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Empire Furniture

EMPIRE STYLE

From 1804–15, Napoléon I reigned as the emperor of France, bringing the country into a new era of opulence after the fall of the monarchy and the tumultuous years of the French Revolution. He declared, “We must have very solid things, made to last 100 years.” Empire-style furniture followed suit, with imposing pieces constructed from mahogany and adorned with gilded ornaments. Expanding on the neoclassicism popularized in the previous century — such as in ​​Louis XVI style — Empire style borrowed from the great civilizations of antiquity, from Egypt to Greece and Rome, to connect this nascent empire to the power of the past.

Napoléon I believed the production of fine furniture would reflect the stature of the republic, with his official architects Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine leading the way with their work on his residences.

Luxurious materials, symmetrical shapes and bold colors characterize antique Empire-style bedroom furniture, armchairs, cabinets and other structures, with frequent motifs including mythological creatures, geometric designs, acanthus leaves, eagles, bees (the imperial emblem) and swans, a favorite of Empress Joséphine.

Flat surfaces, like marble tabletops, were accented with decadent details, such as the bronze furniture mounts made by sculptor Pierre-Philippe Thomire for the French palaces. Martin-Guillaume Biennais, who worked as the imperial goldsmith, crafted intricate luxury objects that mixed wood, fine metal, mother-of-pearl and ivory. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

The style became popular abroad, influencing the American Empire style. Stately pieces carved with sprigs of olives by cabinetmaker Pierre-Antoine Bellange were acquired by American President James Monroe for the White House in 1817.

Find a collection of antique Empire tables, lighting, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Empire
Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk
Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk

Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Introducing this elegant Italian desk dating back to the 20th century. An extremely refined desk, inspired by the Empire style. Featuring a linear design with black ebonized column ...

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20th Century Italian Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th century Swedish burr birch tripod table
19th century Swedish burr birch tripod table

19th century Swedish burr birch tripod table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Swedish burr birch tripod table circa 1860. Good quality piece of traditional furniture which showcases the nations favourite wood, birch. Square top with rounded corn...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Birch

French Directoire Bronze Skeleton Clock
French Directoire Bronze Skeleton Clock

French Directoire Bronze Skeleton Clock

Located in Rome, IT

Extremely fine quality Directoire/Empire gilt bronze mounted gilt brass skeleton clock with enameled chapter ring and openwork movement. Roman numerals for the hours and outer half...

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1790s French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

1840s Empire Veneered Mahogany Wood Sicilian Round Tilt-Top Table
1840s Empire Veneered Mahogany Wood Sicilian Round Tilt-Top Table

1840s Empire Veneered Mahogany Wood Sicilian Round Tilt-Top Table

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This Sicilian tilt-top table is a distinctive piece of furniture, reflecting the design aesthetics of the Empire style popular during the early to mid-19th century, it's a testament ...

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Mid-19th Century Sicilian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Wood

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire
119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful set of silver plated tableware from the French brand SFAM (Société Française d'Alliage de Métaux). The cutlery is beautifully decorated in Empire style. SFAM ceased to exis...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Wilhelm II 1901 Zwei Mark Coin – Historical German Collectible - 2Y104
Wilhelm II 1901 Zwei Mark Coin – Historical German Collectible - 2Y104

Wilhelm II 1901 Zwei Mark Coin – Historical German Collectible - 2Y104

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This remarkable piece of numismatic history is a Wilhelm II Zwei Mark coin from the German Empire, minted in 1901. In excellent condition, this coin is an exquisite addition to any c...

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Early 1900s French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Empire Style Commode
Italian Empire Style Commode

Italian Empire Style Commode

Located in Houston, TX

1900s Italian Empire mahogany chest of drawers with gilt bronze ormolu, keys and black marble top.

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Neoclassical Empire Marble Top Ormolu Mounted Gray and Gilt Console Tables, Pair
Neoclassical Empire Marble Top Ormolu Mounted Gray and Gilt Console Tables, Pair

Neoclassical Empire Marble Top Ormolu Mounted Gray and Gilt Console Tables, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous pair of Neoclassical or Empire style console tables featuring winged sphinx and Egyptian ormolu figures USA, Circa Late 20th Century Painted wood in a lovely gray color,...

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Late 20th Century American Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Italian Polychrome Queen Headboard in Garnet and Gold
19th Century Italian Polychrome Queen Headboard in Garnet and Gold

19th Century Italian Polychrome Queen Headboard in Garnet and Gold

Located in Miami, FL

This versatile and unique polychrome headboard was completely carved and painted by hand in Italy during the 1800’s. The headboard has a stylized garland which transitions seamlessl...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Biscuit Tin "The British Commonwealth"
Early 20th Century Biscuit Tin "The British Commonwealth"

Early 20th Century Biscuit Tin "The British Commonwealth"

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A biscuit tin celebrating The British Commonwealth, both natural & architectural. The 1930s Canadian Rockies train is wonderful! Also featuring Windsor, Parliament House of New Zeala...

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Early 20th Century English Empire Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

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

Located in Palermo, IT

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

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19th Century Italian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Empire Antique Burl Walnut Center Table with Black Marble Top, circa 1815
French Empire Antique Burl Walnut Center Table with Black Marble Top, circa 1815

French Empire Antique Burl Walnut Center Table with Black Marble Top, circa 1815

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A very fine Empire center table crafted of beautifully patinated burl walnut veneers over secondary woods, the table retains its original black marble top. This was turned to create the dished top with an integral raised rim. Over each of the three columns is a honeysuckle gilded bronze mount, each pillar...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Pair of French Empire Dore Patinated Bronze Urns on Pedestals
Pair of French Empire Dore Patinated Bronze Urns on Pedestals

Pair of French Empire Dore Patinated Bronze Urns on Pedestals

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful pair of quality bronze Dore Urns on Pedestals. The pair are in wonderful vintage condition. one small bend to the lip or edge of one - not greatly noticeable or offense...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Italian Empire Period Center Table Early 19th Century
Italian Empire Period Center Table Early 19th Century

Italian Empire Period Center Table Early 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

The round top a white marble, crisply edged and set above a beautifully grained mahogany or rosewood veneered apron. The base features a fluted black column rising from a triangular ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Empire Queen Bed in Mahogany & Bronze, Swan Design
19th Century French Empire Queen Bed in Mahogany & Bronze, Swan Design

19th Century French Empire Queen Bed in Mahogany & Bronze, Swan Design

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire-style mahogany and bronze and gilt trimmed queen size bed with swan design (includes: headboard, footboard, rails). (19th Century reproduction of Josephine Bonaparte's swan bed...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Vintage Tapestry Depicting Exotic Animals 5 X 3
Vintage Tapestry Depicting Exotic Animals 5 X 3

Vintage Tapestry Depicting Exotic Animals 5 X 3

Located in Los Angeles, US

A wall hanging tapestry, simply put, is a textile specifically designed and woven to portray an artistic scene with the intent of hanging it on a wall. Antique tapestries, those that...

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Early 2000s Unknown Empire Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th Century French Empire Sideboard with Gilt Bronze Mounts & Green Marble Top
19th Century French Empire Sideboard with Gilt Bronze Mounts & Green Marble Top

19th Century French Empire Sideboard with Gilt Bronze Mounts & Green Marble Top

Located in High Point, NC

A striking 19th century French Empire style mahogany sideboard or credenza, richly adorned with finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts and crowned with an impressive green marble to...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble

Large Sonno Bedside Table In Flamed Mahogany From The Empire Period Early 19 Cen
Large Sonno Bedside Table In Flamed Mahogany From The Empire Period Early 19 Cen

Large Sonno Bedside Table In Flamed Mahogany From The Empire Period Early 19 Cen

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superb Empire period mahogany bedside table from the early 19th century. This large model is quite rare, measuring 82cm high and 42cm in diameter (they are often 74cm high). Its size...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Empire Octagonal Drop-Leaf Light Blue Painted Table
Swedish Empire Octagonal Drop-Leaf Light Blue Painted Table

Swedish Empire Octagonal Drop-Leaf Light Blue Painted Table

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Swedish Empire octagonal blue painted tilt-top pedestal end table with claw and ball feet with rotating table top. Please note that this table is located in Halmstad, Sweden.  

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Period Empire Bench with Four Carved and Parcel Gilt Lion Heads
Period Empire Bench with Four Carved and Parcel Gilt Lion Heads

Period Empire Bench with Four Carved and Parcel Gilt Lion Heads

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A superb and exceptionally rare Empire bench in cherry wood, distinguished by four exquisitely carved and parcel-gilt lion heads. It’s perfect proportions as well as masterfully hand...

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Early 1800s Austrian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Giltwood

Art Deco Style Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chrome
Art Deco Style Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chrome

Art Deco Style Crystal Chandelier Empire Sac a Pearl Palace Lamp Chrome

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Deco Crystal Chandelier - Empire Elegance in Customizable Sizes Introducing a new Art Deco crystal style chandelier that captures the grandeur of the Empire era while offering m...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Wire

French Porcelain Compote Basket
French Porcelain Compote Basket

French Porcelain Compote Basket

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful French oval white and gold pierced Paris Porcelain compote basket tazza bowl in the Empire style, circa late 19th century, France...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy
French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy

French Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock - Allegory of Astronomy

Located in New York, NY

French Empire period early 19th century ormolu bronze mantel clock depicting Urania, muse of astronomy, in an allegory of astronomy, beside a variety of scientific instruments. 16 b...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal

Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Empire Furniture

Materials

Wood

Empire Style Round Side Table, Country Finish
Empire Style Round Side Table, Country Finish

Empire Style Round Side Table, Country Finish

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Empire-style Neo Classic wooden round side table in a rustic country finish, with a dish top, four tapered column legs and an X stretcher base. Dimensions: 30" W x 30" D x 27....

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Empire Furniture

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze & Tôle Chandelier
French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze & Tôle Chandelier

French 19th Century Empire Gilt Bronze & Tôle Chandelier

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

French, 19th century Empire style ceiling fixture of green tôle using six candelabra lights to illuminate the stunning gilt bronze accents and the surrounding room. A round metal bow...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Putti Baroque Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Porcelain rose
Putti Baroque Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Porcelain rose

Putti Baroque Chandelier Crystal Gold Basket Antique Brass Porcelain rose

Located in Berlin, DE

Magnificent Restored Solid Brass Chandelier with Cherub & Hand-Painted Porcelain Roses – 9 Lights A true masterpiece of classic lighting design, this opulent chandelier is crafted e...

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1940s Italian Vintage Empire Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Large Early 19th Century Empire Chest Of Drawers, Mahogany, Ormolu, Paris, 1810
Large Early 19th Century Empire Chest Of Drawers, Mahogany, Ormolu, Paris, 1810

Large Early 19th Century Empire Chest Of Drawers, Mahogany, Ormolu, Paris, 1810

Located in Greven, DE

Large Empire chest of drawers Paris Mahogany Early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 97 x 136 x 68 cm Description: The architecturally designed front of the chest of drawers is divided into three zones. A plinth connected to the floor forms the lower section, on which two sturdy columns rest, supporting the upper section, which houses a large drawer. Three further drawers are housed in the centre section of the chest of drawers, which recedes behind the columns. A black granite top forms the upper end. The drawers, the back panel and the body are made of oak, except for the panels in the side walls. The top section with the ledge drawer is connected to the body with wooden wedges and can be removed for transport. This detail can be clearly seen in one of the photos. Exquisitely beautiful mahogany veneer, horizontally mirrored on the drawers at the height of the key entrances, enlivens the smooth surfaces on which the lavishly gilded bronzes unfold their effect. Some of the very finely crafted fittings can also be found on Empire furniture by Jacob...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Contemporary Makonde Style Hand Carved Wooden Sculpture on a Base
Contemporary Makonde Style Hand Carved Wooden Sculpture on a Base

Contemporary Makonde Style Hand Carved Wooden Sculpture on a Base

Located in Queens, NY

Contemporary Makonde Style Hand Carved with filigree design cylindrical wooden cculpture on a square shaped base

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20th Century Unknown Empire Furniture

French Early 20th Century Empire Brass and Bronze Table Lamp and Shade
French Early 20th Century Empire Brass and Bronze Table Lamp and Shade

French Early 20th Century Empire Brass and Bronze Table Lamp and Shade

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An early 20th-century French Empire-style brazier, which was used as a portable heater burning hot coals or other fuel for interior warmth. This example was converted to a table lamp...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Late 20th Century Bouillotte Table Lamp – Neoclassical Style – Gilt Bronze
Late 20th Century Bouillotte Table Lamp – Neoclassical Style – Gilt Bronze

Late 20th Century Bouillotte Table Lamp – Neoclassical Style – Gilt Bronze

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

An elegant late 20th century table lamp in neoclassical bouillotte style, made of high-quality gilt bronze with refined detailing and a beautifully polished finish. The craftsmanship...

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1990s French Empire Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Maison Lucien Gau bronze wall lighting model Swann Empire , France 1960s
Maison Lucien Gau bronze wall lighting model Swann Empire , France 1960s

Maison Lucien Gau bronze wall lighting model Swann Empire , France 1960s

By Maison Lucien Gau

Located in La xara, VC

The wall sconces correspond to the swan model by Maison Lucien Gau, a Parisian bronze art manufacturer specializing in bronze lighting since 1860, still active today. Model Identifi...

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1960s French Vintage Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8
Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8

Antique Baccarat Crystal Empire Armorial Crest 34 Piece Stemware Service for 8

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Historically significant Baccarat Empire Simson Armorial Crest stemware service for 8 - champagne, wine, water and liqueur glasses and two superb wine decanters, each piece bearing the Simson crest 19th Century The Armorial crest is almost certainly that of Sampson Simson (1780-1857), a Jewish American philanthropist most notably remembered as the Father of Mount Sinai Hospital. Simson was born in Danbury, CT and expressed an early interest in law, attending Columbia University where he studied under Aaron Burr. He was admitted to the bar in 1802 and became one of the first Jewish lawyers in New York City. He retired several years later to devote himself to charitable work. In 1852, nine men, including Sampson Simpson, joined together to establish the Jew's Hospital in New York which later became Mount Sinai Hospital. Simson served as the first president of the hospital's Board of Directors, personally covering many of the expenses and donating the land upon which the hospital was originally built on West 28th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. Baccarat introduced their iconic Harcourt pattern in 1841 and this service is from approximately the same time period, circa 1850. The Baccarat Empire pattern elevates the Harcourt design model with fine gilded decoration identical at the foot and rim to the Simson service. Armorial crests were executed by special commission which included the 1828 Louis de Bourbon Ewer, the Duke of Aosta service, Service de L'Elysee, Countess of Paris Service and those of other prominent individuals. The service includes: Wine decanter with handle: 10.5 inches high, 5.5 inches diameter Wine Decanter: 10.38 inches high, 5 inches diameter 8 champagne coupes: 5 inches high, 4 inches diameter 8 wine glasses: 5 inches high, 2.63 inches diameter 8 water glasses: 6.63 inches high, 3.57 inches diameter 8 liqueur glasses: 4.13 inches high, 2.13 inches diameter Condition: Very Good. very light age appropriate surface wear Baccarat registered its trademark in 1860 at which time a paper label began to be attached to pieces, very few of these labels have survived. Prior to this period, Baccarat pieces were unsigned, with the exception of some early paperweights bearing the letter B. Early Baccarat is identified by quality, pattern and references. References: Christie's, Auction 2814, January 23, 2014 for a silver brandy warmer by Myer Myers with an identical crest, the lot essay identifying the crest as that of Sampson Simson _ we are grateful to Jill Waddell, Christie's VP, Senior Specialist, Silver Department for her assistance with identifying the Simson crest. A Baccarat wine decanter...

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19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Crystal

A Pair Of Gilt Brass French Bouliotte Style Candle Lamps
A Pair Of Gilt Brass French Bouliotte Style Candle Lamps

A Pair Of Gilt Brass French Bouliotte Style Candle Lamps

Located in London, GB

A pair of Mid 20th century Gilt Brass Bouliotte style table lamps with new grey fabric shades. The circular plinth base with reeded stem supporting two tall candle style arms. Circul...

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1950s French Vintage Empire Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

20th Century Black Ebonized Empire Style Swan Bench

Located in Houston, TX

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

Category

20th Century Empire Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Empire Style Commode or Dresser with Marble Top & Bronze Lion Head Pulls
French Empire Style Commode or Dresser with Marble Top & Bronze Lion Head Pulls

French Empire Style Commode or Dresser with Marble Top & Bronze Lion Head Pulls

Located in Plainview, NY

An exquisite French Empire style commode or dresser offering three drawers. The commode or dresser is painted in antiqued beige tone and features lion head bronze pulls. The dresser or commode is raised by finely carved tole metal bottom showing scrolls and a large shell design in the middle. The piece is study and is finely carved while having a marble top in black , gray adding style and elegance to this timeless dresser. The French Empire style dresser...

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20th Century Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Picture Frame Holder pocket Sterling Silver Enamel 3 Photographs
Picture Frame Holder pocket Sterling Silver Enamel 3 Photographs

Picture Frame Holder pocket Sterling Silver Enamel 3 Photographs

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Pocket photos holder in sterling silver 925/1000 gold plated with two-tone translucent fired enamels on guillochè, with hand-engraved edges. Empire style Napoleon III. Octagonal hing...

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1980s Italian Vintage Empire Furniture

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century French Empire Style Gueridon with Black Marble Top
19th Century French Empire Style Gueridon with Black Marble Top

19th Century French Empire Style Gueridon with Black Marble Top

Located in Sheffield, MA

A very handsome classical Empire-style round center table with a dark gray/black marble top, raised on a hand turned ebonized black center pedestal. The table lends itself to be use...

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19th Century Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble

Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s
Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s

Antique French Empire Mahogany Double Bookcase With Mounted Ormolu, Circa 1890s

By Herter Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique French Empire bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of Herter Brothers USA, Circa 1890s Carved mahogany, with glass front doors, and mounted gilt bronze or...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage golden sunburst mirror, 1960s
Vintage golden sunburst mirror, 1960s

Vintage golden sunburst mirror, 1960s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Resin sunburst mirror with convex mirror glass. The mirror is in a good condition. 1960s - made in Belgium. Dimensions: Diameter: 43cm Ref.: 84654535 40-41

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1960s Vintage Empire Furniture

Materials

Resin

19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Three-Light Sconce, Wall Candelabra
19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Three-Light Sconce, Wall Candelabra

19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Three-Light Sconce, Wall Candelabra

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

French Empire gilt bronze three-arm wall candleholder finely ornate with foliate, acorn motifs and three female faces, circa 1850-1870. This wall candelabra can easily be converted ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Empire Pedestal Cabinet, Copenhagen 1810-20
Elegant Empire Pedestal Cabinet, Copenhagen 1810-20

Elegant Empire Pedestal Cabinet, Copenhagen 1810-20

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Empire pedestal cabinet with convex front. Top top edge with a refined detail in the form of dark wood edging. One drawer with light intarsia edge in birch and maple. Drawer ...

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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Bone, Hardwood, Birch, Mahogany, Maple

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

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

Located in Kennesaw, GA

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

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Late 20th Century Italian Empire Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Empire Chiffonier Ebonized, Danish, Approx. 1840
Empire Chiffonier Ebonized, Danish, Approx. 1840

Empire Chiffonier Ebonized, Danish, Approx. 1840

Located in Kastrup, DK

Late Empire black ebonized mahogany chest of drawers / tall boy, with raised semi-oval top. Seven drawers flanked by gilt quarter columns. Brass keyholes. Denmark, Copenhagen Appro...

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19th Century Danish Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Beaded Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique
Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Beaded Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique

Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Beaded Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique

Located in Berlin, DE

Introducing a stunning Brass Basket Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with captivating crystals, reminiscent of the classical style of the Empire era. This is...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Empire Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

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

Lovely Pair Of Black Lacquered And Gilt Upholstered Open Armchairs

Located in Crawley, GB

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

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Mid-20th Century British Empire Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair 19th Century Italian Empire Consoles
Pair 19th Century Italian Empire Consoles

Pair 19th Century Italian Empire Consoles

Located in Houston, TX

A stately pair of 19th Century Italian Empire white marble top mahogany consoles supported by ebonized caryatid columns.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Empire Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Empire furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Empire furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Empire furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Modenese Gastone, Europa Antiques, Baker Furniture Company, and Gherardo Degli Albizzi. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $56 and tops out at $955,603 while the average work can sell for $4,296.