Atlanta, GA
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 54.5ʺW × 20.25ʺD × 37.25ʺH
- Styles
- Gustavian (Swedish)
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. This is an antique and having been around for a long … moreGood Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. This is an antique and having been around for a long time, it will show signs of wear. Antique pieces have very much sought-after character and associated flaws. Please review photos for condition & contact us with questions! less
- Description
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A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sideboard from the 19th century with three drawers, two doors, carved arched-themed frieze, reeded …
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A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sideboard from the 19th century with three drawers, two doors, carved arched-themed frieze, reeded diamond motifs and tapering feet. This alluring Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sideboard, hailing from the 19th century, is a piece that masterfully combines elegance with functionality. The sideboard showcases three drawers positioned above two doors, offering ample storage for your dining essentials and cherished possessions.
The meticulous attention to detail is evident in the carved arched-themed frieze that gracefully adorns the upper edge of the piece, bringing a sense of harmony and balance to the design. The reeded diamond motifs on the doors and central panel further enhance the sideboard's visual interest, creating a captivating interplay of light and shadow.
With its tapering feet, angled in the front, this sideboard rests gracefully on the floor, providing a stable base and elevating the piece's sophistication. The soft colored painted wood finish, typical of the Scandinavian taste for light palettes, adds an air of understated elegance, allowing the sideboard's carvings to take center stage.
The Gustavian style takes its roots in the Louis XVI era. Swedish King Gustav III resided in 1771 in Paris, at the beginning stages of the Louis XVI style. There, he was inspired by French art and fashion. With that in his luggage, he had a strong desire to introduce something similar in Sweden. The country had Fine craftsmen with high quality craftsmanship, who produced a simple style with harmonious aesthetics. The Gustavian Style was born and has been in vogue ever since. It is incredibly popular, especially in England but also in France and in the USA. Price and age are of course inextricably linked, the older and rarer the higher the price!
This Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sideboard from the 19th century effortlessly blends timeless beauty with practical functionality. Its design elements, including the carved arched-themed frieze, reeded diamond motifs, and tapering feet, make it an exquisite addition to any dining room or living space, where it will undoubtedly become a cherished centerpiece for years to come. less
Atlanta, GA
Super Seller
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