Styles Empire Style

Derived from the French word “empire”, this style emerged in early 19th-century France during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte. Empire style symbolizes grandeur, power, and luxury, reflecting ideas of imperial authority and military victories. Interiors are characterized by monumentality, strict forms, and classical (antique) motifs.
Key features:
• Luxury and monumentality: Empire interiors aim to convey wealth and power. They often look ceremonial and grand. Expensive materials are used, such as marble, bronze, gold, and fine woods (mahogany, walnut).