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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
Antique Set of Hand Carved & Turned Wooden Chess Pieces ca. 1830 Danish / German
Located in Lisse, NL
Near complete and very good condition set of early Biedermeier chess pieces. For the lovers of the game of chess we present these handcrafted pieces from the early 1800s and they a...
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Boxwood, Oak

Antique 19c Biedermeier Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 19c Biedermeier Style Burl Walnut Secretary Desk
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Center Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Dear Sir/Madam, It is with great pleasure that we present this exquisite Biedermeier walnut table, crafted in Vienna circa 1825. This exceptional piece stands as a testament to the ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th C. Biedermeier Partial Ebonized and Bronze Mount Side Table or Candle Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
19th C. Biedermeier Partial Ebonized and Bronze Mount Side Table or Candle Stand. Measures 13.5" in width, 13.5" in depth and 21" in height.
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19th Century American Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This charming half cabinet dates back to the late Biedermeier period around 1830 and showcases timeless elegance. Crafted with a solid spruce body, it is adorned with a rich walnut v...
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19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Spruce

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Vitrine Table Top Display Collectors Cabinet
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique twin door table top walnut Biedermeier vitine or collectors cabinet display case, Austria, Circa 1820. This very handsome antique cabinet having an ogee shaped crown to the top, below are a pair of glazed doors with the original brass escutcheons and functioning original key & lock, the hinged doors enclose a pair of adjustable shelves, that can be placed at any level for the full height of the cabinet. Both sides of the cabinet are also glazed, so the contents can be displayed from three sides, the cabinet is raised on four turned compressed bun feet. Condition is excellent, this 200 year old antique cabinet...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Glass, Walnut, Pine

19th century inlaid birch lyre form occasional table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century inlaid birch lyre form occasional table circa 1890. Elegant piece of late 19th century swedish furniture.  Overall rectangular shaped top with canted corners.  Made in ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional cherry Viennese Biedermeier sofa was made circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rar...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Commode/ Trumeau, Austria, circa 1845
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable 19th century nutwood commode, artfully handcrafted in the famous Biedermeier era in Austria around 1845. This great looking, compact shaped dresser - also called "trumeau"...
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1840s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This exceptional Biedermeier walnut table, crafted in Vienna circa 1825, epitomizes the elegance and sophistication of the era. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are renowned for their imp...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Small Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this early, small Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined de...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Style Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Biedermeier style birch chest of drawers, circa 1960's. With a rectangular top, 3 drawers with diamond shaped bone escutcheons, resting on square tapered legs. This chest would be at...
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1960s European Vintage Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Bone, Birch

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Writing Desk
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful example of form and function from the Biedermeier period. Constructed in the Austrian Empire of sturdy Fir with Walnut veneers cut in profile as well as on the burl. A fo...
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1850s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Fir

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Cabinets, Austria circa 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary pair of rare 19th century walnut cabinets, coming from the famous Biedermeier period in Austria around 1830. These unique ful...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique 19c Biedermeier Burl Walnut Center Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 19c Biedermeier Burl Walnut Center Table
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Very Rare Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers from Castle Carlsruhe
Located in Greven, DE
"Egyptian chest of drawers" from Carlsruhe Castle Silesia Wroclaw Curly maple, maple burl circa 1810 Probably Breslau around 1810, after a model from "La Mésangère" published in 18...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Maple

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk Tabernacle Cabinet 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A fine, elegant, antique Austrian mahogany Biedermeier secretary desk cabinet, circa 1820. The cabinet in two sections, the top with a curved architectural pediment, below is a curved door tabernacle cupboard, flanked by a pair of columns with gilt bronze bases and capitals. The base with a series of four graduated drawers with shield shaped lock-plate escutcheons inlaid with bone, to the center is a fall front writing surface enclosing a fitted interior with a series of drawers, pigeon holes and a central locking door, the doors and drawers are inlaid with satinwood stringing. All the locks are fully operational and keys are present. The cabinet is raised upon a plinth base, the secretary cabinet is made from the finest figured Cuban mahogany, condition is very good, no condition issues or restoration. This very elegant Biedermeier secretary cabinet...
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1820s Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Vitrine/ Display Cabinet, Austria circa 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable 19th century nutwood display cabinet/ vitrine from the famous Biedermeier period in Austria around 1840. Veneered in fine nutwood, this beautiful Biedermeier vitrine impre...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of Bronze & Brass Wall Candelabras Candle Holders Former Gas Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted bronze and brass wall candelabras. This rare and great looking pair of Dutch wall candelabras dates from the late 1800s and this pair could hardly be in better condition...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Cabinet. Vienna, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut cabinet. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1830. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sop...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Antique German Biedermeier Cherry End Table Nightstand Pillar Cabinet 34"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German Biedermeier pillar cabinet or stand. Made of cherry featuring upper gallery with wavecrest design over one drawer and cabinet, supported by tapered legs. Circa mid t...
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Early 19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

19th Century German Biedermeier Extendable Antique Walnut Dining Room Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier extendable dining room table with two leaves, made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut in good condition. The d...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Armoire. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut armoire. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sop...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Beautiful and Original 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa c. 1830
Located in Heathfield, GB
A superb quality three seater sofa with a truly beautiful solid maple frame of superb colour and with natural chatoyancy. The face of each arm inlaid with tulips in ebony, walnut and...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Maple

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This stunning Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticate...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Large Antique Vase- Blue Opaline glass - 19th century - Bohemian Glass
Located in Nový Bor, CZ
Large Antique blue opaline glass vase, The vase has a beautifully cut top, The body of the vase is decorated with an ornamental painting in a gold...
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19th Century Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass

19th Century German Pair of Biedermeier Mahogany Podiums - Antique Pedestals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier pair of podiums made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. Each of the detailed pedestals a...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Metal

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Golden Birch
Located in Lewes, England
Rare set of 6 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1920 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully curved front leg...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Round Biedermeier Cherrywood Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The table is covered with cherry veneer. The table is from the early 19th century from the Biedermeier period. As the table has a low frame, there is plenty of legroom when sitting u...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Spruce

Biedermeier Semainier or Tallboy Chest on Chest of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Danish semainier or tall boy (chest-on-chest) from the 19th century, featuring a Biedermeier design of flame-cut mahogany - canopy top over seven graduating, locking drawers w...
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19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Restored Biedermeier Dining Table, Cherry Wood, Revived Polish, Czech, 1830s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This practical and elegant round Biedermeier dining table comes from Bohemia from the first half of the 19th century. It has a large diameter and comfortably seats up to 6 people. It...
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Wood, Cherry, Lacquer, Spruce

Franconian Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
An elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers, crafted around 1820. The top drawer is framed by ebonized full columns on the sides, giving the piece a striking structure...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Pair Baker Furniture Beidermeier Klismos Style Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Baker Furniture Beidermeier Klismos Style Cherry Dining Chairs. A fantastic combination of the traditional Biedemeir and the Klismos style...
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Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

1995 Biedermeier Style Thomasville Grand Classics Line Breakfront China Hutch
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage 1995 Biedermeier Neoclassic Revival Empire Style Thomasville Grand Classics 2-piece lighted breakfront China hutch comprised of a burled maple & black frame, brass ...
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1990s American Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique sofa from the late 19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
This elegant antique sofa, dating from around 1880, originates from Northern Europe and reflects the refined aesthetics of the Biedermeier style. Crafted from rich walnut wood, it sh...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Early 19th Century Neoclassical Karelian Birch Secretary
Located in Houston, TX
An extraordinary early 19th Century Neoclassical style Karelian birch secretary. This wonderful cabinet features four ebonized columns supporting giltwood caryatids, two gothic arched cabinet...
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Early 19th Century Baltic Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Swedish Mahogany Chiffonje, Writing Agency - Cabinet by Karl Johan
By Karl Johan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique Swedish Biedermeier writing agency, secretary table made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Mahogany with a writing flap, designed by Karl-Johan in goo...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Metal, Brass

19th Century Biedermeier Wardrobe, Bohemia, Prague, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Wardrobe Prague Walnut Biedermeier circa 1830 Dimensions: H x W x D: 180 x 122 x 50 cm Description: Two-door piece of furniture standing on skirted square...
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1830s Czech Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Antique sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A sofa from the second half of the 19th century in a Victorian style. An antique, small piece of furniture with a beautiful form will give elegance to any interior. A sofa with a sim...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Biedermeier Cherry Dining Table, South Germany, C. 1815
Located in Southampton, NY
Biedermeier Cherry Dining Table, South Germany, C. 1815 Dining Table, consisting of two console table with matching veneered table top, cherrywood and cherrywood veneer, Biedermeier,...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Cherry

19th Century Birdseye Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany Ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvellous 19th century birdseye maple Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in Bavaria/ Germany. This exceptional antique Biedermeier commode...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Spruce

Large Biedermeier Sofa / Banquette In Burl Mahogany
Located in BARSAC, FR
Large Biedermeier style sofa or banquette in burl mahogany veneer and solid mahogany covered with a beautiful classic empire fabric in old gold with laurel wreath motifs. Beautiful ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden and date from around the 1870-1890 period. They are of superb quality, ...
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1870s Swedish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Birch

19th Century Late Biedermeier Walnut Display Cabinet / Vitrine
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
A lovely and light walnut cabinet/vitrine, with one original large glass door, glass side panels, and a mirrored back. Two large shelves with two rece...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Walnut

19th Century German Biedermeier Veneered Walnut Console Table, Antique End Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rectangular, freestanding antique German Biedermeier console table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut, in good condition. The top of the small end, side ...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Biedermeier Pair Of Austrian Chairs Joseph Danhauser Style
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. First o...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Birch

Biedermeier Style Burled Birchwood Secretary Desk by Colombo Mobili
Located in Shippensburg, PA
BIEDERMEIER STYLE BURLED BIRCHWOOD SECRETARY DESK Executed by Colombo Mobili, ca. 21st century Item # 411OBP20A A truly remarkable Biedermeier style secretaire a'abattant desk from ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century, Biedermeier Walnut Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This exquisite Biedermeier wardrobe is a true gem, showcasing the timeless beauty and elegance of a bygone era. Crafted from high-quality walnut veneer on a softwood body, this wardr...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Softwood, Walnut

Set of 2 Identical Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Germany, 19th Century, Walnut
Located in Wrocław, Poland
These 2 Biedermeier chests of drawers were made in 19th century. They come from Germany. Veneered with beautiful walnut veneer. Each chest features two spacious drawers lockable wit...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Walnut

Antique sofa from Northern Europe, circa 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1890. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. Wood: mahogany dimensions : sofa height 113 cm seat height 45...
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1890s Norwegian Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

19th Century Austrian Pair of Antique Biedermeier Ebonized Wood Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique Austrian pair of Biedermeier side chairs made of hand crafted polished ebonized wood, in good condition. The detailed dining room chairs have a slightl...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Ebony

Antique Biedermeier Burl Wood Inlaid Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
A fine late 19th early 20th century walnut Danish Inlaid figural commode. Commode features three drawers with satinwood inlays. The top drawer is inlaid with a pair of opposing griff...
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19th Century Danish Antique Biedermeier Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Fine 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

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Cherry

Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Sofa from Germany
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The Biedermeier sofa, dating back to around 1825, is a true classic piece of furniture. Made from beautiful walnut wood, it has been hand polished with shellac to achieve a stunning finish. Recently reupholstered with new Biedermeier fabric...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Ash Wardrobe, 1820–1825
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Original Biedermeier Ash Wardrobe, 1820–1825 An exquisite two-door wardrobe in the Biedermeier style, dating from 1820–1825. Its elegant form and perfect proportions embody the refi...
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1820s German Antique Biedermeier Furniture

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Ash

Biedermeier Style Bohemian Hand-Cut And Ground Crystal Liquor Bottle.
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Bottle from ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Biedermeier Furniture

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Crystal

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

Materials

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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