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A faux wood grain finish was a favorite traditional style in Sweden, as seen in the warm earth tones of this painted and paneled armoire. This one shows off its remarkable age, with the date of 1721 inside the top door.

The cheerful colors of this trunk evoke a sense of joy, creating an inviting coffee table  The delightful folk art paint is all original on this flat top trunk from Romania. The yellow, red and green, colors add a t

This striking trunk has a new life serving as a unique coffee table in today's modern home. Aside from the charming original paint, it is the areas that have been gently worn away from years of use that attract one to th

Perfect as a unique coffee table, this original painted trunk with red and green floral details is a great example of Romanian folk art from the mid 1800's. The flat top allows it to serve many functions in a modern home

Even more impressive in person, the elaborate and detailed hand-carving throughout this entire oak cabinet reminds one how gifted craftsmen and artistic talent were appreciated in the past. Simply examine one small secti

This expertly crafted cabinet reveal both a professional cabinet maker and painter were involved in creating what was likel a commissioned piece in the early 1900's. With hand painted family shields and monograms, t

Finding a matched pair of nightstands can be challenging, which makes this pair of Gustavian style chest of drawers an excellent find. Both have simple, clean lines and were painted later with soft gray paint and black t

Casual and comfortable, these Swedish armchairs have graceful curves which add an air relaxed refinement to the pair.  The sides are a woven rattan, with hand-carved decrative elements in the arms, feet an

This delightful landscape oil on canvas painting depicts two black and white cows in a bucolic setting, standing in a pond surrounded by lily pads. It is not surprise that the painter is known for his realistic landscape

One can sit and eat or write and ponder over this Baroque oak table with handsome baluster shaped legs. The solid, aged oak top barely reveals its 200 years of use, yet bursts with character that is only developed o

Fun and function abound in this free standing pine kitchen island with 15 drawers.  This delighful pine cabinet originally served as a grocer's shop counter or storage cabinet. Counters similar to this were use

The captivating colors and unique large size makes this icon a special find. The vibrant red of the saint's robe is a striking contrast to the soft green background. This icon is painted on boards, traditional for the st

This highly unusual gun rack is from the famous Black Forest region of Germany. Spectacular details include multipe antler "medallions" with a different animal carved in each. Real antlers make up the gun and coat rack i

Old doors are finding new life and purpose in modern homes today, and this one will make a great addition due to the wonderful deep panels and raised diamonds that add dimension to it. Unique to this door is the triangul

This side table with "X" stretcher or trestle base was a traditional style found throughout the european countryside during the 1800's. The original gray painted base is a wonderful contrast to the natural pine top, whic

This rustic, cooper made water bucket is made from tapered and beveled wood staves held together by iron hoops. A "cooper" was the craftperson who makes barrels or buckets. The hoops are driven down tight to hold th

This antique child's seesaw in the form of a rocking horse was made for two to play and constructed out of pine. Also referred to as a teeter totter, this working toy has an almost folk art quality with it's si

The light blue paint is all original in this pair of narrow nightstands. Perfect for use in a small room, the soft color is perfect for a variety of styles including cottage, farm house, coastal farmhouse or simply a gue

Loaded with charm in a small package, the original white paint is all original on this delightful side table or nightstand. The paint has been naturally distressed and worn over time, adding loads of character to its vin

While corner cabinets were a traditional element of European country homes, this one goes beyond the common with elegance in the elongated body and graceful curves of the feet and bonnet or crown. It is perfectly balance

Vibrant colors abound in this remarkable, original hand-painted bed. The deep red, blue and green were favorite colors used in the very traditional and elaborate folk art style of Eastern Europe throughout the 1800's. No

The unique appeal of vintage leather over something new is difficult to describe, but it is the deeper patina that comes slowly over time that creates the depth of character in a wonderful leather sofa such as this one.

For those that appreciate the lovely hues of hand-painted antiques from the Swedish countryside, this original blue painted cabinet is a special find. It has aged gently over the years, resulting in a softly distres

The dusky blue paint is all original on this traditional european country bench. Notice areas where it was touched more often (ie, the seat and arms) has naturally distressed and worn down to the warm pine below. Strong,

The glass panels in the front doors are continued along the sides as well, making this bookcase an ideal display cabinet for china or other collectibles. The soft blue paint is lightly distressed along the carved details

This lovely cupboard from Sweden has an enduring appeal due to the original hand-painted details that still display beautifully even after so many years. Notice the personal names and monograms that crown the top with da

This delightful armoire was considered exceptional in its day, with the elaborate hand-painted details requiring a professional painter to invest a tremendous amount of time to complete. While it has grown worn and faded

This antique blue painted Swedish 2 door bookcase has had the glass replaced with wire mesh giving the bookcase a more open and accessible feel. Where the deep grayish blue paint has been scraped there are hints of natur

The date of 1790 speaks to the remarkable age of this beautiful armoire, while the original green and red paint has deepened and grown richer over time. Even the natural pine interior has deepened to a rich patina, refle

While blue was a traditional paint color used in Swedish antiques and cabinetry, it can be difficult to find original painted pieces due to their ongoing popularity. This lovely pine sideboard is special find due to the

There are actually 2 different layers of original blue paint that are revealed through the years of disress in this delightful country cupboard. Where the paint has been completely worn you see the natual pine below. Uni

This bench is loaded with character, and almost whispers the stories that have been told while sitting upon it.  The original and naturally distressed paint is a challenge to describe, almost a faded, soft salmon wi

It is the distinctive lattice style back that gives this bench its wonderful country charm.  Please enlarge the photos to examine the details, including the pine which has been left natural, leaving an organic feel

The paint and finish on this wonderful cupboard dated 1835 is all original, revealing its Swedish country roots. Everything about this painted cabinet hold to the traditional styles found in Sweden in the 1800's. The 4 p

It is difficult to find extremely long original antique tables, so this one is a great find at just under 10' long (actually 110"). Long trestle tables such as this are also called "harvest tables" as they were used at h

This old work table is a fun find due to the original blue painted finish that still remains and even has splashes of white paint adding character to it. It has aged and distressed over time, revealing an older layer of