
Finn Juhl Denmark, 1912-1989
Large dining table
72 x 309 x 140 cm
28 3/8 x 121 5/8 x 55 1/8 in
28 3/8 x 121 5/8 x 55 1/8 in
Manufactured by Niels Vodder
Copyright Gokelaere & Robinson
This large dining table by Finn Juhl is a testament to the refined elegance and humanistic modernism that define Danish design of the mid-20th century. Crafted in richly figured rosewood,...
This large dining table by Finn Juhl is a testament to the refined elegance and humanistic modernism that define Danish design of the mid-20th century. Crafted in richly figured rosewood, the table's organic, elliptical top showcases the designer's sculptural sensibility and mastery of proportion.
What distinguishes this piece are the discreet inlaid silver markings punctuating the tabletop—an expressive yet understated gesture that reflects Juhl's belief that furniture should have the presence of an artwork. These markings, often interpreted as functional points of extension or purely ornamental accents, serve to balance the visual rhythm of the surface.
Finn Juhl was among the first Danish designers to gain international acclaim, introducing a freer, more expressive idiom into Scandinavian furniture. This table exemplifies his move away from rectilinear forms towards more fluid, asymmetric compositions, often inspired by the human body and natural landscapes.
The elegantly tapered legs and the floating appearance of the top enhance the table's lightness despite its monumental scale. With its harmonious blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and quiet luxury, this dining table remains a landmark of post-war Nordic modernism.
What distinguishes this piece are the discreet inlaid silver markings punctuating the tabletop—an expressive yet understated gesture that reflects Juhl's belief that furniture should have the presence of an artwork. These markings, often interpreted as functional points of extension or purely ornamental accents, serve to balance the visual rhythm of the surface.
Finn Juhl was among the first Danish designers to gain international acclaim, introducing a freer, more expressive idiom into Scandinavian furniture. This table exemplifies his move away from rectilinear forms towards more fluid, asymmetric compositions, often inspired by the human body and natural landscapes.
The elegantly tapered legs and the floating appearance of the top enhance the table's lightness despite its monumental scale. With its harmonious blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and quiet luxury, this dining table remains a landmark of post-war Nordic modernism.