Napoleon I Bonaparte glorified his name not only with conquests in Western Europe, an attempt to conquer Egypt and an inglorious winter campaign in Russia. It was with him that the original and solemn Empire style emerged, which changed the design of palaces and houses in many countries of the world, replacing elegant classicism . Russia was also covered in fashion for everything French.
Furniture in Empire style
Following this style, it is desirable to buy pieces of furniture only from expensive dark wood. Only occasionally is it possible to combine dark varieties of wood with light varieties. If we talk about furniture, then a great place here is occupied by a luxurious mirror. He was placed in different parts of the house - near the fireplace , located between the large windows, in the bedroom near the marital bed, near the doors.
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Bedroom in Empire style
If you own a large bedroom, then it would be appropriate to place a massive bed with a podium and canopy mounted on large carved legs in the form of paws of some formidable predator. In case the room is modest, change the large bed to a stylish sofa and a soft corner, decorating the interior with a lot of elegant pillows. In the living room furniture can vary, but it must be massive, having a beautiful upholstery made of leather or expensive fabric.
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Interior doors in Empire style
Even such a detail of the interior as the doors in the Empire style stands out for its solemnity and grandeur. Here everything must be orderly, symmetrical, in all details, "imperial greatness" must be felt. They can be made with various heraldic symbols, anagrams, details of military armor, eagles, lions or other appropriate symbols.
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Empire style wallpapers
In the old days, Empire style was manifested in the fact that "wall clothes" were decorated with images in antique style. For this style, suitable vinyl or silk wallpaper, which can imitate the texture of expensive fabric. Drawing on them is performed in the form of an ornament resembling various heraldic symbols, possessing a certain hidden meaning.
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It is interesting that over time the Empire style in the interior found a new life, reviving in the architecture, painting and design of the Land of Soviets, which became known as the "Stalin Empire". Therefore, bury the Empire, forever should not be. Now there are many people who see in it a solemn and solemn splendor. It can excellently allocate an apartment, a country house or an owner's office, making your surroundings expensive, unique and stylish.