Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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.
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Style: Gustavian
Unique Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
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1910s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
19th C. Gustavian Style Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1890 Gustavian Style Swedish painted distressed Dresser-Nightstand. Original brass hardware.
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1850s Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers. Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small White Gustavian Chest of Two Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This small chest of drawers is quite dramatic thanks to the bow front and fluted carving along the skirt. Rests on tapered feet.
Restored, later professionally painted in layered sha...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Berlin Iron
Gustavian Style 19th Century Painted Swedish Chests with Carved Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests from the 19th century with antique off white / cream painted finish, carved Greek Key frieze, two drawers an...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy 1860 Grey White
Located in LONDON, GB
C 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed decorative motifs on the top rail, f...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Antique Gustavian Gray Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Lovely gustavian pine chest of three drawers with fluted columns, dentil molding and tapered fluted feet.
The newer, professionally applied layered gray painted finish has undertone...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
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1920s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers . Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Swedish Light Grey Painted Three-Drawer Chest with Carved Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style light grey painted chest from the 20th century with three drawers, floral carved side posts, valanced apron and tapered feet. Immerse your living space in t...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian 19th Century Grey Painted 3 Drawer Dresser
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late Swedish 19th century painted chest of drawers. This 3 drawer dresser has a charming break front style with the original brass hardware.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Bronze
Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Style Painted and Carved Three-Drawer Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish 19th Century Gustavian style three-drawer painted wood chest with carved dentil molding and fluted side posts. Immerse yourself in the charm of Swedish craftsmanship with thi...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1920s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Blue Painted Chest of Three Drawers with Serpentine Front, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
The soft blue painted finish is captivating in this attractive chest with three serpentine front drawers raised on curved cabriolet feet.
Restored, later professionally painted in layered shades of blue with white undertones and lightly distressed to fit the age and grace of this lovely chest.
Drawers function with two large brass pulls on each.
Any scratches, cracks, dings, or age related separation are reflective of age and do not detract from the beauty nor function of this 4' wide dresser...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Paint
Unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
this is a Unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
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1910s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Unique Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers . its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Large Black Chest of Drawers with Griffins in Gold, Sweden, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A large decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers with dramatic "à La Grecque" or Greek key motif in blue and mythical griffins in burnished gold.
Canted fluted side posts w...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Style Four Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 4 drawer Swedish Gustavian chest, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Gustavian Style 19th Century Painted Chests with Carved Diamond Motifs, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style painted wood chests from the 19th century with three drawers each, carved reeded diamond motifs, canted side posts and tapered feet. This stunning pair of Swedish Gustavian style painted wood chests, hailing from the 19th century, radiates refined simplicity and timeless appeal. Painted in a soft, creamy color, these chests harmoniously align with the Scandinavian penchant for light, airy palettes, and effortlessly bring a sense of calm and elegance to any space. Each chest features three spacious drawers, adorned with exquisitely carved reeded diamond motifs, offering both visual interest and ample storage. The canted side posts are a masterful touch—topped with carved rosettes and enhanced with fluted accents, they contribute to the chests' stately presence. The tapered feet, elegantly angled at the front, provide a graceful finishing touch, grounding each piece with subtle sophistication.
In a contemporary home, these chests could grace a master bedroom as nightstands, offering convenient storage and a touch of antique charm beside a plush bed...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Blue Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden Late 19th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A small Gustavian-style light blue painted chest with 3 drawers and brass hardware from the second half of the 19th Century. This little Scandinavia...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish 1790s Gustavian Period Painted Three-Drawer Chest with Carved Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period painted wood chest from circa 1790 with three drawers, linear hardware and carved fluted feet. Embodying the refined simplicity of the Swedish Gustavian er...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
19th Century Blue-White Swedish Gustavian Antique Pinewood Nightstands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian pair of nightstands made of handcrafted Pinewood, in good condition. The detailed Scandinavian bedside tables ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Metal, Brass
Gray Painted Small Chest of Nine Drawers, Sweden circa 1860
Located in Round Top, TX
Fascinating Gustavian pine chest of nine drawers with fluted columns, dentil molding and tapered fluted feet.
The unique configuration of drawers with central three in a square shape...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine, Paint
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey/ White Painted Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely Swedish painted chest of drawers in oak with dental molding along ridge of top and half-corner columns extending from original turned feet to underside of molding. Has origi...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Oak
Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. Its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster Grey"
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1910s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Pair of Gustavian Three Drawer Dressers with Faux Marble Tops
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair Of Light Grey Gustavian Chest of Drawers With 3 Drawer Dressers, Brass Hardware and with Faux Marble Tops.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Style Five Drawer Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style Five Drawer Sideboard. Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster Grey".
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th century painted Swedish chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century painted swedish commodes circa 1870.
Good quality pair of gustavian influenced chest of drawers.
R...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair of 19th century carved Swedish painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century carved Swedish painted chest of drawers circa 1880.
Beautiful pair of swedish 3 drawer commodes, very much in the gustavian taste.
Presented in a light warm bl...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Unique Gustavian Style Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of Gustavian Style Nightstands. the tops are not square but deeper on the inside and not so deep on the outside of the top. insid...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Muslin, Wood
Swedish Gustavian Style 5 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style 5 Drawer Chest. Its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster Grey"
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Swedish Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Gustavian Style Swedish Dresser, large four-drawer commode with an antique painted finish, with carved dental moldings, blind fret carings, with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Antique Gustavian White Painted Chest of Three Drawers from Sweden circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian Style white painted chest of three drawers with carved detail along top.
Newer professionally applied and layered white painted finish, lightly distressed to fit age and g...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Paint
Early 19th century Swedish painted baroque revival chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish painted baroque revival chest of drawers circa 1820.
3 drawer commode with shaped sides and serpentine shaped drawer fronts. Made from oak with later ear...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Oak, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Four Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a very Unique Swedish Gustavian Style 4 drawer chest of drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1910s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair Foral Painted White Decorated Gustavian Style Bombe Commodes Nightstands
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1980s North American Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Gustavian Style 1890s Chest with Two Drawers and Grey Painted Outlines
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted chest circa 1890 with two drawers, carved fluted molding, light grey painted outlines and tapered legs. Embrace the enduring charm of Nordic design ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish pair of white 19th century painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish pair of white 19th century painted chest of drawers circa 1880.
Good quality pair of swedish painted commodes.
Top surface with hand painted faux marble effect, canted corn...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Period Carved Wood Chest, Scraped to Original Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period chest, scraped to the original colors, from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique chest from Sweden features clean lines outlined in magnific...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Gustavian White Painted commode, The Swedish Neo Classic style Gustavian commode with a concave front side, with paneled drawers and sides having gold leaf trim details. The two long drawers with brass ring pull hardware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Large Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a very unique Large Swedish Gustavian 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster Grey".
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1890s Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pine Chest of Four Drawers Painted White, Denmark circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique pine chest of four drawers, with traditional fluted carved details along side and topped by carved accent medallions flanking the narrow top drawer.
The professionally appli...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine, Paint
Period Gustavian Chest of 3 Drawers with Original Blue Paint
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 18th Century Swedish 3 drawers chest with original brass hardware and its Gustavian style blue color that has been restored at a later date. The simplicity of the Scandinavian F...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Style 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style 4 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. Its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster Grey"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Northern Swedish Classic Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique chest of drawers or commode from northern Sweden made in a classic straight gustavian shape from the late 1700s. The chest is a genuine Swedish antique made by hand in pine a...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
Small Gustavian Chest Drawers Painted Blue
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish small-sized chest of drawers or nightstand in blue painted wood. Height: 47 cm / 18,5 inch.
Dating from the early 19th century, this small dresser is composed with three dra...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Antique Gustavian White Painted Chest of Drawers from Sweden, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian white painted chest of three drawers with beaded trim along top.
Newer professionally applied and layered white painted finish, lightly distressed to fit age and grace of ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Gustavian Inlaid Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
We are pleased to offer this profusely inlaid Gustavian period commode circa 1800.
Large selection of wood craft techniques using elm, walnut, ebony, satinwood and various fruitwo...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Birch, Elm
Antique Gustavian Chest-on-chest with Original Paint and Hardware, Sweden, 1780s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Sweden, 1780s
A gustavian chest-on-chest with original paint. Painted to look like mahogany and porphyry granit.
H 132 x W 151 x D 58 cm
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1780s Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Antique Gustavian Chest of Drawers Chest on Chest Dated 1829
Located in Boden, SE
A magnificent beautiful big Chest of Drawers "Chest on Chest."
Swedish early 19th century untouched original painted pine chest of drawers dated...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
Pair of Gustavian Grey Painted Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Pair of Gustavian Grey Painted Dressers, The Swedish Neo Classic style Gustavian commode with a concave front side, with paneled drawers and sides having gold leaf trim details. The two long drawers with brass ring pull hardware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Six Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style Six Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Grey Painted Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Gustavian Grey Painted Dresser, The Swedish Neo Classic style Gustavian commode with a concave front side, with paneled drawers and sides having gold leaf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Original Red Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-1840
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the all original painted finish that makes this chest of drawers from the Swedish countryside a special find.
Note the original brick red paint accented with the blue/green/wh...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Gustavian commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
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