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Description

18th century Swedish painted linen cupboard with a shelved interior. 1780.

Shelf depth is 30cm.

Code: 8653

Dimensions:

W: 49.5" (125.7 cm)

H: 80.5" (204.5 cm)

D: 17" (43.2 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Painted Linen Cupboard to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

205cm (80.71")

Width

126cm (49.61")

Depth

43cm (16.93")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1111547

Dealers Internal Reference

8653

Description

18th century Swedish painted linen cupboard with a shelved interior. 1780.

Shelf depth is 30cm.

Code: 8653

Dimensions:

W: 49.5" (125.7 cm)

H: 80.5" (204.5 cm)

D: 17" (43.2 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Painted Linen Cupboard to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

205cm (80.71")

Width

126cm (49.61")

Depth

43cm (16.93")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1111547

Dealers Internal Ref

8653

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Arcadia Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

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Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

Location

Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

Verified Since Jun 2009

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectCupboards
Period18th century
StyleGustavian
MaterialPine, Iron
ColourOff-White
MotifsArched top, Raised panels, Bun feet, Base drawers
SizeH 205 cm (81 in) x W 126 cm (50 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Swedish painted cupboards emerged strongly during the Gustavian and 19th-century periods, inspired by French neoclassical styles but adapted by local craftsmen using lighter colour palettes to brighten dark Nordic homes.

These pieces are typically constructed from softwoods such as pine or deal, featuring hand-planed panels, pegged joints, and multiple layers of traditional milk paint or linseed oil paint.

Authenticity is identified by hand-cut joinery, old forged iron hardware, layered paint patination with natural wear, and historical tool marks rather than modern machine fabrication.

Such pieces function as focal storage units in neutral-toned bedrooms or hallways, contrasting effectively against contemporary minimalist architecture or complementing rustic interior schemes.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to protect the painted surface, and dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth without using harsh chemical cleaners.