A Swedish Gustavian Sleeping Sofa from Hälsingland C. 1790
This Gustavian sofa from northern Sweden was manufactured during the turn of the 18th century around 1790-1800 in the landskap province of Hälsingland. This piece has been dry scraped to the superb original coral paint and has a renovated seat newly upholstered in antique white linen with tubular bolster pillows made for either end. From
A Gustavian Nightstand with Ribbed Doors C. 1800
This charming cabinet is a hard-to-find piece. It has two doors which are carved with a repeated and deep ribbed pattern. The interior provides room for lots of storage. The legs and body shape are typical of the Gustavian period. There is a narrow drawer at the very bottom. The off-white paint is from a
A Gustavian Period Cabinet with Original Blue and Coral Paint Dated 1832
This beautiful Gustavian cabinet is unusual because of the original spectacular blue paint and the original locks and hardware. It is signed by the maker, or possibly the initials of the first owner and dated 1832. The interior of the cabinet has two small drawers with the original leather pulls, two shelves and a lovely
A Swedish Gustavian Period Country Cabinet in White C. 1810
This Gustavian Period country cabinet from northern Sweden was made during the early 19th century, around 1810. The cabinet retains the original finish, with a layer of white old historic paint added at some point later during the 1800’s. The inside with the original bare wood is exceptionally clean. The upper cabinet has a spoon
A Swedish Late Gustavian Chest of Drawers in Original Cream Paint C. 1820
This stately Gustavian chest of drawers has both country charm and elegant details. All the hardware is original, including the drawer pulls, and shield shaped escutcheons. The feet are unique with nice detailing in their scroll design. The top includes a three-inch solid back rail, stopping items from rolling off. This sturdy chest has been
A Swedish Rococo Period Side Table or Nightstand with Faux Marble Top, C. 1780
Two doors with raised carvings open to reveal original hardware on this beautiful piece of 18th century Swedish antique furniture. The graceful legs with subtle curves are hallmarks of the rococo period. The blue paint appears to be original, is nicely worn, and is a great shade of turquoise blue. This piece will be sure
Chest of Drawers in Original Faux Bois Paint, Jämtland, Sweden C. 1830
This well preserved 19th century chest from the county of Jämtland in Sweden has that “stop-you-in-your-tracks” beauty. Juxtaposing lines, and swooping half circles give a playful yet stately elegance. The Faux Bois paint, imitating natural wood grain, is original; so too is the hardware, and both are in great condition. All the drawers work nicely,
A Cupboard from Jämtland Sweden in Original Coral Paint, C. 1810
The vivid original paint on the exterior combines with beautiful details that create a piece that is a standout example of its era. Jämtland is a county in Sweden, and during the winter, its towns get an average of only four and half hours of sunshine. To combat this, the Swedes used bright and vivid
A Swedish Baroque Period Blue Painted Corner Cupboard with Original Glass, Circa 1760
It is extraordinary to think that this beautiful cupboard still has the original rippled old glass after 259 years. This achievement speaks to the place of honor it must have had in the many Swedish manor houses it lived. It has beautiful carvings on both the doors and sides, and an elegant curve at the
A French White Painted Country Cupboard, circa 1900
This is a great piece for a country kitchen or pantry with four shelves for display, and two cupboard doors beneath with two interior shelves for storage. The old white paint has been refreshed where needed. ref. 7-7496 $7,500 82" high 61.5" wide 25" deep
A Swedish Late-Gustavian Column Cabinet, circa 1820
Another great contribution of Swedish design, this cupboard looks like an elegant column but is extremely useful for storage. With the door opened it works as a display piece, closed as storage for linens or dishes in a dining room. The exterior paint surface is original. ref. 7-7256 $5,900 65.5” high 28.5” wide 20.5” deep