Scandinavian Modern
Mid-Century Teak Open Cabinet / Low Shelf Unit — Dovetailed Construction, British c.1960s
Mid-Century Teak Open Cabinet / Low Shelf Unit — Dovetailed Construction, British c.1960s
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A mid-century teak open cabinet, defined by visible dovetail joinery and a clear internal structure.
The main body is constructed with exposed dovetails — a detail that gives the piece both strength and presence. The form is reduced to a simple open volume, divided by two horizontal rails that organise the interior into measured tiers.
The design is defined by structure rather than ornament. The internal divisions introduce simple rhythm and proportion, turning a functional object into something quietly architectural.
While it reflects the modular thinking of the period — where furniture was often conceived as part of a wider interior arrangement — the piece stands comfortably on its own. Compact, well made, and visually resolved from all sides.
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Condition
Good vintage condition. Light, even wear consistent with age. Structurally sound.
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Dimensions
H: 54cm W: 38cm D:30.5cm
Internal: W:35cm top section H:15cm Bottom section H26cm
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Why it works
The design is defined by how it is made. The visible joinery and internal divisions give the piece a clarity — a sense that function and construction are working together rather than being concealed.
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