Danish Modern
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009Danish Modern
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 16 COCKTAIL FORKS AMERICAN TEMPO Danish Modern Style  US $9.99
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 Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Candlesticks reversable US $21.00
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 DANISH MODERN MARTZ MARSHALL STUDIOS CANDLE HOLDERS 60S US $40.99
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 Great Vintage Teak Danish Modern Napkin Rings US $7.00
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 2 DANISH MODERN STOOL TABLES AALTO US $55.00
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 5220 JOHN WIDDICOMB Cabinet Mid Century Danish Modern US $475.00
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 mid century danish modern MERSMAN walnut coffee table US $19.99
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 Teak Wood High Quality 5 Piece Salad Set Danish Modern US $16.50
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 EARLY QUISTGAARD DANSK BOWL DANISH TEAK EAMES MODERN US $9.99
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 EARLY QUISTGAARD DANSK TRAY DANISH TEAK EAMES MODERN US $10.50
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 DANISH MODERN TEAK ZOOLINE ELEPHANT BOJESEN EAMES ERA US $9.99
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 MODERN DANISH EMBROIDERY DESIGNS 1920 1970 US $9.90
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 Rare Vtg STELTON Danish Modern Brass Teak Ice Bucket US $31.00
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 VTG Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Wood Lamp EAMES US $20.50
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 RETRO ELDAN STAINLESS DANISH MODERN INCLUDES SERVING PC US $9.99
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 Mid Century Danish Modern Eames ATOMIC 50 Pc China Set US $200.00
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 Mid Century DANISH Modern Teak Lounge Chair Hans Olson US $399.00
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 DANSK DANISH MODERN MID CENTURY TEAK IHQ ICE BUCKET US $29.99
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 VINTAGE HAEGAR ART POTTERY VASE DANISH MODERN EAMES ERA US $9.99
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 VINTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN DANISH MODERN TEAK WALL UNIT US $699.95
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 Danish Modern Digsmed Teak Cutting Board dansk eames US $9.99
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 1965 Philco Danish Modern Model 5436 WA Color TV ad US $10.00
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 Vintage MID CENTURY DANISH MODERN POT GERMANY CASSEROLE US $14.95
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 Danish Modern Overman Sofa New Upholstery eames panton US $152.50
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 Danish Modern Teak Dining Table 4 Chairs Eames Era US $102.50
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 Mid Century Modern Danish Table Lamp Eames Era US $34.99
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 Vintage Danish Modern Ergonomic Oak Kneeling Chair Brit US $49.95
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 EAMES ERAMID CENTURY DANISH MODERN TENSION POLE LAMP US $99.00
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 Mid Century Danish Modern Norway Salad Servers Set NR US $8.50
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 2 Mid Century Danish Modern German Abstract Urns Vases US $149.99
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 Vintage Modern Danish Style Doll House Furniture 9pcs US $5.99
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 Cool MODERN TEA KETTLE by JORGENSEN danish mid century US $35.69
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 Vintage 70s Eames Danish Modern Chrome Black Lamp NR US $12.95
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 Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookends Eames Juhl Era US $400.00
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 ULTRA MODERN MID CENTURY EAMES DANISH WALNUT CHAIR sgnd US $124.95
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 VINTAGE DANISH MODERN MAPLE SIDE TABLE US $34.00
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 MODERN DANISH TEAK ENTRY TABLE MIRROR Panton Era US $99.99
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 Danish Modern Salt Pepper Stainless Steel Denmark US $9.99
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 MODERN DANISH DESIGN TWO FUNNY TABLELAMPS Eames Era US $79.99
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 MID CENTURY STAHL DANISH MODERN STUNNING STUDIO POTTERY US $50.00
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Mid-century is Modern - Again!
The era that gave us mass-produced furniture and the opportunity to "experiment" with our décor is making a come-back in the lush set designs of AMC's hit show, Mad Men. From Pete's chic apartment to the Draper's domestic dream home, everyone seems to be buzzing about mid-century modern, and rightly so.
With whispers of clothing lines coming out based on the fashions from the show, and online forums filled with questions about where to find Dan Draper's office furniture, the trend towards mid-century modern is firmly in place. Mid-century modern furniture - your grandmother's furniture - is classic, cheap, and easy to find if you know where to look. Outside of it being handed down from your relatives when you moved out of the house to go to college, you can find these "antiques of the future" in thrift shops, estate sales, antique auctions and online at sites specializing in mid-century modern.
Mixing these classics with your existing décor is easy. In fact they look fantastic and add a lot of character when mixed with other styles. Furniture of that era is smaller in profile than many modern alternatives, so works really well in smaller spaces. You can even reupholster these pieces to match your color scheme and still do it for less than the cost of new furniture.
Danish Modern
The most abundant and easy to find mid-century modern is Danish Modern, or Danish Teak as it is sometimes known. As Mad Men Set Director Amy Wells points out, when asked about her work on set. "I want to make Mad Men look real, as if the people really have those pieces. It's important that they be imperfect, not iconic. A lot of people had Danish modern at the time because it was reasonably priced, and much of it still exists because it was so well made."
Some designer's names to keep your eyes open for would be Finn Juhl, Hans Wegner, N.O. Moller, Arne Jacobsen.
This is a fantastic example of a teak credenza from the late 50s by Finn Juhl. Juhl was the first modern Danish furniture designer to be recognized internationally. He created a new style of Danish furniture that embraced form as much as it did function. The world noticed, earning Juhl the unofficial title of Father of Danish Modernism. You can see more credenzas and mid-century modern furniture examples for sale.
Top 10 collectible pieces of mid-century modern to start your collection
Eames Lounge Chair Wood (LCW)
The husband and wife team of Ray and Charles Eames really are American Modern Royalty. Together they made advances in manufacturing methods for mass-producing furniture. Their Lounge Chair Wood is iconic of their work.
Nelson Platform Bench
Designed by George Nelson, the Director of Design for the Herman Miller Company, the Bench has a light airy quality to it while maintaining the warmth of the wood. Nelson was also known for his advances in creating modular furniture and shelving for both office and residential.
Isamu Noguchi Coffee Table
Isamu Noguchi was a Japanese-American designer and sculptor. His sculptural sensibilities can be seen in his most famous furniture piece, this coffee table designed in 1954 for Herman Miller remains a timeless piece of design.
Eero Saarinen Tulip Table and Chairs
Finnish-born architect and designer, Saarinen was the father of the "Jetson's" look. He is most famous for his Tulip table and chairs. Coincidentally became the basis for the seating on the original Star Trek series.
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair
Saarinen was also well-known for this piece of design as well. The womb chair was said to have been designed for Florence Knoll, who challenged him to create a piece of furniture that she could curl up in.
Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair
The Wassily chair is notable because it is one of the first chairs to incorporate bent tubular steel. First designed for Wassily Kandinsky, the chair widely gained popularity and has been mass-produced ever since.
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair
The Barcelona chair was designed by Mies van der Rohe for the German Pavilion at the Barcelona Exposition in 1929. The fluid lines of this chair make it a classic that is as fresh today as it was then. Mies van der Rohe's signature is on the frame of each original piece.
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
The Swan chair was designed for the lobby of the Royal Copenhagen Hotel in 1958. The chair, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, was innovative at its time because it was entirely made up of curving synthetic material covered with upholstery.
Eames Lounger
This chair epitomised the height of status and luxury for a long time. Designed to be as comfortable as an old baseball mit, the chair certainly lives up to expectations.
Finn Juhl Model 45 Armchair
This chair typifies the Danish design sensibilities. Beautifully proportioned, elegant sinewy frame and the warmth and comfort of wood and leather.
About the Author
Melanie Carlson is an online entrepreneur with a passion for contemporary and mid-century modern furniture design. Her desire to find a centralized source for used designer furniturebrought her to create her own web site devoted to it.
Lushpad is an online classifieds site to buy and sell used designer and mid-century modern furniture and fine art.
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Silver Starburst Wall Clock Retro Eames Danish Modern - 23.5x23.5x2.25 List Price: $109.99 Sale Price: $79.99 Average Rating:   |
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The special design of the Sunray clock will make an exciting and dramatic addition to any room. The mixed elements of the clock add to the unique concept. With a variety of shapes and layers, this clock is likely to fit in with most decor and color schemes... |
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Unique Danish Design Oil Candles & Lamp Box Gift Set + Hermes Eau d' Orange Verte 3.2 Ounce Bubble Bath As A Bonus! *Plus Free Priority Mail Shipping! List Price: $59.95 Sale Price: $29.95 Average Rating:  |
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Welcome your guests in style by creating a friendly atmosphere. The lamp is very practical and can be used as a trendy alternative to candles or traditional oil lamps. Simple operation and easy filling are integrated into a simple design with a beautiful flame... |
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RED Danish Modern Contemporary Lounge Dinning Chair A309 List Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $79.99 |
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This modern bar chair has a fiberglass body with a swivel steel chromed base. Avaliable in Red, Black and White.Modern and Stylish, easily transfer your dinning or office area into contemporary space. 1 YEAR MANUFACTURER's WARRANTY Dimensions & Specs SIZE 20"W x 20"L x 24"H WEIGHT 18 lbs COLOR RED Warranty 1 Year |
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Just Another Love Story List Price: $26.98 Sale Price: $11.49 Used From: $5.59 Average Rating: |
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Studio: E1 Entertainment Release Date: 05/05/2009 Run time: 100 minutes |
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Contemporary Light Wood and Chrome Oval Table Lamp Sale Price: $145.00 |
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Made of real wood in a contemporary light finish and accented with chrome, this is a good choice for a minimalist room. The lamp's tapered wood base is oval shaped and works especially well on an endtable or bedside. |
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Out of Africa (Modern Library) List Price: $19.95 Sale Price: $10.89 Used From: $6.86 Average Rating:  |
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In this book, the author of Seven Gothic Tales gives a true account of her life on her plantation in Kenya. She tells with classic simplicity of the ways of the country and the natives: of the beauty of the Ngong Hills and coffee trees in blossom: of her guests, from the Prince of Wales to Knudsen, the old charcoal burner, who visited her: of primitive festivals: of big game that were her near neighbors--lions, rhinos, elephants, zebras, buffaloes--and of Lulu, the little gazelle who came to live with her, unbelievably ladylike and beautiful... |
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The Street of a Thousand Blossoms List Price: $14.95 Sale Price: $4.79 Used From: $2.99 Average Rating: |
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It is Tokyo in 1939. On the Street of a Thousand Blossoms, two orphaned brothers dream of a future firmly rooted in tradition. The older boy, Hiroshi, shows early signs of promise at the national obsession of sumo wrestling, while Kenji is fascinated by the art of Noh theater masks... |
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