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.
$1,700 / set
Pair of Antique Swedish Stools
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of antique Swedish stools. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1900-10 period. They are of outstanding quality with a beautiful and u...
Cotton, Wood
Pair of Viennese Secessionist Egyptian Revival Thebes Stools
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Austrian Secessionist walnut stools in an Egyptian Thebes revivalist style while having a clover shaped seat atop a sabered tripod leg frame (PRICED AS PAIR) (AVAILABLE INDIV...
Biedermeier 19th Century X-Form Stool with Out-Scrolling Arms and Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier period X-form walnut stool from the 19th century, with out-scrolling arms and upholstery. Created in Austria during the 19th century, this Biedermeier walnut ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,959Sale Price|20% Off
Early 19th century Swedish pair of Karl Johan stools
Located in London, GB
A nice pair of C19th mahogany veneer Karl Johan stools. Their four curved sabre legs support an oval upholstered deep seat which has over time been upholstered in traditional Damask ...
Mahogany
Pair of Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Stools with Carved Gilt Lion Paws
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Austrian Biedermeier period walnut stools from the 19th century, with saber legs, carved giltwood lion paw feet and new custom linen upholstery. This pair of Austrian Biede...
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
$1,595 / set
Pair of Painted Stools, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of painted stools with splayed tapered legs and a simple stretcher. Newly upholstered in grey fabric and repainted in cream white with an antique patina.
Fabric, Wood
Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Stools with X-Form Bases, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Biedermeier period walnut stools from the 19th century with X-Form bases, turned spindle shaped stretchers and upholstered seats. These 19th-century Biedermeier walnut stoo...
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
$578Sale Price|24% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Footstool
Located in Darmstadt, DE
We present an authentic small Biedermeier footstool from around 1830. The piece features a solid walnut top resting on oak legs, displaying the w...
Oak, Walnut
Early 20th Swedish birch long bedroom stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th swedish birch long bedroom stool circa 1900. Fine example of swedish simple but elegant design, birch frame with 6 tapering supporting legs with upholstered top. Ideal f...
Fabric, Birch
A Pair of Biedermeier Stools, 1820, Walnut Veneer, Refinished
Located in Belmont, MA
Pair of Biedermeier Stools, South Germany, circa 1820 This elegant pair of Biedermeier stools originates from South Germany and dates back to around 1820. Crafted with the distinctiv...
Walnut
$3,500
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...
Birch
Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Stool with Gilt Rosettes and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier period walnut stool from the 19th century, with upholstered seat and gilt rosettes. Created in Austria during the Biedermeier period, this walnut veneered sto...
Upholstery, Walnut
Small Biedermeier Walnut Footstool, South Germany circa 1830, Solid Walnut
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This small Biedermeier footstool is a charming example of early 19th century craftsmanship from South Germany. The piece is made entirely of soli...
Walnut
$1,780
Biedermeier Stool
Located in New York, NY
This freshly reupholstered stool is adorned with golden silk/wool in traditional Biedermeier style.
Birch
Stool Made of Solid Cherry Wood with Brass Footrest, by Morelato
By Morelato
Located in Salizzole, IT
Biedermeier style bar stool made of solid cherry wood with brass foot rest customizable with different coating materials, colors and wood finishes made in Italy by Morelato.
Cherry
ANTIQUE 1880 SWEDiSH BIEDERMEIER WALNUT DRESSING TABLE STOOL EMBROIDERED TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1880 Walnut Swedish Biedermier dressing table stool Please note the delivery fee ...
Walnut
Pair of Interesting Biedermeier Chairs antique circa 1840 Cherry Wood veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of interesting Biedermeier chairs, circa 1840 Cherry tree, straight frame on flared, ball-shaped legs. Rectangular backrest frame with finely curved end and corresponding cen...
Cherry
$7,590
H 15.33 in W 16.33 in D 14 in
Pair of Walnut Tripod Thebes Stools in the Manner of Liberty & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of walnut tripod Thebes stools in the manner of Liberty & Co. England. Circa 1920.
Walnut
19th Century French Walnut Stool
Located in High Point, NC
19th century walnut stool from France with a wonderfully thick top which has a handle design cutout of the top and a multi-level beveled edge, following down to a lovely hand scallop...
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Turned French Stools
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of 19th century oak stools from France with newly upholstered tops in linen finished with a single welt. The frames have hand-turned barley twist legs, joined by matching stretc...
Linen, Oak
19th Century Stool Original Paint
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 19th century mountain stool with the original faded cream paint remains. As easthetic pleasing as functional thing to have in your home.
Elm
French Egyptian Revival Bamboo Faux Painted Thebes Stool 1930s
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A 1930s French saddle top bamboo Thebes stool. The temple seat is curved on all four sides, the legs are gently flared with a flat foot and the piece is wonderfully faux painted.
Bamboo
19th Century Biedermeier Footstool
Located in Darmstadt, DE
We present an authentic small Biedermeier footstool from around 1830. The piece features a solid walnut top resting on oak legs, displaying the w...
Oak, Walnut
American Aesthetic Oak Thebes Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form. Egyptian revival.
Oak
Pair of Antique Chinese Ceramic Garden Stools
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of Chinese ceramic garden stool from late Qing Dynasty. Classic barrel shape with Famille Verte glaze depicting figurative groups in garden settings.
Ceramic
A Pair of Danish Antique Pine Stools, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
This elegant pair of antique wooden stools can also serve as side tables or pedestals, showcasing a refined classical silhouette. Each piece features a square seat with a nude suede ...
Suede, Fabric, Textile, Pine
$5,995 / set
H 15.5 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Stools with X-Form Bases, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Biedermeier period walnut stools from the 19th century with X-Form bases, turned spindle shaped stretchers and upholstered seats. These 19th-century Biedermeier walnut stoo...
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
$2,857 / set
H 24.81 in W 22.45 in D 13.78 in
Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Stools, Benches or Causeuses, early 20thC
Located in London, Fitzrovia
a pair of Austrian secessionist bentwood stools, small benches, window seats or causeuses. I am not sure wether the upholstery is leather or leatherette but it seems to be quite old...
Leather, Bentwood
Pair Of 19th Century French Louis XIII Style Stools
Located in High Point, NC
This charming pair of 19th century French Louis XIII style stools exemplifies the robust yet refined character associated with the period. Crafted in solid wood, each stool features ...
Wood
Pair of Antique Swedish Stools
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of antique Swedish stools. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1900-10 period. They are of outstanding quality with a beautiful and u...
Cotton, Wood
Sold
H 7.88 in W 16.54 in D 11.03 in
Small Biedermeier Walnut Footstool, South Germany circa 1825, Newly Upholstered
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This small Biedermeier footstool from South Germany dates to around 1825 and reflects the early phase of the period with its elegant simplicity a...
Walnut, Fabric
Biedermeier Tabouret in Cherrywood, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier tabouret in cherrywood with H-shaped stretcher connecting the curved legs. The armrests are joined by a crossbar adorned with stylized leaf motifs. The seat has been newl...
Cherry
Sold
H 14.97 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Biedermeier Stool, Walnut, Black Fabric, South Germany circa 1825
Located in Regensburg, DE
Early Biedermeier scissor stool from Southern Germany around 1825. Solid walnut and veneered. Turned rosette as a decorative element in the center cross on both sides. Newly upholste...
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Stools
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier stools. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1870-1890 period. They are of outstanding quali...
Fabric, Birch
Pair, 19th Century Karl Johan Style Mahogany Stools
By Karl Johan
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely pair of mahogany stools or tabourets have gently curved saber legs in the Karl Johan style. This pair is restored, solid, stable and ready to be enjoyed. Age related wear...
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Stools
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of exquisite Biedermeier stools are show stopping examples of classical elegance. The color of the golden birch wood in contrast with the black finials is stunning and del...
Birch
Sold
H 41.5 in W 21.75 in D 19 in
Biedermeier Style Oak Wood Swivel Bar Stool with Green Leather Seat, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite pair of Biedermeier style barstools exemplifying a blend of classic design and contemporary comfort. The sturdy oak wooden frames, with their rich, warm patina, showcas...
Leather, Oak
Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Stools
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier stools. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1850-1870 period. They are of outstanding quali...
Fabric, Birch
Antique footstool, France, around 1880. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Footstool from the end of the 19th century, France. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. The seat is covered with new fabric. Dimensions: height ...
Oak
19th Century Biedermeier Stool
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A Biedermeier stool with an upholstered top. This stool is upholstered in a worn floral print fabric with a braided trim. The curved X-shaped legs are joined by a stretcher and have ...
Upholstery, Birch
Pair of Beidermeir Stools
Located in Houston, TX
The timeless design of these Biedermeier walnut stools allows them to seamlessly blend with different interior styles, from traditional to contemporary. They bring a touch of classic...
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut