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Material: Teak
Gajanan Upadhyay, Slipper Chairs, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, NID, India, c. 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare and possibly unique slipper chairs / lounge chairs. Produced for the Ford Foundation, New Dehli, India. Design is attributed to Gajanan Upadhyay...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
Set of Six Teak Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Preben Schou
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of Six Teak Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Preben Schou . These chairs are a masterclass in Danish modern design by Preben Schou, crafted for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The tall, gently curved high-back slats mirror...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Antique Military Teak Trunk Coffer Coffee Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique Victorian teak military trunk or coffer, circa 1860 in date.
With a rectangular hinged lid, side carrying handles and brass fittings there is no ...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Danish Teak Cabinets with Tambour Doors by Lyby Mobler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
The perfect pair of cabinets for the perfect place. It’s rare to find two compact credenzas of this quality and proportion — most units this size are chests of drawers. No fear, you’...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 6 Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Benny Linden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover timeless elegance with this set of six mid‑century modern Danish teak dining chairs by Benny Linden, a stunning representation of refined Scandinavian design from the 1960s–...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of teak bedside tables, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of teak bedside tables with drawer beneath the top and sculpted legs, Italian manufacture, 1950s.
Compact and versatile, this pair of Italian bedside tables from the 1950s is d...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,131 / set
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Pretty Italian mid-century sideboard attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, produced in the 1950s. The top and sides are made of teak on solid tapering flared legs enclosing two doors and ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
ACO Møbler Sideboard, Gunni Omann, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This sideboard by Gunni Omann is a true classic of Danish furniture design. The representative model number 13 is made of very high quality teak and is in an exceptionally good condi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960
s Cari Zalloni for Steuler-Keramik Yellow and Green Ceramic Ceiling Pendant
By Cari Zalloni, Steuler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960's ceramic dome ceiling pendant designed by Cari Zalloni for Steuler-Keramik. The ceramic dome is two-tone glazed with a vibrant matte yel...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Harald Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teak...
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Teak Floor Lamp
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century teak floor lamp
This lamp measures: 15 wide x 15 deep x 58 inches high
Good Vintage Condition. Uneven finish at base and ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$3,295 / set
One of Two De Sede
DS-14
Armchair Lounge Chair, Cognac Leather Teak
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak base, designed in 1989 and manufactured between 1989 and 1997.
The chairs are in gr...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Plinth Base Armoire
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Plinth Base Armoire
This armoire measures: 41 wide x 19.75 deep x 55.75 inches high
Good Vintage Condition - Piece has Minor Scratches. Minor Scuffs Near th...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
MCM Danish Nesting Tables Mobelfabrikken Toften Teak Tile
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Danish Mid century modern teak Night stands by Søren Rasmussen from the 1960
s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of teak nightstands designed by Søren Rasmussen in the 1960s, reflecting Danish modernism. The teak provides warmth, while an airy wicker shelf adds lightness and practicality...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid Century Modern teak Sofa by Folke Ohlsson for Dux Model 72-S
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Monterey /5-161 Sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson, produced by the Swedish manufacturer Dux in the 1960’s. Sofa has profiled armrests, representing high craftsmanship, characteristic of...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Coppia Poltrone"Kangaroo chair" Pierre Jeanneret, anni
50 Chandigarh, India
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Poltrone senza braccioli chiamata "Kangaroo chair", disegnata da Pierre Jeanneret per il progetto Chandigarh.
Circa anni '50. Legno massiccio di teak e canna.
La seduta e lo schie...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Sideboard attributed to Alf Aarseth, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1950
Located in Wichita, KS
Classic Danish, teak sideboard/credenza designed in the style of Alf Aarseth for Gustav Bahus, or Anderson. 5 doors, each with custom usage and many areas lined with pacific cloth fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
An Indian Art Deco Sunburst Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
A handsome breakfront Indian Art Deco cabinet from Ahmedabad, c. 1930, carved from solid teak. The bold sunburst medallions radiating across each door create a sense of movement and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP-20 Mini Bear Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of scarce model AP-20 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is accented by sculptural teak handles at the armrests. Our pair have been faithfully restored and upholstered in period-correct Hallingdal 65 in a soft gray hue. Stunning in every way, this makes a wonderful companion to the larger Bear...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$21,000 / set
1950/60s Teak Hallway Bench, Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Design
Located in Skien, NO
**Elegant Norwegian / Danish / Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design Telephone Table + bench, sitting bench, Hallway furniture– Teak & Leather / leatherette Seat + pine wood frame a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather, Beech, Pine
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Coppia di letti singoli anni
60 in teak, produzione Fratelli Proserpio (Italy)
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Coppia di letti singoli anni '60 prodotti dalla Fratelli Proserpio.
Struttura in legno di teak. Particolare legno curvato per la testata e per la pediera del letto.
Dimensioni stru...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from premium solid teak wood, this mid-century modern credenza is a timeless addition to any interior. Its soft, rounded edges and dark toned finish exude sophistication, whi...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
$4,490 / item
Expansive 8ft Credenza, Svend A. Madsen, Falster Møbelfabrik, Denmark, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Audacious in scope, design and materials utilized this extraordinary Danish-made credenza is as functional as it is visually arresting. Constructed from a mix of solid and matchbook-...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
LB7 Bookshelves, Franco Albini for Poggi, 1960
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The LB7 "Infinito" bookcase by Franco Albini for Poggi is an iconic creation of 1950s Italian design. This bookcase, designed in 1957, bears Albini's distinctive signature with its c...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Expansion Dining Table in Teak w/ Stow-in-Table Leaves, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a highly functional, Danish-made expansion dining table built from a mix of solid and veneered Burmese teak with exceptional old-growth woodgrains throughout. True to the...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Teak Møller Model 71 Dining Chair, Designed by Niels Otto Møller
Located in Oceanside, US
The Moller Chair 71 was manufactured in Denmark during the 1950s by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik.
Design: Designed by Niels Otto Møller between 1950 and 1...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak
$824 Sale Price
21% Off
19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Extending Arms
Located in Čelinac, BA
Anglo Indian Plantation chair 19th Century
Category
Early 1900s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$3,112 Sale Price
20% Off
Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A wall-mounted desk in wood, metal, and brass, part of the E22 series, produced by Tecno, designed by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
A wall-mounted piece of furniture, free from floor suppo...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extra large mid century Danish teak and ceramic tile coffee table.
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Liberty, NY
Very nice mid century 1970's Danish teak and ceramic tile coffee table. Extra large and heavy table with angular profile, beautiful ceramic tile inlay. Teak frame in good vintage con...
Category
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Ceramic
Giraffe
N°14.505 floorlamp by Jean Rispal
By Jean Rispal
Located in Brussels, BE
Jean Rispal is a french designer and maker of the mid-century in France. He opens his own light manufacture and shop in 11th district of Paris between 1924 and 1982.
Next to the we...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Wood Storage or Bar Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern teak wood storage or bar cabinet was made in Denmark circa 1960. The classic Scandinavian design has clean, minimalist lines and an elegant, ge...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Danish Oak
Teak Cigar Chair 1950s
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model GE-240 Cigar Chair, 1955
A model GE-240 Cigar lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, made with oak frame and contrasting teak arms. This example has been carefully rest...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Erik Buch Teak Desk Chair with Arms for Christiansen Møbelfabrik
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century desk chair designed by Erick Buch for Christiansen Møbelfabrik Denmark (only one pictured). Features a solid teak frame and beautifully curved backrest that provide suppo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
$764 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Georges Coslin Italian Mid Century Sideboard 60
s
Located in bari, IT
Sideboard designer Georges Coslin, production 3V Arredamenti Padova year 1967 ca.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$3,316 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 Beds by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Denmark, 1950
s
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of two beds in Teak and Rattan by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960’s.
Beds: we all need them! We spend important hours in them...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Pair of Danish / Scandinavian Teak Easychairs wit Leather 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of scandinavian easychairs in teak and original cushions with Indian red leather. Very good vintage condition, ready to use. 1960s.Price for the set.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Teak, Sweden, C. 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak table lamps, designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Sold without lampshades.
Dimensions of Lamp (inc...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dining Table by Gangso Mobler Teak
Botanical Tile Drop Leaf
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Vintage MCM Gangso...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Ceramic, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Portwood
By Portwood Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console.
By Portwood.
This piece is in excellent condition with very few signs of age-related wear (see photos).
I...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 8 Model 49 Dining Chairs in Teak, Erik Buch, O. D. Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Erik Buch
Located in Deland, FL
This exceptional set of eight Model 49 dining chairs by Erik Buch for O.D. Møbler, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s, includes ten side chairs and two captain’s chairs (armchairs),...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage MCM Dining Chairs by Tarm Stole Mobelfabrik Set of 4
By Tarm Stole
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,836 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Danish Teak Tambour Doors Long Credenza Dresser Server with Glass Doors Hutch
By Arne Vodder
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern finished back teak long credenza with sliding glass doors hutch.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Bureau italien moderniste avec bibliothèque étagère string modulable teck métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bureau avec bibliothèque étagère string intégrée vintage des années 60, design italien moderniste, en teck et métal noir, pieds en laiton réglables pour ajustement au sol, 4 étagère ...
Category
1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Arne Vodder for Sibast Elle and Ella Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Elle and Ella Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 19.5 wide x 21 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 17.75 inche...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Bookcase Shelves "Parade" by Kajsa
Nils Nisse Strinning , Denmark
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This beautiful modular teak shelving system, designed by Kajsa and Nils "Nisse" Strinning in the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian functionalism.
Versatile sectional design,...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,079 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-century cabinet/bookcase Ca.1960
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This Mid-century cabinet is made of veneer teak wood, a warm material that exudes natural charm. The cabinet has delicate metal black legs, which contrast nicely with the wood and gi...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is a splendid example of Danish design from the 1960s and represents the era with its timeless appearance and functionality.
Made of teak wood, the desk exudes a warm and ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Borje Johanson Teak
Chrome Swivel Bar Stools for Johanson Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions:
31in H x 22in W x 22in D.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we ta...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Buffet Sideboard by Johannes Anderson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An stunning midcentury sideboard by Danish cabinet maker and designer Johannes Andersen. The upper section with oak and baize lined slide trays to the left, adjustable shelves to lef...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Campo e Graffi Bar Cart w/ Removable Tray in Teak and Brass, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous triangular shaped serving bar cart with removable top tray in a beautiful combination of teak wood, brass, hand-woven wicker and white laminate. This incredibly unique and e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Vanity Dressing Table in Teak by Ag Spejl Kobberbeskyttet, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Introducing the AG Spejl Kobberbeskyttet midcentury modern teak Danish Design Dressing table, a stunning piece that combines timeless elegance and functionality. Crafted from high-qu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover the elegance of Danish modern design with this exquisite tambour door credenza, expertly crafted by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg in the 1960s. This stunn...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hand-Carved Teak Wood Sculpture Panel Depicting Dayak Mythology
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This unique teak carved panel depicts Dayak Tribal mythology. The Dayak people are some hundreds of various native groups found in the interior rainforests of Borneo. This carving depicts the tree of life, which the Dayak people believe exists on “Linden Tarung”, a mythical rock island where they believe humans first came to existence. “Linden Tarung” is the ancient and ancestral home of the Dayak peoples. It is this tree of life that reminds the Dayak people not to get too attached to worldly possessions. The tree of life also symbolizes heaven, earth and the underworld. The top of tree features hornbills that are the symbol of heaven. The middle represents the present earth and bottom of the tree the underworld. To achieve such detail
depth required immense patience, craftsmanship and many months by a skilled artisan to complete. The medium for this carving was an antique teak door...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s, set of 5 Danish dining chairs, reupholstered, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 5 Danish dining chairs. Reupholstered in black eco leather, renewed teak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker in about 1960s. Reupholstered by craftsman.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
1970s Vintage Danish Teak High-Back Lounge Chair by Domino Mobler
Located in Elkton, MD
The vintage Danish high-back lounge chair by Domino Mobler is a quintessential piece of Scandinavian mid-century design. Crafted from solid teak. The high backrest is complemented by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian slide-in coffee table
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1950s/60s coffee tables with sliding interlocking system, teak frame, and thin tapered legs.
Trio of Scandinavian 1950s/60s teak coffee tables with a slide-in interlock...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,313 / set
Pair of hand crafted solid Teak benches or nightstands with single drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid century studio made benches or nightstands details take center stage in this unique pair of lowboy nightstands or benches which feature solid teak construction with beaut...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Birch, Teak
$4,500 Sale Price
25% Off
Danish Teak Bookcase with Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
This teak Bookcase has plenty of storage. The top has 4 shelves for lots of books and decor. The bottom has 2 doors that provide plenty of cabinet space. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Teak Three Seater Sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stylish three seater sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark. With an elegantly designed frame the fresh ochre upholstery compliments the rich teak beautifully. A striking Scandinavian ex...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Antique, New and Vintage Teak Furniture and Decor
Antique, new and vintage teak furniture has enduring classic appeal.
While teak credenzas, lounge chairs and coffee tables are luxurious additions to any living room or other interior space, teak outdoor furniture dazzles on patios and by the pool — teak is durable and strong, and can withstand extreme weather conditions. Whether you're indoors or outside, furnishings made of this tropical hardwood tree species have long been popular with design enthusiasts of all kinds.
Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers, who also pushed it to the brink of extinction.
“Teak is incredibly slow-growing, so much of what is still harvested is young, and from a sustainability standpoint, this is far from ideal,” says Brian Volk-Zimmerman of Volk Furniture in Brooklyn. When he does use it, he only goes for reclaimed teak, as many species of the tree have been over-forested.
It wasn’t always this way. In the previous century, according to Jenny Cashin — owner of the shop Mid-Century Modern Home, in British Columbia — Danish designers, and Scandinavian modernists in general, harvested teak as much as they liked. This enhanced their pieces’ handcrafted look and came to define the timeless simple shapes of mid-century modern design. “We still see current teak deck furniture that’s very porous and light,” says Cashin, who specializes in Danish modern and mid-century modern furniture made between 1940 and 1970. However, she notes, “it’s not the same caliber.”
Old-growth teak, aged 150 to 500 years old, is far denser, with a pronounced telltale grain, Cashin says. Though she can’t speak to why it found favor with Danish designers like Jens Risom, an incredibly accomplished, still-obscure furniture designer who created sideboards, dining tables and more in teak. Cashin believes their choice came down to aesthetics. Ben Erickson, a furniture maker in Brooklyn whose leather lounge chair is made of teak, believes it may have been the material’s workability. “Even though it’s not the best on blades because it has a high mineral content, it is really beautiful to turn and shape by hand,” he says. “You can get an amazing luster by hand sanding and oiling it.”
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