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Gustavian Furniture

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
Elegant Newly Upholstered 19th Century Rare Carved Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Spectacular newly upholstered early 19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa or settee, having its original wood color (never painted; very rare!) and in amazing condition. Ca 1810 Swed...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Elegant Newly Upholstered 19th Century Rare Carved Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Elegant Newly Upholstered 19th Century Rare Carved Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Elegant Newly Upholstered 19th Century Rare Carved Swedish Gustavian Sofa

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
The commode features three nice sized drawers with sufficient storage. Solid wood painted in a soft white, brass handles and keyholes. This piece is a wonderful storage solution wit...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

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Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet

Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet

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Harlequin Set of 10 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A wonderful set of ten English limed oak chairs. Not quite matching. There are actually 3 different models ( 4 + 3 + 3 ). Each chair has a variation of the same basic characteristi...
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Early 20th Century English Gustavian Furniture

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Oak

Harlequin Set of 10 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs
Harlequin Set of 10 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs

Harlequin Set of 10 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen Fabric
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen
Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen

Set of 4 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs.English C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A delightful matching set of 4 English limed oak chairs. They have been recently limed to enhance the beautiful grain in the wood. The seats have been re-upholstered in hessian or...
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Early 20th Century English Gustavian Furniture

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Oak

Set of 4 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs.English C.1920
Set of 4 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs.English C.1920

Set of 4 Antique Gustavian Style Urn Back Dining Chairs.English C.1920

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Black & White Painted Commodes
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of elegant Gustavian-style commodes, crafted in pine and painted black with decorative light grey detailing. Each commode features three drawers, the top one adorned with a cl...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Black & White Painted Commodes
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Black & White Painted Commodes

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Black & White Painted Commodes

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Swedish Mora clock from the 1960's in original colour. Green with gold carved detailing. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Wid...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock

Mora Clock

Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard circa 1788. We are pleased to offer this fine piece of traditional hand painted scandinavian furniture, in the form of a double door ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard

Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard

Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet

Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish gustavian furniture with four drawers made by hand in solid pine around 1790. Class...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers

Vintage large Scandinavian commode in pine from the 19 century
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Antique 19th century Scandinavian chest of drawers in solid pine opening to 5 drawers. The top drawer is thinner and has compartments. The whole structure is divided into two parts a...
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1850s Danish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Vintage large Scandinavian commode in pine from the 19 century
Vintage large Scandinavian commode in pine from the 19 century

Vintage large Scandinavian commode in pine from the 19 century

Antique Rare Low and Wide Northern Swedish Sideboard from the Gustavian Period
Located in Kramfors, SE
Wide Swedish antique sideboard. This sideboard is a country house furniture from the gustavian period made in northern Sweden around 1790. The proportions and craftsmanship makes it ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Antique Rare Low and Wide Northern Swedish Sideboard from the Gustavian Period
Antique Rare Low and Wide Northern Swedish Sideboard from the Gustavian Period

Antique Rare Low and Wide Northern Swedish Sideboard from the Gustavian Period

19th Century Swedish genuine Gustavian Column Cabinet from Northern Sweden
Located in Boden, SE
A rare Gustavian Column Cabinet from the early to mid 19th century, 1820 to 1840. The cabinet is from Umeå Västerbotten Northern Sweden and made in the shape of a round pillar with ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

19th Century Swedish genuine Gustavian Column Cabinet from Northern Sweden
19th Century Swedish genuine Gustavian Column Cabinet from Northern Sweden

19th Century Swedish genuine Gustavian Column Cabinet from Northern Sweden

Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock circa 1850. Large Swedish long case mora clock, presented in scraped back paint. Scraped back down to reveal a partial colour of ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Metal

Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock
Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock

Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen Fabric
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen
Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen

Set of 6 Antique 18 C Gustavian Dining Chairs W Carolina Irving Andaluz Linen

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19th Century Swedish Two Part Gustavian Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th Century Swedish two part Gustavian cabinet from the region of Varmland. With carved decorative pediment, below two doors with reeded panels opening to useful storage. Or it cou...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Two Part Gustavian Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Two Part Gustavian Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Two Part Gustavian Cabinet

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Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk
Located in Bozeman, MT
Exceptional and rare 18th century Gustavian centre architects desk in it's original colour with great patination to the surface. The desk is carved on all four sides (works as a cent...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk
Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk

Exceptional 18th Century Gustavian Architects Desk

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A Swedish Gustavian blue painted pine secretary, C. 1800.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful slant front secretary desk is in two pieces with a stunning blue surface. The top cornice is of a Rococo design with two doors opening to reveal shelves. The slant f...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

A Swedish Gustavian blue painted pine secretary, C. 1800.
A Swedish Gustavian blue painted pine secretary, C. 1800.

A Swedish Gustavian blue painted pine secretary, C. 1800.

Antique Northern Swedish Gustavian Period Handmade Rustic Pine Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish rustic sideboard from the gustavian period, made around 1810. The sideboard is made in northern Sweden by hand from solid pine. It has a straight shape with two doors...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Antique Northern Swedish Gustavian Period Handmade Rustic Pine Sideboard
Antique Northern Swedish Gustavian Period Handmade Rustic Pine Sideboard

Antique Northern Swedish Gustavian Period Handmade Rustic Pine Sideboard

19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine early 19th century Gustavian barrel back armchairs in their original condition. Attributed to master chair maker Ephraim Sthal (1767-1820) Supplier to the Royal Court and one of...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Period Sideboard in Original Condition
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique sideboard from the gustavian period. The sideboard is a genuine antique from around 1820 made by hand in solid pine in northern Sweden. Classic gustavian straight sha...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Period Sideboard in Original Condition
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Period Sideboard in Original Condition

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Period Sideboard in Original Condition

19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Style Pine Sideboard Buffet Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian pale gray painted pine sideboard or server cabinet with large doors and interior single shelf. The newer, professionally applied soft gray-washed painted finish is lightly ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Style Pine Sideboard Buffet Cabinet
19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Style Pine Sideboard Buffet Cabinet

19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Style Pine Sideboard Buffet Cabinet

Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle circa 1840. We are pleased to offer this piece of traditional swedish furniture.  Made from solid heavy pine, likely to have been...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle
Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle

Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Swedish Mora clock from 1830 in original colour. Cream with hand painted floral detailing. Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime. This Mora clock conta...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock

Mora Clock

19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Sideboard Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish Gustavian painted pine sideboard with attractive curved sides and panel details.The curved end cabinet doors make this cabinet a special find. Later professionally painted in...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Sideboard Buffet
19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Sideboard Buffet

19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Sideboard Buffet

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Swedish Mora clock from the 1960's in original wood. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Width: 56cm / 22.0" Depth: 16.5cm / 6.5...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock

Mora Clock

19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality 3 drawer chest of drawers painted in a light coral paint effect.  2 plank top surface, with 3 drawers of ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers
19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers

19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers

Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table circa 1850. Elegant piece of mid 19th century furniture from sweden.  Over sailing top with alder root outer edge and alder cros...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Birch

Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table
Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table

Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Secretary / Writing Desk - Painted
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Swedish Gustavian Secretary / Writing Desk from early 19th century A rectangular top sitting above a slant front desk opening to reveal a light blue painted interior and multiple sma...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Secretary / Writing Desk - Painted
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Secretary / Writing Desk - Painted

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Secretary / Writing Desk - Painted

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Late 19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sideboard
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Swedish Gustavian sideboard The sideboard is painted in pink and the inside in antique white, Both in an old traditional scandinavian way with fantastic patina. The sideboard has tr...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

Late 19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sideboard
Late 19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sideboard

Late 19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sideboard

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18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A two-tiered wooden cabinet from the 18th century Swedish Gustavian period. The top door opens to reveal a decorative top shelf and three other shelves. The top of the bottom shelf c...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary
18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary

18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary

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Swedish early 19th century Gustavian painted sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish early 19th century Gustavian painted sofa circa 1810. Stunning sofa in original paint.  This would have been a day bed with a pull out section to the front, but it has since...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

Swedish early 19th century Gustavian painted sofa
Swedish early 19th century Gustavian painted sofa

Swedish early 19th century Gustavian painted sofa

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Swedish Mora clock from the 1960's in original colour with painted floral decoration. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Width:...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock

Mora Clock

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
The commode features three nice sized drawers with sufficient storage. Solid wood painted in a soft white, brass handles and keyholes. This piece is a wonderful storage solution wit...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Antique Scandinavian Pinewood Nightstands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 19th Century, antique pair of Swedish Gustavian nightstands made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. Each of the detailed bed side tables are composed with tw...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Metal, Brass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Antique Scandinavian Pinewood Nightstands
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Antique Scandinavian Pinewood Nightstands

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Antique Scandinavian Pinewood Nightstands

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Arched Console Table
Located in Mckinney, TX
This Gustavian-period Swedish console table features a distinctive arched design that reflects the elegant yet understated style of the era. Crafted from solid wood, the table has it...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Arched Console Table
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Arched Console Table

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Arched Console Table

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Located in Lewes, England
C 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of 3 drawers commode with detailed gustavian ribbed decorative motifs on the top rail, front and brass detailing. It has 3 drawers wi...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Living Room Cabinet - Scandinavian Cupboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, white-grey antique Swedish Gustavian living room cabinet made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The upper part of the Scandinavian buffet is...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Metal

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Living Room Cabinet - Scandinavian Cupboard
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Living Room Cabinet - Scandinavian Cupboard

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Living Room Cabinet - Scandinavian Cupboard

18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian chest of drawers in black-painted wood with beautiful patina. An elegant chest of drawers with four drawers – one upper, smaller drawer featureing fine fluting, while the t...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Oak

18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers
18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers

18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers

Rare Swedish Antique Cabinet, Genuine Country Furniture in Gustavian Style
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare Swedish antique cabinet, a genuine country house furniture in gustavian style from northern Sweden. The cabinet is made by hand in solid p...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Rare Swedish Antique Cabinet, Genuine Country Furniture in Gustavian Style
Rare Swedish Antique Cabinet, Genuine Country Furniture in Gustavian Style

Rare Swedish Antique Cabinet, Genuine Country Furniture in Gustavian Style

19th - 20th Century Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Antique Stone Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 19th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian chest, commode with three drawers made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. The rectangular Scandinav...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Stone, Metal, Brass

19th - 20th Century Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Antique Stone Cabinet
19th - 20th Century Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Antique Stone Cabinet

19th - 20th Century Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Antique Stone Cabinet

Swedish early 19th century painted pine cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish early 19th century painted cupboard circa 1820. Fine quality 2 part cupboard, ideal for kitchen or multiple rooms around the house. Top section with architectural cornice, d...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

Swedish early 19th century painted pine cabinet
Swedish early 19th century painted pine cabinet

Swedish early 19th century painted pine cabinet

18th Century Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Large pine chest of four drawers flanked with turned columns and decorative carving along top and skirt. The newer, professionally applied blue layered painted finish with white und...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

18th Century Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
18th Century Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark

18th Century Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Narrow Display Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Round Top, TX
This narrow Swedish display cabinet may also be used as a bookcase. Fluted panel doors and decorative carving along the crown add to the Gusta...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Glass, Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Narrow Display Cabinet Bookcase
19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Narrow Display Cabinet Bookcase

19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Narrow Display Cabinet Bookcase

Swedish Gustavian Secretary Cabinet, Late 18th/Early 19th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and finely crafted two-part Gustavian secretary cabinet from Sweden, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. This piece is characterized by its stately architectural ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Oak, Pine

Swedish Gustavian Secretary Cabinet, Late 18th/Early 19th Century
Swedish Gustavian Secretary Cabinet, Late 18th/Early 19th Century

Swedish Gustavian Secretary Cabinet, Late 18th/Early 19th Century

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A classic pair of 19th-century Gustavian-style chests of drawers, circa 1880-1890, crafted from solid pine and featuring a distinctive broken-front design. These elegant pieces are p...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880

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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 Furniture

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Brass

19th C. Gustavian Style Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers
19th C. Gustavian Style Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers

19th C. Gustavian Style Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers

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19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
An unusual period Gustavian sofa with classical plaster decoration. With rare lions paw feet and scraped to original paint. Newly upholstered in linen.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Linen, Wood

19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa
19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa

19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa

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Gustavian Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
This beautiful antique Swedish bench is early 19th century from Northern Sweden. The layers of paint have been dry scraped revealing the original colours and beautiful carved deta...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Gustavian Bench
Gustavian Bench

Gustavian Bench

Early 19th Century Swedish Secretary from Skåne
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
An early 19th Century Gustavian secretary from Skåne, Sweden. With decorative carved pediment and decorated doors opening to storage. Below, a fall front desk opening to workspace an...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood

Early 19th Century Swedish Secretary from Skåne
Early 19th Century Swedish Secretary from Skåne

Early 19th Century Swedish Secretary from Skåne

The Kiss by GUSTAV KLIMT Throw Pillow Cushion
By (after) Gustav Klimt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Kiss by GUSTAV KLIMT Throw Pillow Cushion Made in Belgium by Flemish Tapestries. Elevate Your Home with Premium Luxury Tapestry Cushion Throw Pillow Made in Flanders, Belgium Ind...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Gustavian Furniture

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Cotton

The Kiss by GUSTAV KLIMT Throw Pillow Cushion
The Kiss by GUSTAV KLIMT Throw Pillow Cushion

The Kiss by GUSTAV KLIMT Throw Pillow Cushion

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian style chest of drawers. With nice carved detail, re-painted with faux marbled painted tops. Good heavy quality. Circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Side Occasional Bedside Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This Swedish style hand painted, in a Scandinavian neutral green color, table has been constructed from solid wood. Classic details on this table including a hand-applied finish and ...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Side Occasional Bedside Table
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Side Occasional Bedside Table

Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Side Occasional Bedside Table

18th Century Blue Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A custom-made Swedish blue and grey painted Gustavian antique cupboard, circa 1780-1820. The clean and useful interior has three drawers that were used for cutlery tools. This Scandi...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century Blue Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden
18th Century Blue Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden

18th Century Blue Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden

Pair, 19th Century Gustavian White Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of white, fitting their Swedish origin. Canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion, carved flu...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair, 19th Century Gustavian White Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden
Pair, 19th Century Gustavian White Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden

Pair, 19th Century Gustavian White Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tilt Top Table / Pedestal Table Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century swedish Gustavian Tilt top table from Kalix Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A beautiful table in good condition & stable in construction. The table is originalpainted. Tur...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tilt Top Table / Pedestal Table Original Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tilt Top Table / Pedestal Table Original Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tilt Top Table / Pedestal Table Original Paint

19th Century Pair of White Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative pine Gustavian chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved flourish, raised on four tapered fluted feet. Restored, later professionally pain...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Pair of White Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
19th Century Pair of White Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

19th Century Pair of White Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers

19th Century Black Swedish Pine Tall Narrow Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Narrow and tall Swedish display cabinet with decorative lattice work along upper glass doors.  Note the striking black painted exterior and contrasting gray interior; while a newer f...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Glass, Pine, Paint

19th Century Black Swedish Pine Tall Narrow Bookcase Display Cabinet
19th Century Black Swedish Pine Tall Narrow Bookcase Display Cabinet

19th Century Black Swedish Pine Tall Narrow Bookcase Display Cabinet

Large Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Gray Painted Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Bureau. This three drawer bureau is based on an 18th Century Gustavian antique chest of drawers. The chest is handmade and hand pa...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau
Large Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau

Large Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau

Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th Century chest of drawers painted in Gustavian blue. This classic Gustavian style commode is a very versatile piece that works well in a foyer, living room or bedroom.
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest
Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest

Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th Century Swedish Gustavian cabinet. Manufactured around 1800 with two doors featuring decorative reeded design opening to useful storage. Repainted exterior with original dry scr...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fine early 19th century Swedish Gustavian period sofa or daybed in Its original finish. circa 1810, Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

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19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A classic 19th-century Swedish Gustavian-style chest of drawers, exuding understated elegance and timeless craftsmanship. This three-drawer chest is painted in a soft, muted white wi...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers

19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers

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18th Century Gustavian Sideboard Circa 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 18th-century Gustavian sideboard, circa 1790, is a remarkable example of Swedish neoclassical design, blending functionality with timeless elegance. Constructed from pine, the s...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century Gustavian Sideboard Circa 1790
18th Century Gustavian Sideboard Circa 1790

18th Century Gustavian Sideboard Circa 1790

Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Bring a touch of Scandinavian classical architecture into your home with this impressive vintage Column Pedestal. Certainly makes a wonderful addition to any home seeking a display p...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand
Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand

Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cabinet
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian corner cabinet from Piteå Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. Highly stately Corner Cabinet with reeded doors at the ...
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Early 1800s Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cabinet

Set of Six 19th Century Gustavian Chairs
Located in Allerum, SE
Set of six fine 19th century Gustavian chairs with the original padding and muslin. dry scraped to reveal the original finish. Stockholm, Sweden ca 1800.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

Set of Six 19th Century Gustavian Chairs
Set of Six 19th Century Gustavian Chairs

Set of Six 19th Century Gustavian Chairs

Mid 19th century Swedish painted long case clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish decorative column long case clock circa 1837. Beautiful long case clock from Sweden. Made with a decorative fluted column which forms a demi lune shape. Clo...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Mid 19th century Swedish painted long case clock
Mid 19th century Swedish painted long case clock

Mid 19th century Swedish painted long case clock

19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Drop Leaf Table Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
Small, pretty, easily placed antique Drop leaf table from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. Nice untouched original paint in beautiful Englis...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Drop Leaf Table Original Paint
19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Drop Leaf Table Original Paint

19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Drop Leaf Table Original Paint

20th Century Swedish Extension Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th-century Swedish extension table exemplifies the Gustavian tradition with its timeless design and functionality. The table features an oval shape that can be extende...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

20th Century Swedish Extension Table
20th Century Swedish Extension Table

20th Century Swedish Extension Table

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, light-grey antique pair of Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand crafted painted Pinewood with two large drawers and one small one, in good condition. The Scandinavia...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes

Antique Swedish Gustavian Period Rustic Country Farmhouse Pine Cradle Bin
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce Gustavian Period (1772-1809) country Swedish farmhouse hand carved pine rocking cradle / bassinet for decorative use only (today, it could be repurposed as a wonderful firew...
Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Gustavian Period Rustic Country Farmhouse Pine Cradle Bin
Antique Swedish Gustavian Period Rustic Country Farmhouse Pine Cradle Bin

Antique Swedish Gustavian Period Rustic Country Farmhouse Pine Cradle Bin

Gustavian furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gustavian furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gustavian furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Ephraim Stahl, Hendrix Allardyce, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, and Jonas Frisk. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $49,500 while the average work can sell for $4,473.

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