Gustavian style
| Gustavian style | |
|---|---|
Top to bottom: Gustavian interior at Södertuna Castle; King Gustav III of Sweden; IKEA interior using Gustavian-influenced designs | |
| Years active | c. 1770–1810 |
| Location | Sweden, Swedish Empire |
| Major figures | Jean Eric Rehn, Louis Masreliez, Georg Haupt, Erik Palmstedt |
| Influences | French Neoclassicism, Louis XVI style, Rococo, Ancient Greek and Roman art |
| Influenced | Nordic Classicism, Scandinavian design |
The Gustavian style (Swedish: Gustaviansk stil) is a Swedish furniture and interior design style that emerged in the late 18th century, primarily during the reign of King Gustav III of Sweden (1771–1792) and continued into the reign of his son, Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden. It is a Swedish variant of French Neoclassicism, influenced by the Louis XVI style and elements of Rococo.
The style is marked by a return to classical ideals, with a focus on restrained decoration, symmetry, and proportion. The Gustavian style is often described as a reaction against the excesses of Rococo, seeking simplicity and elegance, while maintaining classical references.