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
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs, Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs, South German 1820
This unique pair of Biedermeier armchairs has a gorgeous walnut veneer. They have very pretty hand-carved details on the armrests. T...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Early Biedermeier Walnut Two Drawer Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers: Exquisite Elegance and Timeless Beauty!
Introducing our stunning Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, a true...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Pine
Antique Biedermeier Vanity Table Mirror in Burlwood, 19th Century, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful 19th century Biedermeier vanity table mirror from the second period in Austria, circa 1850. The lovely vanity mirror was veneered in...
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1870s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Burl
Set of 3 Early 19th Century Sabre Leg Klismos Form Side Chairs
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Three sabre leg Klismos form side chairs of European beech and mahogany with seats upholstered in suede.
Denmark, circa 1820.
Category
1820s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Suede, Beech, Mahogany
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This rare and elegant Biedermeier walnut chair was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refin...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Table, South German 1840
Located in Leimen, DE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this late Biedermeier Salon or Dining Table, originating from South Germany and dating back to 1830-40. Crafted with w...
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1840s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Beautiful Biedermeier wall mirror from around 1860, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Biedermeier wall mirror from around 1860, birch
Classic and simple Biedermeier wall mirror, framed in solid wood, flamed birch.
Southern Germany around 1860/1870
Category
1860s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Birch
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...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Walnut
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk, Revived Polish, Czechia, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Writing Desk.
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Period: 1830-1839
Material: Walnut
Leg space:
Height: 62 cm (24.4 in)
Width: 51 cm (20.1 in)
Revived pol...
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Vienna Imperial Porcelain Coffee Service, 8 People, Prussian Blue & Gold, 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant 19-piece coffee service consisting of a coffee pot, a large milk or hot water pot, a large sugar urn and eight coffee cups with saucers.
Large bulbous vessels on stepped stan...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Console Side Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional Viennese Biedermeier cherry console side table was made circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refine...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, polished Cherry veneer, four drawers, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest with volute legs, veneered in cherry with four drawers. The corpus with flanking volute capitals and ebonised mouldings rises above the wide plinth zone. The head d...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Francesco Ferro e Figlio - glass art vase from 1880 - collectors piece
Located in Budapest, HU
Amazing art glass by Francesco Ferro e Figlio made around 1880, Italy- Venice. This minimal shaped vase represents important historic glass making techniques whose possibilities wer...
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1870s Italian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Biedermeier Austrian Leopard Print Upholstered Bench
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Biedermeier (19th Century) elm wood bench crafted in a double \"X\" form design with a contoured seat upholstered in faux leopard fur fabric, with turned central stretcher, ...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fur, Fabric, Upholstery, Elm
Biedermeier Writing Desk/ Side Table, Austria
Located in Antwerp, BE
This small Lady desk was crafted in Austria. The top is wonderfully smooth and displays the woodgrain beautifully in walnut veneer. The apron houses three drawers, all with quality brass banding inset into the paneling. The two side drawers and middle drawer have drop ring pulls...
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1870s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Pair of Walnut Armchairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This fine and elegant pair of Viennese Biedermeier armchair were made circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined d...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Biedermeier Extendable Table, South German 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Antique Extendable Biedermeier Table, 1820-30, Walnut
This antique extendable Biedermeier table dates back to around 1820-30 and comes from southern Germany. The table has a very pre...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Corner Cabinet, 19th Century, Fully Renovated
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Biedermeier corner cabinet from 19th century. It comes from France most probably. It is made of pine wood, veneered with beautiful pyramidal mahogany. It features two shelves and a d...
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19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Pine
19th Century German Biedermeier Polished Walnut Foldable, Antique Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, antique early German Biedermeier center table made of hand crafted shellac polished Walnut, in good condition. The top of the detailed dining table is foldable, particularized by a star-shaped veneer pattern...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Restored Mahogany Maple Austrian Mirror, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Biedermeier restored mirror in the frame
Period: 1830-1839
Source: Austria
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process.
T...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Lacquer, Glass, Mahogany, Maple
Restored Seating Set, Historicism, Beech, Walnut, Czechia, 1890s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Seating Set of Sofa and Six Chairs.
Style: Historicism
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Period: 1890-1899
Material: Beech, Walnut
According to the original process, our p...
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1890s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Danish 19th Century Mahogany Spice Box With Glass Containers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A rare Rectangular Mid 19th Century Spice Box in Mahogany with original brass handles, from Copenhagen in Denmark. This Spice box from "Östergades Materialhandel" from the Danish cap...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Armchair, Vienna, Austria, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Armchair attributed to Josef Danhauser.
Source: Vienna, Austria
Period: 1820-1829
Material: Walnut
Seat height: 44 cm / 17.32″
Our professional refurbis...
Category
1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Beautiful side table/sewing table South German around 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful side table/sewing table South German around 1860
Solid wood partially ebonized. Foldable cover plate in root veneer. Interior with numerous intermediate compartments. Lock...
Category
1860s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Viennese Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant and truly exceptional Viennese Biedermeier sofa was made circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and r...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, High Gloss, Czechia, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. High Gloss.
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Period: 1820-1829
Material: Walnut
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacque...
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1820s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Round Salon Walnut Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Introducing the Biedermeier round table, made with Walnut veneer on a solid spruce wood base. This table features a simple yet elegant design and is perfect for intimate dinner parti...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Spruce, Walnut
Biedermeier Armoire, South germany 1820, walnut
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover an exquisite early Biedermeier armoire from southern Germany, boasting a timeless design that dates back to 1815-1820. Crafted with a beautiful walnut veneer, this elegant p...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Demi Lune Table, Biedermeier Period 1820, Walnut
Located in Leimen, DE
This elegant Demi-lune walnut table was made during the Biedermeier period in Southern Germany. It dates back to 1820. The table has a beautiful walnut veneer on top, apron and legs....
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Restored Biedermeier Wardrobe, Spruce, Original Paintings, Czechia, 1800s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Spruce Wardrobe With Original Paintings.
Source: Czechia
Period: 1800-1809
Material: Spruce
Professionally restored. ...
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Early 1800s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Spruce, Wood, Lacquer
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Fall Front Desk / Secretaire
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Introducing a stunning late Biedermeier Slant-Front Secretary, crafted from solid cherry wood in the 1840s. This exquisite piece of furniture features three drawers spanning the enti...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Spruce, Cherry
Pair of Walnut Wall Mirrors Made of 19th Century Biedermeier Components
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small pair of Austrian walnut mirrors from the 19th century made of old Biedermeier components, with dark brown color, ebonized reeded motifs and turned finials with gilt accents. ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Mirror
Fully Restored Pair of Black Biedermeier Armchairs 19th Century
Located in Lucenec, SK
Pair of beautiful Biedermeier Armchairs / chairs, mid 19th century from Vienna, Austria. Walnut veneered on the backs and solid walnut legs. Chairs are restored and French polished. ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Restored Biedermeier Cherry-Tree Etagere, Revived Polish, Vienna, Austria, 1810s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Cherry-Tree Etagere.
Source: Vienna, Austria
Period: 1810-1819
Material: Cherry-Tree
Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it accord...
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1810s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Antique Danish Silver Biedermeier Gothic Troubadour Horn on Stand, 1855
By Peter R. Hinnerup 1, Anton Michelsen
Located in New York, NY
Danish Biedermeier Gothic Troubadour silver horn on stand, 1855. Horn has two applied bands with leafing scrollwork and cast green man applied to front. At top a third band with mand...
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1850s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Silver
Biedermeier Wall Mirror, South Germany 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover an elegant Biedermeier wall mirror, originating from southern Germany around 1820. Adorned with a pretty cherry veneer, this mirror exudes timeless charm and sophistication....
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Danish Biedermeier Grass Green Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A set of Two Danish Biedermeier side chairs with beautiful carved wood design. This pair of chairs has been newly reupholstered with grass green Knoll fabric. The chairs are as comfo...
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1830s Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk in Beautiful Graining
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk in Beautiful Graining
We present you this piece of furniture with three drawers at the bottom, a drop front, and a narrow drawer und...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Baize
Biedermeier Vanity Mirror, 19th century
Located in Greding, DE
Small table mirror veneered in thuja root with one drawer and tilting rectangular mirror. The mirror is supported by two ebonised columns. The old m...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique German Biedermeier Wall Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique German Biedermeier Wall Mirror
Early 1800's Southwest German tall Biedermeier wall mirror.
Mirror - walnut veneer, ebonized profile strip at the top, in the medallion reli...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Mid 19th Century Bookcase, Late Biedermeier, Northern Germany
Located in Greven, DE
Antique bookcase
North Germany
Mahogany
middle 19th century
Dimensions: H x W x D: 198 x 138 x 49 cm
Description:
Front glazed bookcase from the late Biedermeier era circa 1850-18...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Biedermeier Pillar Cabinet, 1st Half 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Mahogany veneered pillar cupboard with two drawers and a slightly convex door. The door is flanked by solid columns with leaf capitals. The cabinet stands on square feet and ends wit...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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 ...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Biedermeier Table, South German, 1830
Located in Belmont, MA
This unique Biedermeier table is truly a masterpiece. Its standout feature is the central column base, elegantly supported by a tripod foot. The craftsmanship and attention to detail...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Set of six Neoclassical Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs, 1810-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Neoclassical Walnut Chairs, Germany 1810
Discover a stunning collection of Neoclassical Walnut Chairs originating from Southern Germany, dating back to approximately 1810-1820. These...
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1810s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique mahogany sofa from Northern Europe, around 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique mahogany sofa from Northern Europe, around 1880. Very good condition, after professional renovation in our workshop. The sofa was upholst...
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1880s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch
Solid birch wood body. Seat cushion upholstered and covered with fabric. Grand-line frame and legs. Slightly curved backrest wi...
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1840s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
Antique Biedermeier armchair from around 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Biedermeier armchair around 1840, birch #
Solid birch body. Back and seat upholstery upholstered with elaborate laced spring floor and covered with fabric. Curved armrests. ...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
19th Century German Biedermeier Veneered Mahogany Cabinet - Antique Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, antique German Biedermeier two-part cabinet with a writing flap made of handcrafted veneered Mahogany, in good condition. The bottom part of the shellac polished secretary is composed with two large drawers, standing on four wide wooden legs. The inside consists five drawers and two compartments, particularized by polished brass hardware, columns. The top part of the buffet is composed with one large drawer and two small drawers, the center is consisting a storage compartment with an arched...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Biedermeier Table, South German 1820-30
Located in Belmont, MA
This unique Biedermeier table is truly a masterpiece. Its standout feature is the beautiful walnut veneer grain on the top, elegantly supported by a tripod foot and a central column....
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Emerald Cut Crystal Oval Octagonal Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Biedermeier Emerald Cut Crystal Oval Octagonal Vase
European, Austrian or Bohemia, Circa 1860s
A quietly stunning example of 19th-century B...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Biedermeier Walnut Veneered Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Elegant early 19th Century walnut veneered Biedermeier commode.
This beautiful commode has a compact form, with a long frieze drawer above four long graduated ones.
Three of the f...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South German 1820, walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
If you’re looking for a stunning antique Biedermeier chest of drawers, this piece from Southern Germany is a must-have. Dating bac...
Category
1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Country House Biedermeier Cherrywood Extendable Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Introducing our exquisite offering: a remarkable country house table crafted from solid cherry wood, originating from the late Biedermeier period around 1850. This captivating piece ...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Bergere Armchairs, Austria circa 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolute stunnning pair of 19th century nutwood Bergere chairs from the famous Biedermeier period in Vienna/ Austria around 1830. This remarkable set of rare Biedermeier armchairs ha...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Walnut, Spruce
Biedermeier Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier bookcase with a straight, multi-profiled cornice and doors with two-thirds glazing including c-shaped bar, each decorated in the centre with a bronze rosette. The cabinet...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Biedermeier Style Leaded Glass Breakfront
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho breakfront. Done in the Biedermeier style with Greek Key molding and leaded mullion glass doors. Incredible rolling clouds interior wall paper. Monumental in ...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal
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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