Napoleon III Style

The Napoleon III style develops precisely during the reign of Napoleon III which goes from about 1852 to 1870. In this period France returns to a condition of economic prosperity and consequently to an awareness of its greatness. These two aspects are reflected in the period furnishings and architectural works in which the taste for luxury, splendor and self-celebration of French power can be found. For the production of period furniture we were inspired by the furniture that stood out for its quality and perfection, that is the Louis XVI style and Neoclassicism . The difference with these is mainly found in the shapes that become lighter and more refined.
Industrialization and new technologies make production easier and cheaper. Thanks to this, antique furniture became within the reach of every social class and no longer just for the aristocracy. In conclusion, the Napoleon III style , also called the second empire style, best reflected the socio-economic condition of France in the second half of the 19th century.

Napoleon III furniture

Napoleon III style furniture is easily recognizable. They are made with precious woods such as rosewood and bois de rose. Dark woods with gold inserts or brass and bronze elements are preferred. They are decorated with stuccoes that simulate marble. Napoleon III furniture is characterized by exuberant and rounded shapes, excessive decorative motifs and new experiments in stylistic combinations. All these elements make them unique and unmistakable. Precisely for this reason it is almost impossible to find copies of this period furniture . Indeed, when you buy these types of furniture you can rest assured that it is an original.

In the past Napoleon III furniture was not appreciated because it was not considered elegant. The dark wood from which they were made was said to make the room gloomy, heavy to the eye, and unwelcoming. For this reason they were practically all sold to antique dealers at a very low price, thus filling the stores' warehouses. Nowadays, however, period furniture is considered very versatile, precious and with attention to detail. This has caused the demand for this elegant furniture to grow.
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