Swedish drop-leaf desk, antique – Scandinavian folk furniture – year 1783

Swedish drop-leaf desk, painted antique or Scandinavian folk desk, made of solid wood and dated 1783, from Sweden. This type of desk was part of the domestic interiors of rural Sweden in the 18th century, where furniture combined functionality and symbolic value. Painted furniture with dates and motifs was characteristic of folk tradition. The drop-leaf reveals a compartmentalised interior with small drawers and niches for organisation. The hand-painted decoration, dated 1783, gives the piece a primitive and authentic character. The wood features a beautiful texture and remarkable patina, with wear, paint loss, and signs of time accumulated over more than two centuries. It fits perfectly into wabi-sabi, rustic, and country house interiors. Today, it can be used as a drop-leaf desk, a statement piece in bohemian or minimalist spaces, or as a sculptural element in contemporary projects. Details. Dimensions: Width: 113 cm Depth: 53 cm Height: 118 cm. Style: Scandinavian folk. Materials and techniques: Scandinavian pine wood (Scots pine); assembled structure, original hand-painted decoration. Place of origin: Sweden. Period: Late 18th century. Date of manufacture: 1783. Condition / Observations: Good condition with original patina, significant wear, paint loss, and signs of time. This piece has been carefully selected as part of the Amaru Antiques collection, Barcelona. Add a touch of originality to your interior with this unique piece, which blends into contemporary style while bringing personality to your space. This antique Swedish desk can be combined with any of our TV furniture or with our available antique linen cushions. UNIQUE PIECE.