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Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style 1890s Painted Chests with Carved Stars

About the Item

A pair of Swedish Gustavian style painted wood chests from the late 19th century, with marbleized tops, three graduated drawers, dentil molding, carved stars and fluted side posts. Created in Sweden during the last quarter of the 19th century, each of this pair of Gustavian style chests features a rectangular faux marble top with canted corners in the front, sitting above a carved dentil molding followed by three drawers of graduating size. Showcasing a dovetailed construction, the drawers are adorned with slightly raised cartouches surrounding the Classical brass hardware. The façade is flanked with canted side posts with fluted motifs topped by stars carved in low-relief. The chests are painted in a soft color typical of the Swedish taste for light palettes aiming at brightening the rooms during the dark winters of Scandinavia. They are raised on four short tapered feet angled in the front. The Gustavian style takes its roots in the Louis XVI era. Swedish King Gustav III resided in 1771 in Paris, at the beginning stages of the Louis XVI style. There, he was inspired by French art and fashion. With that in his luggage, he had a strong desire to introduce something similar in Sweden. The country had fine craftsmen with high quality craftsmanship, who produced a simple style with harmonious aesthetics. The Gustavian style was born and has been in vogue ever since. It is incredibly popular, especially in England but also in France and in the USA. Price and age are of course inextricably linked, the older and rarer the higher the price! With their clean lines, soft colors and delicately carved décor, this pair of Swedish Gustavian style three-drawer chests circa 1890 will bring a touch of Classical elegance to any bedroom or living room.

Dimensions:

Height: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Width: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Depth: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Gustavian (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Wood,Carved,Painted

Place of Origin:

Sweden

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1890

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition however, this is an antique and having been around for a long time, it will show signs of wear. Antique pieces have very much sought-after character and associated flaws. Please review photos for condition & contact us with questions!

Seller Location:

Atlanta, GA

Reference Number:

Seller: XX571stDibs: LU835929405122

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