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Johannes Aasbjerg - Illums Bolighus

Johannes Aasbjerg Rectangular Rosewood Coffee table, Denmark 1959

Documentation

Ample Provenance

Origin

Denmark

Period

1950-1979

Materials

rosewood, metal

Dimensions

W.	23.62 in;	H.	18.9 in;	D.	64.96 in;
W.	60 cm;	H.	48 cm;	D.	165 cm;

Condition

Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The iron legs have some small chips and scratches.

Description

This table is a modern Danish rectangular rosewood coffee table, with a black lacquered metal frame designed by Johannes Aasbjerg Andersen.

The table was manufactured by the historical manufacturer, Illums Bolighus. The tabletop and bottom of the legs are made of solid rosewood, while the frame is metal. The metal parts give the table a sleek industrial style, while the rosewood sabots on the legs are a stylish addition to the design.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The iron legs have some small chips and scratches.

Dimensions:
23.63 in. W x 64.97 in D x 18.9 in. H
60 cm W x 165 cm D x 48 cm H

About the designer:
Johannes Aasbjerg Andersen (1921 – 2006) was born in 1921 in Struer, Denmark. In 1941 he got his Svendebrev (apprenticeship) as a cabinet maker. By the end of the decade he started a carpentry workshop (Aasbjerg & Ørtoft) with his brother, Harry Ørtoft Andersen. In 1961 the brothers opened their first store called “Excellent Furniture Company” in Wiesbaden, Germany. In that time only pilots from the US could afford their quality furniture, but eventually they started having German customers as well. All the designs of Johannes Aasbjerg (with the exception of the Langbordet) were only sold by the company, therefore records of his works are limited. ~H.

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern, Scandinavian Modern

Dealer Reference Number

20190212

Incollect Reference Number

408938