A period Gustavian stool with handles, scraped to original paint

This Gustavian stool was made in Sweden around 1810 in the restrained neoclassical taste of the period. The Gustavian style, the Swedish interpretation of neoclassicism, is reflected...

A Swedish Empire style painted wooden Curule stool from the mid-19th century, with spindle arms, X-form base and new upholstery. Created in Sweden during the first half of the 19th c...

This Swedish Gustavian-style painted wood tub chair dates to the late 19th century and showcases curving lines, carved campanula friezes, and waterleaf motifs. Crafted in Sweden during the final decade of the 1800s, the chair features Neoclassical elegance with delicately carved details. Its curving back and rectangular seat are designed for reupholstery, while the apron is adorned with a delicate campanula frieze running on three sides. The chair is raised on two cylindrical, tapering front legs carved with waterleaves, paired with two saber legs in the back. Accented with carved rosettes on the knees, the piece is painted in a soft, muted color typical of Swedish taste—light palettes that brighten rooms during the region’s dark winters. The Gustavian style draws inspiration from the Louis XVI era. In 1771, Swedish King Gustav III visited Paris during the early stages of the Louis XVI movement and was captivated by French art and fashion. Upon returning to Sweden, he sought to introduce a similar aesthetic, leveraging the country’s skilled craftsmen to create a refined, harmonious style. The result was the Gustavian style, which remains beloved for its elegance and simplicity—especially in England, France, and the USA. With its graceful lines and intricate carvings, this Gustavian tub chair...

Made in Sweden around 1810, this pair of Gustavian stools shows the restrained neoclassical character of the style. The Gustavian style, the Swedish interpretation of neoclassicism, ...

Antique Gustavian Style Hand-Carved Upholstered Stool. Stool features a neutral tan-colored top with painted and carved wood frame. Stool features elegant neoclassical proportions, h...

Antique Gustavian Style Hand-Carved Upholstered Stool. Stool features a neutral cream-colored top with painted and carved wood frame. Stool features elegant neoclassical proportions,...

19th century Swedish Gustavian style carved stool. Seat is in need of upholstery, 1880 Dimensions: 21 inches (53 cms) wide 18 inches (46 cms) deep 18.5 inches (47 cms) high. ...

19th C original painted Swedish stool with carved detail. 1840. Reference: 7535 Dimensions 22 inches (56 cms) wide 22 inches (56 cms) deep 22.5 inches (57 cms) high.