Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11

Pair of Antique Swedish Karl Johan (Biedermeier) Revival Side Chairs c. 1900

$4,395per set
£3,286.34per set
€3,838.26per set
CA$6,174.97per set
A$6,254.04per set
CHF 3,592.63per set
MX$75,838.34per set
NOK 41,674.10per set
SEK 42,419.44per set
DKK 28,695.04per set

About the Item

Exquisitely graceful pair of antique Karl Johan Revival dining chairs, embodying the timeless elegance of the early 20th-century Biedermeier Revival movement. This “Karl Johan” style is the Swedish equivalent of Biedermeier, named after King Karl XIV Johan (Sweden from 1818–1844), under whom this aesthetic of classical simplicity flourished. These stunning revival pieces are crafted from beautifully figured golden flame birch, a wood highly valued in Scandinavian furniture for its striking, iridescent grain. The use of native Swedish birch in these chairs—showcased on the elegant saber legs and the characteristic lyre or bow-back splat—highlights the style’s focus on the wood’s natural beauty. Fully restored and professionally reupholstered in a sophisticated black velvet, this pair offers a perfect blend of rich history, excellent craftsmanship, and modern comfort. We can think of a myriad of locations for this pair - flanking a fireplace, doorway, entrance, cabinet, credenza, a pair of dining chairs, desk chairs … shall we go on? #BS-1385
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1900
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU857447546802

More From This Seller

View All
Pair Antique Swedish Karl Johan Revival (Biedermeier) Chairs - Fully Restored

Pair Antique Swedish Karl Johan Revival (Biedermeier) Chairs - Fully Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

Superb examples of the Karl Johan Revival style, which is the Swedish equivalent of the European Biedermeier style, but with strong influences from the French Empire style. The perio...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood, Birch

Pair of Antique Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Flame Birch Chairs - Restored

Pair of Antique Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Flame Birch Chairs - Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite pair of early 20th-century side chairs represents the Karl Johan Revival style—Sweden’s distinct interpretation of the pan-European Biedermeier movement—a stunning ret...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Birch

Pair of Neoclassical Revival Lounge Chairs - COM Ready

Pair of Neoclassical Revival Lounge Chairs - COM Ready

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Antique Swedish club chairs. Crafted in the neoclassical revival, some would say “Biedermeier revival style” with a small intricate applique detail on the front of the arm. F...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Corner Chairs

Materials

Muslin, Mahogany

Restored Swedish Grace Armchairs, Hardwood, Art Deco, c.1920s

Restored Swedish Grace Armchairs, Hardwood, Art Deco, c.1920s

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of newly restored antique Swedish Grace arm chairs. Swedish Grace was the brief design period precursing the more commonly identified Scandinavian Modern. It is a delicate balan...

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Vintage Hepplewhite Neoclassical Style Arm Chairs - Fully Restored

Pair of Vintage Hepplewhite Neoclassical Style Arm Chairs - Fully Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

Exceptional pair of vintage armchairs (often referred to as “carvers”) that perfectly embody the refined taste of the Neoclassical/Federal Period, strongly influenced by the designs ...

Category

Late 20th Century Hepplewhite Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

You May Also Like

Pair of Antique Mahogany Hepplewhite Revival Chairs Denmark 1900s

Pair of Antique Mahogany Hepplewhite Revival Chairs Denmark 1900s

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

A beautiful pair of antique Danish chairs made around 1900, inspired by the classic English Hepplewhite style. Each chair has a shield-shaped back with a fine inlay of an urn, slim t...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Danish Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood

Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch

Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair (2) antique Biedermeier chairs circa 1840, birch Solid birch wood body. Seat cushion upholstered and covered with fabric. Grand-line frame and legs. Slightly curved backrest wi...

Category

Antique 1840s German Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Pair of Cherrywood Biedermeier Side Chairs, European Early 19th Century

Pair of Cherrywood Biedermeier Side Chairs, European Early 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

An exceptionally nice pair of cherrywood side chairs with black lacquer accent. Wonderful inlay fan shape back detail, recently re-upholstered. Beautiful condition, sturdy and sound....

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry, Lacquer

Pair of Biedermeier Dining Chairs Made in Czechia circa 1830s, Restored Cherry

Pair of Biedermeier Dining Chairs Made in Czechia circa 1830s, Restored Cherry

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Pair of Biedermeier dining chairs made in Czechia circa 1830s. Restored by our team. Made out of Cherry wood and fabric, very high quality materials.

Category

Antique 1830s Czech Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs, South German 1810-20

Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs, South German 1810-20

Located in Leimen, DE

Pair of Neoclassical Chairs, Germany 1810-20: Exquisite Design with Palmette Motif Discover the elegance of the past with this stunning pair of Neoclassical chairs, hailing from Ger...

Category

Antique 1810s German Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Cherry