$5,323Sale Price|26% Off
H 35.04 in W 35.04 in D 18.12 in
Biedermeier Half Cabinet, Cherrywood, Neoclassical Design, Circa 1820
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This Biedermeier half cabinet dates from around 1820 and is made of solid cherrywood. The piece
Spruce, Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Discover the timeless elegance of this impressive Biedermeier half-cabinet, crafted from stunning
Walnut, Spruce
$4,743Sale Price|32% Off
H 35.04 in W 36.23 in D 20.48 in
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Charming Biedermeier half cabinet from southern Germany, dating to around 1840 during the late
Spruce, Walnut
$4,694Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 37.01 in D 16.93 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This charming Biedermeier half cabinet is crafted from solid cherry wood and dates back to around
Cherry, Spruce
$6,606Sale Price|35% Off
H 50.01 in W 46.26 in D 24.02 in
Biedermeier Cabinet, Walnut Veneer, Ebonized Columns, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Rare, large (127 cm / 50" high) early Biedermeier Half-Cabinet, from South Germany circa 1820
Oak, Walnut, Softwood
$3,387Sale Price|27% Off
H 33.08 in W 34.26 in D 17.33 in
19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Discover the timeless charm of this exquisite Louis Philippe/Late Biedermeier half cabinet, crafted
Walnut, Spruce
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant Biedermeier half cabinet was crafted in South Germany around 1830. The piece is
Walnut, Spruce, Oak
$3,811Sale Price|25% Off
H 34.06 in W 28.75 in D 15.36 in
Early Biedermeier Cherry Half Cabinet, One-Door, Restored, 1815
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This early Biedermeier half cabinet dates from around 1815 and is made of solid cherrywood. The
Cherry, Spruce
$3,628Sale Price|24% Off
H 32.49 in W 34.45 in D 17.92 in
Small Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet with Drawer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant small Biedermeier half cabinet from Southern Germany, circa 1830. The charming piece is
Walnut, Spruce
Biedermeier Pillar Cabinet, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
by solid columns with leaf capitals. The cabinet stands on square feet and ends with a slightly
Mahogany
$5,565Sale Price|22% Off
H 36.23 in W 37.8 in D 23.23 in
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Console Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This beautiful piece of furniture is a console half cabinet from the Biedermeier period. The semi
Walnut, Spruce
$4,259Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.02 in W 27.56 in D 18.12 in
Small Biedermeier-Style Walnut Half Cabinet, circa 1920
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A beautifully crafted Biedermeier-style half cabinet made around 1920, featuring exceptional walnut
Walnut, Spruce
$3,448
H 30.32 in W 25.2 in D 18.51 in
19th Century Half cabinet, Biedermeier, Rhineland, around 1815/20 cherrywood
Located in Münster, DE
Half cupboard Biedermeier, Rhineland around 1815/20, cherry veneered on softwood, concealed drawer
Cherry, Fruitwood
$7,800
H 35.04 in W 39.4 in D 18.9 in
19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Commode/ Trumeau/ Half Cabinet, AT circa 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Stunning 19th century nutwood commode or also so-called "trumeau" (=half cabinet) from the famous
Brass
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 1st Half of 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers and half columns at the corners. The front drawer
Walnut
Painted Biedermeier Commode, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Light blue painted Biedermeier commode with three drawers and gracefully curved legs. The newly
Softwood, Fir
$14,000 / item
H 37.5 in W 33.5 in D 16.5 in
Biedermeier Walnut Demilune Cabinet with Ebonized Details, Germany
Located in New York, NY
A finely crafted Biedermeier demilune half-cabinet from Germany, circa 1820. This elegant piece
Walnut
19th Century Mahogany Demi Lune Half Cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Demi Lune Half Cabinet, Germany 1815 Mahogany, Fine Demi Lune half cabinet with
Mahogany
Mahogany Bookcase, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-doored mahogany bookcase with a straight base and a slightly protruding top, decorated with a carved female head.
Mahogany
$2,286
H 35.83 in W 36.23 in D 19.3 in
Antique mahogany chest of drawers with drawers, Scandinavia, 2nd half of the 19t
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers Wood: mahogany Origin: Scandinavia, 2nd half of the 19th century Chest
Stone
$6,291
H 35.04 in W 32.29 in D 18.9 in
Empire Cabinet, Cherry Veneer, Full Columns with Gold, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Gorgeous, early Biedermeier / Empire Half Cabinet or Chest from Southern Germany around 1820
Iron, Gold Leaf
$3,109
H 38.98 in W 17.33 in D 12.41 in
19th-Century Half Cabinet with Brass Mounts and Caryatid Carvings
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Rare Original 19th-Century Half Cabinet with Brass Mounts and Caryatid Carvings, Shellac Hand
Maple
$7,017
H 35.83 in W 44.77 in D 23.43 in
Empire Chest of Drawers, Polished Walnut, Cherry, Brass, Austria circa 1815
Located in Regensburg, DE
Extraordinary, Empire / early Biedermeier Chest, Commode or Half-cabinet from Austria around 1815
Gold Plate, Brass
Unavailable
H 68.9 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Biedermeier Secretary Desk from the First Half XIX Century Veneered Flame Birch
By Biedermeier
Located in GDYNIA, 22
For sale I offer the secretary Biedermeier veneered flame birch from the first half of the 19th
Birch
Unavailable
H 80.71 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Biedermeier Mahogany Dressing Table from the First Half of XIX Century
By Biedermeier
Located in GDYNIA, 22
For sale we offer a mahogany Biedermeier dressing table from the first half of the 19th century in
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 165 in W 104 in D 46 in
Northern European Biedermeier-style secretary from the second half of the 1800s
Located in Barletta, IT
Beautiful Northern European secretary from the second half of the 1800s, Biedermeier style, made of
Mahogany
19th Century Walnut Biedermeier Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Small, fine Biedermeier half cabinet in walnut veneer. The veneer is continuous and partially
Walnut, Spruce
Sold
H 34.85 in W 30.91 in D 18.63 in
Biedermeier Half-Cabinet, Cherry Veneer, Full Columns, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier Half Cabinet, Cherry Veneer, Full Columns, South Germany circa 1820 Early 19th
Cherry, Oak, Softwood
Sold
H 32.68 in W 26.97 in D 17.33 in
Biedermeier Half-Cabinet, Walnut Veneer, Brass, Southwest Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Neoclassical Biedermeier Half-cabinet or Chest, Walnut Veneer, Brass, Southwest Germany circa 1820
Brass
Sold
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 16.15 in
Neoclassical Biedermeier Half Cabinet, Cherry Veneer, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Rare neoclassical Biedermeier half cabinet / chest from South Germany, circa 1820. Cherry veneer
Hardwood, Cherry, Softwood, Burl
Sold
H 34.85 in W 21.66 in D 12.21 in
Biedermeier Half-Cabinet, Cherry Veneer, Ebony, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier Small furniture or Half-Cabinet in Cherry Veneer with Ebony Inlay from South Germany
Brass, Iron
Biedermeier Sideboard or Half Cabinet
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
This beautifully arranged half cabinet/sideboard fits effortlessly into any classic or contemporary
Walnut
Sold
H 69.89 in W 46.46 in D 18.9 in
Biedermeier Cabinet, Danube Monarchy, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Single-doored Biedermeier cabinet on scroll feet with slanted corners and filling on the door. Very
Ash
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Console Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The furniture is a console half cabinet from the Biedermeier period. The half cabinet is walnut
Walnut, Spruce
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful small Biedermeier pillar half cabinet with one drawer a two doors. A wonderful walnut
Walnut, Spruce
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Pillar Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful practical cabinet from the Biedermeier period in walnut veneer, with a very beautiful
Spruce, Walnut
Biedermeier Nut Wood Commode or Half Cabinet, Austria, circa 1825
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautifully arranged Biedermeier commode or half cabinet manufactured in the early 19th century
Brass
Biedermeier Armoire in Walnut, First Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door wardrobe with profiled cornice and ebonised columns. The corners of the wardrobe are cranked and rest on socketed square feet. Very beautiful walnut veneer on the front. The...
Walnut
Biedermeier Bookcase First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-doored bookcase with a streamlined body and wavy-cut base with two drawers. The doors are glazed and decorated with lyra-shaped ornaments in the lower third.
Mahogany
Sold
H 34.65 in W 25.2 in D 18.12 in
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers / Half-Cabinet in Walnut, 1830
Located in Berlin, DE
half-cabinet not only a beautiful piece of furniture but also a useful storage solution. Characterized
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 83.86 in W 40.95 in D 34.06 in
Biedermeier Corner Display Case, Northern Europe, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A Biedermeier corner display case with a curved front, a two-door lower section with flanking
Wood, Birch
Biedermeier Secretaire From the 2nd Half of the 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Biedermeier Secretaire From the 2nd Half of the 19th Century Imagine a piece of furniture that
Mahogany
A Biedermeier Inlaid Commode First Half 19th C.
Located in Dallas, TX
a biedermeier inlaid commode first half 19th century the recessed top over three inlaid long
Wood
Sold
H 75.2 in W 61.42 in D 23.23 in
Biedermeier Showcase, Walnut Veneer, Half-Columns, South Germany, circa 1820s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Large, impressive original Biedermeier showcase armoire / display cabinet from South Germany, about
Brass, Iron
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers standing on square legs, veneered in birch, with
Birch
Sold
H 33.47 in W 33.47 in D 18.12 in
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut, Germany, First Half of 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Biedermeier chest of drawers from first half of the 19th century. This piece of furniture comes
Walnut
Sold
H 33.47 in W 39.77 in D 21.26 in
Small Biedermeier Commode, Cherry Veneer, Half-Columns, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Rare small neoclassical early Biedermeier Commode or Chest of Drawers from South Germany around
Gold
Sold
H 34.65 in W 44.49 in L 34.65 in
French Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Cherrywood, First Half of 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This is an original commode in Biedermeier style from first half of 19th century. The piece of
Cherry
Sold
H 37.01 in W 42.13 in D 20.67 in
Yellow Hand-Painted Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A chest of drawers painted in black and yellow, with a meander band decoration and three drawers. The chest of drawers stands on square pointed feet and has an antique patina.
Softwood
Sold
H 34.45 in W 34.45 in D 17.33 in
Biedermeier Cabinet, Walnut Veneer, Ebonized Columns, South Germany circa 1825
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful, neoclassical Biedermeier Chest or Half-Cabinet in walnut from South Germany around 1825
Iron
Sold
H 44.49 in W 45.28 in D 22.05 in
Antique secretary from the second half of the 19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique secretary from the second half of the 19th century, Northern Europe. Very good condition
Mahogany
Hand-painted Provincial Chest of Drawers, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large chest of drawers with three drawers on low square legs. The dark gray setting with heart-shaped decorations in cream white is new and has been given an antique patina.
Wood
Sold
H 35.04 in W 24.02 in D 15.75 in
Antique chest of drawers from the second half of the 19th century, Northern Euro
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from around 1870, Northern Europe. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 89 cm / width 61 cm / depth 40 cm
Stone
Biedermeier Small Cabinet, Walnut, South Germany circa 1825
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier nightstand or small half cabinet from south Germany around 1825. Walnut veneered and
Brass
Biedermeier Nightstand, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1825
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier nightstand or small half cabinet from South Germany around 1825. Cherry veneered and
Brass
Sold
H 37.41 in W 29.53 in D 16.34 in
Biedermeier Half-cabinet, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautif, unadorned neoclassical Biedermeier Half-cabinet, Pillar Cabinet or small furniture in
Cherry, Softwood
Sold
H 35.04 in W 33.47 in D 21.26 in
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Half Cabinet Chests in Brown Walnut, 1820
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet was made circa 1820 in South Germany. The chest is made
Oak, Pine, Walnut
Biedermeier Half Cabinet Nut Wood, Austria, circa 1825
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
This beautifully arranged half cabinet/sideboard fits effortlessly into any classic or contemporary
Nutwood
Biedermeier Half-Cabinet, Walnut Veneer, Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very rare Biedermeier Cabinet / Chest / Credenza in wonderful book-matched and continuous walnut
Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice Biedermeier half cabinet with one drawer an two doors. A wonderful walnut veneer picture
Walnut, Pine
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice Biedermeier half cabinet with one drawer an two-doors from the time, circa 1830. A
Walnut, Pine
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet from the time of the Biedermeier, circa 1830. The furniture is
Spruce, Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet from the time of the Biedermeier, around 1825. The furniture is
Spruce, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet from the time of the late Biedermeier around 1830. The furniture
Spruce, Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet or Sideboard
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice Biedermeier half cabinet or sideboard with two drawer an two-doors from the time, circa
Oak, Walnut, Pine
Sold
H 34.45 in W 34.06 in D 17.52 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet with Ebonized Columns
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice early Biedermeier half cabinet with one-drawer an two-doors flanked by ebonized columns
Spruce, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet or Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet from the time of the Biedermeier around 1825. The furniture is
Walnut, Spruce
Sold
H 34.45 in W 34.06 in D 17.52 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet with Solid Columns
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice early Biedermeier half cabinet with one-drawer an two-doors flanked by ebonized columns
Spruce, Walnut
19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice Louis Philippe / late Biedermeier half cabinet with one drawer and two-doors from the
Walnut, Spruce
Sold
H 36.62 in W 36.62 in D 20.87 in
Early 19th Century German Half Cabinet Chests in Brown Walnut Biedermeier, 1820
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful Biedermeier half cabinet was made circa 1820 in South Germany. The chest is made
Oak, Pine, Walnut
Biedermeier Commode Walnut, Austria, circa 1820
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Commode from circa 1820. This early Austrian Biedermeier half cabinet inspires due a very unique design
Brass
Sold
H 38 in W 40.5 in D 15.5 in
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet, Southern Germany, c. 1820
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century biedermeier walnut half cabinet, Southern Germany, c. 1820 Absolutely beautiful
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This charming half cabinet dates back to the late Biedermeier period around 1830 and showcases
Walnut, Spruce
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H 31.89 in W 28.35 in D 16.15 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful practical small cabinet from the Biedermeier period in cherry veneer / solid. Top with a
Spruce, Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet or Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier half cupboard from the Biedermeier period around 1830. The furniture is
Walnut, Spruce
Sold
H 30.52 in W 39.77 in D 22.05 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Half Cabinet or Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The half-cabinet from the early Biedermeier period circa 1810 was built from a spruce wood body
Spruce, Cherry
19th Century Late Biedermeier or Louis Philippe Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice half cabinet with two-drawer, two doors and with marble top. The cabinet is made of
Pine, Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Chest of drawers with brass fittings, a rectangular corpus and slightly tapered feet. Very beautiful wooden grain.
Walnut
Sold
H 32.29 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Cherry Wood, Germany, First Half of 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Biedermeier chest of drawers from first half of the 19th century. This piece of furniture comes
Cherry
Sold
H 39.77 in W 43.71 in D 18.51 in
French Chest of Drawers, Cherry Tree, Second Half of the 19th Century
Located in Muenster, NRW
Chest of drawers Cherry tree Late Biedermeier, second half of the 19th century Two pushes, two
Cherry
Art Deco Discometal Vase by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Discometal Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. An eye-catching piece for a beautiful table. • Diskometal metal vase with curvy opening • Designer: Just Andersen • Style: D...
Metal
Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture. This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low...
Metal
Tete a tete by Hugo Franca
By Hugo França
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tete a tete by Hugo Franca made of naturally fallen Brazilian hardwood trees. The design is made of opposing seats on two semi circular bases, Brazil, circa 1990.
Hardwood
$125
H 1.25 in W 1.75 in D 1.5 in
Petite English Victorian Period 19th Century Carved Wooden Bird Sculpted Group
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite antique English Victorian period small carved wooden sculpted group from the 19th century depicting two small birds nesting with each other and accented with orange paint. C...
Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marquise Bergere
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XVI marquise bergère, better known as a chair and a half, from the 19th century. This example offers timeless sophistication, the lines and ornamentation are spare all...
Fabric, Wood, Down
Alabaster and Brass Globes Pendant
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
New design by Glustin Luminaires, these very elegant and simple pendant made of patinated brass stem holding an alabaster globe.
Alabaster, Brass
Dong Son Culture Ritual Bronze Drum, 4th-3rd Century BC, Vietnam
Located in Austin, TX
A well cast and intricately decorated bronze drum from the Dong Son culture, circa 4th - 3rd century BC, Red River Delta, Vietnam. The face of the drum features a central 8 pointed...
Bronze
Ceiling LUpipe
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sharp Ceiling LUpipe fixture inspired by classical mid century Italian design, made by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made in solid aged brass. Wired with 1-E26 medium based socket and can als...
Brass
$1,814 / item
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 9.06 in
Murano Art Glass and Brass Pink Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
This charming wall lamp is entirely handmade in Murano. Each single leaf is handcrafted in high quality Murano blown glass; that's why each leaf is slightly different from the other....
Brass
Antique British Colonial Caned and Carved Planters Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive British Colonial plantation chair crafted in mahogany in a graceful form with dramatic carved ocean and floral motifs on the back and rolled arms, having caned seat and ba...
Cane, Mahogany
$58,950Sale Price|21% Off
H 68.5 in W 55.5 in D 12 in
Fine Palatial Italian 19th Century Florentine Giltwood Carved Mirror Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A palatial and museum quality Italian 19th century Florentine Rococo giltwood carved mirror frame. The ornately carved frame with scrolls and acanthus, all gilt is original, circa Fl...
Wood
Antique Swedish Folk Art Solid Pine Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique folk art cabinet from Sweden made during the first years of the 19th century, around 1810. The cabinet is made by hand in solid pine. The cabinet has a rustic surface with ba...
Pine
$1,208 / item
H 4.5 in Dm 4.5 in
Small Steel Blue Happy Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass, Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Small amber happy pendant light, hand blown glass by Siemon & Salazar, canopy included Glass measures 4.5”T x 4.5”W These works play with the reflective and malleable qualities of g...
Nickel
Biedermeier Side Table
Located in Vienna, AT
Manufactured middle of the 19th century. Walnut, veneered. The middle leg rest on a triple-recessed base plate with a ovel top and drawer.
Walnut, Softwood
$2,900
H 37 in W 28.5 in D 44 in
Dutch Colonial Indonesian Cane and Wood Plantation Chair with Extending Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Dutch Colonial Indonesian cane and wood plantation chair from the 20th century with extending arms and turned baluster legs. This antique Dutch Colonial Indonesian plantat...
Cane, Wood
Early Gustavian Bench with beautiful carved decoration all around.
Located in Washington, DC
A very early Gustavian Bench, scraped to its original color, with beautiful carved decoration all around. The bench lift up to underneath storage: 20 inches deep x 64 inches wide x ...
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
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.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.