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 Ships From: USA
Style: Biedermeier
Biedermeier Semainier or Tallboy Chest on Chest of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Danish semainier or tall boy (chest-on-chest) from the 19th century, featuring a Biedermeier design of flame-cut mahogany - canopy top over seven graduating, locking drawers w...
Category
19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1995 Neo Classic Biedermeier Style Thomasville Grand Classic Console Sofa Table
By Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous 1995 Biedermeier Neoclassic Revival & Empire Style Thomasville Grand Classics line console or sofa table comprised of a maple frame, black painted column legs w/brass detail...
Category
1990s American Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Biedermeier Chess Table, Germany 1820-1830
Located in Belmont, MA
This unique Biedermeier chess table comes from Southern Germany and dates back to around 1820-30. The round table has a central column and a pretty walnut veneer. The top is decorated with an inlaid chess board...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Biedermeier Style Upholstered Arm Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Biedermeier style upholstered arm chair with marquetry inlay on cresting rail and apron. The chair upholstered in a neutral woven fabric with geometric motif having double welting co...
Category
19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Birch Biedermeier Sofa Bench, circa 1880-1900
Located in Round Top, TX
This Swedish Biedermeier sofa is made stunning by the birch veneer. The substantial lines and presence of this bench will make a dramatic impact in any setting.
Frame is solid, stabl...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Early 19th Biedermeier Settee with Scroll Arms and Curved Back in Birch Wood
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Biedermeier settee with modern velvet upholstery, curved back, scrolled arms terminating in tapered splayed legs.
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Dresser from 1820, Southern Germany. This remarkable Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating back to 1820 and originating from Southern Germany, is a true t...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Swedish Mahogany Chiffonje, Writing Agency - Cabinet by Karl Johan
By Karl Johan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique Swedish Biedermeier writing agency, secretary table made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Mahogany with a writing flap, designed by Karl-Johan in goo...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Biedermeier Cylinder Roll Top Desk with drawers
By Biedermeier
Located in Pasadena, TX
A fine example of a classic Biedermeier design desk. Clad in fine mahogany veneer and sophisticatedly book matched, the roll top is just the beginning. The interior is done in a beau...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large 19th Century Danish Inlaid Biedermeyer Wall or Floor Mirror
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large 19th Century Danish inlaid Biedermeyer wall or floor mirror
The inlaid wood is done with three different colors.
The mirror has the original mirr...
Category
Early 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Fruitwood
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...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Biedermeier Period Burlwood Table Cabinet Of Curiosities Wunderkammer 19th C.
Located in Forney, TX
A fine Biedermeier Period (1815-1848) walnut maple burlwood marquetry table cabinet - wunderkammer (cabinet of curiosities) with fifteen drawers and concealed secret compartments, circa 1820.
This architectural curiosity cabinet is a testament to the ingenuity and artistry of European craftsmen from the early 19th century. The highly figured quilted wood grain, warm rich burled walnut panels, and hand sculpted and molded ebonized wood exterior boasts a dark, lustrous sheen, while delicate hand carved details adorn its surface, showcasing the finesse and precision of its creator.
Probably Southern Germany, most likely Augsburg, having a rectangular raised top with visible hand cut dovetail joint case housing a single drawer, over exquisite stepped moulded ebony transition into large double door cabinet with the original hand forged iron hardware, opening to reveal an interior fitted with eleven drawers surrounding a single locking cupboard door, unlocking to reveal a stunning eight-pointed star marquetry inlaid spring loaded niche panel with hidden release, when triggered the niche slides out to reveal a trio of hidden storage compartments, including a deep bin and two small hidden drawers for the owners most precious valuables. Rising on shaped ebonized wood molding, over a distinctive masculine scalloped skirt, resting on ball feet.
Every inch of this remarkable antique cabinet reflects the warmth and depth of European craftsmanship during the early 19th century — a period celebrated for its quality, superior craftsmanship, comfort, and viewpoint furniture was meant to be publicly displayed. The intricate detailing, exotic and expensive materials, ingenuity and artistry transport you to a time of sophisticated elegance and refinement.
Place this exceptional cabinet in a distinguished office or collectors study, an opulent living room, as a monumental jewelry...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of German Biedermeier commodes from the 19th century. With an antique classification, these commodes showcase a timeless design and craftsmanship characteristic of the ...
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Outdoor Painted Wooden Garden Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor painted wood backless garden bench with carved scroll side base
Category
20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Biedermeier Style Ebonzed Birch Four Drawer Chest Nightstand Circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Biedermeier Style Birch 4 Drawer Chest. Birch case with Ebonized accents . 4 dovetail drawers. Rosewood escutcheons. Light surface scratches. Splits in wood.
DImensions: 33 1/2" ...
Category
20th Century American Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Swedish Birch Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Swedish burled birch club chair with a "molded" frame. Recently restored and upholstered.
Category
19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Biedermeier Fruitwood and Ash Side Table, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Biedermeier early 19th century side table in ash and fruitwood with concave formed top, drawer in frieze and lower shelf joined by tapered splayed legs.
Category
Early 19th Century Baltic Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Ash, Fruitwood
Biedermeier Secretary Desk, South German, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier secretary desk, South German 1820. This unique and very beautiful secretary desk dates back to the early phase of the Biedermeie...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Elm, Walnut
A pair of Antique French Art Deco Side Tables With Drawer & Unique Twist Base
Located in Charleston, SC
This unique French side table features Art Deco styling with its interesting base crafted with three curved and twisted wooden legs which attach to a triangular base atop three ball ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs, Germany 1820, Cherry
Located in Belmont, MA
This pair of Biedermeier Armchairs dates back to around 1820 and comes from southern Germany. It has a very pretty plain design. The s-shaped armrests end in a volute. The armchairs come refinished and reupholstered. The seats and backs are covered with a pretty black and white striped woven Jacquard fabric by Jab Anstoetz...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Antique Biedermeier Austrian Country Secretary Bookcase Desk, Early 19th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Early 19th Century Biedermeier Austrian Country secretary bookcase desk
Additional information:
Materials: Fruitwood
Color: Sienna
Peri...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Biedermeier Daybed
By Biedermeier
Located in Millbrook, NY
Stunning Biedermeier Daybed freshly upholstered in varied green stripe linen fabric. Excellent example of the simplicity and elegance of Biedermeier design. Gorgeous Walnut detailing...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down
Early 19th Century Game Table, South German, 1810-20
Located in Belmont, MA
This unique game table dates back to the early phase of the Biedermeier period.
It comes from Southern Germany. The game table has a beautiful walnut root veneer on top and apron. ...
Category
1810s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
1980s American Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Biedermeier Canape
Located in Hudson, NY
An Austrian Biedermeier style small pedestal sofa in fruitwood represents the high point in this design form. Amazing in its day the style is sleek and dramatic and still is to this ...
Category
1940s Austrian Vintage Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Important Painted, Spanish Terracotta Urns
Located in Miami, FL
19th century important painted, Spanish terracotta urns.
Spectacular reliefs and colors.
Category
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Biedermeier Emerald Cut Crystal Oval Octagonal Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Biedermeier Emerald Cut Crystal Oval Octagonal Vase
European, Austrian or Bohemia, Circa 1860s
A quietly stunning example of 19th-century B...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal
20th Century Pair of Biedermeier Nightstands with One Drawer & Door
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of antique Biedermeier style bedside cabinets, late 19th-early 20th century, possibly French or Spanish, each in oblong rectangular form, wood top over a conforming case fitted ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Marble
Austrian Biedermeier klismos chair, c. 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Klismos side chair with leather upholstered seat, brass tack trim, deep yoke back, and turned front legs.
Austria, circa 1820.
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Veneered Walnut Console Table, Antique End Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rectangular, freestanding antique German Biedermeier console table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut, in good condition. The top of the small end, side ...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Armoire, walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Classic example of an original Biedermeier armoire dating back to the early phase of the Biedermeier style around 1820.
The wardrobe stands out for its beautiful walnut veneer on sid...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Polished Walnut Foldable, Antique Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, antique early German Biedermeier center table made of hand crafted shellac polished Walnut, in good condition. The top of the detailed dining table is foldable, particularized by a star-shaped veneer pattern...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Pinewood Commode - Antique Single Bed Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A blue-grey, single antique German Biedermeier commode made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The detailed bed side table is composed with three large drawers, enh...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal
Switzerland Mahogany Ebonized Hinged Music Box with Three Cylinders, C. 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Rare Switzerland mahogany & ebonized hinged music box with the original crank, three interior paper labels, and cylinders. Music box is stamped by maker and is In working condition, ...
Category
1880s Swiss Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Steel
Biedermeier Fruitwood Table
Located in Essex, MA
Circular top with figured design over a frieze with a drawer. Circular turned support ending on a tripartite plinth base with flattened bun feet.
Category
1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
19th Century Biedermeier Mirrors
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century Biedermeier mirrors, Germany, circa 19th century. These are extremely well made with beautifully grained bookmatched walnut frame...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Pedestal Table with Marquetry Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Biedermeier period walnut center table from the 19th century with circular marquetry top, radiating motifs and pedestal base. This 19th-century Biedermeier period walnut center tab...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
20th French Century Marble Top Walnut Console Table with Drawer
Located in Miami, FL
Walnut console table with four curved legs with a drawer and a marble top.
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Marble
Austrian Biedermeier Mahogany Pier Mirror
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Biedermeier mahogany and crotch mahogany veneered pier mirror with cornice above a paneled and arched entablature. The entablature is supported by mahogany half columns which flank a looking glass above an architectural plinth...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
Vintage Boho Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs- Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your dining space with timeless elegance and boho flair with this set of four Vintage Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these chai...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Biedermeier Dresser, South Germany 1820, Cherry
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier dresser, South Germany 1820.
This Classic original Biedermeier dresser has a very pretty cherry veneer. Additionally, it is decorated with two ebonized half-columns.
Apa...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Belgian 17th Century Aubusson Tapestry of Forest Scene
Located in Queens, NY
Belgian style (17th Century) horizontal Aubusson style tapestry of crane and fox in landscape with border (prior in collection of the Cincinnati Museum of Art).
Condition: (Antique...
Category
17th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Octagonal Ashwood Occasional Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An octagonal, occasional antique Austrian Biedermeier side table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Ashwood, in good condition. The top of the petite end table is...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Stone, Metal, Brass
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Period Topographical Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique German Biedermeier period topographical porcelain cup and saucer.
The front decorated with a finely hand painted depiction of ...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 4 Biedermeier Chairs, South German, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of 4 Biedermeier chairs dates back to around 1820 and comes from southern Germany. The chairs feature a pretty cherry veneer. The back shows a very unusual interlacing eboni...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
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
Late Biedermeier Dining Table, Sweden 1880
Located in New York, NY
An elegant dining table from the end of the 19th century that extends easily for additional guests. All facing surfaces are veneered in birch, stained to a rich caramel color. The e...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Biedermeier Mahogany Ebonized and Parcel-Gilt Globe Form Work Desk
Located in Queens, NY
Biedermeier (19th Century) globe-form work desk with a mahogany structure that opens to reveal a several small compartments, with parcel gilt and ebonized detail, with applied lions'...
Category
19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Giltwood
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Veneered Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, antique German Biedermeier single chest made of handcrafted shellac polished veneered Cherrywood, in very good condition. The detailed cabi...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Cherrywood Center Table - Antique Serving Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, antique German Biedermeier center table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut, in good condition. The small serving table is consisting a wide apron ...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Set of 4 Austrian Burl Wood Spoon Back Stripe Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Austrian Biedermeier-style chairs with burl wood veneer spoon backs and angled slip seat cushions upholstered in a blue and white striped fabric. (PRICED AS Set)
Minor wear...
Category
20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Burl
Austrian Antique Silver Flatware 6 person
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Austrian silver flatware set for 6 persons. With marks for Austrian Imperial silver and initials . Forks and knives have silver handles, as originally intended.The teaspoons ...
Category
1860s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Silver
Biedermeier Table, South Germany, 1820-30
Located in Belmont, MA
This original Biedermeier table dates back to around 1820-30 and comes from Southern Germany. The table has a central column which stands on a trefoil base. All parts have a very pretty cherry veneer. The top is decorated with a piecrust cherry veneer. It comes refinished with a shellack finish, but still has signs of its 200 year old age.
This perfect center table for an entrance or it would work well as a dining table for 4...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
19th Century German Pair of Biedermeier Mahogany Podiums - Antique Pedestals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier pair of podiums made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. Each of the detailed pedestals a...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal
French Biedermeier Mahogany Carved Console Table with Drawer
Located in Miami, FL
A Scandinavian mahogany early 19th century Empire table or console. This antique Swedish Biedermeier piece has a drawer with its original wor...
Category
Early 20th Century European Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Biedermeier Scroll Form Arm Chairs in Hand Finished Burled Elm
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and sculptural pair of Biedermeier arm chairs were realized in Austria circa 1880. Realized in a stunning burled elm- showcasing the sumptuous natural grain of the wood-...
Category
1880s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Huge Biedermeier Style Arched Mantel Wall Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Biedermeier Style Arched Mantel Wall Mirror
Category
Early 2000s Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
19th Century German Set of Six Antique Biedermeier Walnut Dining Room Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier set of six dining room chairs made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Walnut, in good condition. The side chairs have an open, detailed carved ba...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Ebony
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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