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.
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
Vintage French Country Biedermeier Style Armchairs Newly Reupholstered, Pair
By Biedermeier
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Country Biedermeier Style Tufted Back Wingback Armchairs Newly Reupholstered in "French-Blu" Mohair - Pair This exquisite pair of Vintage French Country Biedermeier S...
Mohair
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Birch Armchairs, Gilt Accents
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)
Gold Leaf
Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch Solid birch wood body. Seat cushion upholstered and covered with fabric. Grand-line frame and legs. Slightly curved backrest wi...
Birch
Set of Six 19th Century Biedermeier Chairs, from Germany
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th century antique German set of six Biedermeier dining chairs, crafted from partly veneered walnut and finished in a hand-polished surface. The warm walnut tones highlight the n...
Walnut
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...
Birch
Unique Museum Prague Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Wood, Fully Restored, Czech, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Hassle-free US shipping: We provide all necessary 100+ year-old certifications to ensure a flat 15% customs rate for our US clients. This sofa represents the absolute pinnacle of craftsmanship and artistic production from the Prague Biedermeier period in the early 19th century. It is a unique museum-quality piece that embodies the best of Czech furniture-making through its purity, lightness, and precision. A characteristic and very rare feature is the removable armrests...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Cherry
Set of Eight Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of eight Biedermeier dining chairs in ebonized wood with high backrests and slightly curved cross rails. The rear legs are subtly splayed in saber form, while the front legs are...
Fabric, Wood
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
Thonet Gebruder Vienna Gmbh No.56 Bentwood and Vienna Straw Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
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...
Beech
$3,456Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Biedermeier Sofa Couch 4-5 Seat, 19th/20th Century Swedish
By Biedermeier
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier 4-5 seat sofa couch in classic light honey color French polish finish with curved arm detailing and ormolu style decorative ends and central motifs in the highest...
Birch
Set of Six Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of six dining chairs in cherrywood with upholstered seats, raised on tapered square legs with straight aprons. The seats have been newly upholstered in a black striped fabric. Th...
Fabric, Cherry
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
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
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. ...
Fabric, Birch
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
Biedermeier Sofa in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
Biedermeier Sofa in Walnut The sofa is made out of walnut wood and re-upholstered in a silkyfabric. Rests on 4 curved legs. Armrests are made out of 2 cylinder shapes, embellished ...
Fabric, Walnut
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
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
19th Century Antique Iron Folding Bistro Chair in Biedermeier Style
Located in Queens, NY
23 Outdoor iron folding side bistro chairs with single slat back and slat seat. (19/20th Cent) PRICED EACH Vintage condition.
Iron
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
19th Century Pair of Mahogany German Biedermeier Chairs, New Wickerwork Pedig
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Biedermeier chairs comes from Germany from the early 19th century. They are made of beech wood veneered with mahogany and have undergone careful restoration. The...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Wicker
$3,127Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th Century Empire / Biedermeier Cherrywood Armchair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful timeless Biedermeier /Empire armchair from the early 19th century. The armchair was made of solid cherry and also veneered cherry. The back is round and in the center of th...
Cherry
Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Dining Chairs Made in 1930s Czechia
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
The chairs have been fully restored and are made out of cherry wood.
Fabric, Cherry
Antique Swedish Satin Birch Duet Piano Stool / Bench
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very well made antique Swedish satin birch duet piano stool / bench. This was recently imported from Sweden, it dates from the 1900-1920 period. The quality is excel...
Cotton, Satin Birch
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
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Mahogany Sofa. Austria, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Early Austrian Biedermeier Mahogany Sofa, Vienna, circa 1825–1830 This elegant and truly exceptional early Austrian Biedermeier sofa, crafted in Vienna around 1830, is a...
Upholstery, Mahogany
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
Set of 4 Original Thonet Chairs, Austria, Late 19th - Early 20th Century
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant set of four bentwood chairs, marked "Thonet Austria," attributable to the renowned Gebrüder Thonet (Thonet Brothers) manufacture, likely made before the 1921 merger with Mund...
Beech
Swedish 19th Century Maple Biedermeier Settee
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This wonderful 19th century Swedish maple settee features classic Biedermeier design elements adapted to Scandinavian tastes for lightness and simplicity, using only the finest quali...
Maple
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs, Germany, 19th Century, Walnut, French Polish
Located in Wrocław, Poland
A fine pair of Biedermeier armchairs, crafted in Germany in the first half of the 19th century. The pieces stand out with their elegant, timeless form and well-balanced proportions t...
Walnut
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
Biedermeier Style, Fruitwood, Black Fabric, Daybed, USA, 19th c.
Located in Stamford, CT
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...
Fabric, Fruitwood
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
$2,660Sale 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
Pair of Biedermeier Side Chairs, Central Germany, circa 1835–1840
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of Biedermeier chairs with upholstered seats and stained beechwood frames. The unusually designed backrests feature decorative elements, partly gilt and partly ebonized.
Fabric, Beech
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
Set of Three Biedermeier Chairs, Southern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Set of three Biedermeier chairs crafted from walnut. The backrests feature ebonized pierced decoration in the form of stylized floral calyx motifs. The chairs have been professionall...
Fabric, Walnut
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
Restored Biedermeier Seating Set, Birch, Original Upholstery, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Revived polish Preserved unseated original upholstery Professionally cleaned original fabric Sofa dimensions: Height: 91.5 cm (36 in) Width: 143 cm (56.3 in) Depth: 67 cm (26.4 in) ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Birch
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
$5,227Sale 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
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
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
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
Handsome Set 10 Viennese Biedermeier Style Burl Dining Chairs
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Dramatic set of 10 burl walnut veneer dining chairs made in the Viennese Biedermeier style. The set consists of 8 side chairs measuring 35"t x 20""w x 18"d with a seat height of 18"t...
Upholstery, Burl
$2,613Sale 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
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Wing Chair Reimagined in Bleached White Cotton Textile
Located in Wainscott, NY
Elegant 19th century Biedermeier-style armchair crafted from richly figured burl wood. The graceful lines and sculpted arms exemplify the refined simplicity of the Biedermeier period...
Wood, Burl
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
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
Set of Four Restored Biedermeier Chairs, Walnut, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This set of four dining chairs is a magnificent example of refined bourgeois craftsmanship from the Biedermeier period (first half of the 19th century). Originating from Austria, thi...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
$970Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Four Biedermeier Dining Chairs in Mahogany, Lower Saxony, Germany
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A beautiful set of four (4) North German Biedermeier dining chairs with solid mahogany frames with figured mahogany on the carved top & second rails, upholstered seat & saber legs. L...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Eight Restored Biedermeier Chairs, Walnut, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Dimensions of the Scalloped Top Rail Set: Height: 87 cm (34.3") Width: 48 cm (18.9") Depth: 49 cm (19.3") Seat height: 46 cm (18.1") Dimensions of the Heart Silhouette Set: Height: ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite Viennese Biedermeier Sofa, circa 1825 — Museum-Quality Masterpiece We are pleased to present this elegant and truly exceptional early Biedermeier sofa, handcrafted in Vien...
Upholstery, Walnut
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 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
$2,707Sale Price|20% Off
Styled Round Table With Upholstered Chairs Circa 1950
Located in Opole, PL
Styled Round Table With Upholstered Chairs Circa 1950 A living room set consisting of a round table with four chairs. The set, dating back to the 1950s, is styled in the Biedermeier...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1860. AFTER RENOVATION Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. Wood: mahogany dimensions: height...
Fabric, Walnut
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