Antique Swedish Gustavian Bureau, Handcrafted Oakwood, Circa 1790
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian bureau made of hand crafted painted Oakwood, in good condition.
Metal, Brass
Gustavian Fall-Front Bureau in Original Paint, Sweden, Circa 1800
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian bureau in exceptionally well-preserved original condition Crafted in pine and finished in a warm reddish-brown tone, with decorative blue faux marbled panels to both the f...
Pine
Gustavian Secretaire / Bureau 1780 - 1790
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian secrétaire in two parts, crafted in oak with a grey-white finish and a beautiful patina. The piece is constructed in two sections, featuring a classic upper cabinet with d...
Brass, Iron
Gustavian Black-Painted Bureau Cabinet, Sweden
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Gustavian black-painted bureau cabinet in three sections, crafted with fine classical detailing and beautiful patina.
Brass
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Bureau Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian one part bureau made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
Gustavian Two-Part Bureau, Handcrafted Pinewood, Neoclassical, 1790
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-grey, white antique Sweden Gustavian two part bureau with a writing flap made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal, Brass
$16,429Sale Price|20% Off
Large Swedish Gustavian Dry Scraped Bureau
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1800 Large Swedish Gustavian dry scraped bureau (vat qualifying) Measures: W 120 x D 53 x H 218cm Base W 112 x D 53 x H 98cm Top W 120 x D 37 x H 120cm.
Pine
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Writing Bureau in Dry-Scraped Pine
Located in Mckinney, TX
Found in Sweden, circa 1760 - 1790 Gustavian period writing bureau. Pine construction.
Pine, Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Two Part Pine Bureau, Scandinavian Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, dark-grey antique Swedish Gustavian two part bureau with a writing flap made of hand crafted painted pinewood, in good condition.
Metal, Bronze
19th Century Grey Swedish Gustavian Pine Two Part Bureau - Antique Secretaire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, light-grey, white antique Swedish Gustavian two part bureau made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
18th–19th Century Swedish Gustavian Two-Part Pinewood Bureau in Grey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th-19th century, light-grey, white antique Swedish Gustavian two part bureau made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal, Bronze
18th Century Black Swedish Gustavian One Part Pine Bureau - Antique Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, antique Swedish Gustavian one part bureau, secretaire made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal, Bronze
$5,174Sale Price|50% Off
Gustavian Neoclassical Mahogany Writing Chest / Bureau on High Stand, 1800s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Swedish Gustavian mahogany writing cabinet. The writing part is covered with a black patent leather, with visible traces of use. The inner drawers have bone handles. The upper part i...
Brass
$4,400
Swedish Secretary Bureau
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Swedish secretary bureau with a drop front writing surface. Two over three drawers sits atop ogee bracket feet. Later paint.
Wood
19th-century Scandinavian bureau with exquisite carved detailing
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Scandinavian bureau exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and decorative restraint characteristic of Northern European furniture of the period. Originating from Sca...
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Style Green Painted Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Green Painted Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Bureau. This three drawer bureau is based on an 18th Century Gustavian antique chest of drawers.
Brass
19th Century Swedish Vitrine Secretary Bureau with Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A charming Swedish vitrine bureau secreatry made in two parts from the 19th century. Original paint on the exterior and later interior paint. The glass was replaced some time ago. Th...
Wood, Paint
19th Century Handcrafted Pine Swedish Writing Bureau with Dragged Paint
Located in Mckinney, TX
Classic Swedish provincial form with a beautifully timeworn presence. This slant-top bureau retains its dry-scraped white paint across the front, revealing soft undertones of earlier...
Pine, Paint
19th-Century Swedish Bureau With Carved Columns And Blue-Painted Interior
Located in Atlanta, GA
This refined 19th-century Swedish bureau is distinguished by its architectural presence, elegant carvings, and beautifully preserved blue-painted interior. The exterior presents a so...
Wood
Fine Swedish three-part bureau with charming carvings and marble-painted columns
Located in Atlanta, GA
This fine Swedish three-part bureau, dating to circa 1790, is an elegant example of late 18th-century Scandinavian case furniture.
Pine
Tall Oak Secretary Bureau from Sweden, circa 1800-20
Located in Round Top, TX
This 7' tall oak secretary is an elegant statement piece crowned with an elaborate carved pediment over paneled cabinet doors. The secretary has been given a professional custom laye...
Brass
Antique Swedish Gustavian Secretary Desk, Pinewood, Circa 1840-1860
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian one part bureau, secretary made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
Late 18th-Century Swedish Secretary, c. 1780-90
Located in Kastrup, DK
Beautiful Gustavian secrétaire desk / bureau crafted in oak and finished in a decorative light blue hue with an attractive patina.
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 30.98 in W 36.5 in D 20.25 in
Grey Painted Gustavian Bureau with Three Drawers, Carved Legs & Brass Hardware
Located in Memphis, TN
1900s grey painted Gustavian bureau with three drawers, carved legs & original brass hardware.
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Bureau, circa 1760
Located in Charlotte, NC
Swedish Gustavian beautifully shaped block front desk. Light blue paint has had some touch up. The interior drawers are original in color. Ormolu pulls add decoration to this distinc...
Unavailable
H 43.08 in W 43.9 in D 21.38 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Bureau 19th Century Painted Writing Desk Serpentine
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
Large 19th century Swedish painted and carved bureau in the Gustavian manner. The carved fall flap enclosed a fitted interior comprising four columns of miniature drawers and stor...
Paint
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Secretaire Bureau
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An exceptional, richly carved 18th century Gustavian period two-part secretaire bureau with original locks and key.
Wood
Distressed White Painted Gustavian Style Bureau, Secretaire
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Distressed white painted Gustavian style bureau - secretaire. Hand carved and hand painted adds warmth to any room with it's great dimensions and country style coloring.
Wood, Paint
Scandinavian Bureau
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Original blue paint interior. Exterior repainted at a later date.
1800s Walnut-Veneered Bureau
Located in Memphis, TN
Late 19th century bureau veneered in walnut. Turned and carved decor details and original brass hardware. Five drawers. Some scratches and marks. H 44" W 33.5" D 17"
Brass
Unavailable
H 67.33 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
18th Century Fruitwood Bureau Cabinet Cartonnier Dating from circa 1750
Located in East Sussex, GB
A Northern European mid-18th century fruitwood bureau cabinet (Cartonnier) dating from circa 1750. The top with arched cornice above a central arched crossbanded and ebony strung doo...
Leather, Ebony, Fruitwood
Small 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bureau or Nightstand
Located in Kramfors, SE
Small gustavian bureau or nightstand from Sweden made during the last years of the 18th century, 1790 to 1800.
Pine
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bureau or 'Drag Kista'
Located in Kramfors, SE
Gustavian bureau or 'drag kista' as it's called in Swedish.
Pine
Gustavian bureau-plat
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish late Gustavian style brass-mounted mahogany bureau-plat with cartonnier, Second Half 19th Century, the paneled rectangular cartonnier with canted fluted corners and tambour...
Brass
Sold
H 39.5 in W 43.5 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Light-Blue Swedish Gustavian Bureau, Pinewood Writing Table, Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-blue, antique Swedish Gustavian bureau, table made of light grey painted Pinewood with a beautiful brass and bronze decoration.
Metal, Brass, Bronze
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bureau
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lovely 19th century Gustavian slant front bureau features a painted lid with sleek paneling that encloses a fitted interior.
Wood
Swedish Late Gustavian Bureau Plat
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful mahogany desk made during the late Gustavian period in Sweden. Decorated with brass details and has three drawers. Leather inlay on top
Brass
Patinated 18th Century Gustavian Bureau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted rustic Swedish chest of drawers. Made in Sweden circa late 18th century.
Pine
18th Century Swedish Bureau
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 18th century Gustavian bureau.
Gustavian Light Gray Painted Bureau / Secretary 1780 - 80
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant and architectural Gustavian bureau / secrétaire in oak with light gray paint.
Brass, Iron
Gustavian Period Bureau Cabinet
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Stunning early 19th century Swedish bureau cabinet in gorgeous early painted decoration. Featuring a decorative fall front that opens to reveal a well-fitted interior with drawers b...
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Style Bureau Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good quality Swedish style painted bureau bookcase constructed from old timber. Brilliant presence in situ. Dimensions 49 inches (124 cms) wide 23 inches (58 cms) deep 87.5 inc...
Teak
18th Century Gustavian Mora Clock Bureau
Located in Mckinney, TX
Crafted in pine and reflecting the understated elegance of the Gustavian style, the piece embodies both utility and refinement.
Pine
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Writing Bureau
Located in Mckinney, TX
This antique 18th-century Swedish Gustavian writing bureau is a rare and handsome piece, crafted from solid pine.
Pine
Antique Gustavian Mahogany Bureau with Marble Top
Located in Round Top, TX
Bureau, Gustavian style, early 20th century. Mahogany with inlay and marquetry in assorted wood types and mother of pearl.
Bronze
19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
Elegant yet compact white Gustavian style secretary also known as a bureau, with dentil molding, fluted sides and tapered fluted feet.
Pine, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Blue Painted Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Bureau. This three drawer bureau is based on an 18th Century Gustavian antique chest.
Brass
Year 1800 Swedish Gustavian Clock Cabinet and Bureau
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish clock cabinet and bureau in Gustavian style. Manufactured in northern Sweden, circa 1800.
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Green Dry Scraped Bureau
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1800 Swedish Gustavian green dry scraped Bureau (vat qualifying) Measures: W 114 x D 57 x H 98cm.
Pine
Swedish Late Gustavian Style Bureau -Plat
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Late Gustavian style brass-mounted mahogany bureau-plat, Late 19th Century, the rectangular top with an inset tooled black leather writing surface above three frieze drawer...
Brass
Antique White Painted Gustavian Secretary Bureau, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Stately and elegant, this tall white gustavian pine secretary shows off with the distinctive shape of the top bonnet or crown.
Wood
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.