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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Style: Biedermeier
Period: 19th Century
19th Century German Pair of Biedermeier Mahogany Pedestals - Antique Podiums
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique early pair of German Biedermeier pedestals made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. Each of the detailed podiums are composed with three shelving, consisting its original brass hardware and keys, supported by a thick wooden...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Venetian Credenza Sideboard Mid 19th Century Biedermeier in Walnut wax polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
All original, elegant and important Venetian sideboard from the mid-19th century, Biedermeier period, in solid walnut and walnut veneer, with two doors and two drawers, wax polished
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Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden and date from around the 1870-1890 period.
They are of superb quality, ...
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1870s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Biedermeier living room set, Northern Europe, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier living room set, Northern Europe, circa 1880.
Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery.
Wood: mahogany
dimensions :
sofa heigh...
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1880s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Empire sofa settle couch in the country style with a wealth of appliqué decoration on the front panels, arms and legs. Measure: 215cm.
It is finished in ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Side Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Dear Sir/Madam,
We are proud to present this remarkable Biedermeier walnut table, crafted in Vienna circa 1825, an exceptional example of the artistry and refinement characteristic ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique sofa in Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1840.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier sofa. An antique piece of furniture with a beautiful form will give elegance to any interior. A couch with a classic stile outline, upholstered with an elegant fabric on ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Biedermeier Sewing Table Made of Walnut Wood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very nice sewing table with a fine veneer picture, walnut veneer on pinewood body. The Side table dates back to the Biedermeier period. In very good restored condition.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Walnut Bergeres. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional pair of Viennese upholstered Biedermeier bergeres from c. 1825 are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent cra...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
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.
Category
1820s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Suede, Beech, Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Period Topographical Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful setting of two china porcelain pieces, made in Germany, in the mid 19th Century. All items are in very good condition with no chips, cracks, or flea bites, only a view mi...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Salon Table, Antique Round Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique Austrian center table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut, in good condition. The round Viennese salon table is composed with...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian 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
Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Color 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
Delicious and unusual set of 6 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1900 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this exceptional oval writing table, a masterpiece from the early Biedermeier period, crafted in Vienna circa 1825. This exquisite piece, attributed to th...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Armchair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello,
This elegant and truly exceptional early Viennese Biedermeier armchair was made in circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportion...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Birch Sofa Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Biederemier birch drop leaf sofa table, circa 1835. With a rectangular birch top with two drop leaves, a drawer in the frieze, an ebonized pedestal and four down swept feet. The birc...
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch, Pine, Lacquer
19th Century German Biedermeier Cherrywood Secretaire - Antique Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier tall secretaire with a writing flap made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Cherrywood and Burlwood, in good condition. The ...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console 46"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German Biedermeier dresser / chest of drawers / console. Made of cherry featuring rectangular form with wavecrest design and two drawers supported by tapered legs. Circa mi...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Center Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello,
This exceptional Biedermeier walnut pedestal table was made in Vienna, c. 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined des...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Small grey Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant small Biedermeier commode standing on tall, curved legs. The piece features two drawers with diamond-shaped key escutcheons. It has been newly finished in gray and white with...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Spruce
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Cherry Wood, Germany, Mid 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Biedermeier chest of drawers from Mid 19th Century. This piece of furniture comes from Germany. It was made of coniferous wood and veneered with beautiful cherry wood. It features 2 ...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Birdseye Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany Ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvellous 19th century birdseye maple Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in Bavaria/ Germany. This exceptional antique Biedermeier commode...
Category
Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Spruce
19th Century Small, Single-Door Biedermeier Wardrobe, Austria, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Small Biedermeier Wardrobe
Austria
Walnut
Biedermeier circa 1830
Dimensions: H x W x D: 165 x 91 x 45 cm
Description:
Very small, single-door cabinet from the Austrian Biedermeier...
Category
1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
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
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
1890 Biedermeier Style Drum Tables with Drawer and Door
Located in Miami, FL
Biedermeier drum form nightstands/bedside tables that could also serve as dry bar cabinets, side tables, or lamp tables. Heirloom-quality furniture that will last a lifetime. Each p...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Silver Wine Hydrometer in Original Turned Wood Case
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique cased silver hydrometer, likely English and dating to the early 19th century. This finely crafted instrument was designed to determine the density of liquids with precision, ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Silver
Kpm, Berlin, Chocolate Cup Hand Painted with Green Flowers and Gold Decoration
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KPM, Berlin.
Chocolate cup hand-painted with green flowers and gold decoration.
Marked.
Mid-19th century.
First factory quality.
In excellent conditi...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Biedermeier Set of Six Chairs & Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello,
We would like to offer you this fine Biedermeier set of six chairs and the large round table.
The set was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Vie...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry, Walnut
Late 19th-Century Biedermeier Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers showcases Scandinavian craftsmanship from the early 20th century.
Material: Solid oak with oak veneer
Design: Classic Biedermeier style, ch...
Category
Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Eight Biedermeier Dining Chairs, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Set of eight Biedermeier chairs made of cherry wood with burl inlays on the slightly curved backrests. The seats are upholstered in black striped fabric.
Category
1820s Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Semainier Seven Drawer Chest. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This truly exquisite, early Biedermeier semainier seven drawer chest was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Armchairs, Northern Europe, circa 1890. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of antique armchairs from the late 19th century.
Furniture in very good condition, professionally renovated. The seats and backrests of the seats have been covered with new f...
Category
1890s Norwegian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
Biedermeier secretaire, circa 1830
Located in London, GB
A Biedermeier secre´taire a` abattant of unusual tapered form, goncalo alves with ebonized, inlaid and pewter decoration, and an enclosed fitted interior, Russian/Baltic, circa 1830.
Category
1820s Baltic Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Very Rare Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers from Castle Carlsruhe
Located in Greven, DE
"Egyptian chest of drawers" from Carlsruhe Castle Silesia
Wroclaw
Curly maple, maple burl
circa 1810
Probably Breslau around 1810, after a model from "La Mésangère" published in 18...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Maple
19th Century Biedermeier Cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Cabinet,
Austria, 1830
Birchwood,
Biedermeier two door cabinet standing on four block feet with harmonious birch...
Category
1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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
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
Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Mixed Set of 16 Flame Qulit Golden Birch 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
Biedermeier dining chairs in rare mixed set of 18 antique Swedish with flame + quilt golden birch veneers with the distinctive curved seat back, differing carved central motifs and g...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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...
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Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
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
19th Century Antique Biedermeier Cherrywood Chest of drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Biedermeier Chest of drawers, South Germany ca. 1820
The chest with three drawers is standing on four solid block feets.
Cherry wood veneered on softwood. Continuous grain from the...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Swedish Biedermeier Round Table Tiger Stripe Golden Birch Honey, 19th Century A
Located in Lewes, England
Unusual antique Swedish Biedermeier circular occasional table in stunning tiger stripe and golden birch veneers and four elegant slim curved feet.
The pedestal column in particular ...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello,
This stunning Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticate...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Serpentine Birch Austrian German Biedermeier Sofa Settee 1860s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Biedermeier restored 2 seat sofa. Bought from Atelier De Greef/Georges De Greef. He is part of the Art Restorers Association. He is also the official of the Milan Museum for the rec...
Category
1860s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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 Biedermeier Nutwood Trumeau Commode, Austria circa 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvellous 19th century nutwood "trumeau" commode from the famous Biedermeier period around 1830 in Vienna/ Austria. Elaborately veneered with absolutely amazing looking bookmatched ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Very Rare Antique Biedermeier Walnut Architect's Drawing Table, Commode or Chest
Located in Lisse, NL
Extraordinary walnut veneered architects drawing table and chest of drawers into one.
This amazing quality and excellent condition chest and drawing table was handcrafted in the 19t...
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Walnut Biedermeier Casket
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Very beautiful box from the Biedermeier period, made of walnut veneer on a spruce body, the bottom of the box is solid walnut. In the box there is a mirror in the lid and the upper p...
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Spruce
Biedermeier Center Table, Cherry Wood and Veneer, Austria circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Round Biedermeier Center Table from Austria around 1820. Cherry wood veneered and solid. Star-shaped veneer on the top.
Beautiful hexagonal vase base with ebonized parts. Restored co...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Softwood
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
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
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...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
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
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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