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Pair 1940s danish cabinetmaker stools carved teak seats and club shaped oak legs

About the Item

This finely crafted pair of 1940s Danish cabinetmaker stools exemplifies the sophisticated synthesis of sculptural form and ergonomic sensitivity that defined mid-century Scandinavian design. The hand-carved teak seats, with their gently scooped surfaces and organic contours, speak to the influence of Finn Juhl, whose work revolutionized Danish furniture through its focus on the human body and its poetic interplay with form. The seats are sensuous yet restrained—each one a study in tactile minimalism and natural material expression. Beneath, the stools rest on robust, club-shaped oak legs, turned with precision and a subtle flair that recalls the workshop aesthetics of Arnold Madsen, known for uniting expressive silhouettes with structural integrity. The legs, with their substantial yet elegant taper, offer a sculptural counterpoint to the refined teak tops, reflecting Madsen’s commitment to craftsmanship and his affinity for material contrasts. Together, these elements form a compelling dialogue between mass and lightness, structure and sculpture—hallmarks of the cabinetmaker tradition during Denmark’s design renaissance. Though unsigned, the stools clearly reflect the ethos of bespoke production from this era, embodying a convergence of artisan skill and modernist ideals. They stand as quiet, powerful exemplars of Danish design at its most thoughtful and enduring.
  • Similar to:
    Finn Juhl (Designer)Mogens Lassen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    København K, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7328245397612

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