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A French Empire Gilt-tooled Morocco Leather Box
Located in Roma, IT
A French Empire Gilt-tooled Morocco Leather Box This wonderful rectangular box is decorated
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Bronze and Faceted Crystal Box, Empire, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
French bronze and faceted crystal box, Empire, circa 1820.
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Antique 1880s French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique French D'Ore Bronze 2nd Empire Box, Napoleon III
Located in North Miami, FL
Antique French dore bronze 2nd Empire stamps box, Napoleon III Era, circa 1850s.
Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Important Empire Period Paris Porcelain & Ormolu-Mounted Casket/Box/Jewelry Box
By Jean-Pierre Feuillet
Located in New York, NY
, and was once part of a large collection of French Empire decorative arts owned by Charles Stuart, Lord
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Antique 1810s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Empire Style Crystal Box with Classical Gilt Ormulo Mounts
Located in London, GB
A French late 19th century Empire style crystal box with classical gilt bronze mounts.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Empire-Style Crystal and Brass 'Bonbonnière', or Sweet Box
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very decorative Empire-style crystal sweet box, or Bonbonnière, intricately clad in a gilt-brass
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Brass

French 19th Century Empire Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Decorative Jewelry Box
Located in Firenze, IT
This French Empire 19th century rectangular porcelain dresser box or jewlery decorative casket has
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Empire Style Salesman Sample
Located in Dallas, TX
Charming French late 19th century Empire style salesman sample. Makes a fine accessory.
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Elegant Sliding-Lid Box in mahogany for candles or cutlery. Empire, 1820s
Located in Knivsta, SE
narrow items. French Empire, 1820s-1830s. Wear consistent with age and use
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Antique 1820s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Empire Inlaid Jewelry Box, France, mid XIX cent.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique jewelry box in Empire style Made of walnut wood with inlaid Roman casket vase motif
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Boxes and Cases

19th Century French Empire Miniature Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine early 19th century French Empire miniature sample commode with four dovetailed drawers. Made
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes

Table Box Green in French Empire Louis XVI style Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Table Box Green in French Empire Louis XVI style Sterling Silver Salimbeni. Table box in 925/1000
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Vintage 1970s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Empire French Pressed Wood Snuff Box, Early 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The circular lidded box depicting a woman reclining on a Recamier playing the harp. The underside
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Circa 1870 Bronze Brass Mounted Letters Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
French circa 1870 bronze brass mounted letters box. Period Second Empire. Patinated bronze with
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Antique 1870s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Playing Card Box Rosewood
Located in Münster, DE
Large casket, rosewood solid and veneered, France circa 1860/70, brass handle embedded in the lid
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Antique 1860s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Boulle Sewing Scent Necessaire Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful 19th Century French Empire ebonized black and Boulle Sewing Scent Necessaire Box with
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Boxes

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century French Empire Apprentice Commode in Walnut with Lift Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th century French Empire Apprentice Commode in walnut with lift top. Table top item.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Empire Dore Bronze Enamel Casket
By Baccarat
Located in Canterbury, GB
Antique Crystal Casket Exquisite Antique French Empire Crystal Casket The thick heavy finest
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of French antique etched and faceted cut crystal lidded boxes with ormolu mounts, c. early
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Early 20th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box
Located in Lisse, NL
magnificent antique drinks box could be perfect. This beautiful design tantalus dates from the early 1900s and
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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique French 19th Century Jewelry Box Flap Door Miniature Wood Cabinet
Located in Firenze, IT
miniature antique Empire style French commode can now fulfill many purposes. This lovely model can be a nice
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

19th Century Jewelry Box in Leather with Diamond Pattern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Rectangular Leather Jewelry Box on small brass balls with diamond pattern.
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Black Forest Carved Wooden Glove Box, Late 19th/Early 20th Century -1Y01
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Antique Black Forest Glove Box Step back in time with this exquisite antique black forest glove
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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique French Brass Napoleonic "Le Grand" Snuff Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
empire with this stunning Antique French brass Napoleonic "Le Grand" snuff box. A relic from the 19th
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Empire Cloisonné Bronze Jewelry Casket with Velvet Interior
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century French Empire cloisonne bronze jewelry casket with blue velvet interior By: unknown
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Antique Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Metal, Copper

French Empire Boxwood Tabatière with Erotic Enamel Plaque and Gilded Bronze Acce
Located in Kastrup, DK
A French Empire tabatière, exquisitely crafted from boxwood. The lid is adorned with an erotic
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Silver Plated Rectangular Dolphin Footed Box with Lid
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
We see this charming 2 piece box for used as a trinket box for jewelry or keepsakes. Could also
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

French Empire Tricolored Gold Etui Case
Located in Firenze, IT
French tri-colored, red, green and yellow 18Kt gold pencil case decorated with applied classical
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Antique 1810s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Palais-Royal Mother-of-Pearl Perfume Box and Flasks
Located in New Orleans, LA
of France’s Second Empire. The box is a work of art, meticulously fashioned to delight a regal
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Antique 19th Century French Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Pressed Wood Snuff Box of Place Vendome, French, Early 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The circular box depicting Place Vendome with quote on bottom 'COLON DE LA PLACE VENDOME.' The
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790 Rare snuffbox made of
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Antique 1790s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Snuff Box Restauration Period
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular box with rounded corners. The hinged lid as well as the bottom are embellished with an
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Antique 1820s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

Gold Snuff Box Restauration Period
Gold Snuff Box Restauration Period
H 0.4 in W 2.76 in D 1.78 in
Gold pills box, Early 19th century
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional rectangular box or snuff box in four-tone gold. The hinged lid in fine relief has an
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Antique 1810s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

Gold pills box, Early 19th century
Gold pills box, Early 19th century
H 0.48 in W 2.33 in D 1.5 in
1st Empire Watch Holder In Gilded Wood With Gold Leaf
Located in Vannes, FR
dating back to the 1st Empire. Combining elegance and history, it stands out for its antique charm and
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Antique 17th Century French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

Early 19th Century Curved Snuff Box
Located in Paris, FR
A rectangular snuff box with rounded corners. The box is lightly curved, allowing it to fit
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Antique 1820s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold

Early 19th Century Curved Snuff Box
Early 19th Century Curved Snuff Box
H 0.6 in W 2.96 in D 1.78 in
Antique Empire Snuffbox Sun Emblem Amitié Gift of Friendship Glass Beadwork Horn
Located in Munich, Bavaria
pattern and the French words DON DAMITIE, gift of friendship. The beadwork is in truly superb condition.
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Antique 1810s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Crystal and bronze chest
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Crystal and bronze chest Empire style chest Crystal and gilded bronze materials Origin France Circa
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Vintage 1920s French Empire Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Crystal and bronze chest
Crystal and bronze chest
H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
Antique Empire Paris Amor Love Quiver Arrow Wreath Torch Doves Bronze Inkstand
Located in Munich, Bavaria
is the work of a French master bronze caster.
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Antique 1810s French Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Sceaux Faux Porphyry Tobacco Jars, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The pair of jars with covers with old repairs and chips.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Faience

Empire, Sterling Silver-Mounted Two-Piece Fish Set in Original Box, Paris
Located in New York, NY
Empire, French, sterling silver-mounted, two-piece fish serving set in original box, Paris, circa
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Antique 1870s French Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Empire Doré Saint Louis Crystal Etched Tumbler Glass Gilt Brass Music Box Holder
By Saint Louis
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Saint Louis Crystal Empire style Nelly pattern etched tumbler glass. The etched glass
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Early 20th Century French Empire Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Egg Box in Lacquered Sheet Metal with Chinese Decor, French Work, 19th Century
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful and rare Egg box is made of lacquered sheet metal with Chinese decor. This is a
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Serving Pieces

Materials

Sheet Metal

Antique 19th Century Meissen Egg Floral Gilt Trinket Box, France, 1875, Cobalt
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Egg-shaped box, Meissen (Germany) dated to 1875 based on its mark, with gilding, cobalt blue
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Antique Late 19th Century German Empire Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Military Collection – Vintage Film with Box "ECPA" - 2Y201
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Program Number: 1137 Material: Metal box Origin: France Period: 20th Century Design Length: 27 cm (10.6
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Antique Wooden Money Box with Intricate Carved Details -1Y48
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating antique wooden money box with intricate carved details adds a touch of rustic
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Round Brass and Enameled Ceramic Box - 1Y111
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique round box, crafted from brass, is adorned with blue enameled ceramic cabochons. Dating
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Early 20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Brass

Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Protection Individuelle - 2Y205
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Military Film with Box Material: Metal Origin: France Brand: Unbranded Sub-Type: Box Film Title
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Hand-Carved Bas-Relief Storage or Jewelry Box - 2Y51
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite storage or jewelry box features hand-carved bas-relief detailing, showcasing expert
Category

20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Bohemian Crystal Jewelry Box, Napoleon III Era - 1Y209
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite antique jewelry box, crafted from Bohemian crystal, dates back to the Napoleon III
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Gold Sewing Box in Shape of Flower, Charles X
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional nacre sewing and writing case in gold, turquoise and nacre. This kit comes in the form of a daisy and opens in three parts revealing accessories. The lower part is remova...
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Antique 1820s French Empire Vanity Items

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Vintage Film with Box "ECPA" – "Énergie Nouvelle" (Program No. 8287) - 2Y203
Located in Bordeaux, FR
: 8287 Copy Number: 502 Material: Metal box Origin: France Period: 20th Century Design Length: 27 cm
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Tireur d'élite - 2Y207
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Film with Box Material: Metal Origin: France Brand: Unbranded Sub-Type: Box Film Title: Tireur
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Les Véhicules Blindés - 2Y208
Located in Bordeaux, FR
: Vintage Military Film with Box Material: Metal Origin: France Brand: Unbranded Sub-Type: Box Film
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

18th Century Snuff Box With Secret Erotic Motive
Located in Copenhagen, K
Very funny little snuff box with a text about Etimologie; the true learning or real learning, on
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Antique Late 18th Century French Empire Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Wood, Paper

Mid-Century Porcelain and Metal Box with Rooster Motif -1Y36
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century porcelain and silver-plated metal box adds a touch of elegance and
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Film with Box "ECPA" – "Combat de Rue" (Program No. 1126) - 2Y204
Located in Bordeaux, FR
: Metal box Origin: France Period: 20th Century Design Length: 27 cm (10.6 inches) Height: 2.5 cm (1 inch
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Se Poster Se Déplacer - 2Y206
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Film with Box Material: Metal Origin: France Brand: Unbranded Sub-Type: Box Film Title: Se Poster
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Elegant Syrian Jewelry Box - Rectangular, Inlay Marquetry with Red Velvet - 2Y29
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Discover the beauty of this elegant Syrian jewelry box, featuring intricate marquetry and a
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20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Large Mahogany Box with Exotic Wood Inlay - Geometric Pattern - 1Y147
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A grand mahogany box with a lid featuring exotic wood inlay, showcasing a geometric pattern in
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Style Patinated Spelter Jewelry Box with Floral Bouquet Design - 1Y118
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite Art Deco style jewelry box, crafted from patinated spelter, features a beautiful
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Vintage 1930s French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Spelter

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French Empire Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of French empire boxes available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and wood, all French empire boxes available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of French empire boxes available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. French empire boxes made by Empire designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular at 1stDibs. Baccarat, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres and Meissen Porcelain each produced beautiful French empire boxes that are worth considering.

How Much are French Empire Boxes?

Prices for French empire boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, French empire boxes begin at $400 and can go as high as $88,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,000.
Questions About French Empire Boxes
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    The Classical world is primarily what influenced French Empire furniture. Greek and Roman motifs appear on many pieces. In addition, the opulence of Egyptian furniture inspired furniture makers active during the period. On 1stDibs, shop a range of French Empire furniture.