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.
19th Century German Biedermeier Blue Ceramic Vase with Speckled Design
Located in Queens, NY
German mid-century style blue and white speckled ceramic vase with elongated handles and long taped neck
Ceramic
Set of Six Biedermeier Style Chairs with Suede Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
The product is a set of six walnut Biedermeier style chairs with suede upholstery. Each chair is upholstered in suede, providing a comfortable and luxurious seating option for any ro...
Suede, Walnut
Portal clock Vienna around 1825 with integrated musical mechanism Signed: A.O.
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Portal clock Vienna around 1825 with integrated musical mechanism Signed: “A.Olbrich in Wien” and number 215719157. Alabaster columns, blackened wood, gilded carving in the form of...
Alabaster, Metal
Austrian 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Game Flip Top Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Austrian/Vienna 1st half of 19th century Biedermeier walnut game flip flop top table, ca. 1840: A Biedermeier extending game table made of wal...
Felt, Glass, Walnut
Biedermeier Small Birch Cabinet
Located in Memphis, TN
Small birch Biedermeier cabinet with a single drawer and scrolled feet.
Birch
Set of Ten Mid-19th Century Danish Upholstered Birch Armchairs
Located in Middleburg, VA
An exceptional and cohesive set of ten mid-19th-century Danish armchairs, each exuding the restrained elegance and architectural purity of the Biedermeier period. Crafted in Denmark ...
Metal, Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Secretary Mahogany, 1835
Located in Berlin, DE
Pyramids mahogany on pine tree. Architecturally arranged inner life. Not long ago, the secretary was grounded. Several drawers from inside as well as from outside. With secret compar...
Mahogany
Colored Copper Engraving, Biedermeier Style, Circa 1800, Framed
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Colored copper engravin The colored copper engraving bearing the distinctive monogram “P.B.” and the date “1800” is a captivating relic of artistry and history. This exquisite piece...
Copper
19th Century Biedermeier Basket Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Monumental antique basket chandelier Biedermeier style, circa 1890-1900 Finely chiseled bronze. Basket-shaped body made of hand-wired bead c...
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Biedermeier Commode with Ebonized Details
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century period German Biedermeier walnut commode with ebonized details. A very handsome chest with a gorgeous wood finish! Stunning!!
Walnut
$5,500 / item
Aha! Mirror - William Bates
Located in New York, NY
Carved and painted maple and walnut wood; mirror plate Can be hung in any direction
Mirror, Wood
Brown and Pink Bohemian Armchair Made Out of Walnut, 1820s, Biedermeier Style
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier armchair. This armchair belonged to the heritage of the Dalmberg family from the Bohemian castle in Dacice. Material: Walnut. Completely restored. New fabric. Shella...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Biedermeier cabinets in elm burl - Austria, early 19th century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Elegant pair of elm burl cabinets from the Austro-Hungarian area, dating from the early Biedermeier period, around 1830. The model is extremely restrained and refined, with clean for...
Elm
Rich Baroque Still Life with Fruit, Silverware & Drapery (19th Century)
Located in Berlin, DE
This sumptuous still life is a wonderful celebration of abundance and artistry, painted in the grand Baroque tradition. Arranged upon a stone tabletop and a deep red drapery, the com...
Wood
Biedermeier Wall Mirror, Figured Woods, Original Mirror, Circa 1820 Austria
Located in Hudson, NY
A great looking Beidermeier looking glass. With excellent patina and retaining the original mirror, this is in a terrific state of preservation. Architectural with highly figured Wo...
Mirror, Wood
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, High Gloss, Czechia, 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 chest of drawers (commode) is a superb repr...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Regency Carved Pillar Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of architectural stature and classic warmth to your mantel or dining table with this handsome pair of vintage turned wood candlesticks. Crafted in a Neoclassical or Biede...
Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Style Ceiling Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Classic antique ceiling chandelier in the Biedermeier style, circa 1900. Brass chiseled. Baluster-shaped corpus of hand-wired, faceted glass cords. Broad luster ring outgoing five curved armor arms...
Brass
Small Biedermeier Wall Mirror, Cherry Veneer, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small Biedermeier mirror in cherry veneer and solid wood from South Germany about 1820. Lightly curved cornice. Original mirror glass (clearly visible). Dimensions: H 91 cm / 35....
Metal
Antique Biedermeier Cherrywood Oval Vanity Table & Stool - 2 Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Biedermeier Cherrywood Oval Vanity Table & Stool - 2 Piece This antique Biedermeier vanity table has one drawer and an oval swing mirror with a silk upholstered back. The mi...
Mirror, Cherry
19th Century German Biedermeier Fruitwood Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century German Biedermeier Fruitwood Commode is an antique chest of drawers that exudes vintage charm and craftsmanship. Made in Germany in the mid 19th century, this piece ...
Fruitwood
Charming River Scene by H. Werner – Fisherman’s Family in a Rowboat 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautifully atmospheric 19th-century river scene, signed by H. Werner, captures a tranquil yet lively moment among a fisherman and his family as they work and travel together al...
Wood
Biedermeier Corner Cabinet Flame Mahogany Bookshelf 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A wonderful Biedermeier corner cabinet crafted from beautifully figured flame mahogany Circa 1860 The lower section features a central door with Arch detail, elegantly flanked by tur...
Mahogany
1960´S, Walnut Arm Chair Bierdemeir Style with Bordeaux Leather Upholstery
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Walnut arm chair bierdemeir style with in bordeaux leather upholstery. Dimensions chair Height: 86cm seat 33.85cm. Width: 22.83 in. (58cm). Depth: 19.29 in. (49cm). PRADERA is a...
Wood, Walnut
Set of Three Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Made in Austria, 1820s, Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of Biedermeier chairs, three pieces. Completely restored, new fabric and upholstery included. Source: Austria, Wien Shellac-polish.
Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
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
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
$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
Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs, Made in Czechia, 1840s, Cherry-Tree
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, Wood, Cherry
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 Walnut and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine early 19th century Biedermeier walnut and ebonized commode. Exceptional quality and craftsmanship. An exceptional piece!!
Walnut
Biedermeier Wall Mirror, Cherry Veneer, Brass Decor, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very decorative, large neoclassical Biedermeier wall mirror from around 1820. Cherry veneered on softwood and cherry solid. Hand polished with shellac (french polish). Beautifu...
Brass
19th Century Restored German Biedermeier Table, Made with Mahogany, 1820s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Biedermeier table Completely restored. Shellac polish. Material: Mahogany Source: Germany Period: 1820-1829.
Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
Danhauser Sofa in Viennese Biedermeier Style, Mahogany Veneer on Beechwood
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine canapé / template by Josef Danhauser / Vienna in a Biedermeier style Exotic mahogany on solid beechwood. Intermediate circular sides, star-veneered straight frame. Armrests c...
Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Style Cuba-Mahogany Secretary
Located in Berlin, DE
Classicist secretary, circa 1800-1810. Cuba mahogany on solid softwood partly ebonized. High-right, architecturally designed body on conical legs. In the front three drawers. Straig...
Wood, Mahogany, Softwood
Antique Embroidery Little Girl House Door Vine Flower Bouquet Wall Key Cabinet
Located in Munich, DE
This highly amusing and unusual little wall cabinet for keys is decorated with a charming embroidery picture of a little girl wearing a red dress wi...
Glass, Wool, Wood
Viennese Silver Money Box/Piggy Bank Austrian Biedermeier Dated 1856
By Carl Adolf Kohl
Located in Vienna, AT
AUSTRIAN SILVER MONEY BOX / PIGGY BANK Biedermeier Late Period / dated 1856 EXCELLENTLY MADE LIDDED MONEY BOX STANDING ON SQUARE PLANE BOT...
Silver
Antique Biedermeier Mirror Back Pier Console Table with 2 Marble Top Side Chests
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Biedermeier Mirror Back Pier Console Table with 2 Marble Top Side Chests - 3 Piece Set This set showcases the gorgeous, unparalleled Biedermeier craftsmanship and style. This three piece mid to late nineteenth century burled walnut French Empire styled set includes a pier console table with detailed female figural brass castings, inset back mirrors, and lion's claw feet. The set also includes marble-top burled wood half commodes...
Marble, Brass
19th Century German Walnut Commode with Ebonized Details with Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in the 19th century, this German walnut commode exudes a timeless elegance made of Walnut and ebonized details complemented by exquisite gilt bronze mounts. The commode is de...
Bronze
Restored Biedermeier Chair, Cherry Tree, Rattan, Revived Polish, Austria, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This beautiful chair in Biedermeier style originates from Austria and dates back to the early 19th century. It is made from cherry wood and features the original intact cane weaving....
Rattan, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
Belgian Biedermeier Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is a Biedermeier (circa. 1830s) commode or 3-drawer dresser that has a Birch veneer finish and is embellished with leaf-draped marquetry. It measures 40" W, 18" D, 37" H. N...
Birch
Hand-Painted Biedermeier Wooded Landscape, Late 20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a Dutch Flemish landscape painting titled "Wooded Landscape" showing impenetrable woods
Wood
The Avenue at Middellaruis, Hand-Painted Biedermeier Landscape, 24x31
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an Impressionist landscape painting titled "The Avenue at Middellaruis" showing a tree lined road
Paint
Fishing Boats Near Saintes Maries Seascape Painting, Gold Ink, 16x19
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
Landscape Painting of People Watching Lightning, Antique, 57x71 Inches
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a landscape painting showing people watching lightning strike near classical ruins.
Paint
Hand-Painted Biedermeier Admiral Portrait, Late 20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a portrait painting of an Admiral in blue dress uniform with red sash full of medals
Ash
Azealas Hand-Painted Biedermeier Painting, Late 20th Century, Europe
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of an interior scene painting titled "Azealas" showing a woman in Victorian dress in a sun room
Paint
The Letter Painting, Hand-Painted Biedermeier Style, Late 20th Century
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
Beach at Scheveningen Painting, Hand-Painted Biedermeier Style
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a landscape painting titled "Beach at Schevenigen" showing figures unloading boats
Paint
Girl Interrupted at Music Painting, Hand-Painted, Biedermeier Style
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of a Dutch master style painting titled "Girl Interrupted at Her Music" with girl seated under window
Paint
$1,200
German Plaster Bach Bust
Located in Queens, NY
German white painted plaster bust of Bach
Plaster
Continental German Cut Glass Decanter
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19/20th Century) cut glass decanter with 3 amber etched forest scenes with a deer, bird, and rabbit with a fluted ball stopper.
Glass
Hand-Painted Biedermeier Style Dessert Table, Late 20th Century
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
Hand-Painted Biedermeier Style Landscape with Ford, Late 20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of painting titled "Landscape with Ford" showing foot traffic at a busy stream crossing in a forest Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Paint
Impressionist Landscape Painting of Houses in Woods, Antique, 27x49
Located in Queens, NY
Copy of Impressionist landscape painting showing houses nestled in woods on a hillside
Wood
Dutch Mahogany Veneer Sideboard with Curved Front, Circa 1850
Located in Queens, NY
"Dutch (19th Century) mahogany veneer credenza / sideboard with a curved front, central cabinet door with oval carved and fluted decoration which opens to reveal an open compartment,...
Mahogany
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
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and stripes. Turned on both sides turned columns ...
Wood, Maple
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