Mid century Danish Rosewood Coffee Table c1960

Produced in Denmark around 1960 using Santos rosewood the table is of large proportions has a good solid sturdy under frame with nice graining to the timber. The table has been fully polished and is in excellent condition

Age: 1960

Style: Danish Mid Century Modern

Origin : Denmark

Material: Santos Rosewood

Condition: Excellent

Restoration: Fully polished

Dimensions: 49h x 140w x 75d cm

 

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The phrase was first used when art historian, Cara Greenberg, published her book in 1984. She describes how and why mid-century furniture developed and identifies some of the iconic designers between the 1940s until the late 1960s. The earliest movement of mid-century modern design is said to have happened in Europe between the 30’s and 40’s. Vehicles were becoming more popular and one of the significant changes to modern homes during this time was open plan living. These ‘Modern’ houses were a simple design, and often builders took shortcuts so that they could be built at a faster pace. Houses also became larger in size and consisted of a commercial construction that represented the mid-century design emphasising clear lines and stylish angles. Mid-century modern furniture design reflected these characteristics and introduced more curves, geometric shapes and stylised angles investing in new technologies. Mid-century modern furniture is designed to a high standard and pieces tend to be timeless.