Biedermeier Armchairs
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
Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Walnut, Spruce, Beech, Czech, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Biedermeier armchair originates from the first half of the 19th century in Bohemia, which was part of the Austrian Empire at the time.
It is made from a combination of s...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Spruce, Beech, Lacquer
1960´S, Walnut Arm Chair Bierdemeir Style with Bordeaux Leather Upholstery
Located in BILBAO, ES
Walnut arm chair bierdemeir style with in bordeaux leather upholstery.
Dimensions chair
Height: 86cm seat 33.85cm.
Width: 22.83 in. (58cm).
Depth: 19.29 in. (49cm).
PRADERA is a...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique Biedermeier armchair from around 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Biedermeier armchair around 1840, birch #
Solid birch body. Back and seat upholstery upholstered with elaborate laced spring floor and covered with fabric. Curved armrests. ...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of Two Restored Biedermeier Armchairs, Oak, Spruce, Walnut, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier Pair of Armchairs.
Modernist Viennese model.
Source: Vienna, Austria
Period: 1830-1839
Material: Solid Oak, Spruce, Walnut
It has been re-polished with polyut...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce
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 Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Armchair in Solid Cherrywood, Newly Upholstered
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant Biedermeier armchair dates to around 1830 and originates from southern Germany. The frame is made of solid cherrywood and has been carefully restored and hand-polished t...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry, Fabric
$2,670 Sale Price
22% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Armchair in Solid Cherrywood, Newly Upholstered
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant 19th century Biedermeier armchair, crafted in solid cherrywood around 1825. This authentic period piece showcases the refined lines and timeless simplicity characteristic of ...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry, Upholstery
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Armchair in Light Upholstery, 1890s
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Armchair in Light Upholstery, 1890s
Armrests are adorned with decorations in the shape of bird heads. The chair features straight legs, and the top...
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19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Armchair Solid Cherrywood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very beautiful Biedermeier armchair from the early 19th century. The armchair was made from solid cherry and polished by hand. The armchair is in very good, newly upholstered conditi...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry
$2,706 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Armchair Solid Cherry
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier armchair from south Germany, very good restorated condition. Solid cherrywood and completely new upholstered.
Measures: Seat height 45 cm.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry
$2,314 Sale Price
30% Off
Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Cherry Tree, Oak, Austria-Vienna, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered the item. New traditional upholstery was made with respect to the orig...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Oak
Biedermeier Armchair, Black and With Light Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Biedermeier armchair in black painted wood, with a natural beautiful patina.
Upholstered with linen.
Denmark 1820 - 1830.
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Armchair in Solid Walnut, Newly Upholstered
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier armchair from South Germany, circa 1820, made from solid walnut wood. This authentic piece reflects the refined simplicity and balanced proportions typical of the...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
$2,563 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Set of Four Walnut Armchairs
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The rare set consists of four solid walnut armchairs from the Biedermeier period. The armchairs are newly upholstered and very well restored. The seat height is relatively high, so y...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
$9,448 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Biedermeier Armchair, Walnut, Black Boucle, South Germany circa 1835
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier armchair in solid walnut from South Germany about 1830-40.
Solid walnut with beautifully grained armrests and slightly curved back and legs.
Newly upholstered a...
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1930s German Vintage Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Biedermeier Armchair, Scandinavia, circa 1900, After Renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier armchair, Western Europe, circa 1860.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation, the seat and backrest have been covered with a new velvet fa...
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Early 1900s German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Armchairs, Northern Europe, circa 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of antique armchairs from the late 19th century.
Furniture in very good condition, professionally renovated. The seats and backrests of the seats have been covered with new f...
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1890s Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
$1,899 / set
Pair of Biedermeier Style Wood and Black Upholstery Dining Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Swedish Biedermeier-style (19/20th Century) blond wood (birch) dining / armchairs with an open carved wreath medallion on the backs back and black upholstered seats. (PRICED ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Russian Satinwood Open Armchair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century Russian satinwood open armchair.
With a large arched open backrest with carved scroll design on either side along with a flower rosette. Huge impressive carved scroll ar...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Satinwood
Fully Restored Pair of Black Biedermeier Armchairs 19th Century
Located in Lucenec, SK
Pair of beautiful Biedermeier Armchairs / chairs, mid 19th century from Vienna, Austria. Walnut veneered on the backs and solid walnut legs. Chairs are restored and French polished. ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,629 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Pair of Swedish Neoclassic Cream Painted, Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Swedish Neo-Classic (18th Century) cream painted, parcel-gilt armchairs with carved scroll & foliate styling, sateen upholstered back, armrests and seats in a multi-tonal gre...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Set of 4 Swedish Biedermeier Gold Floral Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Swedish Biedermeier style (20th Cent) cherrywood arm chairs with filigree heart shaped back and gold floral upholstery
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Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry, Upholstery
$19,500 / set
Pair of Austrian Biedermeier Ebonized Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Continental Austrian (1st half 19th Century) ebonized open Armchairs with gilded palmettes and trim with upholstered seat and back
One chair has a large stain on the seat. ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Gilt Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Swedish Biedermeier birch open Armchairs with a green painted & parcel gilt double swan splat back and upholstered seat (19th Century)
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
$9,500 / set
Biedermeier Armchair, South Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover a stunning Biedermeier armchair, exuding timeless elegance and originating from southern Germany around 1820. This exquisite armchair bo...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Cherry
Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Walnut Veneer, Spruce, Oak, Czech, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process.
It has been reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia. P...
Category
Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce
Restored Biedermeier Cherry-Tree Round Table, Detailed Marquetry, France, 1850s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Biedermeier Cherry-Tree Round Table. Uniquely extensive and detailed marquetry. Original polish. Brass wheels.
Source: France
Period: 1850-1859
Material: Cherry tree,...
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1850s French Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Maple, Lacquer, Cherry, Satinwood
19th Century Unusua Restored Biedermeier Mahogany Armchair, Germany, 1840s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Newly upholstered Biedermeier armchair
Material: Mahogany.
Source: Germany
Period: 1840-1849.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
20th Century Biedermeier Style Armchair After Josef Danhauser
Located in Berlin, DE
Armchair after Josef Danhauser Vienna Biedermeier style.
Light palisander on Solid Beech Wood. Inlaid filament.
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Wood
$1,756 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Biedermeier Style Armchair After Josef Danhauser
Located in Berlin, DE
Armchair after Josef Danhauser Vienna Biedermeier style.
Light palisander on solid beech wood. Inlaid filament.
(B-Sam-6).
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20th Century Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Brown and Pink Bohemian Armchair Made Out of Walnut, 1820s, Biedermeier Style
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier armchair.
This armchair belonged to the heritage of the Dalmberg family from the Bohemian castle in Dacice.
Material: Walnut.
Completely restored.
New fabric.
Shella...
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair Of Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. White Ash Burl Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most elegant pair of Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. White Ash Burl and ebonized Fruitwood armchairs. Each armchair is raised by four gently curved square leg...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Ash, Fruitwood
Biedermeier armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier armchairs 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 armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Morelato, Biedermeier, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, and Lajos Kozma. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $680 and tops out at $35,000 while the average work can sell for $4,500.
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