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
Period: Mid-20th Century
1960s, Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
These comfortable tub square armchairs are a classic Swedish design from the 1960s. They have been reupholstered in a light cream bouclé fabric and the walnut frames have been lacque...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Gustavian Style Italian Terracotta Planters
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 original finish Gustavian style Italian terracotta planters. I actually have 6 sets of 2.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Pair, Gustavian White Painted Armchairs, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, attractive Swedish country Gustavian style arm chairs with gently curved barrel back and carved ribbon/bow adorning the back and skirt. Turned fluted feet.
Newer, professionall...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Pair, Gustavian Style White Arm Chairs, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
This pair of Swedish arm chairs have a gently curved back, cabriolet legs and decorative carving embellish the skirt and top which all add to the graceful appeal of each.
The newer p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Gustavian Style 9 Drawer Desk
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style 9 Drawer Desk. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Long leg Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 Gustavian Style Long leg Nightstands. They have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Vintage Gustavian Ribbed Corner Cabinet Rosette Storage Mid-20th Century
Located in LONDON, GB
Mid-20th century Swedish vintage Gustavian style ribbed corner cabinet with upper and lower shelf storage.
The cabinet is decorated with Gustavian rosettes and has the classic rib...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch
Pair of Large Swedish 19th Cantury Oak Armchairs in Beige Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of stylish, as well as comfortable, Swedish Grace club or lounge chairs in beige fabric with formed wooden armrests from the first part of the 20th Century. This important perio...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Oak
Gustavian Style Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Gustavian Style Nightstands .they have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Style Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style Sideboard. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Unique Gustavian Style 2 Drawer Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique set of Gustavian Style 2 Drawer Nightstands. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Glass Top Dresser
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Glass Top Dresser. the Dresser itself is Vintage circa 1950, the upper glass top is new made using 100 year old Antique wi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fornasetti Design Two Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with Fornasetti Ancient Rome Design and Natural Marble Top. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs.
Width: 66cm / 26.0"
Depth: 35cm / 13.8"
Height: ...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Dressing Mirror
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedsh Gustavian style full length dressing mirror.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair of Black Painted Gustavian Nightstands With Brass Decorations
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of black painted early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian end tables or night tables with brass hardware and decorations. This pair of Scandinavian nightstands have doors that ope...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Set Of Sideboards
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Set Of Sideboards. They have its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Sideboard, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Berlin Iron
Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Mirror & Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Mirror & Chest Of Drawers. They been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Mirror 50 h x 36 w
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair, Gustavian Gray Arm Chairs, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
This pair of Swedish arm chairs have a gently curved barrel back and cabriolet legs adding to the graceful Gustavian appeal of each.
Delicate carving and curves are seen throughout t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Pair Fornasetti Design Nightstands with Marble Tops. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs.
Width: 80cm / 31.5"
Depth: 43cm / ...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fornasetti Design Three Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with Fornasetti Ancient Rome Design and Natural Marble Top. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs.
Width: 70cm / 27.6"
Depth: 38cm / 15"
Height: 75...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Louis XV style 3 drawer chest with exotic birds design and natural marble top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Louis XV style 3 drawer chest with exotic birds design and natural marble top.
Width:65cm / 25.6"
Depth: 32cm / 12.6"
Height: 63cm / 24.8"
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Commode with natural marble top and Chinoiserie Design
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian Style Commode with natural marble top and Chinoiserie Design Fine original fittings in solid brass.
Width: 70cm / 27.6"
Depth: 41cm / 16.1"
Height: 69cm / 27.2"
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Painted Mifnight Blue
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian dresser renovated to highest standard and painted in midnight blue. Fine moldings around drawers and fittings in solid brass. Marble top
Width 84 cm / 33.1"
Depth: 48cm /...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style Chest Three Drawer Chest with Floral Design and Wooden Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Louis XV Style Chest Three Drawer Chest with Floral Design and Wooden Top.
Width:58cm / 22.8"
Depth: 32cm / 12.6"
Height: 70cm / 27.6"
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Painted Super finish Black
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian dresser renovated to super condition in super finish black to the highest standard. Fine moldings around drawers and fittings in solid brass. Marble top
Width 86 cm / 33....
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
A Pair of Louis XV Style Bedside Tables with Floral Design and Marble Tops
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian small chests with marble slab and frame in white, redesigned with hummingbird design pattern. Marble top. Fine original fittings in s...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Commode with New York Tribeca Street Map in Vintage Look
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian commode with marble slab and frame in full matt black, one withNew York Tribeca's street network in vintage look. Fine original fittings in solid brass.
Width: 81cm / 3...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rococo Chest with feather design and marble top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Rococo Chest with feather design and painted marble top.
Width: 91cm / 35.8"
Depth: 42cm / 16.5"
Height: 77cm / 30.3"
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fornasetti Design Two Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with Fornasetti Ancient Rome Design and Natural Marble Top. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs.
Width: 68cm / 26.8"
Depth: 36cm / 14.2"
Height: ...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish White Gustavian Extendable Dining Table C. 1940 8 10 Seat
Located in LONDON, GB
Swedish Gustavian white extendable dining table which extends from a round 110 cm approximately to 245 cm long with three leaves. It has ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch
1930’s kingwood inlaid Swedish marble top secretaire
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality inlaid secretaire circa 1930.
Over-sailing grey marble top with canted corners. Single drawer below the top surface cross banded and with ormolu mounts. Profusely inl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
Swedish Gustavian Style 4 Door Hutch
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian style 4 door cabinet. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White".
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style Commode with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Rococo Chest/Commode with marble top
These chests dates from the early 1900's and have their orginal marble top and cast brass handles.
The chests has been restored and renovated to the highest standard with a Christian Lacroix black bords...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Extendable Dining Table Mid-20th Century 8 10-Seat
Located in LONDON, GB
Swedish Gustavian extendable dining table which extends from a round 115 cm approximately to 265 cm long with three leaves. Note on t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch
Louis XV Style Chest with Gold Birds Design and Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian commode with marble slab and frame with Gold Christian Lacroix Design. Fine original fittings in solid brass.
Width: 70cm / 27.6"
Depth: 41cm / 16.1"
Height: 69cm / 27.2"
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style Chest with Floral Design and Marble Tops
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with marble slab and frame in white, redesigned with hummingbird design pattern. Marble top. Fine original fittings in solid brass. ...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Louis XV Style Chest with Floral Design and Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian Hauptbyrå with marble slab and frame in white, redesigned with hummingbird design pattern. Marble top. Fine original fittings in solid bra...
Category
1950s European Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid century Vintage gustavian and Style two door armoire after drexel
By Drexel
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a handsome mid century vintage Swedish gustavian Style Armoire. This armoire features. It’s original ornate solid brass hardware and has a classic chicken wire inset to the f...
Category
1950s American Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set 10 Genuine Swedish Gustavian Gilded Gray Paint Decorated Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic set of 10 gray paint decorated and gilded Swedish or Gustavian dining chairs. they are authentic Swedish chairs and have gorgeous coloration and fine gilded detai...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Möllers Armaturfabrik Eskiltuna Floor Lamp in Teak and Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare floor lamp was produced by Möllers Armaturfabrik in Eskiltuna, Sweden in the 1950s. The model is numbered 86 and the lamp is marked 'MAE 86' with a metal plate on the botto...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Style Night Stands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Gustavian style nightstands, they have been restored and repainted with milk paints oyster white.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer 2 Door Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer 2 Door Sideboard, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer 2 Door Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer 2 Door Sideboard, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Nightstands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a set of 2 Gustavian Style Nightstands. they have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Maple
Swedish Gustavian Original Painted Sideboard
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Original Painted Sideboard with Original Key.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch, Pine
Pair of Swedish Gustavian End or Side Tables with Stone tops
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A charming pair of 20th Century Swedish nightstands or night tables in mahogany wood with green serpentine marble tops. These Gustavian brass gallery oval tables with fluted Louis XV...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Serpentine, Brass
Gustavian Style Small Rectangular Gray White Painted End Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pretty very neutral and natural painted wood Swedish style end table having a weathered gray white color, cabriole legs, rectangular top and single drawer.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Unique 4 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 4 Drawer Chest Of Drawers . its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Night Stands
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Gustavian Style Night Stands. They have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster Grey".
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
1930s Swedish Carved Wood Painted Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6-light 1930s Swedish wood carved chandelier. The chandelier is painted in a distressed creamy grayish coloration. The fixture has six iron arms. It is newly rewired with drip wax candle covers...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
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"
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
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"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
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"
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gustavian Style Chess Side Table
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style Chess Side Table. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
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"
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch
Unique Swedish Gustavian Style Chess Side Table.
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Very Unique Swedish Gustavian Style Chess Side Table. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Gustavian Furniture
Materials
Birch
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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