Friday, December 12, 2014

NOW SOLD!!! TEAK Expo 67 COFFEE TABLE by RS ASSOCIATES Canadian Classic

NOW SOLD !here is a classic of Canadian Modern Design. Originally planned as a designed for display at Expo 1967 in Montreal, the piece did not actually go into production until 1968. Designed by R.S. Associates of Montreal the unique design and construction gives the appearance that the top is actually “floating”, completely separate from the lower pedestal. Done in a rich teak wood that features a fantastic vintage patina. It does have some chips to the bottom of the front pedestal, and the top does have a few light scratches from honest use. It has been used but not abused. The nice thing about teak wood, scratches and marks are easily taken care of. Just a quick light sanding and then a good oiling and all of its stunning luster comes back to life. I have taken this into account when pricing this Piece. The table Measures 66 inches long, 26 inches wide and 15 inches high. . I am not much of a photographer so the pictures don't do the table justice. These would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or add a slightly retro accent to any contemporary room. As more and more interest is being shown in Canadian Mid-Century Modern Design these are bound to gain in value.

Saturday, December 6, 2014

NOW SOLD Solid Teak Round Coffee Table

SOLD here is a nice Round Coffee Table. I am unsure who designed the piece, and there are no makers marks or labels. Whoever it was clearly influenced by 1960s Scandinavian and Danish design. Elegant lines and a tapered sculped edge create great aesthetic appeal. It is made of solid teak, and is structurally strong. Someone at some point varnished or stained the top in a dark brown tone, and did a pretty poor job. The glossy finish will need to be stripped away (I have taken that into account when pricing this piece. The table measures 38 ½ inches in diameter, and 15 ½ inches tall. SOLD

NOW SOLD Jese Mobel Teak Coffee Table

NOW SOLD here is a nice Vintage Teak Round Coffee Table made by the Jese Co. in Denmark (labeled as such). I am unsure who designed the piece. The vintage teak has taken on a nice patina and glow. It does have some surface scratches and dents, it has been well loved but not abused . The nice thing about teak wood is it is easily brought back to life. Just a quick light sanding and then a good oiling and all of its stunning luster beams through. The table measures 39 ¼ inches in diameter, and 19 ¾ inches tall. NOW SOLD

Friday, December 5, 2014

NOW SOLD JAN KUYPERS Afrormosia COFFEE TABLE African TEAK Imperial Furniture

For sale here is a stunning Coffee Table designed by Jan Kuypers for Imperial Furniture Company of Stratford Ontario. Dutch born Jan Kuypers Considered one of the giants of Canadian Modern design Kuypers pieces are now highly sought after for their innovative and stylish look. This table is no exception. It is made of a very rare exotic wood called Afrormosia, often referred to as African Teak as it is Native to the African continent and was often used as a replacement for Teak when it became scarce in the late 1960’s. It shares some similarities in grain to Teak, but has its own unique stunning grain which stand out on this piece. Unfortunately it was over harvested over time and is now an endangered species, and is exceptionally expensive. Beautiful elegant lines and tapered edges stand out and clearly demonstrate Kuypers design prowess. It does have some surface scratches and dents, it has been well loved but not abused (I have taken this into account when pricing this piece. It still looks great. I did a little research and found some info about Imperial and Kuypers on Page 83 of the Design In Canada book. The table measures 5 feet long, 21 inches wide, and 15 ½ inches high. Imperial label on the underframe. I am not much of a photographer so the pictures don't do the table justice. These would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or add a slightly retro accent to any contemporary room. As more and more interest is being shown in Canadian Mid-Century Modern Design these are bound to gain in value

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

THIS IS NOW SOLD Vintage TEAK Display HUTCH Cabinet DANISH Modern Style

THIS IS NOW SOLD a Vintage Display Hutch / cabinet done in a rich teak wood. I have not been able to find and makers marks indicating who designed or made this piece but it certainly was influenced by the Scandinavian furniture of the 1950 and 1960’s. The measurements for the Hutch with glass doors is 39 inches tall, 4 foot wide and 12 ½ inches deep. The hutch has two sliding glass doors, with 3 adjustable shelves and a great display space It can be free standing as shown, or would look fantastic sitting atop a sideboard or credenza. The piece is in great vintage condition with a fantastic patina to the surface. It is a quality piece as exemplified by the brass grommet holes for the shelves to adjust on. This would look great in any dinning room, or office or just as a day to day storage piece. Functional austere design that is so typical of the 60’s Danish / Scandinavian Modern design movement. It also would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or adding a sligtly retro accept to any contemporary room. This is priced to sell quickly THIS IS NOW SOLD

NOW SOLD TEAK Sideboard CREDENZA and Display HUTCH Eames DANISH Modern Style

NOW SOLD For sale here is a 2 Piece Danish modern style credenza / sideboard and separate display Hutch which sits on top, done in a rich teak wood. I have not been able to find and makers marks indicating who designed or made this piece but it certainly was influcned by the Scandinavian furniture of the 1950 and 1960’s. The measurement for the for the lower Credenza is 31 inches Tall, 6 foot wide and 18 inches deep. The measurements for the upper separate Hutch with glass doors is 20 inches tall, 5 foot wide and 12 inches deep. The lower section two side area with adjustable shelves for storage or display, as well as four centre pull out drawers. There are rails present on the credenza so I imagine at sometime in its life it did have sliding panel doors, but they are no longer with the piece. The upper hutch has two sliding glass doors and a great display space This does have some condition issues. It does have a damaged leg that has been repaired in the past. You can not notice it until you look underneath the piece, and it is still structurally sound. As a whole the piece is structurally sound, but the finish does need some TLC. The piece does have some scratches and wear (nothing too bad) . However the nice thing about teak wood is it is easily brought back to life. Just a quick light sanding and then a good oiling and all of its stunning luster comes back to life. I have taken this into account when pricing this unit. This would look great in any dinning room, or office or just as a day to day storage piece. Functional austere design that is so typical of the 60’s Danish / Scandinavian Modern design movement. It also would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or adding a sligtly retro accept to any contemporary room. It would also make a great TV Stand or entertainment unit that could hold all your stereo and electronic components. This is priced to sell quickly

Monday, December 1, 2014

NOW SOLD Small Teak Storage Cabinet / TV Stand

NOW SOLD For sale here is Storage Cabinet that would also make a nice smaller TV stand, done in a rich teak wood. It features adjustable shelves and wood sliding doors that keep hidden away your stored items (or a great place to keep video and stereo equipment pieces out of view) I have not been able to find any makers marks on the piece. It is structurally sound, but the finish does need some slight TLC. The piece does have some scratches and wear. However the nice thing about teak wood is it is easily brought back to life. Just a quick light sanding and then a good oiling and all of its stunning luster comes back to life. I have taken this into account when pricing this unit. The piece measures 20 inches tall, 31 ½ inches, wide and 14 inches deep. It is of a smaller and more manageable size that would be great in a smaller space in an apartment or condo. This has lots of storage despite its smaller sizes, and features the functional austere design that is so typical of the late 60’s Danish / Scandinavian Modern design movement. It also would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or adding a slightly retro accent to any contemporary room. NOW SOLD

NOW SOLD 2 Piece Danish Labeled Teak Display Cabinet $300

For sale here is a 2 piece display cabinet done in a rich teak wood. It features two separate pieces, the upper has adjustable shelves and glass sliding doors for displaying various items in, while the lower section has adjustable shelves and sliding doors for plenty of storage. Each piece features a Danish Furniture Makers Control Badge as well as having the Made in Denmark Label on the back. The upper section sits on top of the lower and can be removed by just lifting it off (you could even just use the lower section by itself as a flat screen stand if you like). It is structurally sound, but the finish does need some TLC. The piece does have some scratches and wear. However the nice thing about teak wood is it is easily brought back to life. Just a quick light sanding and then a good oiling and all of its stunning luster comes back to life. I have taken this into account when pricing this unit. The piece, when stacked measures 41 inches tall, 35 ¼ inches, wide and 15 ¾ inches deep. It is of a smaller and more manageable size that would be great in a smaller space in an apartment or condo. This has lots of storage despite its smaller sizes, and features the functional austere design that is so typical of the late 60’s Danish / Scandinavian Modern design movement. It also would greatly compliment any Eames Era Mid Century modern living space, or adding a slightly retro accent to any contemporary room.