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Material: 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
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 Mahogany Wood and Brass Italian Serving Bar Cart, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Unique mid-century bar cart in mahogany wood and brass. This fantastic item was designed in Italy during the 1960s.
This magnificent bar cart is amazing because of the shape of th...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Danish Teak and Brass Credenza
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak and Brass Credenza
This credenza measures: 82.75 wide x 20 deep x 32.5 inches high
We take our photos in a contro...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Rare Egon Ostergaard Swedish Roll-Top Secretary Desk Bookmatched Teak & Rosewood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Egon Ostergaard in the 1950s, this desk was made some time after by Gustafsson in Sweden. Similar to other pieces of the era and origin, this desk features awesome graine...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
Rare 'Model 75' Coffee Table by Holger Georg Jensen for Kubus, 1960s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Highly decorative ‘Model 75’ coffee table designed by Holger Georg Jensen around 1960. Made of solid teak with a sculptural base and a beautiful round top with a fantastic sunburst v...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
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 Teak Coffee Table by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
This stunning Danish Sculptural Teak Coffee Table by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg, circa 1960s, is an exceptional example of mid-century modern design and craftsmanship. Fea...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
G Plan Teak Floating Nightstands/ End Tables
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Very stylish pair of teak vintage floating bedside tables. These were made by G- Plan and their date of birth is March 1967. The condition is excellent for their age, they are clean,...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$800 Sale Price
20% Off
1950's Lounge Chair Model 4410 Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful very dynamic designed lounge chair by Folke Ohlsson made in Denmark for Fritz Hansen in the late 1950s. High quality lounge chair characterized by a stylish timeless design...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Lighted Bookcase Display or Entertainment Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Scandinavian Modern teak lighted bookcase, display or entertainment cabinet composed of 3 separate sections, 2 sides each with 5 adjustable shelves & 1 fixed ...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
Danish Vintage Teak Dinette Dining Table and Chairs by Hans Olsen
By Rojle Frem, Hans Olsen
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic Danish vintage midcentury teak Dinette table and chairs by Hans Olsen. This was made in Denmark by Frem Rojle, it dates from the 1960’s.
This is of outstandin...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, 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
Andrianna Shamaris Organic Teak Wood Coffee Table, Mid Century Style
Located in New York, NY
Impressive three inch single slab reclaimed teak wood coffee table. We bleached the teak and added a light white wash revealing the beautiful wood grain. Floating on mid century styl...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Teak Cube Side Tables or Nightstands Danish Modern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Pair of Mid Century Modern Teak Cube Tables, designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, circa 1960s. They have been cleaned and Danish oiled. They are a versatile size and can...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Teak
Nice Roger Capron coffee table
By Roger Capron
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie table basse par Roger Capron en céramique et teck.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk /Vanity Table/ Cabinet, 1960's, Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern period vanity or make up table also useable as a desk made in Denmark, 1960.
Teak veneer wood with solid teak handles and feet.
Four drawers and mirror when you ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Mid Century Teak Extending Dining Table by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind
Located in Highclere, Newbury
An extraordinary Danish Mid Century vintage teak and wenge Model 550 space saving dining table designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lin...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Wenge
$8,323 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Mid-Century Modern Teak Console, Hall Table or Desk
Located in Nantucket, MA
A slim and versatile Mid-Century Modern teak console table, or hall table or even use as a narrow desk. It features a reeded decorative architectural motif at the front and the two ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
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
Italian Designer, Coffee Table, Metal, Teak, Glass, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, glass and red-lacquered metal coffee or cocktail table, designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Bomber Ski Heritage Carbon Size 180 in Wood & Carbon for All Terrain Exploration
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
HERITAGE CARBON 78
These powerful, precise skis are engineered with materials that offer an unparalleled combination of high stiffness and propulsion, thanks to the liveliness of wo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,350 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Danish Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Teak & Leather, 1955
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare Danish lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for G. Laauser in 1955. This elegant piece features a beautifully sculpted teak wood frame with a gently steamed backrest, show...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 Elias Barup Teak Dining Chairs with Original Upholstery, 1950s Sweden
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of four armchairs designed by Elias Barup for Gärsnäs, 1950s.
Armchairs in teak and beech with original upholstery. Very good used condition, with...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Teak
Beautiful Mid Century Scandinavian modern 4 door teak credenza sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Scandinavian modern teak credenza sideboard.
Made in Norway, c. 1965. Wonderful light teak wood with (4) upper short drawers and (4) lower cabinet doors. The ca...
Category
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$3,597 Sale Price
40% Off
Danish Cantilever Floating Desk by Georg Petersens
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Cantilever desk designed by Georg Petersens for Georg Petersens Mobelfabrik in Denmark. Circa 1960s beautiful teak wood. Unique architectural designed sturdy desk top accompanied by ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s
By ScanFlex, William Watting
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern modular two-tone wall units or shelving units. Design by William Watting for ScanFlex Holland. Striking Danish/Dutch design from the 1960s. Both wall units...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
$3,820 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza 68 ''
Located in Oakland, CA
Handcrafted from beautifully grained old-growth teak, this mid-century Danish low credenza features two sliding doors that open to reveal a mahogany interior with adjustable shelves....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Danish modern Teak and Chrome 6 drawer Writers desk by Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik. Very Minimalist Cube Teak desk with Chrome square tube legs and chrome knobs. This Desk has (...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Chrome
$2,640 Sale Price
40% Off
Floating teak nightstands from 1960's by Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Floating Teak Nightstands by Kai Kristiansen for Kaagaards Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Elegant pair of floating nightstands in teak, designed by Kai Kristiansen for Kaagaards...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak Wood Counter Stool with Beige Upholstery and Matte Finish, Maru Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Maru teak wood counter stool designed by Uultis Studio and upholstered in a beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Maru teak wood counter stool, designed by Uultis Studio, combines cultural inspiration with modern functionality to create a beautiful and practical addition to any home. The stool features a sleek teak wood base, offering both strength and natural warmth. Its seat is upholstered in Wheat Thin Twill Weave fabric, a light beige material that adds subtle elegance while providing comfortable seating for high surfaces such as kitchen islands or bar counters. Please note that teak has natural variations, therefore each piece will be very unique. The teak wood will receive a teak touch finish, that is matte and velvety, preserving the natural feel of the wood.
Inspired by the traditional straw sieves used in Brazilian food production by native communities, the Maru stool integrates cultural elements into its modern design. The clean, armless silhouette allows for easy storage, making it a space-saving option that fits seamlessly under countertops when not in use. Its minimalist design ensures versatility, making it suitable for both contemporary and traditional interiors.
Committed to sustainability, Uultis carefully selects eco-friendly materials and incorporates responsible practices into the production of each piece. Assembled and ready for immediate use, the Maru counter stool...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
$692 Sale Price / item
24% Off
Enfilade haute scandinave moderniste vintage en teck et métal noir des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Enfilade haute scandinave des années 60, style moderniste, en teck, piétement en métal noir, très beau travail des poignées. Beaucoup de rangements : 2 grandes portes type armoire av...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Campaign Chest with Eight Drawers, England
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a handsome campaign-style chest of drawers, crafted in richly grained teak with brass corner mounts and recessed pull handles. The chest features a practical arrangement of 5...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Tue Poulsen coffee table teak ceramic by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Danish modern side or end table by Tue Poulsen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri A/S, Denmark.
Oval top with solid teak legs. The top is inset with incised ceramic circled with solid teak wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Swedish Designer, Stool, Shearling, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and beige shearling stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
Seat height: 14.75”
Category
1950s Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet with Tambour Doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet
circa 1970
Manufacturer Stamp on the Back
Unique floating wall mounted storage cabinets.
Easily mounted.
Teak with tambour sliding doors.
Two stora...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Jo Hammerborg / Fog & Mørup Table Lamp Model Senior
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / teak base fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 60W each double glass shade green and white. Designed by Hammerborg model „Senior“ E7163/1 and produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Oversized Lounge Chairs, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of oversized Swedish lounge chairs, 1960, with original beige floral upholstery with colorful accents and fluted teak legs, the hazelnut brown fabric on the sides of t...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$4,200 / set
Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Teak Coffee Table, Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Mid Century Couture Collection. Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. A single three inch slab of ancient teak taken from my finest collection, is hand ...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Danish Modern Octagonal Teak & Reversible Color Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern Octagonal Teak & Reversible Color Tray
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Lacquer
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Measures 18.5" in width, 20.5" in depth and 27" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Expertly Restored - Hans Wegner CH-30 Teak & Leather Chair Carl Hansen & Son
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
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Antique Anglo-Indian Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Cabinet for Wall or Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early Anglo-Indian with elaborate mother-of-pearl inlay and carved and pierced details. The wood is most likely teak. I think it could work well from wall to table.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Teak Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Teak
Danish Sofa by Domino Mobler Denmark in the style of H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted Danish sofa in a medium beige diagonal patterned corduroy styled soft chenille fabric . The piece sits on a solid teak wood frame and legs making for a sturdy and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Italian Office Teak Desk in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy 1960's
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid-Century Teak and Cherry Wood Desk in the Style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1960s
Refined Italian Office Teak Desk in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, manufactured in Italy i...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,934 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage warm brown teak coffee table with two drawers and extension leaf
Located in Casteren, NL
This coffee table with extension leaf was crafted in Indonesia around 1970 and is made from solid teak wood. Indonesia is a former Dutch colony, and this historical connection is cle...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Teak Furniture
Materials
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
Mid Century Teak & Leather Framed Armchair by Ekornes Stressless, Norway 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Leather Armchair from Ekornes Stressless
Made in Norway in the 80s
Category
1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Stemlite Organic Nordic Modern Turned Natural Teak Wood Table Lamp by Designline
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
THIS ITEM IS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING!
An artisan handmade table lamp by Design Line. It features a solid turned teak wood base with a handblown frosted white shade which gives of...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass, Teak
Teak Scroll Waterfall Bench
Located in Redding, CT
Teak Scroll Waterfall Bench. Perfect for at the foot of a bed or use as a coffee table .
Category
2010s Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Mobelfabrik 'Boomerang' Desk in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik, desk model 'Boomerang', teak, brass, Denmark, 1960s.
Beautifully formed teak writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and produced...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Kurt Østervig Attributed Large Danish Four-Seat Sofa, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Amazing sofa sleek organic design lines and just the epitome of the best the Danish designers of the 1960s had to offer. Some of these fantastic designs were in many ways the last ho...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Storage Cabinet, Circa 1960, Two-Piece
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern tall teak wood storage cabinet is circa 1960. This unique cabinet is elegantly proportioned with clean, minimalist lines and is well-crafted fr...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Large Dansk Staved Teak Salad Bowl Jens Quistgaard
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
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
Pair of Friso Kramer "Result" Chairs with Dark Green Frames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original pair of "Result" chairs by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel with molded plywood seating and green enameled steel frame. In original condition with visible wear including sc...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
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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