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Biedermeier Furniture

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
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, High Gloss, Czechia, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. High Gloss. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1820-1829 Material: Walnut It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacque...
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier style. Finely engraved brass. Hangings from finely ground crystal. (F-Ra-27).   
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Brass

20th Century Vienna Biedermeier Style Salon Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Maple roots on solid pinewood. Literary Proven” Empire and Biedermeiermöbel“ by Renate Müller 1995 p. 132. (G-Sam-2).  
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Maple, Pine

Set of six Neoclassical Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs, 1810-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Neoclassical Walnut Chairs, Germany 1810 Discover a stunning collection of Neoclassical Walnut Chairs originating from Southern Germany, dating back to approximately 1810-1820. These...
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Cherry Tree, Ebony, Austria-Vienna, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Armchair attributed to Josef Danhauser. According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered t...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Ebony

19th Century Biedermeier Restored Cherry Czech Mirror Dressing Table, 1860s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier restored mirror dressing table Period: 1860-1869 Source: Czechia (Bohemia) Material: Cherry-tree.
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19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Mirror, Lacquer, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Style Antique Pendant Lamp Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant antique pendant lamp chandelier in the Biedermeier style, circa 1900. Finely chiselled bronze. Basket-shaped corpus of hand-wired beaded ...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Bronze

Restored Biedermeier Dining Table, Yew-Tree, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier dining table. Source: Austria Period: 1830-1839 Material: Yew-tree An atypical castle-style table. Very well preserv...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Yew

20th Century Set of 2 Biedermeier/Art Deco Chairs, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Set of 2 Biedermeier/Art Deco Chairs, birch Slightly arched backrest with straight top and 2 middle bridge. Newly upholstered seat and covered with a high quality fabri...
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20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch

Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chairs, Czechia, Cherry Tree, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
For this item we are able to guarantee the import duty rate, which is 15%. Given the currently unpredictable political situation in the United States, having a fixed and reliable dut...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and stripes. Turned on both sides turned columns ...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Maple

Antique Swedish Biedermeier Birch Ebony Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique coffee / occasional table, this was made in Sweden and dates from around the 1840’s period. It is beautifully made from burr birch and ebonised wood. The square t...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch, Ebony

20th Century Biedermeier Style Tulip Columns Commode
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century Biedermeier style tulip columns commode veneer tulip on solid pinewood. (D-Sam-44).   
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Pine

19th Century Unusua Restored Biedermeier Mahogany Armchair, Germany, 1840s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Newly upholstered Biedermeier armchair Material: Mahogany. Source: Germany Period: 1840-1849.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and stripes. Turned on both sides turned columns...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Maple

20th Century Biedermeier\Classicist Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier\Classicist style. Engraved bronze. Basket formed corpus. Adorned with classicist basket-form. (F-Mr-02-Bp).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Bronze

Biedermeier Side Chair Made in 1820s Austria, Restored Yew
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Style:19th century Biedermeier Period:1820-1829 Origin:Austria Width:45 cm / 17.72" Depth:44 cm / 17.32" Seat:45 cm / 17.72" Backrest:89 cm / 35.04" Material:Yew.
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19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Yew

IMPORTANT GERMAN STATIONERY/SECRETAYRE 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT GERMAN STATIONERY 18th Century plated in fruit wood with inlays representing gallant scenes and floral motifs. Wavy box with three drawers, showing factory interior with d...
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18th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood

20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier style. Finely engraved brass. Hangings from finely ground crystal. (F-Ra-29).
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20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very handsome German 19th century Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece has nice ebonized details and a beautiful finish. Ample storage as well!
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Biedermeier Ladies Portrait / Painting, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Biedermeier ladies portrait / painting, 19th century. Oil on canvas. Masterfully high quality representation of a lady in a blue dress and o...
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20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture

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Canvas

19th Century South German/West German Biedermeier Sewing Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Cherrywood on solid softwood. Straight, two-wise frame box made of baluster-shaped columns, connected by turned column. Four-sided tabletop in compartments for sewing utensils. (G...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Cherry, Softwood

19th Century Biedermeier Style Wall Mirror
Located in Berlin, DE
Courtly Empire wall mirror, circa 1810. Solid softwood, Cuba mahogany veneer. Original glass, finely chiselled bronze fittings. (M-6).
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Softwood, Mahogany

Set of 6 Continental 19th Century Biedermeier - Viennese Walnut Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A most elegant and complete set of six continental 19th century Biedermeier - Viennese burl walnut. Each chair is raised by fine circular tapered front legs with slightly curved sq...
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19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of American 1940s Neo-Classical Pedestals
By McMillen
Located in New York, NY
This pair of walnut-veneered, black marble and brass neoclassical pedestals bear a striking resemblance to those that appeared in the rooms decorated in by Eleanor Brown of McMillen ...
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1940s American Vintage Biedermeier Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Biedermeier Standing Mirror Made in Austria circa 1810, Fully Restored Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier Mirror Style:19th century Period:1810-1819 Origin:Austria Height:182 cm / 71.65" Width:99 cm / 38.98" Depth:51 cm / 20.08" Status:Restored Material:Nut.  
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1810s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Set of Three Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Made in Austria, 1820s, Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of Biedermeier chairs, three pieces. Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Austria, Wien Shellac-polish.
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Brown and Pink Bohemian Armchair Made Out of Walnut, 1820s, Biedermeier Style
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier armchair. This armchair belonged to the heritage of the Dalmberg family from the Bohemian castle in Dacice. Material: Walnut. Completely restored. New fabric. Shella...
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Table, Made in Austria, 1820s, Fully Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier table Completely restored. Shellac polish. Material: Mahogany Source: Austria Period: 1820-1829.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer

19th Century Restored German Biedermeier Table, Made with Mahogany, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier table Completely restored. Shellac polish. Material: Mahogany Source: Germany Period: 1820-1829.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany

Pair of Antique Carved Side Chairs
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique carved side chairs. They were made in continental Europe, possibly Denmark, or somewhere close and they are quite...
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1790s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chair, Czech - Bohemia, Cherry tree, 1820 - 1829
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier chair Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Czechia (Bohemia) Material: Cherry tree Period: 1820-1829 Shellac-polish. We guarantee safe a the ...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery, Cherry

20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier style. Finely engraved, silver gilded brass. Hangings from finely ground crystal. (F-Ra-30).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Brass

20th Century Biedermeier\Classicist Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier\Classicist style. Engraved bronze. Basket formed corpus. Adorned with classicist basket-form. (F-Mr-02-Bp).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Bronze

20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Classical basket chandelier in Biedermeier style Basket-formed corpus. Baldachin crowning. Six torch-formed light-arms. (F-Hs-40).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Biedermeier Mirror
Located in Washington, DC
Biedermeier mirror Mirror size: 25" W X 54" H.
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fruitwood, Glass

ANTIQUE 1880 SWEDiSH BIEDERMEIER WALNUT DRESSING TABLE STOOL EMBROIDERED TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1880 Walnut Swedish Biedermier dressing table stool Please note the delivery fee ...
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1880s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Unusual Early 19th Century Biedermeier Library Desk, German or Austrian
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very attractive early 19th century library desk, veneered an precious satinwood, with ebonised banding, the freeze with three drawers to th...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fruitwood, Satinwood

19th Century German Wall Cabinet Facade
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 19th century German Front of a built-in wall cupboard in unrestored original condition. High rectangular oak frame with 2 double doors hung on external hinges and moulded cornice....
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Oak

Biedermeier Commode Chest of Drawers Satin Birch
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous deco Biedermeier style chest of drawers or commode Elegant chest with two drawers so ample storage Blonde walnut offset by black ebonized trim Some of our items are in st...
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1980s Vintage Biedermeier Furniture

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Other

Biedermeier Pillow with Bead Embroidery in Grisaille Tones
Located in Hamburg, DE
Experience the timeless elegance of the Biedermeier period with this exquisite pillow, crafted from luxurious red linen and adorned with intricate bead embroidery in subtle grisaille tones. This square pillow is a true masterpiece, showcasing a central floral motif meticulously created with glass beads. The delicate embroidery is further enhanced by a charming meander band along the edges, each adorned with four additional blossoms. The design of this Biedermeier pillow exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the 19th century. The central flower, depicted in soft grayscale tones, stands out beautifully against the vibrant red linen background, creating a striking contrast that draws the eye. The classic meander band and the floral accents at each corner add a touch of historical elegance, making this pillow a standout piece in any setting. Perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to your living room, bedroom, or study, this antique pillow is more than just a decorative item; it is a piece of history. The absence of a closure or zipper maintains its authentic antique charm, ensuring that it remains true to its origins. To preserve the beauty of this Biedermeier pillow, it should be handled with care. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight to prevent the colors from fading and consider professional cleaning services for delicate textiles to maintain the intricate beadwork. Owning this Biedermeier pillow with...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Glass

20th Century Mirror
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Gilded with 22-karat gold leaf with base and marble top. Measures: Mirror 83.5" H x 42.5" W  Bench 42.5 W x 18 H x 12.75 D.
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Early 20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Gold Leaf

Biedermeier Mirror, South Germany, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This Biedermeier mirror dates back to 1820 and comes from southern Germany. It features a pretty cherry veneer and has two ebonized half columns with gilt wood carved capitals and ba...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry, Giltwood

Zoological Original Lithograph Featuring "the Lama" from 1831-35
Located in Hamburg, DE
Transport yourself to the Biedermeier era with this exquisite and rare original lithograph from the book "Neue Bildergalerie der Jugend." Published between 1831 and 1835 by Carl Hell...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Paper

Golden 750 Biedermeier Box Painting Portrait of Little Girl Vienna Made 1828
Located in Vienna, AT
Golden biedermeier round box with lovely portrait of a little girl. Vienna / Austria, made 1828 Finest golden item of best manufacturing quality! Specifications: The lid of round golden box...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Gold

Vintage Biedermeier Style Burl Elm Cradle, 1920s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Splendid biedermeier cradle, re-proposed in the art deco period perfectly functional and very solid, the banks are fixed. Available the top base in new plywood with holes for mattres...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Furniture

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Elm, Burl

A Biedermeier Satin Birch Occasional Table
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Biedermeier Satin Birch Occasional Table. The canted rectangular top above a frieze drawer and sides with lion mask handles, on swept legs joined by an 'X'-shaped stretcher. Aust...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch

Silver 812.5 Biedermeier Lidded Casserole Wooden Stick Radelpunze Vienna 1827
Located in Vienna, AT
Silver 812.5 (= Silver 13 Lot) Biedermeier lidded casserole with wooden stick Vienna / Austria, made 1827 Austrian finest silver item of best manufacturing quality ! Specifications: The casserole is...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Large and rare Biedermeier Gilt Wood Faceted Mirror, Austria cca. 1840s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous, large and rare Biedermeier Mirror with gilt wood frame and faceted mirror glass. It features a rectangular shape with rounded corners and floral decorative carvings. The mirror is faceted. Made in Austria cca. 1840s. The mirror is in fair antique condition with visible signs of time and use. It appears to be refurbished some years back. Some patina is present, as well as some small chips. There are no dents on glass nor larger damages. If you are looking for an old, antique mirror...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Mirror

Pair of Biedermeier Giltwood Three-Light Sconces
Located in Buchanan, MI
A pair of Biedermeier giltwood three-light sconces. Measures: Height 12 1/2 x width 17 inches. Excellent condition
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Giltwood

Pastel Portrait of a Biedermeier Gentleman
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A very well executed early 19th century pastel portrait of a gentleman sitting at his desk. He is portrayed from the waist up, his left hand holding a book...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Paper

20th Century Biedermeier Style Corner Cupboard Vitrine
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant corner cupboard in Biedermeier style. Bird’s eye maple root veneer on solid pinewood. Partially ebonized. Two drawered body over prominent overhanging pedestal, internal shel...
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Beech, Birdseye Maple, Pine

Antique German Biedermeier Style Trumeau Wall Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique German Biedermeier Style Trumeau Wall Mirror Southwest German Biedermeier style wall mirror. Mirror - walnut veneer, ebonized profile strip at the top, in the medallion reli...
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Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Dining Chairs Made in 1930s Czechia
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
The chairs have been fully restored and are made out of cherry wood.
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Cherry

Small Brown Ash Biedermeier Side Table, Czechia Bohemia, 1830s, Shellac Polished
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech Biedermeier small table. Period: 1830-1839 Material: Walnut Shellac polished.
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Lacquer, Ash

20th Century Biedermeier\Classicist Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier\Classicist style. Silvered bronze. Basket formed corpus. Adorned with classicist basket-form. (F-Mr-02-Bas).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Porcelain Table Lamp "Schweriner Castle", circa 1880
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique porcelain table lamp "Schweriner Castle", circa 1880. Porcelain belly, in the center view of the Schwerin castle framed with a ...
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1880s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Porcelain

20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier style. Finely engraved, silver gilded brass. Hangings from finely ground crystal. (F-Ra-28).
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture

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Brass

Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very elegant set of 4 Biedermeier chairs from southern Germany around 1830. Cherry wood veneered and solid. Ebonized back decoration in the shape of a lyre, a very classicist motif. ...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

Biedermeier Table, South Germany, 1820-30
Located in Belmont, MA
This original Biedermeier table dates back to around 1820-30 and comes from Southern Germany. The table has a central column which stands on a trefoil base. All parts have a very pretty cherry veneer. The top is decorated with a piecrust cherry veneer. It comes refinished with a shellack finish, but still has signs of its 200 year old age. This perfect center table for an entrance or it would work well as a dining table for 4...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

Biedermeier furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, Morelato, Viennese Manufactory, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $98,800 while the average work can sell for $4,268.

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