Dimensions 30" H 14.5" L and 16" D
A celebrated piece of Danish mid-century modern design, typically made in solid teak and originally produced for CFC Silkeborg in Denmark. The “Smile” model is known for its elegant sculptural form and built-in center shelf for magazines or books.
Johannes Andersen (1903–1991) was a Danish cabinetmaker and one of the refined voices of mid-century Danish modern design. His work is known for soft organic lines, sculpted edges, and elegant craftsmanship—often pushing slightly more playful and expressive forms than many of his contemporaries.
Trained as a cabinetmaker in Denmark
Founded his own workshop in the 1930s
Became especially popular in the 1950s–60s during the global boom of Danish modern
Produced furniture primarily in teak and rosewood
Design Characteristics often rounded corners, beveled edges, and floating tabletops.
Vintage made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished.
 
Most of these pieces were crafted by small, local cabinet makers across Denmark and were not mass-produced. Furniture made for the domestic market typically wasn’t stamped. In Denmark, society is largely egalitarian—people don’t consider themselves above others, for better or worse. This cultural mindset contributed to the lack of maker stamps, as displaying such marks could be seen as showing off. Only items intended for export were usually stamped but our pieces come directly from homes in Denmark.
 
There is a science behind Danish Modern design. The world famous school of design in Copenhagen has made numbers of studies from the perfect height of a chair to how deep a cabinet should be.
 
We personally refurbish all the teak and rosewood pieces in our workshop in Brooklyn. We source all our products from private homes in Denmark. Our owner Lars, travels across his native country, knocking on doors, meeting people on the street, going to markets and building a network of personal sellers.