This mahogany bookcase from Hammel Møbelfabrik, produced in 1960s Denmark, exemplifies mid-century modern Scandinavian design, where functionality and restrained form are balanced with quality materials. The body is clad in mahogany veneer in a deep, warm brown with a semi-matte finish that highlights the wood’s natural grain. The legs, made of solid wood and finished in matte black, are splayed outward, emphasizing the bookcase’s lightness and stability. The interior is divided by a fixed shelf, creating two equal open compartments without additional hardware or handles. Visible corner joinery attests to the sturdy construction and craftsmanship of the Hammel workshop. The piece is in very good condition: the surface has been refreshed, and minor scratches or small filled-in losses are not visually prominent. This understated form echoes the voice of Danish modernism from the 1960s: the piece does not impose itself, but rather lets daily life take center stage. The mahogany veneer, with its subtle sheen and wood grain, seems to speak of warm afternoons when Scandinavian interiors prioritized light, space, and simplicity.
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Height93 cm
Depth27 cm
Width83 cm
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Width83 cm
Height93 cm
Depth27 cm
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