18TH CENTURY JACOB MALMSTEN SOFA BENCH IN ORIGINAL PAINT

An exquisite and important 18th century period Gustavian sofa bench hand carved and signed by the Stockholm master chair maker Jacob Malmsten (1753 - 1788). Born in Finland, Jacob Malmsten working initially in the Rococo style before producing very fine 'High Gustavian' furniture for Stockholm's elite. Richly decorated with scrolling carvings, and wonderful tapered & fluted feet beneath flower motifs, this bench is in its 100% original paint/patina. Made between 1775 and 1785, this bench would suit a number of different situations around the home. Perfect in a drawing room, hallway, bay window, at the end of a bed, or even used as a decorative coffee table. Newly re-upholstered in a Romo linen using the original tufting points.