The specialist's choice – Björn Extergren lists art favourites
Specialists choice Björn Extergren
We have spoken with Björn Extergren, Head of Consignment and Sales Department, Fine Art. Specialist Antique Furniture, Decorative Arts and Asian Ceramics, who tells us about the range at this year's Important Spring Sale ahead of the live auction June 14th – 16th. He also takes the opportunity to list some of his favourite objects at this season's auction.
What can we look forward to regarding this year's Important Spring Sale auction?
– We will witness an extraordinary auction featuring the finest selection of classical pieces in several years, maintaining a consistent and high level of quality. The Important Spring Sale showcases everything from royal artefacts to individual masterpieces by renowned artists. The expertise and craftsmanship displayed in these items are truly remarkable to experience. Having the opportunity to work with such objects is a privilege.
Browse our web catalogue and welcome to visit the viewing. Don't hesitate to email me if you have any questions.
When is the viewing and auction?
Viewing: June 8th–13th, Berzelii Park 1, Stockholm
Open: Weekdays 11 am–6 pm, Weekends 11 am–4 pm
Auction Live: June 14th – 16th, Arsenalsgatan 2, Stockholm
A Gustavian Secretaire by George Haupt
One of the finest Haupt furniture pieces to be offered for sale in many years. This secretaire has everything one could wish for - look at the preserved splendour of its interior colours.
A Gustavian table by Georg Haupt
A classic Haupt table of quality and style.
A pair of Gustavian Commodes by Nils Petter Stenström
Pairs are always pairs. Commodes are rarely found in pairs today, but here we have a pair crafted by the masterful hands of Stenstöms, featuring his typical design and quality.
A Royal Swedish empire armchair attributed to Nils Christian Salton
If you want to sit like at The Royal Palace of Stockholm, you can bid on this fantastic chair with classical attributes. Nils Christian Salton's model even carries a royal mark.
A Pair of Important Six Light Retour d`Egypt Empire Candelabra
Can it get any more perfect?! Classical Egyptian-style elements, gilded and patinated bronze - something that few others have on their table.
A pair of Swedish Rococo chairs attributed to Carl Magnus Sandberg
These chairs are the essence of Swedish Rococo, the highest quality and in an enchanting condition.