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Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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
Swedish Gustavian Style Chest w/Charcoal Trim, Early 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style chest of drawers from the early 20th century. This antique chest from Sweden, designed in typical Gustavian style, features a simple, clean design with cant...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Swedish Gustavian Style Cabinet or Buffet, late 19th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian style with this exquisite cabinet. Crafted from painted pine wood, it exudes understated sophisticati...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Swedish Gustavian Style 4 Door Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style 4 Door Sideboard. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Gustavian Corner Sideboard
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Corner cabinet of 1830s. It can also be used by being attached to a wall. Even though it is simple, facial expressions have a wonderfully sophisticated atmosphere.
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1830s Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th Century Gustavian Painted Corner Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Gustavian bow fronted corner cupboard from the North of Sweden. Refreshed old paint to the exterior, later painted interior. Circa 1790.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Swedish Circa 1858 Gustavian Pine Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
This 19th century Gustavian style buffet originated from Sweden. It has wonderful craftmanship throughout with hand carved wooden pulls, wood pegging, faux marbleized paint on the to...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

3 Door Swedish Gustavian Style Side Board
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 3 Door Swedish Gustavian Style Side Board. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints Oyster White.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Commode, Mahogany, Marble, Brass, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Commode, Mahogany, Marble, Brass, Sweden, 1980s Gustavian chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden in the later half of the 20th century. This ex...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Mid Century Swedish Carved and Painted Gustavian Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the charm of classic Swedish design with this pair of mid-century Gustavian chests. Each piece boasts a Greek Key design carving that add a touch of elegance and character t...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Swedish Commode, Mahogany, Marble, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Swedish Commode, Mahogany, Marble, Sweden, 1950s Gustavian dresser or chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden circa 1950s. This example features...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with classic Gustavian ribbing detail on the drawer fronts and leading edge...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine, Paint

Gustavian Style 3 Drawer 2 Door Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style 3 drawer 2 door sideboard, its been restored and repainted with milk paints "Oyster White".
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Nightstands Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 Gustavian Style 2 door 1 drawer Nightstands. they have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Swedish Chest, Walnut, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Swedish Chest, Walnut, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1960s Gustavian chest designed and produced in Sweden in the later half of the 20th century. This example h...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Swedish Secretary Bureau
Located in South Salem, NY
A late 19th century Swedish secretary bureau with a drop front writing surface. Two over three drawers sits atop ogee bracket feet. Later paint.
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Danish Late Gustavian Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A Danish Late Gustavian commode with old (possibly original) brass hardware and locks. Notched corners with two wide drawers over a crisscross patterned apron. Square legs with small...
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Swedish Gustavian Mora Clock Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Gustavian Mora clock chest, its been restored and repainted with milk paints, "Oyster White". New battery works have been instal...
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1820s Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Reeded 2 Door 2 Drawer Buffet
Located in San Angelo, TX
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood buffet from the 19th century with reeded drawers over doors, and distressed patina. Created in Sweden during the ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Marble Top Chest of Drawers Commode 1875
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with classic Gustavian detail on the drawer fronts and leading edges. It has a...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Serpentine Two Piece Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful 18th Century Swedish Serpentine front Commode Chest of Drawers in two pieces. this Two piece design was often used for moving the chest in small spaces. The paint on this...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Swedish Gustavian Style Display Case
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique 2 glass door top, 2 door bottom Swediish Gustavian style display case. the Bottom cabinet is circa 1950, the upper cabinet is New made using 150 year old Antique windows...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian style 3 drawer chest, its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White".
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1880s Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Swedish Secretary Desk with open book shelves above the fall front desk and bottom cabinet doors. The desk section has multiple sma...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A three drawer Swedish Late Gustavian commode. Front corners are canted and fluted. Back corners are fluted as well. Sits atop tapered rectangular feet. Later iron pulls and original...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Swedish Gustavian Period painted buffet will make a handsome addition to your collection, and a stylistic touch to your decor! Hand-crafted from indigenous old-growth pi...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 3 Drawer Chest. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Chest Of Drawers Swedish Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique 3 drawer Swedish Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Midnight Black"
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Swedish Gustavian Writing Chest
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Gustavian writing desk in original paint. Tapered legs and a reeded drawer. Interior of 3 reeded drawers.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Buffet with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian Corner Buffet from Pitea Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A classic fine Gustavian Corner Buffet with marbled painted top. Nicely hand-cut down at feet. ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Early 20th century inlaid walnut commode with marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Inlaid walnut commode with marble top circa 1910 from Stockholm, Sweden. Green and grey marble top with moulded edge and canted corners, sits, removable on the main body. Fitted wi...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Corner Buffet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Gustavian low corner buffet from the North of Sweden. This buffet features two large curved and paneled doors that open to useful storage. It has been later scraped to reveal its or...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sideboard
Located in Huntington, NY
A small provincial Gustavian Style sideboard with original hardware and repainted in light grey. One wide drawer with two reeded diamond-shaped details on the pulls. Sits atop two ve...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Gustavian Cupboard
Located in Hellerup, DK
Beautiful antique Swedish Gustavian (1770-1810) cupboard scraped back to the original color - wonderful patina and with 3 shelves behind the 2 doors.
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1770s Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Gustavian Cupboard
Gustavian Cupboard
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Gustavian, Swedish Commode, Grey Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Swedish Commode, Grey Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 1930s Gustavian chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden circa 1930s. This example features a gray paint di...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Paint

Chest Vanity Europe 19th Century Mahogany Brass The Netherlands
Located in New York, NY
Chest Vanity Europe 19th Century Mahogany Brass Netherlands. A vanity chest made during the 19th century in The Netherlands. Mahogany with brass hardware and a brass bowl. Top with s...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

19th Century Period Gustavian Corner Cabinet, Vertical Reeds and Natural Wood
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish 19th century period Gustavian corner cabinet. This Swedish corner cabinet features vertically reeded details on the doors and sides, with the reeds coming to an upward poin...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Swedish Gustavian White Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SWEDISH GUSTAVIAN-STYLE PAINTED CHEST OF DRAWERS Northern European, 20th Century 39 1/4" H x 21 1/4" D x 44 1/2" W A reproduction of the Gustavian period carefully executed in the ...
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20th Century European Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair, 19th Century Swedish White Nightstands Narrow Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Gustavian style narrow pine chest of three drawers with tapered feet perfect to use as nightstands or small side tables. The three drawers each have a brass pull ring to open....
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Gustavian Style Unique 2 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a very unique 4 visual 2 drawer Gustavian Chest, its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White".
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1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Late 18th Century High-Gustavian Commode with Intarsia by Gustaf Foltjern
By Carl Gustaf Foltjern
Located in Ljungby, SE
A distinguished high-Gustavian commode, crafted in Stockholm by Gustaf Foltjern (master 1771-1804). The top features an original slab of Kolsmo marble, while the body is veneered in ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers with Internal Dividers, circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and finely detailed Gustavian chest of drawers, crafted in Sweden around 1800 and finished in a soft, patinated Gustavian grey. This elegant piece stands on classic straight t...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Muslin, Wood

Rare Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare antique gustavian sideboard from Northern Sweden made around 1780. The sideboard is made in painted pine and dry scraped by hand down ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

18th Century Gustavian Yellow Swedish Display Cabinet From La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Antique Swedish cabinet, circa 1780 made in two-parts: a base set of drawers and top set display cabinet; patinated in a traditional Gustavian ...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Swedish 1880s Gustavian Style Painted Wood Sideboard with Carved Diamond Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sideboard from the late 19th century, with diamond motifs and carved rosettes. Created in Sweden during the last quarter of the 19th century, t...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique Northern Swedish Rustic Sideboard in Gustavian Style with Natural Patina
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish rustic sideboard from northern Sweden. The sideboard is an authentic country house furniture from around 1840. Classic, straight gustavian shape with double doors. Co...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Swedish Gustavian 1790s Painted Slant-Front Desk with Carved Diamond Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period slant front desk from the late 18th century, with carved diamond motifs, multiple drawers, original lock and key. Created in Sweden during the last decade ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey Chest is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture with a classic gray color and the distinctive Gustavian model. This chest of drawers exudes ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Gustavian Style 1840s Gray Painted Drop Front Secretary with Graduated Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style drop front secretary from circa 1840 with gray painted finish, writing area and three graduated drawers. This Swedish Gustavian style drop-front secretary, ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Antique Swedish Corner Cabinet in Gustavian Style with Carved Stylised Flowers
By Jonas Lust
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish corner cabinet in gustavian style. The cabinet is in two parts and likely made by master carpenter Jonas Lust (1794-1845) in Forsa, Hälsingland during the early 1800s...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

19th Century Swedish genuine Gustavian buffet with original paint
Located in Boden, SE
A late Gustavian antique buffet/ sideboard 1850-1870 A magnificent genuine sideboard that has never been repainted. Beautiful top with marble paint. Superb quality piece which would ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Genuine Northern Swedish Gustavian Style Country Pine Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique genuine Swedish sideboard in gustavian style. The sideboard is a country house furniture made by hand in solid pine in northern Sweden around 1820. With carved wooden panels ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Writing Bureau or Secretaire
Located in Kramfors, SE
Painted writing bureau or secretaire from Sweden made during the early 1800s, 1810 to 1820. The bureau is a folk art furniture from the area Hälsingland in Sweden and is made in gustavian style. The bureau is a prime example of the Swedish gustavian period with clean, elegant lines and a timeless expression. A fun detail is the secret compartment hidden in the middle of the interior, see picture. This bureau is a solid antique furniture...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Gustavian case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

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