Empire
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French 19th Century Empire Painted Commode
$5,200.0033.88"H x 42.25"W x 20.75"D
Dimensions: 33 ⅞” H x 42 ¼” W x 20 ¾” D
A French Empire, three-drawer commode from the 19th century with its original marble top. See how the more recent artistic update in a Caribbean-blue painted finish complements the gilt bronze accents, for exciting contrasts in textures, tones, and historic styles. The top surface of dark, nearly black stone is dotted with the fossilized remains of ancient marine animals, among the curious patterns of marble veining. The stone displays expected patina of scratches and other signs of the commode’s historic age so please view the image gallery for more details. A pair of gilt bronze caryatid busts inhabit the triangular pilasters which flank the stack of three, wide drawers that open by brass lion ring pulls. Escutcheons on each drawer front are purely decorative, no key is present, but their ornate wing motifs underscore the mythical and fantastic inspiration the Empire taste is known for. Contrasting slate blue paint has been applied as a decorative border around the drawer hardware and defines the pilasters further, which draws the eye downward to the wonderful paw feet at the floor. The matte paint remains mostly smooth with some areas of mottled craquelure. Cleaned and tightened, this antique is ready for your interior. Be sure to see the detailed images to see the current condition of this unique painted chest of drawers.
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French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint
$6,500.0042.25"H x 61"W x 25"D
Dimensions: 42 ¼” H x 61” W x 25” D
A very unique French Empire 19th century buffet, or desserte server, in demilune profile and more recent painted finish of uncertain age. The top surface is a handpainted faux marble that is nearly all black except for delicate wisps of smoky gray veining. In the frieze are three drawers: one in each corner that swings outward at an angle, and one wide drawer in the center, all using lion-motif ring pulls. The case is washed in an ethereal tone of French gray with matte texture and mottled variation blending streaks of white, gray, and blue pigment that might easily blend with Directoire or Gustavian tastes more than the opulence of Empire. Carved wood caryatids in ebonized (painted) effect flank the pair of doors at center, which open in tandem by working lock and key. Inside the case are two shelves at different depths that could be perfect to use this case piece as a dry bar or dining room storage. The caryatids terminate at the floor as robust, pawed feet, while the ebonized pilasters toward the back are undecorated. Please view the detailed images to see more of this inspired buffet.
Upper shelf: 13 ⅝” D
Lower shelf: 19 ¾” D -
French Pair of Petite 19th Century Empire Period Urns
$650.009.75"H x 5.25"W x 4"D
Dimensions: 9 ¾” H x 5 ¼” W x 4” D
A pair of French Empire period Old Paris Porcelain vases, circa 1810, with painted landscapes and figural scenes on each side. The Classical amphora profile features a gold-banded mouth at the top, transitioning to the narrow neck and tapering body framed by a pair of handles with low-relief caryatid faces in place of the openings, lifted by square bases all accented in gold gilt trim. The landscape imagery–coordinating but not identical–is of a lush and tranquil environment in an earth tone palette. On the reverse side of each vase are a pair of figures, again that are unique but similar, locked in what appears to be a tense exchange. Please note one vase shows evidence of a previous repair, view the detailed images to see the condition. Sold as a pair.
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Dutch 20th Century Mahogany Empire Style Tallboy
$4,895.0061.50"H x 38.63"W x 21"D
Dimensions: 61 ½” H x 38 ⅝” W x 21” D
Early 20th century Dutch Empire-style mahogany tall chest of six drawers featuring Neoclassical elements with Art Deco geometry. A pierced brass gallery wraps the sides and partially the front, metallic details that are repeated on the drawer fronts as slivers of inlaid brass pinstripes and escutcheons. Cast bronze caryatid busts to the left and right are accented with parcel gilt to underscore the Egyptian references; they are mounted atop tapering pilasters–also inlaid with brass–that end in tiny replicas of human feet in cast bronze at the bottom drawer. A flamed effect from bookmatched mahogany calls attention to the luminous wood grain in striated caramel tones that animate the drawer fronts. Each drawer is fitted with a pair of drop brass bail pulls to open; the escutcheons are purely decorative in the absence of a key to operate the locks. The case is supported by turned legs on little brass knob feet. Cleaned and professionally refinished to restore the wood back to its natural lustre, please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
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French 19th Century Empire Inspired Walnut Buffet
$4,500.0043.25"H x 59.50"W x 22.63"D
Dimensions: 43 ¼” H x 59 ½” W x 22 ⅝” D
A charmingly patinated solid walnut buffet, exhibiting French Empire flair tempered by Louis Philippe, circa 1860. The simple plank top is held with visible tongue & groove joinery, marked by a variety of knots in the wood and two centuries of use imprinted upon the surface. A single, long frieze drawer below is free of hardware and uses carved grooves below the drawer front to open. Two paneled doors enclose the case below: the left door hooks onto the interior shelf and the right door uses an original lock & key. One key included. Inside is a stationary shelf, 17 ⅜” deep. In classic Empire style, the front of the case is bookended with pilasters to the left and right that are carved in low relief, tapering down to the thick posts as feet. As a hybrid of two historic design periods, the timeless style of this antique case piece would work well with almost any interior. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the great patina and wonderful craftsmanship. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, ready for your interior.
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French Empire Solid Walnut & Marble Buffet
$8,995.0042.50"H x 72.63"W x 28"D
Dimensions: 42 ½” H x 72 ⅝” W x 28” D
An impressive French Empire buffet made of figured walnut in a rich auburn hue that coordinates with the dark marble top surface for a classic look. The stone shows pockets of dark gray and greige marbleization under a dense web of veining. Please note there are some surface scratches on the marble. Below are two drawers showing evidence of once having hardware but now open by pulling from the underside of the drawer front. The two cabinet doors are flanked by handsome, turned and polished columns with implied capitals and raised on massive posts at the floor. Each door uses a turned wood knob to open, escutcheons and locks are now only decorative as the doors hook onto the shelf inside. When open, the doors reveal two fixed shelves spanning the width of the interior offering abundant space for storage. Make sure to view all the images to see the wonderful details and antique condition of this handsome Empire case piece.
Upper shelf: 9 ⅛” D
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French 19th Century Paris Porcelain Wash Jug and Bowls
$695.009.50"H x 11"W x 11"D
Dimensions: 9 ½” H x 11” W x 11” D
An elegant, three-piece set of old Paris porcelain in the style of Lebon-Halley with a pitcher, bowl, and deep plate in creamy porcelain accented by luxurious gold trim. The underside of the pitcher is marked with a “49” in the bottom and a “10” etched into the foot. Use individually as beautiful serving pieces or display as an ensemble. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of three.
Pitcher: 8 ⅛” H x 5 ¼” W x 5 ¼” D
Bowl: 3 ⅝” H x 7” Diameter
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French 19th Century Bronze & Marble Mantel Clock Set
$1,695.0015.75"H x 9.13"W x 4"D
Dimensions: 15 ¾” H x 9 ⅛” W x 4” D
A captivating three-piece mantel clock, from 19th century France, crafted in Siena marble and gilt bronze, with multiple stylistic reference points from the Grand Tour of Europe. The architectural clock tower at center features a cast bronze lion sitting proudly upon the lintel from which the case hangs, supported by marble columns with Empire-style brass mounts. Protective glass encloses the clock dial, using a concealed hinge to open for winding and setting the time original key included. The clock will chime when provoked but does not keep time–please contact your local horologist for an estimate. The pierced brass door on the back opens to access the mechanism for service, with the name “L. Latour” etched into the metal case. A representation of the French Imperial Eagle forms the pendulum. Flanking the clock are two accessory pedestals in the same ochre-toned Siena marble, mounted with exquisite bronze urns of elaborate Neoclassical motifs in the style of bronziers Choiselat & Gallien. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of three pieces.
Clock column: 15 ¾” H x 9 ⅛” W x 4” D
Urn column: 9 ⅛” H x 3 ⅝” W x 3 ¾” D -
French 19th Century Bronze & Marble Mantel Clock Set
$1,985.0017.25"H x 9.25"W x 5"D
Dimensions: 17 ¼” H x 9 ¼” W x 5” D
Stunning three-piece mantel clock set in Siena marble and bronze, French Empire period. The main piece at center features a cast bronze hound sitting uneasily upon the plinth. Roman numerals are applied directly to the marble face in lieu of a dial, using hour and minute hands of snakes to indicate the time. A porthole window on the back allows access to the mechanism for service. Flanking the clock are two accessory pedestals in the same ochre-toned Siena marble, mounted with exquisite bronze urns or tazza, with Neoclassical motifs in style of bronziers Choiselat & Gallien. No key is present but the clock will chime if provoked. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of three pieces.
Clock column: 17 ¼” H x 9 ¼” W x 5” D
Urn column: 9 ⅛” H x 7 ½” W x 5 ¼” D -
French 19th Century Empire Console with Marble Top
$4,200.0035.88"H x 45.63"W x 19.88"D
Dimensions: 35 ⅞” H x 45 ⅝” W x 19 ⅞” D
A substantial French 19th century Empire mahogany console. The thick Carrara marble top is in wonderful antique condition, showing exciting gray veining that forms a nice contrast to the orderly and clean lines of the base. The top is elevated by thick columns with wood bases and capitals. There is not a drawer in the apron. A lower shelf with concave front supports the console structurally and creates another surface for displaying collections. Cleaned, tightened and polished with a French paste wax. Please view the detailed images of this handsome antique Empire console.
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French 19th Century Empire Coffee Table
Original price was: $2,100.00.$1,650.00Current price is: $1,650.00.21.75"H x 25.63"W x 25.63"D
Dimensions: 21 ¾” H x 25 ⅝” W x 25 ⅝” D
A stunning French Empire period gueridon-coffee table from the 1800’s. The original black marble top is punctuated by an ammonite fossil among the other flashes of minerals. Its refined mahogany base has a simple apron above three columns rising from the tripod pedestal with Neoclassical gilt bronze ormolu, raised on rounded feet. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this table is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.
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French Pair of Vintage Brass Candlesticks
$250.009.38"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D
Dimensions: 9 ⅜” H x 3 ¾” W x 3 ¾” D
A timeless pair of French brass candlesticks with an interesting profile and notched square bases. They show a patina and irregularities that deserve a place at the table. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look! Sold as a pair.
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French Brass Single Candlestick
$150.006.88"H x 3.63"W x 3.63"D
Dimensions: 6 ⅞” H x 3 ⅝” W x 3 ⅝” D
An individual French 19th century brass candlestick with functioning candle height adjuster. Small and portable to illuminate or decorate any corner of the home. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.
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French Pair of Brass Candlesticks
$225.007.75"H x 4"W x 4"D
Dimensions: 7 ¾” H x 4” W x 4” D
A pair of sophisticated French 19th century brass candlesticks with functioning candle height adjusters. Surprisingly heavy for the slim and sleek form. Charming patina and irregularities validate these were regular guests at the table. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look! Sold as a pair.
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French Ebonized Empire Gueridon
$3,800.0027.50"H x 31.50"W x 31.50"D
Dimensions: 27 ½ ” H x 31 ½ ” W x 31 ½ ” D
Classic, French Empire round end table of white marble top on a tripod base with recent painted finish. The mottled stone top is mostly white with faint gray veining and offers a raised lip around the circumference. Accenting the three columnar legs are highly-textured brass details at the capitals and bases. Whether used as an end table or bedside table, the sophistication of this piece allows for adaptation to nearly any room. Please view the detailed images to see the condition.
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French 19th Century Empire Trumeau Mirror
$6,600.0077.25"H x 32.38"W x 2.50"D
Dimensions: 77 ¼ ” H x 32 ⅜ ” W x 2 ½ ” D
Fabulous Empire trumeau mirror with Greco-Roman deity occupying the central frame. Bathed in gold gilt, she is carved with great reverence for beauty and projects off the frame in ¾ view. The narrow wooden panel is painted cream with casual distressing of the pigment revealing the wood grain below. Spots of foxing in the mirror plate. View the detailed images.
Mirror plate: 42 ¾” H x 21 ¼”W
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French 19th Century Empire Mirror
$3,800.0071.25"H x 40.25"W x 3.33"D
Dimensions: 71 ¼ ” H x 40 ¼ ” W x 3 ⅓ ” D
This French Empire mantle mirror (c. 1800) exhibits calculated restraint in the surface decoration, the gold gilt molding is largely plain and smooth, with feather and foliate carvings placed at regular intervals along the perimeter. The original mirror plates reflect a fine dusting of crystals among the foxing. View the detailed images.
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Pair of French 19th Century Brass Candlesticks
$525.0010.63"H x 4.75"W x 4.75"D
Dimensions: 10 ⅝” H x 4 ¾” W x 4 ¾” D
A pair of French Empire style brass candlesticks from the 1800’s with a beautiful silhouette and nice heft in the patinated metal to add intrigue to a mantel or dining table. Subtle, etched patterns and hatching borrowed from the designs of Egypt or Persia create definition around the top and base of each candlestick. Note that the bobeches are removable for catching and cleaning melted wax. Please view all the detailed images to see the current condition as some of the edges are a little uneven from time & use. Sold as a pair.
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French 19th Century Empire Style Commode
$3,795.0035"H x 50.50"W x 23"D
Dimensions: 35” H x 50 ½” W x 23” D
A French marble top commode made of bookmatched burl mahogany and decorative Empire style ormolu. The commode’s top is a Saint Anne marble with curved front edges making for a durable and attractive surface. The top drawer is hidden, just under the marble, and is free of hardware. Two pilaster columns flank three drawers with brass ring pulls and escutcheon plates. All four of the drawers are lined with a green patterned fabric. The commode rests on a plinth base lifted on block feet. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see its current condition.
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French 19th Century Empire Console
$2,650.0035.50"H x 33.75"W x 16.75"D
Dimensions: 35 ½” H x 33 ¾” W x 16 ¾” D
A petite French mahogany Empire console with its original marble top. A single drawer is housed in the apron over a pair of column form front legs with neoclassical style brass capitals at the top and base. Behind the console is the original mirror used to reflect light or some might call a “petticoat mirror”. The thick bottom shelf is raised on block feet. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this antique table is ready for immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this Empire console.
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French Empire Carved Marble Table Lamp
$895.0020.50"H x 12"W x 12"D
Dimensions: 20 ½” H x 12” W x 12” D
A French Empire carved marble and brass table lamp. This marble lamp is shaped like an urn with gold gilt brass trim and paw feet with a complimentary new linen drum shade. Recently professionally wired for the US using UL listed parts. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.
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19th Century Dutch Empire Style Tall Chest
$2,500.0062"H x 44.25"W x 20.75"D
Dimensions: 62” H x 44 ¼” W x 20 ¾” D
A tall Dutch Empire style chest crafted from mahogany and ebonized wood, made during the 1800s. This impressive case piece has six drawers, sharing a key between them for working locks, bookmatched on the fronts and each with two ring drawer pulls for easy accessibility. Note the thin, fluted texture on the oval handles for a distinct look. Ebonized columns flanking the roomy drawers round out the chamfered front corners and are topped with ball finials. Thick, block feet lift the case from the floor. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this antique chest of drawers is ready for your interior. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition.
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French Empire Secrétaire á Abattant
$3,995.0055"H x 38.50"W x 17.50"D
Dimensions: 55” H x 38 ½” W x 17 ½” D
A handsome 19th century Empire secrétaire à abattant made of rich bookmatched and figured walnut. This desk has a black fossil marble top resting above a drawer, accessible with a hidden pull. Below is a fold front door revealing a fitted interior with a functional writing surface, inset with worn green leather with gold tooling. The interior has an open storage shelf flanked with empirical styled columns over a set of six drawers of varying sizes. The writing surface is supported with rounded brass hinges. Below are three easy to use drawers with brass round knobs. You’ll find four functioning locks all surrounded with decorative ormolu escutcheon plates, 1 key works all the locks. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this antique secrétaire á abattant. Circa 1810. The writing surface is 30”H x 28 ½”W x 21”D. Total depth with the writing surface being used is 33 ½”D.
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French 19th Century Mahogany Empire Buffet
$4,995.0039.50"H x 63.88"W x 24.25"D
Dimensions: 39 ½” H x 63 ⅞” W x 24 ¼” D
A French Empire (19th century) buffet made of rich flamed, bookmatched mahogany. The original Saint Anne marble top of charcoal stone with white veining is removable. Below is a wide drawer across the frieze, wrapped in bookmatched mahogany and free of any hardware to distract from the beauty of the grain. The cabinet doors are flanked by pairs of handsome, turned and polished columns accented with gilt bronze ormolu at the top and bottom. When open, the doors expose two fixed shelves for abundant storage in a dining or living room. Floral gilt bronze escutcheon plates adorn both doors, the lock is in working condition, one key included. The whole rests on a plinth base. Make sure to view all the images to see the wonderful details and antique condition of this handsome Empire case piece.
Shelf depth: 16 3/4″
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French Mahogany Empire Style Gueridon
$2,400.0029.50"H x "W x 25.63"D
Dimensions: 29-½”H x 25-⅝”Diameter
A pierced brass gallery surrounds the round, white marble top on this terrific 19th Century French Empire style gueridon. The top is lifted by three column-form legs that are joined by a concave stretcher below. The apron houses a single drawer which is outfitted with a cast brass pull. Be sure to view the detailed photos for a closer look at the overall antique condition of the table.
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French Empire Mahogany Mantel Mirror
$3,200.0051"H x 69"W x 6"D
Dimensions: 51”H x 69”W x 6”D
An architectural, Empire-style mantel mirror from France with some light foxing throughout the original mercury mirror plate. The carved mahogany has gained a fine patina, composed of a wide cornice over a low arch above the glass. To the sides are detached, fully formed columns accented with bright, cast brass capitals and bases that leads the eye into the reflection within the mirror plate. This antique mirror could be mounted over a fireplace mantel, above a home bar, or vanity. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look.
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French Empire Style Mahogany Dressing Table
$4,995.0062.13"H x 32.50"W x 17.25"D
Dimensions: 62-⅛”H x 32-½”W x 17-¼”D
This exceptional French 19th century Empire mahogany dressing table is complete with its original mercury glass mirror and charcoal and white marble top. The arched mirror displays some deterioration and is framed in a way that beautifully showcases the wood grain. It is supported by columns that are adorned with the bust and feet of a Greco-Roman style female. The apron houses a single lockable drawer with a decorative urn form escutcheon- one key is included. Within the drawer, 5 pre-sectioned spaces provide wonderful organization. Like the mirror supports, the front legs are embellished with ormolu in the figure of a woman, the quintessence of Empire style. A concave shaped lower shelf balances the whole nicely and is comfortable to sit at. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look.
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French 19th Century Large Toleware Candelabra
$2,200.0035.25"H x "W x 18.25"D
Dimensions : 35-¼”H x 18-¼”Diameter
This generously sized five-arm candelabra has gained a wonderful patina since its creation during the 1890’s in France. A single arm is raised above the rest while four scrolling arms with touches of verdigris support the bobeches. The center column subtly displays a striated pattern that complements the monumental design nicely. A stepped base in hexagonal shape continues to provide a stable foundation for the whole. Make sure to take a look through all of the images to see more of this fantastic candelabra.
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Brass Column Table Lamp
$995.0032.5"H x 14"W x 14"D
Dimensions: 32-1/2″H x 14″W x 14″D
A handsome brass reproduction table lamp in Classical (or Empire) column form with linen shade. The lamp is finished in a warm and lustrous rubbed brass finish that is brilliant and refined. The lamp includes a natural linen shade with brass ball finial and dimmer switch. We currently have three available. This lamp is available for reorder, please inquire for pricing.
