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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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Style: Napoleon III
19th Century Italian Chandelier in Glass Crystal and Metal
Located in Roma, IT
This chandelier feature a cascade of tear-drops, roses, festoons, chains of pearls, sequins, and crystals, making them decor pieces of peerless elegance, splendor, and glamor. Comple...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Crystal, Metal

Table Cigarette Case enamel and hand-engraved in Napoleon III style Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Table cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché with hand-engraved engravings in the Frenc...
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1970s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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 Furniture

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Wood

Boxed Set, Silver-Plated Dinner Services, Menagère in its Box.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Boxed set, silver-plated dinner services, menagère in its box. Set of 6 forks and 6 spoons, box, silver-plated dinner services in its case, Napoleon III style, 20th century. H: 5cm,...
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20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Silver Plate

Napoleon III Low Squared-Back Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Napoleon III low squared-back chairs on casters circa 1860-1879. Turned and hand-carved ebonized legs on casters. Newly-covered in white ticking and burlap. Sold together and priced ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

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

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Bronze

19th Century Pair of Tall Opaline Vases
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This stunning pair of Baccarat Style opaline vases is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the Art Nouveau period. Dating back to the end of 19th century, these vases are a...
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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Opaline Glass

19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the late 19th century. Napoleon III furniture, wavy and rounded, carved and veneered in mahogany wood. Finished for the center desk enriched with gilded and ...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Napoleon 3 Style Sofa Covered with Satin, circa 1950, Baroque
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon 3 style sofa covered with satin, circa 1950, baroque all covered with yellow satin, slightly discolored satin, and small spots.
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1950s French Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

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Satin, Wood

Sèvres, Macé, 12 Porcelain Plates, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Set of 12 elegant white porcelain plates with a decoration of flowers, ribbons and colored rosettes, with gold highlights Two are marked "Macé, A la ville de Sèvres, blvd des Italians 23, rue de Choiseul...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Tole Cachepots Jardinieres
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of antique French black and gold jardinieres or cachepots. No maker's mark. These gorgeous planters have a fine hand painted laurel wreath garland with gilt ring handle...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Metal

Perfumer Baccarat Perfume Box, Ormolu Mounted, Doré Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Perfumer Baccarat Perfume Box, Ormolu Mounted, Doré Bronze Presenting a remarkable fusion of artistry and opulence, the perfumer Baccarat's green op...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ormolu

Antique French Napoleon III Game Box in Boulle Marquetry
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antique French Napoleon III gambling chest in "Boulle" Marquetry, with game elements inside. Second half of 19th century. Small wood gambling chest with playing cards and mother of p...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

Porcelain Teapot, Bronze Handle, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain teapot, bronze handle, 20th century. A 20th century porcelain teapot with a bronze handle. H: 18cm, W: 14.5cm, D: 10cm
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20th Century Asian Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Late 19th-Century French Equestrian Prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras
Located in Glasgow, GB
Late 19th-Century French Equestrian chromolithograph prints by Ernest Alexandre Bodoy, A. Legras. Capturing the exhilarating energy of equestrian steeplechase scenes, as originally...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer, Paper

19th Century 'French Revolution' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
19th century French Napoleon period fireback that symbolizes the French Revolution. On top of the pillar is a Phrygian cap. This is the cap of Marianne, a national symbol of France. ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron

19th C. French Gilt and Porcelain Inkwell - Estate of Barbara J. Walters
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., France, an ormolu, gilt and polychrome enameled porcelain encrier or inkwell in pot form. It is decorated with flowering vines, the gilt bronze top with wells for writing im...
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1870s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ormolu

Gilt Bronze Fireplace Set, Napoleon III, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Gilt bronze mantelpiece with 2 patinas (matt and shiny) composed of a clock and 2 candelabras. The clock is decorated with caryatids holding garlands of flowers and laurel leaves, ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

French 19th Century Napoleon III Period Cabinet
Located in Warsaw, PL
This 19th-century cabinet is a beautiful example of the Napoleon III style, characterized by elegance and refinement. It is crafted from black lacquered wood, likely ebony, and adorn...
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19th Century Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Style Parecloses Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A unique 19th century French Napoleon III style parecloses mirror with beautiful proportions and a unique frame design. This authentic mirror features wonderful brass ornamentations and finishes, stunning wood carvings, and a mirror glass in fine condition. The brass arabesques on each corner of the mirror penetrate through the successive hand carved wood frames and really give an impressive sense of structure to the piece as a whole. This type of Napoleon III mirror is known as “parecloses” which was a highly prized type of mirror design in the 19th century imported from Venice. This design is characterized by the overall largeness of the mirror with a first large frame that contained smaller frames within its structure and each displaying unique ornamental finishes and carvings. This Napoleon III antique mirror...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

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 Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Pine Side Table
Located in High Point, NC
19th century French pine side table with a shaped top which has a bevelled edge, following down to a scalloped apron, which has a carved border and a single drawer in the front. The ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Pine

Alabaster Monkey Sculpture, End 19th C
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Alabaster Sculpture, France, Late 19th Century – Monkey Smoking a Pipe. This delightful French alabaster sculpture, created at the end of the 19th century, depicts a monkey leisurely smoking a pipe. The sculpture is crafted in alabaster, with intricately detailed features that capture the playful yet thoughtful expression of the monkey. Notably, the eyes are made of glass, adding a unique touch of realism to the piece. Dimensions: Height: 9.8" (25 cm), Width: 6.7" (17 cm), Depth: 4.4" (11.2 cm). The sculpture is in good condition, with only slight scratches and small chips on the base, which are consistent with age. A whimsical and charming example of late 19th-century French sculpture, this piece would make an intriguing addition to any collection of animal-themed art or antique stone...
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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Alabaster

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 Furniture

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Brocade, Beech

Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Duck
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Rooster Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ceramic

BOULLE CABINET 19th Century French Napoleon III
Located in Madrid, ES
BOULLE CABINET 19th Century French Napoleon III, Marquetry in ebonized wood, tortoiseshell and brass. Gilded bronze applications "Caryatids", marble top. Box with a door, interior wi...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Chromo-Lithograph Boat of Nymphs by H Clementz in Its Frame, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Boat of Nymphs by Hermann Clementz. Clementz was a German genre and portrait painter (1852-1930). In 2012, the original oil painted of this lithograph "Boat of Nymphs" was found in...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Paper, Wood

Bloch & Eschwege - 273pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set, Chest
By Maison Bloch Eschwege 1, Jorgen Bloch
Located in Wilmington, DE
Bloch & Eschwege 273pc. Flatware Set – Description 1st Dibs Direct from Paris, A Stunning 273pc. Privately Commissioned Napoleon III Sterling Silver Flatware Set with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives, Original 5 Drawer Lockable Storage Chest and 25 Amazing Serving Pieces by Two of France's Premier Silversmiths "Bloch & Eschwege" Silversmiths to the French Elite, in Superb Condition - circa 1930s. The history of silver-smithing in France is rich and illustrious, and many prominent firms have contributed to its legacy. Among these, Bloch & Eschwege stands out as an exemplar of craftsmanship, innovation, and artistic excellence. Founded in the 19th century, this renowned silversmith firm has left an indelible mark on the world of decorative arts. Bloch & Eschwege was established in the mid-19th century by two remarkable artisans, Joseph-Alexandre Bloch and Emile-Robert Eschwege. Both men were passionate about the art of silver-smithing, and their partnership laid the foundation for a firm that would set new standards of excellence in the craft. Joseph-Alexandre Bloch was born in 1828 in the heart of Paris, a city renowned for its artistic heritage. As a young man, Bloch exhibited an exceptional talent for metalwork, earning an apprenticeship with a prominent Parisian silversmith. This experience provided him with valuable training in the art of working with silver and other precious metals. Bloch's dedication and skill earned him recognition in the silversmithing community, setting the stage for his future partnership with Eschwege. Emile-Robert Eschwege, born in 1832, hailed from a family of skilled metalworkers. His upbringing was steeped in the traditions of silver-smithing, and he showed a remarkable aptitude for the craft from a young age. Eschwege's family background and his own determination to master the art of silver-smithing made him a formidable candidate to join forces with Bloch. In 1855, Bloch and Eschwege joined hands to establish their silversmith firm in Paris. Their partnership was not only rooted in a shared passion for the craft but also a vision to create exceptional pieces that would capture the essence of French artistic expression. The early works of Bloch & Eschwege were characterized by a fusion of traditional silversmithing techniques and innovative designs. Their creations included intricately designed flatware, tableware, and decorative pieces that showcased their mastery over silver, gold, and other precious metals. Their creations soon gained recognition among the elite of Parisian society, attracting a growing client base. Bloch & Eschwege's reputation grew rapidly due to their dedication to artistic excellence and innovation. The firm's artisans continuously pushed the boundaries of silver-smithing, employing novel techniques and materials to create one-of-a-kind pieces. As Bloch & Eschwege's reputation continued to grow, they attracted the attention of European royalty and aristocracy. Their works found their way into the homes of kings, queens, and nobles, solidifying their status as one of the premier silversmith firms in Europe. The firm's most prestigious commissions came from members of the French royal family, including Emperor Napoleon III and Empress Eugénie. These commissions included exquisite pieces such as ornate candelabras, intricately designed tea sets, and opulent dining services. Bloch & Eschwege's creations not only adorned the palaces of the Tuileries and Compiègne but also graced the tables of state banquets and diplomatic events. Bloch & Eschwege's works were showcased at various international exhibitions, earning them accolades and awards. Notable exhibitions included the 1867 Exposition Universelle in Paris and the 1873 World's Fair in Vienna. The firm's contributions to these events highlighted their role in elevating French silver-smithing to the world stage. Each stunning sterling piece in this amazing set is skillfully handcraft with the fine workmanship that has made the "House of Bloch & Eschwege" a favorite amongst the French Elite. Renowned for their elegant styling and the legendary quality of their flatware sets, this set is an exemplary testament to the quality and luxury typical of early 20th century France - La Belle Epoque ! This set is in extraordinarily good condition. Each sterling piece bears the hallmark of Master French Silversmith "Bloch & Eschwege" in addition to the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver. The sterling silver knive blades are by Charles Marseille. This set is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship - check the weights and measures below, all weights and measures approximate: 18 Dinner Knives - Mother of Pearl Handes 24.70 cm. 48 grams 18 Dinner Forks 21.50 cm. 82 grams 18 Tablespoons 21.50 cm. 88 grams 18 Luncheon Knives - Mother of Pearl Handles 20.20 cm. 28 grams 18 Luncheon / Dessert Forks 18.50 cm. 46 grams 18 Luncheon / Dessert Spoons 18.50 cm. 54 grams 18 Dessert Knives - Mother of Pearl Handles & Sterling Silver Blades 20.20 cm. 34 grams 18 Fish Knives 21.00 cm. 54 grams 17 Fish Forks 18.20 cm. 53 grams 17 Oyster Forks 12.00 cm. 22 grams 18 Ice Cream Spoons 13.00 cm. 20 grams 17 Teaspoons 12.50 cm. 19 grams 17 Cake Forks 13.50 cm. 22 grams 18 Knife Blade Rests - Sterling Silver 7.00 cm. 18 grams 1 Berry Serving Spoon 18.00 cm. 55 grams 1 Small "bonbon" Serving Knife 15.20 cm. 23 grams 1 Small Berry Serving Spoon 13.70 cm. 32 grams 1 Small Tart Server 13.20 cm. 25 grams 1 Small "bonbon" Serving Fork 13.70 cm. 23 grams 1 Cheese Serving Knife 19.50 cm. 35 grams 1 Butter Serving Knife...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Terra Cotta Orientalist Busts of a Woman and a Man
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of 19th century French Orientalist busts crafted in terra cotta and expertly paint decorated with a striking realism.
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Terracotta

Napoleon III Pedestal Clock “Parquet Regulator” after Jean-Henri Riesener, 1734
Located in Berlin, DE
A Model of Jean Henri Riesener (Received Master in 1768) executed in 1785. (inv. OA 5501 In Louvre Museum). 19th Century. This fine and sumptuous “Regulateur de Pendule” presents a fine amaranth. Of Sycamore oeuil de vermeuil, ebony and buis stringing marquetry. The base and the gaine are decorated with diamond shapes. The hours are inscribed in Roman numerals and the munutes in Arabic. It takes place in a magnificent gilt décor of three winged children playing with garlands on clouds. The regulateur is enriched with a delicate garniture of bronze. The dial and each panel are framed by an elegant frieze of palms and pearls. The top of the gaine is enhanced with a frieze of palms and ovums, foliages and garlands of flowers. Each corner is ornated with fleurons. The front of the gaine is embellished by an Apollo mask (Sun Symbol) and each side with laurel crowns. Under the mask the cartouche is decorated by a stylized vase of flowers. Foliated scrolls, flowers, garlands, cornucopias and musical instruments such as a harp (Apollo Reference) the cherubs are underlined by pearls, scrolls of Acanthus Leaves and garlands dawning out in foliages, framed with ropes until the lions feet. The feet rest on a base ornated with fleurons and foliages with buds of flowers ending in four conical feet with acanthus leaves. With André-Charles Boulle (1642–1732) and Charles Cressent (1685–1768), Riesener was arguably one of the three greatest French ébénistes of the 18th century. Eventually taking over the workshop after Oeben's death in 1763, and marrying his widow some four years later. He is renowned for completing the famous bureau du Roi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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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

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Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Pair of French Bronze Candlesticks Lamps Signed Clodion
Located in IT
Pair of important candlesticks in gilt and patinated bronze, lamp mounted. Depicting Bacchanal of Satyrs and Signed Clodion. France 19th Century Measures h only candlesticks 65 x p 27 cm; h with lampshade 86 cm This pair of important two lights candlesticks was made in the 19th century, in France, on the style of the great sculptor Clodion. Each candlestick consists of a body with a sculptural group in patinated bronze inspired by the famous bronzes of the master. The base is circular, in gilt bronze finely chiselled with geometric decoration and foliate motifs near the four feet, of feline shape. From the sculptural groups depart two graceful arms in gilded and chiselled bronze, composed of ramage and phytomorphic elements that culminate in the two candle holders. In a candlestick the bacchanal consists of a female faun figure, that is half a woman and half a goat, playing with small fauns and putti, offering a bunch of grapes. In the other candlestick one observes the satyr Pan...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Box Sevres Porcelain Romantic Scene
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sevres porcelain romantic scene box napoleon III style Origin france hand painted 19th century circa 1890 with no stamp perfect condition.
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1890s European Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

Box Sevres Porcelain Romantic Scene
Box Sevres Porcelain Romantic Scene
$1,600 Sale Price
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Pair of 19th Century Gilt-Bronze Four-Light Candelabra
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of 19th century gilt-bronze candelabra, each with a tapering reeded stem supporting three foliate cast candle branches and one central branch, raised on lion head and paw, on a ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Box, Brass and Silver Box, 19th Century Syrian Work, Orientalist Art.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Box, brass and silver box, 19th century Syrian work, orientalist art. Nineteenth century box, orientalist brass and silver, Syria. H: 6,5cm, W: 1...
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19th Century Syrian Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Silver, Brass

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 Furniture

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Giltwood

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

Chest, Box Forming a Cabinet, Orientalist Art, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Chest, box forming a cabinet, Orientalist art, 19th century, Napoleon III period. A 19th century Napoleon III period wood and bone marquetry cabinet box, Orientalist. H: 24cm, W: 31...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bone, Wood

A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs circa 1860.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs ad ebonized turned feet circa 1860.
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1860s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Napoleon III Black Gutta Percha Inkstand, Late 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The black inkstand with a molded lion decoration with a shell pen tray. The two glass inkwells on either end.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Rubber

French, Sevres Style, Gilt Bronze, Porcelain, Mantle Clock by Vincent & Cie
Located in New York, NY
An antique Napoleon III arched mantle clock, featuring pink porcelain panels with hand painted portraits of Marie Antoinette and courtship. A hinged door p...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel, Gold Leaf

19th Century Small Dish Hand Painted Enamel and Ormolu Bronze
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant small footed dish. Made of gilded bronze with an enameled, hand painted dish in the centre. The dish is in good condition. Dimensions: 17 x 9 cm and 9 cm tall. Made in Fra...
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1890s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel

Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its Stand, Mantle Clock, Napoleon III Era
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antique Ormolu French Cartel Clock on its stand, Napoleon III Era. This is a good-sized French mantel clock dating from around 1880. It has a waisted case with applied brass decoration and brass and tortoiseshell-style inlaid panels. The white enameled dial has fancy pierced brass hands and a beaded bezel. It is hand-painted with Arab numerals and decorated with garlands of flowers and leaves. The clock has a center window showing the pendulum shaped like a fairy. It drives the movement that seems to strike the hours and halves on a bell. This gorgeous antique cartel clock...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Brass

Hand colored etching : view of Château de Vincennes - Napoléon III period - 1860
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine hand-colored etching showing the Chateau de Vincennes in 1860, with la Sainte Chapelle on the right. It is set into a solid mahogany frame with a French varnish finish. Frame...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Paper

French Napoleon III Style 'Return from the Hunt' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
20th century French Napoleon III style fireback with a scene of a hunt returning. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good cond...
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20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron

Hand colored etching : view of Paris, St Paul church - Napoléon III period 1860
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine hand-colored etching showing St Paul Church in Paris (Le Marais, beginning rue de Rivoli, ending rue Saint Antoine) in 1860 : a picturesque and charming depiction of mid-19th ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Paper

Gilt Framed Herbier Botanical Specimens from the early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Framed and PressedEarly 20th century "Herbier" Botanical Specimens 19" H x 13" W each.  Sold as set of 4. Herbier specimens were collected and pressed from plants found around the w...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Wood, Paper

20th Century Empire Style Napoleonic Swan Armchair
Located in Berlin, DE
Napoleonic pavilion armchair in Empire style. Very exact fine-carved sculpture made of solid, blackened beechwood. Poliment gold-plated. Scratched frame on plastically carved legs e...
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20th Century French Napoleon III Furniture

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Wood

Pair of Sevres Porcelain Plates of Napoleon III and Eugenie
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Pair of Sevres Porcelain Plates of Napoleon III and Eugenie" Pair of plates representing Napoleon III and Eugenie in Sèvres Porcelain, 19th ...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

19th Century French Napoleon III Iron Lantern with Stained Glass Panels
Located in Dallas, TX
For a unique lighting feature, look no further than this beautiful, antique Gothic style lantern. Crafted in France circa 1870, this vibrant lantern features four stained glass panel...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Iron

Picture Frame Oval Emerald Green enamel and hand-carved Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Oval photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent emerald green fired enamel on guilloché and with ornaments in the French Empire Napoleon III style. External...
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1980s Italian Vintage Napoleon III Furniture

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Huge pair of torcheres figurative, bronze and marble
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Huge pair of torcheres figurative bronze and marble representative cherub surmonted by candelabras nine lights, the base are in giltwood and marble this set is of a very high qual...
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1880s French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

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

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Bronze

White and Gold Paris Porcelain Centerpiece 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A stylish Paris porcelain and parcel gilt openwork compote, or fruit basket, made in two pieces joined with its original brass bolt. The basket is oval in form, and stands on a solid...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Porcelain

Portrait of an actress, Louis DESMAREST, circa 1890-1900
Located in PARIS, FR
Oil on canvas probably representing a theater actress in Antiquity. She seems to be wearing a staff and a mask of Hercules wearing a lion's head, a rich necklace with a Medusa head a...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Canvas

French Napoleon III Period 1860s Ebonized Wood and Bronze Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoleon III period carved ebonized wood and bronze six-light chandelier from the mid-19th century, with scrolling arms and acanthus leaf motifs. Born in France during the reign of France's last emperor Napoleon III, this exquisite six-light chandelier features a central ebonized carved wooden column topped with bronze foliage and supporting six scrolling arms accented with delicate acanthus leaves. Highlighted with petite beads and gadrooned motifs, this French Napoleon III chandelier...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Bronze

Pair Of Marble And Bronze Cassolettes, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of red marble cassolettes, with bronze ornamentation: rams' heads, pearl threads, pine cones Cassolettes late 19th century, in good general condition, note some scratches on th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

COLLECTABLE ANTiQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III LEATHER & HAND PAINTED CARD GAMES CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super collectable antique Napoleon III leather embossed and hand pa...
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19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Leather

Hand colored etching : view of Paris, St Jacques Tower - Napoléon III period
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine hand-colored etching showing Saint Jacques Tower (La Tour Saint Jacques in Paris) - Paris, in 1860 : a picturesque and charming depiction of mid-19th century with a lot of cha...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Paper

Royal Pair of Sèvres Porcelain '1867 Paris Exhibition' Vases and Covers
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of ormolu-mounted Se`vres Porcelain Bleu Celeste '1867 Exhibition' vases and covers (‘Vase Paris de Milieu Garnis’), ‘l’Abreuvoir’ and ‘Le Retour’ De Champs’ 1860, one ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Napoleon III Furniture

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Ormolu

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.

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