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Gustavian Benches

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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Style: Gustavian
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat
Located in Huntington, NY
An unusual Swedish window seat from Lindome in the oval (or zero) style with incredible detailed carvings. The arched sides have an intricately detailed open design. The upper sectio...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat

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19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful, large and very rare large Swedish Gustavian sofa with new upholstered seat cushions added. This piece is very unique and rare with the grande scale and featuring side cu...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

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18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian sofa bench, daybed with three large back pillows and two round pillows, made of hand carved Pinewo...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Pine, Linen

18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed
18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed

18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed

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Gustavian Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
This beautiful antique Swedish bench is early 19th century from Northern Sweden. The layers of paint have been dry scraped revealing the original colours and beautiful carved deta...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

Gustavian Bench
Gustavian Bench

Gustavian Bench

19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with turned finials and feet adding to the timeless appeal and style. The professional newly applied white...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Fabric, Foam, Wood, Paint

19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench
19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench

19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, hall bench made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition. The Scandinavian three seater pull-out wood sofa has a tall curved ba...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Metal

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa

Long Black Painted Upholstered Bench by Chelsea Textile
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Hand-carved and hand-painted, this 18th Century Gustavian inspired bench from Chelsea Textile features a linen seat on rosette medallion corners, atop tapered fluted legs. The seat h...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint, Linen

Long Black Painted Upholstered Bench by Chelsea Textile
Long Black Painted Upholstered Bench by Chelsea Textile

Long Black Painted Upholstered Bench by Chelsea Textile

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish Gustavian provincial sofa crafted in pine, showcasing its original scraped paint. This sofa, dating back to the early 19th century, around 1800 to 1810, exemplifies ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench

Swedish Gustavian Painted Banquette-Trundle
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A Swedish 18th century Gustavian banquette with its original hand-scraped painted finish. The solidly constructed frame makes for a sheltering sofa as well, with a removable bench se...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Swedish Gustavian Painted Banquette-Trundle
Swedish Gustavian Painted Banquette-Trundle

Swedish Gustavian Painted Banquette-Trundle

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench circa 1890. Elegant painted pine bench from the late 19th century, very much in the taste of the gustavian period. Upright back w...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine, Paint

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench
Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench

Gustavian inspired 19th century Swedish pine bench

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely 6' long bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with it's fluted carved skirt and back all resting on turned fluted legs. Restored, later professi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820
Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820

Antique Swedish Sofa Bench in Gustavian Style, Solid Pine with Blue Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish sofa bench in gustavian style. The sofa is a genuine country house furniture from northern Sweden made around 1820 to 1840. The fr...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine

Antique Swedish Sofa Bench in Gustavian Style, Solid Pine with Blue Paint
Antique Swedish Sofa Bench in Gustavian Style, Solid Pine with Blue Paint

Antique Swedish Sofa Bench in Gustavian Style, Solid Pine with Blue Paint

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Style Country House Bench or Sofa
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish sofa in gustavian style. The sofa is a genuine country house furniture made by hand around 1820 in northern Sweden. The frame is m...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Style Country House Bench or Sofa
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Style Country House Bench or Sofa

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Style Country House Bench or Sofa

Fine 19th Century Swedish Bench
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine 19th century Swedish bench From The Gustavian period in it's original finish. Can be used as a corner bench, long strait bench or two separate benches. Ca 1810 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine

Fine 19th Century Swedish Bench
Fine 19th Century Swedish Bench

Fine 19th Century Swedish Bench

Early 20th Century Gustavian Style Painted Daybed
Located in New Orleans, LA
A Swedish painted daybed with brass accents in the Gustavian style.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Gustavian Style Painted Daybed
Early 20th Century Gustavian Style Painted Daybed

Early 20th Century Gustavian Style Painted Daybed

Neoclassical Style Swedish Grey Gustavian Storage Sofa Hand Carved
Located in Essex, MA
Classic Swedish Gustavian grey-painted hand-carved bench/ sofa with storage. One missing ball finial has been replaced and painted to match. Sorry, not in the photos. Simple Swedis...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Neoclassical Style Swedish Grey Gustavian Storage Sofa Hand Carved
Neoclassical Style Swedish Grey Gustavian Storage Sofa Hand Carved

Neoclassical Style Swedish Grey Gustavian Storage Sofa Hand Carved

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Demilune Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of matching painted demi-lune form benches made in the Louis XVI Swedish Gustavian taste. The benches feature a painted frame with an intentionally aged, distressed patina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gustavian Benches

Materials

Brass

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Demilune Benches
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Demilune Benches

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Demilune Benches

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful, large and very rare large Swedish Gustavian sofa with new upholstered seat cushions added. This piece is very unique and rare with the grande scale and featuring side cu...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Long Bench
Located in New Orleans, LA
This elegant 19th Century Swedish Gustavian long bench epitomizes the refined simplicity and timeless charm of Gustavian design. Crafted from high-quality wood, the bench features cl...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Burlap, Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Long Bench
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Long Bench

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Long Bench

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench, Trundle Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Swedish painted hall bench ~ trundle bed is the perfect selection for the active family! By day, a handsome, country style hall bench ~ by nig...
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1880s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench, Trundle Bed
19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench, Trundle Bed

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench, Trundle Bed

Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Daybed
Located in New Orleans, LA
Highly decorative 18th century Swedish daybed with original patina.
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Daybed
Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Daybed

Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Daybed

Swedish Gustavian Style Gray Painted Sofa Bench with Raised Diamond Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style gray painted sofa bench from the 20th century with high back, raised diamond motifs and linen upholstery. This Swedish Gustavian style sofa bench captivates...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Swedish Gustavian Style Gray Painted Sofa Bench with Raised Diamond Motifs
Swedish Gustavian Style Gray Painted Sofa Bench with Raised Diamond Motifs

Swedish Gustavian Style Gray Painted Sofa Bench with Raised Diamond Motifs

20th Century Swedish Bench
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th-century Swedish bench showcases the refined craftsmanship and timeless simplicity characteristic of Scandinavian design. Constructed from carved pine, the bench fea...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

20th Century Swedish Bench
20th Century Swedish Bench

20th Century Swedish Bench

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a very unique Swedish Gustavian style bench with Storage compartment under the seat. The seating has been restored and covered in Muslin. and the bench has been painted with...
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1820s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style
Bench Swedish Gustavian Style

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Gustavian style bench, The seating has been restored and covered in Muslin. and its been painted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1880s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style
Bench Swedish Gustavian Style

Bench Swedish Gustavian Style

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Benches
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sophisticated pair of 20th-century Swedish benches showcases the timeless elegance of Gustavian design, combining neoclassical influences with Scandinavian craftsmanship. Constr...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Benches
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Benches

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Benches

19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Gustavian sofa bench with original paint. Exquisite carving on the front and side panels and along the perimeter of the upholstered a...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench
19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench

19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Benches or Settees
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair Of Swedish Gustavian style grey painted benches Complimentary delivery to most areas of London UK.
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1920s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Benches or Settees
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Benches or Settees

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Benches or Settees

19th Century Period Gustavian Pair of Benches Carved Rams Head and Hoof
Located in Miami, FL
19th century period Gustavian pair of benches, Savonarolas, carved rams head and hoof with original leather seat.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Period Gustavian Pair of Benches Carved Rams Head and Hoof
19th Century Period Gustavian Pair of Benches Carved Rams Head and Hoof

19th Century Period Gustavian Pair of Benches Carved Rams Head and Hoof

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish gustavian country sofa or bench from the early 19th century. The sofa is a country house furniture in folk art with an unusual straight shape. The sofa has profiled or fluted...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench, Trundle Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench ~ Trundle Bed is an amazing approach to practicality with style! The neoclassical influence in the design is readily apparent, with a ...
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1870s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench, Trundle Bed
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench, Trundle Bed

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench, Trundle Bed

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
Located in Huntington, NY
A rare and exceptional low Swedish Gustavian bench featuring leaf cut design on all four sides. Sits atop square, tapered and fluted legs. Meticulously scraped to its original grey p...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

Sophisticated Swedish Style Bench with Lovely Splayed Legs and New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely Swedish style bench having beautifully sculpted shape, upholstered in a soothing greyish blue fabric, having elegant off white antiqued bleached splayed legs.
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1980s American Vintage Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sophisticated Swedish Style Bench with Lovely Splayed Legs and New Upholstery
Sophisticated Swedish Style Bench with Lovely Splayed Legs and New Upholstery

Sophisticated Swedish Style Bench with Lovely Splayed Legs and New Upholstery

18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian sofa bench, daybed with three large back pillows and two round pillows, made of hand carved Pinewo...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Pine, Linen

18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed
18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed

18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Upholstered Bench
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Upholstered Bench. Hand painted and hand distressed wood bench fully upholstered in a neutral linen textile. Wonderful addition to any style home, use...
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Early 2000s Swedish Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood, Pine

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Upholstered Bench
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Upholstered Bench

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Upholstered Bench

19th century Swedish Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic Swedish bench embodies a simple yet charming Scandinavian folk design, likely from the 19th or early 20th century. Made entirely from solid wood, it features a timeworn, ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood

19th century Swedish Bench
19th century Swedish Bench

19th century Swedish Bench

Bench, Swedish with Griffons, 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
With significant size and presence, this armed bench has a long single seat and three separate upholstered back rests and upholstered arm rests. The elaborately carved wood is painte...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bench, Swedish with Griffons, 19th Century
Bench, Swedish with Griffons, 19th Century

Bench, Swedish with Griffons, 19th Century

A Gustavian Bench with Beautiful Plaster Caryatid Decoration on the back.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Gustavian Bench with Beautiful Plaster Caryatid Decoration on the back and hand carved all around.
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1790s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Pine, Plaster

A Gustavian Bench with Beautiful Plaster Caryatid Decoration on the back.
A Gustavian Bench with Beautiful Plaster Caryatid Decoration on the back.

A Gustavian Bench with Beautiful Plaster Caryatid Decoration on the back.

19th Century Gustavian Period Swedish Pine Bench with Storage
Located in Pasadena, TX
19th century Gustavian period Swedish pine bench with storage This bench is a nice example of Gustavian furniture, the Swedish interpretation of French neoclassical design. Decor...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

19th Century Gustavian Period Swedish Pine Bench with Storage
19th Century Gustavian Period Swedish Pine Bench with Storage

19th Century Gustavian Period Swedish Pine Bench with Storage

Early Gustavian Bench with beautiful carved decoration all around.
Located in Washington, DC
A very early Gustavian Bench, scraped to its original color, with beautiful carved decoration all around. The bench lift up to underneath storage: 20 ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Early Gustavian Bench with beautiful carved decoration all around.
Early Gustavian Bench with beautiful carved decoration all around.

Early Gustavian Bench with beautiful carved decoration all around.

Bespoke Gustavian Style Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning bespoke Swedish Gustavian style painted bench with reeded panels and decoration. Seat height - 17" This bench has been painted in an F&B Old White No.4 Reference: 8339 D...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Gustavian Benches

Materials

Pine

Bespoke Gustavian Style Bench
Bespoke Gustavian Style Bench

Bespoke Gustavian Style Bench

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Swedish painted hall bench is a charming piece perfect for hallways, stairwell landings, or cozy room settings. The tailored lines crea...
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1890s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench
19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian bench with carving around all sides and tapered square legs.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench by Johan Lindgren
By Johan Lindgren
Located in Huntington, NY
A unique hourglass shaped Swedish Gustavian bench made by Stockholm master furniture maker, Johan Lindgren (active 1770-1800). His initials, ILG, can be found underneath. Frame is de...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench by Johan Lindgren
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench by Johan Lindgren

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench by Johan Lindgren

foley&cox HOME custom "Whitfield Hall Bench"
By Foley & Cox
Located in Hudson, NY
Hall bench with exposed frame detail. Front legs accented with antiqued brass mounts. Shown in medium espresso mahogany. Custom finishes also available in light cerused oak and mocha...
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2010s American Gustavian Benches

Materials

Brass

foley&cox HOME custom "Whitfield Hall Bench"
foley&cox HOME custom "Whitfield Hall Bench"

foley&cox HOME custom "Whitfield Hall Bench"

18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Bench
Located in New Orleans, LA
This piece depicts cherubs holding torches on the backs of lions.
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Upholstery, Wood

18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Bench
18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Bench

18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Bench

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Giltwood Curule Leg Long Bench, circa 1805
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A rare and elegant circa 1805 Swedish late Gustavian period neoclassical long bench, the upholstered seat atop carved giltwood frame having tripartite curule leg supports connected b...
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Early 1800s Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Giltwood Curule Leg Long Bench, circa 1805
Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Giltwood Curule Leg Long Bench, circa 1805

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Giltwood Curule Leg Long Bench, circa 1805

French Painted "X" Rocking Bench with Linen Upholstery, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French painted rocking stool that is newly upholstered in washed Belgium linen and finished with antique brass nailhead trim detail.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Benches

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Brass

French Painted "X" Rocking Bench with Linen Upholstery, circa 1930s
French Painted "X" Rocking Bench with Linen Upholstery, circa 1930s

French Painted "X" Rocking Bench with Linen Upholstery, circa 1930s

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat
Located in Huntington, NY
An unusual Swedish window seat from Lindome in the oval (or zero) style with incredible detailed carvings. The arched sides have an intricately detailed open design. The upper sectio...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Window Seat

Early 19th Century Late Gustavian Bench
Located in Ljungby, SE
A late Gustavian bench made in Western Sweden, most likely Lindome, around 1800. The back features an elegant crossed pattern.
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Early 19th Century Antique Gustavian Benches

Materials

Wood, Pine

Early 19th Century Late Gustavian Bench
Early 19th Century Late Gustavian Bench

Early 19th Century Late Gustavian Bench

Gustavian benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gustavian benches for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gustavian benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include and Johan Lindgren. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $575 and tops out at $17,999 while the average work can sell for $5,372.

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