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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.

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Item Ships From: Texas
Style: Gustavian
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

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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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

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tall Case Closk
Located in Mckinney, TX
An exquisite Swedish tall case clock boasting a rounded crown and clean lines, complemented by a dry-scraped finish. The clock retains its original blue-green and alabaster paint wit...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Iron

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tall Case Closk
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tall Case Closk

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tall Case Closk

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

18th/19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Pine Kitchen Cupboard
Located in Forney, TX
A classic Gustavian Period (1772-1809) Swedish painted pine two door kitchen cupboard sideboard. Handcrafted in Sweden around the turn of the late 18t...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine, Paint

18th/19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Pine Kitchen Cupboard
18th/19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Pine Kitchen Cupboard

18th/19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Pine Kitchen Cupboard

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 White Painted Swedish Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with turned finials and feet adding to the timeless appeal and style. The professional newly applied white...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Paint

19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench
19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench

19th Century White Painted Swedish Bench

20th Century Large Black Bookcase Display Cabinet from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Dramatic black painted pine bookcase with dentil molding along crown and a meandering Greek key motif along the skirt, resting on tapered fluted feet. Lower drawers and attractive fe...
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Early 20th Century Danish Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

20th Century Large Black Bookcase Display Cabinet from Denmark
20th Century Large Black Bookcase Display Cabinet from Denmark

20th Century Large Black Bookcase Display Cabinet from Denmark

Antique Swedish Country Pine Rocking Bassinet
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce late 18th / early 19th century Gustavian Period country Swedish farmhouse pine bassinet / cradle with beautifully aged character and warm patina. Hand-crafted in Sweden, c...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Pine

Antique Swedish Country Pine Rocking Bassinet
Antique Swedish Country Pine Rocking Bassinet

Antique Swedish Country Pine Rocking Bassinet

19th Century Narrow White Chest of Three Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative pine Gustavian chest of drawers with traditional carved dentil molding, canted fluted side posts, decorative upper drawer all raised on four tapered fluted feet. Restored,...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Narrow White Chest of Three Drawers, Denmark
19th Century Narrow White Chest of Three Drawers, Denmark

19th Century Narrow White Chest of Three Drawers, Denmark

Vintage Persian Tabriz Area Rug with Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
75613, vintage Persian Tabriz area rug with neoclassical Swedish Gustavian style. This hand knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz area rug...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage Persian Tabriz Area Rug with Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style
Vintage Persian Tabriz Area Rug with Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style

Vintage Persian Tabriz Area Rug with Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style

Large Round White Swedish Dining Table, Reproduction
Located in Round Top, TX
Round dining table, 6' diameter with the look of the Gustavian style. This size table did not exist in the Gustavian period; this new table mirrors the Swedish style in a larger size...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Gustavian Furniture

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Wood, Paint

Large Round White Swedish Dining Table, Reproduction
Large Round White Swedish Dining Table, Reproduction

Large Round White Swedish Dining Table, Reproduction

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard Buffet, Sweden circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian pine sideboard or buffet with traditional decorative diamond panels on cabinet doors. Later professionally painted in layered shades of antique white and lightly distresse...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard Buffet, Sweden circa 1840
White Painted Gustavian Sideboard Buffet, Sweden circa 1840

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard Buffet, Sweden circa 1840

19th Century Dutch Blue Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-made in The Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak and with beautiful blue patina. The dresser has beautiful proportions and follows the simple, yet gorgeous,...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Dutch Blue Chest of Drawers
19th Century Dutch Blue Chest of Drawers

19th Century Dutch Blue Chest of Drawers

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely 6' long bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with it's fluted carved skirt and back all resting on turned fluted legs. Restored, later professi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820
Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820

Gustavian White Painted Bench, Sweden circa 1820

Large Gray Painted Pine Swedish Cabinet, circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Beautifully crafted large Swedish Pine Cabinet with curved upper bonnet and graceful panel doors standing over 7' tall. Newer custom professionally painted finish in layered shades o...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Large Gray Painted Pine Swedish Cabinet, circa 1770-1800
Large Gray Painted Pine Swedish Cabinet, circa 1770-1800

Large Gray Painted Pine Swedish Cabinet, circa 1770-1800

Pair, White painted Gustavian Nightstands Side Tables, Sweden circa 1880-90
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, small Swedish country Gustavian white painted nightstands or side tables standing on tapered legs. Applied floral carving accents the front along with dentil molding and diamon...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair, White painted Gustavian Nightstands Side Tables, Sweden circa 1880-90
Pair, White painted Gustavian Nightstands Side Tables, Sweden circa 1880-90

Pair, White painted Gustavian Nightstands Side Tables, Sweden circa 1880-90

Swedish White Demi Lune Side Table, circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian demi-lune pine side table or console with gently tapered fluted legs and decorative applied carving along skirt. Newer professionally applied layered antique white painted ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish White Demi Lune Side Table, circa 1860-80
Swedish White Demi Lune Side Table, circa 1860-80

Swedish White Demi Lune Side Table, circa 1860-80

Mid 19th Century Swedish Gray Pine Partner's Desk Writing Table
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique Swedish Gustavian gray painted pine "partner's desk" with two drawers on each side of the table and traditional tapered fluted legs. The painted finish shows layers of light ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Mid 19th Century Swedish Gray Pine Partner's Desk Writing Table
Mid 19th Century Swedish Gray Pine Partner's Desk Writing Table

Mid 19th Century Swedish Gray Pine Partner's Desk Writing Table

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 Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Small White Gustavian Chest of Two Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40
Small White Gustavian Chest of Two Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40

Small White Gustavian Chest of Two Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40

19th Century White Painted Swedish Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Lovely Gustavian display cabinet with upper pane glass doors. Traditional carved diamonds, dentil molding, and additional carving add to the timeless...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak, Pine, Paint

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

19th Century White Painted Swedish Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Small Black Pedestal Side Tables
Located in Round Top, TX
Unique pair of highly stylized small pedestal side tables resting on four legs. Later applied professional black painted layered finish, lig...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Small Black Pedestal Side Tables
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Small Black Pedestal Side Tables

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Small Black Pedestal Side Tables

19th Century Swedish Tilt Top Accent Table
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite 19th-century Swedish tilt-top accent table exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with precision, its intricate design reflects the grace of Scandinavian craftsmanship. Sea...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Maple

19th Century Swedish Tilt Top Accent Table
19th Century Swedish Tilt Top Accent Table

19th Century Swedish Tilt Top Accent Table

19th Century Gray Painted Gustavian Small Cabinets or Nightstands, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Swedish country pine small cabinets with canted fluted sides, dentil molding and carved diamond motif on top drawer. The newer, professionally applied antique soft gray custom ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Gray Painted Gustavian Small Cabinets or Nightstands, Sweden
19th Century Gray Painted Gustavian Small Cabinets or Nightstands, Sweden

19th Century Gray Painted Gustavian Small Cabinets or Nightstands, Sweden

White Oval Dining Table With Three Leaves, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative carving along the skirt and graceful lines are seen in the tapered legs of this incredible Swedish dining table, which extends to a remarkable length of just under 11 feet...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Wood, Paint

White Oval Dining Table With Three Leaves, Sweden circa 1860-80
White Oval Dining Table With Three Leaves, Sweden circa 1860-80

White Oval Dining Table With Three Leaves, Sweden circa 1860-80

White Painted Gustavian Dining Table Writing Table, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
Long 6.5' white Gustavian style dining table with dentil molding and four tapered fluted legs reflecting its Swedish country styling. The newer, professionally applied antique white ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Gustavian Dining Table Writing Table, Sweden circa 1890
White Painted Gustavian Dining Table Writing Table, Sweden circa 1890

White Painted Gustavian Dining Table Writing Table, Sweden circa 1890

19th Century White Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian style white painted pine chest of four drawers; two smaller over two longer. Newer professionally applied white painted finish, lightly distressed to fit age and grace of t...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century White Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden
19th Century White Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden

19th Century White Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden

Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
Located in San Angelo, TX
A stunning and unique baroque early 18th century Swedish Gustavian cabinet that features two doors with shelving inside and sets on ball feet. This piece completely breaks down to he...
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Early 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet

Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Graceful curves and unique lines create the attractive silhouette of this Swedish mora grandfather clock. Newer professionally applied painted finish with layers of plum, white and g...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers with brass pulls on each drawer. Three drawers, upper drawer decorated with painted Greek key motif and additional contrasting accen...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers

19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Gustavian Swedish sofa bench, newly upholstered with a hand-scraped painted finish circa 1800. Features decorative carved detailing including Griffons. This piece combin...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

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

19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sofa Bench

Early 19th Century Black Painted Pine Sideboard Serving Cabinet, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
Black painted pine sideboard with clean lines and decorative applied carving to the two cabinet doors. The black painted exterior has been distressed revealing the natural pine belo...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Black Painted Pine Sideboard Serving Cabinet, Sweden
Early 19th Century Black Painted Pine Sideboard Serving Cabinet, Sweden

Early 19th Century Black Painted Pine Sideboard Serving Cabinet, Sweden

Tall White Swedish Pine Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are identified by their gentle curves and classic style as seen in this exceptional longcase clock that stands just over 7.5' tall. Restored, later pr...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Tall White Swedish Pine Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840
Tall White Swedish Pine Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840

Tall White Swedish Pine Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilune Tables
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century Swedish Gustavian demilune tables with carved detail above each leg and a carved detail around the apron.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilune Tables
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilune Tables

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilune Tables

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden, circa 1820-1840
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely white Gustavian sideboard comes from the Swedish countryside. The simple fluted carving along the panel doors was a traditional e...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden, circa 1820-1840
White Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden, circa 1820-1840

White Painted Gustavian Sideboard, Sweden, circa 1820-1840

Pair, White Gustavian Demi Lune Side Tables Consoles, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Gustavian demi-lune side tables or consoles. Gently tapered fluted legs with simple carved braid motif accenting the lower skirt. Newer professionally applied layered white p...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair, White Gustavian Demi Lune Side Tables Consoles, circa 1880
Pair, White Gustavian Demi Lune Side Tables Consoles, circa 1880

Pair, White Gustavian Demi Lune Side Tables Consoles, circa 1880

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
Located in San Angelo, TX
A gorgeous and unique pair of late 18th Century Swedish barrel backs from the Gustavian period that have been dry scrapped and then had a recent paint touch up with grays and white h...
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Late 18th Century European Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

White Painted Swedish Gustavian 19th Century Side Table Console
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish Gustavian style side table, may also be used as a small desk. Lovely tapered fluted legs with applied carved embellishments along the skirt add to the romantic grace of this...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Swedish Gustavian 19th Century Side Table Console
White Painted Swedish Gustavian 19th Century Side Table Console

White Painted Swedish Gustavian 19th Century Side Table Console

Mid 19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the original stone top that makes this small chest of three drawers a special find while the serpentine front adds intrigue as well. Please enlarge photos of the top to appreci...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

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Stone, Brass

Mid 19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Chest of Three Drawers
Mid 19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Chest of Three Drawers

Mid 19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Chest of Three Drawers

20th Century Painted Swedish Dining Chairs, Set of 15
Located in Round Top, TX
Set of 2 armchairs and 13 side dining chairs (15 total) from Sweden circa 1900. All have removable seats and upholstered backs. Painted an antique white/light cream color, with accen...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

20th Century Painted Swedish Dining Chairs, Set of 15
20th Century Painted Swedish Dining Chairs, Set of 15

20th Century Painted Swedish Dining Chairs, Set of 15

18th Century Painted Gustavian Dresser / Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Commode hand-made in the Netherlands in the late 1700s using oak and dovetail construction. The commode features three drawers with serpentine fronts and beautifully made dovetail jo...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Gustavian Dresser / Commode / Chest of Drawers
18th Century Painted Gustavian Dresser / Commode / Chest of Drawers

18th Century Painted Gustavian Dresser / Commode / Chest of Drawers

18th Century Dry Scraped Swedish Slagbord Table
Located in Mckinney, TX
An antique Swedish Gustavian period slagbord table showcasing a timeless and practical design. Featuring two drop leaves, the table's top has been scrubbed to reveal its natural hone...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Dry Scraped Swedish Slagbord Table
18th Century Dry Scraped Swedish Slagbord Table

18th Century Dry Scraped Swedish Slagbord Table

19th Century Swedish Black Bow Front Small Chest of Three Drawers or Nightstand
Located in Round Top, TX
Pine chest of three drawers with bow front, upper dentil molding resting on tapered feet, two brass pulls on each drawer. Restored, later professionally painted in layered shades of ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Black Bow Front Small Chest of Three Drawers or Nightstand
19th Century Swedish Black Bow Front Small Chest of Three Drawers or Nightstand

19th Century Swedish Black Bow Front Small Chest of Three Drawers or Nightstand

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 Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century
Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

Antique Swedish Secretary Cabinet 19th Century

Red Painted Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet, Sweden circa 1790-1820
Located in Round Top, TX
The details in this large red Gustavian pine bookcase are impressive with carved molding and Greek key pattern along the crown, carved inset columns at side and fluted carved details...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Glass, Pine, Paint

Red Painted Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet, Sweden circa 1790-1820
Red Painted Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet, Sweden circa 1790-1820

Red Painted Gustavian Bookcase Display Cabinet, Sweden circa 1790-1820

Pair of 19th C. Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Swedish 19th Century Barrel Back Gustavian Chairs.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th C. Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
Pair of 19th C. Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

Pair of 19th C. Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs

Original Blue Painted Tall Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Exceptional hand painted mora grandfather clock with original light blue painted finish accented in soft red and white trim. The warm aged patina on this 8' tall clock is what collec...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Original Blue Painted Tall Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Original Blue Painted Tall Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40

Original Blue Painted Tall Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40

Antique Oval Painted Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
Lovely oval side table with turned legs, decorative carved skirt and egg shaped finial on X stretcher base. Restored, later professionally painted in muted shades of plum, white and ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Oval Painted Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70
Antique Oval Painted Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70

Antique Oval Painted Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70

Gray Gustavian Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Lovely Gustavian pine chest of three drawers with diamond accent on drawers, fluted canted sides, dentil molding and tapered fluted feet. The newer, professionally applied layered gr...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Gray Gustavian Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1840-60
Gray Gustavian Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1840-60

Gray Gustavian Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1840-60

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian bench with carving around all sides and tapered square legs.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bench

Pair of Gustavian Light Gray Painted Stools
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Gustavian stools circa 1810. Scrapped back to remnants of gray paint. Sold together and priced $6,800 for the pair.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Pine

Pair of Gustavian Light Gray Painted Stools
Pair of Gustavian Light Gray Painted Stools

Pair of Gustavian Light Gray Painted Stools

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilunes or Center Table
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful pair of 19th century Swedish Gustavian demilune tables with carved detail above each leg. These are perfect to flank a f...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilunes or Center Table
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilunes or Center Table

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Demilunes or Center Table

Antique Original Blue Painted Grandfather Clock, Sweden Dated 1844
Located in Round Top, TX
Hand painted grandfather clock with exceptional original soft blue painted finish accented in red trim. Panel details, curved bonnet, slender case with lovely balance to face and bas...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Original Blue Painted Grandfather Clock, Sweden Dated 1844
Antique Original Blue Painted Grandfather Clock, Sweden Dated 1844

Antique Original Blue Painted Grandfather Clock, Sweden Dated 1844

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Minimalist Buffet
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful minimalist 19th Century Swedish Gustavian painted buffet. This unique piece features 3 drawers and 3 doors. One of a kind and is a total st...
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1840s Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Minimalist Buffet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Minimalist Buffet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Minimalist Buffet

Swedish Circa 1858 Gustavian Pine Buffet
Located in Houston, 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 Furniture

Materials

Pine

Swedish Circa 1858 Gustavian Pine Buffet
Swedish Circa 1858 Gustavian Pine Buffet

Swedish Circa 1858 Gustavian Pine Buffet

Set of Six 19th Century Swedish Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Six 19th century Swedish dining chairs feature classic, stylish lines that are tailored, yet cleverly engineered. The curvature of the seat back with three slats conforms to your back with comfort, and the seatback crown is curved and reverse-arched to enhance your comfort as well. The seatback uprights in the back curve gracefully backwards to the floor for added stability, with sturdy tapered and fluted front legs for stylish support. Notice the pegged mortise & tenon joinery, a sign of master craftsmanship! Relatively recently upholstered in a damascene...
Category

1890s Swedish Antique Gustavian Furniture

Materials

Oak

Set of Six 19th Century Swedish Dining Chairs
Set of Six 19th Century Swedish Dining Chairs

Set of Six 19th Century Swedish Dining Chairs

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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