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19th c. Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench with Griffins in Original Paint

About the Item

A beautiful Swedish sofa bench in the Gustavian style with carved griffins, hand-scraped to the original paint and newly upholstered in linen, circa 1880. Exquisite carved detail throughout. The back and seat frame feature bell flowers with rosettes on the leg posts. The front legs are adorned with lotus flowers.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 61 in (154.94 cm)Depth: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Gustavian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Linen,Paint,Wood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Wichita, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 22831stDibs: LU979542621492

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