Empire
Discover our carefully curated selection of Empire furniture and antiques.
We have an eclectic range of empire style furniture, from baths and basins to fire surrounds and stained glass panels. You’ll be blown away by this highly decorative style originating in France between 1810 and 1830, featuring exotic woods such as rosewood and ebony. It’s a collection that is sure to delight.
Browse the selection below.
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Large Antique English Carved Portland Stone Armorial Crest
Stock No.34122£12,995.00 Add to basketA very large antique English carved Portland stone armorial crest dating from the late 19th century, salvaged from the facade of a City of London building. Measuring almost 2m high, this antique stone heraldic crest is a spectacular find. Handcrafted, it depicts a huge coat of arms carved in relief, the shield bearing swords, galleons -
Antique Fire Grate with Entwined Serpent Standards
Stock No.1754£2,695.00 Add to basketA compact English brass and steel antique fire grate with entwined serpent standards, flaming brass finals, shaped bars and back plate. This striking fire basket will sit at centre stage alongside any surround, drawing attention with its striking brass-toned standards and unusual design, the decorative serpents winding their way up and around each standard. -
Pair of Large Antique Empire Style Cast Iron Urns
Stock No.35702£7,675.00 Add to basketAn impressive matching pair of large antique Empire style cast iron urns with a bronze type finish; perfect for bringing grandeur and magnificence to a spacious hallway or courtyard garden. These urns are of a very substantial size, made from heavy cast iron and well-constructed with a range of decorative motifs. Each is cast with -
Set of Antique Glazed Ceramic Tiles Depicting Napoleon
Stock No.35769£1,875.00 Add to basketEight 6-inch antique glazed ceramic tiles depicting Napoleon, 18th century French Emperor and military figure. Likely the central part of what was once a larger panel, these tiles are hand-painted in vibrant colours and detail, illustrating an adaption of Napoleon and his armies during the French Revolution. The frontmost figure depicts the famed Napoleon Bonaparte, -
French Empire Style Fleur de Pêcher Marble Chimneypiece
Stock No.33520£6,745.00 Add to basketAn elegant early 19th Century elliptical Fleur de Pêcher and Carrara marble fire surround. This antique marble fireplace is elliptic in shape, including the side returns, frieze and shelf, synonymous with classical French and Empire styling. Over 200 years old, it dates back to circa 1820. The contrast of marbles is beautiful, making a stunning -
Late 18th Century Gold Painted Eagle
Stock No.33196£4,795.00 Add to basketAn impressive late 18th century gold painted papier mache eagle with wings spread. Originally from Birr Castle, Ireland. It sits on a rectangular wooden base, making an striking display feature for an interior. -
Two Reclaimed Tall Outdoor Braziers or Torchieres
Stock No.33112£7,455.00 Add to basketEach standing at 165cm tall, these spectacular reclaimed 20th century outdoor braziers or vintage garden torchieres bring grandeur and prestige to any property. Imagine the pair placed either side of an entrance to a lavish mansion or framing the steps at the bottom of the courtyard to a countryside estate. They are of a huge -
Antique Cast Iron Centrepiece Urn
Stock No.31804£5,295.00 Add to basketA striking antique cast iron centrepiece urn dating from the late 19th century. Originating from France, this 150-year-old, gilded urn is a showstopping piece with its bold black paint and gold colour contrasts. The design brings a sense of grandeur to any setting, detailed with masks among foliage and scrolls to both the front and -
Antique Canopy Bath and Shower
Stock No.30258£25,975.00 Add to basketAntique Canopy Bath and Shower. This very unusual canopy bath was reclaimed from a large private house in London. The glazed earthenware bath was made by Rufford & Company. The canopy and tap components were manufactured by Low & Duff of Edinburgh. The bath is fitted with a plunger waste and was previously fitted in a wet -
Antique Cast Iron Brazier
Stock No.31454£6,675.00 Add to basketAntique Cast Iron Brazier. A magnificent antique cast iron brazier with deep circular bowl, embellished with four lion heads, supported on an intricate wrought iron structure, terminating in large cast iron lion paws. Originally part of a set, positioned at the entrance to a theatre in London. Additional Dimensions Height 116 cm Internal bowl diameter -
A Pair of Antique French Mirrored Doors with Frame
Stock No.16407£4,395.00 Add to basketA very decorative pair of doors within a frame. Suitable for use as a cupboard front or room divider. Fitted with original glass. Painted finish. Doors H 237.5 x W 139.5 x T 2.8 cm -
Pair of Antique Mahogany and Bronze Doors
Stock No.19881£19,995.00 Add to basketPair of Antique Mahogany and Bronze Doors. A set of superb quality Mahogany doors, inset with cast bronze panels to the front side. The reverse having a raised and fielded, four panel arrangement. Probably a unique commission for a city of London building. Symbol meanings; George and the Dragon- The most famous legend of Saint George is -
Pair of Antique Glazed Museum Display Cabinets
Stock No.30012£9,995.00 Add to basketA superb pair of large antique glazed mahogany museum display cabinets from the V&A Museum, London. There are doors to each end, opening opposite to each other. Price is for each display cabinet. The Dodo skeleton is not included. The V&A Museum Located in the heart of London, the Victoria and Albert Museum is the -
An Antique Louis Philippe Statuary Marble Fire Surround
Stock No.26300£6,675.00 Add to basketAn antique Louis Philippe Statuary Marble fire surround of unusually small scale. Carved from white statuary marble, with reeded jambs and frieze. Applied Ormolu decoration to the end blocks. Panelled returns to the jambs. Additional Dimensions Opening Height 77 cm Opening Width 63 cm Width between outside of legs 88.5 cm -
An Antique English Wash Stand with Basin
Stock No.24924£3,375.00 Add to basketThis beautiful washstand is made from mahogany and a grey/white marble with brass embellishments in the Egyptian taste. The basin is made from porcelain but has not been fitted . We have paired this original wash stand with a modern basin to show what a fabulous practical and individual sink unit it would make. The basin is -
A Set of Reclaimed Painted Pine Interior Doors (96 available)
Stock No.22536£1,275.00 Add to basketThese doors were reclaimed from a prestigious building near Oxford Circus, London. We removed over 200 doors from the building, including 96 of these. Heights range from 196 cm to 219 cm, most around 196 cm Widths range from 67.5 cm to 91.5 cm, most around 81 cm Thickness 4.5 cm Price is per door, -
Set of Reclaimed Glazed Mahogany Double Doors
Stock No.21977£5,445.00 Add to basketSet of Reclaimed Glazed Mahogany Double Doors. These substantial doors are constructed from Mahogany. They are fully glazed with opaque glass and are currently configured as swing doors. Formally used in a London gallery. The opaque glass finish can be removed if required, as this is film applied to clear glass. -
Antique Regency Style Bowl Fire Grate
Stock No.20193£5,795.00 Add to basketA good quality mid-19th century bowl grate in the Regency style. Fitted with cast brass handles, ram heads and swag decoration to the front. -
Antique Tiled Fireplace Insert with Ormolu Decoration
Stock No.18610£6,745.00 Add to basketAn exceptional antique tiled fireplace Insert with hand painted tiles depicting musical instruments and people in period costume, by the artist E. Kilherty. Salvaged from a London townhouse. Opening Height 74.5 cm Opening Width 44 cm -
An Antique Mirrored Oak Door
Stock No.17921£1,675.00 Add to basketA good quality door with original mirror plate and panelled back. The door has parcel gilt bead and reel decoration, with a lock, key and hinges present. Additional Dimensions Height (shoulder) 197.5 cm -
A Set of Antique Exterior Doors with Iron Grills
Stock No.17679£4,875.00 Add to basketThese salvaged doors are constructed from oak. They are fitted with scrolling iron panels.