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Biedermeier Benches

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 Fine Biedermeier Walnut Bench. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This outstanding Biedermeier bench, crafted in Vienna around 1825, is a remarkable example of early 19th-century design—timeless, refined, and full of quiet character. Made from sol...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Wicker, Walnut

Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch
Located in Kastrup, DK
Decorative and architectural Biedermeier sofa in birch, Copenhagen Denmark , 1820-1830. Upholstered with black fabric.
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Birch, Fabric

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Bench. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This magnificent Biedermeier bench, crafted in Vienna around 1825, is a rare and masterful example of early 19th-century design at its finest. Made of solid cherrywood—a material hig...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Upholstery, Cherry

Petite Austrian Biedermeier Maple Bench with Out-Scrolled Arms from the 1840s
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier petite maple wood upholstered window seat without-scrolled arms and cross stretcher from the mid-19th century. Born during the Biedermeier period that animate...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Maple

Biedermeier Bench in Walnut, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Delicate Biedermeier bench featuring a minimalist solid walnut frame. The high, gently curved backrest flows gracefully into the raised armrests, creating an elegant and cohesive for...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Fabric, Walnut

Outdoor Concrete Scroll Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor concrete 3 section bench with scroll design on the pedestal bases. Several deep surface cracks near the center of the bench
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20th Century European Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Concrete

19th Century Biedermeier Large Cherry Farmhouse Seat Bench
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Extremely rare seat bench from the time of the late Biedermeier. Made of solid cherrywood. The bench is unbelievable 243 cm wide! In very good restored...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Cherry

Swedish Circa 1900 Pair of Carved Birch Benches
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Delightful pair of Swedish late 19th century/early 20th century carved birch benches with upholstered seats. The style would best be described as Biedermeier, hence the beautiful blo...
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20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Benches

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Textile, Birch

Outdoor Painted Wooden Garden Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor painted wood backless garden bench with carved scroll side base
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20th Century European Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Biedermeier Regency Carved Walnut Curule X-Bench Stool - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Biedermeier Regency Carved Walnut Curule X-Bench Stools - a Pair. Stools feature beautiful hand carved details, turn carved stretcher base, and remarkable authentic p...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Wood

Swedish Biedermeier Style Black and Gold Star Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Swedish Biedermeier style (20th Century) black lacquered bench with side arms and black upholstered seat with gold star design. Condition consistent with the age of piece
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20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Biedermeier Piano Bench
Located in New York, NY
Lovely antique piano bench with internal compartment for music sheet storage. The perfect accompaniment to a beautiful piano, this piece is suitabl...
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1840s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Birch

Contemporary Green Metal Outdoor Benches
Located in Queens, NY
2 Contemporary green painted metal train platform / park outdoor benches with slat backs and seats (PRICED EACH)
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20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Benches

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Metal

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...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Benches

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Cherry

Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Veneer, Horsehair, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful straightened neoclassical Biedermeier Sofa or Bench from South Germany about 1830. Cherry veneered and solid. Solid „Stollen“ feet. Ebonized round bars on the armrests. Bla...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Cherry, Softwood

Antique French Biedermeier Scissors Stool, Bench or Small Ottoman
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Biedermeier Scissors bench, stool or ottoman, solid mahogany, with a beautiful cross pattern on each side. Will add additional seating options as well as classic Frenc...
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Early 1900s French Antique Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of South German Biedermeier Walnut Benches
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of South German Biedermeier (1820s) walnut benches with splayed form legs and upholstered seat with spool design side arms (PRICED AS Pair).
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Benches

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Walnut, Fabric

19th Century German Walnut Biedermeier Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century German Walnut Biedermeier Bench is a stunning antique piece of furniture that exudes elegance and charm. Crafted from walnut wood in the Biedermeier style, this benc...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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Biedermeier benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier benches for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,895 and tops out at $28,500 while the average work can sell for $3,825.