing. This pair of comfortable and very stylish chairs ar...
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2010s Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Black Lacquered Napoleonic Revival Upholstered Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
French Napoleon III Revival black carved wood loveseat in the the transitional Louis XV-XVI style, raised on cabriole legs, seat and arms upholste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Napoleon III French Settee
Located in Houston, TX
Napoleon III French settee upholstered in off-white ticking and burlap. Ready to be re-covered in your own fabric. Constructed circa 1870-1889 with wood and iron frame, turned and eb...
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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Garronne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our classic Garonne chaise lounge has 5 Napoleon III style turned wooden legs.
From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. This piece is
perfect for cuddling up...
Category
2010s American Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
'La Somme" Slipper Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Chair from BoBo Atelier.
Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery Work included in the price of each chair.
Customer provides fabric (COM).
Category
2010s American Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Cotton, Oak
Pair of Napoléon III Low Chairs to Cover
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Napoléon III low chairs
to cover.
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1830s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Napolean III Ebonized Armchair, C1870
Located in Altrincham, GB
Napolean III Ebonised Armchair, circa 1870 upholstered in buttoned red/gold silk, stylised shaped for on horn castors 28"w x 45"d x 34"h 45
Category
1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Silk, Ebony
19th Century French Hand Carved Wooden Piano Swivel Chair Napoleon III Period
Located in Sofia, BG
Very delicate and rare hand carved wooden piano swivel chair made in mid 19th century during Napoleon III period. Having no restoration so far the chair i...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood
Napoleon III Carved Giltwood Armchair
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Napoleon III Carved Giltwood Armchair In The Manner of Michel-Victor Cruchet.
This fine fauteuil is richly carved with foliage, shells and 'C'-Scrolls and is upholstered 'a chasis' with floral Beauvais tapestry.
The generous proportions, ornamentation and the modified Louis XV style of this grand fauteuil is in the manner of Michel Victor Cruchet who supplied related chairs to the Duke of Nemours for the Pavillon de Marsan in 1842.
French, circa 1850.
Michel-Victor Cruchet
Michel-Victor Cruchet (1815-1899), was a celebrated sculptor, carver and ornamentalist. Working with the cabinet-makers Ringuet-Leprince, Thuiller and Maigret he was a supplier of the Garde-meuble providing many pieces of furniture to the households of both King Louis-Philippe and Emperor Napoleon III.
Important commissions included audience seating for the Duke of Nemours at the Pavillon de Marsan, in a neo-Louis XV style; Gothic furniture for the Tuileries Palace for Princess...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Tapestry, Giltwood
Large French 19th Century Leather Armchair
Located in Buchanan, NY
A large French Napoleon III armchair in brown leather. Add luxurious style and comfort to your home with this classic French 19th century Napoleon III leather...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Leather
Chaise Gondole Napoléon III En Bois Et Papier Mâché Laqué Noir Et Burgauté
Located in ROYÈRE-DE-VASSIVIÈRE, FR
Chaise gondole Napoléon III en bois et papier mâché laqué noir et burgauté
décors de fleurs,
assise cannée en bon état garnie d’un coussin en tissu rouge capitonné
Plusieurs petit...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Pair of Swedish Style White Open Arm Lounge Chairs
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of white and gilt paint decorated open arm chairs. The Napoleonic themes frames with new blue and white striped fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Fabric
Pair of Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Armchairs
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of 19th century armchairs, Napoleon III period. The armchairs have been restored and the upholstery has been replaced with a beautiful Italian Brocade...
Category
1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Brocade, Beech
Royal Louis XV or Rococo Tapestry Sofa and Chairs, Gold, Napoleon III, 1880
Located in Berlin, DE
Louis XV tapestry / tapestry suite, Napoleon III, circa 1880.
Genuine gold leaf on solid wood. Hand-carved wooden body. Very old and decorative French sofa set...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood
Napoleon III Chair with Turned Beech and Velvet for Child French, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
Napoleon III French chair for child late 19th century
Turned beech, with patina,
The fabric in a good quality. Two marks in the velvet, nothing dist...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Beech, Velvet
Pair of French Napoléon III Curule Armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of French Napoléon III Curule Armchairs
Moulded, carved, blackened wood, enhanced with gold.
Open-banded back decorated with interlacing, X-bas...
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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood, Trimming
French Napoleon III Chaise Longue XIX eme
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French Napoleon III chaise longue.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
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
Materials
Brocade, Beech
LOVELY ANTIQUE NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1890 BERGERE WiNDOW SEAT BENCH SETTEE SOFA
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1890 Napoleon III Louis XVI style bergère settee which is part of a suite
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price
This sofa comes with a matching pair of parlour armchairs...
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1890s European Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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
Materials
Fabric, Wood
19th Century George Jacob Continental Brass Inlaid Mahogany Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare pair of continental mahogany and brass inlay upholstered side chairs attributed to the famous French cabinet maker Georges Jacob. Very firm, reupholstered seats with springs. ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Brass
19th Century George Jacob Continental Brass Inlaid Mahogany Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare pair of Continental Mahogany and brass inlay upholstered side chairs attributed to the famous French cabinet maker Georges Jacob. Very firm, reupholstered seats with springs. ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ebonized Hand Painted Napoleon III Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Napoleon III period chaise chauffeuse with hand painted floral and scroll designs, c.1848-1860.
The chaise chauffeuse was a chair that sits low to be near the warmth of the fire in...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
French Napoleon III Style Slipper Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An outstanding large scale French 1920s Napoleon III style slipper chair. This slipper chair is truly magnificent. It is upholstered ...
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1920s French Vintage Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric
Charming Napoleon III Period Chair, in Blackened Pear and Velvet
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Charming Napoleon III period chair, in blackened pear and velvet.
Good general condition, including velvet and padding.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Velvet, Pearwood
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
Materials
Velvet, Beech
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
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Armchair
Located in Puglia, Puglia
19th century armchair, Napoleon III period. The armchair has been restored and the upholstery has been replaced with a beautiful Italian brocade. Franc...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Brocade, Beech
Suite of Three Large Louis XV Style Armchairs in Carved Walnut
Located in BARSAC, FR
Beautiful suite of three large Louis XV style armchairs in carved walnut.
Dossier à la reine.
Very comfortable seats.
French work from the Napoleon III period around 1850.
...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Napoleon III Chairs in Blackened Wood
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice pair of Napoleon III style chairs. The structure of this chair is made of blackened wood. The uprights are made of turned wood. The seat ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Napoleon III Armchairs in Muslin
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exquisite pair of French 19th century Napoleon III style armchairs that embody the timeless elegance of this iconic era. These chairs are designed with impeccable proportions, fea...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric
Officer's Armchair, Maison Pardon Paris, 19ème
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Rare officer's armchair signed by Maison Pardon in Paris, France 1820-1830. This armchair, originally used by Napoleon Bonaparte's officers, is made of riveted and welded metal. It h...
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1820s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Napoleon III Style Green Slipper Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An elegant large scale French 1920s Napoleon III style slipper chair in pale green velvet. This French slipper chair is a magnificent piece of furniture. Upholstered in a pale green ...
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1920s Vintage Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric
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
Materials
Brocade, Beech
Napoleon III Period Fireside Chair, Fully Restored
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Napoleon III period fireside chair, fully restored
this chair has been recently restored.
if the fabric does not please there is just the fabric to ch...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Rope Pouf in a Gilt Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
A French gilt wood Napoleon III pouf in carved wood in the shape of a tied rope.
This ottoman is very decorative and is original state. It has a needlepoint top that can be used bu...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Wood
Antique French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud sofa
Located in London, GB
A very beautiful, stylish and extremely comfortable original antique 19th century French, Napoleon III buttoned crapaud sofa. Covered in oatmeal coloured 100% wool textile on staine...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
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Wool
Pair of French Napoleon III Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Stunning pair of French sofa's in the Napoleon III style, circa 1880.
These classic sofa's feature an elegantly shaped frame which includes their...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery
19th Century Napoleon III Period Louis XIV Style Canape ~ Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Napoleon III Period Louis XIV Style Canape ~ Sofa is a superlative example of the revival of timeless French style and flair that occurred during the reign of France's l...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Armchairs Napoleon III, Completely Redone
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of armchairs Napoleon III, completely redone.
Another different pair but with the same fabric is also on sale.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
French Napoleon III Settee in Muslin
Located in Buchanan, NY
A wonderfully proportioned small French settee from the Napoleon III period with a gracious curved back. This late 19th century settee has been stripped down to the original muslin l...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Seating
Materials
Fabric
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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