Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
A fine and authentic early 19th-century Swedish Gustavian trag sofa, circa 1800. Structurally sturdy and in very good antique condition, the frame retains its wonderful, original Gus...
Wood
Swedish Rococo Trag Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
The best trag sofa we have had, 18th century.
18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa
Located in Encinitas, CA
18th century Swedish period Tragsoffa, scraped down to original lovely cream or white color. Beautiful carved apron over reeded tapered legs. Upholstered in antique Swedish Hemp. Gre...
Swedish Trag Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous 18th century Baroque bench scraped finish to its original paint. Intricate carving and in excellent condition. One of the best we've had at M.Naeve. Recently upholstered dow...
18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa
Located in Brecht, BE
This is an exceptional 18th century Swedish trag sofa, original hand scraped paint, all the cushions have been recently upholstered and hand-stitched in Belgian linen sofa, circa 178...
Linen, Wood
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H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 25.19 in
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Upholstered Trag Sofa in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish Trag Sofa from the Gustavian period hand-scraped to reveal the original paint surface and newly upholstered in antique linen with a hand-stitched t...
Linen, Wood, Paint
Swedish 19th Century Painted Blue Trag-Sofa with Lyre Back
Located in Round Top, TX
I think it's possible to even clean it but I loved the hemp so I left it as is. It is a trag-sofa which has storage under the seat.
Pine
18th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in New Orleans, LA
Stunning hand-carving on this 18th-century Trag sofa. It features elegant, hand-carved lines and a pale patina.
Wood
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H 33.13 in W 79.5 in D 26.75 in
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Blue Painted Sofa Bench Tragsofa / 'Trägsoffa'
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period wearing blue paint and newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 30.13 in W 72.44 in D 27.19 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench Tragsofa, Linen Upholstery, Circa 1790
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 36.25 in W 79.5 in D 29.94 in
18th Century Swedish Rococo Period Trag Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful Tråg sofa has a patina that only age can provide.
Hemp, Wood, Paint
18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa with Cushions
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite 18th Century Swedish Trag sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and historical elegance.
Canvas, Wood
18th C. Swedish Gustavian Period Trag Sofa in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish Trag Sofa from the Gustavian period in original paint, newly upholstered in linen.
Linen, Wood, Paint
Carved "Trag Roccoco" Sofa
Located in Washington, DC
A painted and beautifully carved "Trag Rococo" sofa, with original upholstery.
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa
Located in Encinitas, CA
18th century Swedish carved trag sofa. Original blue and ochre color.
Pine
Swedish "trag" sofa
Located in New Orleans, LA
Very nice Swedish "trag" sofa from the 19th century or earlier in faded blue paint; base recently reupholstered in burlap.
Wood
Long Tråg Sofa
Located in Sheffield, MA
Swedish rococo Trågsoffa, circa 1820. Ornately carved apron and cabriole legs with carved knees and scroll feet. Solid back and sides for a cosy feel.
Upholstery
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H 33.08 in W 70.08 in D 26.38 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Gustavian Trag Sofa with Original Paint
Located in London, England
19th century Swedish Gustavian Trag sofa, with a wonderfully decorated front frieze Upholstered in a neutral linen fabric.
Fabric, Wood
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Gustavian sofa. it has new cushion seating covered in Muslin. This sofa was found at an Auction in Stockholm, Sweden.
Pine
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
Berlin Iron
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Swedish Gustavian sofa, circa 1820, is a striking example of the timeless beauty and functionality of Scandinavian design. Crafted from pine, the sofa featu...
Pine
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen. Circa 1810.
Pine
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa from Skellefteå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Scraped by hand to its original color. The sofa has some retouches. The kitchen sofa is a hallmar...
Pine
$4,895
H 34.26 in W 70.48 in D 25.6 in
Antique Swedish Sofa from the Gustavian Period, Hand-Made during the Late 1700s
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique sofa from the gustavian period around the late 1700s. The sofa has a hand-made frame in solid pine which has been dry scraped by hand down to the original, first laye...
Pine
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This Original Painted Swedish Gustavian sofa was found at an Estate Auction in Stockholm Sweden. its 100% Original except for the restored seating which has been covered in Muslin.
Wood
19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 19th-century Swedish sofa, circa 1800, crafted in the neoclassical tradition. This elegant piece is constructed from pine and retains its original painted finish, now soft...
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Sofa, circa 1790
Located in Huntington, NY
A stunning Swedish Gustavian sofa. A rectangular frame with decorative hand-carved Guilloché scroll along the top of the back and sides. Detailed finials sit atop fleurons and an ele...
Wood, Paint
$3,800
H 37.8 in W 72.84 in D 25.6 in
Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning antique late Gustavian sofa/bench, skillfully crafted by a talented Swedish cabinetmaker of the era. This exquisite piece showcases the hallmark elements of Gustavian desi...
Pine
100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Gustavian sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
Birch
19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
An unusual period Gustavian sofa with classical plaster decoration. With rare lions paw feet and scraped to original paint. Newly upholstered in linen.
Linen, Wood
Gustavian Settee ca 1780 - 1780
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Gustavian settee crafted in beech with a black finish and a beautiful age-related patina, allowing the warm tone of the wood to show through in places. The gently curved uph...
Fabric, Beech
Early Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Early Gustavian (Swedish Rococo) sofa with two bolsters and seat cushion.
Wood
Gustavian Swedish Sofa
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th century Swedish sofa with original paint, 1810. Seat height: 20" (51cm) Dimensions: 84 inches (213 cms) wide 24 inches (61 cms) deep 48 inches (122 cms) high. ...
Oak
Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa, circa 1790
Located in Huntington, NY
An intricately carved Swedish Gustavian tragsofa featuring a decorative hand carved Guilloché scrolling apron. Decorative fleurons sit atop fluted tapered legs. This piece has been t...
Wood, Paint
19th century Swedish painted pine cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish painted pine cupboard circa 1870. Fine quality Swedish cupboard which can function in multiple rooms around the home, such as the kitchen, dining room or bedroo...
Pine, Paint
Fine 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fine 19th century Swedish sofa from the Gustavian period in its original colour newly upholstered in a raw linen. Ca 1810 Sweden.
Pine
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