Mid Century Dining Table "Model 10" by Johannes Andersen for Hans Bech, 1960s

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Mid Century Dining Table "Model 10" by Johannes Andersen for Hans Bech, 1960s

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The Model 10 dining table, crafted by renowned designer Johannes Andersen for Hans Bech, is a stunning example of mid-century Danish design. This table is made from richly grained rosewood, showcasing the luxurious and warm tones that this wood is celebrated for. The design is minimalist yet sophisticated, featuring a sleek tabletop that appears to float above the frame due to its slim profile. One of the distinctive design elements is the "spearhead" detailing at the junction where the tapered legs meet the tabletop. This subtle yet intricate feature epitomizes the attention to detail and craftsmanship that Danish design is known for. Functionality meets beauty with this table as it includes two built-in extension leaves, each measuring 55 cm. These extensions slide out seamlessly from underneath the tabletop, demonstrating the thoughtful engineering behind the piece, which provides practical solutions for flexible dining requirements without compromising on style. The entire structure is supported by elegantly tapered legs, which give the table both stability and a sense of lightness. The overall silhouette of the table is one of grace and precision, emblematic of Andersen’s design philosophy where every aspect is considered for both its aesthetic and functional value. The table is not just a piece of furniture but a work of art, created using high-quality materials and superior manufacturing methods that ensure both durability and a timeless elegance. It represents an era when furniture was created to last and to be as much a pleasure to use as it was to behold.

Creator:
Hans Bech (Manufacturer),Johannes Andersen (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 59.06 in (150 cm)Depth: 34.26 in (87 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Rosewood
Place of Origin:
Denmark
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960
Condition:
Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Lisboa, PT
Reference Number:
Seller: 07768/231stDibs: LU4727238097132

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Johannes Andersen

Denmark has a long tradition of producing some of the most acclaimed furniture designers of the 20th century. Johannes Andersen is no exception — his name is synonymous with mid-century modern design. He elevated Scandinavian modernism’s prioritization of practicality and space conservation to new heights and worked with luxurious woods like teak, mahogany and rosewood for a range of designs that merged grace and function.

After completing his cabinetmaker apprenticeship in his early 20s, Andersen began to design for several furniture makers, including CFC Silkeborg and Trensum. A few years later, he opened his own workshop and enjoyed success from the outset. Free of the constraints of working under another studio, Andersen quickly developed his own, distinctive style that drew on Danish functionalism and human-centered design.

After the end of World War II, Andersen noticed the worldwide postwar consumption boom and the burgeoning interest in Scandinavian modern design. He took full advantage of this and began to sell his shapely and eye-pleasing tables, chairs and sideboards to markets outside of Denmark. Other Scandinavian manufacturers took notice of Andersen’s work, which led to many successful, career-long collaborations for the furniture maker.

Like Finn Juhl and Alvar Aalto, Andersen was deeply drawn to organic shapes and flowing lines. He transformed furniture’s traditionally square or rectangular panels and surfaces — like the tops of coffee tables and seat-backs of dining room chairs — into imaginative half-moons with rounded corners, beveled edges and fluid contours. His unexpected use of curves is the highlight of his sleek Capri line for Trensum and can be found in his comfortable saddle-shaped Allegra bar stool and playful but elegant Smile coffee table, which sports an anthropomorphic grin in the slot intended to hold magazines.

Andersen wanted his furniture to be compact — he experimented with reducing the footprints of bulky furniture, and his simple, iconic credenzas, sideboards and folding bar cabinets were born. These and other vintage Johannes Andersen furnishings are in high demand today by collectors and mid-century modern enthusiasts all over the world.

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