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
19th Century Biedermeier Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Monumental antique basket chandelier Biedermeier style, circa 1890-1900
Finely chiseled bronze. Basket-shaped body made of hand-wired bead c...
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19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Classical Basket Chandelier in antique Biedermeier Style glazed
Located in Berlin, DE
Finely engraved bronze. Net grid with hand ground crystal stones.
Category
20th Century German Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with ebonized Columns, Germany around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with cambered front and three drawers. The two lower drawers are flanked by ebonized columns. The chest of drawers stands on square feet and is veneered ...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Biedermeier Walnut Bookcase, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door bookcase with half-glazed doors and beautiful molding with segments and diamond decoration. The interior of the bookcase is fitted with height-adjustable shelves. The cabine...
Category
1830s Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Center Table, Walnut Veneer, Maple Inlays, Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Neoclassical round Biedermeier Center Table from Berlin, Germany circa 1830.
Walnut veneer on softwood. Beautiful rich inlay works in Maple, Ebony and Cherry wood. Partly painted wit...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Walnut, Softwood
Small Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, around 1820, South Germany
Located in Greding, DE
Small walnut veneered Biedermeier chest of drawers with five drawers. The chest of drawers rests on square tapered feet and has been professionally restored and polished by hand. The...
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1820s Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Cabinet,
Austria, 1830
Birchwood,
Biedermeier two door cabinet standing on four block feet with harmonious birch wood grain.
An example of piece of furnitur...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Set of Four Biedermeier Shovel Chairs, Walnut, Ink, Austria circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Classic, elegant set of four antique Biedermeier shovel chairs in walnut from Austria around 1830.
Walnut book-matched veneered and solid walnut. Original spirals painted with ink on...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Original Wooden Viennese Biedermeier Style Chandelier, Austrian Mastercraft
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Wooden Biedermeier chandelier from 1920, eight candles restored.
Carved wood wiht layers of lacquer in green and Gold
All components according to the UL regulations
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Gold
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South Germany around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers on S-shaped legs with ebonized columns, bases and brass capitals. The surrounding profiled edge is also ebonized. The chest of drawers offers plenty of s...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of six Biedermeier Chairs, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Set of six Biedermeier side chairs made of mahogany with elegantly curved sabre legs, straight frames and upholstered seats. The lower half of the backrest is fitted with ebonized C-...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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 Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Biedermeier Table, 1830, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This original Biedermeier table dates back to around 1830. It comes from Southern Germany. The table stands on a hexagonal column which rest on a trefoi...
Category
1830s Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Fall Top Desk, South German, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Classic Biedermeier fall top desk, South German, 1820, walnut veneer on the outside and mahogany veneer on the inside. It has a beautiful veneer grain. T...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Austrian Biedermeier Wooden Compote with Classical Column Stand, circa 1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Austrian Biedermeier compote from the mid-19th century features a circular wooden bowl over an exquisite stand made of three elegant columns with ebonized wood capitals and base...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers,
Walnut,
Germany, 1820
Elegant Chest of drawers with ebonized top from Biedermeier period.
Piece of furniture standing on conical ebonized...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Classic upholstered Biedermeier chair. The chair dates from the Biedermeier period, circa 1815 and is newly upholstered in the traditional style with straps and springs. The chair is...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
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...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Glass
19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Walnut Bergeres. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional pair of Viennese upholstered Biedermeier bergeres from c. 1825 are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent cra...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This fine Viennese Biedermeier tilt-top pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their soph...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut Veneer, France, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Biedermeier chest of drawers was made in 19th Century, originating from France. Crafted with precision and attention to details, construction made of solid oak adorned with beau...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Oak
Cherrywood Vitrine, Germany, 19th Century, Biedermeier Era
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This beautiful vitrine comes from Germany and was made in 19th century, the Biedermeier period, showcasing a craftsmanship that stands the test of time. The construction is made of s...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Set of 2 Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Germany, 19th Century, Walnut Veneer
Located in Wrocław, Poland
These 2 Biedermeier chests of drawers were made in 19th century. They come from Germany. Veneered with beautiful walnut veneer. Each chest features three spacious drawers lockable w...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Side Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional, early Biedermeier side table was made in Vienna circa 1820-25.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined de...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Writing Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional, early Biedermeier writing table was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined de...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Pedestal Table. Austria, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant Biedermeier birch pedestal table is the best example of high quality Austrian piece from circa 1830.
Austrian Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Table. Vienna, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant Biedermeier cherry table was made in Vienna circa 1830.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set (Early 20th Century)
Located in Lisbon, PT
Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set (Early 20th Century)
2,340
A set of Bohemian crystal bottle and glasses in the Biedermeir style. This Biedermeier-inspired s...
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20th Century Czech Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Traveller's casket, German, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Rectangular walnut chest with brass fittings on the corners and a handle on the lid. The interior is divided into smaller compartments and flaps, which can be attached using small ho...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Golden Ash & Ebony Biedermeier Writing Desk Secretary Chest Sweden 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A very elegant antique Biedermeier Golden Ash & Ebony Biedermeier secretary chest, Sweden, circa 1820.
The secretary chest is made of the finest golden ash and ebonized accents, the...
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1820s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Ash, Ebony, Burl
19th Century Empire Drop-Front Oak Secretary Desk or Abattant, Chest France
Located in Miami, FL
Secretaire a abattant, France circa 1820, Biedermeier period. The outside with fall front and two drawers flanked by two ebonized columns shows a beautiful oak veneer design. The woo...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th-C. Biedermeier Style Burl And Ebony Bookcase / Shelf / Etagere
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome bookcase! It is an early 20th century Biedermeier style piece that is perfect for elevating those storage needs. It dates to the early part of the 20th century.
...
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Early 20th Century North American Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Burl
Biedermeier Armchair, Solid Beech, Black Boucle, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier armchair from southern Germany around 1830.
Elegant shape with slightly curved square-tapered legs and spiral armrests.
Solid beech wood. Restored and hand-polished with ...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This fine early Biedermeier cherry bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophistica...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Large Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant and very rare, large Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820-25.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguishe...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Writing Drawers Chiffonier Secrétaire Cabinet Swedish Ormolu Detail
Located in LONDON, GB
Swedish antique Biedermeier writing desk chiffonier secrétaire cabinet in highly quilted golden birch veneers and finished in the Classic light honey color French polish.
It has 2 m...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Amboyna Wood Austrian Biedermeier Sewing Table Circa:1830
Located in Alexandria, VA
This exceptional hand-crafted stand, while designed for sewing, is today more commonly used as an end table or bedside table or even as a side table, since it is finished on all side...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Amboyna
Antique chest of drawers, Northern Europe, around 1850. After renovation.
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 Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Center Table, Cherry Wood and Veneer, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Round Biedermeier Center Table from Austria around 1820. Cherry wood veneered and solid. Star-shaped veneer on the top.
Beautiful hexagonal vase base with ebonized parts. Restored co...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Softwood
Inlaid table, France, circa 1880. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique table from France, circa 1880.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 71 cm / diameter 50 cm
Category
1880s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Italian Amber Wood Rectangular Lidded Box
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer an Italian vintage box made from beautiful wood that showcases a rich, swirly amber wood grain. The lidded top opens to reveal a spacious interior, it i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
1820’s Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Exceptional walnut Biedermeier chest of drawers with ebonized wood feline legs and brass handles. Circa 1820s.
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique footstool, France, around 1880. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Footstool from the end of the 19th century, France.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seat is covered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height ...
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1880s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Style Biedermeier from Austria Wall Cupboard, Deep Mahogany CIRCA 1850
By Biedermeier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Mid 19TH Century Art Deco style Mahogany Biedermeier from Austria Wall Cupboard, CIRCA 1920'S. This wonderful piece has one lower level centre cupboard with two doors and one shelf ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional Biedermeier walnut table was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined de...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Console Table Mahogany c. 1825
Located in Münster, DE
Console, Biedermeier c. 1825, mahogany, rectangular body with large drawer on two fully sculpted columns, back panel with ebonized pilasters, concave cut-out base, restored condition...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Empire Drop-Front Oak Secretary Desk or Abattant, Chest France
Located in Miami, FL
Secretaire a abattant, France circa 1820, Biedermeier period. The outside with fall front and two drawers flanked by two ebonized columns shows a beautiful oak veneer design. The woo...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Cherrywood Vitrine, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This beautiful vitrine comes from Germany and was made in 19th century, the Biedermeier period, showcasing a craftsmanship that stands the test of time. The construction is made of ...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
An armchair from the end of the 19th century, France. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique armchair from around 1880, France.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seat and backrest are covered with new fabric.
Wood: oak
Dim...
Category
1880s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Sideboard, Chest of Drawers, Cherry, circa 1815
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier sideboard in cherry
Southern Germany - Bavaria
Cherry tree
Biedermeier around 1815
Dimensions: H x W x D: 92 x 79 x 51 cm
Description:
Strict, early and absolutely cub...
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Mahogany table - bench, Northern Europe, around 1900. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique table from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, Northern Europe.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 60 cm / leng...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Tall Chest of Drawers,
1825-1830, Northern Germany
Mahogany
,,The Biedermeier period was an era in Central ...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century German Biedermeier Sideboard, Chest, Walnut, circa 1825
Located in Greven, DE
19th Century small antique Biedermeier sideboard
Southern Germany
Walnut
Biedermeier around 1825
Dimensions: H x W x D: 87 x 88 x 51 cm
Description:
Piece of furniture standing on...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Hand Carved 19th Century Nutwood & Beveled Wall or Fireplace Mirror
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size and stunning antique wall mirror.
All handcrafted in the late 1800s this marvelous wall mirror would have graced the living space of a mansion of a very well to do fami...
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Nutwood
Biedermeier Walnut Vitrine, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This beautiful vitrine comes from Germany and was made in 19th century (the Biedermeier period). The construction is made of coniferous wood, veneered with beautiful and rich walnut ...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Pine
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 Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
William Switzer Biedermeier French Art Deco Inspired Barrel Back Desk Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
William Switzer Austrian Biedermeier style yoke back Arm Chair. Made from mahogany with beautiful barrel back and leather upholstered seat. Features square tapered saber legs. Wil...
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Late 20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Golden Birch square 2+1
Located in LONDON, GB
3 Swedish Biedermeier Empire antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak color French polish finish with rounded arms and th...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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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