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19th Century Swedish Set of Six Antique Birchwood Dining Chairs by Karl Johan

About the Item

A light-brown, antique Swedish set of six Karl Johan period armchairs in good condition. The Scandinavian dining chairs are made of hand crafted Birchwood with shovel-shaped backrests, recessed volute arms, and newly upholstered seats and saber legs. Wear consistent with age and use, some minor repairs. Circa 1830 Malmo, Sweden, Scandinavia. Seat 17.5" H x 22" W x 21.5" D.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Karl Johan (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU162227486563
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