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.
$11,500 / set
Set of 8 Biedermeier Style Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 Biedermeier style dining chairs. The chairs are cherry and have walnut burlwood backs.
Cherry, Walnut
19th Century Russian Biedermeier Cherrywood Settee
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a graceful Russian cherrywood Biedermeier settee with a cresting top rail containing centred ebonized oval over upholstered back and seat flanked by fully padded arms above c...
Fabric, Cherry
Early 19th century Swedish pair of Karl Johan stools
Located in London, GB
A nice pair of C19th mahogany veneer Karl Johan stools. Their four curved sabre legs support an oval upholstered deep seat which has over time been upholstered in traditional Damask ...
Mahogany
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...
Mirror, Wood, Fruitwood
1995 Biedermeier Style Thomasville Grand Classics Line Breakfront China Hutch
By Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage 1995 Biedermeier Neoclassic Revival Empire Style Thomasville Grand Classics 2-piece lighted breakfront China hutch comprised of a burled maple & black frame, brass ...
Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Chair. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine Biedermeier side chair was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, exc...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Danish Mahogany Veneer Column Cabinet with Single Door
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Danish column cabinet crafted with mahogany veneer in a slender cylindrical form. The cabinet features a single door flanked by simple fluted carving and bordered by dar...
Mahogany
Swedish Biedermeier Curly Birch Sofa w/Wavy Top Rail
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Biedermeier upholstered sofa, with quilted curly birch veneers, from the mid 19th century. This antique sofa from Sweden has an elegantly swag scallop back top rail with so...
Wood, Birch, Upholstery
Antique German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Cherrywood, Circa 1830
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...
Metal, Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Poplar Wood, Germany ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unique 19th century Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in Bavaria/ Germany. This remarkable antique Biedermeier commode shows a fantastic straight shaped design...
Poplar, Spruce
Biedermeier Sofa Couch Empire Settle Swedish 19th Century 3-4 Seat Loveseat
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Empire sofa in top grade quilted figured veneers in a rich deep French polish finish. Lovely curved legs, arms and back with a fully sprung seat and web...
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this extraordinary Biedermeier tilt-top pedestal table, crafted in Vienna circa 1830—truly an exceptional piece that embodies the highest standards of Vie...
Walnut
Porcelaine de Paris - Coffee cup and saucer 'Litron', late 18th century
Located in DELFT, NL
Elegant cup and saucer, of the model ‘Litron’ with a floral ornament and elaborate gilding. Fair condition; Restoration to handle. Tiny fleebites and little loss of gold along the r...
Porcelain
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Birch Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish Biedermeier secretary bureau crafted in birch veneer with warm golden yellow tones. The clean-lined form includes an upper drawer, central fall-front desk area, ...
Birch
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Seven Drawers Highboy, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Seven Drawers Highboy, Denmark Tall Biedermeier mahogany chest of drawers, also known as a highboy or chiffoniers. Stunning mahogany veneer...
Wood, Mahogany
1990's National Mt. Airy Biedermeier Style Drum Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a touch of elegance to your living space with this remarkable set of National Mt. Airy Biedermeier Style drum form nightstands/bedside tables that could also serve as dry bar cab...
Marble, Brass
Biedermeier Neoclassic Style Thomasville Grand Classics Extension Dining Table
By Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage 1995 Biedermeier Neoclassic Revival Empire Style Thomasville Grand Classics maple extension dining table w/2 leaves. We even have a copy of the 1995 original purchas...
Brass
Biedermeier Secretary Desk, 19th Century, Restored, French Polish Finish
Located in Wrocław, Poland
An elegant 19th century secretary desk, professionally restored to a high standard. The front is adorned with a refined marquetry panel featuring a classical vase motif surrounded b...
Wood
19th Century Southern German Secretaire, Cherry, Biedermeier circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Plain Biedermeier Secretaire South-West Germany Cherry Biedermeier circa 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 149 x 101 x 52 cm Description: Secretary standing on blackened block feet with...
Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Striking Tiger Maple Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant 19th century Biedermeier chest of drawers, showcasing the refined lines and understated sophistication characteristic of the period. This piece is clad in richly figured t...
Wood, Maple
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Georg-Ludwig, Ebonized finish
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This listing is for the Georg-Ludwig chair, one of 24 pieces in our Eclectica Biedermeier collection. The chair is made of solid Italian walnut. Its ebonized finish is achieved with ...
Velvet, Walnut
19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Side Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Side Cabinet is a stylish and elegant piece . Made of high-quality walnut material, this cabinet exudes a classic and timeless charm typical of ...
Brass
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Vitrine. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to offer this truly exceptional early 19th-century Biedermeier walnut vitrine, masterfully crafted in Vienna between 1820 and 1825. This rare and distinguished disp...
Brass
Set of 10 Walnut Biedermeier Style Dining Chairs, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined set of ten walnut dining chairs in the Biedermeier taste, dating to circa 1920. Each chair features a gently curved back with a broad crest rail and a distinctive open spla...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Golden Birch square Pair
Located in Lewes, England
Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Empire antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak color French polish finish with rounded arms...
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Pair Of Walnut Nightstands. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare and Elegant Pair of Viennese Biedermeier Walnut Nightstands – Circa 1825 We are proud to offer an exceptionally rare and refined pair of original Viennese Biedermeier nightstan...
Brass
Biedermeier Round Table in Exceptional Walnut Veneer, Germany, circa 1840
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This fine Biedermeier period round table, was made in Germany, circa 1840, crafted in beautifully figured walnut veneer, embodies timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. The...
Walnut, Pine
Continental Biedermeier Beige Center Table
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Biedermeier style (20th Century) fruitwood pedestal base end / center table with a banded inlaid round top and 3 scroll forms resting on a triangular base
Fruitwood
Baker Furniture Biedermeier Style Burlwood Highboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Furniture Biedermeier Style Burlwood Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 49.5 inches high We take our photos...
Burl
Pair of 21th Century Biedermaier Style Pine Wood Commodes or Night Tables
Located in Madrid, ES
This pair of nightstands is entirely handcrafted from solid pine wood, showcasing the natural grain and warmth of the material. Each piece features two spacious drawers framed with c...
Pine
Biedermeier Console Table, North German, 1820, Mahogany
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier console table, North German, 1820. The curved legs of this beautiful small console table stand on a rectangular concave base. The console tab...
Mahogany
Original Asian-Style Small Cabinet, Wood, Lacquer, Paint, China, 1850s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This charming Asian-style cabinet originates from China and dates back to the mid-19th century. It is crafted from lacquered and painted wood, adorned with rich ornaments and colors ...
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Biedermeier Klismos Chair from Austria, 1830s
Located in Lejre, DK
Biedermeier klismos chair in walnut from Austria, 1830s. Classic design. — Origin: Austria — Period: 1830s — Style: Biedermeier / Klismos — Material: Walnut — Type: Chair — Dimensio...
Walnut
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Style Walnut Settee
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning 19th Century settee featuring the clean lines and warm wood tones characteristic of Swedish Biedermeier design, with a silhouette influenced by French Neoclassical forms. ...
Walnut
Biedermeier Sofa, Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Large sofa raised on six block feet with a rounded backrest terminating in stylized volutes at the armrests. Veneered in walnut and hand-polished. The seat has been newly upholstered...
Fabric, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Matched Flame Grain
Located in Miami, FL
19th-Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Matched Flame Grain Offered for sale is a substantial and elegant Biedermeier-style chest of drawers with matched-grain fla...
Bronze
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
Brass
Antique German Biedermeier Mahogany Fauteuil Wingback Library Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique mid to early 19th century German Biedermeier library / lounge armchair. Made of mahogany featuring traditional form with fauteuil padded arms and flared ear / wing back with...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Lobmeyr 'Fruit' Chandelier Pendant Light, Glass Gilt Metal, 1950s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A chandelier from the 'fruit'-series by J. & L. Lobmeyr, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1950. It is made of leaf gold plated metal frame decorated with colorful g...
Gold Plate, Gold Leaf, Metal
1850 Austrian Enamel Coin Purse
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale is a unique little Biedermeier coin purse. Its case is made of brass covered in royal blue enamel. The lid displays an oval gold colored frame filled with white enamel with ...
Brass, Enamel
Set of Four Austrian Biedermeier Chairs, Ash Veneer, Grey Velvet, Circa 1890
Located in Regensburg, DE
Set of four beautiful Biedermeier Style 'Balloon Chairs' from Vienna, Austria circa 1890, late 19th century. Newly upholstered in traditional method with gray velvet fabric and doubl...
Velvet, Rosewood, Oak, Mahogany, Ash
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Clara-Luise, Ebonized finish
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This Clara-Luise chair is one of 24 pieces in our Eclectica collection. The chair is made of solid Italian walnut wood. The ebonized finish is applied by hand using the French polish...
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are pleased to present this truly exquisite early Viennese Biedermeier cherrywood chest of drawers, a museum-quality piece dating to circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier furniture is...
Brass
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique European Biedermeier Walnut Armchair, circa 1820
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Biedermeier armchair offers walnut frame with upholstered back and seat, S-scroll and reeded arms, raised on slightly flared and square legs, circa 1820 Measures: 35" H x ...
Fabric, Walnut, Wood
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Console. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Viennese Biedermeier console, c. 1820–25 We are pleased to offer this outstanding and rare large walnut Biedermeier console — an exceptional example of early 19th-centur...
Walnut
Biedermeier Applewood Secretary Cabinet with Mahogany Interior, Germany
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Biedermeier Applewood Secretary Cabinet with Mahogany Interior, Germany, circa 1820 An elegant and finely crafted Biedermeier secretary cabinet...
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century Alpine Oil Painting on Wood – Madonna /Child with Flaming Heart
Located in Hamburg, DE
This remarkable mid-19th century alpine oil painting on wood captures a Madonna and Child in a deeply symbolic composition. The child holds a flaming heart adorned with a crown of th...
Wood
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Sewing Table, South Germany, 1830
Located in Belmont, MA
This unique Biedermeier sewing table comes from Southern Germany and dates back to 1830. The table stands on a central foot and has one drawer...
Walnut
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1820.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Early Viennese Biedermeier Walnut Pedestal Table – Vienna, circa 1820 We are delighted to present an exceptional and museum-quality early Viennese Biedermeier pedestal t...
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier, Chest of drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Chest of drawer, Germany 1820, of the Biedermeier period Very impressive Biedermeier Chest of drawers, standing on conical feet with beautifully walnut veneer. ...
Walnut
Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs, Cherry, Southern Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Set of six identical chairs from the Biedermeier period around 1830. H x W x D: 90 x 50 x 43 cm, seat height: 50 cm Made in southern Germany. Solid cherry and cherry veneered. Beau...
Cherry
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Console Table, Walnut Veneer, Maple, Austria, circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier Demi-Lune console table, walnut veneer, maple, Austria circa 1830 Three-legged demi-lune console table in walnut. Half round top in walnut star...
Maple, Walnut, Softwood
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century. This elegant Biedermeier shovel chair is in walnut and displays attractive tapered legs as well as curved, scul...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Golden Biedermeier Wall Mirror With Floral Design, Austria ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Charming gilt, large 19th century wall mirror from the famous Biedermeier period in Austria around 1840. Standing out with its lovely floral stucco works and rounded corners, this fa...
Mirror, Stucco, Softwood
Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Golden Birch
Located in Lewes, England
Rare set of 6 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1920 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully curved front leg...
Birch
Hickory White China Cabinet Biedermeier Genesis Collection
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A High-Quality American-Made Hickory White...
Satinwood, Glass
Pair Of 19th Century Italian Biedermeier Demilune Cabinets/Consoles In Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
A very charming and rare pair of northern Italian demilune-shaped two door cabinets finishing on high and minimally splayed legs. These elegantly proportioned cabinets are beautiful...
Walnut
Porcelain Cup and Saucer with flowers and butterflies, early 19th century French
Located in DELFT, NL
Early 19th Century French Porcelain Cup and Saucer with Hand-Painted Roses and Butterflies. This elegant French porcelain cup and saucer, dating to the first quarter of the 19th cen...
Porcelain
$8,124Sale Price|22% Off
19th Century Farmhouse Biedermeier Solid Cherrywood Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Farmhouse table in solid cherrywood, dating from the late Biedermeier period around 1850, with a drawer (cherry / pine wood.) on one side and a pull-out top made of oak/cherrywood on...
Oak, Pine, Cherry
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 ...
Porcelain