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Danish Teak Extending Dining Table By Gudme Attributed To Niels Otto Møller
By Gudme Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Scandinavian Modern teak dining table manufactured by Gudme has been attributed to designer
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Oblong Extension Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This well-built, Scandinavian Modern teak extension dining table is a study in minimal yet
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak
By Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak by Harry Rosengren Hansen. 2 extra leaves
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak
Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak
$2,021
H 28.75 in W 73.23 in D 45.67 in
Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak
By Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian dining table in teak by Harry Rosengren Hansen. 2 extra leaves
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

1960s Scandinavian Modern Danish Solid Teak Round Dining Table
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very elegant 1960s round dining table Made in Denmark, unusually constructed from solid teak wood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Table in Teak 4/8 Seats
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining table in teak 4/8 seats. 2 extra leaves Measures: W 125
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Teak Scandinavian Modern Expanding Dining Table 2 Leaves Style Neils Moller
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage teak Scandinavian Modern expanding dining table with 2 leaves. Unmarked but style
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Vejle Stole Scandinavian Modern Teak Extension Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Scandinavian Modern teak veneer extension dining table by Henning Kjaernulf for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Round to Oval Teak Expanding Dining Table Attr Gudme Mobel.
By Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern round to oval teak expanding dining table with 2
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

1970’s Scandinavian Modern D Scan Teak Draw Leaf Expanding Dining Table
By D-Scan
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern D Scan teak draw leaf expanding dining table. Beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

DUX Scandinavian Modern Teak Draw Leaf Extending Dining Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Topeka, KS
fantastic Scandinavian Modern teak draw leaf extending dining table by Folke Ohlsson for DUX. First, let’s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak and Oak Extendable Scandinavian Dining Table
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This gorgeous dining table has all the style elements of Classic Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Teak

Vintage Sculptural Scandinavian Extension Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern draw leaf dining table in teak, circa 1960s. This unique boat shaped tabletop
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Oval Teak Dining Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish dining table, circa 1960's. Oval top is framed in solid scalloped teak edging, the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Oval Teak Dining Table
Danish Modern Oval Teak Dining Table
$2,195 / item
H 29.5 in W 63.5 in D 41.5 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Teak Dining Table
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two rare teak console tables. A table design in high-quality materials and workmanship. Elegant
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Scandinavian Mid-Century Teak Dining Table
Scandinavian Mid-Century Teak Dining Table
$2,345
H 27.56 in Dm 51.18 in
Danish modern teak rectangle folding dining table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Teak Rectangle Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Denmark. Very clean table with
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Dining Table with Extensions
Located in Dorchester, MA
A classic example of Danish modern design, this teak dining table sets a rounded-edge top on
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Dining Table with Extensions
Danish Modern Teak Dining Table with Extensions
$2,850
H 29.25 in W 65.75 in D 41.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern dining table features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Danish Modern Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
$1,361 Sale Price
44% Off
H 29.25 in W 57 in D 35.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Extension Dining Table By Selig
By Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This classic, Scandinavian Modern teak extension dining table, was made in Denmark by premier
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish modern teak rectangle dining table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Teak Rectangle dining Table made in Denmark. Shows normal use and wear - table ready
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish modern teak rectangle dining table
Mid Century Danish modern teak rectangle dining table
$2,400 Sale Price
25% Off
H 28 in W 72 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Table with Drop Leaves
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining table with drop leaves. 4 to 8 seats. Top in teak. Legs in
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Table in Teak and Oak, 4/8 Seats
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining table in teak and oak legs, 4/8 seat, by Yngve Ekström.
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Dining Room Tables

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Teak

1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
✨ Danish Modern Teak Elegance ✨ This 1960s Danish Modern extendable dining table is a striking
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table
1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table
$2,250
H 29 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Teak Dining Table created by Niels O. Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Elegant Niels O. Møller teak dining table produced by J.L. Moller. It is extendable on both
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Skovby
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with this Skovby Danish Modern Teak Table—sculptural pedestal base
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Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Skovby
Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Skovby
$1,283
H 28.5 in W 39.5 in D 65 in
Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Dining Set with Trestle Dining Table and Benches
Located in Karis, Nyland
Unique handmade dining set made out of teak. Made in Denmark in the 1950s by unknown cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

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Teak

Skovby Danish Modern Teak Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Danish Modern teak boat-shaped pedestal extension dining table By Skovby
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Dining Table
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, J.O. Carlsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
teak dining table embodies the elegance and functionality of Scandinavian Modern design. The expertly
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish modern teak drop leaf dining table, 1960s Large dining table with drop leaf extension
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
$1,129
H 28.15 in W 69.1 in D 33.86 in
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Dining Table Extendable Retractable
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Extendable Teak Dining Table! This vintage Danish Modern teak dining table, a testament to
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Vintage 1970s Danish Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Farstrup
By Farstrup
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern rosewood extendable drop leaf dining
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice Teak Drop-Leaf Table! Can be used with one or two leaves opened. Perfect for against the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table
$1,450
H 29 in W 57 in D 35.5 in
Scandinavian Round Teak Dining Table Mod. 3600 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak dining table - Model 3600 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1960
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Flip Top Expanding Dining Table By Folke Ohlsson For DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish and rare, Scandinavian modern extension dining table was designed by Folke Ohlsson for
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Falster Danish Modern Teak Boat-Shaped Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Danish Modern teak boat-shaped extension dining table By Falster Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

1960s Danish Modern Teak Extension Leaf Dining Table by N&R Møbler
Located in Sacramento, CA
1960s Danish Modern teak dining table by N&R Møbler. The table has two leaves store underneath the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg Teak Danish Modern Dining Room Table
By Johannes Andersen, Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in Wayne, NJ
Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg teak dining table. Teak extending dining table with pair
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg Teak Danish Modern Dining Room Table
Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg Teak Danish Modern Dining Room Table
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.25 in W 64.88 in D 35.38 in
Very Large Expanding Teak Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A very large expanding teak dining table - which extends to a full 2.9M. Each extending leaf is
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Very Large Expanding Teak Dining Table
Very Large Expanding Teak Dining Table
$2,300
H 28.35 in W 66.34 in D 34.65 in
1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by Am Mobler
By AM Mobler
Located in North Hollywood, CA
✨ Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table ✨ Elevate your dining space with this exquisite
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Scandinavia Woodworks Co Teak Dining Chairs
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of four, extremely sought after, gorgeous 1960s, modern teak side/dining chairs by the
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Vintage 1960s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Midcentury Scandinavia Woodworks Co Teak Dining Chairs
Midcentury Scandinavia Woodworks Co Teak Dining Chairs
$1,850 / set
H 32 in W 19.13 in D 20.25 in
Danish Modern Oval Expanding Teak Dining Table by Faarup Mobelfabrik
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Modernist Oval Expanding Teak Dining Table by Faarup Mobelfabrik ,, Stunning design
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Extra Large Extendable Dining Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 30.2” x W 58.6”/92.6” x D 35” Mid-century Modern style Danish dining or conference
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Exquisite Danish Modern Extension Dining Table in Teak, Denmark, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
This extraordinary dining table is unlike any we've ever seen. Constructed in solid teak the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Round Dining in Teak 4/8 Seats by Hovmand-Ols
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian round dining in teak 4/8 seats by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Tables

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Teak

7.8 ft Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle Stole Danish Modern Teak Dining Table leafs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Henning Kjærnulf Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dining Table Teak Dining Table by Henning
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Danish Teak Extension Dining Table
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
An organic and sculptural extension dining table with brass hardware and a solid-teak frame with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Danish Teak Extension Dining Table
Danish Teak Extension Dining Table
$3,900
H 30 in W 63 in D 35.5 in
Square Expanding Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Madsen
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, Naestved Mobelfabrik
Located in Kansas City, MO
Teak dining or kitchen table designed by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Madsen. Ingenious design featuring
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass, Steel

Vintage Danis, dining and coffee, teak table, 1960s.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
A rare and clever table that can be used as a dining table or a large coffee table. A clever
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Vintage Danis, dining and coffee, teak table, 1960s.
Vintage Danis, dining and coffee, teak table, 1960s.
$2,676
H 27.96 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in
Mid Century Modern Solid Oak & Teak Dining Table Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic simple yet very elegant dining table CH327 by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son. Oak
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Teak Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Large and rare Hans Wegner teak and steel legged drop-leaf dining table. Leaves can be also be
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Hans Wegner Teak Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
Hans Wegner Teak Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
$17,000
H 28.25 in W 117 in D 37.5 in
Big Dining Table in Teak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1958
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Big Dining Table in Teak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1958 Additional Information: Material: Teak Style
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Big Dining Table in Teak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1958
Big Dining Table in Teak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1958
$8,920
H 28.55 in W 127.96 in D 49.22 in
1960's Scandinavian Adjustable Coffee/Dining Table
Located in Paris, FR
A masterfully restored 20th-century vintage Scandinavian adjustable coffee to dining table. The
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20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Steel

1960's Scandinavian Adjustable Coffee/Dining Table
1960's Scandinavian Adjustable Coffee/Dining Table
$1,070
H 28.15 in W 43.71 in D 33.67 in
Teak Dining Table by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Søberg Møbler
Located in Stockholm, SE
Teak dining table by Børge Mogensen, model 162, in a rare edition with steel legs. Elegant, light
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Steel

Teak Dining Table by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
Teak Dining Table by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
$13,380
H 27.96 in W 55.12 in D 34.65 in
Mid-century Glostrup Mobelfabrik Solid Teak Dining Table
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Beautiful mid-century Danish Glostrup Mobelfabrik dining table, handcrafted from planks of solid
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Mid-century Glostrup Mobelfabrik Solid Teak Dining Table
Mid-century Glostrup Mobelfabrik Solid Teak Dining Table
$6,500
H 29.25 in W 60.25 in D 41.25 in
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Expanding Teak Dining Table Oval
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Fulton, CA
An oval teak Danish Modern expanding dining table designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Steel

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Expanding Teak Dining Table Oval
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Expanding Teak Dining Table Oval
$2,350 / set
H 28.5 in W 37.5 in D 48 in
Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Scandinavia Woodworks Co.
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Baltimore, MD
side chairs. Also, available matching Danish Modern teak Dining table (sold separately
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Vintage 1960s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Scandinavia Woodworks Co.
Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Scandinavia Woodworks Co.
$1,350 / set
H 33 in W 19.13 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Teak Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish dining table by Borge Mogensen, circa 1960's. Let the large gatherings begin! Robust
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
Mid-Century Teak Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
$5,596 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.5 in W 51 in D 67 in
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Scandinavian Modern Teak Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Scandinavian modern teak dining table you’re looking for. A Scandinavian modern teak dining table — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a Scandinavian modern teak dining table, we have 3695 options in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Scandinavian modern teak dining table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Scandinavian modern teak dining table, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Scandinavian modern teak dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck and Johannes Andersen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Scandinavian Modern Teak Dining Table?

A Scandinavian modern teak dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,481, while the lowest priced sells for $48 and the highest can go for as much as $110,226.

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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