Teak sideboard on dark tapered legs, low Danish console table, 1970s
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Description
Danish sideboard from the 1970s, distinguished by its elongated, low-slung profile. Teak veneer covers the generously rounded tabletop, while dark legs provide a striking contrast against the warm orange-brown surface. The proportions are unmistakably Scandinavian — a dominant horizontal plane supported by slender, tapering legs that keep the piece visually light despite its considerable width.
The construction relies on a straightforward yet refined approach: a solid teak-veneered top rests on four legs that taper toward the floor. Rounded edges soften the geometric outline and give the piece an approachable character. Legs positioned at the corners ensure stability, their dark finish clearly separating the base from the warmth of the teak above.
Danish furniture of the 1970s built upon the functionalist legacy of earlier decades while embracing more relaxed forms. Low tables and sideboards gained popularity as domestic life shifted toward comfort over formality. Teak remained the material of choice for Danish manufacturers, prized for its durability and rich tone. Workshops continued to blend craft-level quality with broader production, making well-designed furniture accessible beyond a narrow elite.
This sideboard works equally well as a coffee table in a spacious living room or as a low media console. The expansive top accommodates books, remote controls, and decorative objects, while its modest height preserves an open sightline across the room.
The piece is in very good condition. The surface shows minor scratches and small scuffs. Minor losses have been filled. The more noticeable traces of use are also documented in the photographs, so that the actual state of preservation is conveyed as faithfully as possible.
Technical data
| height: | 27 cm |
| width: | 147,5 cm |
| depth: | 38,5 cm |