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Material: Teak
Finn Juhl "Chieftan" Chair by Niels Roth Andersen in Teak & Cognac Leather
Located in Coronado, CA
Iconic "Chieftain" chair in teak by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Roth Andersen, circa 1990. Originally designed in 1949 and produced by Niels Vodder. The Chieftain chair is co...
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern teak shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, vertical...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 35.5 wide x 19 deep x 47.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Fantastic 1950s Pierre Jeanneret Daybed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present this fantastic daybed or Diwan by Pierre Jeanneret, circa late 1950s. The bed is documented as model PJ-L-11-A. Pierre Jeanneret first arrived in India ...
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20th Century Indian Modern Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, brass and fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches):  16.875” H x  4” W x  8“D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches):  4.125” H x 2.7...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, Model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design cow horn chair, model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen. Rare dining or desk chair by the master Hans J. Wegner in solid teak with rosewood inlay. New cane seat, in ve...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Cane, Teak

Mid Century Italian Teak Wooden Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Italian umbrella stand fabricated in the 1950s. It is made of teak wood and gilded metal with a brass bottom. It is in good condition for its age, traces of wear over tim...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal, Brass

1960's Danish Teak Highboy Chest Dresser With Carved Oval Recessed Pulls
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Just look at the matched pattern grain drawer fronts on this early Danish highboy. The fiery cathedrals cover all 7-drawers and showcase the use of the natural elements to compliment the Scandinavian design. This chest is an exemplary specimen of Danish cabinet making. Tightly dovetailed drawers, beautiful teak wood and easy gliding drawers are hallmarks of the superior craftsmanship. There is no particle board anywhere. Instead we see solid pine wood, covered in thick teak...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak, Pine

Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa in Natural Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
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2010s Asian Modern Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Rope, Teak

Swedish Designer, Wall Mirror, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak wall mirror designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Mirror, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Chair with Ostrich Upholstery
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous 1960s Mid-Century Modern sculptural armchair in dark teakwood and tan ostrich upholstery. A bit wider and more substantial than typical Scandinavian Modern chairs, having a distinctive sculptural Silhouette that is both comfortable and appealing. Similar styling to works by iconic Danish architect Arne Hovmand Olsen and modernist designer Ib Kofod Larsen, featuring a beautifully molded and angled backrest with pierced open splat, richly figured teak veneered backrest with silver-tone spacers, frame and armrest in solid teak with attractive grain detail, flared and sculpted arms, rising on tapered legs joined by elegant low side runner stretchers. The large seat is upholstered in Fine quality tan ostrich leather upholstery. Overall a superb example, elegant, sophisticated, and comfortable, with high quality materials, craftsmanship, and beautiful details. Dimensions: (approx) 33" High, 23" Wide, 21.5" Deep (at center) Seat height: 17.25" Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a lounge chair, office desk chair, placed in the corner of a room as a decorative statement piece, living room accent chair...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Ostrich Leather, Teak

Anglo-Indian Teak Plantation Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Indoor or outdoor British Colonial teak plantation or planters chair with cane seat and back. Wonderful weathered wood patina.
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Late 19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Anglo-Indian Teak Plantation Chair
Anglo-Indian Teak Plantation Chair
$1,925 Sale Price
30% Off
Grete Jalk Teak & Tweed Lounge Chair for France & Søn
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

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Upholstery, Foam, Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Teak Sidboard Record Player By Phililps, Radio by Rosit
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Modern scandinavian teak sidboard record player Dual 1210 , radio by Senderwahl The radio is in fully functional. as well the vinyl record with space of storage Dime...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Large Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Storage Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique Zanzibar chest. An East African, teak and brass storage trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Wonderf...
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1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Antique Teak Furniture

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Brass

Indonesian Early 20th Century Carved Teak Wood Cabinet with Molded Cartouches
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesian teak wood cabinet from the early 20th century, with carved panels and bracket feet. Created in Indonesia during the early years of the ...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Teak Furniture

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Teak

Florence Knoll sideboard in teak
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare 4 doors sideboard by Florence knoll with black leather handles. Made out of dark teak with light teak frame on the facade. Top mint condition with a nice consistence due to a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Floral Credenza in Antique White Bronze Clad Over MDF Handcrafted In India
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the floral motifs used in the paintings of palaces of Rajasthan. One of the bestselling pieces of Stephanie Odegard collection. This elegant piece is handmade from solid ...
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2010s Indian Other Teak Furniture

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Metal

Martin Borenstein Platform Sofa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful sofa by Martin Borenstein. Vintage piece in good condition. Upholstery appears original and has been cleaned. Teak frame and surface is good with some age appropriate wear ...
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1960s American Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Martin Borenstein Platform Sofa
Martin Borenstein Platform Sofa
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid century Danish Modern Teak Bar Cart Server with lift off top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simple mid century Danish modern teak bar cart server with removable top and a lower shelf on casters. Solid teak wood construction. Original vintage condition clean all around. Loca...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

1960s, set of 5 Danish dining chairs, reupholstered, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 5 Danish dining chairs. Reupholstered in black eco leather, renewed teak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker in about 1960s. Reupholstered by craftsman.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Faux Leather, Teak

Danish Teak Hans Olsen Extending Dining Table & Chairs Frem Rojle
Located in Otley, GB
A midcentury Danish teak 'Roundette' extending dining table & four dining chairs designed by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle, Denmark, dated circa 1960s. The stunning teak dining table has...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Wool, Teak

square extendable Teak dining table 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice square Teak dining table ,extendable by a folding our extension . From 80 cm to 120 cm . Nice warm Teak color . no discoloration ....
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Shell and Teak Wood Door Knob
Located in New York, NY
We have taken the flat bottom section of a cone shaped shell and added teak wood for beautiful one of a kind door knobs. We have a collection. Great installed in bathrooms, kitchens ...
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2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, F139
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large wall bookcase from the 60's designed by the Danish designer Poul Cadovius. This bookcase is composed of different modular elements on three ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Oak and rattan bookshelf by Alf Svensson, Bjästa, Sweden 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bookshelf designed by Alf Svensson. produced during the 1950s in Sweden by Bjästa Snickeri. Made from teak in the sideboard part with sliding door in rattan. The inside of the sidebo...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Rattan, Beech, Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Round Teak Extendable Dining Table, United Knigdom, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Round teak wood table produced in the UK in the 1960s. The table features an interesting grain. The furniture has undergone comprehensive carpentry renovation. It has been stripped o...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Incredible Midcentury 74” Dining Table
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Spectacular and unique dining table with oval top on a 8 arms pedestal base. . Solid wood construction. Unique piece. seats up to 8 chairs comfortably. Top can easily be removed for ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Adjustable Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A great, geometrically shaped Domus wooden hanging lamp. We have the matching floor lamp in our shop. The lamp can be adjusted up from 130 to 300cm height. Executed in rattan and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

Materials

Metal

6 Standard Danish teak dining chairs from the 1960´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of 6 original Danish teak dining chairs from the 1960s, epitomizing mid-century modern elegance. Crafted from durable teak, these chairs feature clean lines and timeless design...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Tambour door sideboard by Johannes Andersen for C.F.C. Silkeborg, Denmark
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish vintage sideboard designed in the 1960s in Denmark by CFC Silkeborg Denmark. Teak version with tambour doors, five shelves and four drawers. The sideboard is in excellent cond...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Dot Chair - Handmade Teak Wood Chair with Blue Polka Dot Design
By Yayoi Kusama
Located in New York, NY
The Dot Chair is crafted from premium teak wood, featuring a hand-painted blue finish with a playful polka dot pattern on the seat and backrest. This charming, fully handmade chair o...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model JH-540 Valet chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This gorgeous piece of mid century design is as functional as it as beautiful. The seat folds up to create a rack fo...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

Materials

Brass

H. W. Klein for Bramin Møbler Danish Modern Teak Extension Dining Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century Danish Modern teak extension dining table By H.W. Klein for Bramin Møbler Denmark, Circa 1960s Measures: 65"W x 45.25"D x 29"H. Extends up to 143.5"W wi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Six Erik Buch Refinished Dining Chairs in Solid Teak, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Erik Buch Refinished dining chairs in solid teak, custom upholstery The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality mat...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

19th Century Carved Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
19th Century carved wood panel with lotus bud motive. An Architectural Element from a Buddhist Monastery in Northen Thailand. A Lotus Bud representi...
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Early 1800s Thai Other Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

G Plan Spider Coffee Table #1
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Victor B. Wilkins Manufacturer: G Plan Era: 1966 Materials: Afromosia, Glass Measurements: 35.5" wide x 17.5 tall
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Long 8 Drawers Credenza Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern teak long 8 drawers credenza dresser.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Sisal and Teak Pendant Lamp from Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large pendant light from the 1960s. The design is very unusual. The shape and the materials create a warm and very pleasant light. The teak details are be...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Raffia, Plastic, Teak

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Teak, Fabric, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and off-white fabric pendant designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric with stains as illustrated. Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.75” H x 15.5” Diameter Di...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal

Danish Modern Teak “Jutland” Dressers by Ib Kofod Larsen, 2 Available
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning pair of Danish modern teak “Jutland” dressers designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Brande Mobelfabrik, crafted in the 1950s. Each dresser features eight spacious pull-out drawe...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish modern teak low desk with large square pulls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern teak low desk with large square pulls made by Uniflex. Great low desk or vanity very unique design. Made in Denmark. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Measures 60” x 20” x 26”...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

1970s Danish Caprani Teak Floor Lamp by Mads Caprani w/ Original Linen Shade
Located in Oceanside, US
This vintage Caprani teak floor lamp, crafted in Denmark in the 1970s, is a mid-century modern design icon. Featuring a curved bentwood stem, cast iron crescent base, and original bl...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Iron

H.P. Hansen Teak Credenza with Hutch
Located in Toledo, OH
H.P. Hansen Teak Credenza with Hutch, circa 1960s. Scandinavian Style. Danish modern credenza and china display hutch will give you all the storage...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

The Dark Knight Bench by Odditi
Located in Geneve, CH
The Dark Knight Bench by Odditi Dimensions: W 179 x D 85 x H 95 cm Materials: FSC Certified Teak, Icelandic Sheepskin, SS304 Grade Stainless Steel. A ...
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2010s Australian Post-Modern Teak Furniture

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Stainless Steel

DUX Scandinavian Modern Teak Draw Leaf Extending Dining Table by Folke Ohlsson
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak draw leaf extending dinning table by Folke Ohlsson for DUX. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There is a mark on each leaf where it has rubbed as it was pulled out and both leaves are a slightly different color from the main top as so often happens in this type of table where the main top gets light and the leaves do not. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza by D-Scan
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid-century Danish Modern teak credenza by D-Scan Diethelm Scanstyle Mid Century Modern teak credenza. Danish Modern style by D-Scan. Superior construction with thick solid teak ...
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Mid-20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Arne Vodder Triennale 4 Drawer Dresser by Sibast
Located in San Diego, CA
An iconic design by Arne Vodder Triennale 4-drawer dresser was produced by Sibast Mobler, circa 1950. Constructed in teak, the 4-drawer dresser i...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Reclaimed Teak Wood Console Table
Located in New York, NY
Impressive three inch thick minimalist console table hand made from reclaimed teak wood. One side is straight and the other side has a light live edge. Finished in a natural oil reve...
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2010s Rustic Teak Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Desk by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your workspace with this exquisite handcrafted teak executive desk, a statement of refined luxury and artisanal craftsmanship. Designed for discerning collectors and professi...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak

Vintage Ceiling Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, 1950s Sweden
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Three E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V. Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use in the USA. Bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this device in al...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Rare and Large Model "Saturnus" Coffee Table, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Saturnus" coffee table, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro, manufactured by Haimi Oy, 1960s. Teak table top, fiberglass frame. Rare size and table top material. Good vintage condition...
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1960s Finnish Space Age Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fiberglass, Teak

Teak Danish Modern Slim Cabinets, A Pair
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of slim teak display and storage cabinets / room dividers by Stateroom, imported from the United Kingdom in the late 1960s. A stylish, sleek way to divide a large space (finished on the backs) or have a bar and show off vintage stemware...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

vintage armchair easy chair 1960s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage armchair easy chair 1960s Swedish period 1960s design unknown Sweden condition good minor signs of use size 79 x 68 x 80 (hxbxd) seat height 43; details teak; up...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Pair of Danish Modern Swivel Pod Chairs
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak, Vinyl Measurements: Inquire for Dimensions
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Antique Carved Side Table, Indian, Teak, Lamp, Side, Tray, Occasional, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carved side table. An Indian, teak lamp or tray table, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fascinating carved appearance with a distinctive form Disp...
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Early 1900s Indian British Colonial Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Late 19th Century English Teak Campaign Chest with Brass Mounts & 5 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 19th Century English Teak Campaign Chest with Brass Mounts & 5 Drawers
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19th Century English Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Cabinet by Johannes Andersen for B. Pedersen, 1960's
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid-Century Danish Teak Cabinet by Johannes Andersen for Bernhard Pedersen, C. 1960s Magnificent mid-century Danish Teak Cabinet / Cupboard by Bernhard Pedersen & Sons, designed by ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

A Rare Mid-Century Scandinavian Egg Chair, Model "Florida" by Vatne
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful and rare Egg Chair, produced by Vatne Møbler in Norway in the 1950s. This model is considered the Scandinavian equivalent of the famous ‘Oeuf’ chair by French designer Je...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak, Wool

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for C F Christensen Silkeborg, 1972
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of Lounge Chairs, designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Silkeborg, 1972. Solid teak wood with a curved frame. Danish design from the 1970s with high-quality craftsmanship. We can orga...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

Materials

Fabric, 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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