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Material: Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish desk, circa 1960's. Solid trim and stunning book-matched veneer. Atomic shape top, curved front and rear doors and open bookcase. Fantastic profile from all sides!
An un...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
3-Light Mid-Century Modern Orbit Lamp in Brass, Teak and Milk Glass, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
3-Light Mid-Century Modern Orbit Lamp in Brass, Teak and Milk Glass, 1960s
Executed in milk glass, teak wood, brass and metal. The lamp needs 3 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Peter Lovig Danish Modern Teak Sliding Top Desk
By Lovig Dansk
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very nice Danish Modern Teak desk with a sliding top. The desk was made by Peter Lovig
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
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.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian mid century teak inlaid sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian mid century teak inlaid sideboard circa 1950.
Stunning mid century Swedish buffet / sideboard using flame mahogany veneers and inlay.
High board with shaped top, featu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
1960’s MCM Chelsea Arkana Safari Chair Maurice Burke Cognac Faux Leather & Teak
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Chelsea Safari Chair designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana Furniture wearing its original cognac faux leather or vinyl with a teak frame, tubular black metal runners, and steel screw details. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a couple small nicks in the vinyl and one small tear in the arm sling that have been reglued & repaired. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s.
This safari chair is EXACTLY what the designer ordered!! This is a SPECTACULAR vintage safari lounge chair model “Chelsea” designed...
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak & Tile Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & tile mid-century coffee table, circa 1960s. Original ceramic tiles and golden teak robust frame.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Ceramic
Mid-Century Danish Coffee Table in Teak, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Square teak coffee table made of Denmark.The frame consists of a frame made of solid teak. The plate is … Read more Square teak coffee table made of Denmark.The frame consists of a f...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Einar Barnes for P. S. Heggen Handled Teak Wastepaper Basket
By Einar Barnes , P.S. Heggen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Einar Barnes for P. S. Heggens Two Handled Teak Trash Can. Featuring a sculptural, molded Teak and Beech Plywood oval form, detailed vertical s...
Category
1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak, Plywood
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase desi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hand-Carved Teak Wood Sculpture Panel Depicting Dayak Mythology
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This unique teak carved panel depicts Dayak Tribal mythology. The Dayak people are some hundreds of various native groups found in the interior rain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Table by Komfort
By Komfort
Located in New York, NY
Unusually large grid coffee table made in Denmark by Komfort. This example has a solid teak frame, with three tinted glass panel inserts at the top. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Japanese Serie DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe 1958, Dutch design
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalistisch Japanese series DU03 sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958. Dutch design icon of high quality. The DU03 is one of the most famous but also most coveted sideboard...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$6,017 Sale Price
25% Off
Finn Juhl for France & Son Mid Century Danish Teak 532 Coffee Table
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Finn Juhl for France & Son Mid Century Danish Teak 532 Coffee Table
This coffee table measures: 57 wide x 21.25 deep x 21.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian Haveli Trunk with Iron-Clad Fittings
Located in Casteren, NL
A mid-19th century, Anglo-Indian Trunk with original ribbed iron fittings.
The trunk or chest is made in solid teak wood and richly decorated with hammered and forged iron strappin...
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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
$4,955 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury G Plan E.Gomme 6250 'Blofeld' Swivel Tilt Lounge Armchair UK 1960
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
The G Plan 6250 chair with its distinctive wingback was marketed as ‘The most comfortable chair in the world’. This really is exceptionally comfortable with...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Outdoor Mocha Swing Handmade Crochet in UV Protected Yarn with Burmese Teak Wood
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
These swings are light, dreamy and perfect for enjoying the outdoors. They are composed of nearly 100 handcrafted elements from a signature UV protected yarn, designed and produced e...
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2010s Israeli Teak Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern 3-Seater Z-Sofa by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
We present the icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design and a very rare model: the Z-sofa was designed by Danish designer Poul Jensen for the prestigious American manufacturer Selig ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Textile, Teak
Mid-Century Mahogany Wood and Brass Italian Serving Bar Cart, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Unique mid-century bar cart in mahogany wood and brass. This fantastic item was designed in Italy during the 1960s.
This magnificent bar cart is amazing because of the shape of th...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ilona Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Arne Norell for Scanform, Columbia
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in New York, NY
Illona lounge chair and Ottoman by Arne Norell for Scanform, Columbia in Caramel Brown Leather.
Ottoman: 17"H x 29"W x 24"D
Category
1970s Colombian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
A solid teak Italian mid-century dining table, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A unique and elegant dining table crafted from solid teak, originating from Italy in the 1950s.
Perfect for adorning a generous hospitality space, this table stands out for its hig...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen Refinished & Reupholstered In Your Fabric
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Danish Modern Sofa, designed by Bertil Fridhagen, Sweden, circa 1960s. It is currently being refinished and reupholstered, and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Console Or Pedestal
Located in New York, NY
Impressive sculptural console or pedestal hand made from beautiful century old teak wood. Fabulous on both sides. We cut the wood and polished the smooth section with a natural oil r...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, fabric, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s.
This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva' after ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Italian Dark Teak Slatted Wall Standing Coat Rack with Hooks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large teak slatted wall mount coat rack with 4 large black enameled bent wire 's' hooks. The hooks can be positioned on any desired slat and each hold a hat or 2 jackets or shirts. I...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wire
Danish Mid-Century Tall Teak Dresser, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Tall Teak Dresser, 1960s.
Very expressive Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers with six wide drawers. Long sleek pulls in solid teak on the drawer fro...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Made to Measure Table by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1960s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern Made to Measure dining room table.Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe.Striking Dutch design from the 1960s.Original teak veneered top with four...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Teak Wood Pedestal Burnt Finish Stunning Wood Textures, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite teak wood pedestal showcases the natural beauty of the wood, featuring stunning, intricate textures that highlight its rich grain. The dark burnt finish adds a dramati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, 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): 14.25” H x 11.5” W x 7.25“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.125...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic PJ-R-27-B, Circa 1955, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Authentic PJ-R-27-B by Pierre Jeanneret - This double-sided low cupboard, known as “5-hole rack” or "file rack” by Pierre Jeanneret, usually made in solid sisso (Indian rosewood) or ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Round to Oval Teak Expanding Dining Table Attr Gudme Mobel.
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern round to oval teak expanding dining table with 2 leaves Attributed to Gudme Mobelfabrik, made in Denmark. This piece has been attributed...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Sculptural Carved Teak Scandinavian Modern Wood Puzzle Box Richard Rothbard
Located in Wayne, NJ
Sculptural Carved Teak Scandinavian Modern Wood Puzzle Box Richard Rothbard . Hidden 3 compartments with insert protectors for jewelry , small storage piec...
Category
1970s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$296 Sale Price
20% Off
Vejle Stole Scandinavian Modern Teak Extension Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Scandinavian Modern teak veneer extension dining table by Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The table has been totally refinished with teak oil and a small ding was filled. We could apply poly if requested. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s.
Talk about Dazzling Danish Dining!!! This is an incredible rectangular shaped teak extension dining table designed by famed Danish artist Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik. It is STUNNING!!!! It is finely constructed in a minimalistic design indicative of Scandinavian Modern style with its straight clean lines and fabulous teak veneer. And the draw leaf feature is wonderful as the leaves are hidden under the tabletop making them very inconspicuous. When you need to extend, simply lift, and pull the leaves out from underneath the table. The versatility and convenience of this table is exceptional! It can be utilized as a smaller rectangle table...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
Set of Six Danish Modern Teak and Paper Cord Niels O. Moller Dining Chairs 71
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern dining chairs model no. 71 designed by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møller Møbelfabrik, made in Denmark. Features sculptural natural teak wood frames and retains the...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Gajanan Upadhyay, Slipper Chairs, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, NID, India, c. 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare and possibly unique slipper chairs / lounge chairs. Produced for the Ford Foundation, New Dehli, India. Design is attributed to Gajanan Upadhyay...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Metal Wall Coat Rack, France, 1960s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Den Haag, NL
Mid-Century Modern teak and metal wall coat rack, France, 1960s.
Should hang on the wall, mounting material is included.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diameter x 4.5” Height
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches)...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
DASSI - Piccolo tavolo, scrivania - Casetto centrale - Teak - ITALIA 1950.
By Dassi
Located in Milano, IT
DASSI - Piccolo tavolo , scrivania o console con cassetto centrale realizzato in acero massello , di linea pulita ed elegante , originale degli anni 50.
Molto robusta e stabile, e s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Oco Side Table in Solid Wood by Luteca for indoor outdoor use
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Oco side table by Jorge Arturo Ibarra is inspired by the graphic design ethos that characterized the 1960s, the table’s geo-metric volumes combine r...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Mid century modern teak tabour door Credenzas by Hans Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Beautiful Danish dark teak tabour door credenzas designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. One credenza has 2 birch adjustable shelves that are removable the other has 6 birch d...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$4,875 Sale Price
25% Off
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish sofa circa 1960's. Elegant lines with floating solid wood armrests and sleek legs. Original upholstery with significant wear, foam requires immediate replacement.
Unres...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Grete Jalk Teak Coffee Table for Glostrup Denmark
By Grete Jalk
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A teak wood coffee table with very well crafted upper lip to the top and stretchers to each leg having brass details . Manufactured in Denmark and designed by the iconic female desig...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Sherborne, GB
'Aristokrat' sofa designed by Bertil Freidhagan and manufactured by Broderna Andersson. A classic design from the 1960s.
The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame has strong,...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Bunny Williams Home Graham Dining Table
Located in New York, NY
Our Graham Dining table is made of radiant, sustainably sourced teak. Inspired by early 20th century French tables, the Graham features a five-plank top supported by a curvaceous tre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$4,600 / item
Outdoor Lounge Chair in Teak and Graphite Frame with Blue Fabric - Scalene Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Scalene lounge chair with dark blue fabric, graphite finish and teak arms. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
Striking in form and function, the Scalene lounge chair b...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large Italian Wardrobe in Teak with Brass Details
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, teak, maple, brass, Italy, 1950s
This exquisite large Italian wardrobe from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century design. This piece is crafted in rich teak wood ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dry Bar Sideboard Credenza c 1950/60's
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern sideboard, credenza, dry bar, constructed of teak, teak veneer, brass, rosewood and mirror. The cabinet features an asymmetrical case with slidi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood, Teak
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Stunning & Stylish & Rare Mid-Century Modern 3 Light Glass & Teakwood Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with teakwood and art glass shades.
This vintage light fixture has a beautiful look and feel and you will hardly ever find a light fixture...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Florence Knoll 6-Drawer Double Dresser in Teak with Satin Nickel Base 1960s
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 1960s Florence Knoll Chest of Drawers with white lacquered segmented dividers and satin nickel base.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Model FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This is a fine set of four FH4103 stackable heart tripod dining chairs, initially designed by Hans Wegner in 1952. These particular examples were manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denm...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Cabinet with Tambour Front, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Cabinet with Tambour Front, 1960s.
Small vintage Danish teak cabinet with tambour door by Bjerringbro Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s.
Danish modern archive cabinet w...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Mid Century Wooden Sewing Stool in Teak by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare French wooden mid century "sewing" stool in stained teak by Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier for Chandigarh India, 1950s. In good original condition with great patina from a...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 6 Benny Linden Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Fraser, MI
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs.
Four side chairs
Two arm chairs.
Signed: Benny Linden
Category
1970s Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$1,475 / set
Classic Kingsley Bate Fairfax Teak Outdoor Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Kingsley Bate teak garden bench having plaque on side.
seat depth 18
Arm height 24
Category
1980s American Adirondack Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Tapio Wirkkala, Serving Bowl in Silver with Teak Handle, TW-85, 1956
Located in Helsinki, FI
A leaf shaped silver serving dish with a teak handle, model TW85 designed and signed by Tapio Wirkkala. This dish is from 1956. A perfect example of Wirkkala's genious designs derive...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Silver
Pair of Eugen Schmidt Soloform Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare chairs!
Great form, steel legs with teak tips. Original leather is distressed. One chair has the original ES Soloform label.
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Banana Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen "Banana" sofa model 220. Manufactured by Slagelse Furnitureworks in Circa 1960. Original red wool fabric with Pirelli rubb...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Michael van Beuren Bauhaus Teak and Raffia Lounge Chair, circa 1940
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Mexican Modern Michael van Beuren teak and woven raffia lounge chair. Featuring a sturdy, functional, comfortable two piece Teak framework, two pegs to hold the seat in place, ergono...
Category
1930s Mexican Bauhaus Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Raffia, Teak
1960s Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished
- Minor signs of use
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, 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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