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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 Biedermeier Small Cherry Bench Seat
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Extremely rare bench with small practical size from the Biedermeier period. The bench is made of cherry wood, partly veneered and partly solid. The bench has been reupholstered and re-covered with Biedermeier fabric...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Dining Table / Center Table, Austria, ca 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Striking round early 19th century Biedermeier dining- or center table coming from the famous period in Vienna/ Austria. Elaborately handcrafted around around 1830, this gorgeous round antique...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Nutwood

A very fine 19th century Biedermeier satinwood Birch and inlayed center table
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century German Biedermeier satin wood and Birch inlayed center hall table . French polished and ready to place .
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch, Satinwood

Set Of 6 Biedermeier Nutwood Shovel Dining Chairs, 19th Century, AT ca. 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Gorgeous set of 6 Biedermeier so-called "shovel" dining chairs from the period around 1830. These high-quality chairs were made out of fine nutwood in Austria in the 19th century and impress with their beautiful "shovel" shaped backrests. Upholstered in a traditional beige Biedermeier fabric...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Nutwood

French Louis Philippe Painted Safe With Marble Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Group of eleven Wiener Werkstatte side chairs by Gebruder Thonet. Each have rounded rectangular backs with interlocking circle and ball designs over upholstered paisley seats, all on...
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Late 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Marble, Iron

Fine Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A Biedermeier chest of drawers in an architectural style. Crafted in walnut veneer and walnut burl. Ebonized fruitwood drawer details.
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century German Biedermeier Tall Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional 19th century German Biedermeier tall cherrywood chest of drawers. Very fine quality and gorgeous wood grain. A very fine piece that is sur...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Birch Karl Johan Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1840-60
By Karl Johan
Located in Round Top, TX
Stunning Karl Johan Swedish birch secretary or "bureau" with twelve inner drawers surrounding a 3-part central cubie area. Exterior has one upp...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Birch

Viennese Column Clock Portal Clock Biedermeier era min flower showcase ar. 1840
Located in Kumhausen, DE
Biedermeier Portal Clock Vienna circa 1840 spring train day movement, lever escapement, Viennese 4/4 hour strike on tone spirals, 1/4 hour strike on half hour, (both working). repet...
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1850s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Enamel

Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk, Revived Polish, Czech, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk. Source: Czech Period: 1830-1839 Material: Walnut It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing ...
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

c1825 Biedermeir Hand Woven Glass Beaded Chandelier - Original Unelectrified
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1825 Biedermeir Chandelier. 3 lights, original unelectrified state. Featuring glass beaded art work on this chandelier. This type of fixture was presented for use on special ocassio...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

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!!
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers/ Writing Commode, Austria ca. 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic nutwood chest of drawers/ writing commode from the renowed Biedermeier period in Austria. Veneered in fine light nutwood showing an outstanding grain, this perfect restored...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Walnut Trumeau Cabinets. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This stunning pair of Biedermeier trumeau cabinets ware made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Restored Biedermeier Display Cabinet, Walnut, Polish, Spruce, Czech, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier 1-door display cabinet. Period: 1830-1839 Source: Czechia Material: Walnut, Solid Spruce, Glass Number of shelves: 4 (fixed) Our professional refurbishing team...
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Early 19th Century Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Walnut, Spruce, Lacquer

Restored Biedermeier Walnut Armchair, Josef Danhauser, Vienna, Austria, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Armchair attributed to Josef Danhauser. Source: Vienna, Austria Period: 1820-1829 Material: Walnut Revived polish. New professional upholstery. Seat heig...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch
Located in LONDON, GB
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of beautiful carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey oak color French polish finish with rounded arm...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch

19th Century German Biedermeier Black Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier black walnut commode. Featuring a gorgeous wood grain, a beautiful finish and 3 drawers for storage. Fabulous!!
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Restored Birch Sofa, Castle Biedermeier, New Upholstery, Sweden, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Castle Biedermeier Restored Birch Sofa. New upholstery. Source: Sweden Period: 1820-1829 Material: Birch Seat height: 44 cm / 17.32″ New upholstery. Revived polish. Our profession...
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1820s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional walnut Biedermeier desk is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated propo...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hand-Painted Engravings of Wiesbaden after Jan Simon Voddiggel, 1852
Located in Savannah, GA
Jan Simon Voddiggel (Amsterdam, 1820-1862) A collection of six steel engravings depicting the enchanting scenes of Weisbaden, Germany, as envisioned by the Dutch artist Jan Simon Vo...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Paint, Paper

Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Empire Couch Honey Color, 2-3 Seat, 19th Century Ormolu
Located in LONDON, GB
Rare Swedish Biedermeier 2-3 seat sofa couch in classic light honey color French polish finish with wonderful curved arm detailing and ormolu style decorative ends and motifs in the ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier 19th Century Tall Walnut Mirror with Carved Giltwood Foliage Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier period walnut tall pier mirror from the 19th century, with carved giltwood foliage, slender columns and frieze of palmette motifs. This Austrian Biedermeier p...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Mirror, Walnut, Giltwood

Antique Pink Glass and Brass Lantern, Austria cca. 1850s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a striking and extremally decorative Antique Pink Glass Lantern, with brass decorative elements. The glass it self has...
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1850s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Unique Museum Prague Biedermeier Sofa, Cherry Wood, Fully Restored, Czech, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Fully restored unique museum Prague Biedermeier sofa Source: Czech Period: 1820-1829 This item features classic Biedermeier elements. Visual simplicity, light-colored woods, and contrasting inlays characterize this style. Relaxed sophistication is the name of the game. Despite original Biedermeier pieces being over 200 years old, the furniture of the movement still feels fresh and modern. According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered the item. It has been re-polished with shellac by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process.    This item has removable armrests.
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Lacquer, Cherry, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Russian Biedermeier Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers Mirror
Located in Roma, RM
Biedermeier dresser cabinet with mirror - provenance Russia, early 19th century( c. 1820s) Of crescent shape, with white Carrara marble top, three drawers, footless base. Gilt bronze...
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1820s Russian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

Early 9th Century Biedermeier Walnut / Bronze Mounted Bookcase / Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Step into the world of the early 19th century with our impeccably crafted Biedermeier cabinet, hailing from the Austro-Hungarian, German, or Northern European origins. This exceptio...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Office Furniture Set - 1 Writing Desk, 1 Table, 3 Armchairs
Located in Lučenec, SK
This is a very stylish and unique office furniture set custom made for an Austrian attorney. It consists of a writing desk (dxwxh: 80x150x80cm), one bigger armchair accompanying the ...
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1870s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this elegant, early Biedermeier cherry four-drawer chest. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their s...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Glass Jar in the Shape of a Seashell , Opaline Bohemian Glass , 19th century
Located in Nový Bor, CZ
A beautiful shell-shaped glass jar with a plate, It is an opaline white glass , Opaline glass was very popular in the 19th century and is also interesting as a collector , it is the ...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Glass

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Vitrine. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut vitrine. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent craftsmanship and continue to have a great influence on modern design. The vitrine have beautiful highly figured walnut veneer and gorgeous details with lovely light deep amber color and 200 years old patina. The brass hardware, lock and the key are original. Pieces of such quality as this fine, exceptional Viennese Biedermeier display cabinet are very rare and hard to find. This piece is great for displaying porcelain...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cut Glass, Walnut

Antique Bidermeier sofa, Northern Europe, the 19th centuries. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique sofa from around 1850. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation, the seat and backrest have been covered with a new fabric. Dimensions: height...
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1850s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier pillar chest of drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier pillar chest of drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1860. Very good condition. Wood: mahogany dimensions: height 164 cm width 60 cm depth 40 cm
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1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pillar chest of drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1860. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Pillar chest of drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1860. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Furniture with a high-gloss polish finish. Wood: mahogany dimensions hei...
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1860s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Large Biedermeier Cherry Table. Vienna, c. 1825-30.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional, large Biedermeier cherry table was made circa 1825-30 in Vienna. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

Early XIX century Biedermeier Console Cherry wood
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Console, Cherry wood, 1820 Vienna Standing on four ebonized spherical legs rare Biedermeier console with cherry wood veneered. The bottom plate decorated with half circle shape mar...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry, Fruitwood

19th Century Fine Salon Biedermeier Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional large Biedermeier salon walnut pedestal table was made in Vienna, c. 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century round Biedermeier Table Nutwood
Located in Münster, DE
Saloon table, Biedermeier, around 1820/30 walnut veneered, top with star veneer and central decorative inlay, columnar leg with 3-pass foot, paw feet, restored condition, shellac po...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Nutwood

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...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Maple, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Commode. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode was made in Vienna circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs, 1820, Cherry
Located in Belmont, MA
Authentic set of six Biedermeier chairs, meticulously preserved since their creation in 1820. Originating from Germany, they bear witness to the exceptional craftsmanship of the era....
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Console Table Mahogany
Located in Münster, DE
Folding console table Biedermeier around 1820/25 Mahogany veneered, top swivels and opens, rounded edges, restored condition, shellac hand polish Dimensions: Height 78 cm - Wi...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Large Biedermeier Walnut Center Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine and very large Biedermeier walnut table was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and re...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Console Table Cherrywood
Located in Münster, DE
Biedermeier console, around 1820, cherry veneered, partly boned, tapered legs, restored condition, shellac polish height: 78 cm, width: 91,5 cm, depth: 46,5 cm
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Bench. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant Viennese Biedermeier bench was made in circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, exc...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Set of Five Chairs & Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this fine walnut Biedermeier set of five chairs and the large round table. The set was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distingui...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Side Table Sewing Table Nutwood
Located in Münster, DE
Biedermeier side table, walnut veneered, 1 hidden drawer with interior partition and fold-out pincushion, restored condition, shellac polish height: 77 cm, width 55,5 cm, depth 39 cm
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Nutwood

Showcase, France, circa 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Showcase, France, circa 1890. Very good condition. dimensions: height 196 cm, width 85 cm
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1890s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Important Chests With Berlin Cast Iron Details
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Important chests in maple with burl veneer and ebonized details. Extraordinarily crafted Berlin cast iron intricate designs and four caryati...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant early Viennese Biedermeier sofa was made circa 1825. The sofa is an example of beautiful, rare and refined design and excellent craftsmanship. Viennese Biedermei...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Cherry

Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas with Reeded Leg of Biedermeier Influence - 60" w x 30"d x 44"h (18" to the seat)
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1850s Belgian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Console. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional, large walnut Biedermeier console is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophis...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Antiques Tapestry Fireplace Screen Tilt Top Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th C Tapestry Fireplace Screen, Antique Belgian Tapestry Panel Mahogany Stand Victorian Romantic Decor Elegant antique tapestry fire screen in maho...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Glass, Wood

19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror circa 1830. Made with quality burr birch. Shaped architectural top, inlaid fans to the inner edge. Ideal size for multi rooms such ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch, Mirror

19th Century Viennese Biedermeier Bergere. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional early Viennese Biedermeier bergere was made in circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Birdseye Maple

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional, early Biedermeier oval writing table was made in Vienna circa 1825. The table is attributed to the most prolific Viennese cabinet maker during the Biedermei...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Tall Trumeau Chest, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant tall Biedermeier trumeau tall chest was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined des...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Pair of Biedermeier Walnut Armchairs-Bergeres. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This exceptional pair of Viennese upholstered Biedermeier bergeres from c. 1825 are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent cra...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

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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