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Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Root Wood, Rare Sideboard, Sweden, 1937

Creator: Axel Einar Hjorth - Nordiska Kompaniet
Offered by: GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN

Description
Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Root Wood, Rare "Birka" Sideboard, Sweden, 1937

A rare example of the “Birka” model sideboard, designed by renowned Swedish architect Axel Einar Hjorth (1888–1959) for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1937. Crafted in richly figured root wood veneer, the piece features three doors, with two right-hand compartments offering adjustable shelving and a left-hand section housing three pull-out drawers. This sideboard exemplifies Hjorth’s signature blend of modernist design with natural materials, created during his influential tenure as head designer at NK. The work includes the original Nordiska Kompaniet manufacturer's label inside, along with a verso label marked: MADE IN SWEDEN / R 38870 - C 9 10 37.

Matching set of six “Birka” model dining chairs available separately.

Root Wood, Brass; Sweden c. 1930s

Provenance: Acquired in 1937 at the Nordiska Kompaniet store in Stockholm by Ingerd and Bernhard Badt. The couple emigrated to the United States in the spring of 1938, bringing the set with them after being advised, “you cannot buy furniture like this in the United States.” The pieces have remained in the family ever since and are now consigned by their daughter.

Height: 29.5 inches, Width: 65 inches, Depth: 18.75 inches

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More Information

Documentation:	Makers Label/Invoice
Notes:	Verso label marked MADE IN SWEDEN / R 38870 - C 9 10 37
Origin:	Sweden
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good. Fully refinished.
Creation Date:	1937
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	101-9538
Incollect Reference #:	821310

Dimensions

W.	65 in;	H.	29.5 in;	D.	18.88 in;
W.	165.1 cm;	H.	74.93 cm;	D.	47.96 cm;

Message from Seller:

GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.