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Swedish Dug Out Chair
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Swedish Dug Out Chair

19th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Unusual 19th century Swedish pine dug out chair with a lift up lid to reveal storage. 1880.

Seat height: 17-inches (43cm)

Code: 9104

Dimensions:

H: 35.5" (90.2 cm)

Di: 25" (63.5 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Dugout Log Armchair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1169372
Dealers Internal Reference
9104
Description
Unusual 19th century Swedish pine dug out chair with a lift up lid to reveal storage. 1880.

Seat height: 17-inches (43cm)

Code: 9104

Dimensions:

H: 35.5" (90.2 cm)

Di: 25" (63.5 cm)

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Dugout Log Armchair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1169372
Dealers Internal Ref
9104
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A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat.
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Archive I A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat.

Swedish Dug Out Chair

Archive II A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat. View II
Archive III A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat. View III
Archive IV A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat. View IV
Archive V A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat. View V
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Arcadia Antiques

Arcadia Antiques
Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
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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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Arcadia Antiques
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
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A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat.
Swedish Dug Out Chair
Ref: SA1169372
A Swedish dugout armchair carved from a single hollowed-out wooden tree trunk showing natural grain, knots, and a rounded seat.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleScandinavian Country
  • MaterialPine, Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHollowed log body, Curved tub backrest, Natural timber grain and knots
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 64 cm (25 in)

This unusual nineteenth century Swedish pine dug out chair dates from 1880 in the Scandinavian Country style. The piece possesses a warm brown timber finish displaying natural wood grain, knots, and a distinctive hollowed log body forming the main trunk base and a curved tub backrest with integrated armrests. The visible surface shows signs of age with worn edges along the lower base, a smooth circular seat, and a side knot formation protruding from the solid wooden construction. Measuring 90 cm high, 64 cm wide, and 64 cm deep, it provides a solid seating option with a lift up lid revealing hidden storage beneath the seat. In a contemporary home, this rustic farmhouse armchair works well as a statement seat in a hallway, boot room, or rustic living space. The functional storage compartment holds small household items while the compact footprint suits smaller corners or reading nooks. The natural wooden construction integrates effortlessly with traditional and modern country interiors alike, bringing organic texture and historical character to everyday living spaces.

FAQs

A dugout chair, historically known as a kubbestol in Scandinavian folk traditions, is a primitive seat formed by hollowing out a single solid tree trunk section.

These chairs were crafted from solid timber logs, predominantly pine or birch, using hand tools such as adzes and chisels to hollow out the interior and shape the backrest.

Authentic examples feature visible hand-carving marks, natural timber shrinkage, organic knotting, and a aged surface patina from historical wax or oil applications.

This type of seating serves as a sculptural accent piece in minimalist, rustic farmhouse, or organic modern spaces, providing textual contrast against clean architecture.

Position the piece away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent timber split expansion, dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying natural beeswax polish occasionally.
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