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Material: Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Daybed Sofa France and Sons Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Rare Extra Long Danish modern Minerva Daybed Sofa. Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart circa 1960's. Beautiful sleek Mid Century Design. Rare extra long size...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian mid century chandelier in teak, brass & glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1950s. Crafted from brass, it features five curved arms extending from a cone-shaped cent...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Teak, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 61.25"H x 21.0"W x 18.0"D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.5" ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Daybed w/ Leather Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.875"H x 4.875"W x 7.375"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Tripod Sculpted Teak Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Teak
Børge Mogensen Style Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Three Section Shelving Unit
By Børge Mogensen, Hjørnebo System
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome and highly functional Danish Mid-Century modular wall unit, inspired by the refined yet practical ethos of Børge Mogensen. Crafted in richly grained, book-matched rosewood, ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Sculptural Wall-Mounted Mid-Century Teak Console, Style of Ico Parisi, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary and rare Mid-Century wall-mounted teak console, exquisitely crafted and evocative of the visionary work of Italian designer Ico Parisi. Strikingly sculptural and hig...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Sculptured Table Lamps by AB Tranås Stilarmatur, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Round Rock, TX
A beautifully understated pair of table lamps by AB Tranås Stilarmatur, a Swedish lighting firm known for clean lines and exceptional craftsmanship.
Made in solid teak with organic...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Poul Cadovius Teak Bookcase Shelves For Royal System 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic Poul Cadovius for Royal System . Denmark 1960s Bookcase . The perfect solution , for your storage problems
Takes not muts space ,and can holt a lot . Rare...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Arne Vodder Drop Leaf Desk Denmark Teak Sliding Drawers 1960's MCM
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Arne Vodder for H.Sigh and son desk with drop-leaf and sliding rails-allowing the drawers to be on either side. Vintage circa 1960s with nice rich patina. The leaf hangs fr...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Arne Hovmand - Olsen Teak Credenza / Server Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted teak wood credenza / server fashioned by the early cabinetmakers in Denmark with exceptional wood graining the doors . Sculptural pulls to the fronts of the four...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century Danish modern tall wide Teak Dresser Wardrobe Clean Nordisk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern tall teak dresser credenza 8-drawers on left that is labeled Nordisk Andels-Eksport - Made in Denmark. Good vintage condition. Has right cabinet door with 3...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,400 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.125"H x 3.0"W x 3.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (In...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, 2 Available!
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice Teak Drop-Leaf Table! Can be used with one or two leaves opened. Perfect for against the wall or center stage! 2 Tables Available. Newly refinished! Each leaf is 25.5 long ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Authentic 1950s Modernist Ceiling Light, Frosted Ripple Glass and Teak Detail
Located in Lisse, NL
Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount with Frosted Glass and Teak – 1950s
Some pieces just feel right the moment you see them — this mid-century flush mount is one of those. Made in the 19...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Svend Åge Madsen Sled Legs Teak Desk 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak desk by Svend Åge Madsen for HP Hansen Denmark 1960s. With 3 drawers each site, sled legs and front with book compartment. Key incl.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Teak & Steel Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries for EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Dutch mid-century modern design, this executive desk was designed by Friso Kramer and Coen de Vries for EEKA (Eindhovense Eisen- en Kantoorartikelenfabriek) in ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Plywood tea trolley by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi for Stilcasa
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare tea trolley by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi for Stilcasa from the 50s. Made of teak veneered plywood and black lacquered metal. The top shelf is also a tray and lies loose on t...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Jens Quistgaard Teak Peppermill for Dansk, Denmark, 20th Century
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jens Quistgaard Teak Pepper Mill for Dansk, Denmark, 20th Century.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
ASEA, Wall Lights, Teak, Metal, Acrylic, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable teak, brass, white-lacquered metal and opaline acrylic wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 5.125"H x 7.5"W x 4.2...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 8-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.875"H x 10.875"W x 5.25"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.125"...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Telephone Bench
Located in Harlingen, TX
An adorable vintage mid-century modern teak telephone entryway bench circa 1980. It features a single drawer table on one side, a cushioned seat on the ...
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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AT 309 Drop leaf table
Located in Portland, OR
Solid teak top, oak legs and beautifully patinated brass supports. Model 309 dining table by Hans Wegner, made by Andreas Tuck. Denmark 1950s. Scarce model. Beautiful condition gentl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
BJS Skellefteå, Table Lamps, Brass, Teak, Metal, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass, brown-lacquered metal and teak table lamps produced by BJS Skellefteå, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5"H x 6.0"W x 11.25"D
Bulb Spec...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Original Mid Century Modern G Plan Teak Fresco Long 4 Door Drawer Credenza 1966
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & long Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza by G Plan, from the "Fresco" range, 1966.
The credenza having a central bank of four graduated drawers flanked by cup...
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Large and impressive Teak Executive Desk by D-Scan
By D-Scan
Located in South Charleston, WV
39 1/8 deep, 72.5" wide and 28.25" tall. A large, well-crafted, and impressive 1970s danish modern teak executive desk by D-Scan. This is a very heavy desk. Clean Danish modern-inspired design distinguished by 3.75” wide solid teak legs with exposed finger joinery in the style of Niels Bach or Peter Hvidt. Expansive top features very handsome highly figured grain. Finished on all sides, allowing for flexible room placement. Five drawers with flush-mount solid brass hinged ring pulls. Top right drawer locks, though key is no longer extant. Bottom right drawer has rails for hanging file folders. Privacy panel is inset 14” from the back, providing plenty of room for opposing chairs...
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1970s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Teak Weather Station by Barigo, Germany, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish and sleek wall or table weather station with thermometer, barometer and hygrometer. Designed and made in Germany during the 1960'erne by Barigo.
Measurements: W: 17.5 cm,...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Acrylic, Teak
Rare Bitossi Drink Stand, Italy 1950's
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
An amazing ceramic drink stand on a teak pedestal, the ceramic is filled with tricolors crackled fused glass, a process called “Fritte.”
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Glass, Teak
Italian Curved Teak Backlit Bevel Mirror by Ico Parisi for ISA, 1968
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular and incredibly rare backlit mirror in curved teak beveled mirror designed by Ico Parisi and produced by ISA Bergamo in Italy in 1968.
The outstanding quality of the wo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Expertly Restored -Expanding Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Draw-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions
29in H x 61in W - 108.50in W x 39.75in D
2x Extension Leaf 23.75in
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Solid Teak Bookcase By Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen -Denmark Circa 1960
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant minimalist teak bookcase having box-joint corners signature in design to Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Stunning grain throughout with ample shelf space. Shelves are...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Large Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design was very unusual.
The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very ...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Plastic, Teak
Tobia Scarpa "Nibay" extendable teak dining table for Gavina, Italy, 1961
By Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A versatile extendable teak wood table, model Nibay, designed by Tobia Scarpa and produced by Gavina, Italy, 1961. It comfortably seats between six and ten people, depending on the c...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Ry Møbler Style Danish Teak Storage Cabinets with Interior Shelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century locking double door teak storage cabinets with shelves. Lovely wood grain with angled teak legs. In original condition with some visible wear and fading consistent with r...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Modular Sofas with Walnut Finish Base and Built-in Tables, Ruy Line
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of modular Ruy sofas with table tops, walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
Designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, this pair of modul...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Mid Century Modern Teak Tambour Door Fitted Gentleman's Wardrobe / 1960 England
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful mid century fitted wardrobe by Austinsuite. England C1960.
This piece is beautifully made with an elegant tambour door design and fitted interior. The tambour door sets...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Antique Dutch Colonial Rustic Round Teak Dining Table
Located in Centennial, CO
A gorgeous antique 1920s round Dutch Colonial dining table crafted in Java, Indonesia (a Dutch colony until 1945) out of teak. Signs of use and age, including old burns and patches, ...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Early 1950s Scandinavian Double Wall Unit / Bookcase
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A beautifully designed mid-century modern wall unit from Sweden, dating back to the early 1950s.
Materials: Teak veneer, golden teak, and beech supports
Storage:
Left cabinet: Four ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$3,217 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,700 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak by Mummenthaler & Meier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk called the "Magic Box", designed by Swiss Mummenthaler and Meier. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,625 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Queen teak Platform bed headboad with blanket storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid century Danish Modern Teak Platform Queen Size Bed. Beautiful Platform bed that sits on a platform base. It has (2) top teak flip up doors in the headboard for Blanket o...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$3,375 Sale Price
25% Off
Albert Larsson, Coffee Table, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak coffee table designed by Albert Larsson and produced by Alberts I Tibro, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.75"H x 73.5"W x 43.0"DAll items ship from High Poin...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Cascade Lamp with Teak Accents, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful set of three cascading opaline shades connected to a teak wooden designed structure a typical fifties Scandinavian design to create a warm light accent in your home.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Low 8 Drawer Dresser with Brass Finger Pulls
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern teak tall 8 drawer low dresser brass finger pulls. Very nice construction all drawers are clean inside and out and slide smooth. Very unique brass finger pulls. Lo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,975 Sale Price
30% Off
Hans Wegner Early Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen Original Fabric 1951, Stamped
Located in Vienna, AT
Collectors set of two labeled, stamped very early Papa Bear AP 19 chairs (number 13+16)
Made in Denmark, Designer Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen, around 1951.
Priced as a pair; we will ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark.
Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,997 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Teak Media Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak media cabinet, circa 1960's. Dual drawers and open cubby with adjustable shelf. Great as is condition with aftermarket cable holes.
Please inquire for international shipping ra...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Designer, Small Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Backplate Dimensions (inches): 5.88" H x 2.81" W x .75" D
Bulb Specification: E-14
N...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century “Bow‑Tie” Dining Table by Harvey Probber, Inc 1955, Teak & Brass
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A refined dining table designed by Harvey Probber and produced by Harvey Probber, Inc., USA, circa 1955. Sometimes referred to as the “Bow-Tie” table, this piece features a gently cu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Cute Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite Danish modern teak 5 drawer dresser with carved handles. Great Modern Danish small dresser. Clean inside and out. Made in Denmark circa 1960. ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$1,875 Sale Price
25% Off
Midcentury Rare Solid minimalist Rosewood Expandable Dining Table with 1 Leaf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning midcentury solid rosewood minimalist expandable rectangle dining table with 1 nesting leaf. This is a beautiful dining table. Amazing solid rosewood tapered legs and Woodwor...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Teak, Pine
$8,750 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage German Modern King size teak bed frame with springs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage German Modern King size teak veneer bed Frame with springs headboard and footboard. Just add a Mattress. Fits King size mattress does not need a box spring. Located in Brookl...
Category
1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
To connect today’s modern styles with the craftsmanship of the past, it’s essential to understand how to care for your furniture. This rare pair of Svend Skipper Model 91, also known...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe storage cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe cabinet. Behind the doors are open shelves. (8) adjustable shelves total with pins. (4) on the left and (4) on the right side. Great fo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Armoire vintage style scandinave en teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Armoire vintage style scandinave des années 60, en teck, pieds compas, beaux rangements : 2 portes avec une partie penderie avec étagère et une partie avec 3 étagères, 1 clé pour les...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Teak Dining Chairs By Johannes Norgaard
By Nørgaards Møbelfabrik, Johannes Norgaard
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of 4 Sculptural teak Scandinavian dining chairs by par Nørgaards Møbelfarik in 1963. Original black simili leather.
Nørgaards Møbelfabrik (Manufacturer),Johannes Norgaard (Make...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Danish Leather Stool by Finn Juhl for France and Son
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable leather stools from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high -quality workmanship.
The teak frame is particularly beautifully shaped.
The new leather pillo...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Antique, New and Vintage Teak Furniture and Decor
Antique, new and vintage teak furniture has enduring classic appeal.
While teak credenzas, lounge chairs and coffee tables are luxurious additions to any living room or other interior space, teak outdoor furniture dazzles on patios and by the pool — teak is durable and strong, and can withstand extreme weather conditions. Whether you're indoors or outside, furnishings made of this tropical hardwood tree species have long been popular with design enthusiasts of all kinds.
Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers, who also pushed it to the brink of extinction.
“Teak is incredibly slow-growing, so much of what is still harvested is young, and from a sustainability standpoint, this is far from ideal,” says Brian Volk-Zimmerman of Volk Furniture in Brooklyn. When he does use it, he only goes for reclaimed teak, as many species of the tree have been over-forested.
It wasn’t always this way. In the previous century, according to Jenny Cashin — owner of the shop Mid-Century Modern Home, in British Columbia — Danish designers, and Scandinavian modernists in general, harvested teak as much as they liked. This enhanced their pieces’ handcrafted look and came to define the timeless simple shapes of mid-century modern design. “We still see current teak deck furniture that’s very porous and light,” says Cashin, who specializes in Danish modern and mid-century modern furniture made between 1940 and 1970. However, she notes, “it’s not the same caliber.”
Old-growth teak, aged 150 to 500 years old, is far denser, with a pronounced telltale grain, Cashin says. Though she can’t speak to why it found favor with Danish designers like Jens Risom, an incredibly accomplished, still-obscure furniture designer who created sideboards, dining tables and more in teak. Cashin believes their choice came down to aesthetics. Ben Erickson, a furniture maker in Brooklyn whose leather lounge chair is made of teak, believes it may have been the material’s workability. “Even though it’s not the best on blades because it has a high mineral content, it is really beautiful to turn and shape by hand,” he says. “You can get an amazing luster by hand sanding and oiling it.”
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