Teak Furniture
to
1,686
7,706
7,316
13,385
3,612
199
7,454
4,056
890
202
103
37
31
29
17
12
11
6
6
4
3
1
1
52
312
13,021
3,811
270
10,681
1,202
65
6
35
47
97
2,583
5,141
870
79
35
17,196
356,729
296,457
224,408
149,984
11,163
8,639
6,678
2,291
1,693
17,196
14,354
14,630
1,298
680
411
375
282
Material: Teak
Midcentury Rare Solid minimalist Rosewood Expandable Dining Table with 1 Leaf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning midcentury solid rosewood minimalist expandable rectangle dining table with 1 nesting leaf. This is a beautiful dining table. Amazing solid rosewood tapered legs and Woodwor...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Teak, Pine
$8,750 Sale Price
30% Off
Solid Teak Cocoa Dining Table on Black Metal Legs
Located in Buffalo, WY
This 72x38" dining table is expertly hand-crafted and finished in solid Burmese teak with the finger joint table top. The sturdy legs are black powder-coated steel in our small open ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,362 Sale Price
25% Off
Sterling Silverplate German Box
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver-plate German box with teak wood interior, circa early to mid-20th century, Germany. I'm showing piece as a jewelry box (holding earrings); however, it's actually a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Teak Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Two-door Cabinet by Børge Mogensen. Denmark, FDB Møbler, 1960s
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Beautiful two-door Teak cabinet 'China' model 232 with fully adjustable drawers and two shelves. It includes the original brass details and keys. Slightly faded makers stamp on the b...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box wi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Felt, Mirror, Teak
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Nightstands, Teak, Birch, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak and birch nightstands designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.125"H x 16.75"W x 13.65"D
All items ship from High Point, North Caro...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Scandinavian teak chair by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Chair designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The chair was distributed by Samcom in Paris.
Its Scandinavian lines and its beautiful manufa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Teak Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Teak
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Teak, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.125"H x 3.0"W x 3.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Anglo - Indian / Burmese Carved Cabinet
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
An exceptional 19th century Anglo Indian hardwood cabinet, profusely hand-carved with intricate open fretwork of scrolling foliage, floral motifs and trailing vines. The central pane...
Category
1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Erik Kirkegaard Danish Teak Dining Chairs , 4 Available
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish Midcentury teak dining chairs designed by Erik Kirkegaard, Model 52, crafted of teak with sculpted backrest on a solid teak frame with newly upholstered seats . Excellent cond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Dining Chair in the style of Glostrup Mobelfabrik c 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Stylish architectural Mid century Danish Modern dining table, having a teak wood frame and tweed upholstered seat and backrest. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, the uph...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid century Danish modern tall wide Teak Dresser Wardrobe Clean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish Modern tall teak dresser credenza 7-drawer on left. Clean inside and out - labeled - Made in Denmark. Good vintage condition. Has right cabinet door with 2 drawers...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,887 Sale Price
25% Off
Indian carved & pierced teak folding screen, c. 1900-25
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Vintage, four part frame and panel folding screen in carved & pierced teak. The screen is carved on both sides.
India, British Raj, 1900-25.
Dimensions: 80" W x 1" D x 73" H (overall)
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hand Carved Folk art Balinese teak door, original frame late 19th -early 20th C
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique Balinese Carved Teak Door in Original Frame, circa 1900
A rare antique Balinese carved teak door with its complete original frame, dati...
Category
Late 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Wooden Wall Lamps by Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This beautiful pair of Domus wall lamps from the 1970s combines natural materials with a timeless geometric design. Crafted from high-quality wood, the lamps feature a fabric shade t...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Textile, Teak
Original Daybed PJ- L-12-A by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh Project, 1950s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
This Pierre Jeanneret daybed model PJ-L-12-A was made for a special commission to the city of Chandigarh, India, - Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private resid...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Corner Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish corner cabinet, circa 1960s. Rich toned, book-matched veneer, sleek tapered legs, and an adjustable shelf. Locking double doors and a weighted back panel to prevent toppl...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Detail Nordic teak writing desk, 1960s.
Extraordinary Original 1960s Nordic design desk in right-sized teak wood. Its peculiarity is the positioning of the rear legs, which are not ...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
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
Customizable Walnut Finish Counter Stool with Beige Upholstery, Sotto Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Sotto counter stool designed by Uultis Studio with walnut finish, upholstered in beige fabric. The Sotto counter stool is a refined addition to your kitchen island or high-top dining area, bringing a balance of comfort and elegance. Designed by Uultis Studio, this stool features a walnut-finished teak frame that radiates warmth and sophistication. The seat and backrest are upholstered in a wheat-beige fabric with a subtle plain weave, offering a neutral yet textured appeal that complements a wide variety of interior styles.
The medium-density foam cushioning provides support for extended use, making it ideal for both casual meals and social gatherings. Its sleek design includes clean lines and a thoughtfully positioned footrest, ensuring both style and practicality. With its counter height, the Sotto stool...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Upholstery, Fabric
Finn Juhl Pair Armchairs 196 Diplomat for France and Søn, 1960s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Pair of Armchairs Designed by Finn Juhl for France and Søn, 1960s
This is a superb pair of armchairs, model 196, in solid teak frames. They were designed by the famous Danish archite...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, 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
Danish Mid-Century Table Lamp by Bent Karlby for Lyfa of Denmark
By Bent Karlby
Located in Søborg, DK
A classic Danish mid-century table lamp in brass and teak by Bent Karlby for Lyfa.
Mounted with a turned brass shade maintaining is original white paint.
Brass and teak stem.
Brass...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
$780 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak, Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with six E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light bulbs are not included.
It is possible to insta...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Art Deco Console Table
Located in Nantucket, MA
A handsome, French Art Deco console table with a lyre, U-shaped base. The dominant wood is solid teak, with ebonized borders around the apron and the base; and a combination of ebon...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
‘Cleopatra’ Daybed with Teak Ends, Black Mattress, and Bolster by Auping
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, wider 1960's Cleopatra daybed by A.R. Cordemeyer with teak ends, enameled metal frame and new black mattress and bolster. Manufactured by Royal Auping, the Cleopatra div...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Gudme Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Gudme Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table measures: 63.25 wide x 41.5 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of danish modern single drawer teak nightstands with lower cabinet
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of danish modern single drawer teak nightstands with lower flip down storage area. Brown teak wood with (2) handles on each with tapered legs. Simple Danish design circa 1970 ma...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,960 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Vanity in Teak, Beech and Brass by Bertil Fridhagen, 1958
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Vanity in Teak, Beech and Brass by Bertil Fridhagen, 1958
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, beech and brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Bodafors in Sweden
Dim...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage German Modern King size teak bed frame with springs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage German Modern King size teak veneer bed Frame with springs headboard and footboard. Just add a Mattress. Fits King size mattress does not need a box spring. Located in Brookl...
Category
1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Hans C. Andersen Danish Teak Side Tables Black Tops by Artex of Denmark
Located in St. Louis, MO
1960s Scandinavian Modern design at its best, simple but elegant. These matching pair of Hans C. Andersen tripod base teak side tables with round black laminate tops by Artex of Denm...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Laminate, 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
$2,271 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Sven Ellekaer
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Sven Ellekaer
Manufacturer: Albert Hansen
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak, Beech
Measurements: 39.25″ wide x 15.5″ deep x 28.5″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
Pair Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' Armchairs, A.P. Stolen, Denmark W/ Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Great Pair of 1960s Hans Wegner Papa Chairs. They include one ottoman and appear to have been re-upholstered in the 1980s. The Fabric is good shape and can ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Fabric
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
Mid-Century Modern Mad Men Bureau Secretaire Cabinet by Beaver and Tapley
Located in Leicester, GB
Please contact us with your country and postcode for the cheapest shipping options. US shipping for this piece £450 which includes a custom-made crate.
This is a beautiful compact vintage bureau...
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Tambour Doors Teak & Iron Small Credenza Record Cabinet
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile Teak tambour door small credenza, with solid iron base by FB Mobler, refinished nice solid pipe iron base and shelf refinished great for records TV Stereo .
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Iron
Danish Modern Teak 6 drawer Dresser by Nils Jonsson for Torring Mobelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Teak 6 Drawer dresser by Nils Jonsson for Torring Mobelfabrik. The Dresser is very nicely fabricated with high end woodworking. Original labeled with stunning danish wo...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair in original patinated nature leather upholstery.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Teakwood Corner Cabinet by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Skovmand and Andersen
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful Danish teak corner cabinet from the 1960s.
The high-quality workmanship and the elegant design make the corner cabinet a real favourite.
Design: Arne Hovmand...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
Tree Trunk Side Table Solid Teak Wood Bleached Finish Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully organic round side table. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it perfect for any space. This table was crafted from a solid trunk of teak wood. To achieve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Kawung Wood & Metal Counter Stool in Walnut
Located in New York, US
The Kawung is an homage to Indonesian traditional batik pattern that dates centuries, crafted with a solid wood frame and adorned with a touch of Javanese elegance. The luxurious cre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Post-Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$860 / item
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
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern 9-Drawer Teak Dresser with Steel Pulls
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 precis...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Rosewood Club Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of stunning Mid-Century Modern European club chairs in teak wood with rosewood accents. Leather seats have been replaced and the chairs have been refinished. Great scale and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Teak
Mid-Century Modern wide teak tall bookcase (2) cabinet doors Made in Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern wide teak tall bookcase with (2) cabinet doors Made in Denmark. This bookcase is completely original and in very good vintage condition. The bookcase has ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish desk, circa 1960s. Beautiful, warm-toned book-matched veneer throughout. Original brass hardware, dovetail-constructed drawers with lovely finger pulls, and rear open cub...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Laurel Lamp Mfg Co Mid Century Teak Table Shelf Floor Lamp Unmarked
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A Mid Century teak floor lamp made by the Laurel Lamp Manufacturing Company. The lamp features a very useable boat shaped table or shelf. Solid teak column and frame, sculpted and ve...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
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
Dyrlund Scandinavian 3 seat Brown leather sofa with teak frame circa 1980
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dyrlund Danish Post Modern Teak and Brown Leather 3 seat Sofa, Circa 1980'S leather upholstery and cushions with teak frame and Accents. Labeled underneath. Made in Denmark. Located ...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Fritz Hansen Style Teak Stacking School Chairs with Arms
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Fritz Hansen style auditorium chairs. This lot was originally used in a Dutch church. Design features single shell, pressed and bent teak slipper seats atop of a brown e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Beautiful pair of mid century danish teak 3 drawer nightstands by Nils Jonsson
By Nils Jonsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of teak mid century modern 3 drawer nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Nils Jonsson for HJN Mobler. Square body and plinth base. Single cubby and lower 3 drawers...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Teak Pendant Lamp by Temde
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful pendant lamp from the 1960s.
The design is very unusual.
The shape and materials create a warm and very pleasant light.
Condition:
Very good vintage conditi...
Category
1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern teak woven Bench by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Moller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern teak woven Model 63 Bench by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Moller. Vintage Woven bench with oak frame and teak round legs. Very minimali...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Desk by Peter Lovig
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...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Superb Studio Craft Teak Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed or Twin Bed Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom Studio Craft Handmade midcentury Solid teak sofa or daybed or twin bed frame in teak wood with slatted frame backrest. No Cushions and no side arms or back rest cushions. Use ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$5,525 Sale Price
35% Off
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table w/ Expanding Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Dimensions: 15.25”H x 60”- 70.50"W x 22.50”D
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasin...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Formica, 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
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
Danish Teak Mid Century Bar Cart or Drinks Trolley in the Style of Dane Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted from high-quality Danish teak, this mid-century bar cart or drinks trolley is the perfect addition to any home. Its sleek design and functional features make it easy...
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
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.”
Find a range of antique, new and vintage teak furniture on 1stDibs.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Puppet
Antique Ribbon Case
Antique Sea Shell Art
Antique Sewing Cabinet
Antique Shoe Iron
Antique Silver Candle Sconce
Antique Spanish Trunk
Antique Tavern Sign
Antique Thangka Tibet
Antique Tiffany Mantel Clock
Antique Tiffany Mantel Clocks
Antique Tortoise Shell Glasses
Antique Wood Filing Cabinet
Antique Wooden Bow
Arch Top Window
Arched Double Doors
Art Deco Accent Cabinets
Asian Screen 6 Panel