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19th c. Swedish Gustavian Painted Barrel Back Armchair

Offered by: Maison & Co.

Description
A Swedish antique armchairs from the Gustavian period with a unique shaped barrel back, circa 1810. The frame features carved bell flowers with front legs adorned with lotus flowers and rosettes. This chair has been newly upholstered in linen. Richly carved and comfortable.

The Gustavian style, named after King Gustav III of Sweden, is a restrained interpretation of the French Louis XV and Louis XVI style. King Gustav III was enamored with the neoclassical style and therefore created his own interpretation for Sweden.

More Information

Origin:	Sweden
Period:	19th Century
Creation Date:	c. 1800
Styles / Movements:	Gustavian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	2164B
Incollect Reference #:	770341

Dimensions

W.	24.82 in;	H.	31.88 in;	D.	24.82 in;
W.	63.04 cm;	H.	80.98 cm;	D.	63.04 cm;

Seat H.	18.5 in;
Seat H.	46.99 cm;

Message from Seller:

Maison & Co. is a direct importer of fine 18th and 19th-century European antiques, many with original paint, specializing in Swedish Gustavian, French Louis XVI, and Swedish Rococo and Baroque periods. For inquiries, please contact us at Bernadette@maisonandco.com or 316.650.3341