Discover the exceptional collection of Empire-style furniture from Royal Art Palace, a range that perfectly blends tradition, craftsmanship, and noble materials to offer you pieces worthy of the grandest homes of the imperial era. This furniture is inspired by the French First Empire, a period that left a significant mark on the history of furniture design with its neoclassical influences and references to Antiquity. We have selected the most prestigious materials and adhered to ancient manufacturing techniques to create furniture that reflects the luxury, grandeur, and imposing sobriety of that era.

Distinctive Features of the Empire Style

Empire-style furniture is characterized by strict geometric lines and sculptural details often inspired by Roman, Greek, and Egyptian art. The pieces are frequently decorated with gilded bronzes, a hallmark of the style, adding a touch of opulence. Common motifs include sphinxes, caryatids, griffins, palmettes, and eagles or lion paws, symbols of power and victory during the Napoleonic era.

The furniture is often made from solid woods like mahogany, beech, or walnut, offering great robustness and a rich aesthetic. Black, red, green, or veined white marble tops are also common, providing both durability and an elegant touch. Additionally, the legs of Empire-style furniture are typically shaped like the paws of mythological animals or fluted, accentuating the majestic structure of each piece.

Product Range of the Empire Collection

Our Empire furniture collection covers a wide range of items:

• Empire armchairs and sofas: Upholstered in velvet or satin fabrics, these seats are not only sumptuous but also comfortable. Lacquered or gilded wood details, often enhanced with bronzes, bring unparalleled sophistication to your living room. The fabrics typically feature patterns of bees, flowers, urns, or laurel wreaths.

• Tables and gueridons: Made of mahogany or elm burl and adorned with gilded bronzes, these tables become a focal point in any room. Their marble or marquetry wood tops enhance their luxurious and timeless appearance.

• Chests and nightstands: Our Empire dresser, often inlaid with precious woods like elm burl and decorated with lacquered wood columns, feature drawers adorned with gilded bronzes and topped with black or green marble tops. They bring functional elegance to your bedrooms or living rooms while reflecting the grandeur of the era.

• Empire daybeds and beds: Available in red, gold, or black velvet, our Empire daybeds and beds are ideal for creating a majestic and refined atmosphere in your bedrooms. The black lacquered wood or mahogany details combined with ornamental bronzes evoke the opulence of imperial chambers.

• Banquettes and ceremonial seats: Unique pieces like Roman benches or "Dagobert" benches in gilded wood add a touch of history and nobility to your space.

Furniture Made by Hand

Each piece in our collection is handmade by expert artisans using traditional methods. Whether it is a marquetry chest, a mahogany coffee table, or an Empire armchair, every piece reflects the authenticity and craftsmanship of cabinetmakers from the imperial era. The wood is carefully selected, and every detail, from the bronze sculptures to the finishing of the paws legs, is executed with meticulous precision, ensuring each piece is a unique work of art.

Noble Materials

Empire furniture is built upon the use of luxurious materials that offer lasting quality and aesthetic appeal. Woods such as mahogany, beech, and elm burl are prized for their beauty and durability. The marble tops, whether black veined, red, beige, white, or green, are finely polished to bring a refined touch to each piece. Gilded bronzes, omnipresent in the designs, add a golden glow that gives the furniture an imperial opulence.

A Timeless Style for All Interiors

Empire-style furniture fits equally well in classic interiors as it does in contemporary homes, bringing a sense of grandeur and sophistication. Each piece in this collection allows you to recreate an imperial atmosphere in your spaces, immersing you in the elegance and splendor of the First Empire. Whether for a grand living room, a bedroom, or a library, these pieces add historical dimension and unmatched refinement to any interior.

To conclude

By choosing our Empire-style furniture, you are opting for exceptional pieces that combine luxury, tradition, and artisanal craftsmanship. Each piece embodies the prestige of the French First Empire, designed to last and enhance your home with timeless elegance. Let yourself be seduced by the richness of the materials and the beauty of the details that make this furniture so unique, and transform your home into a sanctuary of imperial opulence.

Explore our Empire furniture collection now and discover how these artisanal creations can enhance your interior with nobility and refinement.