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19th Century Gustavian Pine Armoire

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19th Century Gustavian Pine Armoire

$4,750List Price

About the Item

Before paint became trendy, it was survival. In 18th and 19th-century Sweden, dark winters and limited daylight made painted furniture a necessity, not just a design choice. Pale paint finishes helped brighten homes by reflecting light instead of absorbing it, and over time, this became a defining feature of the Gustavian style, a Swedish interpretation of French neoclassicism adapted for everyday life. This armoire, dating to the mid-to-late 1800s, reflects a fascinating mix of influences. The exterior is walnut veneer over a pine core, a construction detail often linked to German or Prussian cabinetmakers, while the proportions, floral carvings, and overall structure feel distinctly Swedish Gustavian. Hand-chamfered backboards, dovetail joinery not only in the drawer but throughout the back and casework, and the classic combination of pine and walnut show this wasn’t a mass-produced piece. It was made with care, likely in a region where Swedish and German furniture-making traditions overlapped. When restoring it, I chose to bring it back to its roots with a carefully recreated Gustavian finish — not just a distressed paint job, but a finish designed to look like it’s been aged naturally over generations. Done right, this kind of finish isn’t just about wear; it’s about capturing the way light, use, and time interact with paint over the years. Finishes like these are just as meaningful as any stained wood. They weren’t shortcuts, they were part of the history. Now available for your collection.

Dimensions:
Height: 79 in (200.66 cm)Width: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
Style:
Neoclassical (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Pine,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1870-1879
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1870
Condition:
Repaired: The base received new supports. The feet were salvaged and reused when building the base supports. Any alterations or repairs made before are unknown to us. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Structurally and functionally sound. The original paint had been finished over poorly. We replicated what a true aged Gustavian finish would look like. Showing pale green/blue/gray tones true to the period and paired with authentic brass hardware.
Seller Location:
Unionville, TN
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU10211244295462

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