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18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Sofa Bench Tragsofa / 'Trägsoffa'

About the Item

This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790. Shaped arms and beautiful guilloche carving around the seat frame with rosettes above tapered and fluted legs. A comfortable and highly functional piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.13 in (76.54 cm)Width: 72.44 in (184 cm)Depth: 27.19 in (69.07 cm)Seat Height: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)
  • Style:
    Gustavian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Linen,Paint,Wood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Wichita, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 22311stDibs: LU979538968612

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