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Biedermeier Chairs

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
Pair of Biedermeier Chairs
Located in Halle, DE
Pair of rural Biedermeier chairs, Germany ca. mid 19 century. The chairs are definitely in need of restoration, but still charming. The chairs appear quite small, but they are no kid...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four Austrian Biedermeier Chairs, Ash Veneer, Grey Velvet, Circa 1890
Located in Regensburg, DE
Set of four beautiful Biedermeier Style 'Balloon Chairs' from Vienna, Austria circa 1890, late 19th century. Newly upholstered in traditional method with gray velvet fabric and doubl...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Velvet, Mahogany, Oak, Ash, Rosewood

19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A chair from the time of the Biedermeier, circa 1830. The chair is made of solid cherrywood. The chair is newly upholstered. In very good restored condition.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs with Inlays, Cherry, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Set of six Biedermeier chairs with vine leaf inlays Germany Cherry Biedermeier circa 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 89 x 46 x 47 cm, seat height: 48 cm Description: Solid cherry cha...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Mahogany German Biedermeier Tub Back Bergére
Located in Charleston, SC
Dramatic German mahogany Biedermeier chair has a robust curved back with seven mahogany turned buttons on the crest rail. The crest rail curves round to sweeping concave arms continu...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of 6 Biedermeier Dining Chairs, South Germany, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of 6 Biedermeier dining chairs has a pretty walnut veneer. The chairs stand out for their gorgeous backrest decor. They com...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Introducing a captivating pair of Biedermeier Chairs originating from South Germany in 1820. Crafted from beautiful cherry wood, these chairs exude timeless elegance. Adorned with a ...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Set of 4 Biedermeier Dining Chairs, South German 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This beautiful set of 4 original Biedermeier chairs does not only have a gorgeous walnut veneer, the chairs are also very comfortable. The backs have an elegant fleur-de-lis design. ...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Biedermeier Chairs in Cherrywood, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of elegant Biedermeier chairs crafted from cherrywood, featuring rectangular backrests. The chairs have been professionally restored, newly upholstered, and covered in a white...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Set of Four Biedermeier Chairs, Germany, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of four Biedermeier Chairs is a very pretty example of the elegance of Biedermeier chair design. The walnut veneered chairs have a a classic back decor with ebonized details. The come fully refinished with a newly added...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Biedermeier Shovel Chairs with Ink Painting, Walnut, South German, 1830s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Exceptional Pair of rare, neoclassical Biedermeier Shovel Chairs from South Germany around 1830. Walnut veneered and solid wood. Maple veneer inlay in the backrest with big original Ink painting...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Velvet, Ebony, Maple, Walnut, Paint

Biedermeier Style Armchair by Villa Garnelo International of Spain
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1970s American Vintage Biedermeier Chairs

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Cotton, Wood

Biedermeier Shovel Chair, Walnut Veneer, Black Leather, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant single Biedermeier shovel chair in walnut from Austria around 1820.Walnut veneered and solid walnut. Strongly curved back board.Tapered square legs, straight at the front, cu...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs, South Germany 1820-30, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This exquisite set of 4 original Biedermeier chairs is a rare find. The so called original Biedermeier Ochsenkopf-Stuehle (ox-head chairs) get their name from their beautifully designed back. They date back to around 1820 and come from Southern Germany. The chairs are embellished with a gorgeous walnut veneer. They come refinished with a shellack finish and have a new upholstery and elegant black fabric. The chairs can be matched with a set of 6 identical Biedermeier chairs which are offered separately. This would be the perfect set of a total of 10 original Biedermeier dining chairs for a larger dining room setting...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Set of 4 impressive Biedermeier chairs made of cherry wood and ebonized around 1
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 4 impressive Biedermeier chairs made of cherry wood and ebonized around 1840 Solid wood with cherry wood veneer. Ebonized runged backrest in the middle. Classic seat upholste...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Cherry

Antike Schaufelstühle  Biedermeier um 1820  Wallnussholz  4 Stück
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ Original Biedermeier shovel chairs ✓ Impressive veneer picture ✓ Timeless and beautiful Dimensions: W: 48cm H: 90cm D: 44cm Seat height: 47cm Article: Antique chairs shovel chai...
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Early 18th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Nutwood, Walnut

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Birch

Four Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This original set of four Biedermeier chairs stands out for its beautiful walnut veneer. The backrest has beautiful open work decoration. The c...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Four Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, Walnut
Four Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, Walnut
$11,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Biedermeier Walnut Wood and Velvet Austrian Desk Chair, 1820
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant single chair, of the early Austrian Biedermeier period. All veneered in walnut wood, with inlays in lighter woods. As you can see from the photos, the back legs and the back...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut, Velvet

Austrian Biedermeier 6 Walnut Chairs Set
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Austrian Biedermeier set of 6 dining chairs. Solid walnut wood, handcrafted. All original condition, with shellack polish. Reupholstered in Biedermeier style striped fabric. Rare to ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Restored Biedermeier Chair, Cherry Tree, Rattan, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This beautiful chair in Biedermeier style originates from Austria and dates back to the early 19th century. It is made from cherry wood and features the original intact cane weaving....
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Rattan, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Early 1900s Antique Quilted Mahogany Wreath A
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of beautiful carver chairs in highest grade quilted mahogany veneers finished in the Classic darker oak color French polish finish with roundel motifs...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR Z
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak color French polish finish with rounded arms....
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Birch

Set of six Biedermeier Chairs, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Set of six Biedermeier side chairs made of mahogany with elegantly curved sabre legs, straight frames and upholstered seats. The lower half of the backrest is fitted with ebonized C-...
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Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Mahogany

Set of Four Restored Biedermeier Cherry Wood, Revived Polish, Austria, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant set of 4 Biedermeier chairs comes from Austria from the early 19th century. The chairs are made of cherry wood with cherry veneer and have undergone careful restoration....
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

1 pair of antique chairs Biedermeier around 1820 cherry wood dark blue fab
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ Classic Biedermeier shapes ✓ High-quality wood and fabric selection ✓ Elegant and stylish Dimensions: W: 49cm H: 87cm D: 43cm Seat height: 50cm Article: Antique chairs Item no.:...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Pair of Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, Danhauser Style
Located in Belmont, MA
Pair of Biedermeier chairs, Austria 1820, cherry veneer with plum wood inlays. Unique and exquisite pair of original Biedermeier chairs. Th...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Pair of original Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Explore our stunning pair of original Biedermeier chairs, originating from 1820s Southern Germany. Crafted with gorgeous walnut veneer, these chairs boast an exquisite back design ac...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Cherrywood Biedermeier Side Chairs, European Early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptionally nice pair of cherrywood side chairs with black lacquer accent. Wonderful inlay fan shape back detail, recently re-upholstered. Beautiful condition, sturdy and sound....
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Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Cherry, Lacquer

Writing walnut armchair moved on the front with two lions carved in gilded wood
By Classic
Located in Milano, IT
COD-Z70 Elegant walnut writing armchair moved on the front with two lions carved in gilded wood on the armrests. Upholstery is new and the fabric3500is inspired to relax beach seats ...
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1770s Italian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

Biedermeier Chair, South German 1820, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier Chair, South German 1820. Beautiful walnut veneer embellishes this original Biedermeier chair. The back is decorated with an ebonized volute motif. The chair has been p...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Walnut

19th Century Walnut Czech Biedermeier Chairs Set of 4 Pieces, 1840-1849
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Shipping to any US port only for $290 USD Set of Biedermeier chairs, four pieces. Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Czechia (Bohemia) Period: 18340-18...
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1840s Czech Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery

Biedermeier Chairs, France, circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
Set of six mahogany Biedermeier chairs, upholstered with a crème fabric.
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1810s French Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Mahogany

Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs, Made in Czechia, 1840s, Cherry-Tree
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of Biedermeier chairs, six pieces Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Shellac-polish.   
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1840s Czech Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Cherry

Lady Chairs, Central German Probably, Maple and Plum, Thuringia, 1830-1840
Located in Greding, DE
Four delightful lady chairs made out of plum wood, with a round seat and slightly flared legs. The backrest is curved and decorated with fine maple thread inlays. The seats are newly...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Maple, Wood

Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very elegant set of 4 Biedermeier chairs from southern Germany around 1830. Cherry wood veneered and solid. Ebonized back decoration in the shape of a lyre, a very classicist motif. ...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Chair
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 Chairs

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Silk, Wood

Very Elegant Biedermeier Chair, Birch, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid birch wood. Slightly trapezoidal frame on also slightly saber-shaped legs. Rectangular, profiled backrest framing, ebonized sprout wood in the center. Extra professional and hi...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Birch

Beautiful Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs from Around 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful set of 4 Biedermeier chairs from around 1860 Solid birch wood. Seat upholstered and covered with black fabric. Very stable and robust built.
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Wood, Birch

20th Century Set of 2 Biedermeier/Art Deco Chairs, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Set of 2 Biedermeier/Art Deco Chairs, birch Slightly arched backrest with straight top and 2 middle bridge. Newly upholstered seat and covered with a high quality fabri...
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20th Century German Biedermeier Chairs

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Birch

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Side Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant, early Biedermeier chairs were made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and e...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Biedermeier Style Satin Birchwood and Ebonized Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of Biedermeier style satin birchwood armchairs The plume shaped top rail extending to midway between the stiles, terminating in an ebonised fan shaped splat, above a s...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Birch

Vienna Biedermeier Chair After Josef Danhauser
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid beechwood with maple root veneer. Seat classical. Upholstered.
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20th Century German Biedermeier Chairs

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Birdseye Maple

Pair of Biedermeier Dining Chairs Made in Czechia circa 1830s, Restored Cherry
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Biedermeier dining chairs made in Czechia circa 1830s. Restored by our team. Made out of Cherry wood and fabric, very high quality materials.
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Biedermeir Dining Chair, Made in Czechia 1830s, Restored Cherry Tree
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Style:19th century Biedermeier Period:1830-1839 Origin:Bohemia Measures: height:91 cm / 35.83" Width:46 cm / 18.11" Depth:47 cm / 18.5" Seat:48 cm / 18.9" Backrest:91 cm / 35...
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19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chair, Czech - Bohemia, Cherry tree, 1820 - 1829
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier chair Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Czechia (Bohemia) Material: Cherry tree Period: 1820-1829 Shellac-polish. We guarantee safe a the ...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery, Cherry

Set of Three Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Made in Austria, 1820s, Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of Biedermeier chairs, three pieces. Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Austria, Wien Shellac-polish.
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Antique Dining Room Chair Group, Set of 6
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Antique chair group consisting of 6 chairs. All chairs with newly upholstered seat and new cover.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Cherry

19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Cherry Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Pair of Viennese Biedermeier Chairs – Circa 1825 We are proud to offer an exquisite and rare pair of Biedermeier chairs, masterfully crafted in Vienna around 1825. These...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Chair
Located in Berlin, DE
Very elegant Biedermeier chair circa 1825 mahogany. Solid mahogany. Trapezoidal frame on saber-shaped legs. High-profile, profile-backed backrest Framing with wide top and middle web...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Wood, Mahogany

Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs, South German, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of 4 Biedermeier chairs dates back to around 1820 and comes from southern Germany. The chairs feature a pretty cherry veneer. The back shows a very unusual interlacing eboni...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Two Walnut Chairs. Vienna, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine and elegant pair of Viennese Biedermeier chairs were made circa 1825-30. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined ...
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Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A chair from the time of the Biedermeier circa 1830. The chair is made of solid cherrywood. In very good restored condition.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Chair Nutwood around 1820
Located in Münster, DE
Biedermeier single chair, around 1820, solid walnut, newly upholstered and covered, wax polish, curved backrest with bracing with fan and rose...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Nutwood

Set of 2 Biedermeier Cane Chairs in Cherry Wood, Austria, Early 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Two beautiful chairs in Biedermeier style come from Austria, early 19th century. They are made of cherry wood, while the seats are made of a characteristic Viennese weave. The set is...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Cane, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Chair Cherry around 1820
Located in Münster, DE
Biedermeier single chair, around 1820, solid cherry wood, newly upholstered and covered, wax polish, backrest with delicate bracing, restored condition, shellac polish Height: 90.5 ...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Nutwood

Biedermeier Side Chair, Mahogany, Ebony Inlays, Black Velvet, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful neoclassical Biedermeier side chairs (2 available) from Vienna, Austria, circa 1820. Mahogany solid wood with ebony inlays. Hand polished with shellac (french polished. New...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Ebony, Mahogany

Austrian Biedermeier 6 Chairs Set 1820 Danhauser
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique and rare set of 6 Austria Biedermeier Dining chairs , attributed to Josef Danhauser, 1820. Lyra shaped backs with inlay fruitwood on walnut wood veneer. All original condition...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Nutwood

Antique Biedermeier Style Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
Pair of Antique Biedermeier Style Side Chairs. Curved headrail above ebonized fan form back splats above a dark upholstered seat raised on tapering legs. Dimensions 32 x 18 x 16 inc...
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Early 20th Century American Biedermeier Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Burl, Paint

Antique chair Biedermeier early 19th century walnut
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ Special design ✓ Beautiful embellishments ✓ Stylish and elegant Dimensions: Width: 64 cm Height: 90 cm Depth: 50 cm Seat height: 52 cm Item: Antique Chair Item No.: 1022 Origin: ...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Chairs

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Nutwood

Biedermeier chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, asian art and furniture, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier chairs 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 chairs, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, Malvezzi, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $355 and tops out at $27,000 while the average work can sell for $3,081.

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