Peter Lovig Mid Century Danish Teak Flip Top Desk

An icon of Danish design, this original Partners Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen is both sculptural and supremely functional—designed for those who value form and craftsmanship in equal measure.

Lovig’s masterful use of teak showcases the wood’s warm glow and fine grain, while the floating top and tapered legs give the piece its signature lightness. Designed to be appreciated from every angle, this desk features an ingenious reversible design with drawers and open shelving accessible from both sides—making it ideal for placement in the center of a room.

Every curve and join reflects the meticulous attention to detail that defined Danish Modernism at its peak. The sculpted drawer pulls are elegantly integrated into the front, adding a touch of refinement that feels as modern today as it did in the 1960s.

Lovig’s furniture was designed for longevity—built from solid hardwoods, crafted with integrity, and finished with care. This restored example retains its original character while being brought back to its full luster in our San Diego workshop.

This piece captures the essence of Scandinavian modernism: warm, functional, and timeless. Both sculptural and practical, it remains as relevant in a contemporary interior as it was when first introduced.

Key features:

Wood: Teak

Joinery: Precision Dovetail and Mortise Construction

Features: Flip-Top Writing Surface, Floating Rear Bookshelf. Comes with key to lock one of the middle drawers.

Provenance: Danish Manufacture, Circa 1970

Dimensions: 64 W × 28.5 D (closed) X 28.5H / 37.5 D (when open)

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age.

Designer: Peter Lovig Nielsen. Marked with manufacturer burn mark underneath