Throughout his career as an interior and furniture designer, publisher and founder of the Swedish furniture company Boet, Otto Schultz was a key figure in promoting mid-century modern Scandinavian design.
Born in Germany in 1882, Schultz moved to Sweden in 1907, where he became interested in designing furniture and interiors. In 1920, Schultz founded his furniture company Boet in Gothenburg, where he created functional and traditional designs featuring quintessential elements of Scandinavian furnishings. Around the same time, Schultz started the design and living magazine Boet, which published articles and profiles highlighting Sweden’s most influential architects and designers. He served as Boet’s publisher and editor until 1938.
During the 1930s, Schultz created a range of opulent Scandinavian modern and neoclassical furniture, including cabinets, secretaires and side tables, using fine woods like elm, birch, mahogany and walnut. Many of his pieces showcased his patented use of decorative nails called Bopoint.
He was best known for the Schultz lounge chair, which he designed in 1936. Its voluptuous design featured a generous seat and a large, curved backrest and it was upholstered with a luxurious blend of alpaca and wool. The Schultz chair was highly popular in Sweden in the 1940s. While Boet originally produced it, Swedish furniture manufacturer Jio Möbler took over its production in 1941.
Schultz operated Boet until his retirement in 1950. He died in 1970. Today, Schultz’s pieces are favorites among interior designers and collectors seeking a mix of modern Scandinavian simplicity and lavish decorative style.
On 1stDibs, discover vintage Otto Schultz seating, storage cabinets and case pieces, tables and more.
Swedish Grace Birchwood Cabinet by Otto Schulz for BOET, Gothenburg, 1930s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and exceptionally well-preserved example of Swedish Grace design, this cabinet by Otto Schulz for BOET embodies the sophisticated restraint and craftsmanship that defined S...
Birch
Rare Otto Schulz for Boet Sideboard in Birch
By Otto Schulz
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Otto Schulz for Boet, sideboard, stained birch, Sweden, 1930s Otto Schulz (1882–1970), founder of the Gothenburg-based interior design company Boet, occupies a special position in ...
Birch
Swedish Modern Bureau by Otto Schulz for Boet, 1940s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare bureau by Otto Schulz for Boet, circa 1940. This bureau is covered in cream white vinyl attached with pearl nails, significant for the designer. The skewed front is made o...
Wood
Scandinavian Modern sideboard by Otto Schulz, Sweden, 1930s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant functionalist sideboard by Otto Schulz, with bold lines and contrasting birch and darker colored wood. Large round drawer handles with decorative ...
Birch
Cabinet in Birch and Lacquer by Otto Schulz, 1930s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and exceptional cabinet was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden during the 1930s. It stands as a distinguished example of Swedish Art Deco furniture...
Birch, Lacquer
Otto Schulz Sideboard, Circa 1930-40
By Otto Schulz
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish credenza and mirror by Otto Schulz (1882-1970), Produced by BOET, Stained birch and birch of rectangular form with three narrow drawers above three deep drawers, the deep d...
Birch
Otto Schulz Cabinet Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare cabinet designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Brass
Sideboard in Glass and Lacquer by Otto Schulz, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare sideboard or bar cabinet, attributed to Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden during the 1940s, is a striking example of Scandinavian modernism marked by refined craft...
Glass, Lacquer, Mirror, Wood, Zebra Wood
Art Deco Sideboard by Otto Schulz for Boet, 1930s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Karlstad, SE
This sideboard by Otto Schulz for Boet is a magnificent piece of furniture that dates back to the 1930s. This stunning sideboard is made of high-quality birch wood, with intricate in...
Birch
Art Deco Walnut Sideboard, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Exceptional Art Deco sideboard produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1930s. Crafted from walnut wood and veneer, this piece showcases an outstanding symmetrical grain pattern across its ...
Wood, Walnut
Small Swedish oak Jugendstil sideboard, 1930s.
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1930s Swedish Jugendstil cabinet crafted from solid oak. The piece features two drawers above a double-door cupboard, raised on elegantly tapered legs. The doors are decorated with h...
Oak
$9,609
H 68.9 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
High-Gloss Art Deco Cabinet in Lacquer with Chrome Handle, France 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
A timeless piece of French Art Deco design: This refined cabinet showcases clean lines, luxurious finishes, and elegant proportion. The doors are clad in real wood veneer, whose natu...
Beech
$8,144
H 64.97 in W 50.4 in D 18.71 in
Swedish Modern Stained Pine Cabinet by Otto Dahlin for Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish modern cabinet by Åby Möbelfabrik around the 1940s. Sport cabin furniture (Sportstugemöbel) by Otto Dahlin and made by Åby Möbelfabrik, in the style of Axel Einar Hjort furni...
Pine
Otto Schulz for Boet Rare Cabinet with Brass Nails
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Otto Schulz for Boet, cabinet, chestnut, oak, faux leather, brass, Sweden, 1930s Otto Schulz (1882–1970), founder of the Gothenburg-based interior design company Boet, occupies a s...
Brass
Otto Schulz Cabinet Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare cabinet designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Brass
$6,850
H 35.83 in W 73.63 in D 23.23 in
French Solid Walnut Credenza / Sideboard, Early Brutalist, 1930s, Architectural
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
A rare early French Brutalist credenza in solid walnut, dating to the 1930s, distinguished by its architectural form, handcrafted construction, and richly developed patina. A rare F...
Iron
1930s French Mahogany Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning mahogany cabinet from France, 1930s. Beautiful carved wood cabinet with bookmatch detail. Two doors open to original adjustable shelving with one drawer for additional stora...
Wood
Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovo cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.
Iron
1930's Swedish Grace Art Deco Cabinet
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1930's Swedish Grace Cabinet. 3 large doors conceal interior adjustable shelves and small drawers. Mixed woods create decorative inlays on doors. Carved wood decoration around top a...
Mahogany
$2,929
H 26.78 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
Rare pine sideboard by Göran Malmvall for Svensk fur, Sweden, 1940s
By Goran Malmvall, Svensk Fur
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Small sideboard or cabinet by Göran Malmvall for Svensk fur during the 1940s.
Pine
$6,800
H 67.13 in W 44.1 in D 17.33 in
Otto Schulz, Swedish Modern Cabinet in Leather, Oak & Brass Nails, 1930s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Odense, DK
An exclusive cabinet attributed to the famous German born furniture designer Otto Schulz for Boet in Göteborg, Sweden. The front is covered in leather with brass nails, drawers and ...
Brass
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H 53.55 in W 24.02 in D 11.23 in
Scandinavian Functionalist Cabinets, Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of beautiful cabinets by Otto Schulz, in a neat size. Made from mahogany with sculpted legs in stained wood. Decorative brass handles in a generous size, keys with the “Boet” lo...
Mahogany
Otto Schulz Sideboard and Mirror, Circa 1930-40
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish credenza and mirror by Otto Schulz (1882-1970), Produced by BOET, Stained birch and birch of rectangular form with three narrow drawers above three deep drawers, the deep d...
Wood
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H 17.72 in W 66.93 in D 15.75 in
Otto Schulz for BOET, Rare Art Deco Chest/Bench made in 1944, Swedish Modern
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
A rare refined chest/bench designed by Otto Schulz for BOET, Gothenburg, in 1944. The piece is covered in antique patinated faux leather, adorned with "Bopoint" decorative pearl nail...
Faux Leather, Birch
Rare 1930’s birch cabinet of grand proportions Otto Schulz for Boet
By Otto Schulz
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 1930's birch cabinet of grand proportions Otto Schulz for boet. We are pleased to offer this piece designed by German designer otto schulz for swedish company boet. This piece...
Birch, Oak
Modernist faux leather cabinet by Otto Schulz, Sweden, 1950s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing cabinet by Otto Schulz, in a bold design with oxblood colored faux leather front and sides. Decor of brass nails in a graphic pattern. White washed oak legs.
Faux Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Otto Schulz Boet Secretary
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Kramfors, SE
Otto Schulz Art Deco secretary for Boet, Gothenburg. The secretary is a modern classic from the 1930s and plays well into the classical elements of the Art Deco era. The sharp geomet...
Birch
Rare Large Otto Schulz Cabinet, Made by Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Pietro Chiesa, Otto Schulz, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare, substantial Otto Schulz Cabinet, made by Boet, Sweden 1930s / 40s. Constructed from elm wood with the front and sides upholstered in cream ...
Wood
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H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.52 in
1940s Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Chest of drawers by Otto Schulz for Boet. Amazing Swedish Modern chest of drawers, made from mahogany. Oversized round drawer handles with inlayed...
Mahogany
Chest of Drawers by Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Adorable chest of drawers by Otto Schulz, made from wood with green vinyl top and sides. Front framed by decorative nails, wooden tassels for drawer handles. Neat size.
Faux Leather, Wood
Rare 1930s Birch Cabinet of Grand Proportions Otto Schulz for Boet
By Otto Schulz
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 1930s birch cabinet of grand proportions Otto Schulz for Boet. We are pleased to offer this piece designed by German designer Otto Schulz for Swedish company Boet. This piece...
Birch
Leather and Brass Nail Dining Room Cabinet by Otto Schultz
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Stamford, CT
A distinctive Swedish 'Grace' leather wrapped oak cabinet designed by Otto Schultz made by Boet, Gothenburg, Sweden, 1940 interior fitted with six drawers also fitted for silverware....
Leather, Oak
Otto Schulz Cabinet Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare cabinet designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Brass