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  • A dainty Biedermeier writing desk in preserved historical condition.

    A dainty Biedermeier writing desk in preserved historical condition.

    Design and craftsmanship likely attributable to Joseph Ulrich Danhauser and his manufactory.

    Vienna, circa 1825/30.

    Veneered in walnut on a softwood carcass. The edge of the top panel features solid walnut banding (block-veneered).

    Turned elements crafted from solid walnut; partially carved.

    Finished on all sides with fine herringbone-patterned band inlays in walnut. Featuring a concealed top drawer, seamlessly integrated.

    Cf. design drawing for a similarly oval sofa table featuring a drawer and a supporting pair of columns by Danhauser: “Canapetisch No. 14”, inventory number KI 8971-1965, Museum of Applied Arts (MAK), Vienna.

  • An elegant and very dainty oval Biedermeier sewing table.

    An elegant and very dainty oval Biedermeier sewing table.

    Southern Germany, circa 1820.

    Crafted from solid walnut (legs) and veneered in walnut on a softwood carcass. Featuring an authentic lower shelf, veneered in walnut.

    Original lock.

  • A dainty semanier in preserved original condition. Attributed to the design and craftsmanship of the Joseph Ulrich Danhauser and manufactory.

    A dainty semanier in preserved original condition. Attributed to the design and craftsmanship of the Joseph Ulrich Danhauser and manufactory.

    Attributed to the design and craftsmanship of Joseph Ulrich Danhauser, Vienna, circa 1825.

    Exquisitely veneered in book-matched cherry wood on a softwood carcass.

    The three-quarter columns feature corkscrew-turned cherry wood veneer, gracefully accented with mahogany band inlays. Standing on original, turned feet.

    The drawer fronts are counter-veneered with maple on the interior.

    Equipped with two original steel-cut keys and heart-shaped brass inlaid escutcheons. The original locks feature finely crafted file-stroke engravings.

    Cf. design drawing for a semanier (weekly chest) by Danhauser: “Chifonier No. 14”, inventory number KI 8971-1108, Museum of Applied Arts (MAK), Vienna. This reference also features a seven-drawer semanier with an identical treatment of the top panel’s finishing profile.

  • A freestanding Biedermeier writing desk, featuring a spacious top drawer.

    A freestanding Biedermeier writing desk, featuring a spacious top drawer.

    Southern Germany, circa 1820.

    Exquisitely crafted from solid cherrywood (legs) and veneered on a fine softwood body.

  • An exceptionally dainty Biedermeier chest of drawers.

    An exceptionally dainty Biedermeier chest of drawers.

    Thuringia, circa 1830.

    Masterfully veneered in cherrywood on a softwood body.

    The original block feet are crafted from solid pearwood.

    Adorned with authentic inlaid escutcheons made of deep-dyed wood.

    The chest features two original box locks, with one having been expertly supplemented.

  • An exceedingly rare, museum-quality Biedermeier stand for umbrellas or walking sticks.

    An exceedingly rare, museum-quality Biedermeier stand for umbrellas or walking sticks.

    Vienna, circa 1825/30.

    Likely based on a design by Joseph Ulrich Danhauser and manufactory.

    Exquisitely veneered in cherrywood. The dark border accents are crafted from ebony.

    Historical feet, thoughtfully supplemented.

    Featuring its inaugural metal insert with remnants of the original coloration.

  • A pair of exceptional and extremely rare, free-standing Biedermeier corner bergères.

    A pair of exceptional and extremely rare, free-standing Biedermeier corner bergères.

    Southern Germany, circa 1820.

    Exquisitely veneered in cherry wood, finished on all sides for free-standing placement. The legs are crafted from solid cherry wood, featuring broad maple band inlays on the front for a sophisticated color contrast.

    The pieces are currently pre-upholstered and await their final top-cover fabric. You can choose every color you like for the top-cover fabric.

    Literature: This pair of corner bergères is illustrated in: Haaf, Rainer, Biedermeier-Welten. Deutschland und Donaumonarchie, Leopoldshafen 2024, p. 358, fig. 1344.

  • A magnificent Biedermeier étagère based on a design by Joseph Ulrich Danhauser.

    A magnificent Biedermeier étagère based on a design by Joseph Ulrich Danhauser.

    Vienna, circa 1830.

    Exquisitely crafted from solid cherrywood and fine cherrywood veneers.

    The piece is partially ebonized, adding a refined contrast.

    Literature for comparison: A nearly identical étagère, attributed to Danhauser along with the original design drawing, is illustrated in: Wilkie, Angus, Biedermeier: Elegance and Grace in a New Interior Culture at the Beginning of the 19th Century. Gerstenberg 1996, fig. 83.

  • Nr. 607 – Elegant Biedermeier Corner Cabinet with Glazed Upper Section.

    Nr. 607 – Elegant Biedermeier Corner Cabinet with Glazed Upper Section.

    Rhineland, circa 1830.

    Veneered in cherrywood on softwood, partially solid. Original veneered plank feet.

    The glazing has been renewed.

    The original fittings of pressed brass sheet and the original locks are preserved.

    The Side length is 48 cm.

  • Pair of Biedermeier Demilune Consoles.

    Pair of Biedermeier Demilune Consoles.

    Southern Germany, circa 1830.

    Cherry veneer on a softwood carcass. Legs and tabletops crafted from solid cherry wood.

    The drawers are fitted with later added brass pull knobs.

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