Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Blue Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-19th-century Swedish Gustavian pair of pine chests of drawers featuring classic carved details throughout. Each chest displays a carved Greek key meander along the top, canted si...
Brass
Pair of Gustavian Blue Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers painted in shades of blue, fitting their Swedish origin. Canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion and t...
Brass
19th Century Pair, Black Gustavian Chests of Three Drawers with Greek Key
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers with decorative painted lions under top central brass pull. Three drawers, upper drawer decorated with painted Greek key motif and a...
Brass
Sold|$8,567 / set
Pair of 19th Century Scandinavian Commodes with Faux Marble Tops
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of painted Swedish commodes, circa 1870. Top surface has been decorated with a hand painted faux marble effect. Dentil frieze below the top surface which leads down to the 3 ...
Pine
Midcentury Swedish Pair of Chest of Drawers and Marble Top, Gustavian Style
Located in London, England
A pair of early 20th century Swedish marquetry chest of drawers or bedside tables with their original marble tops, gilt mounts and escutcheons. The chests of drawers are made of many...
Marble
Sold|$12,800 / set
Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, a Pair
Located in South Salem, NY
An early 20th century pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests of drawers.
Pine
Sold|$12,800 / set
Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, a Pair
Located in South Salem, NY
An early 20th century pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests of drawers.
Pine
Pair, Gustavian Chest of White Drawers With Greek Key Motif, Sweden circa 1860
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative pine Gustavian chest of drawers with traditional carved dentil moldings, canted fluted side posts with upper carved medallion, raised on four tapered fluted feet...
Pine, Paint
19th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th century, white-grey antique Swedish Gustavian pair of chests made of handcrafted painted Pinewood with two large drawers and one small one, in good condition.
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Pair, Blue Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers with Greek Key Design, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian chest of drawers painted in shades of blue, fitting their Swedish origin. Note the decorative painted lions under top central keyhole. Contrasting faux b...
Wood, Paint
Pair Blue Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers With Black Top Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion and dentil molding. All resting on four tapered fluted feet. Th...
Brass
Pair Gustavian Blue Painted Chest of Drawers w/ Greek Key Pattern, circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian style chest of drawers painted in shades of blue, fitting their Swedish origin. Traditional faux marble painted top and carved dentil moldings. Three...
Brass
Pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers in Antique White with a Touch of Gray
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers exemplifies the refined restraint and timeless beauty of Swedish neoclassical design. Finished in a luminous antique white with...
Pine
Sold|$8,567 / set
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Painted Faux Marble Top Commodes
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century Swedish painted faux marble top chest of drawers, circa 1870. Hand painted top surface to simulate marble, stepped edge with dentil frieze detailing. Canted c...
Oak, Pine, Paint
Sold|$8,100 / set
Antique Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Nightstands
Located in Round Top, TX
Finding a matched pair of nightstands can be challenging, which makes this pair of Gustavian style chest of drawers an excellent find. Both have graceful lines and were painted later...
Wood, Paint
Pair of commodes in the Louis XV style, marquetry and gilt bronze, 19th century
Located in NICE, FR
A delightful pair of Gustavian commodes in the Louis XV style, based on the commode by Swedish master Georg Haupt, who trained in Paris and London.
Marble
Antique Pair of Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Nightstands
Located in Round Top, TX
Finding a matched pair of nightstands can be challenging, which makes this pair of Gustavian style chest of drawers an excellent find. Both have simple, clean lines and were painted ...
Wood
Sold|$5,800 / set
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Painted Four-Drawer Chests of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome and well-matched pair of late 19th century Swedish Gustavian chests of drawers, crafted in pine and retaining their original painted surfaces with exceptional, naturally a...
Wood, Paint
Sold|$22,250 / set
Soft White Finish Pair Two Drawer Commodes, Sweden, 1860c
Located in New York, NY
1860c Swedish pair of two drawer commodes. Gustavian style. Soft white finish.
Wood
Antique Pair of Blue Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers Nightstands from Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Captivating in every way, this enchanting pair of oak chest of drawers is a wonderful find. The delicate blue painted finish contrasts beautifully with the traditional faux marble pa...
Wood
19th Century Antique Pair Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Chest of Drawers Night
Located in Round Top, TX
Finding a matching pair of nightstands or end tables can be challenging, which makes this pair of Gustavian style chest of drawers an excellent find. The carved details including tra...
Wood
Antique Pair of Gustavian Chest of Drawers Nightstands Painted Blue with White A
Located in Round Top, TX
The blue painted finish is captivating in this pair of chest of drawers, along with the soft dove white finish of the top. Please examine close up photos to appreciate the multiple l...
Wood
Sold|$8,200 / set
19th Century Pair of Swedish Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small pair of late 19th century Gustavian painted commode chest of two drawers, slanted corners, standing on tapered legs, circa 1880 Sweden., Scandinavia.
Pine
Sold|$7,349
Pair of Painted Swedish Chests
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of early 20th century Swedish chests of drawers in Gustavian Style.
Sold|$4,000 / set
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Tops. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs. Width: 40cm / 15.7" Depth: 28cm / 11" Height: 71cm / 28"
Wood
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Tops. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs. Width: 80cm / 31.5" Depth: 43cm / 16.9" Height: 77cm / 29.9"
Wood
Sold|$6,328 / set
Pair of Painted 19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Gustavian influenced Swedish commodes, circa 1860.
Pine
Sold|$11,950 / set
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning pair of Gustavian-style chests, dating back approximately 100 years, beautifully captures the timeless elegance of Swedish design. Crafted with meticulous attention to ...
Brass
Sold|$7,950 / set
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of 19th century Gustavian-style chests of drawers showcases the elegance and craftsmanship characteristic of Swedish furniture design. Constructed from pine wood,...
Pine, Paint
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Carved Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of painted Swedish Gustavian revival commodes, circa 1870.
Pine
Sold|$9,800
Pair of Painted Blue 19th C. Swedish Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bring timeless Scandinavian charm into your home with this exquisite pair of 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers. Painted in a soft, serene blue with a contrasting whitish-grey top...
Wood
Sold|$17,012
Near Pair of Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A near pair of Gustavian style mahogany and brass mounted chests of drawers, with a shaped marble top Sweden, Circa 1920 Maroon marble top chest: 73.5 cm high by 80 cm wide by 44 cm ...
Marble, Brass
Sold|$9,800 / set
Very Fine Pair of Swedish Painted Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely pair of 19th century Swedish painted chests. Nice carving on the drawers as well. Simple clean lines make these great in a variety of decors!
Wood
Sold|$8,506 / set
Pair of 19th Century Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good pair of Swedish painted commodes, circa 1870. Off-white in color. Three drawers with shaped drawer fronts. Ring handles with escutcheon. Canted corners with applied carvin...
Pine
Sold|$7,716 / set
A Pair of Italian Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Cirencester, GB
These chest of drawers are Circa 1900 having been more recently painted. A really great shape to them with lovely detailing. In excellent condition. My pictures make the black colo...
Pine
Sold|$8,295 / set
Pair of Green Painted 19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Gustavian style commodes, circa 1870. 3 graduating drawers fitted with simple brass ring handles.
Pine
Pair of 19th Century Painted Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of Swedish painted commodes, circa 1860. Three drawers with brass ring handles and escutheons. Later paint has now taken on a weathered appearance. Fluted canted corners w...
Pine
Sold|$12,000 / set
Pair of 19th Century, Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A very fine pair of 19th century, Swedish Gustavian style chest of drawers with very handsome original hardware and exceptional floral carvings on each reeded corner posts under the ...
Pine
Sold|$8,438 / set
Pair of Carved Swedish 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of off white Swedish chest of drawers, circa 1870. Elegant pair of 19th century commodes with a delicate scrolling detail around the top surface. 3 drawers with brass ri...
Pine
Pair of Swedish 19th Century Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Scandinavian 19th century painted four-drawer commodes with brass hardware.
Pine
Sold|$8,225 / set
Pair of White Painted Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with Greek key motif carved in upper molding resting on fluted feet. The newer, professionally applied antique white custom painted finish i...
Pine
Sold|$11,500 / set
Pair of 19th century Swedish Chest Of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of mid 19th century Swedish Gustavian style chest of drawers with brass fittings, dental trims under the shaped wooden tops, canted and fluted corners posts in light white/ gr...
Bronze
Sold|$8,370 / set
Pair of 19th Century Painted Scandinavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century painted Scandinavian chest of drawers Good quality pair of Swedish painted commodes, circa 1860. Weathered grey paint with faux marble painted top surfaces...
Pine
Sold|$4,695
Pair of White Painted Swedish Style Chests
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of circa 1930s pair of three-drawer Swedish chests with antique white painted finish. Found in England, these chests have ribbed drawer fronts, decorative carved floral details ...
Brass
Sold|$10,500 / set
Pair of Swedish 19th century Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Swedish 19th century Gustavian style simple three-drawer chest with shaped top and canted fluted corners. Tapering, carved square feet. Stockholm Sweden ca 1880
Bronze
Sold|$9,383 / set
Pair of 19th century painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality pair of gustavian influenced pair of commodes. Shaped top surfaces with faux marble hand painted detailing.
Pine, Paint
Sold|$8,097 / set
Pair of 19th Century Painted Scandinavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality pair of Swedish painted commodes, circa 1860. Weathered grey paint with faux marble painted top surfaces. Below the top surface a dentil freize links down to the 3 dr...
Pine
Sold|$12,950
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pair of 19th-century Swedish chests, circa 1880, exemplifies the refined simplicity and neoclassical design typical of Gustavian furniture from the late 18th and 19th ce...
Brass
Sold|$11,600
Pair of 19th Century, Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A very fine pair of 19th century, Swedish Gustavian Style chest of drawers with very handsome original hardware and exceptional figural carvings on each four reeded corner posts unde...
Brass
Sold|$11,000 / set
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of early 19th century Swedish period Gustavian chest of drawers with brass fittings, shaped marbleized wooden tops, canted and fluted corners posts in light blue finish and da...
Bronze
Sold|$6,736 / set
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Pine Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Swedish painted commodes circa 1870. Good quality pair of commodes, 19th century in later paint. 3 drawers with shaped drawer fronts. Canted corners with carved and a...
Pine
Sold|$7,750 / set
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Blue Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft shades of blue. Canted fluted side posts with upper carved floral swag, dentil molding, raised on four tapere...
Brass
Pair Swedish Style Painted Three Drawer Chests by Lexington Furniture
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in West Chester, PA
Nice pair of Swedish style three drawer commodes or nightstands by Lexington Furniture. These are marked in the drawer and back and in very good condition with intentional factory di...
Wood, Paint
Pair, Painted Decorative Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft seafoam green and blue with pair of griffins highlighting the top drawer. Canted fluted side posts with upper...
Brass
Sold|$4,560 / set
Pair of Three Drawer European Chests Painted with Gold Wash
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of three drawer European chests painted with a gold wash, tapered legs and Swedish style.
Paint
Sold|$5,595 / set
Pair of Painted and Reeded Swedish Three-Drawer Chests
Located in Troy, MI
This pair of late 19th century three drawer Swedish chests feature decorative reeding on the drawer fronts and sides. White chalky paint with blue undertones, three dovetail drawers ...
Wood
Sold|$8,700 / set
Pair, Black Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion and Greek key meander along top, all raised on four tapered fluted feet. T...
Brass
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.
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.