A classic Gustavian longcase clock from around 1800, reflecting the clean geometry and quiet refinement influenced by Swedish Neoclassicism. The silhouette is architectural: crisp lines, a squared shoulder, and a restrained, almost monastic sense of symmetry. The painted surface displays the soft matte quality typical of period Swedish finishes—muted, chalky, and worn in all the right places. Gustavian pieces are prized because they bridge decorative worlds: elegant yet subdued, formal yet approachable. This clock works seamlessly with contemporary, Scandinavian, Belgian, or traditional interiors due to its disciplined proportions and calming tonal palette. The face is original, retaining its numerals and brass detailing, and the case stands at an ideal height for hallways, sitting rooms, and curated gallery-style environments. This is not a statement piece through ornamentation but through proportion, authenticity, and quiet gravitas—exactly what serious buyers expect from early-19th-century Swedish design.
This item is an authentic antique. Due to its age and historical use, signs of wear, surface variation, repairs, and imperfections are to be expected. These characteristics are inherent to antique pieces and contribute to their unique character and authenticity.Upholstery may show wear, subtle fading, texture variation, or irregularities consistent with age and use.Please review all photographs carefully for condition details and contact us prior to purchase with any questions.
Place of Origin: Sweden
Period: 19th Century
Dimensions: 19.75"W x 9"D x 81.5"H
Inventory Number: AB422
Location: JAA
SOLD
Price: $ 3950