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
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1820.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant early Biedermeier walnut bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophist...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
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
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
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
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Pedestal Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional, large Biedermeier cherry table was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and ref...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Commode. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
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
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
Zabihi Collection Worn Caucasian Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th century distressed Caucasian rug.
16'' x 16''
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
19th Century Fine Salon Biedermeier Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
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
Materials
Glass, Wood
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
19th Century Large Biedermeier Cherry Table. Vienna, c. 1825-30.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Walnut
Fine Biedermeier Chest of Three Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A fine Biedermeier chest of drawers.
Crafted in cherrywood with columns flanking the
lower two drawers and fruitwood inlay on the top.
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Cherry
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
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Biedermeier Black Wood and Green Velvet Dinning Room Chairs, 1830
By Biedermeier
Located in Rome, IT
Four beautiful Biedermeier chairs with an unmistakable design, black shellac for the structure and a beautiful green and white velvet for the seat, note the particular design of the ...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Set of Five Chairs & Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Large Biedermeier Walnut Center Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Bench. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant Viennese Biedermeier bench was made in circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design, exc...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Biedermeier Side Table with trefoil Base, Mahogany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Small side table on a trefoil base with volute-shaped legs and carved leaf decorations in the lower section. Above it rises the smooth central column and the round table top with smo...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Showcase, France, circa 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Showcase, France, circa 1890.
Very good condition.
dimensions: height 196 cm, width 85 cm
Category
1890s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century German Burl Walnut Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome south German 19th century burl walnut Biedermeier commode. Gorgeous wood grain and beautiful finish. A gorgeous classic!!
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Burl
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Tall Trumeau Chest, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Biedermeier Board Chairs, Cherry Wood and Mesh, Vienna, circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful Set of six Biedermeier board chairs from Vienna, Austria, circa 1830.
Wonderful bright cherry veneer (shovel) and solid wood (frame and legs).
Book-matched cherry veneer ...
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1830s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Natural Fiber, Cherry
19th Century Viennese Biedermeier Bergere. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
Materials
Upholstery, Birdseye Maple
Francois Nicholas Riss (1804-1886) 19th century Biedermeier childrens portrait
Located in Münster, DE
Francois Nicholas Riss (1804-1886)
Portrait of a child
signed and dated center left, Riss 1829, oil on canvas, partly retouched, stretcher renewed, framed
Dimensions: height 62 cm - width 50,5 cm
François Nicholas Riss (1804 Moscow-1886 ibid)
Born in Russia, he studied painting in Paris under Baron Antoine-Jean Gros. During his stay in France he mostly created portraits, including the famous portrait of the discoverer of Canada, Jean Cartier...
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1820s Russian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Canvas
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)
Category
1850s Belgian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th century biedermeier bookcase
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
19th century biedermeier bookcase in very good original condition.
Category
1820s Slovak Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Console. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Period Rounded Upholstered Settee
Located in Houston, TX
The Biedermeier Period Rounded Upholstered Settee is a splendid representation of the classic Biedermeier style, which emerged during the early 19th century in Central Europe. This e...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Dutch Embossed Brass Ash or Coal Bucket w. Lions & Farmer's Life Scenes
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning workmanship bucket with Lion's crest and showing the outdoor activities of Dutch farmers.
In the Dutch Biedermeier era this handcrafted coal bucket would have graced the fi...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Biedermeier Czech Display Cabinet, Shellac Polish, Walnut
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Shipping to any US port only for $290 USD
19th century Biedermeier display cabinet from Austria
Completely restored, surface made by shellac polish.
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Wood, Lacquer
19th Century Biedermeier Demi Lune Console Table Mahogany
Located in Münster, DE
Biedermeier Demi Lune console
Large Demi Lune console, Biedermeier c. 1830, mahogany veneered, top with deep frame supported by three fully plastic col...
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1830s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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
Materials
Birch, Mirror
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Sofa. Austria, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant and truly exceptional early mahogany Austrian Biedermeier sofa was made in circa 1830.
The sofa is an example of beautiful, rare and refined design and excellent...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Low Biedermeier Chair With Hindeloopen Paintwork
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The woodwork of this artistically low type of Biedermeier chair is wonderfully cut. The basic color is oxblood red. On top of this layer flower and leaf motifs have been painted in t...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Biedermeier Yellow Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1850.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1850.
Very good condition, professionally renovated, finished with high gloss polish, new upholstery.
dimensions: height 87 cm seat height ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Chest Of Drawers With Micro-Inlays, AT ca. 1850
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely beautiful, mid 19th century Biedermeier nutwood chest of drawers coming out of Austria. Made in the so-called "second" Biedermeier period around 1850, this charming piece ...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Table, France, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Table, France, circa 1880.
Very good condition.
Wood: walnut
dimensions: height 76 cm diameter 56 cm
Category
1880s French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier King-Size Headboard witth Yellow Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
Biedermeier style (19/20th Century) headboard (only) king size with slighly shaped arch walnut top frame over a gold cut velvet floral design upholstered panel with nail head trim
Category
19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Vintage Italian Biedermeier X-Frame Burlwood Cane Seat Klismos Long Bench Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Biedermeier X-Frame Burlwood Cane Seat Klismos Long Bench Settee. Item features a beautiful wood grain, cane seat, quality Italian craftsmanship, great style and form...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Burl
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
Late 18th- early 19th century Biedermeier Single Drawer Console
Located in Charleston, SC
Gorgeous late 18th- early 19th century Biedermeier single drawer console with tapered legs. Nice scale and height. Could be used as a pier table or huntboard.
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Biedermeier Black Leather Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier hardwood chair. This skillfully executed chair has all the right curves, edge scalloping, polished veneers, ebonized accents and a handsome new...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Beautiful compact Biedermeier chest of drawers, South German around 1840, birch
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful compact Biedermeier chest of drawers, South German around 1840, birch
Solid birch body, partly ebonized. Drawer front with ebonized knobs. Lockable base cabinet with shel...
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1840s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Birch
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
Materials
Cherry
20th Century Biedermeier Style Aristocratic Gondola Bed
Located in Berlin, DE
Aristocratic gondola bed in Biedermeier style.
Highly valuable bird's-eye maple root veneer on solid beechwood. Right-angled body with high head and foot ...
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20th Century Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood, Maple
19th century biedermeier side table
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
19th century biedermeier side table in very good original condition.
Category
1820s Slovak Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Wood
Restored Biedermeier Set of Four Chairs, Oak, Walnut, Vienna, Austria, 1820s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Set of Four Chairs. Filigree Viennese chair model.
Source: Vienna, Austria
Period: 1820-1829
Material: Solid Oak, Walnut Veneer, Fabric
Stable construction in ...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut
French 19th Century Biedermeier Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An early 19th century French Biedermeier polished satinwood bookcase with ebony accents. This attractive open bookcase, circa 1830 in date, has a stunning pair of ebonized columns wi...
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19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This exceptional, ebonized Biedermeier bureau-commode was made in Vienna circa 1820-25.
Ebonized Biedermeier pieces were mostly made in Vienna, Austria and account for only 1...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
Restored Biedermeier Seating Set, Oak Walnut, Stable Constructon, Austria, 1840s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Seating Set (Sofa, 2 Armchairs and 2 Chairs)
Source: Austria
Period: 1840-1849
Material: Oak, Walnut, Fabric
Sofa dimensions:
Height: 92 cm (36.2 in)
Width: 13...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Inlaid Trunk
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome early 19th century south German Biedermeier walnut inlaid trunk. Beautiful finish and gorgeous inlaid pattern. Fabulous!!
Category
19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Desk. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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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
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Secretaire. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant and rare early Viennese Biedermeier Secretaire was made in Vienna c. 1825.
The secretaire is an example of beautiful, rare and refined design and excellent craft...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture
Materials
Brass
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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