Furniture - Empire Style

Empire style was conceived in France but quickly spread across Europe. He received a warm reception as the south of Italy and further east. The most striking examples of the styles are empire during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte, as he keeps the magnificence of the empire to be seen by all. Such showmanship was not always taken good eye, but after the victory over Napoleon, the French furniture become a model for artists worldwide. Not had little impact and decoration of buildings, which are partially carried over in the interior.

It is believed that the Empire style remains classic tradition and draws inspiration from ancient Greece and Roman Empire. Antique models are copied, but often they were adding and modern symbols. Solemnity and pomp were stunning. On furniture can observe lions and golden eagles, snakes, mythical creatures, wreaths, and other weapons. Often seen and the first letter of the name of Napoleon - "N".

In the Empire style using red Jamaican wood, poplar, birch, and even walnut. Often, the natural pattern of the tree is the basis for decoration. Display of paintings and mosaics furniture made especially attractive and lively. These decorative elements are carried on doors, lamps and other household items. During the 30-year start to make sets of furniture with greater stylistic similarities, but a decade later, the style began to simplify, mainly to make it easier and cheaper to manufacture.

Furniture in the Empire style is particularly valued in antique houses and museums. Since this style emerged and some others, such as bidermayer where palatial splendor and decorated with precious metal elements were of great importance. Even some owners of older, classic apartments weakness to indulge them furnished in Empire style, especially if the appearance of the building is conducive to that. Elegance of the interior so they will create the image of people with good taste.