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 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...
Category
1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Ebony
19th Century Biedermeier Secretary Mahogany, 1835
Located in Berlin, DE
Pyramids mahogany on pine tree. Architecturally arranged inner life. Not long ago, the secretary was grounded. Several drawers from inside as well as from outside. With secret compar...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
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...
Category
20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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
Materials
Yew
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Satinwood
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...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Maple
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.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Restored Biedermeier Side Table, Walnut, Maple, Unique Marquetry, France, 1850s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier Side Table. Uniquely large and detailed marquetry.
Roller shutter system for opening the storage space.
Original polish.
Brass feet.
Source: France
Per...
Category
1850s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Maple, Walnut
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.
Category
19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
18th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, 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-29).
Category
20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Style Cuba-Mahogany Secretary
Located in Berlin, DE
Classicist secretary, circa 1800-1810.
Cuba mahogany on solid softwood partly ebonized. High-right, architecturally designed body on conical legs. In the front three drawers. Straig...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Softwood
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!
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Mirror
Located in Washington, DC
Biedermeier mirror
Mirror size: 25" W X 54" H.
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Glass
$3,600
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...
Category
20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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).
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Softwood, Mahogany
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.
Category
1810s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,673 Sale Price
50% Off
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.
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
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...
Category
1790s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,152 / set
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.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Oak Chairs, Czechia, 1800s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Biedermeier chairs
Completely restored, upholstery included.
Source: Czechia (Bohemia)
Material: Oak and High quality leather.
Period: 1800-1809
Shellac-polish.
...
Category
Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
3 Antique Silver Money Boxes, Piggy Banks, Austria-Hungary
Germany, 19th Cent.
Located in Vienna, AT
Three silver money boxes, two in tankard form with padlocks, one in cuboid form with built-in lock, hinged lids.
Dating: 19th Century
Material: Silver 13 Lot ('812....
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Silver
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery, Cherry
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Brass
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
Materials
Walnut
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....
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
1980s Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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
Materials
Glass
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...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Paper
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
Materials
Sterling Silver
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...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Giltwood
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
Materials
Gold
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...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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...
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Elm, Burl
$1,912 Sale Price
42% Off
Pair of Continental Biedermeier Style One Drawer One Door Side Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. burl walnut, ormolu and marble one drawer one door side tables. Each small table is raised ...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
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...
Category
1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
$2,400 / set
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...
Category
1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Paper
$1,250 Sale Price
50% Off
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...
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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.
Category
1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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.
Category
Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Ash
Coppia di Panchette in Stile Biedermeier Austria Prima Metà XX Secolo
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Coppia di panchette in stile Biedermeier realizzate nel XX secolo. In ciliegio presentano cinque montanti , con braccioli curvi verso l'esterno, schienale a barca con piccolo bracci...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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 ...
Category
1880s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
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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