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Gustavian Sofas

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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Style: Gustavian
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 Sofas

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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

Gustavian Sofa from Hälsingland, Sweden, circa 1800-1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Gustavian Sofa ca 1800-1830 from Hälsingland, Sweden An extendable sofa 'daybed' featuring a stylish sunburst-patterned backrest, exemplifying elegant Gustavian design. Retains its...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Gustavian Sofa from Hälsingland, Sweden, circa 1800-1830
Gustavian Sofa from Hälsingland, Sweden, circa 1800-1830

Gustavian Sofa from Hälsingland, Sweden, circa 1800-1830

Exceptional 19th Century Gustavian Sofa
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Exceptional, elegant and unusually long 19th century Gustavian sofa in it's original condition. Signed by Ephraim Sthal (1767-1820). Supplier to the Royal Court and one of the most s...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Exceptional 19th Century Gustavian Sofa
Exceptional 19th Century Gustavian Sofa

Exceptional 19th Century Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Swedish Gustavian sofa, circa 1820, is a striking example of the timeless beauty and functionality of Scandinavian design. Crafted from pine, the sofa featu...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820

19th Century Swedish Barrel Back Sofa
Located in Charleston, SC
Swedish, 19th century barrel back sofa settee in Gustavian style with beautifully carved frame with bell flower carvings. Richly carved front legs with lotus flowers and rosettes. Sc...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Velvet, Wood, Paint

19th Century Swedish Barrel Back Sofa
19th Century Swedish Barrel Back Sofa

19th Century Swedish Barrel Back Sofa

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish Gustavian provincial sofa crafted in pine, showcasing its original scraped paint. This sofa, dating back to the early 19th century, around 1800 to 1810, exemplifies ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench

Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench

18th-19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Daybed, Antique Sofa Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian daybed made of hand crafted painted Pinewood with two round pillows, in good condition. The sides of t...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Cotton, Pine, Linen, Damask

18th-19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Daybed, Antique Sofa Bench
18th-19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Daybed, Antique Sofa Bench

18th-19th Century White Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Daybed, Antique Sofa Bench

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 Sofas

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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

Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine 19th century late Gustavian sofa inspired by the Roman Empire and ancient Egypt. Hand Crafted with Gold Leaf Wood Trimmed Hand-Carved Rosette Details. The removable back allows...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Gold Leaf

Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen. Circa 1810.
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1810s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

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

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style Lacquered Cabriole Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime bespoke cabriole sofa, settee, or canapé made in the neoclassical Swedish Gustavian style. The sofa feature a gracefully curved cabriole style ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gustavian Sofas

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Brass

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style Lacquered Cabriole Sofa Settee
Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style Lacquered Cabriole Sofa Settee

Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style Lacquered Cabriole Sofa Settee

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa from Skellefteå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Scraped by hand to its original color. The sofa has some retouches. The kitchen sofa...
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1820s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A long 19th c. Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, hand-scraped to reveal the original paint, circa 1800. This beautiful sofa has been newly upholstered in linen and has un...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood, Paint

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint

18/19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl Stockholm Gilded
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Epfach, DE
Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl, Stockholm circa 1800 This exquisite piece, a small sofa crafted by Ephraim Stahl in Stockholm around 1800, represents the refined elega...
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Early 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Bronze

18/19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl Stockholm Gilded
18/19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl Stockholm Gilded

18/19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl Stockholm Gilded

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 Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

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

19th Century Gustavian Swedish Sofa Bench

Swedish Gustavian Period 1780s Painted Wood Sofa with Carved Crest and Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period painted wood sofa circa 1780 with carved crest, tall arms with finials, carved apron and cylindrical fluted legs. Step into the elegance of the Swedish Gus...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Swedish Gustavian Period 1780s Painted Wood Sofa with Carved Crest and Apron
Swedish Gustavian Period 1780s Painted Wood Sofa with Carved Crest and Apron

Swedish Gustavian Period 1780s Painted Wood Sofa with Carved Crest and Apron

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
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 Sofas

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Pine

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

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Sofa Bench Tragsofa / 'Trägsoffa'
Located in Wichita, KS
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 guilloc...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood, Paint

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

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

Gustavian Sofa Ephraim Stahl attributed
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in New York, NY
Antique Gustavian sofa attributed to Ephraim Stahl. Wonderfully carved Lion & Female busts, bulbous toped legs leaf toped, acanthus ornamentation throughout all signature details at...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Gustavian Sofa Ephraim Stahl attributed
Gustavian Sofa Ephraim Stahl attributed

Gustavian Sofa Ephraim Stahl attributed

18th c. Swedish Sofa Bench in Original Patina, Gustavian Period
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period dry scraped to it's original patina. The sofa frame is adorned with a lovely leaf motif and rests upon tapered and fluted leg...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Paint, Wood, Linen

18th c. Swedish Sofa Bench in Original Patina, Gustavian Period
18th c. Swedish Sofa Bench in Original Patina, Gustavian Period

18th c. Swedish Sofa Bench in Original Patina, Gustavian Period

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Settee
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century Swedish Gustavian-style settee exemplifies the elegance and simplicity of Scandinavian design. Crafted from pine, the settee features a soft, distressed white finis...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Settee
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Settee

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Settee

19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 19th-century Swedish sofa, circa 1800, crafted in the neoclassical tradition. This elegant piece is constructed from pine and retains its original painted finish, now soft...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800
19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800

19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa in Original Paint By Johan Lindgren
By Johan Lindgren
Located in Wichita, KS
A fine period Gustavian sofa, hand-scraped to the original paint, and newly upholstered with nail head trim, circa 1780. Rosettes on the leg posts with tapered and fluted legs. Signe...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood, Paint

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa in Original Paint By Johan Lindgren
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa in Original Paint By Johan Lindgren

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa in Original Paint By Johan Lindgren

Antique Swedish Sofa from the Gustavian Period, Hand-Made during the Late 1700s
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique sofa from the gustavian period around the late 1700s. The sofa has a hand-made frame in solid pine which has been dry scraped by hand down to the original, first laye...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Antique Swedish Sofa from the Gustavian Period, Hand-Made during the Late 1700s
Antique Swedish Sofa from the Gustavian Period, Hand-Made during the Late 1700s

Antique Swedish Sofa from the Gustavian Period, Hand-Made during the Late 1700s

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa
Located in Huntington, NY
An intricately carved Swedish Gustavian tragsofa featuring a decorative hand carved Guilloché scrolling apron. Decorative fleurons sit atop fluted tapered legs. This piece has been t...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful, large and very rare large Swedish Gustavian sofa with new upholstered seat cushions added. This piece is very unique and rare with the grande scale and featuring side cu...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions

Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning antique late Gustavian sofa/bench, skillfully crafted by a talented Swedish cabinetmaker of the era. This exquisite piece showcases the hallmark elements of Gustavian desi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker
Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker

Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker

Good 19th Century Gustavian Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
Good early 19th century Gustavian sofa in Its original colour and newly upholstered. Ca 1810 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Good 19th Century Gustavian Sofa
Good 19th Century Gustavian Sofa

Good 19th Century Gustavian Sofa

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Blue Painted Sofa Bench Tragsofa / 'Trägsoffa'
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period wearing blue paint and newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790. Shaped arm...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood, Paint

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

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

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Gustavian sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
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1850s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Birch

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
A lovely small Gustavian sofa from Ersnäs Luleå, Northern Sweden . The sofa has untouched blue original paint. Nice model, very easy to place. Good storage under the lid. The sea...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint

19th c. Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This charming 19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa has been hand-scraped to reveal the original paint surface. Newly upholstered in linen with bolster pillows. This seat has the added...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood, Paint

19th c. Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa Bench in Original Paint
19th c. Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa Bench in Original Paint

19th c. Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa Bench in Original Paint

19th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming Gustavian sofa, dating back to the early 1800s, is a stunning example of Swedish craftsmanship and design. The sofa has been meticulously scraped back to reveal its ori...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Sofa
19th Century Swedish Sofa

19th Century Swedish Sofa

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Gustavian sofa. it has new cushion seating covered in Muslin. This sofa was found at an Auction ...
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1820s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Swedish Gustavian White / Gray Painted Sofa Bench. Light Blue Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish gustavian armed bench or sofa. Carved frame in light gray painted birchwood with natural age-related patina. Features a long single seat with coil springs, upholstered w...
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Late 18th Century Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Swedish Gustavian White / Gray Painted Sofa Bench. Light Blue Fabric
Swedish Gustavian White / Gray Painted Sofa Bench. Light Blue Fabric

Swedish Gustavian White / Gray Painted Sofa Bench. Light Blue Fabric

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Sofa with Original paint
Located in Boden, SE
Early 19th Century Antique Rustic Swedish Gustavian Provincial Sofa from Råneå Norrbotten ,Northern Sweden. A beautiful Swedish Gustavian sofa ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Sofa with Original paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Sofa with Original paint

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian Sofa with Original paint

Gray-Green Painted Gustavian Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Gray-green painted Gustavian sofa circa 1790-1809, Sweden. Neoclassical style Swedish sofa, hand-carved in pine. Scraped back to layers of early gray-green over light gray-blue paint...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Pine

Gray-Green Painted Gustavian Sofa
Gray-Green Painted Gustavian Sofa

Gray-Green Painted Gustavian Sofa

20th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century Swedish sofa is a stunning example of Gustavian Revival design, blending timeless elegance with neoclassical sophistication. Its hand-painted frame features a soft ...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

20th Century Swedish Sofa
20th Century Swedish Sofa

20th Century Swedish Sofa

Swedish Gustavian Sofa Couch Loveseat White Carved, Late 19th Century 3-Seat
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish antique Gustavian sofa in classic white finish with delicately carved detailing decorative front fluted legs and a central carved motif along the back. Fine example of the l...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Birch

Swedish Gustavian Sofa Couch Loveseat White Carved, Late 19th Century 3-Seat
Swedish Gustavian Sofa Couch Loveseat White Carved, Late 19th Century 3-Seat

Swedish Gustavian Sofa Couch Loveseat White Carved, Late 19th Century 3-Seat

Fine 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine 19th century Swedish sofa from the Gustavian period in its original colour newly upholstered in a raw linen. Ca 1810 Sweden.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

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

Fine 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Huntington, NY
A sizable Swedish Late Gustavian sofa made in Stockholm by master furniture maker Ephraim Stahl (active 1794-1820). Signed ES on a back leg. Frames and sashes are decorated with upri...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl
19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl

19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl

Early Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Early Gustavian (Swedish Rococo) sofa with two bolsters and seat cushion.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Early Gustavian Sofa
Early Gustavian Sofa

Early Gustavian Sofa

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish gustavian country sofa or bench from the early 19th century. The sofa is a country house furniture in folk art with an unusual straight shape. The sofa has profiled or fluted...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Folk Art Country Sofa or Bench

Gustavian Painted and Parcel Gilt Canape or Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Gustavian Painted and Parcel Gilt Canape or Sofa; having a shell carved crest rail above a padded back and a stuff-over seat, raised on cabriole legs, 19th Century. Re-upholstery is...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Gustavian Painted and Parcel Gilt Canape or Sofa, 19th Century
Gustavian Painted and Parcel Gilt Canape or Sofa, 19th Century

Gustavian Painted and Parcel Gilt Canape or Sofa, 19th Century

18th Century Rococo Sofa Circa 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Swedish 18th-century Rococo sofa, circa 1760, epitomizes the elegance and artistry of the Rococo period. Crafted from hand-carved wood, likely beech or pine, it features a paint...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Pine

18th Century Rococo Sofa Circa 1760
18th Century Rococo Sofa Circa 1760

18th Century Rococo Sofa Circa 1760

18th Century Gustavian Sofa
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century Gustavian sofa. Scraped to original paint with exquisite carving and recently reupholstered in linen.
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Linen, Wood

18th Century Gustavian Sofa
18th Century Gustavian Sofa

18th Century Gustavian Sofa

Gustavian Swedish Sofa
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th century Swedish sofa with original paint, 1810. Seat height: 20" (51cm) Dimensions: 84 inches (213 cms) wide 24 inches (61 cms) dee...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Oak

Gustavian Swedish Sofa
Gustavian Swedish Sofa

Gustavian Swedish Sofa

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 Sofas

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Linen, Wood

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

19th Century Swedish Classical Sofa

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This Original Painted Swedish Gustavian sofa was found at an Estate Auction in Stockholm Sweden. its 100% Original except for the restored seat...
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1810s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Gustavian Paint Decorated Storage Bench, New Wool Shearling, Sweden, 19th C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian paint decorated storage bench, new wool shearling, Sweden 19th Century Wonderful gustavian bench or daybed having a brand new white wool shearling/sheepskin upholstery ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wool, Wood

Gustavian Paint Decorated Storage Bench, New Wool Shearling, Sweden, 19th C.
Gustavian Paint Decorated Storage Bench, New Wool Shearling, Sweden, 19th C.

Gustavian Paint Decorated Storage Bench, New Wool Shearling, Sweden, 19th C.

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
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1820s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Berlin Iron

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Late 18th Century Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fantastic late 18th century Gustavian sofa. This lovely sofa has a great carved form which has been newly upholstered with simple ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Late 18th Century Gustavian Sofa
Late 18th Century Gustavian Sofa

Late 18th Century Gustavian Sofa

Swedish Gustavian Carved-Wood and Upholstered Tub Sofa, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish period Gustavian upholstered and carved-wood sofa from the early 19th century. This antique tub style sofa from Sweden features an elegantly arch...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Wood

Swedish Gustavian Carved-Wood and Upholstered Tub Sofa, Early 19th Century
Swedish Gustavian Carved-Wood and Upholstered Tub Sofa, Early 19th Century

Swedish Gustavian Carved-Wood and Upholstered Tub Sofa, Early 19th Century

18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa with Cushions
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite 18th Century Swedish Trag sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and historical elegance. The sofa showcases the understated sophistication typical of Swedish design fro...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Canvas, Wood

18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa with Cushions
18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa with Cushions

18th Century Swedish Trag Sofa with Cushions

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Gustavian sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
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1840s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

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Birch

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

100% Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Gustavian Sofa Made In Oak From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
Crafted from oak in the Gustavian style, this sofa from the 1840s exudes timeless elegance and historical charm. With its gracefully curved arms and tapered legs, it embodies the neo...
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1840s Danish Antique Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Gustavian Sofa Made In Oak From 1840s
Gustavian Sofa Made In Oak From 1840s

Gustavian Sofa Made In Oak From 1840s

Unique Antique Sofa Newly Upholstered and with Cut Decor
Located in Budapest, HU
This late Gustavian-style sofa is painted with bronzed accents and decorated with carved details. Newly upholstered in beautiful green fabric, it combines classic elegance with a fre...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Unique Antique Sofa Newly Upholstered and with Cut Decor
Unique Antique Sofa Newly Upholstered and with Cut Decor

Unique Antique Sofa Newly Upholstered and with Cut Decor

Gustavian Sofa or Bench
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a Gustavian Sofa or Bench that dates to the end of the 18th century or beginning of the 19th century. The sofa is in overall good to very good original condition. It retains its scraped old surface with a wonderful deep natural patina. The arms are slightly outward bent in a neoclassical style. The cartouche over the central section displays a pair of neoclassical opposing sphinxes and is a reference to Napoleon's late 18th century campaign...
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1790s Swedish Antique Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Gustavian Sofa or Bench
Gustavian Sofa or Bench

Gustavian Sofa or Bench

Gustavian sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gustavian sofas 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 sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gustavian sofas 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 sofas, popular names associated with this style include and Ephraim Stahl. 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 sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,588 and tops out at $17,500 while the average work can sell for $5,695.

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