Napoleon III Furniture
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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Napoleon III
Napoleon III French Antique Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
Mirror from France from the Napoleon III period. This piece is made of finely hand-embossed brass with intricate décor throughout. Framing mirrored compartments are angled to create ...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Paul Sormani Signed Parisian Napoleon III Period Glove Box
By Paul Sormani
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce very fine quality Napoleon III Period (1852-1870) gilt bronze ormolu mounted inlaid glove box by important Parisian ébéniste Paul Sormani (1817-1877)
Exquisitely hand-cra...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
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Brass, Ormolu
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Porcelain Royal Crown Derby Plate in Pinxton Roses Pattern, 1940s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Lovely white Royal Crown Derby dinner plate with pink roses and gold painted edges on a white background.
Marked at bottom with
Royal Cro...
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1940s English Vintage Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Dark Grey Velvet Bourne, Round Sofa
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 Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Red and Gold Tole Tray with Marine Scene
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This large mid-19th century French Napoleon III period hand painted metal tole tray features a central marine scene with sailors stranded on a rock and...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Metal
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood Bed is a testament both to expert craftsmanship and exotic imported material from the Americas. Designed in a neoclassical style, it featur...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
An Exceptional Suite of Champleve Enamel Ormolu Candelabra by Sevin, Barbedienne
Located in New York, NY
Illuminating Heritage: An Important "Exhibition" Suite of Four Ferdinand Barbedienne and Louis-Constant Sevin Champlevé Enamel and Ormolu Eight-Light Candelabra/Lamps
This monumenta...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
French Napoleon III Curved and Tufted Chaise Longue
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French 19th century Napoleon III tufted chaise lounge showcases the artistry of the period. It features a gracefully sloped and curved extended left arm, and scrolled back with a decorative tassle accent. The interior of the back and arm, and the seat, are all skillfully and heavily tufted, making this chaise a unique and standout addition to any interior. The vintage blue velvet fabric...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Exceptional Napoleon III Bronze Mounted And Ebonized Writing Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Antique French Bronze mounted writing table with particularly fine form dating to the late 19th Century. The table features all over Bronze mounts including Caryatid figures o...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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 Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Bronze Jules Moigniez Figurative Animal Sculpture of Two Pheasants
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This wonderfully playful French animaliers study of two pheasants eating wheat has a nice golden patina and finely finished hand chased surface detail, r...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Napoleon III Period Settee
Located in Sheffield, MA
A classic small-scale French 19th Century Napoleon III Period loveseat, sofa or settee, circa 1860-1879. The settee offers both comfort and style with graceful and elegant lines exe...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Round White Marble Top Table Upon Painted Iron Base
Located in Houston, TX
Round white marble top table, raised upon painted iron base, circa 1870-1899.
Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will inc...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Pair 19thc French Signed Baccarat Russo Pattern Flint Glassw/Gilt Candle Holders
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Antique Pair Signed Baccarat Molded Flint Glass Candle Holders. These are the "Russo" pattern with gilt enamel embellishment. Highly collectible Russian Pattern. Napoleo...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Sevres Style Figural Scenery Plaques Napolean III Style Bronze Mounted Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a wonderful, extremely elaborate Sevres style plaque encrusted and bronze mounted walnut table. The table is in good antique condition and features incredible porcelain plaqu...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Daybed with Gilt Accents
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century French Empire daybed, also known as a ‘chaise lounge,’ is crafted from rich reddish-brown mahogany and mahogany veneer. It features an upholstered mattress and two ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
F. Barbedienne, A Suite of Three French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Jardinieres
Located in New York, NY
Ferdinand Barbedienne, An Exquisite Suite of Three French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Jardinieres / Garniture C. 1870, The Design Attributed to Louis Constant Sevin.
Comprising of t...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Century) walnut library ladders with side railings and steps leading to a top platform (on casters) (attributed to Napoleon ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Haviland Limoges France Imperatrice Eugenie Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Haviland Limoges France vase in Imperatrice Eugenie pattern is made on one of the discontinued blanks and is probably one of the first vases decor...
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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Mirrored Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and magnificent antique Napoleon III period mirrored single door cabinet, Parisian work, finished in luxurious and grandiose Louis XIV style.
Hand-crafted in Paris in the t...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
A 19th C. French Baccarat Opaline Crystal Vase w/ Enameled Putti Decoration
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
A Very Large 19th Century French Baccarat Opaline Crystal Vase with Enameled Putti and Floral Decoration. The amphora form vase is beautifully hand-enam...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Crystal
19thc French Napoleon III Crystal Presentation Tray Signed by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Signed Baccarat Crystal Presentation Serving Tray/ Platter. Rare piece by Baccarat.
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Napoleon III Boulle Pier Cabinet
Located in Astoria, NY
Napoleon III Gilt Metal Mounted Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Inlay Boulle Pier Cabinet, late 19th century, the rectangular top above an inlaid frieze, below, a central arched glazed ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Ebonized Swedish Center or Library Table
Located in Houston, TX
Neoclassical ebonized Swedish center table, or library table, hand-carved in Second Empire, or Napoleon III style. Will also be an excellent writing t...
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1860s Swedish Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Tall Chest of Drawers in Burled Walnut w Ebonized Accents & Pedestal Top
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome tall chest on chest in beautiful burled walnut with ebonized accents. Offers seven drawers of variegated heights with their original wo...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
19th Century French Napoleon III Iron Lantern with Painted Stained Glass Panels
Located in Dallas, TX
For a unique lighting feature, look no further than this beautiful, antique Gothic style lantern. Created in France circa 1870, the colorful lantern is decorated with four painted, s...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Side Table
Located in High Point, NC
19th century walnut side table from France with a beveled and hand carved decorated edge around the top, following down to a fabulously hand carved apron on all four sides of the tab...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1870's Antique French Giltwood Aubusson Salon Set, Settee and Fauteuils
Located in Dallas, TX
Take a timeless, bespoke design, mix in a dash of romantic connotations to get this worn-in bucolic charm aesthetic. Invite the beauty of Louis XV style into your home with this Giltwood Aubusson Tapestry three piece salon suite from the French Napoleon III period. Upholstered with hand-woven Aubusson tapestry and carved giltwood, this Late 19th Century three piece salon suite includes a settee and two matching armchairs. The settee and Fauteuil (armchair) are supported by turned tapering legs, padded armrests, and cartouche-shaped backs. Please take into consideration these pieces are from the 1870's as a result some frame work and reupholstery may be required.
All facets of this 3-piece set collectively entwine to form the striking and grand charm of a textile that is worthy to depict the tender, emotive, and vibrant details of humans and histories, no longer known. The historic worth far exceeds any damage that comes with centuries of wear. In any event, it is simply amazing. If you adore timeworn treasure, this antique parlor set...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Wool, Tapestry, Giltwood
19th Century French Repusse Mirror
Located in Huntington, NY
19th century French Repusee mirror, matte finish for photo purposes only.
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Oak Settee
Located in High Point, NC
19th century French settee made from oak. The back is carved and has three vase shaped carved panels, following down to a seat with a bevelled edge along the front, and turned arms. ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Oak
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Tufted Armchair Lounge Chair, 16” Seat Height
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
French-style tufted armchair blends classic elegance with thoughtful proportions designed for space-conscious interiors ; generous 36-inch width, provides a welcoming and comfortabl...
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20th Century American Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Polyester
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Period Bronze Fireplace Fender
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French Napoleon III bronze fireplace fender from the mid nineteenth century features a large urn with a flame at the top and hanging garlands mounted on a plinth at each end of ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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 Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
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 Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
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 Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Bleached Oak Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Enhance a dining room, den, or grand entryway with this exquisite antique wooden chandelier. Crafted in France circa 1880, this elegant light fixture features a round design with six...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Oak
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 Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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 Furniture
Materials
Fabric
19th Century French André-Charles Boulle Style Cave à Liqueur
Located in Dallas, TX
The incredibly intricate brass inlay that embellishes the lid and front façade of this cave à liqueur is reminiscent of the technique utilized by Andre-Charles Boulle while hand-craf...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Monumental Royal Vienna Iridescent Porcelain Portrait Vase and Cover, Wagner
Located in New York, NY
A monumental Royal Vienna Iridescent porcelain portrait vase and cover, Wagner, circa 1880.
This Royal Vienna Urn features an exceptional iridescent ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French 1870s Napoléon III Period Painted Trumeau Mirror with Floral Oil Painting
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoléon III painted trumeau mirror from the late 19th century, with oil on canvas floral painting. Created in France at the end of Emperor Napoléon III's reign, this large ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
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Mirror, Canvas, Wood
19th Century French Lacquered Tray
Located in Stockbridge, GA
19th century French tole lacquered tray
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Metal
A Monumental Pair Of Baccarat Opaline Glass Bronze Mounted Vases
Located in New York, NY
An Important and Monumental Pair Of French Baccarat Opaline Opaque Glass Bronze Mounted Vases and Covers.
In the annals of artistry, certain creations stand as epitomes of beauty, t...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Gustave Odiot Paris Sterling Silver Bowl, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a turn of the 19th Century sterling silver decorative bowl designed and crafted by silversmith Odiot, Paris. The piece was crafted in France circa 1880. The rounded shape resting on a floral pedestal has an "HD" monogram engraved on the side. The piece boasts lovely raised detailed handles with acanthus leaf decor. The same acanthus leaves also adorn the rim of the bowl. The inside is vermeil (sterling silver covered with 18 Karats gold). The piece is signed on the underside Odiot - Paris with company legal hallmarks and Minerva legal stamp for French sterling silver.
The bowl is in good condition, with a tiny bump on the side. Check the close-up with a black arrow.
Dimensions: 8.25 in wide (21 cm) x 5.50 in deep (14 cm) x 4.50 in high (11.5 cm) - The bowl diameter is 5.5 in (14 cm).
Maison Odiot was founded in 1690, during the reign of Louis XIV, by Jean-Baptiste Gaspard Odiot, a skilled silversmith.
Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte gave Jean-Baptiste Claude, grandson of Jean-Baptiste Gaspard, many prestigious commissions for himself and his families, such as the sacred scepter, the royal sword...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver, Metal
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. We have used white bronze legs and added a modern
touch to the uphols...
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2010s American Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Antique Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Envelope Games Card Table, C. 1870
By Henry Dasson
Located in New York, NY
A French Antique Ormolu-Mounted mahogany envelope games card table, C. 1870, attributed to Henry Dasson.
A very elegant and high quality, French Louis XVI style, mahogany and bro...
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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Silver Plated over Bronze Jewelry Box with Repousse Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant, antique Napoleon III silverplated box in your master bath to keep your jewelry safe and organized. Crafted in France circa 1870, and built of bronze, the rectangular casket with raised top, sits on small scrolled feet, and is dressed with lion face handles on both sides. All sides including the top are decorated with detailed repousse floral and leaf motifs in high relief throughout; the top is decorated with a oval medallion featuring Poseidon, one of the Twelve Olympians in ancient Greek religion and mythology...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Mohair and Silk Striped Sofa's
Located in Spencertown, NY
The upholstery with studs, gimp and fringe, with velvet back and sides.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Silk
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 Furniture
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Linen, Walnut
Veneered French Chiffonnier from Le Dauphiné, circa 1850
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted near the base of the French Alps, circa 1850, this veneered chiffonier hails from the former province of Le Dauphiné. During the reign of Napoleon ...
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1850s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Brass Wire Birdcage with Removable Tray
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate your home with this whimsical antique bird cage. Crafted in France, circa 1920, this cage stands on a walnut base ending with round feet. Built of brass, the bird habitat is...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Urns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning pair of 19th-century French cast iron urns, exuding classical elegance and fine craftsmanship. These decorative urns feature intricately designed scalloped rims that creat...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture
Materials
Iron
Napoleon Iii furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Napoleon III 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 decorative objects, building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Napoleon III 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 Europa Antiques, Baccarat, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, and Ferdinand Barbedienne. 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 $49 and tops out at $2,500,000 while the average work can sell for $3,313.