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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19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Chair
Located in Berlin, DE
Very elegant Biedermeier chair circa 1825 mahogany. Solid mahogany. Trapezoidal frame on saber-shaped legs. High-profile, profile-backed backrest Framing with wide top and middle web...
Wood, Mahogany
Antique French Biedermeier Fruitwood Buffet c. Mid 19th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
This elegant French buffet from the mid-19th century embodies the refined simplicity of the Biedermeier period, brought to life in richly hued fruitwood. Likely crafted in provincial...
Fruitwood
Augarten Vienna Mocha Tea Set Six Persons Maria Theresia Form Schubert
By Augarten Porzellanmanufaktur
Located in Vienna, AT
We invite you here to look at a splendid as well as nicest Augarten Vienna Mocha & Tea Set for six persons: This Augarten tea set is of finest elegance due to its delicate green monochrome paintings depicting various flower's blossoms with leaves as well as due to golden painted edges. FORM SCHUBERT described by Augarten manufactory: The Classic “SCHUBERT” shape dates back to the Biedermeier era - a period in the 19th century that captured the true spirit of the 'Viennese' style of the time. Floral patterns which had a particularly elegant and delicate look nestled on the round shape were typical of the Biedermeier era. - Especially the decoration “Maria Theresia” - once designed for the hunting lodge of Empress Maria Theresia - is of superb & elegant appearance. The deep green of glaze / varnish - nowadays a very special feature of manufactory - had been an exciting innovation during Maria Theresia's reign. This Augarten Mocha & Tea Set for six persons consists of following parts: - a mocha pot...
Porcelain
$3,798Sale Price|20% Off
Francois Nicholas Riss (1804-1886) 19th century Biedermeier childrens portrait
Located in Münster, DE
Francois Nicholas Riss (1804-1886) Portrait of a child signed and dated center left, Riss 1829, oil on canvas, partly retouched, stretcher renewed, framed Dimensions: height 62 cm - width 50,5 cm François Nicholas Riss (1804 Moscow-1886 ibid) Born in Russia, he studied painting in Paris...
Canvas
20th Century Biedermeier Style Corner Cupboard Vitrine
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant corner cupboard in Biedermeier style. Bird’s eye maple root veneer on solid pinewood. Partially ebonized. Two drawered body over prominent overhanging pedestal, internal shel...
Wood, Beech, Birdseye Maple, Pine
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Coffee / Side Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Swedish Biedermeier coffee / occasional table, dating from around the 1840’s period. It is beautifully made from burr birch and ebonised solid wood. The square to...
Birch
$1,850Sale Price|61% Off
Biedermeier Period Wood and Gilt Clock
Located in Montreal, QC
Austrian Biedermeier period gilt and polychromed wood clock. Chiseled gold Swiss movement, signed: P.Francois a' Nion.
Ormolu
Biedermeier Chair, South Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
This elegant Biedermeier chair comes from Southern Germany and dates back to around 1820. The walnut chair stands out for its exquisite shovel back design. The chair showcases slight...
Walnut
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Table Mirror, Ebony & Fruitwood, Shield Frame, Circa 1840
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rare Biedermeier standing table mirror in ebony and fruitwood. The shield shaped frame is supporting an oval mirror surmounted by two facing ebonized Egyptian sphynx...
Fruitwood
19th Century Biedermeier Style Three-Sided Glazed Glass Vitrine
Located in Berlin, DE
Three-sided glazed glass vitrine around 1825 in the sense of Karl Friedrich Schinkel. High-quality solid softwood. Recessed frame box. Architecturally arranged front with flanking ...
Glass, Softwood, Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Style Three-Sided Glazed Vitrine
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Biedermeier three-sided glazed vitrine, circa 1830. High-quality Cuba mahogany on solid softwood. An obliging frame box on round feet. Architecturally arranged front with ...
Wood, Mahogany, Softwood
20th Century Vienna Biedermeier Style Secretaire after Johann Härle
By Johann Härle
Located in Berlin, DE
Aristocratic secretaire of Vienna Biedermeier after Johann Härle, 1813. Highly valuable bird’s-eye maple root veneer on solid pinewood, partially ebonized, crested with classicist m...
Wood, Pine, Birdseye Maple
Original Antique Round Biedermeier Folding Table, circa 1820 Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Mahogany on solid wood. Eightfold bent column shaft. Beneath it there are three volute-shaped curved legs. Straight cheeks for round tabletop. A strict form of early-Biedermeier time...
Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Commode with Ebonized Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome German Walnut Biedermeier commode with ebonized details. Featuring very fine wood grain and four drawers for storage. A superb piece with exceptional quality!!
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very handsome German 19th century Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece has nice ebonized details and a beautiful finish. Ample storage as well!
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Couple
Located in Berlin, DE
Biedermeier portrait of a couple, circa 1830-1850. Two elaborately restored portraits painted on a new wedge frame. Oil on canvas with gold frame.
Canvas
20th Century Biedermeier Style Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Basket chandelier in Biedermeier style. Finely engraved, silver gilded brass. Hangings from finely ground crystal. (F-Ra-28).
Brass
Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Chair
By Biedermeier
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Biedermeier Style Carved and Inlaid Silk Upholstered Armchair This exquisite antique Austrian Biedermeier style armchair is a beautifully crafted and hand-carved piece. It h...
Silk, Wood
Fishing Boats Near Saintes Maries Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an impressionist seascape painting titled "Fishing Boats Near Saintes Maries" done in gold tone pen and ink Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Paint
Two Girls at a Window Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a portrait painting titled "Two Girls at a Window" showing two women looking out of an open window
Paint
Copy of a Portrait of an Admiral
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a portrait painting of an Admiral in blue dress uniform with red sash full of medals
Ash
Azealas Painting with Woman in Sun Room
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an interior scene painting titled "Azealas" showing a woman in Victorian dress in a sun room
Paint
Beach at Schevenigen Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a landscape painting titled "Beach at Schevenigen" showing figures unloading boats
Paint
The Letter Painting with Woman in Red
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an interior scene painting titled "The Letter" showing a woman in a red and white gown penning a letter
Paint
Girl Interrupted at Her Music Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a Dutch master style painting titled "Girl Interrupted at Her Music" with girl seated under window
Paint
$1,794Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of six Amalgam Glass Goblets, Biedermeier, Peasant Silver, Circa 1860's.
Located in Praha, CZ
A beautiful set of 6 pieces of antique, so-called amalgam glass, which was produced in Bohemia since 1860 as a luxury item, so-called peasant Silver The cups are made of hollow glass...
Silver Plate
Pair of Outdoor White Painted Folding Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of outdoor white painted folding side chairs with metal frames and 2 slat back and 7 slat seat
Metal
$5,500
Dutch Flemish Still Life
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a Dutch Flemish still life painting titled "A Table of Desserts" showing wine, fruits and pie in copious amounts Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Paint
Landscape of Houses in the Woods
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of Impressionist landscape painting showing houses nestled in woods on a hillside
Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier walnut commode. Exceptional finish on this piece and 3 drawers for storage. Superb!! Circa 1820. 44.5x 23d x 36h
Walnut
Continental German Terra-Cotta Mash
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (late 19th Cent) sculpted terra-cotta master mask mold of a laughing Grotesque face with a furrowed brow displayed on a square black marble base stand (part of 39 ...
Marble
Continental Dutch Blue and White Hand Painted DIsplay Plate
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Dutch (18th Century) blue and white decorated charger / plate with a centered scene of a person on a lake fishing surrounded by floral patterns
Porcelain
Vintage Late 20th Century Boho Burl Wood Urn Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho table lamps. Chic Burl wood urns with a Biedermeier motif. Monumental in size and drama. Fully restored with all new wiring and hardware. Acquired fro...
Wood
Antique Meissen Porcelain Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers, Ca 1900
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique Meissen porcelain vase with hand-painted flowers. Purple and gold decoration. Ca. 1900. Measures: 19.5 x 11 cm. In excellen...
Porcelain
Biedermeier Chimney Clock with Inlays, circa 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
Rosewood with tendril and thread inserts. Rectangular base with four columns and the clock hung under the architrave. Dial Email. Gold-plated brass bezel and decorated gold compensat...
Beech
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Mahogany Center
Located in Dallas, TX
The Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Mahogany Center Table is classic piece with antique roots. This elegant table showcases the Biede...
Mahogany
Classical Basket Chandelier in antique Biedermeier Style glazed
Located in Berlin, DE
Finely engraved bronze. Net grid with hand ground crystal stones.
Brass
Dutch Vitrine in antique Biedermeier Style Intarsia Work birch inlay
Located in Berlin, DE
Light mahogany on solid wood. Exceptionally rich intarsia work. 2 doors with glass.
Birch
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table or Pembroke Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Original Biedermeier folding table or Pembroke table, circa 1825-1830. Gorgeous mahogany on pinewood. Straight edging base on conical squares...
Wood, Mahogany, Pine
KPM Berlin Porcelain Picture Plaque Portrait of a Girl with Veil, ca 1830
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of a girl in oriental-style clothing with a headdress and veil in a scenic setting. In original, gilded wood frame with acanthus leaf and oak leaf garland carving. Manuf...
Porcelain, Wood
Antique Vienna Biedermeier Silver Sugar Box With Pear Knob, by Thomas Dub, 1863
Located in Vienna, AT
Biedermeier silver sugar bowl in rectangular basic form on four rocaille feet, the walls of the container drawn in towards the top and provided with folds, which run straight on the ...
Silver
Lyra Secretaire in antique Vienna Biedermeier Style Majestic Work maple veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Highly valuable bird’s-eye maple root veneer on solid pinewood. This so called Lyre secretaire Is the crowning of all European Furniture Art of The Biedermeier Period. Paw Feet and ...
Maple
Antique Bohemian Overlay Enamelled Glass Sugar Bowl, Bonbonniere, Candy Box
Located in Rostock, MV
An exceptional museum quality sugar bowl with cover and saucer in ruby red overlay glass with enamel and gilding decoration ruby cased cut clear-galss, richly cut and hand-painted a...
Enamel
Early 19th Century Oil Painting French Family Portrait
Located in 263-0031, JP
The term “Biedermeier” was first wielded as mildly disparaging designation for the bourgeois domesticity, so idealized by German society in the post-Napoleonic era prior to the 1848 ...
Canvas
A fine 19th century Austrian Biedermeier walnut and ebonized centertable
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine and rare 19th century Austrian Biedermeier walnut and ebonized centertable or breakfast table. Having 4 legs and a platform base in ebonized wood . The top and the single draw...
Walnut
Unique Marble Column with Natural Grain
Located in Berlin, DE
Black marble with grey-white grain. Stepped round foot in distended shank. Ovoider body, slightly rising neck and broad arched edge. This column can be divided in five pieces. Ve...
Marble
Antique Biedermeier Ladies Portrait / Painting, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Biedermeier ladies portrait / painting, 19th century. Oil on canvas. Masterfully high quality representation of a lady in a blue dress and o...
Canvas
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Pyramid Cupboard
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid, light mahogany and ash. Strong conical body with hatbox. Partially ebonised. (O-224).
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century antique Biedermeier Corner Cupboard Cuba Mahogany Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Cuba mahogany on pinewood. Straight casted two-door body on profile-framed base. Slightly protruding top plate. Recessed, one-Lane grille-glazed top, flanked by adjusted columns with fine ornament-carved base and capitals. Stepped profile gable with cantilevered so-called Schinkeldach. Internal shelving. The corner cabinet is in an unrestored condition with a warm patina grown over decades. This corner display case...
Mahogany
Pair of Biedermeier Giltwood Three-Light Sconces. Spectacular Water gilding.
Located in Buchanan, MI
A pair of Biedermeier giltwood three-light sconces. Measures: Height 12 1/2 x width 17 inches. Excellent condition. Beautiful watergilding.
Giltwood
19th Century antique Marquetry Table Around 1850/60
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique marquetry table Complex inlay work Probably Italy around 1850/1860 Walnut and many fruit woods such as plum Cherry pear etc. Age...
Wood
Antique Bohemian Opaline Enamelled Glass Set by Moser, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
Exceptional 3-Piece Set of Opaline Alabaster Glass by Moser – Vase, Goblet, and Serving Bowl – Circa 1860 A stunning 3-piece set of opaline alabaster glass by Moser, consisting of a...
Enamel
A beutiful satinwood birch and ebony Bieder
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century German Biedermeier satinwood birch work table
Birch, Ebony, Satinwood
Biedermeier 'Hungarian' '19th-20th Century' Elm Wood End Table
Located in Queens, NY
Biedermeier (Hungarian) (19th-20th century) elmwood end table with double pedestal base connected with a stretcher and a drawer.
Elm
Austrian Biedermeier Style Maple End Table
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Biedermeier-style (19th Century) maple inlaid pedestal base end table with octagonal top.
Maple
Austrian Biedermeier Ash Wood End Table
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Biedermeier (19th Century) round ash wood end table with scroll leg and open cradle base with flip top.
Ash
Museum Biedermeier Secretary Signed by Adolph Friedrich Voigt, circa 1825
Located in Berlin, DE
Museum Biedermeier secretary signed by Adolph Friedrich Voigt, circa 1825 Fire-gilt fittings. High quality Cuba mahogany on solid linden wood. Architecturally structured front. Rect...
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century Original Biedermeier Sewing Table circa 1835 with Mahogany Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Mahogany on massive pine. Curved cover plate on column shaft ending in four curly feet.
Mahogany
Set Biedermeier Arm Chairs Mahogany Seats 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an elegant set of four Biedermeier arm chairs Frame & Wood: Crafted from rich, warm-toned mahogany with a smooth polished finish, displaying the fine grain characteri...
Wood
$9,500 / set
Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Gilt Armchairs
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