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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Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A set of Bohemian crystal bottle and six glasses in the Biedermeir style. This Biedermeier-inspired set exudes a timeless elegance that complements both traditional and contemporar...
Crystal
Antique Altwasser Chocolate Jug in Porcelain with a Lion on the Handle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique Altwasser chocolate jug in porcelain modelled with a lion on the handle. Hand-painted flowers and gold decoration. Late 19th century. Measures: 24 x 16.5 cm. In good orig...
Porcelain
21st Century Blown Glass "Dafne Bottle with 2 Glasses"
By Andrea Barra, [1+2=8]
Located in Milano, IT
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Grainger Worcester Floral Decorated Blush Ivory Porcelain Jug, 1894
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Unusual Grainger & Co Royal Worcester porcelain blush ivory jug decorated with floral designs and dated 1894. The jug stands on a rounded pedestal foot with wide rounded body with compressed down narrow neck and ornately molded slanting pouring spout and a scroll handle with floral terminals. The body of the jug is applied with fine metallic gilded stems with flowers on a blush ivory ground with gilded elements to the handle and around the rims. With printed Grainger Worcester...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Lemon Pitcher
Located in Charleston, SC
A vibrant hand-painted ceramic pitcher marked Made in Italy, crafted in the form of clustered lemons with leafy green accents and a sculptural branch handle. The body is richly detai...
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Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Lilac Sprig Decorated Jug
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine antique English Staffordshire porcelain jug decorated with lilac sprigged floral designs and dating from around 1830. The jug is finely made in white porcelain and is of ...
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Baccarat Crystal Water Pitcher, Assas Pattern, Early 20th Century
By Baccarat
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An elegant handcrafted water pitcher (or carafe) from the renowned house of Baccarat crystal. Part of the Assas pattern series, this slender water ju...
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$2,942
H 21.86 in W 13.59 in D 9.45 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Pink White Porcelain Pitcher Capodimonte Italy 1950s
By Capodimonte
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage pitcher from porcelain in white and pink pastel color tones by the famed Italian porcelain manufacture Capodimonte 1950s Italy. The amazing porcelain pitc...
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Biedermeier Style Bohemian Hand-Cut And Ground Crystal Liquor Bottle.
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Bottle from ...
Crystal
Biedermeier Style Bohemian Cut And Ground Crystal Liquor Bottle
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Hand...
Crystal
Martial Redon French Limoges Porcelain Floral Gilded Handled Ewer
By Martial Redon
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning French Limoge porcelain handled ewer hand painted with birds and flowering shrubs by Martial Redon and dating from around 1885. The...
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20th Century Biot Style Large Blue Bubble Glass Carafe with Stopper
By Biot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This stunning vintage handblown carafe embodies timeless French craftsmanship, inspired by the style of Biot glassworks. Crafted from vibrant blue bubbled glass, the piece showcases ...
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$138Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 5.52 in
Contemporary Hand Decorated Porcelain 2 Pint Jug Pitcher, Made in Italy
Located in Roma, RM
“I have been creating artworks and installations for a long time. Then over the past several years, pottery has absorbed most of my expressive energy. I follow an empirical, yet intu...
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$1,441 / set
H 4.73 in W 4.53 in D 3.35 in
Set of 2 pcs. German Meissen Porcelain Cream and Milk Pitchers / Jugs
Located in Vilnius, LT
Set of 2 pcs. of German Meissen porcelain cream and milk pitchers / jugs. Porcelain is white, glazes and hand painted with rich gold decor. The logo marked on the bottoms. Dimensions...
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Antique Altwasser Chocolate Jug in Porcelain with a Lion on the Handle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique Altwasser chocolate jug in porcelain modelled with a lion on the handle. Hand-painted flowers and gold decoration. Late 19th century. Measures: 24.5 x 16.5 cm. In good ...
Porcelain
Antique German Blue Fluted Mocha Jug in Porcelain, 19th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique German blue fluted mocha jug in porcelain. Stamped, 19 century. Measures: 15 cm. In perfect condition.