A pair of period Gustavian klismos chairs, Swedish, circa 1800, scraped to their original paint and newly covered in linen. The klismos, antiquity's most elegant chair form with its saber legs and swept back, found perhaps its most graceful modern expression in Gustavian Sweden, and period pairs are keenly sought. These chairs unite that celebrated silhouette with the most desirable of surfaces: the original paint, recovered by painstakingly removing later layers, showing the chalky, softened color of true 18th century-technique finishes. Fresh linen seats make them immediately usable, as dining end chairs, at a writing table, or flanking a console. An exceptional pairing of form and surface, with wear consistent with age.
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: 20.1”W x 19.7”D x 32.3”H Seat: 17.7”H
Inventory Number: AC530
Location: NCT
Price: $ 4500