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Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Biedermeier Style

The authentic Biedermeier furniture on 1stDibs is representative of the first modern European decorative style not dictated by the tastes of the aristocracy. Following the Napoleonic wars, a growing, wealthy urban middle class in the German-speaking states of Central Europe began to demand rights and privileges once granted only to nobles. To avoid trouble, the upwardly striving confined their political discussions to one another’s homes. And so the salon was born.

Cabinetmakers in cities such as Vienna, Berlin and Mainz began to offer goods that reflected the tastes and needs of the new class. The makers of Biedermeier chairs, tables and other furniture used little or no gilding, silver hardware or other lavish ornament. Ebonized trims are common on Biedermeier cabinetry, and neoclassical elements — lyre-shaped chair splats, carved scrollwork, table supports shaped like Greek columns. But the strongest aesthetic statement came from the wood — richly-grained, honey-colored, often book-matched veneers of walnut and fruitwood.

There are two iconic Biedermeier furniture forms, both made to outfit rooms designed for conversation. One is the sofa, deeply upholstered with a strong, architectural wooden frame. The second is the circular pedestal table, which stood at the center of the room, offering a surface on which to place coffee and cake services; or to roll out a map, or sketch out ideas on paper.

“Biedermeier” was originally a derogatory term — it derives from the pen names of two German magazine writers who mocked bourgeois manners. Looking at the elegant and refined antique, new and vintage Biedermeier furniture offered on 1stDibs, that is now an amusing irony.

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Style: Biedermeier
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers with Secretary Compartement, c. 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers with Secretary Attachment Baden-Wuerttemberg Walnut Biedermeier around 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 118 x 118 x 61 cm Description: Three-drawer chest o...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant early Biedermeier walnut bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their soph...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers Germany, 1820 Walnut Fine Biedermeier chest of drawers made of walnut around 1820. With three drawers,...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sop...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 1st Half of 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers and half columns at the corners. The front drawer protrudes slightly and rests on the capitals. The chest of drawers is veneered in wa...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Veneered Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, antique German Biedermeier single chest made of handcrafted shellac polished veneered Cherrywood, in very good condition. The detailed cabi...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

Beautiful compact Biedermeier chest of drawers, South German around 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful compact Biedermeier chest of drawers, South German around 1840, birch Solid birch body, partly ebonized. Drawer front with ebonized knobs. Lockable base cabinet with shel...
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1840s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

19th Century German Biedermeier Empire Style Mahogany Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine flame mahogany Biedermeier commode with ebonized details. The piece opens up to reveal drawers for storage. And the finish on this piece is exceptional. Stunning!!
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century Birdseye Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany Ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvellous 19th century birdseye maple Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in Bavaria/ Germany. This exceptional antique Biedermeier commode...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birdseye Maple, Spruce

19th Century Biedermeier Blond Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th century blond cherrywood Biedermeier three drawer chest with black lacquer accent. Excellent hand made quality. Has an Art Deco Modern looking appeal. The Art Deco period was...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Fruitwood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophistica...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Populus Nigra, Austria 1820s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning Biedermeier Chest of Drawers. The chest is done in Populus Nigra wood, which has a stroking, burl-like grain which makes it stand out among o...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair Of Modern Biedermeier Walnut Chest Of Drawers, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
A newly handmade pair of sleek Modern Biedermeier chests made of solid walnut wood and comprised of two deep drawers on high tapered and straight legs. Wood is finished in a matte lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century Small Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this early, small Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined de...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant early Biedermeier walnut bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophist...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany ca. 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers crafted in Southern Germany around 1830. Made of solid cherrywood with a warm honey-colored patina, this piece exemplifies the clarity and refine...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Spruce

Pair of Italian Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of large Italian commodes featuring three drawers, flanked by ebonized columns with intricately crafted bronze capitals and bases. The chests of drawers stand on tall, square ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Ebony Gilt Bronze Chest Drawers Commode 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Austrian early Biedermeier walnut & ebonized chest of drawers/ commode, circa 1820. This very handsome antique Biedermeier commode is in excellent condition, it is mad...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Miniature Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Charming miniature chest of drawers from the Biedermeier period, crafted around 1830 with beautifully grained walnut veneer on a softwood corpus. The veneer pattern is striking, show...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Softwood

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Danube Monarchy, around 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with four drawers and a top plate forming volutes and vase-shaped feet. The chest of drawers is veneered in cherry. The crosspieces are profiled and the ...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

20th Century French Drop-Front Oak Secretary Desk or Abattant
Located in Miami, FL
Secretaire a abattant, Spain circa 1900. The outside with fall front and one high drawer and one low door with compartment, beautiful marquetry oakwood . The wood inside opens to a c...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Trumeau Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Biedermeier Walnut Trumeau Commode – Vienna, circa 1825 We are pleased to offer this exceptional authentic Viennese Biedermeier trumeau commode, crafted around 1825. This rar...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Commode/ Trumeau, Austria, circa 1845
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable 19th century nutwood commode, artfully handcrafted in the famous Biedermeier era in Austria around 1845. This great looking, compact shaped dresser - also called "trumeau"...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Commode
Located in Astoria, NY
Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Commode, the ogee facade with three drawers flanked by ebonized columns. 36" H x 40.5" W x 20.5" D. Provenance: From a Park Avenue Collection.
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19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Antique Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous antique chest of drawers or commode in the classic Biedermeier style of 19th century Prussia. With robust maple construction...
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Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Hardwood, Maple

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Biedermeier / Empire birch chest of drawers, circa 1830. With a rectangular birch top with a slightly chamfered ebonized front and side borders, 3 graduated drawers with later brass ...
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1830s Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Paint

German Biedermeier Neoclassic 2-Drawer Commode, 1st quarter 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular top with slightly canted corners atop a conforming case housing two drawers with original brass hardware, the case raised on flared tapering legs
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

19th Century Biedemeier Nutwood Commode/ Trumeau , Austria circa 1825
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable, early 19th century Biedermeier nutwood trumeau commode from the early period in Austria around 1825. A perfect sized example of antique Biedermeier furniture...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid 19th Century Walnut Biedermeier Style Chest
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Late Biedermeier-style four-drawer chest, circa 1840s, featuring a walnut veneer with elaborate oval-shaped bronze mounts. This chest is a beautiful example of the late Biedermeier f...
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1840s European Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Swedish 19th century birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century birch chest of drawers circa 1880. Simple but elegant Scandinavian chest of drawers, veneered in quarter sawn birch to allow the striking grain to show through....
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Biedermeier Miniature Chest of Drawers in Walnut, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Small chest of drawers in walnut veneer with three drawers and a hinged lid with mirror and removable tray insert. The chest of drawers has been restored and polished by hand. Each d...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century German Biedermeier Commode in Cherry wood. Pulls have been changed, and it has been refinished some time ago. Shows well.
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cherry

Large Antique Chest of Drawers with rich wood grain, Late Biedermeier
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular Antique chest of drawers or commode. It features 4 large drawers and brass hardware. This piece is done in wood, with veneer featuring ric...
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1890s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 - Walnut Veneer
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 – Walnut Veneer This elegant chest of drawers, crafted around 1825 in Southern Germany, is a fine example of early 19th-century cra...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode was made in Vienna circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, North German, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawer Biedermeier commode standing on square-tapered legs. The slightly convex front gives the piece a refined silhouette. Veneered in mahogany, with key escutcheons designed ...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Magnets

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Elm Veneer, Austria, Late 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
A beautifully proportioned 19th-century Austrian chest of drawers, veneered with Elm, professionally restored. The chest stands on refined tapered legs, giving it a light and timeles...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

19th Century Mahogany Demi Lune Half Cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Demi Lune Half Cabinet, Germany 1815 Mahogany, Fine Demi Lune half cabinet with columns from the period 1800-1815. This antique sideboard is veneered with mahogany and has two drawers. With a width of 72.5 cm, a height of 82 cm and a depth of 41 cm, it offers enough storage space and adds a touch of elegance and history to any room. Perfect for antiques and art...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Biedermeier Walnut Chest with Ebonized Accents and Figural Mounts, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined 19th-century Biedermeier chest of drawers in walnut, showcasing the clean lines and restrained elegance characteristic of the style. This three-drawer chest is crafted with...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique chest of drawers, Northern Europe, around 1850.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from the mid-19th century. The chest of drawers has three spacious drawers. The whole is veneered with richly grained light walnut. The furniture is in ver...
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique chest of drawers, Northern Europe, around 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from the mid-nineteenth century in the Biedermeier style. The style is characterized by a simple design, corresponding to comfort and functionality. A ches...
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1870s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherry One-Door Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful small early Biedermeier one-door half cabinet with one drawer and one door. In very good hand polished restored condition.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Spruce

Early 19th Century Biedermeier, Chest of Drawers Cherrywood
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Chest of Drawers, South Germany, 1820 Early Biedermeier Chest with three drawers. The chest is made of solid cherrywood. The middle drawer with the dimensions of...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Antique Biedermeier Style Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Biedermeier birch chest of drawers with ebonized highlights, 19th century. With a slightly rectangular top with molded front and side edges, below are four drawers the two ce...
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Late 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Lacquer

19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
XIX Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1830-1835 Mahogany Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with spectacular mahogany veneer which is laid absolutely symmetrically and runs a...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A petite chest of drawers, crafted of solid mahogany and fir, the piece is veneered with light mahogany with birch banding and marquetry. Bone escutcheons line the keyholes. The lock...
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1850s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Antique chest of drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique chest of drawers from the end of the 19th century. The piece of furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 88 cm / width 92 c...
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of 21st Small Black Lacquered Commodes or Bedside Tables Biedermeier Style
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of small commodes or night tables, in Biedermeier style, with two drawers. The commodes are a handmade production, made by us, our craftsman cabinrtmarker and a craftsman lacque...
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2010s Spanish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Small Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1810-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Explore our exquisite Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating back to 1815-1820, featuring a beautiful walnut veneer and unique hunting scene inlays. This elegant three-drawer dresser s...
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Yew

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut, German, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers veneered in walnut, raised on block feet with ebonized full columns. Offering generous storage with three drawers, the upper drawer projects slightly and...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nutwood

Biedermeier Commode, Probably North Germany Around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier commode with three drawers and flanking full columns, veneered in mahogany.
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Roma, IT
A refined Biedermeier chest of drawers from the mid-19th century, exemplifying the elegant simplicity and craftsmanship of early 19th-century Northern European design. Maple veneer,...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Biedermeier Semainiere with Marble Top, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
High chest of drawers or semainiere with seven large drawers and a concealed drawer under the marble top. The chest of drawers stands on carved lion paws and is accentuated by smooth...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

A Well-figured Austrian Biedermeier Cherrywood Veneered Two-Drawer Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
the warmly patinated cherrywood chest in bookmatched veneers with rectangular top conforming body fitted with 2 drawers with applied ebonized escutcheons all flanked by ebonized pila...
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1860s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Early XIX Century Biedermeier Two Door Cabinet, Walnut
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
This exquisite piece, crafted in the early 19th century, is a stunning example of Biedermeier style, originating from southern Germany between 1820 and 1830. The beautifully executed...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique chest of drawers, Northern Europe, year around 1850.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from the mid-19th century, Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 91 cm / width 114 cm...
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1850s Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Small Biedermeier Cabinet, Northern Germany or Denmark, circa 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Small Biedermeier cabinet, Northern Germany or Denmark, circa 1820, mahogany veneer. Beautiful veneer grain and nicely carved details. In very good condition.
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century German Biedermeier Tall Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional 19th century German Biedermeier tall cherrywood chest of drawers. Very fine quality and gorgeous wood grain. A very fine piece that is sur...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This original Biedermeier chest of drawers dates back to 1820 and was made in Southern Germany. The four drawer commode has a gorgeous walnut veneer. The uppermost drawer is slightly...
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1820s European Antique Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Biedermeier commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Germany, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include and Grosfeld House. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,087 and tops out at $98,800 while the average work can sell for $5,965.

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