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Mid-20th Century Teak Clamshell Garden Table
$3,800
£2,858.51
€3,311.45
CA$5,357.21
A$5,957.58
CHF 3,126.35
MX$72,649.81
NOK 39,518.22
SEK 37,049.91
DKK 24,716.28
About the Item
Sculptural, whimsical, and a touch surreal, this mid-20th century hand-carved teak garden table brings the romance of the Italian grotto tradition into the everyday. The base is formed from a composition of stacked clamshells—each carved with the rough, craggy texture of giant shells weathered by time and tide—supporting a smooth, round top. The grotto style, beloved in 18th- and 19th-century Europe for its theatrical nods to the sea, here gets a mid-century reinterpretation in durable teak, a wood that thrives outdoors yet feels equally compelling indoors. Imagine it anchoring a shaded terrace, standing among potted palms in a sunroom, or adding a touch of the unexpected in a country house drawing room. As much a conversation piece as it is functional furniture, it blurs the line between utility and fantasy—inviting you to linger, entertain, and dream somewhere between land and sea.
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some chips and losses to the bottom edges, can be seen in the photos. There are also a few cracks in the teak, but they're very stable and don't compromise their durability or use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: RIGHTPROPER35111stDibs: LU3738346276872
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