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.
Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chairs, Czechia, Cherry Tree, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
For this item we are able to guarantee the import duty rate, which is 15%. Given the currently unpredictable political situation in the United States, having a fixed and reliable dut...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
Restored Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Wood, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Biedermeier sofa comes from Austria from the first half of the 19th century. It is made of cherry wood, both veneer and solid, and has been restored and professionally r...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
Set of four chairs Biedermeier, circa 1830, Northern Franconia, cherry walnut
Located in Münster, DE
Set of four chairs Biedermeier, circa 1830, Northern Franconia, solid and veneered cherry wood, walnut inlay Reupholstered and re-covered, hand-polished with shellac Height 90 cm...
Walnut, Cherry
20th Century Vienna Biedermeier Style Chair
Located in Berlin, DE
Vienna Biedermeier chair after Josef Danhauser, 1805-1845. Maple roots on solid beechwood. Classical upholstering. (C-Sam-2).
Wood, Beech, Maple
Biedermeier Chair, Solid Cherry Wood, Restored, Germany, Circa 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 ...
Nutwood
Pair Vintage Biedermeier Oversized Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Perkasie, PA
Pair Vintage Biedermeier Oversized Upholstered Armchairs – Item 58790 This exceptional pair of vintage Biedermeier armchairs offers a wonderful combination of elegant European styli...
Upholstery
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).
Wood
Pair of Biedermeier-style Bergères, Austria, 2nd Half 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Biedermeier-style bergères with walnut-veneered frames and armrests ending in stylized volutes. The armchairs have been newly upholstered in a high-quality cream-white fabric...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
19th Century Ebonized Wood Set of Six Biedermeier Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a architectural bracket, distinguished by dark ebonized wood, bobbin turned. It was made in France during 19th Century, a lineage that shows clearly in its det...
Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Hickory White Maple and Black Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of Six ( 6) Hickory White Furniture Biedermeier inspired Lacquered Maple and Black Upholstered dining chairs. 6 Side chairs. A pair of matching Armchairs available in our inven...
Maple, Upholstery
19th Century Cream Pair of Biedermeier Chairs with Upholstered Seats
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a pair of armchairs, distinguished by dark wood inlaid frame, cream upholstered seats. The piece dates to 19th Century, sourced from France, and carries the ha...
Fabric, Wood
Austrian Biedermeier beechwood and mahogany klismos side chair, circa 1830
Located in Chicago, IL
An Austrian Biedermeier klismos side chair from around 1830, its curved beechwood frame finished in a warm honey-brown patina with a mahogany-veneered back rail rolled softly at the ...
Brass
Biedermeier Sofa in Mahogany, Northern Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier sofa with a shaped apron and rolled legs. The armrests are decorated with stylized cornucopias, while delicate string inlays frame the surfaces. The rounded backrest is ...
Satin, Mahogany
$703Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Cherry
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,...
Wood, Maple, Lacquer, Cherry, Satinwood
Biedermeier Cherrywood Side Chair with Walnut Root Veneer, Southern Germany
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier side chair crafted in Southern Germany around 1825. The chair is made of solid cherrywood with a beautifully grained surface and warm patina, highlighting the cra...
Cherry, Walnut
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This exceptional Viennese Biedermeier sofa, created circa 1825, represents the very finest achievements of early 19th-century Austrian design. Viennese Biedermeier furniture is cele...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Four Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Walnut, Germany, Circa 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Set of Four Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Germany, circa 1820 This elegant set of four Biedermeier dining chairs dates to around 1820 and reflects the restrained sophistication that def...
Walnut
Set of Four Restored Biedermeier Chairs, Walnut, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This set of four chairs is a magnificent and highly sophisticated showcase of classic bourgeois furniture from the Biedermeier period (first half of the 19th century). Manufactured i...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Original Biedermeier Chair, Beech, Spruce, Walnut Veneer, Austria, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Original very well preserved condition Stable wooden construction Revitalized polish Upholstery in good condition
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Walnut, Spruce, Lacquer
Set Of Four Mid 19th Century Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Birch, Sweden circa 1840
Located in Greven, DE
Set of four antique ox-head or shovel chairs Sweden Birch tree Mid 19th century Dimensions: H × W × D: 89 x 44 x 45 cm, or: 85 x 44 x 45 cm, seat height: 50 cm. Description: Set o...
Fabric, Birch
Set Of Four 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs, Circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Four antique Biedermeier chairs Saxony Beech tree first half 19th cent. Dimensions: H x W x D: 87 x 46 x 45 cm - Seat height: 47 cm Description: Solid beech chairs standing on sab...
Beech
Upholstered Wood Desk Side Chair with Marquetry Inlay
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Classic Biedermeier vanity, desk or side chiar with fully upholstered seat. This beautiful chair has amazing details in particular the french style marquetry inlay. Wonderful additio...
Fabric, Upholstery, Fruitwood
$6,327 / item
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs, Austria, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of dark brown stained armchairs with balloon-shaped openwork backrests and upholstered seats. The seats have been newly upholstered in a grey woven fabric.
Wood
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century. This elegant Biedermeier shovel chair is in walnut and displays attractive tapered legs as well as curved, scul...
Upholstery, Walnut
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...
Fabric, Walnut
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Heinrich-August, Walnut light
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Eclectica collection is a group of Biedermeier chairs. This listing offers the model Heinrich-August. Crafted from fine solid Italian walnut, this version is a light chestnut fi...
Velvet, Walnut
$4,687Sale Price|20% Off
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Wingback Armchair in Solid Walnut, circa 1820
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier wingback armchair crafted in southern Germany around 1820. The piece is made of solid walnut and showcases the refined curves and balanced proportions characteris...
Walnut, Fabric
Biedermeier Side Chair, Central Germany, circa 1835–1840
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier side chair with an upholstered seat and a stained beechwood frame. The unusually designed backrest features decorative elements, partly gilt and partly ebonized.
Fabric, Beech
19th Century Biedermeier Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier side chair from Germany, circa 1825. The frame is crafted mainly from birch with walnut details, giving the piece a warm and vibrant expression. The chair has bee...
Birch, Walnut
$9,351Sale Price / set|20% Off
Seating Set Biedermeier, Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful 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...
Wood
$703Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair, Polished Finish, Germany, Circa 1830
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.
Cherry
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Viennese Biedermeier Side Chair, Vienna, c. 1825 This exquisite Biedermeier side chair was crafted in Vienna around 1825. Renowned for its sophisticated proportions, refined design,...
Upholstery, Walnut
Biedermeier Walnut Blue Fabric Vintage Wingback Chair Armchair Vienna circa 1925
Located in Vienna, AT
Biedermeier vintage wingback chair or armchair from walnut and sky blue upholstery designed and manufactured circa 1925 Vienna. While the walnut frame in beautiful brown color tone is refinished some time ago and demonstrates stunning warmth and depth, the upholstery was newly reupholstered with sky blue high quality textile fabric. The wingback chair or armchair features a stunning slightly curved backrest, which flows into the armrests and is great to use as freestanding fireplace armchair...
Upholstery, Walnut
Biedermeier Armchair, Wood and Satin, Openwork Design, 1830s, Germany
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier armchair raised on front baluster legs and slightly curved rear legs. The armrests terminate in volutes and are accented with delicate string inlay. The backrest is open...
Satin, Wood
$2,671Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century South German Biedermeier Armchair in Solid Cherrywood, circa 1820
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant South German Biedermeier armchair from around 1820, handcrafted from solid cherrywood with a warm, deep patina. The piece shows the typical clear lines and balanced proportio...
Cherry, Fabric
Antique Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Cherrywood with Ebonized Inlays
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique pair of German Biedermeier dining room chairs made of hand crafted shellac, partly veneered Cherrywood in good condition. The detailed Shovel chairs ha...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Cherry, Ebony
$834Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair, Germany, Polished Finish, Circa 1830
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.
Cherry
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
Set of Four Biedermeier Side Chairs, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of four Biedermeier side chairs with straight aprons, slightly splayed tapered square legs, and openwork backrests. The backs feature horizontally oval medallions with burl vene...
Fabric, Burl, Mahogany
$577Sale 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
19th Century French Iron Folding Side Chairs, Biedermeier Style
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Outdoor French iron folding side chairs with double slat back and slat seat. (19/20th Cent)
Iron
Pair of Tall-Back Biedermeier Armchairs with Floral Marquetry, circa 1830
Located in Leimen, DE
Pair of Tall-Back Biedermeier Armchairs with Floral Marquetry, circa 1830 An elegant pair of tall-back Biedermeier armchairs dating to circa 1830, distinguished by their dramatic scu...
Walnut, Burl
Set of Six Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs with Lyre Shaped Backs, circa 1850
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of SixAustrian Biedermeier Dining Side Chairs with Lyre Shaped Backs, circa 1850. Very solid construction. Firm, Newer red velvet upholtered seat. The lyre shaped back are adorne...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Biedermeier Square Back Birch Bergere Armchair with Woven Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
Swedish Biedermeier square back birch bergere armchair, having a woven upholstery of blues, browns and beiges and covered arm rests with a matching pillow.
Birch
$11,249Sale Price / set|20% Off
Biedermeier Dining Room Set, One Table, Two Armchairs, Two Chairs
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice table set consisting of a table, two chairs and two armchairs. All chairs are upholstered according to the traditional style by hand with belts and springs. The whole set i...
Cherry
Early 20th Century Biedermeier Chair in Cherrywood Restored and Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid 20th century Biedermeier chair in cherrywood restored and polished to wax. New upholstery. At the same price we make a new customized upholstery Measure cm: H 45\87 x W 45 x D 45.
Cherry
Biedermeier Side Chair, Central Germany, circa 1835–1840
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier side chair with an upholstered seat and a stained beechwood frame. The unusually designed backrest features decorative elements, partly gilt and partly ebonized.
Fabric, Beech
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...
Pearlware, Upholstery
$2,906Sale Price|20% 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 ...
Cherry, Upholstery
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,...
Birch
$703Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair, Polished Finish, Germany, Circa 1830
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.
Cherry
$5,249Sale Price|30% Off
Early Biedermeier Sofa, Walnut Veneer, Austria, 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 ...
Walnut
Gentleman's Biedermeier Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
Slightly oversized, this solid birch armchair with straight back splats and crest, was part of a "Herr Rum", a gentleman's office suite, which usually comprised a similarly designed ...
Birch
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. ...
Cherry
Set of Five Biedermeier Chairs, Cherry Wood, Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Set of five original Biedermeier shovel chairs from Thuringia, Germany around 1830. Cherry wood book-matched veneered on the shovel and apron. Cherry solid wood frame and legs. Top ...
Cherry, Softwood, Fabric, Velvet
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This very rare and elegant Biedermeier cherry sofa was made in Vienna circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare an...
Upholstery, Cherry
$852Sale Price|20% Off
Early 20th Century Biedermeier Style Open Armchair in Orchid Botanical Silk
Located in Lomita, CA
This antique occasional chair is made from maple in the style of Biedermeier. Appraisers say the chair is either from Scandinavia or Germany....
Maple, Silk
$7,125Sale Price / set|25% Off
Austrian Biedermeier Set of 6 Walnut Dining Chairs, Early 19th Century
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 ...
Walnut
$2,624Sale Price|20% Off
Early Biedermeier Cherrywood Armchair with Curved Armrests, South Germany
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Exceptional early Biedermeier armchair from Southern Germany, circa 1815. Crafted from solid cherrywood, the design already marks the graceful transition from the late Empire period ...
Cherry, Fabric