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18th Century Swedish Painted Linen Cupboard

18th century
Sold 14 February 2025 · Arcadia Antiques
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Description

18th century Swedish painted linen cupboard with two drawers. Good old paint finish. 1790.

Internal depth is 13.5" (34cm).

Code: 8705

Dimensions:

W: 47" (119.4 cm)

H: 76.5" (194.3 cm)

D: 18" (45.7 cm)

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
194cm (76.38")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1114862
Dealers Internal Reference
8705
Description
18th century Swedish painted linen cupboard with two drawers. Good old paint finish. 1790.

Internal depth is 13.5" (34cm).

Code: 8705

Dimensions:

W: 47" (119.4 cm)

H: 76.5" (194.3 cm)

D: 18" (45.7 cm)

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
194cm (76.38")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1114862
Dealers Internal Ref
8705
Arcadia Antiques
Arcadia Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century Swedish Painted Linen Cupboard

Archive II An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware. View XI
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Arcadia Antiques

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
Items For Sale 699
Items Sold 6,196
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
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An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware.
18th Century Swedish Painted Linen Cupboard
Ref: SA1114862
An 18th-century Swedish painted linen cupboard in black features a stepped cornice, double panelled doors, two base drawers, and brass hardware.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWardrobes and Armoires
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGustavian
  • MaterialPine, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsStepped cornice, Raised door panels, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 194 cm (76 in) x W 119 cm (47 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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Swedish painted furniture emerged during the 18th century, heavily influenced by French Rococo and Neoclassical styles introduced following visits to the court of Versailles by King Gustav III. Craftsmen adapted these royal aesthetics into lighter, functional pieces characterised by pale or monochromatic paintwork and restrained ornamentation suited to Nordic interiors.

These pieces were typically constructed from softwood timbers such as pine or deal, chosen for their availability and responsiveness to paint. Traditional joinery methods included pegged mortise and tenon frames, hand-planed panels, and forged iron or brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct construction markers such as hand-cut dovetails, tool marks from plane blades, and period wrought iron or brass fixings. Original painted surfaces show natural crackle, historical layers of pigment wear, and oxidation rather than artificial distressing.

A dark painted cupboard acts as a strong architectural anchor in a contemporary space. Pair it against neutral plastered walls to highlight its silhouette, or use it to ground a minimalist room by contrasting its historical texture with clean-lined modern seating and lighting.

Preserve antique painted finishes by keeping pieces away from direct sunlight and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent timber movement. Clean surfaces exclusively with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid chemical solvents, polishes, or abrasive cleaners that compromise historical paint layers.
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