Biedermeier Seating Set in Walnut and Ebony, Austria, 1820s, Set of 3

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Armchair dimensions:
Height: 83 cm (32.7 in)
Width: 63 cm (24.8 in)
Depth: 57 cm (22.4 in)
Seat: 38 cm … Read more Armchair dimensions:
Height: 83 cm (32.7 in)
Width: 63 cm (24.8 in)
Depth: 57 cm (22.4 in)
Seat: 38 cm (15 in)

Sofa dimensions:
Height: 81 cm (31.9 in)
Width: 115 cm (45.3 in)
Depth: 64,5 cm (25.4 in)
Seat: 38 cm (15 in)

This seating suite, consisting of a sofa and a pair of armchairs, is an excellent example of Austrian furniture making from the early 19th-century Biedermeier period. This style, born from a desire for bourgeois comfort and coziness, emphasized clean lines and the natural beauty of wood. The suite represents a perfect harmony between a representative appearance and domestic intimacy, making it a timeless element suitable for both historical and eclectic interiors.

The set has undergone extensive and complete restoration. The foundation is a robust solid spruce and oak frame, ensuring strength and stability, while the visible surfaces are veneered in fine walnut. The original wood polish has been sensitively refreshed, highlighting the honey-like color and rich grain of the walnut. A unique decorative feature is the subtle ebony columns, which create an elegant contrast to the lighter wood. The entire set has been newly and professionally upholstered with high-quality textile fabric according to the original design, preserving its authentic historical character and maximum comfort.

According to the original process, our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has restored and reupholstered the item.

It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process.

This item features classic Biedermeier elements. Visual simplicity, light-colored woods, and contrasting inlays characterize this style. Relaxed sophistication is the name of the game. Despite original Biedermeier pieces being over 200 years old, the furniture of the movement still feels fresh and modern. See less