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Scandinavian Modern Desk by Kurt Olsen, Denmark, 1950s
By A. Andersen and Bohm, Kurt Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant rosewood desk by Kurt Olsen, in a neat size. Sleek, sophisticated lines with rounded angles
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Freestanding Desk in Rosewood by Erik Riisager Hansen, 1950’s
By Erik Riisager Hansen 1
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Freestanding Desk in Rosewood by Erik Riisager Hansen, 1950’s Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Desk Chair Office Chair Labofa 1950 Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage desk chair or office chair with swiveling function by Labofa from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Desk/Dining Table, Anonymous, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk/dining table, anonymous, Denmark, 1950s. Teak top with lacquered wood base. Measures: H 72
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk/Dining Table, Anonymous, Denmark, 1950s
Desk/Dining Table, Anonymous, Denmark, 1950s
H 28.35 in W 69.3 in D 29.53 in
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Brass and Glass Writing Desk Table
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with glass top and beautiful shape of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for John Stuart Larger Teak Writing Desk, 1950's
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, John Stuart Inc., Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Larger Teak Desk for Soborg Møbelfabrik Denmark, 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Enamel, Iron

Severin Hansen 1950s Danish Rosewood Writing Desk
By Severin Hansen Jr., Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in London, GB
Severin Hansen Jnr. - Model 36 Writing Desk This iconic desk waa designed by Severin Hansen Jnr
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian "A2" Multi Table by Bengt Johan Gullberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Bengt Johan Gullberg
Located in Hägersten, SE
Company during the 1950s. Made from raw lacquered steel and teak wood. Good vintage condition with signs
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Kidney Desk Model 54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik 1950s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak kidney desk, model no.54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. Produced in 1950s in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobler
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Vienna, AT
This Handsome Scandinavian Modern teak desk was designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk, Style of Gio Ponti, c 1950s, Refinished
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern desk produced in Italy circa 1950s. Featuring black steel
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Desk in Teak & Beech with Organizer, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant freestanding desk in teak and beech with organizer. Designed and made in Denmark, great
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Teak

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Denmark 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Soborg Mobler
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk, Model 310 for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in rosewood with three drawers, designed and made by cabinetmaker Frits
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Elm Desk by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful desk by Josef Frank, made from elm with striking woodgrain. Clean lines and subtly
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak & Oak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & oak Danish desk, circa 1950's. Oak frame contrasts beautifully with the book matched teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Teak

Danish Cabinetmaker, Desk / Dining table in Oak, Mid Century Modern, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Martin Nyrop
Located in Odense, DK
Introducing a timeless desk / dining table, a Mid Century Modern masterpiece handcrafted by a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Stylish Danish Desk Chair in Teak, 1950s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Stylish desk chair in teak with ladder back and seat reupholstered in vinyl, Denmark 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Teak

Danish Modern, Rectangular Desk / Dining Table in Solid Oak, Handcrafted, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
. A modern, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor. With a heavy focus on functionality, this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

1950s Teak and Beech Desk by David Rosen
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Madrid, ES
Writing desk in teak and beech with end extensions and two drawers by David Rosen for Nordiska
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1950s Teak and Beech Desk by David Rosen
1950s Teak and Beech Desk by David Rosen
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 52.37 in
Skandinavian Palisander Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen 1950s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A rare desk designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Made in Denmark during the 1950s. It features an organic
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Midcentury Freestanding Desk in Teak by Børge Mogensen, Danish Design, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in teak, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Sobørg furniture. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid modern danish standing desk in teak Hans Wegner style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid modern danish standing desk in teak attriduted to Hans Wegner. 3 drawers in the apron and two
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk /Table by Bengt Johan Gullberg, Metal and Teak, Sweden, 1950s
By Bengt Johan Gullberg
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk by Bengt Johan Gullberg. Produced by Gullberg trading company in Sweden during the 1950s. Made
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Early Poul Kjaerholm "PK52" Working Desk in Steel and Oregon Pine, 1950s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early student working desk model "PK52" in black lacquered steel and oregon pine top
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Midcentury Desk Organizer by Finn Juhl, 1950s
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1950s. Made in Denmark. Great
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Beech, Rosewood

Midcentury Desk Organizer by Finn Juhl, 1950s
Midcentury Desk Organizer by Finn Juhl, 1950s
H 11.82 in W 16.93 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Bovirke, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson in the 1950s. Made in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Beech, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Teak and Oak Desk with Drawers, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
trends alike, concentrating on crafting with quality materials instead. This desk is characterized by its
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Danish Modern Solid Rosewood Perpetual Desk Calendar
By Enzo Mari
Located in San Diego, CA
Handcrafted unique rare perpetual calendar circa 1950's solid rosewood with gold numbers days and
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20th Century North American Scandinavian Modern More Desk Accessories

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Rosewood

Rare Freestanding Desk by Frode Holm for Illums Bollighus, 1950s
By Frode Holm, Illums Bolighus
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A very rare freestanding desk designed by Frode Holm around 1950. Ultra minimalist design with
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
By Aksel Boll Jensen
Located in Frederick, MD
this piece to the 1950s with its beautiful grain pattern. The desk is very finely crafted. It was
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Freestanding Desk in Solid Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
cabinetmaker in 1950s. Nice lines for this perfect office desk. Overall a great impression. This piece is in a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Minneapolis, MN
master cabinet maker Niels Vodder.A small compact writing desk in teak with very figural grain. Large
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk in Teak in Style of Ole Wanscher, Midcentury Danish Design, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in teak designed and made in Denmark 1950s. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Modernist Writing Desk
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A writing desk finely crafted in solid teak having a floating bank of drawers and turned dowel legs.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Modernist Writing Desk
Modernist Writing Desk
H 28.25 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
1960s Egon Ostergaard Scandinavian Roll Top Desk Swedish Secretaire with Key
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage 1960s Teak Scandinavian Modern Roll Top Desk Designed by Egon Ostergaard For Svensk
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Desk Probably Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare freestanding desk by unknown designer. Probably produced in Sweden. Width: 132.5 ( 197.5 ) cm.
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Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Desk Probably Produced in Sweden
Desk Probably Produced in Sweden
H 28.94 in W 52.17 in D 31.5 in
Desk Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare desk by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Teak

Desk Produced in Sweden
Desk Produced in Sweden
H 28.35 in W 46.46 in D 25.2 in
Handsome Mid-Century Modern Walnut Jens Risom Desk Table Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
If you are looking for an icon of Mid-Century Modern – Scandinavian Modern design, look no further
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Pensive Bird Desk Accessory
By Kaija Aarikka
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pensive bird pen and note holder crafted from birch.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desk Accessories

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Birch

Pensive Bird Desk Accessory
Pensive Bird Desk Accessory
H 5 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Black Polished Mahogany Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher, Danish 1903-1985. Mid-century desk in black polished mahogany by Danish cabinetmaker
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacob Kjaer desk in mahogany.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Desk
Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Desk
H 29.34 in W 62.01 in D 32.49 in
Torben Strandgaard Desk by Møbelfabriken Falster
By Falster Møbelfabrik, Torben Strandgaard
Located in Highland, IN
This beautiful Danish modern writing desk by Torben Strandgaard is finely crafted by Møbelfabriken
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Brass

Scandinavian Modern Office Chair, Model 3217, by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
designed by Arne Jacobsen in the 1950s and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. This product will be inspected
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner RY-32 Desk, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner RY-32 desk, circa 1960. Oak desk from Danish icon Hans Wegner produced by Ry Mobler
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Hans Wegner RY-32 Desk, 1960
Hans Wegner RY-32 Desk, 1960
H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 20.48 in
Rare Desk with Matching 'S5' Armchair by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, 1950s
By Belform, Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful ‘Model 305’ desk with matching ‘S5’ chair designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform. Both
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Fabric, Formica, Wood, Lacquer

Midcentury Desk in Rosewood, Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in rosewood. Designed by and made in Denmark in the 1950s. Nice original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Scandinavian midcentury design office chair atr. Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Scandinavian midcentury design office chair atr. Ilmari Tapiovaara professionally stained and
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arne Jacobsen Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Table Model "AJ-3601", Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Odense, DK
1950s. The 3601 table stands on aluminium legs with rubber ferrules with a teak veneered plywood top. A
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1950s Danish Teak Desk Organizer by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A bench-made solid teak desk organizer with dovetail joinery, comprising five correspondence
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Teak

Nanna Ditzel for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik Writing Desk
By Nanna Ditzel, Søren Willadsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nanna Ditzel for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik, desk, teak, oak, Denmark, design 1955 A beautiful
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Finn Juhl Rare Desk for Bovirke in Teak
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
1950s Finn Juhl conceived this rare version of the desk model ‘BO 69’ in the late 1950s. Bovirke first
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

Finn Juhl Rare Desk for Bovirke in Teak
Finn Juhl Rare Desk for Bovirke in Teak
H 28.94 in W 98.04 in D 33.47 in
Early Desk by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Teak and oak desk by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for EJ Næstved SKM 1950s. With deep drawers
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Drop Leaf Executive Desk by Willy Beck
By Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectangular teak executive desk with a demi-lune drop leaf.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Desk by Erik Riisager Hansen, Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, Denmark
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Erik Riisager Hansen 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark. A Haslev label with model number can be found underneath of the desk. This modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Executive Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic Danish modern executive desk in teak by Svend Aage Madsen for Sigurd Hansen, circa 1950s
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

PK 55 - Desk/dining table in ash by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 55 - Desk/dining table with top in ash and steel frame. Marked from the manufacturer. Designed
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Desktop Organizer in Teak, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desktop organizer in solid teak. Great quality with fine details. Made in Denmark in the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desk Accessories

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Teak

Arne Vodder for Bovirke Writing Desk in Teak and Brass
By Arne Vodder, Bovirke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Bovirke, desk 'model BO85', teak, brass, Denmark, 1950s This teak writing desk was
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

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Scandinavian Modern 1950s Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Scandinavian modern 1950s desk available at 1stDibs. A Scandinavian modern 1950s desk — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Scandinavian modern 1950s desk — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A Scandinavian modern 1950s desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one Scandinavian modern 1950s desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arne Jacobsen, Børge Mogensen and Hans J. Wegner produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Scandinavian Modern 1950s Desk?

Prices for a Scandinavian modern 1950s desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $100 and can go as high as $80,555, while the average can fetch as much as $4,348.

A Close Look at scandinavian-modern Furniture

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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