19th Century Swedish Writing Bureau with Dragged Paint

$4,200.00

Classic Swedish provincial form with a beautifully timeworn presence. This slant-top bureau retains its dry-scraped white paint across the front, revealing soft undertones of earlier layers beneath. The sides feature hand-dragged blue paint — a subtle decorative detail that adds depth and quiet movement to the piece.

The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted interior of small drawers, open cubbies, and a central arched door, all in warm, natural pine. The contrast between the painted exterior and untouched interior wood gives the bureau an honest, storied character.

Raised on simple block feet, the form is restrained and architectural — equally suited to a study, bedroom, or living space.

  • Found in Sweden, circa 1820 - 1850

  • Handcrafted from solid pine

  • Dry-scraped painted finish with visible wear, chipping, and age-related loss

  • Hand-dragged blue paint detail on sides with areas of thinning and variation

  • Fall-front opens and functions properly

  • Interior drawers and cubbies show expected wear from use

  • All drawers run smoothly

  • Surface scratches, marks, and patina consistent with age

  • Old hardware present; wear and oxidation visible

  • Structurally sound and sturdy

  • Measures approximately 37.625” W x 16.625” D x 37.875” H; writing surface 27.875” H

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Classic Swedish provincial form with a beautifully timeworn presence. This slant-top bureau retains its dry-scraped white paint across the front, revealing soft undertones of earlier layers beneath. The sides feature hand-dragged blue paint — a subtle decorative detail that adds depth and quiet movement to the piece.

The fall-front opens to reveal a fitted interior of small drawers, open cubbies, and a central arched door, all in warm, natural pine. The contrast between the painted exterior and untouched interior wood gives the bureau an honest, storied character.

Raised on simple block feet, the form is restrained and architectural — equally suited to a study, bedroom, or living space.

  • Found in Sweden, circa 1820 - 1850

  • Handcrafted from solid pine

  • Dry-scraped painted finish with visible wear, chipping, and age-related loss

  • Hand-dragged blue paint detail on sides with areas of thinning and variation

  • Fall-front opens and functions properly

  • Interior drawers and cubbies show expected wear from use

  • All drawers run smoothly

  • Surface scratches, marks, and patina consistent with age

  • Old hardware present; wear and oxidation visible

  • Structurally sound and sturdy

  • Measures approximately 37.625” W x 16.625” D x 37.875” H; writing surface 27.875” H

Available for pick up, local delivery, and nationwide shipping.

This item requires either freight shipping or white-glove delivery service.
Request a shipping quote here.

Need help with an item? Email Us

Request a trade discount here.