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Norwegian Kubbestol, Painted Stump Chair, Folk Art, Late 19th Century
$1,680
£1,271.92
€1,473.03
CA$2,377.58
A$2,663.85
CHF 1,385.32
MX$32,274.60
NOK 17,649.60
SEK 16,476.51
DKK 10,995.88
About the Item
Traditional Norwegian kubbestol, carved from a single log, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The kubbestol is a distinct Scandinavian folk chair form, known for being hollowed from a solid tree trunk with a rounded backrest and tapering sides.
This example is painted in a bold folk-art palette of blue, yellow, and red, typical of regional decorative traditions. The chair has a removable seat, upholstered in striped fabric that echoes its painted colors. The combination of rustic craftsmanship and decorative surface gives the chair both sculptural presence and practical comfort.
Kubbestoler were traditionally made in rural Norway and Sweden, often for special occasions or as dowry furniture, making them sought-after pieces of cultural heritage.
The overall impression of this charming chair is really good. It will complement many interior styles. A Modern, Antique, Wabi Sabi, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
- Dimensions:Height: 32.29 in (82 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)Seat Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)
- Style:Primitive (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Odense, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5686246300652
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