Biedermeier Clocks
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
Biedermeier Mantel Clock, Early 19th Century
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Biedermeier Mantel Clock, Early 19th Century
A sophisticated Biedermeier mantel clock, crafted in Austria circa 1810–1830. This exceptional piece combines timeless elegance with out...
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1810s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Maple
German Brass and Lucite Zodiac Clock by Atlanta
Located in Queens, NY
German Brass and Lucite Zodiac Clock by Atlanta
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20th Century German Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Lucite
Fine Fruitwood Grand-Sonnerie Striking Vienna Regulator Wall Clock
Located in Norwich, GB
Fine Fruitwood Grand-Sonnerie Striking Vienna Regulator
Four pillar, triple train movement of short duration with dead beat escapement incorporating...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Fruitwood
Baroque Wall Clock in a Biedermeier Case, 18th/19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A "marriage" combining a Baroque bronze wall clock with a Biedermeier case in the form of a temple. The case, crafted from birch, merges the ornate design of the Baroque period with ...
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19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Viennese Biedermeier Skeleton Anniversary Clock With Musical Movement, Ca. 1840
Located in Vienna, AT
Finest Viennese Craftmanship:
Under the original glass dome the ebonised oval wooden base on four bun feet, with musical mechanism that plays automatically on the hour, wooden body w...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Wall Clock
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A traditional Austrian Biedermeier wall clock featuring a rectangular carved and gilded wood frame clock face; surmounted by a gilt bronze winged eagle. The decorations on the frame ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Mantel Clock with Genre Scene, Vienna 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Mantel clock in a gold-patinated wooden case with enameled clock face and octagonal pedestal with paw feet. The clock case rises above it in the shape of a wooden hut with a pointed ...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Wall Clock
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this highly unique clock from the 1st half of the 19th century.
The mechanism is spring, with winding. The clock strikes full hours and halves.
Furthermore, the case...
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19th Century European Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Biedermeier Portal Clock, probably Vienna ca. 1820/30
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier portal clock in an architecturally structured walnut case with alabaster columns, bronze fittings and mirrored rear wall. The clockwork with date and sound spiral. Pendul...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Brass
English Grandfather Clock antique 19th Century with a Mahogany veneer Case
Located in Berlin, DE
English floor clock from the 19th century, mahogany with defects, hand painted dial with Roman numerals and polychrome painting with vedute painting. The ...
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19th Century English Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
A Miniature Two Train Vienna Regulator
Located in Amersham, GB
A rare wedge shaped laterndluhr Vienna regulator with a two train weight driven movement of exceptional quality. The eight day movement strikes the ho...
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1830s Hungarian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Crotch Maple Grandfather Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century Austrian Biedermeier crotch maple grandfather clock. Beautiful wood grain and ebonized details. Very special!
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Maple
Cathedral Mantel Clock by Delaunay Chauvau 19th Century
By Charles Delaunay
Located in Lisbon, PT
A gothic style Biedermeier Pendulum bronze Cathedral Clock with black patina and gilded brass decorated with Gothic arches and an harp player.
This piece is entirely sculpted, heavily gilded bronze, white white enamel dial with roman numerals.
A 1830 model with stepped base on four round spherical feet with architectural construction, pendulum clock movement...
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19th Century French Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Enamel
Austrian Wooden Wall Clock
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian wooden wall clock with beige and silver hand-painted face and mahogany case with a steepled top.
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20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
Biedermeier Period Wood and Gilt Clock
Located in Montreal, QC
Austrian Biedermeier period gilt and polychromed wood clock. Chiseled gold Swiss movement, signed: P.Francois a' Nion.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Biedermeier Chimney Clock with Inlays, circa 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
Rosewood with tendril and thread inserts. Rectangular base with four columns and the clock hung under the architrave. Dial Email. Gold-plated brass bezel and decorated gold compensat...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Clocks
Materials
Beech
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Located in Vienna, AT
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Pear tree
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H 21.66 in W 14.97 in D 7.49 in
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Fine Eight Day 19th Century Architectural Vienna Biedermeier Regulator Clock
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Biedermeier Walnut and Alabaster Mantle Clock
Located in Essex, MA
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Swedish Antique Mora Clock Biedermeier Carved Detail Ormolu 1800s French Polish
Located in Lewes, England
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H 82.68 in W 21.66 in D 9.85 in
Automaton Clock with Moving Cupid, Vienna, 19th Century, Biedermeier, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Automat clock "blacksmith and grinder"
Vienna
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H 20.87 in W 13.78 in D 5.52 in
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H 46.5 in W 15.25 in D 6.25 in
Biedermeier clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Biedermeier clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage clocks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Biedermeier clocks made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original clocks, popular names associated with this style include Biedermeier, and Viennese Manufactory. 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 clocks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $768 and tops out at $12,634 while the average work can sell for $2,600.