Large Painted Gustavian Periode Armchair, Stockholm, Sweden, Late 18th Century

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Large Painted Gustavian Periode Armchair, Stockholm, Sweden, Late 18th Century

About the Item

A large period Gustavian armchair with wood carved decor. The chair is unmarked, but is a typical example of a Stockholm Master work around 1780. The piece stands out with a beautiful, natural patina, exquisitely carved flower motifs in the front, as well as its well crafted frame. The chair is scraped down to its original paint. Later upholstered in linen fabric. The perfect piece to elevate any modern interior with centuries old cultural history and exquisite craftsmanship. When the future King Gustav III of Sweden returned from an extended stay at Versailles in 1771, he brought home with him a love of neoclassical style. The more restrained Swedish nature evolved the style into what we now call Gustavian. It’s easy to confuse Gustavian decor with French neoclassicism and even rococo: The furniture boasts fluted legs, scalloped aprons, and carved detailing; chandeliers and mirrors glint with gold gilt. But the Swedes favored whitewashed woods and pale hues, rather than dark wood and jewel-tone colors, to compensate for the lack of sunlight during the long northern winters. And in keeping with a Scandinavian appreciation of simplicity, rich damasks and opulent tapestries were typically replaced with solid linen or cheery checked upholstery. This moderation of French magnificence is perfect for today. Gustavian decor offers ornamentation and artistry, but not so much as to overwhelm your senses when you return home after a hectic day or to make a less-than-palatial abode feel cluttered. Below, some inspiration for making Gustavian style your style.

Dimensions:
Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 24.81 in (63 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
Style:
Gustavian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Wood
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
Late 18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1780
Condition:
Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The wooden Fram is scraped back to its original paint. Later reupholstery in linnen fabric.
Seller Location:
Basel, CH
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6543228862232