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Description

Pair of 19th C painted Swedish stools with fluted tapered leg and floral decoration to the corners. 1890

These need to be recovered. I can remove the current fabric if needed.

Reference: 7526

Dimensions

20 inches (51 cms) Wide

16 inches (41 cms) Deep

18 inches (46 cms) High

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated these Swedish Gustavian Style Stools to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

51cm (20.08")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA920385

Dealers Internal Reference

7526

Description

Pair of 19th C painted Swedish stools with fluted tapered leg and floral decoration to the corners. 1890

These need to be recovered. I can remove the current fabric if needed.

Reference: 7526

Dimensions

20 inches (51 cms) Wide

16 inches (41 cms) Deep

18 inches (46 cms) High

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated these Swedish Gustavian Style Stools to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

51cm (20.08")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA920385

Dealers Internal Ref

7526

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Arcadia Antiques

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A pair of antique low stools featuring fluted tapered legs in a distressed off-white finish and dark blue velvet upholstered seats.

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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

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ObjectStools
Period19th century
StyleGustavian
MaterialWood, Velvet
ColourBlue and Off-White
MotifsFluted legs, Tapered legs, Upholstered seat, Nailhead trim
SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

Gustavian design is Swedens interpretation of French Rococo and Neoclassical styles, characterised by restraint, symmetry, light colour palettes, and refined classical motifs.

Authentic pieces were typically constructed from native hardwoods such as birch, beech, or pine, finished with gesso and traditional chalk paints, and upholstered in durable textiles.

Authentication involves examining the hand-carved detailing, traditional joinery methods, natural wear on the painted finishes, and the type of underlying webbing and stuffing used in upholstery.

These pieces function well as accent seating or vanity stools, providing a touch of classical elegance that contrasts effectively with modern minimalist furnishings.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to protect finishes and fabrics, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.