About Bruksmann
Vintage design gallery from Norway established in 2020 specializes in a fusion of Scandinavian and French mid-century modern aesthetics, complemented by the timeless allure of wabi-sabi antiques and contemporary art.
Established in 20201stDibs seller since 2022
Featured Pieces
A Primitive Wabi Sabi Console table on Block Feet, Norway c. 1700s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Rural Norwegian, 18th century. Thick hewn plank top with organic, irregular edge, set on a trestle base with two solid block feet. Legs adjusted for stability. Rich, weathered patina...
Category
Antique Early 1700s European Primitive Console Tables
Materials
Pine
Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9602, "Chinese Hat", Taito, Finland, c. 1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare and iconic floor lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy, the Model 9602 was originally created in 1935 for Hotel Aulanko and remains one of Tynell's most celeb...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Table or Wall Lamps, Brass and Wood, c. 1960s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A matching pair of small lamps with spherical brass shades on articulated metal arms and curved wooden bases. The shades tilt to direct the light, and each lamp has an individual swi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Table Lamp with Adjustable Dome Shade, Norway c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A solid brass table lamp with a wide domed shade on a cylindrical stem and circular base. The shade rotates freely, allowing the light to be directed as needed. Designer unknown, but...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Rococo Giltwood Mirror, Stockholm, c. 1750s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A finely carved giltwood mirror with an elaborate Rococo crest of shells and scrollwork, typical of Swedish 18th century craftsmanship. The original mirror glass is divided in two pl...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
A Mid-Century Floor Lamp in Style of Paavo Tynell, Brass and Rattan, c. 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A slender brass floor lamp with a woven rattan shade and rattan wrapped stem detail. The combination of patinated brass and natural rattan is closely associated with Finnish mid-cent...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Three-Legged Stool, Scandinavia, late 19th Century
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A hand-carved three-legged stool with a deeply scooped seat and turned branch legs. Retains traces of its original dark green paint, worn down to the wood over more than a century of...
Category
Antique 19th Century Norwegian Primitive Stools
Materials
Pine
Antique Straining Box, Side Table, Wabi Sabi Scandinavia, 19th Century
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A pine box raised on shaped legs with decorative corner posts. Most likely used upside down as a strainer or draining rack, possibly for cheese or grain. The exact purpose is open to...
Category
Antique 19th Century Norwegian Primitive Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Antique Cobbler's Table, Side Table or Nightstand, Scandinavia, c. 1700s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A small work table in aged wood, with a single lockable drawer and turned legs. Likely a cobbler's table, used daily for generations. The top is worn to a beautiful patina.
Category
Antique 18th Century Norwegian Primitive Side Tables
Materials
Pine
Massive Primitive Log Cabinet, Scandinavia, c. 1700s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A cabinet hewn from a single massive log, with a hinged front panel of two plank doors and original iron strap hardware. The rounded, organic body retains all the character of the ra...
Category
Antique 18th Century Norwegian Primitive Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Finnsauna Stool, Pine, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Single low stool, attributed to Olof Ottelin. Solid pine with the characteristic split saddle seat and square legs. Originally designed for the sauna. Good vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Pine
Set of 4 Pine Bar Stools, attr. Olof Ottelin, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Set of four bar height pine stools, attributed to Olof Ottelin. Solid knotty pine with a saddle seat and oval grip cutout, four splayed legs and a stretcher. Originally designed for ...
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Pine
