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Suite of Furniture by John Tesch. Swedish 1897.
Deja Vu St Leonards
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Suite of Furniture by John Tesch. Swedish 1897.

19th century
Description

An impressive carved and painted suite of furniture by John Tesch.

Made in 1897. signed and dated on the inside seat rail of the stool.

Retains the original painted and gilt finish together with the original red velvet upholstery.

SIZE.

Sofa. H 110cm. W. 140. D. 51.

Table. 77. 101. 69.

Stool. 48. 50. 40.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Deja Vu St Leonards has dated this Swedish Painted Furniture Suite to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA827265
Dealers Internal Reference
93
Dealers Notes

53 Norman Road

St Leonards on sea

East Sussex

TN38 0EG

Mobile: 07736 566330

International calls: 0044 7736 566330

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Description
An impressive carved and painted suite of furniture by John Tesch.

Made in 1897. signed and dated on the inside seat rail of the stool.

Retains the original painted and gilt finish together with the original red velvet upholstery.

SIZE.

Sofa. H 110cm. W. 140. D. 51.

Table. 77. 101. 69.

Stool. 48. 50. 40.

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Deja Vu St Leonards has dated this Swedish Painted Furniture Suite to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA827265
Dealers Internal Ref
93
Deja Vu St Leonards
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2019
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A three-piece Swedish furniture suite featuring a dark green and gilded bench, table, and footstool upholstered in red velvet.
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Archive I A three-piece Swedish furniture suite featuring a dark green and gilded bench, table, and footstool upholstered in red velvet.

Suite of Furniture by John Tesch. Swedish 1897.

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A three-piece Swedish furniture suite featuring a dark green and gilded bench, table, and footstool upholstered in red velvet.
Suite of Furniture by John Tesch. Swedish 1897.
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A three-piece Swedish furniture suite featuring a dark green and gilded bench, table, and footstool upholstered in red velvet.
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Late nineteenth-century Swedish furniture often combined traditional Scandinavian painted techniques with revivalist forms. Suites typically included a central bench or settee accompanied by matching stools and side tables designed for formal reception rooms.

Craftsmen predominantly utilised native softwoods such as pine or birch, which were shaped, carved, and coated with hand-mixed paints. Decorative highlights were achieved using leaf gilding, gesso detailing, and traditional fabric upholstery such as wool or velvet.

Authentic pieces exhibit evidence of hand-carved joinery, age-appropriate surface wear to the paintwork, and layered paint applications. Markings or signatures from recognised cabinetmakers and regional workshops also assist in verifying period origin.

A complete suite provides a structural focal point in an entryway or living room, or individual pieces can be deployed across separate rooms to create visual continuity. Pairing strong historic paint finishes with neutral contemporary backdrop walls highlights the carved silhouettes.

Maintain stable humidity and temperature levels to prevent wood movement and paint flaking. Dust gently using a dry, soft brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners or water on gilded areas.
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