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Antique Swedish Furniture

February 20, 2012, 12:38 pm
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18th century French Louis XVI Console with White Marble Top

19th century Swedish Grey Four-Legged Table, circa 1850

French Antique Louis  XVI Carved Wood Trumeau Mirror with garden and musical attributes, circa 1760

18th Century French Coal Burner

Jane Moore, is the successful woman behind the shop Jane Moore, Ltd. which specializes in Swedish and French antiques.   You may recall the extravagant Swedish home that was featured in Ma (Read More.....)

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Blue Painted Mora Clocks

February 20, 2012, 12:47 pm
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Unusual floor clock from Norway. Crafted in the Swedish Mora tradition, this
floor clock is signed by clockmaker Sven Nilsson and proclaims "Bjerke" as the
area of origin. This "Bjerke" is known as a large estate in Norway.

Swedish Tall Clock from Mora, circa 1820, with elegant rococo case surmounted by a carved urn. Hand-painted and signed dial. Original clockworks, newly cleaned and adjusted. $11,500 Cupboards and Roses
Mora, Sweden., Circa 1790 A Gustavian Period, Tall Case Mora Clock in original surface with elegant carved details on the crown piece.
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Swedish Gustavian Reproduction Furniture

February 22, 2012, 5:37 pm
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Gustavian Pedestal- Neoclassical Decorating From Gift & Home Today

Eighteenth century Neoclassical style had made its way into Swedish style when King Gustav III of Sweden corresponded with Marie Antoinette about his decorating projects.  Scandinavia responded to the French style with even more elegance and sophistication.  While Sweden wouldn't be able to duplicate the vast wealth of the French, The Swedes made it better with less to work with.

Swedish decorating is based around wood.  In order to get the look, consider basing your entire interior around wood.  Painted wood furniture, dist (Read More.....)

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Beautiful Nordic Style Decorating Ideas

April 9, 2012, 12:06 pm
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Sasha Waddell is known for her Swedish–inspired interiors for almost two decades. 20 years ago, Waddell was the leading pioneer of the Scandinavian look which is still a favorite interor design style today. The beauty of the white-on-white palette, remains to be one of the most understated, simple, natural and elegant looks in interior design. With an emphasis on painted floorboards, gray and white tones, painted furniture, elegant stenciling, and interiors bathed in pastels; Swedish decorating is here to stay.

Her work has been featured in most interior magazines and Sasha has appeared frequently on television and radio. She has also lectured on her interior design style and taught at various art schools, King's College, Cambridge and at the Victoria (Read More.....)

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3 Things You Should Know About Gustavian Style

April 15, 2012, 8:42 am
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3 Things You Should Know About Gustavian Style

The most famous form of vintage Swedish furniture is that of the Gustavian style. It was named after Gustav III, who was the King of Sweden from 1771 until he was assassinated in 1792. The style of Gustavian furniture began a decade before his reign but reached its peak whilst Gustav was King. He has been given credit for expanding the Gustavian style and spreading it throughout his country, eager to share his knowledge of foreign styles.

1. Influences

During the 17th and 18th centuries, styles were taken from various European countries including France, England and Italy, by the Swedish aristocracy. It (Read More.....)

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Outstanding Painted Swedish Gustavian Stools And Benches

April 27, 2012, 3:09 pm
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Foot stools are very common in Gustavian styled interiors.  Most every decorative craft was fashioned out of wood in Sweden in the 18th century, and footstools were just one of the most functional, yet decorative pieces of furniture in the home.  Fauteuil chairs were very common during this time, yet an additional footstool was needed for relaxing and lounging after a hard days work.

Gustavian styled stools were commonly painted white, or gray and can be seen distressed today.  Carved fluted legs or tapered legs are commonly seen in Gustavian styled furniture.  Footstools can also be upholstered to match your existing interior. Consider classic check patterns, plain and elegant linen, or stripes for upholstery.  Florals are also seen in Gustavian styled rooms.

Benches were often seen in the bedroom, and living room.  Footstools are quite ve (Read More.....)

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An Amazing Design Secret That Professional Designers Use All The Time

May 7, 2012, 8:11 pm
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Watch Jeffree Turney of Lone Ranger Antiques on Martha Stewart

Jeffree Turney from Lone Ranger is one biggest dealers who specialize in Gustavian antiques, and also happened to be on Martha Stewart and revealed some of his  refinishing secrets.  He recommends afte (Read More.....)

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A Museum Recreates The Look Of Century Old Swedish Interiors With Historic Costumes

May 24, 2012, 11:34 am
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Skansen: Traditional Swedish Style - New And Used Options from $42

Founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius, Skansen was the first open-air museum in the world; its aim to show how people lived and worked in the past in the different regions of Sweden. Hazelius was a teacher and researcher in Nordic languages who felt that traditional ways of life were disappearing with the onset of industrialization.

He started to collect an extensive collection of objects, which he put together in the form of tableau-type interiors, in a building in Drottningattan in the middle of Stockholm. Gradually, however, he wanted to show whole houses, furnished with tradit (Read More.....)

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Scandinavian Reproduction Furniture Suppliers

September 20, 2012, 3:33 pm
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D.Lars Son Interior & Antikkandel is based in Helsingborg, Sweden. D.LAR5SON deals in antique Swedish furniture ranging from 18th to late 19th century. They specialize in high quality period painted Gustavian furniture and Swedish country decor. Working with great international shipping companies, it is now possible to feel confident shopping from around the world as they offer very competitive fright solutions to the USA and the rest of the world.

D.Lars Son Interior & Antikkandel also offers the E.A. ROOS chair collection. Each piece is hand crafted with the guarantee of the best craftsmanship in the country. All the chairs are manufactured in Scandinavia by craftsmen who continue to preserve the tradition of Scandinavian furniture making. Each piece is individually made, using old fashioned techniques. You can now buy a great looking chair that (Read More.....)

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How To Bring The Swedish Decorating Style Into Your Home Part 3

January 2, 2013, 4:04 pm
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Picture Credit Habitania Work Rooms

As we discussed in Part 2, Accent furniture, such as Gustavian chairs, smaller tables, drop leaf tables, stools, and benches can be brought into the home, and used instead of the larger scaled furniture that we are used to today to achieve that Swedish Gustavian look.

Another element that draws people to the historical Swedish look is the painted furniture.  There is an art to getting the rich patina that is seen on tru (Read More.....)

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How To Decorate A Child’s Room In The Swedish Style

March 14, 2013, 3:42 pm
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Kids Photography by Nina Say Cheese

Children dream in vivid color, and anything is possible to them, so why not create a room fit just for their personalities?  When it comes to decorating your child's room, you simply cannot go wrong, because almost anything is pleasing to them.  Even if you try to create something special, they are overjoyed at your choices!  Children love rooms where they can express themsel (Read More.....)

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Swedish Furniture Auctions -Uppsala Auktionskammare

April 9, 2013, 9:27 pm
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  Rococo Period Clock- The Dial Is Marked Stockholm.

Uppsala Auktionskammare is known to present some of the finest collections of antique furniture. Uppsala Auktionskammare has been known to feature exquisite collections of silver, furniture, and art from Swedish private homes at their auctions. In the spring of 2008, Sweden's most expensive furniture ever was sold at Uppsala Auktionskammare, a unique bureau by Nils Dahlin for 18 million.

They carry a beautiful selection of European art; everything from the Renaissance until the late 19th century.  They are known to collect an array of antiques from mirrors, table clocks, chandeliers, table lamps, candlesticks,bronzes, figurines, and much more.

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The Best 5 Websites For Purchasing Antique Hardware

April 26, 2013, 2:44 pm
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Rococo & Empire Pulls- House Of Antique Hardware

Most do-it-yourselfers know that adding new hardware to new or existing furniture or cabinetry is a great way to dress it up. These seemingly small touches make a huge impact on the overall appearance of a piece.

You can create the look you want. Hardware pieces are available in a variety of finishes, designs, and styles. You can walk into any local hardware store and find shiny chrome and brass knobs and handles as well as modern sleek knobs that have clean simple lines.

The only time there seems to be real problems finding the right hardware and accessories is if you want antique hardware. However, the Internet has made it easier to find what you are looking for; this article offers a list of the top five online resources for antique har (Read More.....)

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Dream Buying Tours In Sweden- Shop With A Swedish Antique Dealer For A Day

May 29, 2013, 4:05 pm
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How would you like to shop for antiques with one of the top Swedish antique dealers?  The Antiques Diva® & Co is now offering Scandinavian Tours which allow exclusive opportunities to buy Swedish antiques at wholesale prices alongside a professional furniture antique dealer.  Get the opportunity to shop where the dealers shop, and see some of the off road shops and warehouses that most tourists wouldn't know about.

Daniel Larsson -owner of D. LARSSON Interiör & Antikhandel (A Swedish antique store based in Helsingborg) is the guide for the Swedish tours.  He shares with you insider tips and tricks of the trade. Feel confident purchasing antiques with a dealer at your side.  He will share the history behind certain pieces, and explain the regional differences in Swedish antiques.  You will hav (Read More.....)

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Go Bold With Red- Part 1 Grand Sophisticated Interiors

May 30, 2013, 6:30 pm
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French Commode Lacquered Red From Live Auctioneers

The color red is grand, and is a color everyone considers for their home at one time or another. The color red is a symbol of privilege and wealth. Official seals often use the red, as a gesture of confidence and authority. Red can make a statement in your home in a very powerful way, although it can be hard to execute. We show you 5 ways to pull off this color with success.

5 Ways Of Using Red In Your Home

1. Use Red In The Kitchen Or Entry Way

Red is the color of passion and has been known to stimulate blood pressure and heart rate. Red a (Read More.....)

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30 Spectacular Picks From Frantz Hemeleers Antiques

June 7, 2013, 2:04 pm
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Louis XV Limed Oak Chest

In 1975, Frantz Hemeleers opened a small shop in Etterbeek (Brussels), and over time, it has been known as the place to get quality antiques.  Gradually over time, the business acquired more substantial antiques of higher quality, such as polished wood, and marquetry. Today the company features antiques which have been brought in from France, England, Spain, and Sweden.  They are known to carry stock consisting of furniture and objects from French, English, Swedish and Belgian from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th century.

To ensure the best quality antiques for your home, their furniture passes through the hands of the carpenter before being offered to customers.  Besides a wide selection of furniture such as desks, bookcases, tab (Read More.....)

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Custom Reproduction Gustavian Furniture

June 11, 2013, 9:48 pm
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Garbo Interiors was founded by Anneli Ullman and Barbro Sahlin. After training in design and decor, both in Sweden and abroad, the two decided to start the furniture shop Carin and Carl in central Stockholm in 2002.  New opportunities opened up in 2007, where a large hotel in Stockholm needed redecorating, which resulted in Carin and Carl's closing.

Since then, the concept of Carin, and Carl has grown, with greater perspective and new ideas, and is now - Garbo Brahegatan 21. At Garbo, you will find Swedish-made custom reproductions of Gustavian furniture.  They carry genuine antiques, vintage furniture and accessories.

Garbo can help you choose colors, textiles, furniture and accessories. L (Read More.....)

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The Gentle Palette of Swedish Antiques

June 12, 2013, 9:22 am
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Guest Post By Corey Amaro, Tongue In Cheek Blog

Crystal chandeliers sparkle like stars above A. Tyner's Swedish antiques booth in Marburger.

The Antique fair in Roundtop, Texas is a sight to behold even if you don't like antiques. The amount of foreign antiques, museum like quality, history that you can touch, feel and soak in is literally mind boggling. The dealers are knowledgeable, passionate about their business and share their wealth of history freely.

Most of the items I cannot afford. But that does not stop me from going in, asking a million and one questions. Antique dealers love to talk shop... how lucky I am to gain from their wealth of experience and to stand amongst such beauty. What amazing craftsman and women walked before us, leaving such elements of a life once lived with grace and e (Read More.....)

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Empire Furniture From The Karl Johan Period

June 18, 2013, 8:06 am
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Drop leaf table made in Stockholm, Sweden. Details according to the periods highest fashion such as lion feet and lions head. The drawers keyhole is elegantly hidden behind the gilded lions head.

Authored By Liza Laserow

1810 the french officer Jean Babtiste Bernadotte came to southern Sweden accompanied by one of Napoleons marshals Monsieur Bernadotte , the man who was going to become King Karl XIV Johan. It was at this time the French Empire style came to Sweden. Napoleons architects: Charles Percier and Pierre Fontaine developed the style in France during the late 1790. They took Neoclassicism and gave it heavier look. Inspired by the roman empires strong (Read More.....)

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Swedish Plaster Medallions

July 15, 2013, 7:11 pm
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Classic Swedish Interiors By Lars Sjoberg

Everyone has their favorite interiors, and one of mine happens to be Ekensberg, a home owned by Lars Sjoberg also featured on the cover of the book Paint And Paper In Decoration . Ekensberg, completed in 1790 is a three-story neo-classical building located on [...]

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