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Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish desk from the 1960s Very good condition. After Renovation Wood: teak Dimensions
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s
Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s
H 28.75 in W 51.19 in D 27.76 in
Minimal Danish Designed Teak Desk By Peter Hvidt
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Oakland, CA
This Minimal Danish Teak Desk, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Soborg
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk in Teak of Danish Design from the 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
This teak desk from the 1970s encapsulates the essence of Danish design with its sleek lines
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian design desk or table lamp
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in TARBES, FR
Imposing desk lamp in Scandinavian design circa 70, the base is in teak and the base in travertine
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine

Scandinavian Modern Teak Office Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish Scandinavian Modern desk features broad Danish design and teak finish. Dovetail
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Scandinavian Modern Teak Office Desk
Scandinavian Modern Teak Office Desk
H 28.25 in W 59 in D 30 in
Vintage Classic Midcentury Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bilateral Desk
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large, bilateral desk was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It is finished in teak wood in a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
Double-sided teak desk produced in Scandinavia in the 1960s. It has 6 spacious drawers. At the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
Teak Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
H 28.75 in W 51.58 in D 27.96 in
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

Vintage Mid-Century Classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Wood Desk with Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic desk was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It was finished of teak wood in a warm
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Teak

Arne Wahl Iversen Bureau Desk Danish Mid Century Teak 1960s MCM Scandinavian
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in London, GB
grained teak wood, this is an exemplary example of Scandinavian design – it marries elegant minimalism
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk by Goran Strand for Lelangs Møbelfabrik
By Göran Strand, Lelangs Mobelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Swedish modern teak desk designed by Goran Strand for Lelangs Møbelfrabrik in Sweden
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Vintage 1960s Swedish 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

Scandinavian Solid Teak Desk by Svend and Madsen Danish, 1960s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Small Scandinavian desk from the 1960s by the Danish designer Svend Aage Madsen. Structure in solid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Scandinavian Desk in Teak by Svante Skogh, 1960s
By Svante Skogh
Located in Gaggenau, DE
midcentury Scandinavian Desk in teak by Svante Skogh, 1960s Swedish Scandinavian midcentury
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Peter Lovig Nielsen Teak Executive Desk for Dansk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Dansk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Dansk. It features teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobler
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik
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

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Brass

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Roll Top Desk or Dresser
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak roll top desk or dresser. Beautiful condition, keeping in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in teak designed and made in the 1960s. Made in Denmark, great original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak, 1960s
Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak, 1960s
H 28.75 in W 40.95 in D 24.81 in
Teak Desk, designed by Svend Aage Madsen for H.P. Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Svend Åge Madsen, H.P. Hansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Designer desk designed by Svend Aage Madsen for the Danish manufacturer H.P. Hansen in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Teak Desk, Göran Strand for Lelångs Mobelfabrik
By Göran Strand
Located in palm beach, FL
Desk designed by Göran Strand for Lelångs Möbelfabrik in Sweden in the early 1960s. This model in
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Desk in Teak, 1960s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in teak, designed and made in Denmark. Great condition.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Desk in Teak, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Desk in Teak, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 80.71 in D 37.41 in
Severin Hansen, Desk, Teak, Brass, Denmark, 1960s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and brass desk designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev, Denmark, c. 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Laurits M. Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern teak desk, Designed by Peter Løvig
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s. Rare and early freestanding Scandinavian
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Teak

Midcentury Danish Modern Drop Front Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern desk from Denmark, circa 1960s. It features all teak wood construction with drop
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak and Oak, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in teak with a solid oak frame, designed and made in the 1960s. Made in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak and Oak, 1960s
Danish Midcentury Desk in Teak and Oak, 1960s
H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 33.27 in
Finn Juhl Rare Desk for Bovirke in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, desk, model ‘BO 69’, teak, metal, brass, Denmark, design ca. 1953, made late
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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
Teak and Steel Desk by Larsen and Madsen
By Aksel Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak desk with steel frame and pulls, with a left side return housing filing shelves designed by
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Mid Century minimalistic desk in teak, Scandinavia ca. 1960
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Scandinavian / 1960 / desk / teak / Scandinavian / Mid Century A sleek and timeless designed
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Svenstrup Desk
By Svenstrup Ap Mobler
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern teak desk. Designed by J. Svenstrup for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Paris, IDF
Scandinavian design is renowned for its minimalist, functional aesthetic. Here we find clean lines
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk, 1960s
Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak and Veneer Writing Table by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960
By Arne Vodder
Located in Madrid, ES
Scandinavian desk made of solid teak wood and veneer, designed by Arne Vodder. It consists of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Domino Mobler
By Domino Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover the form and function of genuine mid-century Danish design with this classic Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Teak

Teak Danish Modern Desk / Secretary
Located in Fulton, CA
A teak Danish Modern desk. Unusual form, varying from a secretary, vanity and drop front desk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Teak Danish Modern Desk / Secretary
Teak Danish Modern Desk / Secretary
H 44.5 in W 34.5 in D 16.5 in
Freestanding Midcentury Desk in Teak, Made in Denmark, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in teak, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Desk in Teak by Nanna Ditzel, 1960s
By Nanna Ditzel, Poul Kold Savvaerk
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare freestanding desk in teak and beech, designed Nanna Ditzel and produced by Poul Kolds Savværk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Beech, Teak

Mid-Century Desk in Teak by Nanna Ditzel, 1960s
Mid-Century Desk in Teak by Nanna Ditzel, 1960s
H 27.56 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Hans J. Wegner Rare Desk in Oak and Teak
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, desk JH571, teak, oak, metal, Denmark, 1953 Out of all the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Hans J. Wegner Rare Desk in Oak and Teak
Hans J. Wegner Rare Desk in Oak and Teak
H 28.75 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Elevate your workspace with this iconic presidential executive desk designed by Arne Vodder
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder
Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder
H 28.55 in W 98.04 in D 41.34 in
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Hedensted Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. Beautifully formed teak writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and produced by Hedensted Møbelfabrik. A
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Teak 'Partner's' Desk for AB Karl Andersson, 1960
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen teak "partner's" desk from the second half of the 20th century, a two part
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern teak writing desk with raised back shelf
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Vintage 1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

1960s Arne Vodder Fully Restored Executive Desk in Teak by Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Knebel, DK
Large executive desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler. The spacious desk is well
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1950s Teak and Beech Desk by David Rosen
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
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

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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
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk Model '310' in Solid Teak
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, desk model 310, solid teak, Denmark, 1950s. Stunning desk
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1960's Mid-Century Swedish Modern Lammhults Teak Desk
By H.P. Hansen, Lammhults, Niels Peter Nielsen
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Midcentury Modern desk for sale. Designed by A.B. Lammhults, and made in Sweden. Has the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Executive Desk with Floating Top in Teak Near Mint Condition, Denmark 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very beautiful designed executive desks In the style of Gunni Omann's Model 75 and Kai
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Teak Desk by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg, Denmark
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Desk designed in 1959 by danish architects Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Pair of Rabami Danish Teak Kevi Desk Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Danish Modern office chair design by architect and designer Jorgen Rasmussen for Engelbrechts, the
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Rabami Danish Teak Kevi Desk Chairs
Pair of Rabami Danish Teak Kevi Desk Chairs
H 33.75 in W 21.63 in D 22 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Executive Desk in Teak by Arne Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1960's by Arne Wahl Iversen. This desk
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Arne Vodder Boomerang Desk Teak & Brass 1956 Bovirke Denmark Mid Century Modern
By Arne Vodder, Bovirke
Located in Munster, NRW
Arne Vodder 1956 for Bovirke, Denmark rare Boomerang desk ’Model BO85’ in teak with brass handles
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Teak Bullet Desk in the Manner of Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern desk in teak manufactured in Denmark in the 1960's which
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Executive Desk "Model 15" by Goran Strand
By Göran Strand
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful and rare scandinavian modern executive desk in teak wood designed by Goran
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

1960s, Danish office desk with drawers, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish office desk. Teak wood, restored drawers. Very good condition: no smells and no
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Danish Modern Secretary Desk Vanity in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen, Denmark, 1960s
By Vatne Møbler, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Deland, FL
splendid secretary desk, designed by the influential Arne Wahl Iversen, is the quintessential example of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Miami, FL
A stylish and modern teak executive desk with floating top designed and made in Denmark by Dyrlund
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
By Vald Mortensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s. High-end freestanding executive
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Nanna Ditzel Table Desk in Teak Søren Willadsen 1958 Denmark Mid Century Modern
By Nanna Ditzel, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Munster, NRW
This elegant design by Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel serves as a desk, a writing table, library table, or
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk with drop-leaf by Aksel Boll Jensen
By Aksel Boll Jensen
Located in Brussels, BE
functionality of mid-century Scandinavian design. Made from teak, the desk showcases warm tones and clean
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Danish modern teak low desk with large square pulls
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Danish modern teak low desk with large square pulls made by Uniflex. Great low desk or vanity very
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Vanity Desk in Teack by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian teak vanity desk by Arne Wahl Iversen, model 64 for Vinde
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Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

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Scandinavian Design Teak Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Scandinavian design teak desk for your home. Each Scandinavian design teak desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. If you’re shopping for a Scandinavian design teak desk, we have 1453 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Scandinavian design teak desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Scandinavian design teak desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Arne Vodder, Børge Mogensen and Kai Kristiansen each produced at least one beautiful Scandinavian design teak desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Scandinavian Design Teak Desk?

A Scandinavian design teak desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,192, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $105,135.

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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