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Occasional Table Designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940’s

Name: Occasional Table Designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940’s
Brand: Frits Henningsen
Price: 6562.94 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Occasional table designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940’s. Rosewood with brass handles. Dimensions: H: 53 cm / 1’ 9 3/4” L: 130 cm / 4’ 3 1/4” W: 64 cm / 2' 2/3” Henningsen became a major driver of the furniture exhibitions of the period, gaining recognition for his perfectionist style and vibrant personality. He gave new expression to traditional designs and drew inspiration from the French Empire, rococo, and British 17th-century furniture; he was admired by his peers for the high quality of his craftsmanship. Many of his pieces were crafted in exotic woods and all his furniture was handmade in line with traditional, labour-intensive methods from the 19th century. Henningsen was greatly influenced by Kaare Klint, one of his teachers at technical college. The competition that arose between them led to a constant renewal and reinterpretation of furniture craftsmanship on both sides. For Henningsen, it was the furniture item – not its creator – that deserved center stage. This was one of the main reasons his designs never achieved the same popularity as those of some of his contemporaries. Henningsen's more functional design style developed from historically inspired to simpler, timeless work that remains relevant today. His work is rooted in classic craftsmanship with a design expression that has broad appeal.

Creator:

Frits Henningsen (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 51.19 in (130 cm)Depth: 25.2 in (64 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Rosewood

Place of Origin:

Denmark

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1940s

Condition:

Seller Location:

Stockholm, SE

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1006625608122

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Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen never compromised on quality. His furniture is known for its impeccable craftsmanship, and unlike many designers of his day, Henningsen — a dogged perfectionist — rarely permitted any of his pieces to be built outside of his own workshop. Each of his elegant low-profile tables, chairs and sofas feature the clean lines and graceful curves typically associated with vintage mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern furniture.

Henningsen was born in 1889 and apprenticed as a cabinetmaker in the early 1900s. He was mentored by the well-known and respected cabinetmaker I.P. Mørck and completed his apprenticeship at the age of 22. Henningsen also studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where one of his teachers was legendary furniture designer Kaare Klint, who is frequently called the father of Danish modernism. Henningsen saw Klint as a friendly rival, which motivated him to refine his craftsmanship and technique.

Henningsen traveled throughout Germany, France, and Great Britain to gather knowledge, experience and inspiration. He returned to Copenhagen in 1915 and set up a furniture store and workshop to create and sell his own designs. He also developed relationships with Rud Rasmussen and Carl Hansen & Søn, the only furniture manufacturers he trusted to produce his designs.

Bucking the angular and geometric furniture trends of the time, Henningsen embraced fluid and organic forms. Much of his inspiration came from the Rocco, French Empire and British 17th-century styles he encountered on his travels. The 1930 Heritage chair is a prime example of these influences. It features soft, curving lines and has a sophisticated appeal. Another piece that showcases Henningsen’s style and craftsmanship is the 1952 Signature chair. A striking work that features an inviting curved seat atop sinuous carved wood legs, the Signature chair was his last design.

The straightforward and timeless style of Henningsen furniture continues to enjoy popularity today. In fact, in 2015, Carl Hansen & Son rereleased the iconic Signature chair.

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