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Biedermeier Seating

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
Returnable Items Only
Biedermeier Style Set 4 Danish Chairs In Wood And Fabric
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. Set of 4 Danish wooden chairs...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Antique sofa from the late 19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
This elegant antique sofa, dating from around 1880, originates from Northern Europe and reflects the refined aesthetics of the Biedermeier style. Crafted from rich walnut wood, it sh...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut, Fabric

19th Century Italian Fruitwood Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Great design, full of grace and presence. This large sofa, made in Italy, 1st half of the 19th century, is a rare find indeed. The beautiful carving on the fronts of the arms and ho...
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19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

19th Century Italian Fruitwood Sofa
19th Century Italian Fruitwood Sofa
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Fine Set of Six Biedermeier Walnut Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine set of six Viennese Biedermeier walnut chairs from circa 1825 is the best example of an early Viennese Biedermeier which reflect innovative design and highest quali...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

1920-30s, Danish 2-seater sofa, furniture velour, ash wood, reupholstered.
Located in Tarm, 82
1920s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman. Very good condition: no smells,...
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1920s Danish Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Velvet, Ash

Swedish Birch Club Chair
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
The Swedish burled birch club chair with a "molded" frame. Recently restored and upholstered.
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

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 Seating

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Classic upholstered Biedermeier chair. The chair dates from the Biedermeier period, circa 1815 and is newly upholstered in the traditional style with straps and springs. The chair is...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry

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 ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Mahogany

19th Century Fine Set of Four Biedermeier Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, These fine set of four Viennese Biedermeier cherry chairs from c, 1825 is the best example of an early Viennese Biedermeier which reflect innovative design and highest quality...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Cherry

Pair of Viennese Biedermeier Chairs
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pair of Viennese 1820 walnut veneer chairs with round backs and ebonised decor. Original horse hair see weed upholstery. Polished with shellack. Reupholstered in French linen. Great ...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Nutwood

Restored Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Wood, Spruce, Revived Polish, Austria, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This Biedermeier sofa dates back to the early 19th century and originates from Austria. It is crafted from solid cherry wood, veneered with spruce, which adds strength and a characte...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer, Spruce

Biedermeier Upholstered Fruitwood Tub Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Biedermeier Upholstered Fruitwood Tub Chair, first half 19th century, carved with foliate motif to arms and with beige custom re-upholstery and nailhead details. 34.25" H x 28.25" W ...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Fruitwood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Ebonized Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional, ebonized Biedermeier sofa was made in Vienna circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined desig...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Pearlware, Upholstery

Biedermeier Benches, France, 1840
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of Biedermeier benches with intricate carvings, half round armrests and pillars on the sides with acanthus leaves. In the middle of the backre...
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1840s French Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Mahogany

Antique German Biedermeier Mahogany Fauteuil Wingback Library Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique mid to early 19th century German Biedermeier library / lounge armchair. Made of mahogany featuring traditional form with fauteuil padded arms and flared ear / wing back with...
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Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Footstool
Located in Darmstadt, DE
We present you our authentic Biedermeier Footstool from around 1830. Crafted from solid walnut top and oak legs, this stool exudes timeless charm...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Oak, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Large Cherry Farmhouse Seat Bench
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Extremely rare seat bench from the time of the late Biedermeier. Made of solid cherrywood. The bench is unbelievable 243 cm wide! In very good restored...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry

19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Walnut Bergeres. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional pair of Viennese upholstered Biedermeier bergeres from c. 1825 are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent cra...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Daybed. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional Viennese Biedermeier recamiere / daybed was made in circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated propor...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Cherry

Set of 8 Biedermeier Style Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 Biedermeier style dining chairs. The chairs are cherry and have walnut burlwood backs.
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1980s Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry, Walnut

Biedermeier Style, Fruitwood, Black Fabric, Daybed, USA, 19th c.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Biedermeier Style, Neoclassical, Fruitwood, Black Fabric, Daybed, USA, 19th c. A fabric and fruitwood daybed in the Biedermeier style having been designed and produced in the United...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Fruitwood

Set of Six Biedermeier Shovel Chairs, Walnut, Roots Veneer, South Germany, 1840s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful set of six neoclassical Biedermeier shovel chairs (backrest in form of a shovel) from South Germany around 1840/50. Solid Walnut and walnut veneer with walnut roots inlays ...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Small Cherry Bench Seat
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Extremely rare bench with small practical size from the Biedermeier period. The bench is made of cherry wood, partly veneered and partly solid. The bench has been reupholstered and re-covered with Biedermeier fabric...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry, Fabric

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chair, Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine Biedermeier side chair was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, exc...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Wicker, Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine Biedermeier side chair was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, exc...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique sofa, Northern Europe, turn of the 19th centuries.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An impressive, antique piece of furniture with a beautiful form will add elegance to any interior. A straight-frame sofa, upholstered with elegant fabric on the seat and backrest, su...
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1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Austrian Biedermeier Settee, walnut - Josef Dannhauser, Vienna 1820 - 2 Seater
Located in Göttingen, NI
2-Seater Burl Walnut veneered. Flat frame on profiled volute feet, bowed armrests. Seat, armrests and back newly upholstered with yellow gold-colored moirée height 95 cm, seat hei...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Empire Sofa, Walnut, Full Columns, Black Boucle, Vienna, Austria circa 1815-20
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful neoclassical Biedermeier Sofa from Vienna, Austria circa 1825. Walnut veneered and solid walnut. Two fluted full columns in beech with ebonized capitals and bases.Newly cov...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Bouclé, Beech, Walnut, Softwood

Antique sofa, Northern Europe, the 19th centuries.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Impressive, antique furniture with a beautiful form will add elegance to any interior. A sofa with a simple frame, upholstered with elegant fabric on the seat and backrest, supported...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut, Fabric

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Shovel Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very beautiful shovel chair is from the Biedermeier period, circa 1825. The chair is made of walnut veneer wood. The chair was newly upholstered and cover...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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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...
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1870s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Vintage Italian Biedermeier Saber Leg Accent Side Chair with Needlepoint Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Biedermeier Saber Leg Accent Side Chair with Needlepoint Seat. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H x 20" W x 18.5" D x 17.5" Seat Height.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Seating

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Mahogany

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 Seating

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Fabric, Cherry

Biedermeier Chair, Prague, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier cherrywood chair with a turned stretcher between the slightly bent front legs. The shovel-shaped backrests shows turned stretchers as well as fan-carvings in the corners ...
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry

Thonet Gebruder Vienna Gmbh No.56 Bentwood and Vienna Straw Chair
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. For t...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Seating

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Beech

Burl Mahogany Sofa, Biedermeier Style - Late 19th Century
Located in HÉRIC, FR
This sofa is a magnificent example of burl mahogany furniture, inspired by the Biedermeier style. It is upholstered in a studded lime green fabric, adding a touch of color and textur...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Mahogany

Thonet desk chair in beech wood, late 19th century
Located in Torino, IT
Thonet desk chair in beech wood, late 19th century
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1890s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Beech

Unique Museum Prague Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Wood, Fully Restored, Czech, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Fully restored unique museum Prague Biedermeier sofa Source: Czech Period: 1820-1829 This item features classic Biedermeier elements. Visual simplicity, light-colored woods, and contrasting inlays characterize this style. Relaxed sophistication is the name of the game. Despite original Biedermeier pieces being over 200 years old, the furniture of the movement still feels fresh and modern. According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered the item. It has been re-polished with shellac by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process.    This item has removable armrests.
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Armchair Solid Cherrywood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful timeless Biedermeier armchair from the early 19th century. The chair was made of solid cherry and was hand polished.  
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry

Vintage Boho Scroll Back Dining Chairs After Biedermeier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a stunning set of vintage dining chairs, expertly crafted with a distinctive scroll-back design that echoes the elegance of the Biedermeier aesthetic, subtly infused with ...
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Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Seating

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Metal

19th Century Biedermeier Sofa, Cherrywood, 1820s, Made in Czechia, Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier sofa Completely restored, new upholstery included Shellac polish. Source: Czech Period: 1820-1829.
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

19th Century Fine Set of Four Biedermeier Walnut Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, These Fine set of four Viennese Biedermeier walnut chairs from circa 1825 is the best example of an early Viennese Biedermeier which reflect innovative design and highest qual...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 3 Early 19th Century Sabre Leg Klismos Form Side Chairs
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Three sabre leg Klismos form side chairs of European beech and mahogany with seats upholstered in suede. Denmark, circa 1820.
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1820s Danish Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Suede, Beech, Mahogany

Biedermeier Sofa, Two Armchair Upholstred in Karl Lagerfeld Chair Motive Textile
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Shipping Note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, don't hesitate to get in touch with us directly. Important Care Information: When purchasing a c...
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20th Century German Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Outdoor Painted Wooden Garden Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor painted wood backless garden bench with carved scroll side base
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20th Century European Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Wood

1920s Grained Fine Austrian Biedermeier Burlwood Table and 2 Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
1920s Grained and Fine Austrian Biedermeier Burlwood Table and 2 Chairs. Offered for sale is a 3-piece set of Austrian Biedermeier burlwood furniture. The centerpiece of the set is a square Burlwood table with four legs rising from the center of the base. Flanking on either side of the table is a pair of burlwood chairs...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Seating

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Brass

Pair of South German Biedermeier Armchairs or Bergères in Walnut, circa 1830
Located in Miami, FL
A very beautiful pair of South German Biedermeier armchairs or bergères in fine walnut each with shaped, fan-carved crest rail above scrolled armrests terminating in out-scrolled fee...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Chair with Ink Painting, Northern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chair with Ink Painting Northern Germany Birch Biedermeier circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 84 x 42 x 47 cm Seat height: 48 cm Description: Chair made of solid birch,...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Birch

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...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Seating

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Fabric, Birch

19th Century Fine Ebonized Biedermeier Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825-30.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine two ebonized Viennese Biedermeier chairs were made circa 1825-30. Ebonized Biedermeier pieces were mostly made in Vienna, Austria and account for only 1-2 % of all ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Upholstery, Pearwood

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 Seating

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Velvet, Mahogany, Oak, Ash, Rosewood

Pair of Austrian Biedermeier Veneer Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Austrian Biedermeier (1830s) cherry veneer armchairs with round back design and maple inlay & ebonized details with an inset upholstered seat.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Cherry, Maple, Wood, Upholstery

Set of 10 Biedermeier Chairs, Ash, Southern Germany, First Half 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Ten identical Biedermeier board chairs Southern Germany Ash First half of the 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 89 x 44 x 42 cm - Seat height board: 45 cm - with upholstered cush...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Ash

Set Of Eight Continental 19th c. Biedermeier St. White Ash Burl Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful set of eight Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. White Ash Burl and ebonized Fruitwood dining chairs. This set of dining chairs with six side chairs and two arm chai...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Fruitwood, Burl

Early Biedermeier Walnut Sofa, circa 1820
Located in Lucenec, SK
The sofa dates from the early Biedermeier period at the beginning of the 19th century. The body of the sofa is made of spruce wood and was covered with a very beautiful thick walnut ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Late 20th century vintage Biedermeier style newly upholstered bench
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a late 20th century Biedermeier style upholstered bench. This bench has been newly upholstered in a black cotton duck. This bench has a blonde satin wood frame with a black l...
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1980s American Vintage Biedermeier Seating

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Wood

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Pair of Shovel Chairs
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful pair of Biedermeier era shovel chair, made circa 1825 with thick walnut and walnut veneer on spruce wood. The chair has been reupholstered and covered with new fabric. In v...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Seating

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Walnut

Seating Set Biedermeier, Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant Biedermeier seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the time. Measures sofa: Depth 75...
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Wood

Biedermeier seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, Josef Danhauser, Mastercraft, 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 seating 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 $48,000 while the average work can sell for $4,200.

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