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Material: Teak
Model 42 Chair, Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, 1950/1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 42 chair, designed by Kai Kristiansen, manufactured by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950/1960s. Teak frame, wool blend fabric upholstery. Good vintage condition, patina...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Side Table Minerva by Peter Hvidt for Soborg Mobler
Located in Vienna, AT
This rare, two-tiered Minerva teak corner side table was designed by the iconic design duo Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen.
This artfully crafted table is made from solid te...
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1860s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Mid century cabinet by Dyrlund, 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century teak cabinet by Dyrlund.
It has two tambour doors and one big drawer at the top.
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Height: 83cm
Width: 105cm
Depth: 48cm
Ref.: 25111706
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Round Dining / Café / Game Table, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome Mid-Century Modern round dining, café, or game table, crafted presumably in Denmark during the 1960s. The design is understated yet refined, featuring a warm teak top pair...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Customizable Teak Wood Accent Chair with Cane Back and Gray Upholstery, Laguna
Located in Miami, FL
A Laguna teak wood occasional chair designed by Aciole Felix for Uultis upholstered in a light gray fabric with black and gold cane accents. The Laguna oc...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Fritz Hansen Style Teak Stacking School Chairs with Arms
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Fritz Hansen style auditorium chairs. This lot was originally used in a Dutch church. Design features single shell, pressed and bent teak slipper seats atop of a brown e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Dining Chair in Walnut Finish with Off White Sheepskin Fabric, Olga Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga Scandinavian Modern style dining chair designed by Aciole Félix For Uultis, with walnut finish, upholstered in off-white sheepskin fabric. The Olga dining chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Kai Kristiansen "Compass" chair with Teak frame and bone colored upholstery. The frame has been lightly refinished, the upholstery is newer, in otherwise original condition wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian teak chair by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Chair designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The chair was distributed by Samcom in Paris.
Its Scandinavian lines and its beautiful manufa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Teak Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Teak
Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Teak, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and teak table lamp likely designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.5"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Diameter x 8"...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Retro Mid Century Teak Secretaire Bureau
Located in Leicester, GB
We can ship directly to you - please contact us with your country & postcode for an accurate delivery price.
A cute retro teak bureau desk with thr...
Category
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$566 Sale Price
25% Off
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean. All drawers have metal glides with stops. Great rounded corner design with carved handles under drawers. Clean...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,975 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Hans Wegner Teak Daybed, by Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exceptional GE258 daybed represents one of Hans Wegner's most iconic and sought-after designs, showcasing the Danish master's unparalleled ability to blend sculptural beauty wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Kawung Wood
Metal Counter Stool in Walnut
Located in New York, US
The Kawung is an homage to Indonesian traditional batik pattern that dates centuries, crafted with a solid wood frame and adorned with a touch of Javanese elegance. The luxurious cre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Post-Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
$860 / item
Large extendable teak dining table - seats up to 8
Located in Leicester, GB
A large 8 seater dining table in a nice warm teak finish. The dining table has a curved ended rectangular shape, which extends into a very long dining table via a central fold up fla...
Category
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$617 Sale Price
10% Off
Hans Wegner Set of Teak Nesting Tables for Andreas Tuck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner Set of three teak nesting tables. Ideal size, tables slide together easily and take up very little room but when needed you can slide out second and third table. Tops ha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
MCM 1960s Kumiko Hemp Leaf Geometric Pattern 4 Panel Teak Screen - Room Divider
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage MCM, four panel teak screen or room divider with repeating geometric designs, done in the Kumiko style. Each panel is 24.5" wide, when fully open equals 72" w.
The screen ...
Category
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Combination Bookshelf Dining Table Desk by Domino
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Mid Century Danish Modern combination bookshelf, desk, dining table, made by Domino Mobelfabrik, circa 1960/70s. The case features open shelves at the lower section of the p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak Mid Century Danish Modern Double Sided Desk or Console Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This desk features all teak wood construction that is double sided to be used in the middle of a room. Sleek minimalist...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Foyer Entry Console Phone Table
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Foyer Entry Console Phone Table
This phone table measures: 16.5 wide x 14 deep x 36 inches high
Good Vintage Condition - Table has Stain Fading...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak, Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is executed with six E27 Edison screw fit bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light bulbs are not included.
It is possible to insta...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning Teak Danish Mid Century Modern King Headboard made in Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning teak Danish Mid-Century Modern King headboard made in Denmark in wonderful condition. Really nice headboard with solid teak wood details. Fits a king sized mattress. Bed hea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk /Vanity Table/ Cabinet, 1960
s, Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern period vanity or make up table also useable as a desk made in Denmark, 1960.
Teak veneer wood with solid teak handles and feet.
Four drawers and mirror when you ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Enfilade vintage style scandinave en teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Enfilade basse vintage style scandinave des années 60, en teck. Format peu profond avec beaucoup de rangements : 1 niche ouverte, 2 portes avec étagère et une jolie clé, 2 tiroirs av...
Category
1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door File Cabinet with Key 1970
s
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant versatyle tambour door file cabinet with key , great piece for a danish modern , mid century home office. brass key to lock documents. we have oiled and cleaned the piece som...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Teak Dining Chair with White Bouclé Upholstery and Open-Back Design – Olga Line
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga dining room chair in teak wood with white bouclé fabric. Introducing the Olga dining room chair, designed by Aciole Félix for Uultis, this stunning chair embodies modern design and sustainable craftsmanship. Crafted from solid teak wood and upholstered in soft, luxurious white bouclé fabric, the Olga chair is perfect for adding a contemporary touch to any dining room or stylish office. The chair’s clean lines and unique, curvaceous silhouette create an elegant and welcoming aesthetic, ideal for bold and innovative interior projects. With an open-back design, the Olga chair showcases a perfect balance between comfort and style, making it both a functional and artistic addition to your home.
The solid teak wood frame features a matte, velvety teak touch finish, providing a natural wood feel that brings warmth and organic beauty to the piece. Each chair is unique, thanks to the natural variations in the wood, enhancing its charm and individuality. Uultis is committed to sustainability, ensuring that this piece is made with environmentally friendly materials and responsible manufacturing practices.
Whether paired with a minimalist dining table for a sleek modern look or mixed with more eclectic elements, the Olga dining chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak, Upholstery
Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Floating Teak Shelf by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Floating Teak Shelf by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern wall mounted two tier shelf in teak. Designed by Kai Kristiansen and manuf...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Le Corbusier - Authentic LC-TAT-07-A - the Minister’s Desk Circa 1955
By Le Corbusier
Located in Hasselt, VLI
It's not just a desk. It's the LC-TAT-07-A.
A very rare and unique modernist piece, the Minister’s Desk, also known as the LC-TAT-07-A from Chandigarh, was designed by Le Corbusier ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Plywood
Mid Century Modern VIntage Teak Bar Cabinet Drybar by Tunbidge of London
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of the Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Bar Cabinet by Turnidge of London at Mid Century Traders. This exquisite piece offers refined style with its beautiful mi...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Coffee Table Model
AT-10
Teak and Cane, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A midcentury design from Hans J. Wegner model AT-10 coffee table for Andreas Tuck in Denmark, 1950s. A piece of craftmanship features a solid teak top with a beautifully detailed ra...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
$2,668 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Teak Nightstands Bedside Tables by Carlström
Co from Sweden 1950
s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair teak nightstands / bedside tables with drawer and magazine rack on beech legs from the 1950s.
The night stands are made by Carlstr...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,692 Sale Price / set
26% Off
1960s Peter Hvidt
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Minerva
Daybed for France
Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century 'Minerva' daybed or sofa with Teak frame and newly upholstered cushions, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son. In otherwise original condition...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Campaign Chest with Eight Drawers, England
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a handsome campaign-style chest of drawers, crafted in richly grained teak with brass corner mounts and recessed pull handles. The chest features a practical arrangement of 5...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Johannes Andersen Extending Teak Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Stilarmatur, Scandinavian mid century table lamp, teak and textile, Sweden 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Swedish mid-century table lamp, produced by Stilarmatur in the town of Tranås during the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak with an elegant tapered form, it features a lamp holder with...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Textile, Teak
Danish Teak and Oak AT-312 Dining Table by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak and Oak AT-312 Dining Table by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1960s.
Lovely Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Model AT 312 dining table with frame and legs in solid Nordic ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
1950
s Lounge Chair Model 4410 Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful very dynamic designed lounge chair by Folke Ohlsson made in Denmark for Fritz Hansen in the late 1950s. High quality lounge chair characterized by a stylish timeless design...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
36" Knoll Teak coffee table
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in South Charleston, WV
1966 Knoll Coffee Table 35.75" x 14.765" with custom genuine Teak wood applied in 2025 by Aaron Saxton. The Teak is flawless, the highest grade and uncommon...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$2,415 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair Mid century danish modern light teak single drawer Nightstands by Art Furn
By Art Furn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Very Clean Mid century danish modern single drawer nightstands by Art furn. Simple basic Danish modern design teak single drawer nightstands. Has carved upper and lower handl...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$2,880 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ura Counter Stool with Teak Wood Finish Base and Light Gray Upholstered Seat
Located in Miami, FL
Modern style counter stool by Uultis with teak wood finish base and light gray upholstered seat. Introducing the Ura counter stool by Uultis, a sophi...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by G Plan
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console.
"Fresco" series by G Plan.
This piece is in excellent condition with few signs of age-related wear (see ph...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Style Teak Server With Casters. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Style Teak Server / Dry Bar with Casters by Nordic Furniture of Ontario, Canada. Circa 1980s
Features a sleek minimalist design, a long shelf ...
Category
1980s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Bowls, Sweden, Set of 4
Located in Grythyttan, SE
A very stylish mid-century modern four teak wood bowls. Designed and manufactured in Sweden.
Whether displayed as a standalone art pieces or used practically to hold fruits, decorati...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
1970s vintage Teak wood sideboard Danish
Located in None, IT
Teak wood sideboard, has 19 internal drawers and three sliding doors; The external doors are equipped with a key lock. Danish design, 1970s.
Conditions: In good condition, it show...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,429 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Danish Teak Model 100 Rocking Chair by Søren Georg Jensen, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Model 100 Rocking Chair by Danish manufacturers cube Møbler, designed by Søren Georg Jensen from the 60s.
A rare emerging Jensen design. Unlike the common Jensen rocking chairs...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Ekornes Mid Century Norwegian Teak and Leather Montana Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ekornes Mid Century Norwegian Teak and Leather Montana Sofa
This sofa measures: 84 wide x 35 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22 inches
Great Vinta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Tambour Office Cabinet, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
This elegant Mid-Century tambour office cabinet was produced in Denmark during the 1960s and exemplifies the refined functionality of Scandinavian modernism. The cabinet is construct...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Beech, Oak, Teak, Plywood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dresser Bank of Drawers Chest Danish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At Mid Century Traders, discover our sophisticated Mid Century Danish dresser bank of drawers. This striking piece offers exceptional storage and embodies classic Danish style, makin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Teak and Leather Bed Headboard by Myers
By Myers
Located in Torquay, GB
Ultra sleek mid century teak and leather bed headboard, circa 1960s.
Made by Myers Furniture GB.
With solid teak shelving compartments t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
$1,372 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Teak Mid Century Bar Cart or Drinks Trolley in the Style of Dane Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted from high-quality Danish teak, this mid-century bar cart or drinks trolley is the perfect addition to any home. Its sleek design and functional features make it easy...
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish MCM Hans Wegner for ry Mobler teak floating hutch credenza
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Hans Wegner Teak Danish Floating Hutch
Gorgeous Scandinavian piece that's been freshly refinished and is ready to be enjoyed.
One piece unit wi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Balinese Style Asian Hand Carved
Painted Sculptural Teak Door Panel
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent 20th Century Balinese style Asian hand carved & painted sculptural teak door panel with patinated brass ring door pulls. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is...
Category
20th Century Balinese Other Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Model 3 Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Model 3 Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch
This credenza with hutch measures: 65 wide x 18.5 deep x 68.25 inches high
Great Vintage Condition - Ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Lazy Susan Danish Modern Teak Serving Tray or Platter by Digsmed ca. 1965
Located in Andernach, DE
Lazy Susan designed by Flemming Digsmed in the 1960s, Danish modern teak swivel/rotating tray, complete with 6 original smokey glass bowls by KH Denmark.
A beautiful teak Lazy Susan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak, Glass
ASEA Attribution, Chandelier, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, teak and off-white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Vintage shades in fair condition consistent with age and use
We...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 CH30 Chairs by Hans J. Wegner in Black Leather, Carl Hansen
Søn, 1952
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An exceptional set of six CH30 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1952 and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, finely restored and reupholstered in luxurious black Sudden full-gr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Teak
$8,368 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique 18th Century Dutch Colonial East India Co Teak
Brass VOC Chest 1740
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique 18th century Dutch Colonial Governor's teak & brass mounted ebonized chest, Dutch East Indies Company VOC, circa 1740.
The VOC (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) was ...
Category
1740s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Teak Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Gustav Bertelsen Teak Credenza
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Modern design tambour door credenza by Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark. High quality construction and materials by master cabinet maker Gustav Bertelsen. Three solid teak drawers across the top with lovely carved pulls. Beautiful contrasting lemon wood interior with four adjustable shelves. Elegant sculpted teak gallery top trim makes this a very usable storage cabinet...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Coffee Table with Ceramic Tile Top, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This Danish teak coffee table, adorned with exquisite ceramic tiles, is an ideal addition for post-dinner gatherings. The handmade artistic patterns seamlessly blend teak wood and ce...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, 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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