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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
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Small, Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 17" to 25" Wide
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made. And they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. It is also great for use in a corner fireplace...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large, Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, 38" to 55" Wide, 24.6" Tall
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. With a Classic handle. Important advantage ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

Large French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 34" to 54" Wide, 30.3" Tall
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made ​​and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. With modern handles. Important advantage o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Large French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 34" to 50" Wide, 30.3" Tall
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made?? And they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. With classical handles. Important advantag...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Reproduction Napoleon III Vases
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive petite pair of Napoleon III Style vases. This newly made pair of vases are in wonderful condition and have a lustrous gold gilt finish. Be sure to view the detailed ima...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Paint, Porcelain

Large Lobster Claw Mounted on Turned Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
Large mounted lobster claw: Featuring an authentic lobster claw mounted on a hand-turned Italian black base, this artwork exudes elegance and charm. St...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood

Picture Frame Fan-shaped blue and sky enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
This admirable Picture Frame is in 925/1000 sterling silver. it has a Fan shape with blue and sky color for the fire enameled surface on guilloche. Picture Frame fan...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Elegant French Iron Fire Screen, New, Handmade, 22" to 35" Wide, 22.4" Tall
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made ??and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. center panel: 50 cm (19.7") wide, Side panels: each 20 cm (7.9") wide. The functional width is 6 cm (2.4") less for the firescreen to stand by itself, or a functional width of 57 cm (23") up to 89 cm (35"). At a width of 57 cm (23") the screen is 22 cm (8.7") deep and at 89 cm (35") wide it is 13 cm (5.1") deep. Color: black (matt). This fireplace screen is handmade and can therefore show imperfections (paint, finish, etc.) that do not occur in industrial production. We cannot provide any guarantees on these imperfections. We can deliver this type of fireplace screen in different sizes. The number of panels can vary from 2 to 6. It is also available in several heights. It cannot be customized, but due to the possible variations it is suitable for most fireplaces. Contrary to popular belief, it is often not necessary for the fireplace screen to cover the entire height of the inside of the fireplace. A height of 50 cm (19.7") is usually sufficient for a fire screen if a quiet fire is lit with dry, suitable wood. We have a unique and specialized collection of antique and used fireplace accessories...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Clarence Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Napoleon III armchairs with gold velvet upholstery. Turned wooden legs with dark walnut finish.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Garonne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Classic Garonne chaise lounge has five Napoleon III style turned wooden legs. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. This piece is perfect for cuddling up with a good book in front of the fireplace or simply lounging around after a long day. Covered in a mint green velvet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Black Lacquered Napoleonic Revival Upholstered Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
French Napoleon III Revival black carved wood loveseat in the the transitional Louis XV-XVI style, raised on cabriole legs, seat and arms upholste...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. This version has turned wooden legs with the traditional Napoleon II...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier 'Silver Cast Bronze Legs'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. We have used white bronze legs and added a modern touch to the upho...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Garonne Primo Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier 'Silver Cast Bronze Leg'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This version of our classic Garonne chaise lounge has 5 white bronze legs and white velvet upholstery. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. The bronze legs...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Napoleon III Style Upholstered Lounge Chairs in Gray Paisley Fabric
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of 21st century Napoleon III style armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing. This pair of comfortable and very stylish chairs ar...
Category

2010s Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

'La Somme" Slipper Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Chair from BoBo Atelier. Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery Work included in the price of each chair. Customer provides fabric (COM).
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Garronne Chaise Lounge by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our classic Garonne chaise lounge has 5 Napoleon III style turned wooden legs. From every angle, you see its distinctive elegant curved lines. This piece is perfect for cuddling up...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 44'' to 49" Wide
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made ​​and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. The functional width to allow the firescreen to stand on its own is at least 88 cm (34") and at most 126 cm (49"). At a width of 88 cm (34") the screen is 33 cm (13.0") deep and at 126 cm (37") wide it is 22 cm (8.7") deep. Each panel is W x H: 33 x 49.5 cm (13.0 x 19.5"). This fireplace screen is also great for use in corner fireplaces...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 21" to 37" Wide
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made ??and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. It is also great for use in a corner fireplace...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large, Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 47" to 63" Wide
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made ??and they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. It is also great for use in a corner fireplace...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large, Elegant French Fireplace Screen, Handmade, New, 63" to 73" Wide
Located in Amerongen, NL
Replica of an antique original. Produced exactly as it used to be made?? And they are thus difficult to distinguish from an old original. Important advantage of this type of fire screen is that, while elegant, you don't really notice it, you just enjoy the fire. It is of a simple yet elegant simplicity. It is beautiful, rustic and classic. It quietly enhances the fireplace's charm. It is present without taking the attention away from the fire and the other fireplace accessories. The black color of this new handmade screen supports this effect. The holes in the mesh are small enough to protect against the sparks, but large enough to limit the heat radiation of the fireplace as little as possible. The fireplace screen fits in both a classic and a modern interior. It is also great for use in a corner fireplace...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Iron

Napoleon III Style Gilt Bronze Sconce By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
In this Napoleon III Style Gilt Bronze Sconce By Gherardo Degli Albizzi You can appreciate both hunting and vegetal motifs in the form of a boar and oak leaves that create a sinuous ...
Category

2010s Italian Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. This version has turned wooden legs with the traditional Napoleon II...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

21st C Napoleon III French Inlaid Brass Bronze Boulle Turtle Top Center Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
21st century Napoleon III French inlaid brass bronze boulle turtle top center table. Item features breathtaking brass/bronze boulle work inlay throughout including the stunning top, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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...
Category

2010s American Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

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.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Silk

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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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