[FURNITURE]. Empire ?Chaise Gondole? Chair from the First Empire. [France, ca. 1800]. The French name for this chair is due to its styling which is reminiscent of a Venetian Gondola. Solid mahogany with its original (if not later period) blue cloth upholstered seat. Approximately 18 x 18 x 33?. Minor occasional wear. Fine. Third party shipping required.