Biedermeier Furniture
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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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Style: Biedermeier
Biedermeier Cherrywood Console or Flip Top Game Table, Mid-19th Century
Located in Lučenec, SK
Biedermeier cherrywood console or flip top game table, mid-19th century.
Original condition.
Category
1850s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Austrian Biedermeier Jeweled Silver Gilt Casket with Cameos, 1846
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Biedermeier silver gilt casket, 1846. Bellied, lobed, and rectangular. Hinged cover same and concave with raised center and swing-mounted scroll bracket cast handle with flo...
Category
1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Silver
19th Century Large Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional, large Biedermeier walnut table was made circa 1825 in Vienna.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Bookcase, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier bookcase with two doors with three-quarter glazing and a flat profiled cornice. The cabinet stands on square feet and is veneered in mahogany. The interior is fitted with...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Biedermeier Linen Cupboard, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier linen cupboard in cherry veneer with one door and square feet. The pilaster strips are fluted. The inside of the cupboard is fitted with three shelves and has been restor...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This stunning Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticat...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut Veneer, Marble Top, France, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Biedermeier chest of drawers was made in 19th Century, originating from France. Crafted with precision and attention to details, construction made of oak and softwood adorned wi...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Softwood, Walnut
Biedermeier Linen Cupboard, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier linen cupboard in cherry veneer with one door and square feet. The door is divided into two panels and the pilaster strips are fluted. The inside of the cupboard is fitte...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
19th Century German Biedermeier Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous 19th century German Walnut Biedermeier side cabinet. Beautiful, polished wood with ebonized details and storage inside. A handsome piece!!
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophistica...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Polished Cherry Settee - Antique Burlwood Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier sofa made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Cherrywood and Burlwood, in good condition. The particularized settee is composed with a slightly inclined backrest with wide, tall curved armrests, standing on four arched wooden...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Cherry, Burl
20th Century Vienna Biedermeier Style Globe Sewing Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Highly significant globe sewing table in Vienna Biedermeier style.
Bird’s eye maple root veneer on solid beech, partially ebonized.
(G-Sam-44).
Category
20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Beech, Maple
A Biedermeier Inlaid Commode First Half 19th C.
Located in Dallas, TX
a biedermeier inlaid commode first half 19th century the recessed top over three inlaid long drawers, top and bottom drawers with twin daimonds inlaid daimonds stiles the center draw...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Settees Made of Walnut
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of 19th century walnut settees with ebonized details from Germany. Upholstered in a creme colored fabric. Beautiful, polished wood and nice clean lines. Gorgeous! Note:...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Restored Biedermeier Étagère, by Thonet, Beech, Walnut, Austria, Vienna, 1910s
By Thonet
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet.
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the...
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Beech, Walnut
Pair of Biedermeier Chests 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, veneered in Walnut.
Featuring three drawers, brass escutcheons, and tapered legs.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique German Biedermeier Classical Silver Tray
Located in New York, NY
German Biedermeier Classical silver tray, ca 1860. Plain oval well. Sides have open border in form of leaves set in ovals. Cast leaf-and-dart rim on lined ground. A practical serving...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Silver
Two Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry, Southern Germany, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
A near pair of Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry with burl veneer and ebonized thread inlays on the backrest. The chairs stand on square tapered legs, with the rear ones slightly c...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Antique 19th Century Flame Mahogany Rope Twist Abatante Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique Biedermeier style abatante secretary desk, unbranded. Mahogany with flame mahogany veneers, decorative overhang to top, later added white marble top, brass keyhole escutch...
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Demilune Pearwood Console
Located in Westport, CT
An elegantly proportioned single Biedermeier Demilune shaped console table finishing on sleek tapered legs in pearwood veneer
Origin: Austria
Dating: 1820ca
Condition: Excellent s...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
A set of 6 Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Authentic Biedermeier Chairs Handcrafted 19th Century Masterpieces
Explore our stunning set of 6 original Biedermeier chairs, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship from the early 19th...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Armoire, Central Germany, around 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier cabinet with two doors, two drawers and a protruding cornice. The wardrobe is veneered in cherry and has been polished by hand. The doors have panels with segmental arche...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
A Biedermeier Antique Writing Cylinder Bureau/Desk with Drawers c1880
Located in Oak Park, MI
A sophisticated antique Danish (?) cylinder bureau desk with drawers. A great piece! Rare Biedermeier style. The cylinder top slides up to reveal a plethora of drawers, hidden drawer...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Marburg finch chest Biedermeier around 1800-10 Cherrywood bridal chest
Located in Münster, DE
Marburg finch chest
Biedermeier around 1800/10, cherry wood and other precious woods richly veneered and marquetry on an oak body, hunting motif, 2 small drawers in the base area, or...
Category
Early 1800s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Fruitwood, Oak
Mahogany tilting mirror with pull-out drawer, Denmark. Approximately 1900.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mahogany tilting mirror with pull-out drawer, Denmark.
Approximately 1900.
Excellent condition.
Dimensions: H 73.0 cm x W 48.0 cm.
Category
Early 1900s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
XIX Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers,
Germany, 1830-1835
Mahogany
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with spectacular mahogany veneer which is laid absolutely symmetrically and runs a...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Card Table Mahogany Wood
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Beautiful Swedish Card Table in Mahogany Wood, 19th Century. This card flip top game table has strong brass hardware.
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Cylinder-Top Bureau Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
A good north Germany (possibly Hamburg) Biedermeier Cylinder Bureau overall of beautifully figured mahogany veneers; as the writing surface is pulled outward the cylinder top opens t...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Golden Birch Ebonized Chest of Drawers Dresser, 1820
Located in Portland, OR
An elegant antique Swedish Biedermeier golden birch and burlwood chest of drawers, circa 1820.
The chest having a overhanging top with four ...
Category
1820s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch, Burl
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Pier Table
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 19th-century German Biedermeier mahogany and maple pier table stands as a testament to the refined craftsmanship and distinctive aesthetic of the era. Characterized by its clean lines, simplicity, and emphasis on functionality, Biedermeier furniture embodies a departure from the ornate styles of preceding periods. However, this particular piece boasts a rare and remarkable feature: intricately carved eagle columns...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Maple
Vintage Boho 19th Century Austrian Walnut Biedermeier Trundle Bed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Experience vintage boho charm and European elegance with our 19th Century Austrian Walnut Biedermeier Trundle Bed. Imported with care and crafted to perfection, this exquisite piece ...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
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...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Biedermeier Satin Birch and Walnut Commode, Austria c1825
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
BIEDERMEIER COMMODE
This exquisite three-drawer commode chest of drawers originates from Austria and dates back to the 1820s. Crafted from pine with a combination of satin birch and...
Category
1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Biedermeier Faux Burlwood Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Hastings, GB
An impressive chest of pine drawers from the mid-19th century, hand decorated with linework and a scumble & faux burlwood pattern, on raised tapered bun feet, two over three drawer c...
Category
1830s English Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Pine
Early 19th century birch Biedermeier vanity dressing cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century birch Biedermeier vanity dressing cabinet circa 1830.
Stunning piece of Biedermeier period furniture made in karelian birch.
Comprising of two main parts, althou...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Birch
Antik nagy biedermeier 2 személyes kanapé – jellemző csikós anyaggal, intarziás
Located in Kerepes, HU
Az elemről
Bemutatjuk Önnek ezt a masszív 2 személyes kanapé , amely jellemző a biedermeier stílusra, lágyan ívelt ,kárpitozott üléssel és háttámlával. Ez a bútordarab jellegzetes...
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set 6 Bierdemier Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set six period Biedermeier dining chairs. These handsome chair feature hand carved detailing, mixed woods, gilding and newly upholstered seats.
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
A Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
the handsome chest constructed during the Golden Age of Danish furniture (1800-1850) and composed of well-figured mahogany veneer fitted with three drawers inlaid with neoclassical d...
Category
Early 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Wall Mirror
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Mirror from the time circa 1820, from period of Biedermeier, made of walnut deposed with ebonised edges and cuboid in the corner. The mirror glass has a good condition. Very good res...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, France, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Biedermeier chest of drawers was made in 19th Century, originating from France. Crafted with precision and attention to details, construction made of oak and softwood adorned wi...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Oak, Softwood
Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1890
Located in Chorzów, PL
Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1890.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery.
Wood: mahogany
dimensions :
sofa height 113 cm seat height 45...
Category
1890s Norwegian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
A set of four exquisite Biedermeier Chairs, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Step back in time with a captivating set of four Biedermeier chairs, originating from the distinguished craftsmanship of 1820 in southern Germany. Each chair in this exquisite collec...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Biedermeier table, Northern Europe, circa 1860. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier table, Northern Europe, circa 1860. An elegant table, perfect for the living room, after professional renovation.
Wood: mahogany
dimensions: height 66 cm length 110 cm ...
Category
1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Accent Chair in Green Velvet Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Curved Back Vanity Accent Chair
in Plush Green Velvet Chenille
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Curved Back Vanity Accent Chair, a timeless p...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Chenille, Upholstery, Burl
Biedermeier Armchair, South Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover a stunning Biedermeier armchair, exuding timeless elegance and originating from southern Germany around 1820. This exquisite armchair bo...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Magnificent wall mirror frame, bronzed, rounded edges, Biedermeier 1860 Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Magnificent wall mirror, frame from the time of the late Biedermeier, made around 1860-1870, in Austria.
The frame strip is wonderfully designed with two different decorative strip...
Category
1860s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Round table - bench, Northern Europe, late 19th century. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique table with a round top, Northern Europe, around 1890.
The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 59 cm / diameter 94 cm
Category
1890s Norwegian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique chest of drawers - post, Northern Europe, late 19th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from around 1880, Northern Europe.
Furniture in good condition, currently undergoing renovation.
Dimensions: height 144 cm / width 65 cm / depth 51 cm
Category
1880s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th century Side Table, Germany 1830
Located in Belmont, MA
Discover a Biedermeier side table adorned with graceful curved legs, showcasing timeless elegance. This charming piece boasts a single central drawer complete with its original knob,...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pillar cabinet / half cabinet, Biedermeier around 1825/30 Walnut
Located in Münster, DE
Half cupboard, Biedermeier around 1825/30, walnut veneered, 1 hinged door, 1 drawer, shelves, restored condition, shellac hand polish
Height: 152 cm, width: 73 cm, depth 41.5 cm
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Decorative wall Mirror, Frame, wood stucco, gold, rounded edges, 1840s, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Extraordinary wall mirror, frame, an original from the 1840s from Austria.
The frame is made of wood, the substructure is placed in an overlapping manner - typical for this period. ...
Category
1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Stucco, Wood
Chest of drawers - bar, Northern Europe, around 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers - post from around 1870, Northern Europe.
Dimensions: height 152 cm / width 61 cm / depth 40 cm
Category
1870s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pillar cabinet / half cabinet, Biedermeier around 1835 cherrywood
Located in Münster, DE
Pillar cabinet / half cabinet, Biedermeier around 1835, cherry veneered, 1 hinged door with neo-Gothic pointed arch panel, 1 drawer, rounded sides, shelves, restored condition, shell...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Cherry
Zoological Original Lithograph Featuring "the Leopard" from 1831-35
Located in Hamburg, DE
Transport yourself to the Biedermeier era with this exquisite and rare original lithograph from the book "Neue Bildergalerie der Jugend." Published between 1831 and 1835 by Carl Hell...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Paper
Restored Biedermeier Armchair, Walnut Veneer, Spruce, Oak, Czech, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process.
It has been reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia. P...
Category
Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce
Antique Original Biedermeier chest of drawers, 20th century
Located in Kerepes, HU
Bemutatjuk Önnek ezt a különleges komódé , Biedermeier stílusban.
A bemutatott darab korának megfelelő állapotban van.
A furnéron kis hibák, láthatók de Azonnal használható.
Category
Early 20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Hickory White China Cabinet Biedermeier Genesis Collection
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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1980s American Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Satinwood, Glass
Zoological Original Lithograph Featuring "the Gibbon monkey" from 1831-35
Located in Hamburg, DE
Transport yourself to the Biedermeier era with this exquisite and rare original lithograph from the book "Neue Bildergalerie der Jugend." Published between 1831 and 1835 by Carl Hell...
Category
1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Paper
Biedermeier furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, Morelato, Viennese Manufactory, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $98,800 while the average work can sell for $4,268.
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