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Material: Teak
Danish Mid-Century "Model 4508" Teak Folding Tray Table by Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Fritz Hansen "Model 4508" early edition teak tray table with beautiful removable, round tray and folding base for easy storage and tapered legs. Elegant design. In good ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,250 Sale Price
24% Off
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
1960's Teak Dining Table Designed By Karl-Erik Ekselius For JOC With 3 Leaves
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1960's mid-century modern teak dining table with 3 leaves designed by Karl-Erik Ekselius For JOC Vetlanda, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use, each ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
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
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
Danish Modern Teak Desk By Domino Møbler
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Danish modern teak writing desk by Domino Mobler, made in Denmark.
Very nice overall condition, freshly oiled teak.
53x23 inch work surface with nice teak wood grain.
Six drawers,...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Danish collectible chair, model "197", France & Søn production based on a design by Finn Juhl, mid-1960s
made on a teak structure, it measures 76 cm in height, 50 cm in width, 45 ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse Møbelværk around late 1950's5800. Solid and sturdy but needs to get reupholstered. Remova...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s.
This piece is contains two cabinets one with sliding doors a cabinet with drawers and 11 shelves
This ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Ekornes Mid Century Norwegian Teak and Leather Montana Sofa
By Ekornes
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ekornes Mid Century Norwegian Teak and Leather Montana Sofa
This sofa measures: 84 wide x 35 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22 inches
Great Vinta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Vodder Attributed Teak Danish Modern Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Fulton, CA
Fine teak Danish Modern expanding desk attributed to Arne Vodder. Denmark, circa. 1960's. Finished on all 4 sides with 3 graduated drawers and additional storage on back side. Side o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of petite Mid-Century Danish Modern teak Single Drawer Nightstands Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of petite mid-century Danish modern teak single-drawer nightstands. Great simple design and great vintage condition - clean inside and out. Drawers slide smooth and wi...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Long low Danish modern Teak gunni omann credenza or sideboard. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3 sliding doors. Plenty of storage room inside this 94" long Credenza. H...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$6,600 Sale Price
25% Off
Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Wood, Teak
Pair of Danish 1960's Low Lounge chairs with Teak Legs and Accents
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Ultra cool pair of low lounge chairs from the early 1960's with the typical swag seen in Danish furniture of that period. Made in Denmark but we are not sure of the Maker nor Designe...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Royal Cado Shelving System
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cado Royal System 3 bay Unit. Includes 3 cabinets and 8 shelves. Unit comes with Four 78" tall brackets that mount to the wall. Endless possibilities in the way you hang this very...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,500 / set
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
Svend Age Hansen Teak & Oak Credenza with Drawers for Naestved Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Svend Age Hansen
Manufacturer: Naestved Møbelfabrik
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey wi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Vintage Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Teak Vanity for Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern vanity dressing table in teak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Denmark. Features sleek circular recessed pulls that open three dovetail storage dr...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s.
This piece is contains one cabinet with drawers and 7 shelves
This piece is completely adjustable, and...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall 9 Drawer Teak Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern tall 9 drawer teak dresser by Nordisk Andels-Eksport. Very high quality construction teak dresser with 3 small top drawers and 6 lower large drawers. Very c...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Maple, Teak
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish modern teak credenza by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern teak credenza by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen by Christian Linneberg mobler. Teak construction with rosewood corners and small hole pulls with a black steel square ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
$2,470 Sale Price
35% Off
Large Natural Teak Root Wood Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive large single piece of sculptural carved free-form organic teak rootwood becomes a writhing, wispy, whimsical wonder of craftsmanship and artistry. This naturalistic...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk or Writing Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful and simply designed teak desk from Scandinavia circa 1970's. It features teak construction with finished back. Clean & ready to use condition. No drawer keys present but ...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century Scandinavian inlaid teak sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Scandinavian inlaid teak sideboard circa 1960.
Fine quality Swedish sideboard made in teak with flame mahogany door fronts. Rectangular top with rounded front corners an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Ekornes Stressless Adjustable Sandstone Leather Recliner Ottoman Norway Medium
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Scandinavian style recliner and ottoman by Ekornes, their Stressless brand. With teak wood bases and metal frame and genuine leather upho...
Category
1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Two EU/NU-11 Japanese Series Wall Cabinets by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare pair of Mid-Century Modern EU/NU-11 Japanese Series wall cabinets.
Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe Utrecht.
Striking Dutch design from the 1950s.
The EU-11 wall ...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Milk Glass, Mirror, Teak
Original Hans J. Wegner "Papa Bear Chair" AP-19, Teak, AP-Stolen, 1950s Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
An exceptional and authentic mid-century masterpiece, this original Hans J. Wegner “Papa Bear” chair with its corresponding ottoman—both produced in the 1950s by A.P. Stolen—embodies...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Large Dansk Staved Teak Salad Bowl Jens Quistgaard
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a large Dansk staved teak bowl designed by Jens Quistgaard. Made in Denmark. Scandinavian Modern.
Dimensions: 6" H x 16.5" D...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern 9-Drawer Teak Dresser with Steel Pulls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Danish Mid Century Showcase Sideboard Credenza by Bernard Pedersen Model 142
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Danish Mid Century Modern showcase sideboard, credenza, made in Denmark by Bernard Pedersen & Son, circa 1960's. The lowercase features tw...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Danish Teak Cabinets, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant pair of Danish modern cabinets in teak, raised on minimalist black-lacquered metal frames. Designed and manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s, these versatile pieces featu...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$4,500 / set
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
Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
By Grete Jalk
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
This sofa measures: 71.75 wide x 26.5 deep x 27.25 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 22 inches
Good Vintage Condition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diameter x 5” Height
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): ...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 6 CH30 Chairs by Hans J. Wegner in Black Leather, Carl Hansen & Søn, 1952
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An exceptional set of six CH30 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1952 and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, finely restored and reupholstered in luxurious black Sudden full-gr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Teak
$8,518 Sale Price / set
20% Off
8 Scissors Dining Chairs Louis van Teeffelen for Wébé Dutch 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Dutch mid-century dining chairs, 1950s. Made by Louis van Teeffelen for WéBé, he designed this chair with comfort in mind. Also called the scissor or pelican model. Made of solid tea...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid century Danish Modern Flip Down Desk in teak
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century teak secretary desk Featuring a flip down front with small drawers organizer slots and lower large drawers. Beautiful danish construction including brass hinges with wond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Niels Bach Solid Teak Oval Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
By Niels Bach
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Niels Bach designed this solid teak oval table with sculptural presence and functional versatility. The honey-toned teak construction showcases the natural grain and warmth character...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Cabinet Bookshelf Teak 1960's Denmark
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, minimalist, open book case-cabinet by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg DK. Beautiful teak with dovetail joints and nice details. The teak has turned to a dar...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen Made by Christian Linnebergs mobler. Has 5 small sliding drawers made of solid birch blonde wood. Small E...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
$1,875 Sale Price
25% Off
Bibliothèque étagère italienne double modulable vintage en teck et métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère modulable vintage style scandinave des années 60, en 2 parties, superbe design italien : série Selex de Barovero Torino, en teck et métal noir, 5 étagères ouvert...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak and beech Wardrobe KB33, by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1950s
Located in Balen, BE
A mid-century wardrobe 'Model KB03' with the deluxe option of teak doors marked with model number 'KB33', designed by Cees Braakman in the 1950s and manufactured by Pastoe in the Net...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak, Plywood
Black Oak Finish and Hand-Woven Cane Coffee Table with Metal Base, Kora Line
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing the Kora Coffee Table, a masterful fusion of modern design and sustainable craftsmanship. Designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, this striking signed piece features a sle...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Teak Longue Chair 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Danish Teak Longue Chair 1960s
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Friso Kramer Style Teak and Grey Enameled Daybed
By Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Friso Kramer style daybed, 1960's. Has newly upholstered Castro beige mattress, gray enameled metal frame and handsome, teak bed ends. The bed frame is in original ...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner Teak Daybed, by Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exceptional GE258 daybed represents one of Hans Wegner's most iconic and sought-after designs, showcasing the Danish master's unparalleled ability to blend sculptural beauty wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Model 70-15 Occasional Chair for Selig, c. 1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Denver, CO
A hard-to-find, rare Model 70-15 Occasional Chair Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig. This single chair is in fabulous condition. It features a Teak frame with no scratching, fadi...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Upholstered teak ottoman/stool, by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark
Located in Schwerin, MV
Teak ottoman/stool, designed by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark in the 1960s, upholstered in dark gray leather. No manufacturer's evidence on the wood.
Very good condition...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather, Upholstery
$484 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Secretary Desk, Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This midcentury Danish modern teak secretary desk was made in Denmark, circa 1960. The Classic Scandinavian Modern design has clean Minimalist lines and elegant curves. The upper cab...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s Floating Sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Beerse, VAN
Look at this beautiful example of mid-century modern design.
Whether placed in a living space, dining area, or office, this floating sideboard designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dry Bar Sideboard Credenza c 1950/60's
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern sideboard, credenza, dry bar, constructed of teak, teak veneer, brass, rosewood and mirror. The cabinet features an asymmetrical case with slidi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood, Teak
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A wall mounted teak flip-top desk with a black laminate writing surface over 3 drawers. It's in very good vintage condition without stains or major flaws. Designed and made by Arne H...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,850 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door by Bjerringbro, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern file cabinet with vertical sliding tambour front in teak made by Bjerring...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Magazine Record Album Storage Bin by Bruksbo
By Brucksbo, Rolf Hesland
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern magazine rack, record album caddy, made in Norway designed by Rolf Hesland, for Brucksbo c. 1960's. The teak, and teak veneer case is mounted on it's original chrome and black wheel caster feet. The case retains its original Brucksbo label on verso, as shown. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, the finish shows a couple of blemishes, specifically a visible scratch on one panel, and evidence of an old cosmetic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak Wood Dining Chair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Stuzi Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi chair by Uultis Design pairs subtle sophistication with ergonomic comfort, making it a versatile addition to contemporary interiors. *Please check availability prior to pur...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Coffee Table by Hans J. Wegner & Andreas Tuck
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted Teakwood, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Andreas Tuck in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1960 Denmark, Scandinavia.
Hans Jorgensen Wegner...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dutch Mid-20th Century Small Bedside Tables
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Mid-20th century small bedside tables
1960s small teak bedside tables with 1 table with a drawer and a shelf, the 2nd with a flap. Nice square t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs att. to Arne Hovmand Olsen
Located in New York, NY
Set of six Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs, constructed of solid teak with black vinyl seats and back rests. The set consists of four side, and two arm chairs - this design i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Octagonal Wall Mirror in Teak, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Anonymous Danish/Scandinavian furniture maker circa 1970. Reminiscent in style to Aksel Kjersgaard and Uno and Osten Kristiansson. Octagonal wall mirror with frame in solid teak. Ass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, 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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