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Material: Teak
Indian Tribal 1920s Teak Chakki Grinding Table with Geometric Hand-Carved Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Tribal Indian rustic teak wood Chakki grinder table from the 1920s with hand-carved geometric motifs, pierced center, carved feet and weathered patina. Step into the charm of traditional Indian craftsmanship with this 1920s tribal rustic teak wood Chakki grinder table, a timeless artifact that exudes a rustic appeal. Originally used in Indian households for grinding grains, this authentic Chakki table...
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Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Teak Furniture

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Teak

Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Teak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Teak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Papercord, Oak, Teak

Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Danish, Niels Moller, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of eight dining chairs by Niels Otto Moller For J.L. Moller, Denmark, 1950s. Model 78. A sleek and stylish set of Teak dining chairs with Rattan...
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1950s Vintage Teak Furniture

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Rush, Teak

Rare Poul M. Volther Single Bed in Teak and Cane 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul M. Volther, single bed, teak, cane, Denmark, 1950s This rare bed design is a creation of Danish designer Poul M. Volther, conceived in the 1950s. The bed strikes a balance betw...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Teak Dresser by Westnofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek Mid-Century Modern double dresser by Westnofa. All teak grain six drawer dresser with sculpted wood handles and tapered legs. Please confi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Dresser by Westnofa
Mid-Century Teak Dresser by Westnofa
$1,500 Sale Price
40% Off
Early Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Model 4346
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early and rare lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen Model 4346 for Frits Hansen, Denmark. Signature sculpted solid teak exposed frame making the chair both eye catching and structurally s...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowties cross bars and lovely angels. Original black vinyl upholstery with minor wear and tear. Unrestored item with option to ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful pair moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and gouges in parts of the wood that give the excellent vintage patina while having the benefits of being completely refinished. the model 78 is in my opinion the best niels moller design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Papercord, Teak

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushion...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Baba Easy Chair by Gisbert Pöppler
Located in Geneve, CH
Baba easy chair by Gisbert Pöppler Dimensions: H 74 (SH43) x W 115 x D 93 cm Materials: Upholstered wooden frame, teak footings Like a friend that wants to cuddle, Baba is an upholstered easy chair for lounging in complete comfort. The asymmetrical form caters to a playful choice of sitting positions from formal to downright lounging while confidently inhabiting its environment and providing cozy sophistication. The low seating height and fluffy padded body make you want to sink into this chair and relish the moment. All of their upholstery pieces are COM prices. The prices do not include any fabric. Gisbert Pöppler studied architecture at California College of Arts and Crafts, San Francisco and Technische Universität, Berlin, graduating in 1996 with a Diplom Ingenieur. After completing his studies he spent several years working for various firms in Berlin, developing new architecture after the German re-unification. In 1999 Gisbert Pöppler founded Prinz–Pöppler, a partnership with architect Ilona Prinz – together creating office environments for start-up organizations filling the dynamic Berlin landscape...
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2010s German Post-Modern Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Set of Dutch Mid-Century, Jens Risom Inspired Teak Office Desk Accessories
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, Jens Risom inspired set of three beautifully designed teak desk accessories. Set contains a utensil storage tray (9 x 5.25 x .75), calendar holder -here used as a ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a beautiful example of an earlier version of the classic design by Hans J Wegner, and has been expertly reupholstered in Abraham Moon Forest Green fabric. The legs are of Oak...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Wool, Oak, Teak

Rattan Laundry Box by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56
Located in Tokyo, JP
An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with hand-woven bamboo-rattan top & side..
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Coffee Table by Grete Jalk by Glostrup
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup, circa 1970s. Made from teak wood with a long rectangular top providing a spacious surface area. The sides have a raised ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak

Skovby Danish Modern Teak Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Circa 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek mid-century Danish Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Skovby Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1970s Gorgeous book-matched teak, with felt-lined drawers. Measures: 60...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Hans Wegner CH30 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning set of 6 dining chairs model CH30 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, Odense Denmark 1950. These chairs are an early design by Wegner as they w...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Faux Leather, Oak, Teak

Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chairs for Christiansen & Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of spectacular shell chairs, crafted by Danish architect and furniture designer Ib-Kofod Larsen, and manufactured by Christensen & Larsen A/S in the 1950’s. Kofod Larsen’s versa...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Beech, Teak

Vintage Retro Teak large Sideboard Credenza by Tom Robertson for McIntosh, 1960s
Located in Markington, GB
Vintage 1960s McIntosh sideboard by Tom Robertson. It has three drawers, cupboard space, and a drinks section with a useful pullout shelf. Credenza is in very good original condition...
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak & Glass Cube Table, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Littleton, CO
An iconic minimalist design by Danish master Kai Kristiansen, this rare cube side table epitomizes the clean lines and architectural elegance of mid-century modernism. Crafted in Den...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

Danish midcentury teak nesting tables by Poul Hundevad, circa 1960s.
Located in Markington, GB
Danish midcentury teak nesting tables by Poul Hundevad, circa 1960s. A nest of three teak nesting tables designed by Poul Hundevad and manufactured by Fabian in Denmark. Beautiful ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Scandinavian Danish black leather Safari sling lounge chair with ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modernist safari chair with a teak frame featuring sculpted arms straight rounded stretchers and straight round supports. Has a thick black leather sling seat and a matc...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Teak 2 Tier Rolling Bar Cart Server Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage midcentury Danish Modern teak 2 tier rolling bar cart server table. Item features rolling casters, 2 tiers, beautiful wood grain, very nice vintage item, clean modernist line...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Rodolfo Dordoni Dine Out Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rodolfo Dordoni Dine Out Chair For Cassina The Dine Out family of furnishings by Rodolfo Dordoni is crafted to enhance outdoor dining rooms in the pursuit of comfort, camaraderie a...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Folke Ohlsson "Stanford" Teak Armchair for DUX
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Rare "Stanford" High Back Teak Lounge Chair was designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux in the 1960s. The "Stanford" model was one of Ohlsson's less common designs. This armchair has a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Linen, Teak

Teak Salad Bowl Set - 1 Large, 4 Small
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage teak salad bowl set. The set includes 1 large salad bowl and 4 small bowls. Beautiful natural grain to the wood. Made in Thailand. Measurements: Large Bowl: 9.5"Dia x 4"H S...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Sliding Door Storage Cabinet
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, sliding doors and an adjustable shelf down below. 

Matching Danish shelving unit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Large Honed Stone & Teak Dining Table
Located in Studio City, CA
Oversized outdoor dining table with honed stone top and teak base. Measures 50.25"W x 92.5"L x 31"H
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1950s Italian Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern desk for sale. Manufactured in the 1960's, and made in Denmark. Made of teak, and has been refinished. It has two drawers, and has the sculpted sol...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Coffee / Side / Corner Table in Teak by Domino Møbler, Denmark, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a Danish-made coffee table that can easily be used as an end, side or corner table. Crafted in the mid-1970's by the lauded Domino Møbler this splendid piece crafted fro...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

36" Knoll Teak coffee table
Located in South Charleston, WV
1966 Knoll Coffee Table 35.75" x 14.765" with custom genuine Teak wood applied in 2025 by Aaron Saxton. The Teak is flawless, the highest grade and uncommon...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Scrittoio Proserpio Vintage Anni 60 Legno Impiallacciato Teak
Located in Milano, IT
Scrittoio con piano estraibile e alzata in legno impiallacciato teak.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Erich Buch Attributed Teak Rolling Cart with Drawers by Dyrlund, Danish 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome, Danish Mid-Century, rolling teak cart with 2 drawers. Attributed to designer Erich Buch who had a prolific output in his time with the table's manufacturer Dyrlund-Smith S/...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Plastic, Teak

Mid-Century Pendant Chandelier Teak by Mazzega, Italy 1960s
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Italian pendant lamp by Mazzega from the 1960s. Shapely mid-century design made of arched teak wood and three glass balls. The semi-tinted glass makes it the ideal pendant lamp above...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Teak

1970s Bronze Thai-Inspired Table Lamp
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A stunning bronze table lamp featuring intricately detailed Thai musician figure in a seated pose. Material: Cast bronze with gilt detailing Design: Tra...
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1970s Thai Tibetan Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Bamboo and Rattan Plant Stand or Room Divider by Fa. Rotan, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Vintage plant stand or room divider. Design by Fa. Rotan Rotterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 1950s. Original bamboo and rattan frame with three original ro...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern light Teak Single Drawer Nightstands Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of mid-century Danish modern teak single-drawer nightstands. Great simple design and great vintage condition - clean inside and out. Drawers slide smooth with glides a...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Teak Flip-Flap Oval Lotus Expanding Dining Table by Dyrlund
Located in Chattanooga, TN
The oval version of the Dylund Flip-Flap Table is a legend. Calling something in this industry "rare", is typically an eye-rolling cliche, but this massive ellipse is a unicorn. Mo...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Chrome

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

Antique Workman's Tool Chest, English, Teak, Brass, Craftsman's Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique workman's tool chest. An English, teak and brass capped craftsman's trunk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Delightfully time-worn chest with a ro...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Exciting T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbing for Widdicomb Curved Sculptured Wood Edge Sofa
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare T. H. Robsjon-Gibbings for Widdicomb sculptural wooden edge sofa. Just look at that sexy curved teak edge along with tall tapered legs-so well designed! This sofa measures 29" T...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Peter Karpf Campaign Folding Chair for Tripp Trapp Skagerak, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Campaign Folding Chair by Peter Karpf for Tripp Trapp Skagerak, Denmark, 1970s. Constructed with teak, leather (olive green) and aluminum. Brass label ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Aluminum

Albert Larsson, Coffee Table, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak coffee table designed by Albert Larsson and produced by Alberts I Tibro, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.75"H x 73.5"W x 43.0"DAll items ship from High Poin...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Rocker
Located in Kensington, MD
In the style of designer Vladimir Kagan, this chair is designed for minimalism and comfort in nearly any space. This sleek rocker features a pair of teak wood “sickle” frames that su...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Coklat Side Table by Studio Kallang
Located in Geneve, CH
Coklat Side Table by Studio Kallang Dimensions: W 40 x D 35 x H 55 cm Materials: Solid Teak, Solid Sungkai. STUDIO KALLANG IS A SINGAPORE AND SEATTLE BASED PROJECT FOCUSING ON OBJE...
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2010s Singaporean Post-Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak, Wood

Classic Danish Modern Oak and Curved Teak Armchairs by H. Brockmann-Petersen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish modern oak and curved teak armchairs, George Tanier selection for Sibast Mobler, designed by H. Brockmann-Petersen. Wonderful s...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Oak, Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Cubic Cigarette Table Lighter in Teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Simplistically made cigar/cigarette table lighter in solid teak and chrome-plated metal. Made in Scandinavia during the 1960s from excess furni...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Round Teak Wood Side Table, Burnt Finish, Layered Design, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Elevate your space with the bold elegance of this teak side table, crafted to showcase the rich, natural textures of solid teak wood. Finished in a dramatic burnt black, the surface ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-century Sculpted Teak Occasional Chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early Mid-century sculpted teak occasional chair by designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb furniture company. The chair features a dark stain and a U-shaped back that form...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Teak Secretary Desk with Hidden Vanity Mirror
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish teak secretary desk crafted of teak with book-matched grain across the drawers. The secretary features a pull-out writing surface over three drawers. A pair of sliding glass c...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

Mid Century Teak Sideboard, Norway, 1960s, Gustav Bahus Style, Fully Restored
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This teak sideboard comes from Norway and was made around 1960s. It is most probably one of Gustav Bahus designs. It features three storage sections, two with shelves and one with fo...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Solid teak frame with a curved high back, angled seat and high quality leather cushions make for an exceptionally comfortable seat. Designed by Danish-born architect and furniture de...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

1960s Danish Midcentury Teak Tambour Corner Cabinet
Located in Elkton, MD
High-quality mid-century Danish corner bar and storage cabinet, designed for single malt or liquor collections. Features include a bar and storage section, dedicated space for glassw...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Espresso Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
Sleek minimalist bench. Hand made from a single slab of reclaimed teak wood and finished with an espresso stain revealing the beautiful wood grain. Custom sizes and stains available....
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2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Student Desk and Library Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Excellent example of a student desk and library chair from Chandigarh India circa late 1950s. Exceptional patina on the wood including various name inscriptions from young studen...
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1950s Indian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

A pair of Danish Mid-century Nightstands from Ølholm Møbler in the 1960´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A timeless duo of Danish Mid-Century Modern nightstands in teak, boasting the signature craftsmanship of Ølholm Møbelfabrik from the iconic 1960s era. These nightstands seamlessly bl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

USM Haller Beistelltisch Sideboard Couchtisch Fritz Haller stahlblau
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen kleinen Couch-/ Beistelltisch von USM Haller in stahlblau zum Verkauf an. Das Möbel verfügt über drei fest verschlossene Seiten und eine Klappe an der ...
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2010s German Post-Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic PJ-BU-02-A Desk, circa 1957, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hasselt, VLI
The "Office table" desk also known as PJ-BU-02-A, was created around 1957-58 by Pierre Jeanneret. It is a beautiful blend of solid sissoo, teakwood and cedar. Its rectangular top has...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Faux Leather, Wood, Teak, Cedar

19th Century Anglo Indian carved sofa
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century Anglo Indian carved sofa, the shaped back profusely carved with various foliage, the frame connecting down to the high...
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1860s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Funder-Schmidt & Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Funder-Schmidt and Madsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Funder-Schmidt & Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.25 wide x 21 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches Each captai...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

1950s Festival Of Britain Reclining Lounge Chair By Robin Day For Hille
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An original 1950s "Reclining Chair" by British designer Robin Day for Hille. Robin Day rose to prominence in 1951, designing now iconic furniture for the Festival of Britain. The Re...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Steel

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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