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 Biedermeier Style Jardinière Side Table Swan
Located in Münster, DE
Jardinière Germany, circa 1850/60, solid cherry wood and veneer, inlaid swan motifs, 3-pass construction with solid columns and intermediate shelf, upper section with lids, whic...
Cherry
Set of four chairs Biedermeier, circa 1830, Northern Franconia, cherry walnut
Located in Münster, DE
Set of four chairs Biedermeier, circa 1830, Northern Franconia, solid and veneered cherry wood, walnut inlay Reupholstered and re-covered, hand-polished with shellac Height 90 cm...
Walnut, Cherry
Biedermeier Secretary, Bookcase, Cherry, Walnut, 1840s
Located in Greven, DE
Antique cabinet secretary from the biedermeier period around 1845. Body in cherry, parts of the front and the wreath veneered in walnut. Handles and fittings made of brass in the sh...
Cherry, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Corner Cabinet
Located in Belmont, MA
Exceptional early Biedermeier corner cabinet with three open shelves and one drawer. Mahogany veneer with ebonized columns and brass capitals and bases. The cabinet was made in south...
Mahogany
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Biedermeier Style Dining Table from Germany
Located in Southampton, NY
20th century Biedermeier style walnut dining table Handmade by fine Biedermeier dealer Alois Hummel from Germany. Walnut with lighter inlay banding on top, tapered straight legs. A v...
Walnut
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
A refined Viennese Biedermeier sofa dating to circa 1825, distinguished by its harmonious proportions, graceful silhouette, and beautifully patinated walnut. Crafted from solid waln...
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Biedermeier Secretaire Chest Secretaire Abattant 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A truly magnificent antique flame mahogany architectural biedermeier secretaire abattant, circa 1840 in date. The top section with a p...
Mahogany
Antique sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A sofa from the second half of the 19th century in a Victorian style. An antique, small piece of furniture with a beautiful form will give elegance to any interior. A sofa with a sim...
Fabric, Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Birch, Northern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawer Biedermeier chest veneered in birch with burl veneer accents and ebonized escutcheons. The central drawer is highlighted by a segmental-arched panel. Restored and hand-p...
Birch, Burl
$1,387Sale Price|50% Off
Small Biedermeier Nightstand/Commode in Honey Tone Burled Wood/ Ebony Columns
Located in Malibu, CA
Lovely Biedermeier nightstand or commode featuring four roomy well‑proportioned drawers. The top drawer is deeper, set above three smaller, evenly sized drawers. Framed by elegant ...
Bronze
Biedermeier walnut veneered sleigh daybed, Austria 1820s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular Antique Biedermeier sleigh daybed in walnut veneer. The bed features characteristic curved or scrolled headboards and footboards, resembli...
Wood, Walnut
$1,723Sale Price|20% Off
Walnut Biedermeier Casket with Mirror and Removable Tray, circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A finely crafted walnut veneered casket from the Biedermeier period, around the mid-19th century. The box is veneered in beautifully grained walnut on a spruce body, while the base i...
Mirror, Walnut, Spruce
Antique Vienna Silver Biedermeier Sugar Box, by Christian Sander, Dated 1831
By Christian Sander, Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Silver lidded box of rectangular shape, with straight sides and rounded corners and edges, standing on four flattened spherical feet; a band of chiselled acanthus leaf scrolls runs a...
Silver
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Otto-Karl, White finish
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Eclectica collection is a group of Biedermeier chairs. This listing offers the model Otto-Karl. Crafted from fine solid Italian walnut, this version features a refined whitewash...
Bouclé, Walnut
Biedermeier Walnut & Brass Display Cabinet, Austria, Circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Two-part Biedermeier display cabinet veneered in walnut, expertly restored and hand-polished. The lower section features two doors adorned with oval brass fittings and rests on taper...
Brass
Biedermeier Wardrobe, Hand-Polished Walnut, Germany, Circa 1825
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door wardrobe with a straight carcass. The carcass is veneered in walnut. The doors display a mirrored veneer pattern. The surface has been hand-polished.
Walnut
$8,499
Antique French Secretary
Located in Malibu, CA
This early 19th-century drop-leaf secretaire features the traditional Biedermeier ebony accents, columns, and matched woodgrain pattern. Unlike the h...
Brass, Other
Late 19th century Swedish birch oval center table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late 19th century Swedish birch oval center table circa 1895. Fine quality Karl Johan inspired center table. Quarter veneered flame birch top with an ebonised inlaid border and fu...
Birch
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 they date from around the 1860-1880 period. The quality is outstan...
Cotton, Birch
19th Century Mahogany Wood Biedermeier Cabinet with Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
This chest of drawers carries genuine presence, its dark flame mahogany veneer, brass keyhole immediately setting the tone for the piece. The piece dates to 19th Century, sourced fro...
Marble
Biedermeier Pine Cabinet with 4 Drawers, Germany, Mid-19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
An antique Biedermeier cabinet made of solid pine, dating from the mid-19th century, Germany. The cabinet features four drawers and a cupboard compartment behind a door, combining pr...
Pine
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
$2,461Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840
Located in Greven, DE
19th century antique rocking chair North Germany Mahogany Late Biedermeier, around 1840 Dimensions: Height: 97 cm, width: 5...
Mahogany
19th Century German Biedermeier Wardrobe, Walnut, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Large Biedermeier Wardrobe Southern Germany Walnut circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 204 x 168 x 62 cm Description: Strictly cubist Biedermeier cabinet with a completely symmetric...
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Wing Armchair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant Viennese Biedermeier upholstered wing armchair from c. 1825 is distinguished by sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent craftsmanship an...
Upholstery, Walnut
Stunning Set of Six William Doezema Biedermeier Dining Chairs for Mastercraft
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set of 6 William Doezema Biebermeier Amboyna dining chairs for Mastercraft. This set retains it's original black leather in nice vintage condition but the foam looks to be c...
Leather, Cane, Amboyna
Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs, Circa 1820, Hand-Carved Birch, Pair
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A pair of Swedish Biedermeier armchairs from circa 1820 in birch that expresses the most extraordinary patterns (which occur naturally in the wood) but have been revealed by the skil...
Metal
Swedish Biedermeier Style Birch Pedestal Drop Leaf Table, 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Swedish Biedermeier style birch pedestal drop leaf table, 20th century. A beautiful golden birch pedestal table with drop leaves, an octagonal column sitting on a central platform w...
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are pleased to present this truly exceptional early Viennese Biedermeier walnut commode, crafted in Vienna around 1825. Viennese Biedermeier furniture is celebrated for its refin...
Brass
Danish Biedermeier Cabinet, 19th Century, Walnut Veneer, Renovated
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this mahogany cabinet from the 2nd half of the 19th century, with fronts veneered with pyramidal mahogany. The piece of furniture is of the cabinet type, with four dr...
Walnut
$3,555Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Bergere Chair, Walnut, Creme Velvet, Austria, circa 1840
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant Biedermeier Bergere chair from Austria around 1840. Walnut veneer on softwood. Newly upholstered with light, cream-white velvet fabric and double keder. Very good seat comfor...
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Antique Armoire Wardrobe Solid Walnut Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Austrian Viennese, mid-19th century, Biedermeier elegant cupboard wardrobe in walnut, polished to wax The cabinet has a beautiful patina. Can be used in the environment important. ...
Fir
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers With Carvings, Nutwood - AT ca. 1860
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely mid 19th century chest of drawers from thefamous so-called "second" Biedermeier period in Austria around 1860. This great old restored three drawer commode (we have additional...
Brass
Antique German Biedermeier Bureau, Pinewood, Two-Part Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier two part bureau, secretary with a two door glass display made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition. The upper part of the secretaire is composed ...
Glass, Pine
Antique Austrian Walnut Center Table with Star Veneer, Circa 1820
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...
Walnut
Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Stools
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier stools. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1890-1910 period. They are of outstanding quali...
Cotton, Satin Birch
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers with Secretary Compartement, c. 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers with Secretary Attachment Baden-Wuerttemberg Walnut Biedermeier around 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 118 x 118 x 61 cm Description: Three-drawer chest o...
Walnut
19th Century Biedemeier Nutwood Commode/ Trumeau , Austria circa 1825
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable, early 19th century Biedermeier nutwood trumeau commode from the early period in Austria around 1825. A perfect sized example of antique Biedermeier furniture...
Brass
Vintage Double Door Column Sideboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This handsome vintage sideboard masterfully blends Traditional elegance with distinctive architectural details. Crafted from richly grained wood, the piece features striking fluted p...
Metal
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers With Micro-Inlays, Walnut, AT ca. 1850
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful, small mid 19th century Biedermeier nutwood chest of drawers coming out of Austria. Created in the so-called "second" Biedermeier period around 1850, this charming piece of...
Brass
19th Century Fine Large Salon Biedermeier Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This impressive and generously proportioned early Viennese Biedermeier table was crafted in Vienna circa 1825 and exemplifies the highest achievements of authentic Biedermeier furnit...
Walnut
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Clara-Luise, Walnut light
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Eclectica collection is a group of Biedermeier chairs. This listing offers the model Clara-Luise. Crafted from fine solid Italian walnut, this version is a light chestnut finish...
Velvet, Walnut
Early 19th Century Flip-Top Game Table with Inlaid Chessboard
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Flip-Top Game Table with Inlaid Chessboard Refined early 19th-century game table, designed for chess and card games, exemplifying the understated elegance and fin...
Cherry, Maple, Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Recamiere. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Viennese Biedermeier Recamier / Daybed, Walnut Veneer, Vienna, circa 1825 An exceptional Viennese Biedermeier recamier (daybed), crafted in Vienna around 1825. This eleg...
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Danish Biedermeier Pine Secretary Desk With Blue Leather
Located in Centennial, CO
A stately antique circa 1900 Danish Biedermeier style secretary desk crafted out of gorgeous straight grain pine with original brass hardware. From top to bottom the desk has a stora...
Brass
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Maria-Theresia, White finish
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The Eclectica collection is a group of Biedermeier chairs. This listing offers the model Maria-Theresia. Crafted from fine solid Italian walnut, this version features a refined whit...
Bouclé, Walnut
Eclectica. Biedermeier Chair Collection. Model Heinrich-August, Ebonized finish
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This Heinrich-August dining chair is from our Eclectica collection. It is crafted from solid Italian walnut wood with an ebonized finish. This finish is applied by hand with shellac ...
Velvet, Walnut
Biedermeier Faux Secretary Cabinet, Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier faux secretary cabinet with a temple-like upper section featuring three doors, a central mirrored door, and flanking ebonized columns. Below is a front designed to resem...
Glass, Maple
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
We are pleased to offer this truly exceptional early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers – a rare, museum-quality example of Viennese craftsmanship from circa 1825. This elegant thr...
Brass
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This truly exquisite, early Biedermeier cherry commode was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their...
Brass
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
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Table, Germany 1820-30, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Discover the timeless elegance of an original Biedermeier Dining Table dating back to the 1820-30 era. Hailing from Southern Germany, this exquisite table stands as a testament to th...
Walnut
Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Couch Honey Color, 3-4 Seat, 19th Century Empire Rare A
By Biedermeier
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier 3-4 seat sofa couch in beautiful light honey color French polish finish with curved arm detailing and carved applique decorative motifs in the highest quality qui...
Birch
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Armchair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Early Viennese Biedermeier Armchair, circa 1825 This elegant and truly exceptional early Viennese Biedermeier armchair dates to circa 1825 and exemplifies the refined pr...
Upholstery, Walnut
Biedermeier Picture Clock with Musical Movement, Austria, circa 1825
Located in Incline Village, NV
These painting clocks are very rare, especially containing the music box. Of Austrian manufacture circa 1820-1830, this Biedermeier picture (painting) clock is a naive and charming oil painting on metal, which depicts nine people dressed in colorful period clothes at various activities; a woman with her child and carrying fruit in a basket atop her head, two young lovers, a man in a boat, another man walking with his dog, while still another gentleman leaves the town hall. A woman at the window...
Metal
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine early Biedermeier cherry bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is dis...
Brass
Biedermeier Round Salon Table in Walnut, South Germany, circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Round Biedermeier pedestal table in walnut, probably South German, circa 1830. Height 76 cm (29.9 in), diameter of the top 99 cm (39 in). Restored and hand-polished, in very good con...
Walnut, Softwood, Burl
Set of 4 Original Thonet Chairs, Austria, Late 19th - Early 20th Century
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant set of four bentwood chairs, marked "Thonet Austria," attributable to the renowned Gebrüder Thonet (Thonet Brothers) manufacture, likely made before the 1921 merger with Mund...
Beech
19th Century Biedermeier Column Cabinet, Cherry, Southern Germany circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier Column Cabinet Southern Germany Cherry wood First half of the 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 47 x 47 cm Description: A rare drum cabinet or column ca...
Cherry
Armchair with Dolphin Motifs, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Mahogany armchair with a rounded backrest and S-shaped armrests terminating in stylized dolphin heads. The seat and backrest have been newly upholstered in green satin fabric. The f...
Satin, Mahogany