Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
GUSTAVIAN STYLE
With clean lines and muted colors, antique Gustavian furniture is understated and elegant. It represents a more restrained version of the transition from Rococo to neoclassicism that was happening in France under Louis XVI. The style developed under Swedish King Gustav III, who reigned from 1771 until his assassination in 1792, and his son Gustav IV, who ruled until 1809. Although Gustavian furniture is mostly used to refer to pale painted cabinets, commodes, armchairs and other items, it involved a range of influences.
Gustavian-style furniture was inspired by discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum as well as the grandeur of European palaces like Versailles, with local softwoods such as pine and birch. There was also an emphasis on natural light; crystal chandeliers and large mirrors played a role in radiating the fleeting daylight of winter, giving it a distinctive aesthetic.
Where earlier furniture was curvy and florid, this new era was more architectural, with tapered and fluted legs and rectangular and oval shapes. Luminous gilt contrasted with the palette of soft blues on upholstery and painted surfaces. Leading furniture builders included Gottlieb Iwersson, Louis Masreliez and Erik Öhrmark. The latter, a French-born Swedish decorator, designed the Sulla chair, a seat that was demonstrative of technical skill and precise craftsmanship and drew on Greek klismos chairs. Masreliez’s Sulla chair was made by Öhrmark and featured decorative ornamentation produced by Jean-Baptiste Masreliez, Louis’s younger brother.
While the wealthy had furniture carved with neoclassical details like scallops and rosettes, more affordable options were adorned with faux finishes that mimicked marble and stenciled patterns. The simple elegance of Gustavian furniture would have a long impact on Swedish design, informing the 20th-century appreciation for function and form. In the 1950s, IKEA mass-produced copies of a Gustavian commode designed by cabinetmaker Georg Haupt, who created pieces for the Royal Palace, making the furniture a fixture of everyday Swedish life.
Find a collection of antique Gustavian seating, tables, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Rare 19th century Swedish stone and iron garden table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 19th century Swedish stone and iron garden table circa 1860.
The manufacture of cannons at the Stavsjo Bruk is well known and that is where the base of this table was made. Tax...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Iron
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Louis XVI Style Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of tall painted doors with original hardware. Will need new glass. Other doors available but not with glass panel. Doors can work well in Swedish Gustavian style decor
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19th Century French Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Antique Gustavian Style Black Painted Mahogany Caned Pedestal Plant Stand 36"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Gustavian style plant stand featuring black painted mahogany frame with hexagon shaped caned planter, tapered tripod legs, and fluted and carved floral accents.
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Early 20th Century Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
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Cane, Hardwood, Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Column, Antique Scandinavian Décor Piece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, antique Swedish Gustavian column made of hand crafted painted Pinewood in good condition. The Scandinavian pedestal, podium is enhanced by detailed wood carvings. Minor los...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
4 Ornate Italian Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 4 Ornate Italian Planters made by one of the TOP Garden Planter companies in Italy, Bitossi, they are in 100% Original condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Ten Decorative Rectangular Italian Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 10 Decorative Rectangular Italian Planters with Concrete tray for each one.
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1990s Italian Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Large Gustavian Style Garden Pots
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 Large Gustavian Style Garden Pots in original condition.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
3 Gustavian Style Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 3 Original Finish Gustavian Style Planters.
Middle planter: 10 H, 12 D, 23 W
Left planter: 17 H, 15 W.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
3 Basket Weave Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is an unique set of 3 Basket Weave Planters from Spain.
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1950s Spanish Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
3 Basket Weave Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is an original finish set of 3 basket weave planters.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
2 Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian Style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
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1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
3 Antique Oversize Exterior Doors, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
Three very large monumental over size rustic antique architectural paneled doors with oval top that will add character and style to any hou...
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19th Century American Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Pair of Hand Painted Architectural Wall Fragments, Plaster, Italian, Venetian
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of hand painted architectural wall fragments, Plaster, Italian, Venetian Style.
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Late 20th Century Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Composition
Pair of Giltwood and Paint Decorated Italian Columns, Pedestals, Gustavian Style
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Table Top Diminutive Decorative Giltwood and Paint Decorated Italian Columns, Gustavian Style, 19th Century Europe. This fine pair of painted and gilt wood columns or pedesta...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Giltwood
Antique Scandinavian Coal or Fireplace Bucket in Copper, 18th Cen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A fine quality Scandinavian (probably Swedish) coal or fireplace bucket. It dates to circa 1750. Perhaps a tat earlier. Finely hand forged brass handl...
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Mid-18th Century Scandinavian Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
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Brass, Copper
Swedish Black and Giltwood Hanging Planter, Gustavian Period Sweden, 1810
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish black and giltwood ceiling hanging planter, Gustavian Period Sweden, 1810
The ceiling plater hangs with 3 black painted metal chains. The inside of the planter has a metal i...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
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Wood
Gustavian Neoclassical 18th Century Pedestal, Origin: Sweden, Circa 1780-1795
Located in New York, NY
Gustavian, neoclassical 18th century pedestal, origin; Stockholm, Sweden, circa 1780 - 1795, with exceptionally painted, all original faux-marble finishes
Provenance: Private Collec...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of Louis XVI Style Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of tall painted doors with original hardware. Will need new glass. Other doors available but not with glass panel. Doors can work well in Swedish Gustavian style décor. Each do...
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19th Century French Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
King Gustaf III Cast Iron Fire Place Side
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a, "King Gustaf III" cast Iron fire place siding. Very rare piece to find.
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1780s Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century Faux Marble Wooden Pedestal, Scandinavian
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large 19th Century Gustavian pedestal with original faux marbled paint and patina.
The stately pedestal is a wonderful addition to a hallway, foyer, or anywhere you need to display a...
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19th Century Scandinavian Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Directoire Style Bench and Two Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
This Directoire or Gustavian style trio are perfect for a hall, enclosed loggia or sun porch. The armchairs have cane backs and seats. The bench has a cane back and wood seat. All ar...
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Early 20th Century French Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
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Directoire Style Bench and Two Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
This Directoire or Gustavian Style trio are perfect for a hall, enclosed loggia or sun porch. The armchairs have cane backs and seats. The bench has a cane back and wood seat. All ar...
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Early 20th Century French Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
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Wood, Cane
Swedish Stone Top Pillar Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish stone-top black pillar table stone is earlier than 1850 and has a beautiful natural rough underbelly.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Pair, Wall Mounted French Stone Urns
Located in Bellport, NY
Pair of Vintage French Stone Wall Mounts(half urns). Well detailed and in nice vintage condition.
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Early 20th Century French Gustavian Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
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Gustavian building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Gustavian building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, folk art, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gustavian building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $8,400 while the average work can sell for $1,595.
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