Swedish Modern Granite Dining Table, Sweden, 1950s

Rustic “Skoga” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from pine. Chunky rounded lines.

Striking dining table by Carl Malmsten, in a rustic design. Made from stained pine with clean lines and a folkloristic decorative detail under the table top.

Pair of elegant bedside tables, made from mahogany with dramatic veneer on the fronts. Decorative round brass handles. Practical shelves under the drawers.

Beautiful table lamp from NK, with a brass base, leather wound handle and green lacquered metal shade adorned with a brass flower.

Swedish extendable dining table, manufactured by AB Baums Möbelfabrik in the 1950s. Wooden frame with clear laminate top. Vintage dining table from the 1950s made by AB Baums Möbelf...

vintage dining table extendable 1950s Swedish period 1950s design Ab Ivar Ericson Sweden condition good light signs of use scratches o...

This “Svensk Fur” or ‘Swedish Pine’ dining table is a nod to modernist design with traditional Swedish craftsmanship. The design relays an insight about the society and culture in which it was produced: closeness to nature, the appreciation of a clutter-free environment and the value of quality handiwork. The Malmvall pieces that appeal to most are the models designed for “Svensk Fur”, for the sheer fact that they seem completely contemporary and undated. The pieces of the line, such as this table, are often compared to the designs of Axel Einar Hjorth, even though Malmvall’s designs are exceptional on their own merit. Self-taught, Göran Malmvall was a highly skilled cabinetmaker with considerable technical expertise and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. This table holds a natural expression with its airy and organic design, which is dominated by the natural beauty of the material and the creative use of the tenon and mortise joinery. The rectangular tabletop showcases the solid pine’s pattern, reinforcing the rustic feel. The legs have carved out vertical lines, a smart detail that elongates them optically. Göran Malmvall, the youngest son of Karl Andersson, was a highly skilled cabinetmaker with considerable technical expertise and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. His expertise can be traced not only in this detail, but also in the legs’ joinery technique. Swedish modern – despite its name – in many ways transcends the word ‘modern’, and so does Malmvall. Like the style, the Svensk Fur pieces can be incorporated successfully into contemporary and traditional interiors alike, lending themselves to a timeless and universal appeal. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches and marks on the wood. Dimensions: 51.18 in W x 31.1 in D x 28.34 in H 130 cm W x 79 cm D x 72 cm H About the Designer: Göran Malmvall (1917–2001) was the youngest son of the manufacturing company’s founder, Karl Andersson. He studied furniture design under Carl Malmsten and was involved with the family business from an early age until 1982, mainly in the capacity of an in-house furniture designer. Self-taught, he was a highly skilled cabinet-maker with considerable technical expertise, and was renowned for the boldness of his innovations. His most notable designs include Svensk Fur, Svitjod and, not least, the KA 72 cabinet...

Teak dining table with a 50 cm central extension leaf. Soft lines and balanced proportions. Scandinavian teak dining table, dating from the 1950s/60s, characterized by rounded shape...