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Material: Teak
Mid Century Danish Bear Lounge Chair by Bent Møller Jepsen
Mid Century Danish Bear Lounge Chair by Bent Møller Jepsen

Mid Century Danish Bear Lounge Chair by Bent Møller Jepsen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Mid century danish bear lounge chair by Bent Møller Jepsen for Simo Denmark 1959. Beautiful, rarely offered bear chair. Early production. Legs and ends of the armrests in solid teak....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Sculptural Teak Wood Bench, Modern Organic, Stunning Wood Textures, Dark Brown
Sculptural Teak Wood Bench, Modern Organic, Stunning Wood Textures, Dark Brown

Sculptural Teak Wood Bench, Modern Organic, Stunning Wood Textures, Dark Brown

By Asian Modern

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Inspired by the contours of Bamboo, this bench was designed without any straight lines or edges. The bench was meticulously sculpted to the perfect shape from solid teak wood. The wo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Pair of Model 6361 Teak Speakers by Luxor Brilliant
Pair of Model 6361 Teak Speakers by Luxor Brilliant

Pair of Model 6361 Teak Speakers by Luxor Brilliant

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Luxor Brilliant Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 11" wide x 11" deep x 17.5" tall Condition: In excellent original cond...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Coffee Table in Teak w/ Ceramic Mosaic Inlay, Johannes Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
Coffee Table in Teak w/ Ceramic Mosaic Inlay, Johannes Andersen, Denmark, 1970s

Coffee Table in Teak w/ Ceramic Mosaic Inlay, Johannes Andersen, Denmark, 1970s

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a true Danish Modern treasure: a rare, signed coffee table designed by the well respected and prolific Johannes Andersen. Featuring a table top constructed from ceramic t...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

FD144 Armchairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Oak & Teak, 1953
FD144 Armchairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Oak & Teak, 1953

FD144 Armchairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard, Oak & Teak, 1953

Beautiful set of two FD144 armchairs in designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in 1953. The frame of the armchairs is in oak and teak with the ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Sideboard, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Sideboard, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Sideboard, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Elegant teak sideboard from Denmark. This sideboard impresses with its minimalist form. The simple front is almost level and features hardly any decorative details. Even the rounded...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen — 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen — 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen — 1960s

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

This beautiful chest of drawers was designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in the 1960s. It has three drawers with distinctive round carved teak handles — a bold and sculptural detail that ma...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolling Bar Cart with Secret Compartment
Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolling Bar Cart with Secret Compartment

Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolling Bar Cart with Secret Compartment

Located in New York, NY

Crafted of solid teak, with original castors in good working condition, the upper tray is removable for serving, while the fixed lower shelf is designed to hold bottles, decanters an...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk with Bookcase, 1960s
Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk with Bookcase, 1960s

Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk with Bookcase, 1960s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This Danish modern teak executive desk embodies the thoughtful craftsmanship and functionality that made Scandinavian furniture of the 1960s so enduring. Beautifully constructed in D...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

Danish Teak Desk, 1960s
Danish Teak Desk, 1960s

Danish Teak Desk, 1960s

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Danish Teak Desk, 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Danish desk, teak, 1960s Very good condition. Origin: Denmark Dimensions: height: 74 cm, width: 145 cm, depth: 75 cm   

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Freestanding Teak Shelf System 1950s with Cabinets
Danish Freestanding Teak Shelf System 1950s with Cabinets

Danish Freestanding Teak Shelf System 1950s with Cabinets

Located in Handewitt, DE

Danish freestanding and conical shaped teak shelf system with cabinets, bar, shelfes and double chest of drawers. With nice teak color and in origina...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Set of 3 Teak Coat Rack by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Furniture, 1960s
Set of 3 Teak Coat Rack by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Furniture, 1960s

Set of 3 Teak Coat Rack by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Furniture, 1960s

By Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Hamburg, DE

Wall coat rack from the Danish manufacturer Odder Furniture based on a design by Aksel Kjersgaard from the 1960s. A simple draft of Danish design. The wardrobe consists of three indi...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Teak Bedframe by Jespersen of Denmark
Danish Teak Bedframe by Jespersen of Denmark

Danish Teak Bedframe by Jespersen of Denmark

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous mid century modern teak queen platform bed made by Jespersen. Set includes headboard, footboard, and siderails. Please confirm location with seller (NY or NJ)

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...

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Mid-20th Century Teak Furniture

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Teak

Set of Three Like New Mid-Century Danish Vikings Figures w/ Box by Jacob Jensen
Set of Three Like New Mid-Century Danish Vikings Figures w/ Box by Jacob Jensen

Set of Three Like New Mid-Century Danish Vikings Figures w/ Box by Jacob Jensen

By Jacob Jensen

Located in San Diego, CA

Set of three like new mid-century Danish viking figures made of mixed woods with original box by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figures are in excellent vintage condition and measure...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak, Walnut

Mid-Century Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Teak Large Rare Table Mirror, Sweden
Mid-Century Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Teak Large Rare Table Mirror, Sweden

Mid-Century Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Teak Large Rare Table Mirror, Sweden

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This rare mid-century table mirror in brass and teak was produced in Sweden at AB Markaryd and designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. The mirror stands on a teak foundation and has a swing...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

1960s Set of Four Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs by Uldum Mobelfabrik
1960s Set of Four Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs by Uldum Mobelfabrik

1960s Set of Four Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs by Uldum Mobelfabrik

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal

Danish Modern Arne Hovmand-Olsen Shield back Teak Dining Chairs
Danish Modern Arne Hovmand-Olsen Shield back Teak Dining Chairs

Danish Modern Arne Hovmand-Olsen Shield back Teak Dining Chairs

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

This set of five Sheild -Back dining chairs was designed by Danish modernist Arne Hovmand-Olsen in 1959-62 for Onsild Møbelfabrik. Crafted from solid teak, each chair features a gen...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Dining Chair In Teak Upholstered With Green Fabric By Erik Buch From 1960s
Dining Chair In Teak Upholstered With Green Fabric By Erik Buch From 1960s

Dining Chair In Teak Upholstered With Green Fabric By Erik Buch From 1960s

By Erik Buch

Located in Lejre, DK

Erik Buch dining chair from the 1960s in teak and green fabric. Classic Danish design. — Origin: Denmark — Designer: Erik Buch — Period: 1960s — Material: Teak wood and green fabric...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, teak and pink fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5"H x 5.0"W x 7.5"D Back Plate...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

1950s Hans J. Wegner GE7 Daybed for Getama in Teak & Cane
1950s Hans J. Wegner GE7 Daybed for Getama in Teak & Cane

1950s Hans J. Wegner GE7 Daybed for Getama in Teak & Cane

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Victoria, BC

Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama during the 1950s, the GE-258 daybed is one of the finest examples of Danish Modern furniture, embodying the balance between elegant craftsmanshi...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Cane, Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Modern Teak Wood Coffee Table with Charred Finish
Andrianna Shamaris Modern Teak Wood Coffee Table with Charred Finish

Andrianna Shamaris Modern Teak Wood Coffee Table with Charred Finish

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

A century old single teak slab shaped like a butterfly is turned into a one of a kind coffee table. We added thick cone style legs and charred one time to a chocolate brown and with ...

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2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak

18th Century Brass Mounted and Lacquered “Marriage” Dowry Box.
18th Century Brass Mounted and Lacquered “Marriage” Dowry Box.

18th Century Brass Mounted and Lacquered “Marriage” Dowry Box.

Located in Middleburg, VA

18th Century Brass Mounted and Lacquered “Marriage” Dowry Box. Exquisite Indian craftsmanship made of teak with decorative brass on a patinated red lacquered surface with intricate ...

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18th Century Indian Empire Antique Teak Furniture

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Brass

Very rare set of 'Ring Chairs' by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Denmark 1958
Very rare set of 'Ring Chairs' by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Denmark 1958

Very rare set of 'Ring Chairs' by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Denmark 1958

By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk

Located in Antwerp, BE

A rare and iconic design from the 1950s, this set of “Ring Chairs” was designed by Danish designers Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel and produced by the master cabinetmaker Kolds Savvaerk. Th...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging XL modular Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard / Credenza
Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging XL modular Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard / Credenza

Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging XL modular Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard / Credenza

Located in Markington, GB

Extra Large Modular Wall-Mounted Sideboard / Storage System, 1960s MINIMALIST STATEMENT STORAGE A highly sought-after, fully free-hanging extra large sideboard, embodying the clea...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Teak Dresser Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik
Danish Teak Dresser Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik

Danish Teak Dresser Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid Century Modern dresser chest in teak designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Møbelfabrik, circa 1960's. This unique low profile chest of drawers is perfect to use as an entryway ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Yngve Ekström, Coffee Table, Teak, Oak, Sweden, 1960s
Yngve Ekström, Coffee Table, Teak, Oak, Sweden, 1960s

Yngve Ekström, Coffee Table, Teak, Oak, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A teak and oak coffee table or side tables designed by Yngve Ekström and produced by Westbergs Möbler, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 24.25” H x 51” W x 34.75” D

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Extendable Butterfly Leaf Teak Dining Table 1960s
Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Extendable Butterfly Leaf Teak Dining Table 1960s

Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Extendable Butterfly Leaf Teak Dining Table 1960s

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A good Mid-Century Modern G Plan teak extendable dining table from the "Fresco range", designed by V.B. Wilkins, 1960s. The table from G Plan's iconic Fresco range, the table having ...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Italian Mid Century Executive Desk Table designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
Italian Mid Century Executive Desk Table designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s

Italian Mid Century Executive Desk Table designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Stylish Executive desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s,truly unique design characterized by a sinuous top with an arched line in contrast with the central part convex in the oppo...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen
High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen

High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen

By John Stuart, Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic high back version of the iconic Hvidt - Molgaard lounge chair, made by France and Daverkorsen, distributed by John Stuart Inc. This example is in very fine, original, untouc...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Ensamble Pouf, Outdoors in Acosta Mendoza 1
Ensamble Pouf, Outdoors in Acosta Mendoza 1

Ensamble Pouf, Outdoors in Acosta Mendoza 1

By Caterina Moretti

Located in Zapopan, Jalisco

The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...

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2010s Mexican Minimalist Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table in Teak
Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table in Teak

Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table in Teak

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 52.25" (closed), 97.25" (open) wide x 21.5" deep x 62.25" tall. Condition: In...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Secretary Desk with Drawers  Gunnar Falsig by Falsig Mobler
Mid-Century Teak Secretary Desk with Drawers  Gunnar Falsig by Falsig Mobler

Mid-Century Teak Secretary Desk with Drawers Gunnar Falsig by Falsig Mobler

By Gunnar Falsig

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

This elegant vintage secretary desk is made of warm teak wood and features a timeless mid-century modern design. It offers a practical and stylish combination of storage and workspac...

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Ice Bucket by ESB
Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Ice Bucket by ESB

Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Ice Bucket by ESB

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Ice Bucket by ESB Designer: ESB Manufacturer: ESB

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak, Wood

Swedish Modern teak/birch long coffe table Bruno Mathsson, 1950's
Swedish Modern teak/birch long coffe table Bruno Mathsson, 1950's

Swedish Modern teak/birch long coffe table Bruno Mathsson, 1950's

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Uccle, BE

From the Annika series. 1950's. Stamped. Patinated wood. As the descendant of four generations of Swedish master cabinetmakers, Bruno Mathsson was born to design furniture. Mathsson was known as a methodical perfectionist who made usefulness the fundamental attribute of his works, yet he was also a ceaseless experimenter, who constantly searched for improvements in form, materials and methods of making. Like the Finnish designer Alvar Aalto, Mathsson was one of the first Scandinavians to embrace undulating, biomorphic forms in furniture. His early pieces such as the Eva and Pernilla series of chairs incorporate dramatically flowing bent beechwood frames, making them some of the most instantly recognizable works of 20th-century design. Mathsson was also a pioneer of ergonomics — he is said to have based the contours of his chairs on the impression his body made when he sat in a snow bank — and used supple, accommodating woven webbing for seats. His concern for practicality is shown by pieces such as the Maria table. An elegant design with gate legs and hinged leaves, the table measures more than nine feet long when fully extended, but folds down to just nine inches in thickness. From the mid-1940s through the 1950s, Mathsson focused on architecture, designing and building houses with insulated, triple-glazed window walls...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Birch, Teak

Round Dining Table in Teak Veneer and Graphite Finish – Moon Collection
Round Dining Table in Teak Veneer and Graphite Finish – Moon Collection

Round Dining Table in Teak Veneer and Graphite Finish – Moon Collection

By Uultis Design

Located in Miami, FL

A Moon Art Deco style dining table designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with teak veneer 55-inch diameter top and graphite base. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The...

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2010s Brazilian Art Deco Teak Furniture

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Teak

Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

The coffee table, a Danish design from the 1960s, showcases the timeless elegance of teak wood. With its sleek lines and understated sophistication, it epitomizes the mid-century mod...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-century Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather
Mid-century Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather

Mid-century Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather

Located in Oakland, CA

Comfortable mid-century lounge chairs, handcrafted from solid hardwood and featuring newly upholstered inner-spring cushions in a subtle brown-hued leather. Crafted with precision an...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Leather, Teak

danish modern COFFEE TABLE side table teak trioh made in denmark 1970s
danish modern COFFEE TABLE side table teak trioh made in denmark 1970s

danish modern COFFEE TABLE side table teak trioh made in denmark 1970s

By Trioh Møbelfabrik

Located in Mannheim, DE

Danish modern 1970s teak coffee table produced by Trioh. Marked to bottom Trioh Made in Denmark 79. Made of solid teak wood and teak veneer (table top). Beautiful details. Dimension...

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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Large Coffee Table with Magazine Rack & Double-Sided Drawer by O.M.F., 1960s
Large Coffee Table with Magazine Rack & Double-Sided Drawer by O.M.F., 1960s

Large Coffee Table with Magazine Rack & Double-Sided Drawer by O.M.F., 1960s

By Mahjongg

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Beautiful coffee table in teak wood produced by Ouwenbroek Meubel Fabriek (O.M.F.) in The Netherlands around 1960. This table stands out thanks to the magazine rack and a practical d...

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1960s Belgian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Vintage chest of drawers from the Formula series by Kempkes Meubelen, ca. 1960
Vintage chest of drawers from the Formula series by Kempkes Meubelen, ca. 1960

Vintage chest of drawers from the Formula series by Kempkes Meubelen, ca. 1960

Located in Meulebeke, BE

The Netherlands / 1960 / chest of drawers / Formule serie by Kempkes Meubelen / teak, veneer / Vintage / Mid-century / Dutch Design Vintage chest of drawers in teak veneer from the...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Midcentury Sofa with Teak Legs in Wool and Leather by Bent Møller Jepsen
Danish Midcentury Sofa with Teak Legs in Wool and Leather by Bent Møller Jepsen

Danish Midcentury Sofa with Teak Legs in Wool and Leather by Bent Møller Jepsen

By Bent Moller Jepsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Bent Møller Jepsen's iconic loveseat chair originally named the "TV" sofa, the series also included chairs and other living room furniture, was designed in the 1950s and produced b...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Wool, Teak, Leather

Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili
Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili

Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by La Permanente Mobili, Cantù in Italy.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

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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