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Material: Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console.
This piece is in excellent condition with very few signs of...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Expertly Restored -Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern credenza designed by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co. in Denmark circa 1960’s. This compact credenza includes tapered solid teak wood legs and two doors with a vintage key...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Original Danish 1950s Lounge Chair attributed to Madsen and Schubell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime lounge chair from Danish midcentury era very similar to the iconic model "Pragh" designed by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell in the early 1950s for their own company Madsen and ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Owl Bottle Opener, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A wellmade Owl bottle opener in solid teak featuring a brass opener its beacon. It stands proudly on a teak base. Hand-crafted in Denmark during the 1960s.
Measurements: H: 13 cm, ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dining Chair in Walnut Finish with Off White Sheepskin Fabric, Olga Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga Scandinavian Modern style dining chair designed by Aciole Félix For Uultis, with walnut finish, upholstered in off-white sheepskin fabric. The Olga dining chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Retro Mid Century Teak Secretaire Bureau
Located in Leicester, GB
We can ship directly to you - please contact us with your country & postcode for an accurate delivery price.
A cute retro teak bureau desk with thr...
Category
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Poltrona anni '60 di Mario Farchioni per Framar in teak
By Framar
Located in Milano, IT
Poltrona vintage con struttura in legno di teak a vista, cuscini della seduta e dello schienale che poggiano su corde in tessuto appena rifatti nei toni del bianco panna. Poltrona r...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Midcentury Expandable Danish Teak Dining Table c.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original Danish Teak dining table with expandable draw leaves. Seats six when closed and up to ten when expanded. Original stamp underneath.
CREATOR Attributed to Ansa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,895 Sale Price
24% Off
Kai Kristiansen teak chest of drawers by Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Located in Bern, CH
Kai Kristiansen teak chest of drawers. With five drawers. Produced by Feldballes Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark ca. 1960. Lovely detailing to handles.
In beautiful original conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Le Corbusier - Authentic LC-TAT-07-A - the Minister’s Desk Circa 1955
By Le Corbusier
Located in Hasselt, VLI
It's not just a desk. It's the LC-TAT-07-A.
A very rare and unique modernist piece, the Minister’s Desk, also known as the LC-TAT-07-A from Chandigarh, was designed by Le Corbusier ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Plywood
Early Arne Jacobsen Dot Stool Teak Fritz Hansen Denmark Danish 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
First production Arne Jacobsen ‚Dot‘ stool in teak, designed in 1954, made by Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1955-1956.
Beautiful early example with three brass studs on the seat, c...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Customizable Queen Bed with Walnut Accents and Ivory Fabric – Elbow Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Elbow Queen bed designed by Studio + A! for Uultis, with ivory fabric and walnut finish. The Elbow Queen size bed combines contemporary elegance with timeless comfort, making it a...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by G Plan
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console.
"Fresco" series by G Plan.
This piece is in excellent condition with few signs of age-related wear (see ph...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Kai Kristiansen "Compass" chair with Teak frame and bone colored upholstery. The frame has been lightly refinished, the upholstery is newer, in otherwise original condition wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Indoor Outdoor Woven Rope Teak Wood Lounge Chair with Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Enhance your indoor / outdoor room with this stylish Borge Collection solid teak wood lounge chair featuring synthetic rattan weaving making this easy to maintain. Crafted from high-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Squared Teak Dining Table Produced, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare French mid century squared wooden dining center table in teak by Pierre Jeanneret & Le Corbusier produced for Chandigarh / Punjab India, 1950s. In good vintage condition ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Large Danish Teak Art Sofa or Coffee Table by Ox-Art
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceramic art tiles on top of a solid teak base. Very nice wooden connections and the table is in excellent condition.
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Danish mid-century Teak Bedside Table nightstands, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A small set of elegant bedside tables with drawer in teak.
Both stands are sturdy and solid with minor signs of use.
Some small damages ocur on one of the tables, and are shown clea...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This wooden pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, crafted in the 1960s, creates a very natural and inviting atmosphere, making any space feel warm and cozy. Meticulously crafted from ...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
$2,299 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak Dining Chair with White Bouclé Upholstery and Open-Back Design – Olga Line
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga dining room chair in teak wood with white bouclé fabric. Introducing the Olga dining room chair, designed by Aciole Félix for Uultis, this stunning chair embodies modern design and sustainable craftsmanship. Crafted from solid teak wood and upholstered in soft, luxurious white bouclé fabric, the Olga chair is perfect for adding a contemporary touch to any dining room or stylish office. The chair’s clean lines and unique, curvaceous silhouette create an elegant and welcoming aesthetic, ideal for bold and innovative interior projects. With an open-back design, the Olga chair showcases a perfect balance between comfort and style, making it both a functional and artistic addition to your home.
The solid teak wood frame features a matte, velvety teak touch finish, providing a natural wood feel that brings warmth and organic beauty to the piece. Each chair is unique, thanks to the natural variations in the wood, enhancing its charm and individuality. Uultis is committed to sustainability, ensuring that this piece is made with environmentally friendly materials and responsible manufacturing practices.
Whether paired with a minimalist dining table for a sleek modern look or mixed with more eclectic elements, the Olga dining chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak, Upholstery
Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs in Teak Model CH-31 by Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This is a very rare set of CH31 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1956. These chairs come from a significant era in design history, combining sharp, classic lines with an o...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Coffee Table Model 'AT-10' Teak and Cane, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A midcentury design from Hans J. Wegner model AT-10 coffee table for Andreas Tuck in Denmark, 1950s. A piece of craftmanship features a solid teak top with a beautifully detailed ra...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
$2,680 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Minerva' Daybed for France & Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century 'Minerva' daybed or sofa with Teak frame and newly upholstered cushions, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son. In otherwise original condition...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Dresser by Arne Vodder Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Danish modern teak tall dresser by Arne Vodder denmark. Beautiful carved handles tall 5 drawer danish dresser. Amazing construction and quality woodwork. Stunning teak wo...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,998 Sale Price
60% Off
Mid century Teak Danish Modern Extension Dining Table 2 Leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Teak Rectangle Danish Modern extension dining table with (2) nesting pull out leaves. This table has Solid teak apron and tapered legs. This table is in beautiful conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza Bar Sideboard Buffet G Plan 1960s
Located in Portland, OR
A very stylish original Mid Century Modern teak credenza bar, by G Plan, 1960s.
This very chic twin level credenza is made from very attractive figured grained teak, the top with cur...
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Indoor Outdoor Solid Teak Wood Counter Height Stool
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Enhance your indoor / outdoor dining experience with this stylish solid teak wood counter stool featuring a wipeable woven seat and back. Crafted from high-quality teak wood, this co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century Danish modern teak tall dresser with metal handles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern teak tall dresser with metal handles. Great 5 drawer dresser that sits on 2 wide vertical legs. Great design with black steel pull handles. Very clean insid...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid century danish modern 6 drawer teak dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern 6 drawer teak dresser. Simple basic Danish modern design teak dresser. Has carved upper handles with solid wood drawers. Clean inside and out all drawers sl...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet. Both drawers lock. Original Broken key still works
Measures 33.5" in width, 20 " in depth and 28.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of teak bedside tables, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of teak bedside tables with drawer beneath the top and sculpted legs, Italian manufacture, 1950s.
Compact and versatile, this pair of Italian bedside tables from the 1950s is d...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,156 / set
Contemporary Wooden Teak Root Coffee Table, Organic Modern, IDN 2024
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Amazing looking, one of a kind organic teak root coffee/ sofa table, artfully crafted out of one huge teak root. This brutalist coffee table is definitely an eye-catcher wether it´s ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Kai Kristiansen shelf system in teak. Manufactured by FM Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark in 1960s.
The wall unit consists of:
- 8 shelves
- 2 cabinets
- 3 wall brackets
detailed meas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Customizable Walnut Finish Dining Chair in Beige Fabric - Nowe Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Nowe customizable dining chair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Nowe dining chair exud...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Midcentury Modern Minimalist Desk or Vanity Tray Organizer Vide-Poche
Located in New York, NY
A desk or vanity teak wood tray organizer, Mid-Century Modern period or Minimalist style, circa mid-20th century. Piece has three compartment and can wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
MCM 1960s Kumiko Hemp Leaf Geometric Pattern 4 Panel Teak Screen - Room Divider
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage MCM, four panel teak screen or room divider with repeating geometric designs, done in the Kumiko style. Each panel is 24.5" wide, when fully open equals 72" w.
The screen ...
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Balinese Style Asian Hand Carved & Painted Sculptural Teak Door Panel
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent 20th Century Balinese style Asian hand carved & painted sculptural teak door panel with patinated brass ring door pulls. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is...
Category
20th Century Balinese Other Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Small Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Travel Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique Zanzibar chest. An East African travel trunk in solid teak and brass, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. ...
Category
1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid century Danish modern tall wide Teak Dresser Wardrobe Clean Nordisk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern tall teak dresser credenza 8-drawers on left that is labeled Nordisk Andels-Eksport - Made in Denmark. Good vintage condition. Has right cabinet door with 3...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,400 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Poul Cadovius Royal wall system 2 Cabinets 6 shelves 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Poul Cadovius for Royal system . Hanging wall system .new Glass doors .
3 uprights . 2 Cabinets and 6 shelves . Teak .and al the hardware .
can be changed in every position you wan...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe storage cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe cabinet. Behind the doors are open shelves. (8) adjustable shelves total with pins. (4) on the left and (4) on the right side. Great fo...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century Danish modern tall wide Teak Dresser by Falster
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern tall teak dresser has 8-drawers on left. Clean inside and out - labeled Falster - Made in Denmark. Good vintage condition. Has right cabinet door with 9 dra...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Midcentury Swedish Modern Teak Small Desk 4 Drawer with Key
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern teak desk with 4 drawers that have teak handles. Sits on tapered leg base. The drawers easily slide and are clean. original vintage condition and ready for...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,925 Sale Price
50% Off
Indoor Outdoor Teak Wood Dining Chairs with Woven Rope Natural
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Enhance your outdoor dining experience with this stylish solid teak wood dining chair featuring natural rope accents. Crafted from high-quality teak wood, this chair offers durabilit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Teak Furniture
Materials
Rope, Teak
Set of Seven Erik Buch Model 49 Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Erik Buch
Manufacturer: Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak, Wool
Measurements: 19″ wide x 18″ deep x 31.5″ tall, Seat: 18"
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Long Low 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza Drylund
By Drylund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very clean mid-century Danish modern long and low teak 6 drawer credenza or dresser. All drawers slide smooth with unique inset handle / pulls solid teak. Beautiful teak grain. Very ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Bauer International Teak Caned Plantation Chair With Extension Armrests
Located in Centennial, CO
A classic vintage 1990s teak plantation lounge chair with a taught hand-caned seat and backrest. This chair is unique with a handcarved leaf medallion on the headrest and large butto...
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bar Cart by Brdr. Furbo
By BRDR Furbo
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Stunning Danish Teak Bar Cart by Brdr. Furbo
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this beautiful Mid-Century Modern teak bar cart, crafted in Denmark by the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$454 Sale Price
30% Off
Original Mid Century Modern G Plan Teak Fresco Long 4 Door Drawer Credenza 1966
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & long Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza by G Plan, from the "Fresco" range, 1966.
The credenza having a central bank of four graduated drawers flanked by cup...
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Teak gunni omann long credenza. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3 sliding doors. Plenty of storage room inside this 94" long Credenza. Has pin holes for ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$5,720 Sale Price
35% Off
Niels Moller Model-75 Teak & Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer:
Niels Møller
Manufacturer:
JL Møllers Møbelfabrik
________________________________________
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark.
Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,997 Sale Price
40% Off
Jens Quistgaard Teak Peppermill for Dansk, Denmark, 20th Century
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jens Quistgaard Teak Pepper Mill for Dansk, Denmark, 20th Century.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Armchair by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Søn, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant Scandinavian armchair designed by Sigvard Bernadotte and produced by France & Søn in the 1960s.
The frame is made of polished chromed steel, the armrests are in solid te...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$922 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer tall teak dresser by Nils Jonsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer tall dresser designed by Nils Jonsson made by HJN Mobler. Danish Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers in good vintage condition. Perfect vintage exa...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$2,925 Sale Price
35% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Teak and Cognac Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, teak, leather, Europe, 1960s
A sofa characterized by a striking geometric structure with clean lines and distinctive carvings. Its wide armrests feature subtle detailing with ...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Eames Style Conference Table by Castelli - Teak Top Aluminum Segmented Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Conference table combines the iconic Eames segmented base design with substantial teak construction. Castelli manufactured the polished aluminum and black powder coated base, featuri...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Ura Counter Stool with Teak Wood Finish Base and Light Gray Upholstered Seat
Located in Miami, FL
Modern style counter stool by Uultis with teak wood finish base and light gray upholstered seat. Introducing the Ura counter stool by Uultis, a sophi...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Antique 18th Century Dutch Colonial East India Co Teak & Brass VOC Chest 1740
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique 18th century Dutch Colonial Governor's teak & brass mounted ebonized chest, Dutch East Indies Company VOC, circa 1740.
The VOC (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) was ...
Category
1740s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid century Danish Modern Magic Box Desk in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak closable locking teak writing desk Similar to the Magic Box desk. The piece closes completely and can be key-locked to protect all your documents. Opened. This desk ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
$1,875 Sale Price
25% 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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