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Biedermeier Seating

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
Biedermeier Black Wood and Green Velvet Dinning Room Chairs, 1830
Located in Rome, IT
Four beautiful Biedermeier chairs with an unmistakable design, black shellac for the structure and a beautiful green and white velvet for the seat, note the particular design of the ...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Antique Large Biedermeier Sofa in Green with brass details, circa 1860
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this massive sofa, typical for the Biedermeier style, with a softly upholstered seat and backrest. This article of furniture has characteri...
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19th Century Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Antique Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1920. Renovated.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique sofa from the end of the 19th century. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation, polished to a high gloss. The sofa has been upholstered in a new fa...
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1890s Danish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Mahogany

Set of Six Northern Italian Fruitwood Dining Chairs, Great Scale For Comfort.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set of Six Northern Italian Fruitwood Dining Chairs, Great Scale For Comfort. Fully Restored but would need to be reupholstered as a few of the springs have come loose. Could possib...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fruitwood

Set of Five Biedermeier Chairs, Cherry Wood, Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Set of five original Biedermeier shovel chairs from Thuringia, Germany around 1830. Cherry wood book-matched veneered on the shovel and apron. Cherry solid wood frame and legs. Top ...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry, Softwood

Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Fruitwood Side Chairs
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of beautifully honey colored fruitwood Biedermeier side chairs, with gently curved rectangular backs, the top and side inlaid with banding, the splat carved with a stylized flower head, on sabre legs. Newly upholstered in black Prussian horse hair fabric...
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fruitwood

Writing walnut armchair moved on the front with two lions carved in gilded wood
Located in Milano, IT
COD-Z70 Elegant walnut writing armchair moved on the front with two lions carved in gilded wood on the armrests. Upholstery is new and the fabric3500is inspired to relax beach seats ...
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1770s Italian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Original Sofa Canape Nr. 56 by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Austria 1930s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This beautifully preserved triple bench, crafted from steam-bent beech, originates from Austria and was manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna in the 1930s. It exudes the timeless ch...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Wood

Restored Biedermeier Armchair with Stool, Beech, Oak, Cherry, Austria, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Armchair dimensions: Height: 91 cm (35.8 in) Width: 55 cm (21.7 in) Depth: 63 cm (24.8 in) Seat height: 50 cm (19.7 in) Stool dimensions: Height: 52 cm (20.5 in) Width: 46 cm (18.1 ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Beech, Cherry, Lacquer

Gorgeous Pair Biedermeier Style Ebonized Birch Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful pair of Biedermeier style chairs made during the 1900-1920s era with ebonized accents. The chairs will show signs of wear and use such as chips, nicks, and Scuffs...
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Early 1900s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

19 century Gyogyoru Biedermeier Living Set
Located in Kerepes, HU
Ez egy gyógyáru nappali garnitúra , forma es stílus szempontból egyaránt. Szükséges viszont a restauralas munkák, a fa es a karpit részek. De ez után egy igazan impozáns es elegáns ...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Other

Pair of Birch Antique Biedermeier Style Side chairs with Ebonized Accents
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fine pair of Biedermeier style chairs made during the 1900-1920s era in most likely Germany. The chairs are in good condition and will show losses and signs of age and use ...
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Early 1900s European Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

"Elena" Italianate Biedermeier-Style Chair by Gianni Versace Home with Medusa
Located in Miami, FL
"Elena" Italianate Biedermeier-Style Chair by Gianni Versace Home with Medusa Offered for sale is a wonderful Italian Gianni Versace Home Biedermeier-style Italianate Medusa barrel ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Biedermeier Seating

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden and date from around the 1850-1870 period. They are of superb quality, ...
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1850s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Elegant Classic Pair of Biedermeier Side Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely classic pair of blonde ash Biedermeier side chairs having drop in seat cushions and pretty slightly splayed legs.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Ash

3 szek 19 century biedermeier
Located in Kerepes, HU
3 darab biedermeier van szó, csak egyben eladó. Kis méretük de annál látványosak. Alkalmasok egyaránt akar egy váróteremben vagy egy szalonban egy kis dohányzó asztal mellet.
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Other

19th Century Biedermeier gyogyoru sofa
Located in Kerepes, HU
Ez egy nagyon különleges forma Biedermeier stílusban , korabeli, sofa. Nagyon mutatás es ennyire kényelmes is. Díszítő es hasznos egyaránt bútor darab nappali, haló , előtér vagy ...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Other

Biedermeier Neoclassical Settee with Scroll Form Back & Saber Leg Supports
Located in New York, NY
This stunningly formed Biedermeier Settee with Scroll Form Back & Saber Supports in Beachwood with Neoclassical Detailing originates from France, Circa 1840. Features a beautifully r...
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1840s French Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Beech

Antique sofa from the mid-19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique sofa from around 1860, Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition. Dimensions: height 96 cm / seat height. 44 cm / width 217 cm / depth 75 cm
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1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

A pair of antique armchairs from around 1860, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique armchairs from the mid-19th century imported from Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition. Dimensions: height 92 cm / seat height. 46 cm / width 61 cm / de...
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1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR
Located in LONDON, GB
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak color French polish finish with rounded arms. They have fully webbed seats for maximum comfort and the gently curved front sabre legs are topped with unusual rounded arms with a lower orb embellishment . The seat backs are the classic napoleon hat shape with ornate back panels shape and show off the grain of the carver chairs really well. Very rare inlaid marquetry...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

Set of Six Biedermeier Board Chairs, Cherry Wood and Mesh, Vienna, circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful Set of six Biedermeier board chairs from Vienna, Austria, circa 1830. Wonderful bright cherry veneer (shovel) and solid wood (frame and legs). Book-matched cherry veneer ...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Natural Fiber, Cherry

Pair of original Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Explore our stunning pair of original Biedermeier chairs, originating from 1820s Southern Germany. Crafted with gorgeous walnut veneer, these chairs boast an exquisite back design ac...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Set Of Four 19th Century Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs, Sweden
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish Biedermeier dining chairs in birch wood from circa 1820-1840, set of four. Lathed front legs, nice warm patina, plentiful carved back and removable sits.
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1820s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

Set of Two Restored Biedermeier Armchairs, Oak, Spruce, Walnut, Austria, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Pair of Armchairs. Modernist Viennese model. Source: Vienna, Austria Period: 1830-1839 Material: Solid Oak, Spruce, Walnut It has been re-polished with polyut...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce

Biedermeier Chair, 1820-30, Walnut
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover a timeless piece of history with our classic Biedermeier chair from 1820s Southern Germany. Crafted with beautiful walnut veneer and showcasing an elegant ebonized back desi...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Golden Birch Honey Colour Inlay
Located in LONDON, GB
Delicious and rare set of 6 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1920 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully cu...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

Vintage Burl Trimmed Three Seat Sofa After Biedermeier
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this Vintage Burl-Trimmed Three-Seat Sofa inspired by Biedermeier elegance. Embodying classic American style, this sofa seamlessly blends sophisticatio...
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Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Biedermeier Bergère Chair, Austria circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Biedermeier bergère in cherry veneer with elegant, c-shaped curved armrests and a centrally rising backrest. The armchair stands on socketed square feet at the front and flared sabre...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Cherry

19th Century German Biedermeier Settees Made of Walnut
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of 19th century walnut settees with ebonized details from Germany. Upholstered in a creme colored fabric. Beautiful, polished wood and nice clean lines. Gorgeous! Note:...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Two Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry, Southern Germany, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
A near pair of Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry with burl veneer and ebonized thread inlays on the backrest. The chairs stand on square tapered legs, with the rear ones slightly c...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

A set of 6 Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Authentic Biedermeier Chairs Handcrafted 19th Century Masterpieces Explore our stunning set of 6 original Biedermeier chairs, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship from the early 19th...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Stunning Set of Six William Doezema Biedermeier Dining Chairs for Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set of 6 William Doezema Biebermeier Amboyna dining chairs for Mastercraft. This set retains it's original black leather in nice vintage condition but the foam looks to be c...
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1960s American Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Leather, Cane, Amboyna

Elegant Set of 8 Biedermeier Style Dining Chairs by Baker
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Superbly elegant set of 8 Biedermeier inspired dining chairs having stunning glossy mahogany frames with gilding on the overlapping circle decoration on the backs. Chic leopard patt...
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Early 2000s American Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Set 6 Bierdemier Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set six period Biedermeier dining chairs. These handsome chair feature hand carved detailing, mixed woods, gilding and newly upholstered seats.
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Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Wood

A set of four exquisite Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Step back in time with a captivating set of four Biedermeier chairs, originating from the distinguished craftsmanship of 1820 in southern Germany. Each chair in this exquisite collec...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birdseye Maple

Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1890
Located in Chorzów, PL
Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1890. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. Wood: mahogany dimensions : sofa height 113 cm seat height 45...
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1890s Norwegian Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Antik nagy biedermeier 2 személyes kanapé – jellemző csikós anyaggal, intarziás
Located in Kerepes, HU
Az elemről Bemutatjuk Önnek ezt a masszív 2 személyes kanapé , amely jellemző a biedermeier stílusra, lágyan ívelt ,kárpitozott üléssel és háttámlával. Ez a bútordarab jellegzetes...
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Biedermeier Armchair, South Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover a stunning Biedermeier armchair, exuding timeless elegance and originating from southern Germany around 1820. This exquisite armchair bo...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Cherry

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Accent Chair in Green Velvet Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Curved Back Vanity Accent Chair in Plush Green Velvet Chenille Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Curved Back Vanity Accent Chair, a timeless p...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Seating

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Chenille, Upholstery, Burl

Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Walnut Veneer, Spruce, Oak, Czech, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process. It has been reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia. P...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce

19th Century Biedermeier Set of Three Walnut Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine walnut Viennese Biedermeier chairs were made circa 1825-30. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and ex...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Original Biedermeier chairs, 19-20 centuries
Located in Kerepes, HU
The presented piece is in an age-appropriate condition. The upholstery is clean , the chair can be used immediately
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Recamiere. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional Viennese Biedermeier recamiere / daybed was made in circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated propor...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of William Switzer Biedermeier Style Club Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of William Switzer Biedermeier Style Club Chairs
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1990s Canadian Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair Baker Furniture Beidermeir Klismos Style Cherry & Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Baker Furniture Beidermeir Klismos Style Cherry Dining Chairs. A fantastic combination of the traditional Biedemeier and the Klismos styles chairs. This listing is for the pa...
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Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Cherry

Pair Baker Furniture Beidermeier Klismos Style Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Baker Furniture Beidermeier Klismos Style Cherry Dining Chairs. A fantastic combination of the traditional Biedemeir and the Klismos styles chairs. This listing is for the pa...
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Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Cherry

Vintage Pair Of Biedermeier Style Walnut Veneered Gold And Black Upholstered Be
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Elevate your interior with this stunning pair of Biedermeier-style bergères, a blend of vintage charm and timeless elegance. These chairs feature exquisite walnut veneers paired with...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Armchair with leather upholstery, dated 1828
Located in Greding, DE
Wingback armchair with leather upholstery, studded decoration and straight armrests ending in volutes. The decorative quality of this armchair lies in the special patina of the antiq...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Leather

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture: Restored Mid-Century Maple Dining Chair Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of mid-century elegance with our beautifully restored five-piece dining chair set designed by the iconic Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture. Each chair in this ex...
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1960s American Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Mohair, Upholstery, Foam, Polyester, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Biedermeier Style Set 4 Danish Chairs In Wood And Fabric
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. Set of 4 Danish wooden chairs...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Daybed. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional Viennese Biedermeier recamiere / daybed was made in circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, excellent craftsmanship and continue to have a great influence on modern design. This large, early Biedermeier daybed has a lovely cherry wood / veneer accentuated by a light amber tone and 200 years old patina. The upholstery beautifully emphasizes the warm amber shade of the cherry wood. This stunning Biedermeier...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Pair of Neoclassical Revival Lounge Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Antique Swedish club chairs. Crafted in the neoclassical revival, some would say “Biedermeier revival style” with a small intricate applique detail on the front of the arm. F...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Muslin, Mahogany

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 4 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s
Located in LONDON, GB
Delicious and unusual set of 4 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1900 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

Set of 6 Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
This elegant set of six Biedermeier chairs comes from Southern Germany and dates back to around 1820. The walnut chairs stand out for their exquisite back design, a combination of a shovel back design with a beautifully shaped fan decor...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Biedermeier Style Burlwood Chairs by Michael Taylor For Baker Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Biedermeier Style Burlwood Spoon-Back Slipper Chairs by Michael Taylor For Baker Furniture Co. - Set of 4 Very stunning and elegant dining room/game table chairs from Baker ...
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Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Burl

Early 19th Century Viennese Biedermeier Walnut Bergere
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant original Biedermeier Bergere chair from Vienna around 1825 in walnut veneer. Very classicist design and great workmanship, the chair is newly upholstered and covered with new...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Walnut, Pine

19th Century Biedermeier Armchair Solid Cherrywood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very beautiful Biedermeier armchair from the early 19th century. The armchair was made from solid cherry and polished by hand. The armchair is in very good, newly upholstered conditi...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Cherry

Biedermeier seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, Josef Danhauser, Mastercraft, and Thonet. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $355 and tops out at $48,000 while the average work can sell for $4,200.

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