Westergaard Mobelfabrik
Danish High Board from Westergaards Møbelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Brussels, BE
Danish high board from Westergaards Møbelfabrik.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Teak Sideboard from Westergaard Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Sideboard produced by the Danish factory Westergaard Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. Sideboard made of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
1960s E. Jensen & J. Andersen Chest of Drawers for Westergaard Mobelfabric
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 41.74 in W 30.71 in D 16.54 in
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Westergaard Highboard 1970s Teak Retro Midcentury
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Westergaard Mobelfabrik. Furniture is finished with teak veneer. Highboard has three drawers and shelves
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
P. Westergaard Highboard Teak, 1970s Danish Design Vintage
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
of workmanship, attention to detail. Manufactured by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Surface covered with
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Westergaards Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Unit 6ft
Located in Fairfield, ME
A stunning rosewood wall unit by Westergaards Mobelfabrik. Superb quality with mesmerizing, matched
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Highboard Teak, 1960s, Danish Design, Producer Westergaards
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Highboard was made in the 1960s and was produced by the well-known Danish factory Westergaards
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Rosewood Medium Size Chest of Drawers by Borge Seindal - Danish, Mid Century
By Børge Seindal, Henrik Westergaard
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful, tall chest of drawers designed by Borge Seindal for Westergaards Møbelfabrik. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 40 in W 30 in D 21.5 in
Hans Jorn Highboard 1960s Teak Vintage Midcentury
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
produced by Westergaards Mobelfabrik. Adjustable shelves in height. Maintained in good condition (minor
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Sideboard Teak, Danish Design, 1960s, Producer Westergaards
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Sideboard was made in the 1960s and was produced by the famous Danish manufactory Westergaard
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Sideboard Teak, Danish Design, 1960s, Designer Erik Jensen, Producer Westergaar
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik, Erik Jensen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
The sideboard was made in the 1960s and was produced by the famous Danish manufacturer Westergaards
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
H 32.29 in W 74.81 in D 16.54 in
Midcentury Danish Highboy Dresser by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Sydney, AU
Midcentury Danish highboy dresser by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik in teak. Includes seven drawers
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by P. Westergaards Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice Danish vintage chest of drawers by P. Westergaards Møbelfabrik in Rosewood Veneer from the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Rosewood Highboard by Borge Seindal for P. Westergaard Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By Børge Seindal, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Striking mid century rosewood highboard designed by Borge Seindal for P. Westergaard Mobelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
H 44.89 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in
Rosewood Chest of Drawers for P. Westergaard Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Westergaard, circa 1960s. Features recessed handles.
Good. A couple of drinks marks on top which can be
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Teak Sideboard with Interior Mirror and Drawers by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Madrid, ES
Teak sideboard manufactured by Westergaard Mobelfabrik. High credenza of fine teak wood with a
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Tall Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
This absolutely stunning tall teak credenza by Westergaard Møbelfabrik is the ultimate storage
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Westergaard Dresser
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Gardiner, NY
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Designed by Juul Andersen and Erik Jensen for P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik.
Maker's label on back.
This
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Cabinet by P. Westergaard, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak cabinet P. Westergaards Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Elegant Mid-Century Modern teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
1960s Danish Teak Tall Credenza by Westergaard Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Danish teak credenza/bar by Westergaard Mobelfabrik. The credenza has sliding
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Small scale Dresser in Rosewood by P. Westergaard circa 1960 Danish
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Jersey City, NJ
's by Westergaard and also manufactured by Westergaard Mobelfabrik who produced Danish modern in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Børge Seindal
By Børge Seindal, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic Danish chest of drawers was designed by Børge Seindal for Poul Westergaards
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
H 27.96 in W 29.93 in D 16.15 in
Rosewood Chest Of Drawers, Westergaard, 1960
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Classic Midcentury design by Westergaard. 6 drawer rosewood chest, Denmark circa 1960.
In very
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Midcentury Rosewood Chest by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Beautifully book-matched rosewood veneer chest of drawers. Produced by P. Westergaard in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Palisander
Danish Midcentury Rosewood Chest by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Beautifully bookmatched rosewood veneer chest of drawers. Produced by P. Westergaard in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Palisander
Danish Midcentury Chest of Drawers, P. Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Classic midcentury design by Westergaard. 7 drawer tall chest, Denmark circa 1960.
In very good
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut, Plywood
Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers, by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Fabulous six-drawer tallboy in rosewood. Classic Danish midcentury design from Westergaard, circa
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood Midcentury Chest of Drawers by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Santos rosewood chest of drawers produced by Westergaard, Denmark, circa 1960. Superb condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Chest of Drawers by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Westergaard chest of drawers made in Denmark, circa 1960.
Wonderfully grained teak. Excellent
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Sideboard in Rosewood from Westergaards Furniture Factory, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Sideboard in rosewood from Westergaards furniture factory and of Danish design from the 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Chest of Drawers in Rosewood by Poul Westergaard, 1960's
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chest of drawers/ tallboy in rosewood manufactured by Westergaard in Denmark in the 1960s and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Sideboard or Chest of Drawers Veneer Darkwood Westergaard Mobelfabriek Si
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Oirlo, LI
This is a chest of drawers with 7 drawers.
Made of darkwood veneer at Westergaards Mobelfabric
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 46.46 in W 29.93 in D 16.15 in
Danish Designer Teak Chest of Drawers by P. Westergaard, 1960
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful Danish design chest of drawers with 4 drawers. Made from teak veneer and solid teak handles and legs. The design of the cabinet is nice and modernistic. This makes the cabi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid Century Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960's
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful Danish design chest of drawers with 4 drawers. Made of teak veneer and solid teak handles and legs. The design of the handles make this cabinet a beautiful sight to see. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Sideboard, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Beautiful Danish Mid-Century Modern sideboard with sliding doors. Behind the minimalistic front are shelves, drawers and a rosewood bar section with mirror.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Highboard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern teak highboard with three sliding doors, inset carved oval pulls and plenty of storage space. Carved teak lower drawer handles, blonde interior wood, felt lined flatwar...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Five-Drawer Dresser
By Børge Seindal, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. Raised on a base of solid rosewood. Designed by Borge Seindal for Westergaard Mobler. Unmarked. Excellent
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Cabinet or Dresser by P. Westergaard Mobelfabrik, Denmark, circa 1960
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Four-drawer cabinet or small-scale dresser in rosewood veneer by and labeled P. Westergaard
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Vintage 1960s Dressers
Danish High Sideboard by Børge Seindal for P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Breda, Netherlands
This is a sideboard designed by Borge Sendal and manufactured P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Hardwood
H 44.89 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in
Small Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Westergaards Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Breda, Netherlands
between renowned designer Erik Jensen and esteemed producer Westergaards Mobelfabrik, showcases the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Teak Sideboard by Børge Seindal for Westergaard Møbelfabrik
By Børge Seindal, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern teak sideboard designed by Børge Seindal for P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood, Teak, Mirror
Midcentury Chest of Drawers by Borge Seindal for P. Westergaard Mobelfabrik
By Børge Seindal, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Midcentury rosewood chest of drawers with six front drawers and round tapered legs.
Exceptional veneer and amazing craftsmanship on the handles. A piece of excellence to add to your...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 16.15 in
Vintage Danish Teak Chest by Borge Seindal
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik, Børge Seindal
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern dresser chest by Børge Seindal for P. Westergaards Møbelfabrik in teak. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Sideboard in Rosewood by P. Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall sideboard in rosewood with sliding doors and drawers, mirror in the middle of interior.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Danish Midcentury Rosewood Seven-Drawer Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Westergaard
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
Westergaard, circa 1960s. Features recessed handles.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 43.5 in W 30 in D 16.25 in
Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers by P. Westergaard, c. 1960's
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
quintessential Danish Modern look. Designed and produced by P. Westergaard in the 1960's.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood, Pine
Pair of Danish Midcentury Rosewood Chest of Drawers
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Matching pair of rosewood chest of drawers, circa 1960, Denmark.
Produced by Westergaard. Lovely
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury Rosewood Sideboard by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in London, Greenwich
Midcentury rosewood sideboard by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik.
We have bespoke hand re polished this
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Highboy Dresser by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Danish highboy dresser by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Includes six drawers. Carved teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
Danish Midcentury Rosewood Cabinet from Westergaard Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Nyborg, DK
Rosewood cabinet manufactured by Westergaard Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. Features two
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
H 27.37 in W 37.8 in D 12.01 in
Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by P. Westergaards Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish 1960s chest of drawers designed by Børge Seindal for P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik with six
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 16.15 in
Danish Teak Cabinet by Borge Seindal for Westergaard Møbelfabrik, 1968
By Børge Seindal, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Warsaw, PL
This modern style chest with drawers was designed by Børge Seindal for Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Teak
H 43.31 in W 29.93 in D 16.15 in
Vintage Teak Sideboard by Westergaard Mobelfabrik
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished
There is a science behind Danish Modern design. The world famous school of design in Copenhagen have m...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Westergaard Sideboard Danish Design Vintage
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
manufactured by Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Inside practical shelves and drawers. Sideboard veneered with teak
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Westergaard Highboard Teak Vintage, 1960-1970
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
. Westergaard Mobelfabrik. Surface covered with teak veneer. The furniture has three drawers and numerous
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Westergaards Bookcase Retro 1960-1970 Vintage
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
by Westergaards Møbelfabrik. Surface of the furniture finished with rosewood veneer. Shelves with
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
P. Westergaard Teak Chest of Drawers Vintage Danish Design 1970s
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
by P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Surface finished with teak veneer. Furniture has six packing drawers
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
P. Westergaard Highboard Vintage 1960s Teak Danish Design
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
P.Westergaard Mobelfabrik. The surface of the furniture finished with teak veneer. Shelves with adjustable
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Westergaards Sideboard Vintage 60 70
By Erik Jensen, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Jensen, manufactured by Westergaards Mobelfabrik. Surface of the furniture finished with rosewood veneer
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury Bookcase Teak Vintage Danish Design
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Bookcase from 1960s-1970s, minimalistic Scandinavian design. Produced in Westergaard Møbelfabrik. A
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Erik Jensen Sideboard Teak Danish Design
By Erik Jensen, P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
designed by Erik Jensen, produced by Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Inside practical shelves. Sideboard veneered
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Carlo Jensen Sideboard Teak Danish Design
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik, Carlo Jensen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
designed by Carlo Jensen, produced by Westergaard Møbelfabrik. Inside practical shelves. Sideboard veneered
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Palisander Danish Modern Credenza / Dry Bar by Borge Seindal
By P. Westergaard Møbelfabrik, Børge Seindal
Located in Fulton, CA
Seindal for Westergaards Mobelfabrik, Denmark, circa 1960s. Sliding doors with ample storage and center
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Palisander, Rosewood
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Westergaard Mobelfabrik For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic westergaard mobelfabrik available at 1stDibs. A westergaard mobelfabrik — often made from wood, hardwood and rosewood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the westergaard mobelfabrik you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A westergaard mobelfabrik, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.
How Much is a Westergaard Mobelfabrik?
Prices for a westergaard mobelfabrik can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $960 and can go as high as $4,470, while the average can fetch as much as $1,805.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.