Biedermeier-striped furniture fabrics represent one of the finest traditions of 19th century furniture making. The Biedermeier style, which flourished between 1815 and 1848, emphasised a refined aesthetic alongside bourgeois lifestyle and practicality. The first such striped upholstery fabrics were made in Vienna and praise the craftsmanship of the best Austrian weavers. The striped fabrics were often made of silk, wool or cotton, and the fine weaving technique made them extremely durable and elegant. The pattern of the stripes was not only decorative, but also enriched the appearance of the furniture, while at the same time exuding a strict harmony and order that perfectly matched the bourgeois ideals of the Biedermeier era.
One of the greatest masters of the Biedermeier style was Joseph Danhauser, who contributed to the flourishing of the period not only as a painter and furniture designer, but also as an enthusiastic supporter of the weaving craft. Danhauser was one of the first designers to combine striped patterns and rich fabrics with practical yet artistic furniture making. In addition, several Austrian artists, such as Rudolf von Arthaber and Franz Xaver Duschl, were also famous for designing furniture fabrics, especially striped fabrics, typical of the period. The richness of detail in Duschl's weavings took the Biedermeier style to the highest level. As the centre of the Biedermeier style, Vienna was home to many famous furniture makers and designer. The striped furniture fabrics made here were not only common in the Austrian court, but also in bourgeois houses, so the Biedermeier style and its legacy still inspires modern furniture design.
We did a complete refurbishment, i.e. we used traditional upholstery techniques, from spring binding to the use of afrik and cotton wool fillers. We also took care of the woodwork: gluing, jointing, veneering, sanding and shellac polishing, these processes were all needed in order to fix the furniture and let it shine as new.
