Mid Century Danish Teak Corner Cabinet By S E Peterson

A very attractive yet simplistic two tier bow fronted corner cabinet beautifully crafted and produced in Denmark in the 1960’s, both doors are lockable with one key supplied, the cabinet has been re finished and is in excellent condition inside and out

Age: 1960

Style: Mid Century Modern

Material: Teak

Origin : Denmark

Condition: Excellent

Restoration; re finished

Dimensions: 141h x 86w x 60d cm

More on mid Century Design

The term Mid-century modern is frequently misunderstood and is a broad term used to describe the architecture, interior design and furniture in America during the period after World War II to the mid-1970s. It is important not to be confused with the art deco design trend which was popular during the previous era of World War I.

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 1920s and 1930s. In the 1920s vehicles were becoming more popular and one of the significant changes to modern homes during this time was the addition of garages. Carports were another feature that appeared in-house designs during this time. It was only towards the at the end of World War II that modern design movement started to progress.

Towards the 1940s US soldiers returned home with their families which create a huge demand for tract housing. These 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.