Any Biedermeier Piece Of Furniture
20th Century English Biedermeier Floor Lamps
Chrome
Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Hardwood, Maple
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Secretaires
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Oak, Softwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1810s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut, Yew
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Cherry
Antique Early 19th Century Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Maple
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Cherry
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cherry
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut, Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Softwood, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Wood
Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Birch
Antique 19th Century French Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Walnut
Antique 1880s Swedish Victorian Secretaires
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Ash, Maple
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique 1840s Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Maple, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Brass
Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Stools
Oak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Tables
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Wall Mirrors
Walnut, Mirror
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Dining Room Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1910s Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs
Fabric, Birch
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Upholstery, Cherry, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Giltwood, Lacquer
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Dining Room Tables
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century German Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Walnut, Spruce
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Softwood, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Secretaires
Birch
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Any Biedermeier Piece Of Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
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A Close Look at biedermeier Furniture
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Biedermeier-style furniture is a type of furniture that emerged from Germany during the 19th century. The pieces were the antithesis of the opulent French designs of the time, displaying clean, simple lines and forms that emphasized functionality. Furniture in this style became popular again in the 1970s. Shop a selection of Biedermeier-style furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A statement piece of furniture stands out on its own in the room. It will be the focus of your design — it’s attractive and eye-catching for one reason or another. Sofas, center tables, cabinets, cupboards, decorative objects, chairs and beds are all examples of statement furniture.
- Is a clock a piece of furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Whether a clock is a piece of furniture depends on its type. Freestanding clocks, like grandfather clocks, arguably fall under the category of furniture. On the other hand, wall clocks are usually thought of as wall decor, while table clocks may be called table decor or decorative objects. Shop a wide range of clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024An MCM piece of furniture was produced during the mid-20th century and reflects the characteristics of mid-century modern style. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that describe many examples of vintage mid-century modern furniture. Furniture created by designers working in this style often featured materials like teak, rosewood, oak, steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Shop a large selection of vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A butler, with respect to furniture, is a desk. Its roots are in the 18th century, when a butler's desk referred to a piece of furniture that belonged to a head servant or butler in a wealthy home. It eventually became a practical piece of furniture in England and in homes in the United States. Shop a variety of butlers from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A humidor piece of furniture is a cabinet designed to store cigars. The purpose of the humidor is to keep cigars at ideal humidity levels to preserve freshness until they're ready to be enjoyed. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of humidors.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a couple ways to check the age of your furniture. First, check for any labels, signatures or stamps. Also, check the type of wood and metal that was used for the piece. You can also take your piece to an expert for further inspection. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jewelry armoires are furniture pieces designed to hold jewelry. It is characterized by its outswing doors and stacked drawers designed for easy organization. You can shop a collection of jewelry armoires from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.