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 Reclaimed ‘King’ Wall Hanging Sign
Stock No.31786£1,975.00 Add to basketA large reclaimed ‘King’ wall hanging sign dating to the early 20th century. Bold and stylish cast bronze letters are mounted onto a smooth mahogany board to create a striking Edwardian style plaque, perfect for a castle or manor house House. This unique decorative piece is a timeless accessory that would take pride of place -
Large Reclaimed ‘Queen’ Wall Hanging Sign
Stock No.31788£2,175.00 Add to basketA large reclaimed ‘Queen’ wall hanging sign dating to the early 20th century. Bold and stylish cast bronze letters are mounted onto a smooth mahogany board showcasing a striking Edwardian style plaque. This unique decorative piece is a timeless accessory that would take pride of place in any period property or a modern home looking -
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 -
Antique Carved Oak Fireplace by GUERET FRERES
Stock No.30040£5,375.00 Add to basketAntique Carved Oak Fireplace by GUERET FRERES. This fire surround was made by the cabinet-making firm Guéret Frères. The firm was founded in 1853 and continued in production until the end of the 19th century. From 1855 onward it exhibited regularly at the great international exhibitions and often won medals. They exhibited at the International Exhibitions -
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 1930s English Glazed Doors
Stock No.22094£5,445.00 Add to basketSet of 1930s English Glazed Doors. These doors are made from mahogany. They are fully glazed with opaque glass and are currently configured as swing doors. Formally used in a London gallery. -
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 Brass and Steel Fire Insert
Stock No.19721£3,295.00 Add to basketAn unusual stainless steel fire insert with attached brass beading and roundels. Opening Height 63 cm x Width 44 cm -
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