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.
Mid Century Serving Cart by Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1950s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely serving cart or side table by Otto Schulz. Made from mahogany with sleek lines. Table top and shelf with terracotta colored mosaic tiles.
Ceramic, Elm
Italian Design Mid-Century Bar Cart, 1950s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare 1950s Italian desgin serving bar cart. Made of beech wood equipped with two glass shelves and brass wheels for convenient movement. Perfect for serving drinks to your guests. Vi...
Glass, Beech
$1,190Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.78 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Wooden Bar Cart by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Catania, CT
Sophisticated Italian bar cart designed by Cesare Lacca, crafted in the 1950s. The structure is made of beautifully shaped wood, showcasing Lacca’s signature organic lines and elegan...
Glass, Wood
Elegant Wooden Bar Cart Serving Trolley, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian midcentury tea trolley or bar cart in the style of Ico Parisi. Including the original removable serving tray and the glass top.
Brass
Josef Frank, Serving Cart, Bamboo, Rattan, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan, raffia and metal serving cart or bar cart, model 892, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Larsson Korgmakare for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Minor staining...
Bamboo, Rattan
Italian Designer, Serving Cart, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brass serving cart with removable tray, likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dramatic original patina, release to joinery as illustrated, touch ups available ...
Brass
Italian Designer, Serving Cart, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brass serving cart with removable tray, likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dramatic original patina, touch ups available ...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Bar Cart, Brass, Oak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and rubber bar cart or serving cart designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to metal Minor water spots present to wood Wear consistent with age a...
Brass
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Serving Cart in Plywood, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning midcentury round serving cart in bamboo and metal. This unique piece was produced in Austria in the 1950s.
Metal
$5,373 / set
H 21.26 in W 19.49 in D 14.38 in
Pair of elm and mosaic side table by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden, 1950s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Timeless and refined side table designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden during the 1950s. ' Featuring a slender elm wood frame and a striking top in white mosaic tile...
Stoneware, Elm
Mid-Century Industrial Bar Cart, 1950s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Large industrial mid-century bar cart produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The trolley showcases a minimalist functional design with durable metal construction and generous ...
Metal
$1,255
H 27.56 in W 16.74 in D 24.81 in
Mid-Century Modern Serving Cart in Teak and Brass with Removable Tray, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Serving Cart in Teak and Brass with Removable Tray, 1950s
Metal, Brass
Elegant Wooden Bar Cart Serving Trolley, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian midcentury tea trolley or bar cart in the style of Ico Parisi. Including the original removable serving tray and of course the glass top.
Brass
Midcentury Serving Trolley by Otto Schulz
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful bar trolley by Otto Schulz made from white-washed oak that brings out the wood grain in a great way. Shelves decorated with ceramic tiles in subdued greens and black. Wheel...
Brass
1940s Serving Trolley by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden, 1950s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Hägersten, SE
Serving trolley designed by Otto Schulz. Made by his company Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden, during the 1950s. Frame made of solid walnut with Schulz's signature mosaic, named by himself...
Brass
Sold
H 20.87 in W 32.29 in D 15.75 in
Otto Schulz Trolley in Oak, Glass and Woven Cane Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Cane, Glass, Oak