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.
Dutch Biedermeier Demilune Console, Satinwood, Circa 1820, Netherlands
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Captivatingly beautiful satinwood veneer was selected when making this sensational 19th century Dutch Biedermeier demilune console. The expression found in the satinwood can leave on...
Satinwood
$4,614Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Walnut Demi-Lune Table Convertible to Round, circa 1835
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier demi-lune table from the 19th century, made of solid walnut with a warm, natural tone and a finely grained surface. The semicircular top allows the table to be pl...
Walnut, Spruce
Austrian Empire Demi-Lune Console, Mahogany & Marble, Circa 1830
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Empire console crafted circa 1830. This narrow mahogany demi-lune console feature black marble top, a platform stretcher base above ball feet, and distinctive gilt accents, ...
Marble, Gold Leaf
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Table, Germany 1820, Cherry
Located in Leimen, DE
Exquisite 1820s Biedermeier Demi-lune table, boasting the timeless allure of cherry veneer. Standing gracefully on four slender legs, this elegant piece offers more than meets the ey...
Cherry
$4,614Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Demi Lune Fold-Out Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Demi Lune table can be placed against the wall as a console semicircular. Or folded up in the middle of the room as a round table. The table is made of plum wood. The wood ...
Spruce, Fruitwood
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....
Walnut
Biedermeier Demi Lune Table, 1815-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Biedermeier Demilune Table, 1815-20 Elevate your space with our exquisite Biedermeier demilune table, celebrated for its timeless elegance a...
Cherry
Pair of English Demi-lune Console Tables
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of 19th century English demi-lune oak console tables. 1840. Internal reference: H Code: 9172 Dimensions: W: 46.5" (118.1 cm) H: 29" (73.7 cm) D: 22.5" (57.2 cm)
Oak
Pair of Swedish Demi-lune Console Tables
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of early 19th century Swedish pine demi-lune console tables with later distressed paint. 1820. Internal reference: C Code: 8882 Dimensions: W: 47" (119.4 cm) H: 30" (76.2 c...
Pine
$1,438Sale Price|30% Off
H 26.38 in W 40.95 in D 18.12 in
Antique early 19th Century inlaid mahogany demi-lune console table
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique early 19th Century inlaid mahogany demi-lune console table. This table is a delightful piece, exuding age, charm, and character—a very rare decorative find. Featuring a cen...
Mahogany
Pair of Vineyard Demilune Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Vineyard demilune console table is a stunning piece that brings a touch of nature into your home. Made from pine, it has a natural and rustic look that will instantly warm up any space. The flaky pine finish gives it a one-of-a-kind texture and depth, while the half-round demilune top...
Wood
Pair Of 19th Century Swedish Demi Lune Console Tables
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century Swedish Demi lune tables with deeply angled straight apron and turned, tapered legs scraped back to traces of it's original color. Demi lunes can be joined to form a pe...
Wood, Pine, Paint
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.25 in W 45.25 in D 23 in
Gorgeous inlaid French Louis XVI Style Satinwood Demilune Console Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This gorgeous inlaid French Louis XVI style satinwood demilune console table is a refined masterpiece that exemplifies neoclassical elegance and timeless sophistication. Designed in ...
Rosewood, Satinwood
$6,950 / set
H 30.25 in W 55 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Style Demi-Lune Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
Made in Sweden around 1850, this large pair of Gustavian style demi-lune tables has been repainted in grey. The demi-lune, or half-moon, form is designed to sit flush against a wall,...
Wood
$8,500
H 28.5 in W 41.13 in D 26.75 in
French Slate Demilune Console Table, Hand-Crafted, Circa 1890, Paris
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful slate demilune table from the Ardennes region of France made in 3 parts with an interlocking base. Excellent patina. Found in Paris. Circa 1890.
Slate
19th Century Swedish White Demi Lune Console Tables
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Gustavian demi-lune side tables or consoles with gently tapered legs and decorative egg and dart carving along skirt. Newer professionally applied layered antique white painted...
Wood, Paint
Custom English Walnut Burl Demilune / Console
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom made for us in England by our talented craftsmen this table features a segmented, bookmatched top with boxwood inlays, a deep apron and tapered legs. A classic look that offer...
Walnut, Boxwood, Olive, Satinwood
19th Century Italian Walnut Demi Lune Console Table
Located in Vosselaar, BE
This console is of a classic design. Made for centuries and perfected by local artisans. The proportions are unusual but work beautifully together. In particular the one piece walnut...
Walnut
American Mahogany Demi-lune Table. Circa 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany single demi-lune table with tapered legs. Late 18th Century
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H 31.5 in W 19.5 in D 41.5 in
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
Biedermeier Style Demilune Walnut Desk
Located in Astoria, NY
Biedermeier Style Demilune Walnut Desk, with brass half-galleried top above one frieze drawers flanked by two short drawers on four fluted tapered feet. 32" H x 44" W x 24" D. Prov...
Brass
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H 32.09 in W 31.7 in D 15.75 in
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Console, Cherrywood, Birch Burl, Franconia circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Fine Biedermeier Demi-lune Console Table in cherry wood and birch burl from Franconia, circa 1830. Cherrywood, solid and veneered. Semi-circular (demi-lune / half-moon) top in star-m...
Birch, Burl, Softwood, Ebony, Cherry
Period Biedermeier Console
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful English demilune console from the late 19th century will bring a touch of elegance to any living room or foyer.
Wood
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H 29.93 in W 22.64 in D 11.03 in
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Console Table, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small Biedermeier Demi-lune console table from South Germany, circa 1820. Cherry veneered (apron) and solid (legs and top). Restored condition, hand-polished with shellac. Dimensions...
Cherry, Softwood
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H 29.93 in W 22.64 in D 11.03 in
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Console Table, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small Biedermeier Demi-lune console table from South Germany, circa 1820. Cherry veneered (apron) and solid (legs and top). Restored condition, hand-polished with shellac. Dimensions...
Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Demi Lune Fold-Out Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful Demi Lune Biedermeier table can be placed against the wall as a semi-circular console. Or folded out in the middle of the room as a round table. The table is made of solid ...
Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Demilune Pearwood Console
Located in Westport, CT
An elegantly proportioned single Biedermeier Demilune shaped console table finishing on sleek tapered legs in pearwood veneer Origin: Austria Dating: 1820ca Condition: Excellent s...
Fruitwood
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H 30.71 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
Small Biedermeier Demi-Lune Console Table, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small Biedermeier Demi Lune console table from south Germany around 1830 Blonde solid cherry wood and cherry veneered on softwood. Restored and hand polished with shellac. Dimensions...
Cherry, Softwood
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H 29.73 in W 42.33 in D 20.87 in
19th Century German Cherrywood Biedermeier Demi Lune Console Table
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Elegant Biedermeier demi lune console table or wall table from the 1st half of the 19th century. Solid cherry wood and veneered on pine. Standi...
Cherry
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H 29.25 in W 31.5 in D 16.25 in
Biedermeier 19th Century Walnut Demilune Table with Veneered Top and Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier period walnut demi lune console table from the 19th century with beautifully veneered top, two dovetailed drawers, petite white pulls and three saber legs. Th...
Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 29 in D 16 in
19th C. Wall Mounted Gray Marble Top Biedermeier Console Table with Drawer
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th century., wall mounted Biedermeier console table, with gray marble top, drawer (key retained), and single cabriole support, unmarked. This table is replete with common features ...
Marble