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An online gallery of modern design — where craftsmanship, history, and authenticity converge

Cowhorn chair by Danish furniture designer Knud Færch, produced by Slagelse Møbelværk.

Færch had a particular fascination with chairs, regarding them almost as sculptures — furniture that could define an entire room while still offering the highest level of comfort. His designs are deeply rooted in his respect for wood and its natural, living qualities, resulting in sculptural forms that remain unmistakably Danish.

His passion for wood began early in life, spending time with his father in his cabinetmaking workshop and furniture shop. He later studied interior design, where a formative meeting with Finn Juhl, who taught furniture drawing, helped inspire Færch’s own career as a furniture designer during the 1950s and 60s.

The Cowhorn Chair is perhaps his most internationally recognized design. Its characteristic, organic form beautifully demonstrates Færch’s close relationship with wood — transforming the material into a piece that feels almost carved rather than constructed.

This model features a teak backrest and an oak frame, beautifully highlighting the contrast between the two woods.
The chair is upholstered in light grey wool, creating a subtle and elegant contrast with the warm wooden frame.

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Very rare wall lamp designed by Sigvard Bernadotte

Very rare wall lamp designed by Sigvard Bernadotte and Acton Bjørn in the 1970s for Nordisk Solar.

Sigvard Bernadotte was not only an internationally recognised industrial designer, but also born a Prince of Sweden. He was the brother of Queen Ingrid of Denmark, making him the maternal uncle of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark.

The lamp is crafted in brass with an opal glass shade, combining a clean, sculptural form with the warm character of aged brass.

This particular example has a wonderful provenance. It was kept as a display model in a lighting shop that closed down in the early 1980s, and has therefore remained in exceptionally good vintage condition.

Dimensions: W27.5 × D25.5 × H26 cm

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A wonderful weekend in Odsherred, where we celebra

A wonderful weekend in Odsherred, where we celebrated our wedding anniversary at Lillero and, of course, hunted for vintage treasures, visited museums, and sampled local wine.

Five iconic Golden Bell pendants by Alvar Aalto, m

Five iconic Golden Bell pendants by Alvar Aalto, model A330S, produced by Louis Poulsen.

Crafted in brass with white lacquered interiors, this rare set comes from the same private home, where the lamps have been hanging since the early 1970s.

All five lamps are in good vintage condition, free from dents and showing only the expected signs of age and careful use. The white lacquered interiors remain clean and provide the warm, glare-free light that has made Aalto’s timeless design an enduring classic.

Over the decades, two of the pendants have developed a deeper brass patina than the other three, as they were installed in different rooms.

Dimensions: H21 x D17 cm

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Designed in the early 1960s, the Kontrast pendant

Designed in the early 1960s, the Kontrast pendant is one of Poul Henningsen’s final lighting designs and a beautiful example of his lifelong fascination with shaping light rather than simply creating a lamp. Unlike his earlier multi-shade designs, the Kontrast features a sculptural arrangement of white lacquered metal shades combined with vibrant coloured reflectors hidden inside the fixture.

The name “Kontrast” refers to the deliberate contrast between the clean white exterior and the warm coloured inner reflectors. As the light passes through the different layers, it creates a subtle interplay of warm and cool tones, soft shadows and depth, transforming the atmosphere of a room while keeping the light source completely glare-free.

A unique feature of the Kontrast pendant is its adjustable lamp holder, allowing the light source to be positioned either higher or lower inside the fixture. This simple yet ingenious detail changes the way the coloured reflectors are illuminated, producing either a warmer, more intimate glow or a cooler, brighter light — giving the user two distinct lighting experiences in a single design.

This perfectly reflects Henningsen’s philosophy that great lighting should be experienced rather than noticed.

A delightful quote from 1962, when the Kontrast lamp was introduced, was written by Poul Henningsen himself. After years of development, he humorously admits that the lamp had become “frightfully expensive,” noting that its retail price was 735 Danish kroner. He jokingly compares that to a quarter of a silver wedding anniversary (adding that one still has to pay for the wine), before apologising for not being able to make it any cheaper and concluding that true craftsmanship simply comes at a price. He signs off with his characteristic wit: “Kind regards – and sorry. PH.”

This example is in excellent vintage condition, showing only minimal age-related wear.

Dimensions: H44 x D40 cm

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A rare pair of “Filur” outdoor wall lamps prod

A rare pair of “Filur” outdoor wall lamps produced by LYFA in Denmark during the 1980s.

With their sculptural, flowing silhouette, galvanized steel construction and softly diffused white opaline glass shades, the Filur is a beautiful example of Danish outdoor lighting from the period. Functional yet expressive, the design has a distinctive architectural presence whether illuminated or not.

Both lamps are in outstanding vintage condition and retain their original Lyfa manufacturer labels.

Dimensions: H35 x W20 x D18 cm

The lamps are offered exclusively as a pair and will not be sold separately.

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Tatami Chairs by Verner Panton for Fritz Becker.

Tatami Chairs by Verner Panton for Fritz Becker.

Originally produced exclusively for the Japanese market, these chairs are considerably rarer than many of his better-known designs and are seldom seen as a matching pair.

Crafted from beautifully shaped plywood with their distinctive flowing silhouette, they embody Panton’s fascination with sculptural furniture while paying homage to traditional Japanese living.

Both chairs are in good vintage condition. The original seat cushions remain intact, each showing some staining, slight fading and minor colour variation between the two cushions due to age and use. As the upholstery is original, I’ve chosen to leave them untouched, allowing the next owner to decide whether to preserve their authenticity or have them professionally reupholstered. The cushions are removable, making reupholstery a straightforward process if desired.

A rare opportunity to acquire an increasingly hard-to-find pair of Verner Panton Tatami Chairs in original condition.

Dimensions: H53 x W45 x D46 x SH14

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Sunburst Wall Clock designed by George Nelson. O

Sunburst Wall Clock designed by George Nelson.

One of the most iconic designs of the Mid-Century Modern era, the Sunburst Clock is a true design classic. With its sculptural walnut rays and minimalist dial blur the line between functional object and wall art, making it a timeless statement piece more than 70 years after its introduction.

This example features the sought-after walnut version and measures Ø47 cm. It remains in good vintage condition, with a beautiful patina that reflects its age and authenticity.

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A cornerstone of Danish design history. Dansk Mø

A cornerstone of Danish design history.

Dansk Møbelkunst is far more than a book — it’s a remarkable documentation of the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibitions from 1927-1951, the exhibitions that helped define what the world now knows as Danish Modern.

Published in 1951 by Rasmus Navers Forlag, this first edition brings together furniture by the era’s most influential cabinetmakers and architects, capturing the extraordinary craftsmanship and innovation that placed Denmark at the forefront of international furniture design.

A particularly charming detail is the dedication to His Majesty King Frederik IX, who served as patron of the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition.

This is an essential reference — filled with historic photographs and invaluable insight into one of the most influential periods in Danish design.

1951 — First edition — Wear and tear.

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A rare set of six original copper outdoor lamps by

A rare set of six original copper outdoor lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen — all sourced from the same architect-designed villa in Rungsted Kyst.

Over decades of exposure to the elements, the lamps have developed a deep, honest patina with beautiful verdigris and weathered surfaces — each telling its own story. They naturally show signs of age and use, adding to their authenticity and character.

Dimensions: L48 × H23 × Ø45 cm

NB: Not tested.

The set is offered only as a complete collection.

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Some objects don’t need an explanation – they

Some objects don’t need an explanation – they simply command attention.

Designed by Jaime Hayon, the Réaction Poétique collection explores the intersection of sculpture and function. Inspired by the organic language of Le Corbusier, each piece plays with light, shadow and proportion while celebrating the timeless beauty of solid wood. Crafted by Cassina in black-stained ash, the collection is a tribute to exceptional woodworking and the harmony between traditional craftsmanship and industrial precision.

Whether displayed as sculptural centrepieces or used as elegant serving stands for fruit, bread or seasonal produce, these pieces effortlessly blur the line between art and everyday function.

Dimensions: 31 x 23 cm / 39 x 27 cm

This matching pair is in excellent condition with minor usage.

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Kristian Vedel wall-mounted shelf designed in 1949

Kristian Vedel wall-mounted shelf designed in 1949 and produced by master cabinetmaker I. Christiansen.

A beautifully crafted Danish Modern piece featuring a solid mahogany shelf suspended by elegantly steam-bent beech brackets. The triangular brackets are formed from bent beech, laminated together and reinforced at the front, allowing each bracket to be mounted to the wall with a single screw — an ingenious and remarkably clean construction that reflects Kristian Vedel’s functional approach to design.

The model is illustrated in Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 år – Københavns Snedkerlaugs Møbeludstillinger (Vol. 3, p. 95). A contemporary review, originally published in the Danish newspaper Land og Folk, praised the innovative bracket construction and noted that, if mass-produced, each bracket could likely have been manufactured for around 1 Danish krone, while the shelves themselves “would hardly cost a fortune.” A charming insight into the original ambition of creating an affordable everyday object — quite the contrast to its status today, as these shelves are rarely encountered on the market and have become highly sought after by collectors of Danish Modern design.

Dimensions: H 23.5 × W 85 × D 17.5 cm.

The shelf is in good vintage condition with a beautiful patina and age-related signs of use consistent with its age.

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