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Material: Teak
Hague School Dutch Art Deco Pair of Lounge Chairs in Beige Velvet and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, teak, velvet fabric, brass, the Netherlands, 1930s
This charming set of lounge chairs belongs to the Hague School, a movement that emphasizes geometric shapes, si...
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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Teak Writing Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Danish writing desk in teak designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik, Denmark. This versatile piece features unique spla...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1970’s Scandinavian Modern D Scan Teak Draw Leaf Expanding Dining Table
By D-Scan
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern D Scan teak draw leaf expanding dining table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new s...
Category
1970s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s Danish Modern Two Tier Teak Cocktail Trolley Serving Bar Cart
Located in Germantown, MD
1960s Danish drinks trolley in a wonderful vintage condition made from solid teak and teak plywood sitting on fully working casters. A three-ti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Rare and early freestanding Scandinavian Modern boomerang teak writing desk made in Denmark in the early 1950s. Asymmetrical...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Chandigarh Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A classic desk chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret, originally created for the iconic Chandigarh project in India during the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak, this chair features Jeanne...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Suelo® Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
This Solid Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair - The Suelo® is beautifully constructed from...
Category
2010s American Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Four Seat Wool & Teak Sofa
Located in Norwalk, CT
This sofa is an iconic example of Danish mid-century design. The silhouette of the sofa strikes a smooth and simplistic shape, with the gentle curves of the arms sloping elegantly fr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Hans J. Wegner style Vintage Danish swivel chair/office chair.
The teak armrests are upholstred with the original leather.
The seat and ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe Danish Style Bedroom Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with this Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire. This stunning wardrobe offers exceptional storage space, perfectly catering to your organization needs. Cra...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Danish Modern Set of 6 Jl Moller Dining Chairs, circa 1970
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 6 Niels Otto Moller dining chairs in teak. Wool fabric appears to be original and has some stains but no tears. Teak is in excellent vintage condition with minimal we...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Set of Five Model 3107 Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Arne Jacobsen
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen
Era: 1950s
Dimensions: 18″ wide x 18″ deep x 30″ tall, Seat: 17″ tall
Condition: Frames are in good original condi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s Set of Four Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs by Uldum Mobelfabrik
Located in Cordova, SC
Upholstery could use replacement due to some light discoloration, but can also be used as is. Chairs are all sturdy and comfortable.
Set of four side chairs by Johannes Andersen for...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Large Vintage Carved Chest, Burmese, Solid Teak Decorative Trunk, Art Deco, 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage carved chest. A Burmese, solid teak decorative trunk, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930.
Profusely decorated, wit...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Art Deco Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Small Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Coffee Table in Teak for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small outdoor 'Virkelyst' coffee table in teak for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations.
Virkelyst is a series of modern outdoor furniture with the comfort of indoor pieces. The simple wooden 100% FSC Certified teak frame features a slatted table top...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret A Leg Bench, 1950s Chandigarh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak bench titled the King Bench A Leg designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh. Imported from India with care, this bench tell a story far beyond what the eye can see.
...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
UNO & ÖSTEN KRISTIANSSON 41" Teak Wall Mirror for Luxus, 1960s, Sweden
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful large mirror designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö Möbelfabrik from the 1960s, Sweden. Massive teak wood frame with the genuine mirror with some oxidation ...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Danish Teak Mid-Century Tall Dresser Gentleman’s Chest Wardrobe
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful mid-century modern highboy, gentleman’s tall dresser, wardrobe, circa 1970’s. Don’t be fooled by the term “Gentleman’s Chest” – this high functioning storage piece is reall...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Nightstands in Perfect Condition
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of teak nightstands in a beautiful original vintage condition. Simple and light in their expression incorporating the simplistic Mid-Century Modern aesthetics that Danish desig...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Easy Armchair Arne Vodder for France & Son 1960
By Arne Vodder
Located in Portland, OR
A good original Danish Mid Century Modern teak & upholstered armchair, designed by Arne Vodder, circa 1960.
The chair cushions have just been professionally re-upholstered to a very ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
1960s Teak Extendable Coffee Table, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished
- can be extended 183 cm
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Sculptural Pair of Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs with Runner Legs, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of sculptural armchairs was designed and produced in Scandinavia in the 1950s.
The striking design features a sleek, sculptural teak wood frame with gently curved, ro...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Coffee Table
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A mid-century coffee table. Two tiered with lower magazine rack. Solid teak.
Dimensions: H 44.5cm W 130cm D 57.5cm
Origin: Danish
Date: Circa 1960
Item Number: 2111243
All of o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Taichiro Nakai Teak Wall Cabinet by Consorzio La Permanente Mobili, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Modular bookcase with structure in lacquered metal and wood. Glass tops and brass details.
Produced by Consorzio la Permanente Mobili, Italy, 1953
Taichiro Nakai is an incredibly...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
$16,355 Sale Price
40% Off
Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushion...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
$5,600 / set
Set of 2 Beds by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Denmark, 1950's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of two beds in Teak and Rattan by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960’s.
Beds: we all need them! We spend important hours in them...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Fine Asian Carved Teak 4 Panels Screen Room Divider Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Asian Carved Teak 4 Panels Screen Room Divider Mint!
Category
20th Century Southeast Asian Hollywood Regency Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage danish teak dining chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik 1960s
Set of four dining chairs in teak designed by Danish architect Henning/Hen...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Uno & Östen Kristiansson pendant lamp Made by Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden 1957
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, very rare long pendant lamp made of teak and opal glass, designed in 1957 by Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Manufactured by Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden.
Great minimalist Scandinavian...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Danish Modern Teak Dining Table with Extensions
Located in Dorchester, MA
A classic example of Danish modern design, this teak dining table sets a rounded-edge top on tapered legs. Two leaves accommodate extra seating.
...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Danish Modern Teak Plates / Chargers by Morsbak
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice set of six Danish Modern teak plates / chargers by Morsbak of Denmark, 1960s. The plates are in very good vintage condition and measure 11"D x .5"H a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Three-Drawer Teak Dresser or Chest by Borge Mogensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely gorgeous Danish modern three-drawer teak dresser / chest by Borge Mogensen, circa 1960s. The piece has been professionally refinished and looks fantastic! It is of superb ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H.W. Klein Teak and Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza
Located in Berkeley, CA
This breathtaking Danish modern midcentury teak credenza was designed by H.W. Klein and manufactured by Bramin in the 1960s. Left and right doors slide open to reveal adjustable shel...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak "GM11" Armchair by Svend Aage Eriksen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl model GM11 armchair by Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted elegant frame with swooping arms, perfectly scaled for any room!
Please inq...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Cubic Cigarette Table Lighter in Teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Simplistically made cigar/cigarette table lighter in solid teak and chrome-plated metal. Made in Scandinavia during the 1960s from excess furni...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$237 Sale Price
20% Off
G Plan "Fresco" Vanity in Teak With Articulating Mirror #2
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England
Designer: Victor B. Wilkins
Manufacturer: G Plan
Era: 1966
Materials: Teak, Afromosia
Measurements: 59″ wide x 18″ deep x 28″ tall (to top of desk), 47.5" tall (to to...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Opaque Glass Wall Lamps, 1960s, Scandinavian, Pair
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A pair of Danish wall lamps made in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare glass shape. The body of the lamp is beautiful teak wood.
The light requires one E14 light bulbs.
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Midcentury Swedish Modern Teak and Satin Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful vintage four-light chandelier was manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s. It is made of brass and teak and has got 4 satin opal glass lampshades.
Condition is very goo...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Opal, Brass
$1,706 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Chest of Drawers "Model 234" by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare teakwood edition of Børge Mogensen chest model "234" by cabinetmaker C.M. Madsen. Beautifully dark grained teakwood and patinated brass handles. 8 Drawers in different sizes wit...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 10 Wim Rietveld Pyramid Stacking Chairs in Teak with Black Enameled Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 10 Wim Rietveld Mid-Century stacking "Pyramid" chairs. The set consists of 2 teak and black enameled metal arm chairs (21" wide) and 8 matching side chairs for Ahren...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Robert Lighton British Khaki Teak Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet Silk Curtains 92"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Robert Lighton British Khaki X armoire / wardrobe / TV console / cabinet. Made of teak featuring dark ebonized finish with double jointed doors ...
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$5,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Good Size & Top Quality 2-Light Midcentury White & Grey Art Glass Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Very stylish Mid-Century Modern, 'swirling' circular pattern ceiling lamp.
This vintage light fixture has a beautiful look and feel and you will hardly ever find a light fixture fro...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
60s 70s teak wall shelf Wall Unit Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler Denmark
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak wall shelf Wall Unit Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler Denmark
Object: Wall Unit
Manufacturer: Kai Kristiansen, FM Mobler
Condition: vintage - good
Age: around 1960-1970...
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1960s Danish Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Rosewood Extending Dining Table Danish Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly stunning extending dining table by renowned furniture maker Robert Heritage, designed by Archie Shine. Made from rosewood and teak, the grain of the table top is absolutely b...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Rosewood
Japan Chair by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Danish Vintage Finn Juhl For France & Daverkosen Teak Japan Chair. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Chair has been reupholstered with a tex...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Circular Dining Table by Dyrlund
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century dining table, made in Denmark by Dyrlund. This dining table creates a perfect circle without the leaf extension and extends to an oval if desired. Made from rich teak woo...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Hans Wegner RY 16 chest of drawers, Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Elegant six-drawer cabinet in teak veneer Model Ry 16, design by Hans J. Wegner, produced by Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s
The purity of lines and the perfect balance of proportions imm...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Gentlemans Chest in Teak by Trekanten
By Trekanten
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Trekanten Møbelfabrik
Manufacturer: Trekanten Møbelfabrik
Era: 1950s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 32" wide x 17.5" deep x 34.75" tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Side Table in Teak, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Side table in teak with decorative globes around the edge. Made by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker in the 1950s. This timeless classic table will complement many interior styles. A mod...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Italian Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian bar cabinet, 1970s.
Dimensions: H= 122 cm; W= 104 cm; D= 45 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Italian Designer, Bench, Teak, Brass, Iron, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, brass and black-painted iron bench designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 15” H x 53” W x 13.5” D
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing Table by Rastad & Relling for Rasmus Solberg
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern sewing table or side table.
Design by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Rasmus Solberg.
Striking Norwegian design from the 1960s.
Solid teak b...
Category
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
$1,659 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Dining Set Erik Kirkegaard Model 49 & Danish Dining Table Circular
Located in Otley, GB
A fabulous dining set of four midcentury Danish Erik Kirkegaard dining chairs, model 49 & a beautiful teak Danish dining table. The teak dining chairs are a beautiful shape, curved &...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak dining chairs 1960s, set of 2.
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern side chairs in solid teak and reupholstered in off white Bouclé.
Wide curved backrest with stunning joinery details. Round tapered legs in solid teak. The teak has wonderful dark and warm color with visible grain pattern. Very smooth to the touch.
Seats have been reupholstered with new high density foam and very high quality Scandinavian Bouclé...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
1960's "Cleopatra" Narrow Daybed with Sapphire Blue Mattress and Bolster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, 1960's Cleopatra narrow daybed by A. R. Cordemeyer with white painted teak ends and enameled white metal frame. Comes with Pauline Sapphire Blue fabric mattress and bols...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
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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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Dutch Colonial Javanese Teak Settee with Carved Décor and Inset Woven Rattan
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Dutch Colonial period Javanese teak wood settee from the early 20th century, with inset woven rattan, carved back, large out-scrolling arms and curving legs. Created on the Island of Java during the early years of the 20th century, this teak wood settee attracts our attention to its generous lines and richly decorated back. Topped with large and graceful carved volutes, the back is connected to two large out-scrolling arms with carved rosettes in their extremities. The back, along with the seat, is made of hand-woven rattan. The settee is raised on four elegant feet, shaped like animal legs. This type of Dutch Colonial settee is derived from the English Grecian sofa...
Category
Early 20th Century Javanese Dutch Colonial Teak Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Teak 47-Inch Top Coffee Table with Jaguar Inspiration, Black Base, Pantê Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Pantê coffee table designed by Uultis Studio with 47-Inch teak top and black metal base. The Pantê coffee table combines artistry and practicality, featuring a 47-inch organic-shap...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg Teak Danish Modern Dining Room Table
Located in Wayne, NJ
Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg teak dining table. Teak extending dining table with pair of store away extension le...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands with single drawer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands with single drawer with brass handle. Simple small set of bedside tables with a lower shelf under drawer. Clean inside and out. Mad...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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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