Tag: Gustavian Furniture

200 Swedish Antiques A Person Can Look For

Here are 200 different types of Swedish antiques that a person can consider buying:

Gustavian-style dining table
Mora clock
Rococo armchair
Dala horse
Gustavian-style chandelier
Painted wooden chest
Baroque-style mirror
Biedermeier sofa
Folk art painted cupboard
Empire-style console table
Swedish tiled stove (kakelugn)
Rococo-style commode
Swedish corner cupboard (hörnskåp)
Scandinavian pine bench
Gustavian-style daybed
Mora clock with hand-painted details
Biedermeier drop-leaf table
Swedish folk art painted trunk
Gustavian-style desk

1930s Vintage Gustavian Style Swedish Empire Upholstered Armchairs – Chairish

Swedish Antiques – 1st Dibs.com

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Chest of Drawers –Dorsoduro MouseBack Chest of Drawers

brownrigg-interiors.co.uk

1stdibs Wood Gustavian Swedish Armchair -1stDibs

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Mora Clocks – architecturaldigest.com

Scandinavian glass-front cabinet
Baroque-style gilded mirror
Dala horse rocking chair
Empire-style writing desk
Rococo-style settee
Swedish folk art painted sideboard
Gustavian-style bergère chair
Mora clock with hand-carved details

Biedermeier-style chest of drawers
Scandinavian farmhouse table
Gustavian-style chaise longue
Swedish painted armoire
Rococo-style display cabinet
Dala horse wall clock
Empire-style hall bench
Folk art painted dowry chest
Gustavian-style console table
Swedish painted kitchen cupboard
Biedermeier armchair
Scandinavian pine chest of drawers
Gustavian-style mirror
Mora clock with hand-painted floral motifs
Rococo-style candle sconces
Swedish painted wardrobe
Baroque-style secretary desk
Dala horse floor lamp
Empire-style card table
Folk art painted side table
Gustavian-style canopy bed
Swedish painted bookcase
Biedermeier dining chairs
Scandinavian painted settle
Mora clock with folk art motifs
Rococo-style wall console
Gustavian-style hall tree
Swedish painted linen press
Baroque-style hall mirror
Dala horse table lamp
Empire-style display cabinet
Folk art painted wall clock
Gustavian-style corner cupboard
Swedish painted trundle bed
Biedermeier drop-front secretary
Scandinavian pine armoire
Gustavian-style daybed with canopy
Mora clock with hand-carved figures
Rococo-style candle chandelier
Swedish painted chest of drawers
Baroque-style upholstered bench
Dala horse jewelry box
Empire-style round dining table
Folk art painted rocking chair
Gustavian-style armchair with matching footstool
Swedish painted display cabinet
Biedermeier-style tilt-top table
Scandinavian farmhouse bench with storage
Gustavian-style dressing table
Mora clock with painted landscape scene
Rococo-style gilded wall mirror
Swedish painted corner cabinet
Baroque-style console table with marble top
Dala horse wall hanging
Empire-style wine cabinet
Folk art painted hall bench
Gustavian-style settee with upholstered back
Swedish painted drop-leaf table
Biedermeier-style glass-front cabinet
Scandinavian painted chest of drawers
Gustavian-style candle sconces
Mora clock with hand-painted floral garlands
Rococo-style bergère chair
Swedish painted sideboard with carved details
Baroque-style gilded picture frame
Dala horse floor rug
Empire-style marble-top commode
Folk art painted spice cabinet
Gustavian-style trestle table
Swedish painted sofa
Biedermeier armchair with cane seat
Scandinavian pine side table
Gustavian-style wall mirror with gilded accents
Mora clock with hand-painted rosemaling
Rococo-style floor candelabra
Swedish painted bar cabinet
Baroque-style hall table
Dala horse decorative pillows
Empire-style drum table
Folk art painted wall shelf
Gustavian-style canopy daybed
Swedish painted secretaire bookcase
Biedermeier-style upholstered bench
Scandinavian painted hall tree
Gustavian-style hall bench with storage
Mora clock with hand-painted rural scenes
Rococo-style wall console with marble top
Swedish painted desk with hutch
Baroque-style gilded candelabra
Dala horse ceramic vase
Empire-style sideboard
Folk art painted nesting tables
Gustavian-style armchair with rush seat
Swedish painted wine cabinet
Biedermeier-style chest of drawers with inlaid details
Scandinavian pine wardrobe
Gustavian-style chandelier with crystal accents
Mora clock with hand-carved bird figures
Rococo-style gilded picture frame with floral motifs
Swedish painted drop-front secretary desk
Baroque-style upholstered armchair
Dala horse table runner
Empire-style marble-top console table
Folk art painted wall cabinet
Gustavian-style settee with rush seat
Swedish painted dining chairs
Biedermeier-style side table with drawer
Scandinavian painted settle bench
Gustavian-style dressing table with mirror
Mora clock with hand-painted bird motifs
Rococo-style wall candelabra with crystal drops
Swedish painted linen cupboard
Baroque-style gilded wall clock
Dala horse decorative plates
Empire-style round marble-top side table
Folk art painted hall table
Gustavian-style daybed with rush seat
Swedish painted corner cupboard with glass doors
Biedermeier-style drop-leaf dining table
Scandinavian pine bookcase
Gustavian-style candle chandelier with crystal pendants
Mora clock with hand-carved foliate motifs
Rococo-style gilded wall shelf with mirror
Swedish painted chest of drawers with floral motifs
Baroque-style upholstered settee
Dala horse wall tapestry
Empire-style marble-top console cabinet
Folk art painted wall mirror
Gustavian-style trestle dining table
Swedish painted sofa with upholstered seat
Biedermeier armchair with inlaid details
Scandinavian pine sideboard
Gustavian-style wall mirror with carved details
Mora clock with hand-painted rural landscapes
Rococo-style floor lamp with crystal accents
Swedish painted bar cart
Baroque-style hall mirror with gilded accents
Dala horse ceramic mugs
Empire-style marble-top sideboard
Folk art painted wall clock with pendulum
Gustavian-style canopy bed with drapes
Swedish painted secretaries
Biedermeier-style upholstered armchair
Scandinavian painted hall bench with storage
Gustavian-style hall tree with mirror
Mora clock with hand-carved figures of animals
Rococo-style wall console with mirrored top
Swedish painted desk with hidden compartments
Baroque-style gilded wall sconces
Dala horse decorative tea towels
Empire-style marble-top center table
Folk art painted wall shelf with hooks
Gustavian-style settee with cane seat
Swedish painted wine rack
Biedermeier-style chest of drawers with brass accents
Scandinavian pine cabinet
Gustavian-style chandelier with crystal drops
Mora clock with hand-painted floral wreaths
Rococo-style gilded picture frame with cherub motifs
Swedish painted drop-front writing desk
Baroque-style upholstered rocking chair
Dala horse ceramic candle holders
Empire-style marble-top console with mirror
Folk art painted wall cabinet with glass doors
Gustavian-style daybed with cane seat
Swedish painted linen press with carved details
Biedermeier-style drop-leaf side table
Scandinavian painted chest of drawers with floral patterns
Gustavian-style candle sconces with crystal accents
Mora clock with hand-carved lion figures
Rococo-style gilded wall mirror with floral garlands
Swedish painted corner cabinet with glass display
Baroque-style upholstered armchair with carved details

Gustavian cabinet
Mora clock
Dala horse
Swedish baroque mirror
Swedish painted chest
Scandinavian farmhouse table
Swedish Gustavian chair
Swedish grandfather clock
Swedish tile stove
Swedish Folk Art painting
Swedish trundle bed
Swedish tall case clock
Swedish Gustavian sofa
Swedish bonad (folk painting)
Swedish Gustavian desk
Swedish birch wood bowl
Swedish Art Deco chandelier
Swedish folk costume
Swedish Gustavian sideboard
Swedish Gustavian mirror
Swedish Gustavian dining table
Swedish Mora bench
Swedish Gustavian settee
Swedish folk textiles (rugs, linens, etc.)
Swedish Art Nouveau vase
Swedish Gustavian armoire
Swedish folk music instruments
Swedish Art Deco armchair
Swedish Gustavian chest of drawers
Swedish copper kettle
Swedish Art Nouveau candlesticks
Swedish Gustavian console table
Swedish Gustavian bed
Swedish glassware (Orrefors, Kosta Boda, etc.)
Swedish Art Nouveau jewelry
Swedish Gustavian bookcase
Swedish folk art wooden spoons
Swedish Art Deco sideboard
Swedish Gustavian hall bench
Swedish Delftware ceramics
Swedish Art Nouveau clock
Swedish Gustavian secretary desk
Swedish birch bark boxes
Swedish Art Deco table lamp
Swedish Gustavian corner cupboard
Swedish carved wooden figures
Swedish Art Nouveau silverware
Swedish Gustavian bergère chair
Swedish folk art textiles (weavings, embroidery, etc.)
Swedish Art Deco bar cart

Please note that availability and prices may vary, and it’s always recommended to do thorough research and consult with experts before making any purchases.

Gustavian Furniture – How to get the look – Ulla Kloster

Set of 6 Gustavian Chairs – 9k 1st Dibs

The Gustavian Chair

Gustavian furniture is pure style and elegance. Chairs are the defining pieces in the Gustavian family of furniture with their delicately carved, columned legs. There’s a distinctive, refined feminine elegance to the chairs – a lightness and an almost gravity defying quality to it. Sometimes the legs and the rest of the woodwork are gently gilded for added glamour. Fabrics are usually plain colours – shades of grey, white and cream or striped. Rarely floral or other patterns.

In fact, the Gustavian style is almost the opposite of Scandi and Danish ‘hygge‘ which has taken the world by storm over the last few years. While hygge is about cosiness, relaxing, chilling, and focusing on the inner life, Gustavian style is about style, refinement and elegance. Read more about ‘hygge’ and how to live like “the happiest people in the world” here.

The Gustavian style is a mix of styles and interpretations – of the ostentatious French court of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, Regency and the very different, pared down Scandi aesthetic. It’s formal meets country style: It’s remarkable how three so different styles merged successfully into the distinctive Gustavian look that’s now more popular than ever.

Gustavian dining chairs are the defining pieces of the popular Swedish interior style, but the Gustavian bench is a close second.

The Light And Airy Furniture Of Sweden

Dawn Hill Antiques

Swedish furniture is in a class of its own. From the exuberant decoration of the Rococo style with an abundance of curves and natural motifs that gave way in the late 1700s to the restrained Gustavian style, Swedish furniture appeals to many. Owing to its clean lines and simplicity, it mixes well with other styles, both traditional and modern.

“You cannot talk about Swedish design without first considering the natural environment of Sweden. It is a country of islands, with the sea on one side and the interior populated by dense forests,” said antique dealer Paulette Peden of Dawn Hill Antiques in New Preston, Conn. “In the winter months there is a very short period of daylight, so the Swedish people craved the light, and created rooms painted with pale colors, and light furniture to make the most of the precious daylight.” The Gustavian style was named for Sweden’s King Gustav III (1746-92), during whose reign the talented craftsmen of the Stockholm Guild made well-designed furniture like chairs, tables, secretaries, cupboards and settees.

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Gustavian Style By Kristie Barnett

I don’t know what kind of leader King Gustav III of Sweden was, but he really had some design sense! After spending much of his early life in the French courts of Versailles, Gustav developed a style that was heavily influenced by French Neo-Classical design, as well as Italian Classicism. Gustavian style is one of my all-time favorites, and I have a heavy dose of it in my own home.

Gustavian style is marked by grayed pastels, lots of whites and creams, painted furniture, clean simple lines, and fabulous lighting.

This style is rather austere and not overly ornamented. Lots of leggy furniture, bleached wood, and reflective surfaces/mirrors.

Swedish Country style is Gustavian, but at it’s most informal. Lots of whites and lots of rustic.

The more formal version of Gustavian features a bit more color, lots of reflective surfaces, and crystal chandeliers. And gilt, like I blogged about here.

Read more of this article at thedecorologist.com

Study Shows The Gustavian Period Has Defined All Tastes Through Time In Sweden

A New Dissertation From Uppsala University Shows How Gustavian Style Has Defined Swedish Tastes In Art

Why has the neoclassical Gustavian style become so prominent in the Swedish self-image? A new dissertation from Uppsala University shows how researchers in art history, along with museums, commercial enterprises and the monarchy, have contributed to preserving and conveying the Gustavian style.

“An important reason for the extreme strength of the Gustavian style ideal,” says Hedvig Mårdh, doctoral student at the Department of Art History at Uppsala University, “is that it managed to unite a series of seemingly contradictory movements during the 1900s, such as tradition and modernity, and nationalism and internationalism, and that it has become part of various utopian visions.”

The Gustavian style, connected to the 18th century and Gustav III and Gustav IV Adolf, has been intimately associated with what has been designated as specific Swedish cultural heritage, linked to Swedish tastes and interior design. The style has generally been highly esteemed by both museums and art historians, who have produced national and international exhibitions and publications and have also contributed to successful furniture production from the late 19th century through today, including both IKEA’s line of 18th-century furniture as well as more small-scale production.

It’s about recurring re-use, in the form of copies, reconstructions and staging of the period. In her dissertation A Century of Swedish Gustavian Style: Art History, Cultural Heritage and Neoclassical Revivals from the 1890s to the 1990s, Hedvig Mårdh studied three periods that all illustrate the re-use of the Gustavian period in different ways: the 1890s, which saw the emergence of art history as a discipline, and of museums and cultural heritagethe period 1930-1940, when the production of period furniture existed concurrently with functionalismthe 1990s, a decade characterised by a cultural heritage boom, economic crisis and the search for a national identity in a European context.

Swedish Furniture Design – What Makes The 1800’s So Obsessive

Co-Op Bouclé Pintucked Sofa – Amazon

Guest Post – Jason Phillips

The Scandinavians are known around the world for creating simple, stylish and functional furniture; its style reflects its origins, furniture and décor which maximized the available light and space. The look is minimal, yet honest with an earthy flavor. It is the perfect style to use when you are looking to revitalize an old, gloomy house and create a contemporary yet practical flare. To really get the 1800s Swedish feel in your home you will need to follow these tips:

1. Wooden Flooring

The flooring should be light and preferably wood, although a laminate will have the same effect. This allows the sunlight entering the house to bounce around the room and help to create a feeling of space, warmth and light. The bathroom is the only exception to this rule as a darker, warmer color will make the room feel more inviting.

2. Color Palettes Of Brown and Gray

The original Scandinavian design would be for white walls and a pale grey or light blue; either as a feature wall or as part of the design; the color of the furniture or the accessories. However, there have been several other influences in the Scandinavian scene and it is possible to introduce some bright colors through the accessories or even the flowers in the room. These will draw the eye and make the room feel friendly and inviting. It is also possible to opt for wood on one of the walls; it is a natural material and adds a layer of warmth to the property. If the wood is too yellow for your taste than it can be white washed or you can use grey oil to dilute the color.

3. Furniture Lines

The handmade designer furniture you use in your Scandinavian room must have clean lines. The majority of Swedish furniture elements will already have the lines you require. This simplistic approach will provide a calm, tranquil room in which to relax.

4. Functional Furniture

The Swedish pride themselves on providing stylish yet functional furniture. Every piece has a specific purpose and it is well designed for that purpose. This ethic should apply across the entire house; it avoids unnecessary clutter and encourages the simple, minimalistic style. Furniture may have been designed recently or may be genuine antique pieces. Either will work as the elements of design have stayed true throughout time; every Swedish piece has a classic beauty in its simplicity and will sit perfectly in a room today. The way this furniture has been designed allows it to blend with any room, creating a stylish, yet practical living area.

5. Corner Fire

Swedish winters are generally much colder than those in many other parts of the world. A fire is an essential part of surviving these winters. However, they are not the feature point of the room; they are seen as another piece of furniture. Swedish fires are often tiled and sit in the corner of the room. They are usually very simple in design and may hardly even be noticed with their doors closed. The corner approach also allows the heat to radiate out across the room effectively.

6. The Environment

The Swedish are well known for adding environmentally friendly features to their houses. This can be as simply as embracing the energy efficient light bulbs, to adding solar panels or a ground source heat pump. Insulation and triple glazing are also standard on new builds and help to create the warm, inviting interior of a Swedish house.

7. Less Is More

Scandinavian design does not incorporate an abundance of ornaments and accessories. The approach is minimalistic in order to keep the clean lines and bright spaces that they desire. Among the few accessories will usually be a plant or bunch of flowers to add a touch of the outside to the décor. Blend your minimalistic approach with natural materials and you will have a beautiful house that you can
actually live in!

Embrace the Swedish home design and transform your home into a welcoming, truly inviting living nest. Choose a dominant color that best lives up to your expectations, and don’t be afraid to improvise. Oversized throw pillows, flower pots with seasonal flowers and custom-made furniture items are everything you need for a Swedish-inspired home.

3 Swedish Style Homes Featured In Magazines

I have been holding on to Veranda’s November / December 2011 issue which featured an 18th century manor situated in Sabylund, 2 hours west of Stockholm. Built in 1780’s in the Gustavian aesthetic, the house has stayed virtually intact as it was back in the 18th century.

In the red room, chalky white finished chairs with gilt wood embellishments are covered in Chinese red damask. A Swedish day bed functions as a sofa and a bed, and is accompanied by a table surrounded by Gustavian white painted chairs. A Swedish Kakelugn stove has gold painted garlands on the tile. A number of small rectangular portraits hang on the wall.

In the main room, light blue painted walls are framed with wall moldings, and hand painted garlands add a romantic feel to the walls. Sheer drapery allows the light to come into this room. A settee and Louis XVI chairs with a blue and white stripe slipcovers form a seating area with a Empire table and crisp white tablecloth. A pale light blue and white scheme pull together a soft, yet delicate look for this room. A pink rug, and lighter pink upholstery seen on the backs of the chairs offer up a subdued, yet tender room to lounge in. Large gilt oval portraits add a historical feel to the room.

A grand library filled with the owners original books offered a taste of the high life. Books were so much more valuable in the 17th and 18 century, and having a library filled with them, suggests the owners were well off. A 1799 white stucco medallion mounted on a simple wood frame depicts the houses first owner. A Dutch or German table centers the room, with English cane chairs backed to the books. Swedish pewter candlesticks sit on the table, along with a brass telescope for viewing nature. The shelves are painted in a blue/ gray, houses natural leather books adding such rich contrast. Furniture is left in it’s natural wood, which adds a rustic effect.

“The most interesting thing about this house is that it has actually been lived in all these years” says Johan who owns the house. His wife Ingrid Lagerfelt and their two children live in this home currently. Their ancestor inherited the house from the original brother and sister who built the home. Johan is a doctor, and his wife Ingrid farms the estates 2,500 acres of land.

More from Veranda:

Johan and Ingrid Lagerfelt’s Home In Veranda

An Up-close and Detailed Look At The Wall Painting

House Beautiful first captured our interest in this Swedish styled home decorated by Carol Glasser and Katrin Cargill. The home bathed in blues with Swedish-style home by Carol Glasser Interiors.

This home was originally decorated around an English country style, and featured in Country Living magazine in the 1990’s.

Later the homeowners decided their taste had changed, and they wanted an 18th century look focused on the styles found in Sweden.

To start this process, everything in the house was sold, as they started the process of decorating their home, completely from scratch. It wasn’t just a change of furniture and a little bit of paint, but rather the house’s walls were taken down to their studs and every thing was given a new facelift, -the roof, floors, windows and walls.

Carol Glasser decided to work with Swedish Style expert Katrin Cargill who brought the eye for authenticity.

In the living room sits a classic style Swedish painted sofa, while on the other side of the room gives the room a modern twist with a Charles sectional from B&B Italia. Walls show off a rustic look with painted planks with a faux chair rail. Antiques in this room are beautiful in their original paint. A French Directoire mantel and Swedish tea table and armchair make the perfect 18th century sitting area. These pictures came from Katrin Cargill’s website and are updated shots of the home.

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Swedish-style home by Carol Glasser Interiors.

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The Devoted Classicist featured the country manor home of Baron Henric Falkenberg, which is located in western Sweden on the shore of Lake Vanern in Varmland province. The property was featured in an article by Miguel Flores-Vianna with photos by Fernando Bengoechea in the April, 2000, issue of Elle Decor magazine.

The house itself was completed in 1774 by master carpenter Johan Georg Reincke, and has been in the Baron’s family since the late 19th century. It has been mentioned that this estate to has over 1,000 acres of property! In the photo below of the billiard room, a portrait gallery features of the baron’s ancestors, and portrait paintings of the original owners of Varmlands Saby hang above a Dutch armoire in the dining room. See more at The Devoted Classicist Blog

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Swedish Antiques From Debenham Antiques

19th Century Swedish Birch Neo Classical Sofa US $5,540.37 On Ebay

Early 19th Century Painted Gustavian Sofa -US $4,477.83 Beautifully carved, re-upholstered with fitted cushions- On Ebay

Pair of 19th Century Carved wood French Armchairs US $3,718.88 On Ebay

19th Century Massive Extending Swedish Painted Dining Table US $12,702.51 On Ebay

This table has been adapted to form many scenarios of use and size. Can be used as a round dining table, and comes complete with varying bearers to allow housing of 5 leaves. Fully extended at 167″ in length which is just short of 14FT. Could also be used as a pair of demi lune side tables when not in use for dining.

19th Century Painted Pine Bookcase Cabinet US $6,151.53 On Ebay

Circa 1880. Fine piece of Swedish rustic furniture which could lend itself to many uses such as a desk, kitchen table or dining table

Rustic 19th Century Pine Table From Debenham Antiques US $1,510.32 On Ebay

Early 20th Century Birch Root Swedish Bombe Chest Of Drawers- US $2,796.15 On Ebay

19th Century Swedish Elm Secretaire Chest Of Drawers- US $2,504.55 On Ebay

Massive 19th Century Biedermeier Birch Sofa Settee, US $5,236.79 -Length: 108 3/4″, On Ebay

19th Century Inlaid Swedish Kingwood Commode US $2,959.92 On Ebay

Profusely inlaid and decorated with various woods such as satinwood and walnut. Detachable marble top with ormolu handles and decoration. 3 drawers which open on the key- circa 1870

19th Century Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Desk $4,477.83 On Ebay

Early 20th Century Mahogany Inlaid Commode- US $3,718.88 On Ebay

Pair of 18th Century Louis XV French Gilt Fauteuil Armchairs By Michard US $7,513.65 On Ebay

19th Century Antique Swedish Carved Wood Gilt Pier Mirror -US $3,718.88 On Ebay

19th Century Painted Swedish Day Bed Sofa, US $3,263.51- On Ebay

19th Century Antique Biedermeier Birch Commode Chest of Drawers -US $2,504.55, On Ebay

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Mahogany Armchairs US $3,718.88 On Ebay

Early 19th Century Antique Carved Scandinavian Mahogany Sofa US $3,415.30 On Ebay

Massive Mahogany Cherrywood Gateleg Table Seats 16- Can be made up to 18 feet, 9FT 6INCH X 8 FT On Ebay

Pair of 19th Century Painted Pine Swedish Armchairs- US $1,510.32, On Ebay

Swedish arts and crafts influenced. Made from pine, painted with floral decoration to the back, gold lining to the seat, continued with painted elements to the freize and turned legs

Early 19th Century Swedish Occasional Side Table US $1,176.38 On Ebay

Early 19th Century Biedermeirer Birch Drum Table US $4,326.04, On Ebay

19th Century Swedish Birch Square Tilt Top Table – US $1,897.39 On Ebay

19th Century Painted Gothic Swedish Cabinet US $6,311.31 On Ebay

19TH Century Swedish Painted Pine Bookcase- US $3,507.17 On Ebay

Rare set of 12 -19TH Century Queen Anne Influenced Painted Swedish Dining Chairs US $12,702.51 On Ebay

An Interview With Daniel Larsson- The Go-To Guy For Swedish Antiques

D.Larsson Interiör & Antikhandel

I recently was able to interview Daniel Larsson, owner of D.Larsson Interiör & Antikhandel, one of Sweden’s top sources for authentic antique furniture and decor. Daniel opened his store in July 2012 and has quickly become recognized in the industry as the go-to guy for Swedish Antiques – He not only locates the goods you’re looking for but also educates you when buying your first slice of Swedish history or adding to your ever growing collection of rare Scandinavian finds.

Unlike other dealers who wouldn’t dream of sharing their sources, Daniel is a guide with The Antiques Diva® & Co European Tours which means he takes clients hand in hand to wholesale warehouses and secret sources.

Daniel has traveled around the world, and has lived in the USA, England, India, Norway, Spain and Holland, but has returned back to his roots in Helsingborg, Sweden where his main antique store is located.

He and his better half, life partner and wife- Cristina, work together to run D.Larsson Interiör & Antikhandel, a busy antique store, which offers Swedish furniture ranging from 18th to late 19th century. They specialize in presenting Gustavian painted furniture and Swedish country styled pieces. They supply directly to private or trade customers worldwide, and network with easy and reliable shipping companies. Daniel is one of six dealers in Decorative Collectives; a new Antiques Center in Petworth, Uk, where he currently features the majority of his stock.

Here are my questions for Daniel:

Q- What had you interested in antiques? Where did that passion come from?

A: I have always been interested in Interior Design and it came rather naturally to me. In my early 20s I got hooked on the modern retro Scandinavian style when I decorated my first apartment. After taking several years to tour the world I settled down with my wife in Helsingborg, Sweden and together we began to make my house a home. A friend recognizing my talent in design approached me and asked if I wanted to start a business selling antiques together. After a couple of years together we eventually decided to each go our own way – but I was hooked! I had been bitten by the antiques bug and I was committed to staying in the trade. I began to concentrate on higher quality Swedish pieces and expand my repertoire in to Baroque, Empire, Rococo and Gustavian pieces.

Q: Was there one antique that you let go, and wish you hadn’t?

A: Sigh… the one that got away. I’m dreaming of a stunning Rococo mirror (see attached pic) that I wished I would have kept for myself. I try not to get too attached to the pieces in my store – but must confess sometimes I sell items to quickly and find I don’t have enough time to enjoy them properly.

Q:Tell us a few keys to look for when determining if a piece of furniture is an authentic antique?

A: The authenticity of antiques is a complex matter, there are great books about the subject but for an untrained eye it can be very hard to spot a fake. A good way to start is by looking at the wood to check if it’s old and has a nice patina. The best thing you can do is to buy from a trustworthy dealer which will be able to give you all the information about the piece so you are sure of what you have bought. And you can always ask for a certificate of authenticity. Another tip is to always check the price, if it is to good to be true… it probably is!

Q:What are the most sought after styles right now? What are people asking you for?

A: The Gustavian style with it’s pale colors is always popular and people are also asking for good Swedish country pieces because they fit perfectly in a modern setting as well. People are looking to mix things up nowadays, it gives more caracter to a home.

Q:Like many of us who are fond of one thing over another when shopping for furniture and decor, is there a particular style or antique that your wife Cristina buys over and over? Tell us her secret antique fetish?

A: Cabinets, She always need to have at least one big cabinet in the showroom. She likes big and impressive things 🙂

Q: For New Buyers, ….what would you suggest to invest in first?

A: Always buy something that you love, follow your heart. If you want something really Swedish go for a tall case painted clock or a Gustavian sofa. Both are very decorative. Another great choice is a Rococo or Gustavian mirror as they are easy to place making a fabulous statement peace.

Q: Many Swedish dealers shun the thought of re-painting antiques. I find many dealers re-painting furniture in the most popular colors such as gray, or white, and others cringe at the thought of disturbing a finish. What are your thoughts on this?

A: The majority of Swedish painted furniture has been painted several times thru the centuries and to find one in original color is extremely difficult nowadays and when you do find them they sell for extraordinary sums. What happens sometimes is that the latest layers of paint are dry scraped to reveal traces of the original color but the majority of times this is not possible because the paint has suffered to much damage thru the years and needs to be repainted. This way the tradition continues. Don’t be mistaken; repainted pieces, if done properly are still highly valued.

Q:From a Small Business point of view, here are some pooled questions that have been asked from small furniture collectors who represent smaller markets:

How would you suggest going about determining the price for an item? Do you recommend reproduction pieces and if so what determines a good piece? How do you go about restoring pieces that are not in tip-top condition?

A: When I determine the price I look at the originality, rarity and quality of a piece. It’s also important to know the market value.

I certainly do recommend reproduction pieces especially when clients are looking for more than one-of-a-kind pieces. What often happens in the hospitality market is that they need many arm chairs of the same model and that is an impossible to find in the antique market.

I always use a specialized furniture carpenter to restore my pieces if they are not in tip – top condition. It’s important that the restoration work is done the traditional way sympathetic to the past.

Q: Finally, what should clients who wish to participate on the hardcore antiquing tours be prepared for?

A: At The Antiques Diva® & Co we’re known for giving clients access to the best little black book of antiquing address on the continent – in Sweden as well as all over Europe. On my tours I really try to educate my clients. All our tours are private and customized – and thus, when a client books a tour we inquire what they’re looking for and then we plan a route that gets them to down the back roads to the places they need to know about. On tour we translate, negotiate and then we liaise with a shipper to help get the goods home sweet home across the pond. While you can book at 1 day tour – real dealers want to delve deep into the countryside – and our trade tours can run 3 or 4 days of hard core antiquing.

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5 Ways To Add Life Into Worn-Out Furniture

Furniture ages just like everything else…and like with most other things, you don’t notice the small changes that happen to your furniture until one day, a few years (or maybe even a decade or more) down the line, you stop and say, “When did my furniture develop this natural patina?”

Obviously you love your furniture — you wouldn’t have kept it for so long if you didn’t — but loving your furniture doesn’t mean you can’t update it or dress it up a little. What’s more, you can make your updates and do your dressing up for very little cost (which should be a relief since it’s doubtful you’ve got a Steve Wynn-sized bank account to fund these projects).

Here are a few cost-effective ways to do just that.

1. Put on New Hardware

Consider adding a little bit of bling to that old chest that you want to fall back in love with. Putting on new hardware is a great way to dress up old cabinetry and furniture. For example, maybe instead of having handles on the dresser drawers, you can put pulls on instead. New hardware can completely change (and update) the look of a piece and costs way less than buying a whole new item.

2. Refinish It

That chest sitting in the back of the garage may look nice in it’s all natural elements. Consider sanding off the old layers of varnish and finish. Maybe this time you can choose a different paint color, or maybe you’ll leave it all-natural.

Refinishing vintage furniture helps get rid of layers of gunk and grime. It can also remove dings and scratches that might have dampened the appearance of the piece. While it won’t often make the piece look brand new, it can help it look re-energized.

3. Paint

As someone who is undoubtedly into the purity of his or her furniture, the idea of painting over the current finish, stain, or varnish probably turns your stomach. Before you hurl, though, know that light paint colors are very “in” right now (and has been for a while). You don’t have to paint the furniture a garish color if you don’t want to. In fact, one of the best things you can do is paint it white. A coat of white paint helps it keep its integrity while also updating its look.

4. Reupholster It

The simple fact of the matter is that over time, fabric (in spite of your good intentions and good care) starts to rot. Cushions (even with minimal pressure) lose their strength. Reupholstering the seat, sofa, or stool helps maintain its beauty and structural integrity. You can even find antique-looking fabrics fairly cheaply online. Even better — upholstery is something you can easily do yourself, which saves you even more money!

Whatever you choose to do, know this: Updating is not the same as replacing. You can keep the same furniture for decades if you treat it well and give it a facelift now and then!

18th century Swedish painted Rococo chest of drawers. Mid 18th century.
Custom paint finish. A Tyner Antiques $9,750

Swedish Rococo Grey Painted Commode -19th Centuty Grey Painted Rococo Commode,Three Drawers Cote Jardin Antiques $8,900

Swedish Chest With Desk- Circa 1790 Swedish Two Door Chest with Drop Down Desk, Original Paint, Original Hardware A Tyner Antiques $4,870

Swedish Chest of Drawers, Dated 1737 Sweden. The chest features all original paint and hardware, three drawers, cabriole legs on squared feet. Provenance on top drawer dates piece to 1737. Susanne Hollis $13,200

White Painted Swedish Furniture

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18th Century Swedish Giltwood Cartel Clock with Lyre,

Wheat Sheaves, and Classical Drapery. One of a kind clock

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Book- The Swedish Room By Lars Sjöberg, Ursula Sjöberg, Ingalill Snitt

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A blue painted, Rococo Period Chest of Drawers with a faux marble
top and elegant curved drawer front. Later paint surface and drawer pulls..
Sweden, circa 1750.

A pair of Rococo Style Armchairs in Blue paint with elegant carvings and details.
Circa 1860, Sweden
Lindome chair makers, Sweden. $17,000
A Pair of Swedish, late 19th century, Arm Chairs. Painted white and upholstered
in a late 19th century blue and grey French toile. Carved details on the crown
and apron. Reeded armrests and legs. $4600
A matched set of six Swedish Rococo dining chairs. A matched set of six Swedish Rococo period dining chairs circa 1770, in original paint with a nice patina Price $15K
Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1820
A, Mid 19th century, Trumeau Mirror 1850.
Swedish Baroque chest of drawers, circa 1800,
Original hardware, no repairs.
Large horse, circa 1820, with wooden frame

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