Furniture From the Late 1800s
The style of furniture of the 1800s varies widely. Politics influenced early to mid-19th-century furniture style as seen in two dominant styles, French and American Empire.
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The way the furniture of the 19th Century would have emblems and motifs carved into it. An image of a crown, bee, laurel leaves, torches, lions, trophies, mythological creatures or Egyptian themes indicates a strong confirmation that the piece is of the French Empire Style. Rose, shell, scroll and grape carvings indicate American Empire style.