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Rare Norwegian Kubbestol, Primitive Telemark Rosemaling, Norway

$3,200
$4,00020% Off
£2,420.45
£3,038.7920% Off
€2,826.20
€3,544.5920% Off
CA$4,557.30
CA$5,729.8520% Off
A$4,623.92
A$5,812.7520% Off
CHF 2,641.47
CHF 3,306.2420% Off
MX$55,984.13
MX$70,618.8920% Off
NOK 31,032.29
NOK 38,883.8620% Off
SEK 30,991.19
SEK 39,018.6420% Off
DKK 21,126.99
DKK 26,502.2820% Off

About the Item

Antique / Vintage Norwegian Kubbestol with Telemark Rosemaling, c. 1920-40s. A sculptural piece of Norwegian heritage, this vintage Kubbestol (stump chair) is hand-carved from a single piece of solid birch or beech. Originating from Telemark in the circa 1920-1940 period, it features the region's classic carved belt and an elegant, ergonomic form. The chair is distinguished by its stunning, professionally painted Telemark Rosemaling. This exquisite floral folk art, with its dynamic scrollwork and vibrant accents, blooms beautifully over a rich farmhouse red base. Showing a superb antique patina and in excellent structural condition with minor, stable age-related cracks. A rare and versatile collector's piece, ready to serve as a striking accent chair or a standalone work of art. Key Details: --Style: Antique Scandinavian Folk Art --Materials: Solid Birch/Beech, Hand-Painted Pigments --Origin: Telemark, Norway --Date: c. 1920-1940s --Condition: Excellent antique condition with a beautiful patina and stable, age-related characteristics / wear and tears. Dimensions: --Height: 76 cm (29.9") --Seat Height: 41 cm (16.1") --Width: 45 cm (17.7") --Depth: 45 cm (17.7") Norwegian/Scandinavian folk art. A sweet gift for housewarming, weddings, baby showers, birthdays, etc. RUSTIC cabin/country/farmhouse style interior. Wood Tree Stump / Wood Log Chair.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)Seat Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1920-1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Skien, NO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10177247512582

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