Worn and weathered through the elements, the seat of this teak root bench is one solid piece of wood, with the left end curving downward creating the leg. Seat H: 17.75"

This elegant Swedish Gustavian sofa or settee has graceful decorative arms curving outward. Newer, professionally applied antique soft gray painted finish, gently distressed. Seat Height: 18.25"  

Antique hand painted narrow bench with divided seats and storage; 6.5' long. Two bench seats open to reveal interior storage. Seat Height: 23.5"

Original hand painted folk art pine bench displays traditional brown faux wood background and floral motif. Solid back, slightly curved armrests and hinged bench seat revealing interior (divided) storage. Seat Height: 20.25" 

This lovely bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with turned finials and feet, slat back and egg and dart carving. Seat height 18" 

Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship is revealed in this bench with turned finials & feet adding to the timeless appeal. The newly applied white painted finish has been gently distressed, revealing the pine while adding to the aged grace of the bench.

Original hand painted folk art pine bench displays stylized brown faux wood background and colorful floral motif. The traditional hinged bench seat revealing interior storage. Restored & waxed, this 6.5' long bench is ready to use and enjoy.

This lovely 6' long bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with it's fluted carved skirt and back all resting on turned fluted legs. Restored, later professionally painted in layered shades of antique white and lightly distressed.

The organic appeal of this teak root bench draws one to it in fascination. Worn and weathered through the elements, the seat and back are all one solid piece of wood which is naturally gnarled and twisted.

The years of use deepened the warm patina of the pine in this delightful small scale bench. This size is unusual & difficult to find, making it a special addition to one's home. Originally, this would have opened to make a spare child's bed.

Original hand painted pine bench with brick red/brown faux wood background & simple blue folk art motif along the front and back panels. The bench seat opens to reveal interior storage. Bottom section can be pulled forward as well.

Original hand painted folk art pine bench with traditional brown faux wood background and colorful floral motif. Back has 3 decorative spindles, slightly curved armrests and hinged bench seat revealing interior storage. Seat Height: 20.75" 

Original hand painted folk art pine bench displays traditional brown faux wood background and colorful floral motif. Back has 3 decorative spindles, slightly curved armrests and hinged bench seat revealing interior storage. Seat Height: 20.75"

Original hand painted folk art pine bench displays traditional brown faux wood background and floral motif. Solid back, slightly curved armrests and hinged bench seat revealing interior (divided) storage.  Seat Height: 20.25" 

This original hand painted Swedish pine bench displays a brick red/brown faux wood background and simple folk art motif along the front panel and back. The bench seat opens/is removeable to reveal interior storage. Seat Height: 18.5" 

Rustic plank top bench with splay peg legs just over 6' long. The top reveals generations of use which add character to the narrow bench. Restored and waxed, this bench is strong, stable and ready for use. 

The distinctive Norwegian carving along this high back bench and pair of armchairs is made more dramatic with the colorful painted details and dragon heads at the end of each arm.

This unique teak root bench is so large, with the addition of a cushion it may serve as a type of bed for reading, napping & enjoying your outdoor space.Worn & weathered through the elements, the seat is one solid piece of wood.

Worn & weathered through the elements, the seat of this teak root bench is one solid piece of wood, with a carved Iguana on the slightly raised right end. While it serves well as an outdoor bench, it is also an organic sculpture of nature.

Worn and weathered through the elements, the seat of this teak root bench is one solid piece of wood, with the left end curving downward creating the leg.
Seat H: 13"

Rustic plank top bench with splay peg legs at 6.5' long. The top reveals generations of use with cracks, nicks, stains and uneven ends which add a raw, organic feel to the narrow bench. 

Original hand painted bench; hinged seat opens to reveal interior storage. Bottom section can be pulled forward as well. Restored, cleaned and waxed, this bench is ready to use and enjoy. Dated 1817.

This beautiful rococo sofa is a special find, reflecting graceful country living in Sweden during the early 1800's. Note the soft, dove gray paint gently distressed over generations of use. The delicate carving & cabriolet feet add a romantic touch to this deep seated bench.

Painted white with gold accents, this antique Gustavian bench has a removeable cushion seat and open back. Architectural elements such as turned spindles create the sides and carved panels along the front add to the visual intrigue of this captivating bench.

The gentle curves seen throughout this settee bench are reflective of Sweden's love of Rococo styling. Curved backs, cabriolet legs, wavy stretcher and carved details all combine for a romantic look to this chair back settee.

The appeal of this rustic bench at just under 4' long comes from the thick hard wood top that originally served as a work table, resting on strong squared peg legs. Bench top depth: 14.25"
Leg depth: 17" max (varies slightly).

Handsome mahogany high back sofa and carved decorative accents. The dramatic high back is upholstered in dark brown vintage leather. Classic tufted style with deep padding and self covered buttons with nail head trim.

Antique birch bench sofa in the classic Karl Johan style with upholstered seat and beautifully curved sides and applied carving on the back and arms. The stunning birch comes alive in this elegant sofa from Sweden. 

 

This stunning mahogany sofa still maintains the beautiful, hand-carved floral inlay that sets it apart from other antique settees. The carved floral and leaf motifs are delicate, adding a romantic touch to this elegant sofa, while the accent at the feet add a dramatic flair. 

The Biedermeier period was famous for the creation of dramatic sofas, such as this original settee seen here. The large, arched back is complimented by the impressive arms, which visually seem to spiral outward from the carved, floral medallion into the applied carving of leaves.

Stately and substancial, this birch sofa originated from northern Germany or Denmark  when the Biedermeier period dominated the interior design fashion of the era, and remains a classic style today. This sofa boasts large, scrolled arms which create the dramatic sides of the bench.

Enhanced with flame birch veneers that make the wood come alive, this Swedish sofa features fine inlay, arms exceptionally carved creating a ram's head cornucopia, and removeable baluster pillow cushion.

 

The simple classic lines and black columns add a refined touch to this handsome set of Biedermeier period loveseat, two arm chairs, coffee table and accent stool. The seats may easily be re-upholstered with modern fabric.

The baroque styling is revealed in the high relief carving of these cathedral chairs. The tall back and sides allowed for privacy, while in this example the two seats are joined together almost as a bench, likely for two affluent family members to share.

 

Italian oak bench with upholstered seat, carved with remarkable details in relief. The back rest is embellished with a number of carved motifs from ribbons, flowers and masks to pairs of human figures.  The rich, caramel colored oak shows through the black finish adding to the deep patina. 

Antique storage bench from Sweden, circa 1840-1860, with white paint. The padded seat lifts off and the base pulls out to expand the space inside. Originally this was used to store a mattress and used as an extra bed.