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A Pair of Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Armchairs with Openwork Backs
A Pair of Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Armchairs with Openwork Backs

A Pair of Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Armchairs with Openwork Backs

By Biedermeier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An early 19th century antique pair of Biedermeier armchairs, crafted from finely veneered walnut and hand-polished to a warm, lustrous finish. The chairs feature wide arched backrest...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs

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Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Chair
Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Chair

Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Chair

By Biedermeier

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Armchair This exquisite antique Austrian Biedermeier style armchair is a beautifully crafted and hand-carved piece. It h...

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

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Biedermeier armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Biedermeier armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Biedermeier armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Biedermeier were created in the Victorian style in europe during the 19th century. Prices for Biedermeier armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,288 and can go as high as $2,526, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,407.
Questions About Biedermeier Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Biedermeier-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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Biedermeier furniture, familiarize yourself with its characteristics. Rather than a maker, Biedermeier refers to a period in history that began in 1815 with the close of the Napoleonic Wars and lasted through 1848, when revolutions broke out in many Central European countries. Furniture produced during this era usually features simple, symmetrical designs with rounded corners and edges; cherry, walnut and birch wood were among the most common materials. During the 20th century, several manufacturers introduced lines of Biedermeier furniture inspired by 19th-century originals. If you find a marking for a 20th-century maker on your furniture, it is most likely one of these later pieces. Because it may be difficult to determine if a furnishing is an original or an example of the revival style, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer help you with the identification process. Shop a collection of Biedermeier furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between the Biedermeier and Empire styles lies largely in the characteristics most commonly associated with them. Although these two furniture styles both emerged around 1815 and persisted into the 1840s, pieces associated with them have differing features. Developed in France, the Empire style emphasized ornamentation and grandeur, with furniture makers often drawing inspiration from ancient Roman forms. Dark woods were the most commonly used materials of the style. In Germany and other parts of Central Europe, artisans working in the Biedermeier style favored simplicity. They also tended to source woods locally and chose light finishes for their pieces. Explore a selection of Biedermeier and Empire furniture on 1stDibs.