Nutcracker and bowl set, brown beech, black iron, by F. Digsmed, Bodum, Denmark, 1980s.
290 PLN
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This nutcracker and bowl set, designed by Flemming Digsmed for Bodum in Denmark in the 1980s, exemplifies the Scandinavian functionalism of its era. The bowl, crafted from beech wood in a warm, honey-toned matte finish, features a square silhouette with rounded corners, a central circular recess for nuts, and two smaller compartments. The nutcracker itself pairs the same beech wood with a matte black cast iron mechanism, creating a distinctive interplay between organic warmth and industrial clarity. The construction is robust and precise, with seamless joints and a sense of lasting durability. The set is preserved in very good condition, with only a subtle patina and minimal signs of use—no visible damage or repairs. The listed price refers to one complete set.
This object resonates with the voice of 1980s Scandinavia: pragmatic, respectful of materials, and modestly modern. The beech wood speaks to everyday rituals, while the cast iron mechanism recalls the industrial backdrop of the era, when simplicity was a conscious answer to excess. It is an object that refrains from ostentation, suggesting that even the simplest gestures can possess their own understated elegance and a rightful place in the domestic narrative.
The set can be paired with other minimalist accessories—glass vases, steel trays, or neutral-toned ceramics. It would suit contemporary Scandinavian interiors or eclectic collector’s spaces, where a
DIMENSION
Height9 cm
Width18 cm
Length18 cm
Dimension details
Length18 cm
Height9 cm
Width18 cm
Weight1 kg
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