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Material: Teak
Bertil Fridhagen, Swedish Modern, Writing Desk or Vanity, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Writing Desk or Vanity, Teak, Sweden, 1960s A wonderful three piece writing desk or vanity designed by Bertil Fridhagen (Swed...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

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...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal, Brass

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 ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak, Fabric

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...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Beech, Teak, Plywood

Danish Vintage Teak Dinette Dining Table and Chairs by 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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Bouclé, Teak

1960s Stilnovo Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Teak Italian Chandelier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
It's a teak, brass and glass six lights chandelier designed and manufactured in Italy in the Sixties, it has been checked and rewired by an electrician, it works both 110 240 volts a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Brass

G Plan from the Fresco range designed by VB Wilkins. A large teak sideboard.
Located in London, GB
G Plan from the Fresco range designed by VB Wilkins. A longer than usual mid-century teak sideboard.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Large Vintage Robert Heritage Mid Century Teak, Afromosia and Sapele sideboard
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A very large Vintage Mid Century Teak, Afromosia and Sapele Knighstbridge sideboard/credenza designed by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine. Standing at just over 244cm in length the Knightsbridge really was the Grand Daddy of all Heritage’s amazing sideboards; not to mention the combination of wood that gave it a wonderfully aesthetic appeal. It’s therefore a long sideboard that would naturally suit a large room or hallway. The drawer section is ribbed Afromosia (which is a harder African teak variant with a richer darker colour) whereas the main cupboard and top section is a more traditional golden teak. But in addition, Heritage has finished the main doors off in Sapele which is a lighter cross cut Mahogany variant that creates a ribbon grain effect as it catches the light – the doors can therefore look lighter or darker in colour as you walk around the piece. As regards storage, there’s a lot on offer. The sideboard has 4 large drawers with beautifully detailed handles and with stylised ribbed fronts – and then there are two sets of doors which reveal two large two tier storage...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak, Sapele Wood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Armoire Wardrobe by Austinsuite Danish Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning wardrobe made by renowned furniture maker Austinsuite is now available at Mid Century Traders. Crafted from exquisite teak, this Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrob...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Small Pendant lamp Maria Lindeman for Idman, 1950's Scandinavian Modern
Located in Chicago, IL
Maria Lindeman Pendant lamp Idman, circa 1950's. Finland. Hardwired. Teak slats, glass, enameled steel, brass, plastic 12.5" h × 7.25"d A beautiful and classic Scandinavian modern...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Karl Holmberg Set of Three Teak Leaf Coasters, Sweden, circa 1960s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Karl Holmberg Set of Three Teak Leaf Coasters, Sweden, circa 1960s.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Italian Tension Pole Lamp by Tempestini for Laurel! Teak 50s
Located in Peoria, AZ
MAGNIFICENT Mid Century Tension Pole Lamp Maurizio Tempestini for Laurel Lamp Company! Incredible hand worked brass! Hand cut and formed teak trim! Exceeding rare! The finest mid century pole lamp in the world! This Italian brass & teak pole lamp...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Bergboms White Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of diabolo shaped Swedish milk white glass table lamps with teak fittings. Designed by Berndt Nordstedt for Bergboms. Please note: We are selling these lamps without the lamp shades. The measurements stated are of the lamps without the shades. The EU wall plugs...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Glass, Teak

Scandinavian Mid-Century Three Drawer Console Table in Teak
Located in Karis, Nyland
Scandinavian mid-century three drawer console table in teak. Sleek design and ample storage make it a perfect addition to any living space.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Vintage Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Danish Patina
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Beautiful patina, reupholstered in cognac (orange/yellow/brown tone) leather. Thi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

A British Colonial Teakwood Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
A handsome British Colonial bookcase, crafted in solid teakwood and designed with classic glass-paneled doors for displaying books and cherished objects. Divided into upper and lower...
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Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Teak Furniture

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Teak

Johannes Andersen iconic teak nightstands with oak legs from the 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning set of nightstands by renowned Danish designer Johannes Andersen. Crafted from rich teak with a matching teak frame, these elegant cube-shaped nightstands feature two drawer...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Secrétaire a rullo Bröderna Gustafssons
By Bröderna Gustafssons
Located in Brescia, IT
Secrétaire scandinavo in teak con chiusura a rullo, maniglie e gambe in legno rossastro con puntali in ottone. Etichetta originale del fabbricante. Elegante secrétaire anni ’50 in t...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Restored Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Danish modern solid teak rocker attributed to Frank Reeenskaug. Frame restored with a fresh teak oil finish and new webbing. Seat and back cushions brand new custom made by our exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Teak

Vintage Mid Century Teak and Opaline Glass Table Lamp
Located in Søborg, DK
A vintage teak and opaline glass table or floor lamp from Johansen Wood of Denmark. The base is in turned teak and the shade or defuser is in opaline hand blown glass. A great mid ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Opaline Glass, Teak

Pair of Illum Wikkelso Lounge Chairs for A. Mikael Laursen & Son
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of Illum Wikkelso Lounge Chairs for A. Mikael Laursen & Son
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Teak Two-Tier Side Table by Lane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Hand-Carved Ibex Book Ends, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern book ends. Striking Indonesian design from the 1970s. Solid teak frames with original hand-carved Ibex sculpture. This wonderful pair ...
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1970s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

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,...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

HEWN Modern Dining Chair, Sculptural Slab Side Chair, Accent Chair, Vanity Chair
Located in Portland, OR
Contemporary lines with hand sculpted facets define this simple yet strong dining side chair. The sculpted slabs are inspired by the multitude of natural slabs that we select from to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Teak Furniture

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Cherry, Mahogany, Oak, Teak, Walnut

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Teak and Grey Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '2557', fabric, teak, 1955 This sofa model 2557 is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1955. This sofa is simpl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Desk or Console Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This desk features all teak wood construction that is double sided to be used in the middle of a room. Sleek minimalist...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

CB06 Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1952
Located in Balen, BE
A Mid-Century linnen cabinet 'model CB06', designed by Cees Braakman in the 1950s and manufactured by Pastoe in the Netherlands. This is a rare example in the birchwood series with...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Birch, Teak

Mid Century Floor Lamp in Teak and Brass 1960s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid Century Floor Lamp in Teak and Brass, Europe, 1960s. A beautiful and timeless mid century floor lamp in teak and brass. Simple and elegant design, fits various interior styles. ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Brass

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955
Located in London, GB
Authentic 'Office Chair' from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (Ref. PJ-SI-28-B). In excellent condition - joints have been restored and cane work replaced. Pierre Jeanneret (22 March 1896 - 4 December 1967) was a Swiss architect who collaborated with his cousin, Le Corbusier, designing furniture for Le Corbusier's vast modernist complex at Chandigarh. Jeanneret remained for over 15 years as the project’s chief architect and the city remains a masterpiece of the modern vision. The pair pioneered a new aesthetic that placed function and order over embellishment—Jeanneret’s work imbuing the strict geometry of modernism with lighter materials like cane and wood. Jeanneret also collaborated with other modern masters, Charlotte Perriand on experiments in aluminium and wood, and Jean Prouve developing prefabricated housing. Literature: Catalogue Raisonné du Mobilier: Jeanneret Chandigarh, 2019. Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, The Indian Adventure...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Cane, Teak

1960s Teak Wall Bookcase
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Two-bay vintage bookcase with boiserie and shelves and adjustable position storage elements in teak veneer wood. Good conditions.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Folke Ohlsson Walnut Queen Headboard Dux Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A slat spindle styled teak wood queen headboard with rounded corners and sculptural top edge lending to a simple rich aesthetic. Designed by Folke...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Small Martin Visser BZ29 Sofa for t' Spectrum in Plum with Teak Armrests, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely small settee with black enameled metal frame and outreaching teak armrests. Engineer-designer Martin Visser (1922-2009), who oversaw manufacturing and developed the collection...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Steel

21st Century Mocha Color Saddle Swing Handmade Crochet Outdoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The IOTA Saddle Swings are lightweight and compact. They are good for enjoying the outdoors and kids love them too. You can easily take the hammock like swing with you to hang during camping trips...
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2010s Israeli Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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Polyester, Teak, Acrylic

Two Teak nightstands Dutch 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two Teak nightstands. Comes with there original Black Glass tray. Good condition. Typical 1960s.
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Two Teak nightstands Dutch 1960s
Two Teak nightstands Dutch 1960s
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Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Parchment, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and off-white parchment paper wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 11.5"H x 4.125"W x 5.5"D Back Plate Dimensi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Folding Tray Side Table by Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile Danish Modern tray table designed by H. Engholm & Svend Åge Willumsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark circa 1950s. This extraordinary and practical table design features a sculpted teak wood base with a spider leg base and a rounded teak tray...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Pair Medium Brown, Chunky Teak Root Side Tables or Stools, Organic Design, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in Asia in the 1980s, this pair of side tables features a cylindrical design perfect as a side table or a small stool. Turned out of a large and chunky teak root sl...
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1980s Organic Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Webe Pelican Chair by Louis Van Teeffelen with New Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, "Pelican" chair by Louis Van Teeffelen. Dutch Mid-Century designer Louis van Teeffelen (1921–1972) is most renowned for his furniture designs for Wébé. From 1955 ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Velvet, Teak

Danish Teak Sideboard / Credenze, Arne Vodder for Sibast, C. 1960.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking example of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, this Model 37 credenza was designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler around 1960. Crafted in richly grained teak, the piece fe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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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...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Antique Veranda Gin Cabinet, Ceylon, Teak, Corner Cupboard, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an exceptional antique veranda gin cabinet. A Ceylonese, carved teak corner cupboard, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Exquisitely ...
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1880s Sri Lankan Late Victorian Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Lovely Adjustable Japanese Style Ceiling Lamp Made in Teak by Temde Swiss, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large shapely teak lamp with jute cord weave. Adjustable from 95cm to 166cm. The lamp is executed with one E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It runs...
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1960s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Metal

Antique Military Teak Trunk Coffer Coffee Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique Victorian teak military trunk or coffer, circa 1860 in date. With a rectangular hinged lid, side carrying handles and brass fittings there is no ...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Sculptural Teak Wood Bench, Modern Organic, Stunning Wood Textures, Dark Brown
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Inspired by the contours of Bamboo, this bench was designed without any straight lines or edges. The bench was meticulously sculpted to the perfect shape from solid teak wood. The wo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Massive 5ft Antique Carved Teak Wheeled Dowry Chest
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This massive 19th century, antique wheeled dowry chest is stunning. Constructed of solid teak and measuring just over 5ft in length and almost 3 ft tall, it is a massive piece of fu...
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19th Century Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Arne Vodder Danish Teak Vanity Secretary Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arne Vodder Danish Teak Vanity Secretary Desk Beautifully designed teak vanity secretary desk by Arne Vodder, a celebrated figure in Danish modern design. This multi-functional piec...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

1960s Danish Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table (Refinished)
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish Modern Teak Extension Dining Table This stunning 1960s Danish Modern dining table is a true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship and timeless design. Expertly crafted in D...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Vintage teak stool by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Danish Mid-Century Design 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Very nice decorative stool made by the Danish designer Hugo Frandsen, for the Danish furniture producer Spøttrup Mobler in the 1960s. The stool has a tripod structure in high quali...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Faux Leather, Teak

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Tall Buffet Credenza by Austinsuite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your living space with this beautiful tall buffet credenza by renowned British furniture maker Austinsuite, available at Mid Century Traders. Known for its mid-century modern...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

Mid-Century Square Coffee Table by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler, Denmark, 1960
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Elegant Danish mid-century square coffee table designed by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler in the 1960s. Made from teak wood, it features beautiful rounded edges and a woven rattan sh...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Andernach, DE
Fantastic Scandinavian mid-century design 1960s to 1970s by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark. Maker is the Möbelfabrik Schou Andersen. Two chairs made of beautiful honey coloured teak, the o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture

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Teak

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...
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1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Teak Furniture

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Teak

Extendable Dining Table by H.W. Klein for Bramin, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful rectangular dining table produced by Bramin, Denmark 1960s. This table is made of teak and can be extended. The table is in very good condition and marked by the producer. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern 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

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture

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Wood, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic set of four dining chairs in teak with wool seats designed in the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Mobler of Denmark. The style of these Kai Kristiansen chairs is often mi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Teak

Danish Teak and Oak AT-312 Dining Table by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak and Oak AT-312 Dining Table by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1960s. Lovely Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Model AT 312 dining table with frame and legs in solid Nordic ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Oak, Teak

Rare Hans Olsen black suede leather safari lounge Antelope chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional Antelope Safari or Hunting lounge chair by Hans Olsen produced by Viskadalens Möbler of Denmark circa 1960. This chair features an elegant and solid Teak frame which hold...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture

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Brass

Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, 1950s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish modular wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, produced in Denmark in the 1960s. This teak setup has two drawer cabinets, two display cabinets and six bookshelves. Alway...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture

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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.”

Find a range of antique, new and vintage teak furniture on 1stDibs.