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Danish Cabinetmaker Armchair with Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish cabinetmaker armchair recalls the peak of Danish mid-century modern design. Thanks to its curved shape, this model is exceptionally cosy and elegant. Curved cha...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Velour Lounge Chairs with Solid Wood Legs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The designer of these chairs evidently attached importance to form and function. With an open design profile, these chairs carry with them some of the fundamental characteristics and...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Elm Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for J.L. Møller Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1947
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This armchair was designed in 1947 by Arne Hovmand-Olsen (1919-1989) for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Aarhus, Denmark. It is one of the earliest designs created by Hovmand-Olsen, and ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Pair of Upholstered Art Deco Armchairs with Curved Armrests, France 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1930s and 1940s were remarkable eras for French design, marked by a unique blend of innovation and tradition. Among the many exquisite pieces from this period, this pair of armch...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Large Brass Wall Lamp with Rattan Shade by Paavo Tynell, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finnish mid-century design is characterised by simple, elegant forms, which Paavo Tynell was a master of. Like Finnish culture, he embraced timeless beauty, sustainability, and a dee...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Wrought Iron Wall Lamps with Orange Glass Shades, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
This exquisite pair of wrought iron wall lamps embody a harmonious blend of artistry and European mid-century craftsmanship. Each lamp is meticulously crafted from robust wrought iro...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Model "B205" Brass Table Lamps by ASEA, Sweden 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Swedish company ASEA was established in the early 1900s and has a renowned legacy in the world of high-quality lighting design models for residential and commercial spaces. The c...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Italian Mid-Century Armchair, Italy 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The mid-20th century marked a golden era for Italian interior design. Amidst a booming economy and a newfound sense of optimism, Italian designers began to explore new materials, exp...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Modern Brass Hanging Lamp with Openwork Element, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hanging lights have been used as decorative focal points for rooms since the early 20th century. In Scandinavian mid-century design, where interior lighting is of particular importan...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Upholstered Chairs by Eberhard Geißler, Germany 1974
Located in Utrecht, NL
VEB Möbelindustrie Oelsa-Rabenau, a notable manufacturer from the former German Democratic Republic (DDR), has been revered for producing high-quality, functional, and durable furnit...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Milk Glass
Limed Oak Desk in the Manner of René Gabriel, France 1940s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Utrecht, NL
The materials and techniques used by mid-century French cabinetmakers were directly derived from the possibilities offered by industrial production at the time. Oak has never gone ou...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Woven Cord Chairs in the Manner of Erich Dieckmann, Germany circa 1950s
By Erich Dieckmann
Located in Utrecht, NL
Erich Dieckmann was one of the pre-eminent furniture designers of the Bauhaus and, like Marcel Breuer, was experimenting with steel tubing, standardization, and geometric forms in th...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cord, Bentwood
Set of Two Carl Fagerlund Brass and Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Utrecht, NL
Many museums, churches and headquarters of large companies house the work of Scandinavian Modern lighting designer Carl Fagerlund. Initially an instructor of illustration, Fagerlund ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Beech and Papercord Armchairs by Frits Schlegel (Attr.), Denmark ca 1940
By Frits Schlegel
Located in Utrecht, NL
Frits Schlegel was a defining Danish functionalist architect and designer, and while highly successful as an architect, from the 1930s onward he also designed a number of furniture l...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
De Puydt Three-Seater Sofa with Upholstered Cushions, Belgium 1970s
By De Puydt
Located in Utrecht, NL
Technical ingenuity and mastery are indispensable, and fuel each other to achieve equally sublime and atmospheric results in De Puydt furniture. This three-seater sofa is an exceptio...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Plated Brass and Opal White Glass Wall Lamp by Paavo Tynell, Finland ca 1940s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell. came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, T...
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Opal, Brass
Brutalist Wall Lamp in Bronze, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-century modern lighting design was influenced by a variety of art movements, including Surrealism and the abstract expressionism of the 1950s. Surrealist art, which emerged in th...
Category
20th Century European Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Danish Cabinetmaker Papercord Chair, Denmark 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
In mid-century Danish design, timeless elegance and craftsmanship dominated the era, combined with the use of organic materials such as wood and papercord. Crafted from the warm brow...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood
Pair of Upholstered Easy Chairs in Teak, Germany Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The mid-century modern movement was more than a design trend - it was a new design ethos that emerged in a world recovering from war, seeking simplicity, functionality, and a break f...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Swedish Modern "Star" Lounge Chair by SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
The term Swedish Modern first became current in the 1930s, when modern Swedish design was becoming increasingly well known in Europe and the United States. However, it was at its hei...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
John Norelius Dirigold Art Nouveau Candelabra for AB Alco, Sweden 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The artists of Nordic Art Nouveau took inspiration from organic and natural forms, resulting in elegant designs with sinuous curves and lines. As this clever candelabra clearly demon...
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Danish Modern Two-Seater Sofa with an Accent Pillow, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While Danish design was also influenced by international exchanges and therefore trends, its modern qualities are timeless virtues originating from national traditions of simple func...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Three-Seater "Langenthal" Sofa by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer Arne Norell’s designs gained recognition for their use of traditional materials, like fabrics and wood, combined with simple and vanguard lines. This three-seater ‘L...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rust-Coloured Ceramic Object by Vicky Mantz-Beurskens (Attr.), Netherlands 1980s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This one-of-a-kind, rust-coloured ceramic piece stands out with its geometric, squared design and robust structure. The warm, earthy tone - reminiscent of aged metal - coupled with t...
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Birch "Lundi-sit" Chairs by Gijs Boelaars for Lundia, Netherlands 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of ‘Lundi-sit’ chairs, designed by Gijs Boelaars for Lundia in the 1970s, are a testament to the innovative and minimalist design ethos of that era. These chairs exemplify ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Three Lisa Johansson-Pape "13-005" Wall Lights for Stockmann Orno, Finland 1950s
By Stockmann-Orno, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lisa Johansson-Pape once said: "A lamp is not the actual purpose, but more like an instrument. It must fulfill its purpose as a provider of light, but at the same time, it must also ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Six Solid Oak Dining Chairs in the Manner of Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive mid-century dining set is representative of the fundamental principles of Scandinavian design that revolve around quality and functionality, paired with a distinctive...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of 6 Guillerme et Chambron "Thierry" Dining Chairs, France 1970s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This stunning set of six 'Thierry' dining chairs, designed by the renowned French duo Guillerme et Chambron, showcase an exquisite blend of elegant aesthetics and rustic design eleme...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Lounge Chair Upholstered in Off-White Sheepskin, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The rise of Danish furniture is deeply rooted in the transformative shift in design philosophy during and post-World War II. Danish designers turned limitations into creative opportu...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Rauni Peippo "Apila" Stools for Stockmann Orno, Finland 1960s
By Stockmann-Orno
Located in Utrecht, NL
These famous pine stools by Finnish interior designer Rauni Peippo are the most famous model from the ‘Apila’ set, which is comprised of a table and bar stools as well. It is one of ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Pine
Rauni Peippo "Apila" Stool for Stockmann Orno, Finland 1960s
By Orno Stockmann
Located in Utrecht, NL
This famous pine stool by Finnish interior designer Rauni Peippo is the most famous model from the ‘Apila’ set, that contains a table and bar stools as well. It is one of those models that is immediately recognizable thanks to its shape.
Finnish design is appreciated around the world for its minimalistic appearance, playful forms and strict functionalism. After Finland became independent, a dialogue with nature was to become the prime force in the ongoing evolution of Finnish design. This relationship with nature was much in evidence in 20th century Finnish design, which actively expanded on the metaphors and motifs therein. This progression is evident in this iconic stool. “Apila” means “clover” in Finnish, which comes as no surprise; the four leaf clover-shaped seat is carved from pine wood, enhancing the already organic impression of this model. It is infinitely stylish, with sleek tapered legs that counterbalance the round, soft edges of the body. The design dates to the mid-century and the first manufacturer was Stockmann Orno, a manufacturer with a history that dates back to 1862. (It is still the largest department store in the Nordic countries.)
This stool was previously misattributed to fellow Finnish designer, Lisa Johansson-Pape, but is now well-documented. Thanks to its sturdy construction and undeniable style, this ‘Apila’ stool...
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Pair of Slipper Chairs Upholstered in Sheepskin, Europe 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The slipper chair first appeared in Europe during the late 1600s. They were given their name due to their low seat height and short legs. It was said that they looked like someone had put slippers on them - and that’s exactly what they were used for, a place to sit while slipping on shoes.
The construction of these slipper chairs...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Metal Lattice Lounge Chairs With Upholstered Pillows, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of metal lounge chairs present a unique and captivating blend of industrial and vintage aesthetics, characterised by their robust metal frames and plush, rounded cushions. ...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Sheepskin, Netherlands 1960s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the plethora of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the acclaimed Dutch furniture manufacturer’s first permanent designer. Ruth’s work significantl...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Art Deco White Chrome Metal and Opal Glass Hanging Lamp, Europe ca 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco lighting used simple geometric shapes and patterns with clean symmetrical lines to give a bold, new modern lighting look for the 1920s and 1930s. A whole new world of lighti...
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Art Deco Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the design-wise glamorous world of 1930s Europe, exceptional seating pieces emerged that remain and still embody Art Deco elegance. These lounge chairs, with their distinctive fea...
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Leather "V12" Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø believed that furniture should be built to last, to indulge the body and to please the eye. He belonged to a group of designers who represent...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Chile" Sofa by Svante Skogh for AB Klings Alingsås, Sweden 1950s
By Svante Skogh
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pleasantly elegant sofa is from the “Chile” series by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh. His seating designs are exceedingly rare - especially the “Chile” series - making this sofa...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Adjustable Brass Wall Lights by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Utrecht, NL
With a legacy spanning over seven decades, Hans-Agne Jakobsson has redefined modern design by seamlessly blending form and function. His designs’ unique quality lies in effortlessly ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Model "15704" Brass and Leather Floor Lamp for Böhlmarks, Sweden 1940s
By Bohlmarks
Located in Utrecht, NL
The twentieth century emerged as a golden era where linear forms seamlessly intertwined with function, giving rise to timeless pieces that continue to captivate contemporary sensibil...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ceramic and Brass Table Lamps by Pirkko Pylvänäinen, Finland 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These unique table lamps were designed in an era in which Finland saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models; it was a period of consistency, excellence, and sophistica...
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of AB Stilarmatur Tranås Brass Floor Lamps with Sphere Base, Sweden 1960s
By AB Stilarmatur Tranås
Located in Utrecht, NL
Tranås Stilarmatur is known for its minimalist, contemporary designs, which often feature simple, geometric shapes and clean lines. The company's product line includes a wide range o...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Upholstered Club Chairs, Czechoslovakia 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Amidst the tumultuous political landscape of 1970s Czechoslovakia, designers demonstrated remarkable resilience. Despite the constraints imposed by the era, they managed to create in...
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Oak Coffee Table with Black and Red Ceramic Tiles, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This brilliant coffee table with red and black ceramic tiles is a piece characterised by the design genius of Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron. It visually represents why Votre ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Upholstered Otto Schulz (Attr.) Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1930s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
This two-seater sofa, attributed to the German-born Swedish designer Otto Schulz, is a beautiful example of the furniture designer’s repertoire of cleverly constructed pieces. With a...
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Alpaca, Wood
Four Carl Fagerlund Brass and Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Utrecht, NL
Many museums, churches and headquarters of large companies house the work of Scandinavian Modern lighting designer Carl Fagerlund. Initially an instructor of illustration, Fagerlund ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mauri Almari "71020" Wall Lights for Idman, Finland 1950s
By Mauri Almari, Idman
Located in Utrecht, NL
It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century lighting design without mentioning Finland and the Finnish “masters of light”. By the 1950s, Finland had established itself as a fo...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 "Charlotte" Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
This stunning set of six ‘Charlotte’ chairs, designed by the renowned French duo Guillerme et Chambron, showcase an exquisite blend of elegant aesthetics and rustic design elements. ...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Göran Malmvall “Svensk Fur” Bench for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1960s
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Svensk Fur” bench is a nod to modernist design with traditional Swedish craftsmanship. The design relays an insight about the society and culture...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
This armchair is elegant and comfortable evidence of the mastery and artistry of the European cabinetmakers who defined mid-20th century modern seating. This chair is of the highest ...
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Mid-Century Brass and Glass Pendant Lamp, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The best thing about pendant lights—besides their stylish look—is that they are an excellent option for making interiors appear more spacious. They can focus light or add an accent t...
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of “Petit Repos” Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of oaken “Petit Repos” lounge chairs deserve their title of iconic, both in terms of quality and design. This model visually represents the very reason Votre Maison, the Fr...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Stone and Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Star Decorations, France 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This coffee table, crafted in France during the 1940s, is a remarkable piece that reflects the design sensibilities of the era. It was created just after Art Deco’s deep influence in...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
"Orion" Sofa by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1, Folke Jansson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Sweden contributed to the progression of form and function in its own way, based on long-standing traditions, natural resources, and the critical - yet often coincidental - availability of creative genius. Folke Jansson was certainly one of the latter, designing unique forms with an artistic touch.
Jansson is a designer who is difficult to define, being the creator of daily objects which are far from the organic forms of Alvar Aalto, and yet not aiming for the minimalism of Arne Jacobsen or Poul Kjaerholm. His experimentation has led him to play both with the free forms embedded into materials, and with the geometric shapes superimposed on them. This ‘Orion’ sofa...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Modern "Star" Sofa for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
The term Swedish Modern first became current in the 1930s, when modern Swedish design was becoming increasingly well known in Europe and the United States. However, it was at its hei...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Persian Crackle Glaze Table Lamp by Marianne Starck, Denmark 1960s
By Marianne Starck, Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Utrecht, NL
German-born Marianne Starck (1938–2007) was one of Denmark’s leading ceramic designers in the 20th century. Starck was art director of the Danish pottery company Michael Andersen & S...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Upholstered Danish Highback Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish design emerged as a prominent contributor to the Scandinavian design philosophy, with many of the most well-known designers from the mid-20th century hailing from Denmark. The...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen "AX" Coffee Table, Denmark 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
With warm tones, exceptional versatility, and crafted with a range of appealing materials, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen furniture showcase the Danish duo’s penchant for innovation and durable design. For decades, the pair created sleek coffee tables - like this piece - that are characterised by the practicality and elegance commonly attributed to Scandinavian modernism.
In mid-century modern design, the use of wood held a special significance: it was not merely a material choice, but a philosophy that emphasised the natural and organic over the ornate and extravagant. The design of this coffee table is inspired by the mid-century inclination towards elemental shapes, featuring a simple, elegant circle as its tabletop, supported by four straight legs connected by overlapping cross stretchers. This minimalist approach combined with solid wood creates a timeless appearance that resonates with any design style. Furthermore, round tables, such as this model, held a special place in mid-century design. Their open, unobtrusive look fosters social interaction, making them ideal for gathering, discussion, and shared experiences. The absence of sharp corners enhances safety and flow within a space, promoting a harmonious environment. This table has a humble but well-thought-out structure that relies on its material for its aesthetic, with a natural expression dominated by the natural beauty of the wood and its characteristics. The most eye-catching design (and functional) element remains the cross stretchers connecting the legs. Albeit simple, its uncommon overlap - as opposed to bisecting - design catches the eye, and contrasts effectively with the top.
The design of this table encapsulates a rich moment in furniture design history. It's a tangible embodiment of the mid-20th century era’s focus on materiality and craftsmanship, while also reflecting the innovative spirit of Danish designers like Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some marks and scratches on the wood.
Dimensions:
36.22 in Ø x 22.05 in H
92 cm Ø x 56 cm H
Literature:
Fritz Hansen catalogue, 1951
About the Designers:
Both Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen attended what is now the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, with Mølgaard-Nielsen having completed his studies under the Danish furniture design pioneer and architect Kaare Klint. Trained as an architect and cabinetmaker, Hvidt established his own firm in 1940 and taught at his alma mater for a few years. After they won a design competition held in Stockholm, Hvidt partnered with Mølgaard-Nielsen in 1944 to establish their firm in Copenhagen.
The collaboration between Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years. Aside from having created a wardrobe for the Queen of Denmark as well as numerous architectural structures, the pair’s flagship achievements include 1944’s teak Portex chair...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
A Pair of Art Deco Armchairs with Tartan Pattern Upholstery, Europe ca 1910s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1910s marked an era where modernism began intertwining with the burgeoning Art Deco movement, heralding a transition from ornate, elaborate designs to more streamlined, geometric...
Category
Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
