Article: Classic Empire furniture was popular in the 1800s; Current Prices Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary in different locations because of local economic conditions. Cabbage cutter: three blades, Indianapolis Sanitary Kraut Cutter, patent April 18, 1905: $50. "Beverly Hillbillies" lapel pin: gold, red and black, 1963: $75. Puritan Ice Cream thermometer: "Newark's Famous Ice Cream," circa 1920s: $95. Cut glass olive dish: black cut all over, Princess pattern, 71 8 x 11 2 inches: $110. Edison Mazda lamp light bulb: original box, circa 1900s: $125. American silver bowl: overlapping geometric and linear design, T. Tuttle, circa 1938, 7 inches: $145. Franciscan after-dinner coffeepot: Desert Rose: $350. Hopalong Cassidy radio: Arvin, red with Topper rearing: $575. Walking doll: Jamie New & Wonderful, Mattel, 1969: $750. Sheraton linen press: mahogany, inlaid, splayfoot, 1790, 82 x 48 x 21 inches: $2,500.

Comfort is not always a concern of those who design furniture, clothing or buildings. Designers often are more concerned with style and the "look," which get the publicity and the dollars from the public.Those who were interested in the "hottest" furniture in the 1800s purchased the Empire style. The classical forms used in ancient Rome and Greece were rediscovered in France during the years of Napoleon. The curves, animal heads and shapes of the ancient pieces were adapted to new pieces.

Ornaments, often carved in high relief, were made of metal or gilded wood.

Many of the designs would have made good orthopedic seats. The center of the back cushion protruded, forcing the user to ...

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