Overview
A quintessential example of Danish Modern design, this bowl features 'staved' teak construction where vertical slats of wood are seamlessly joined to create a sculptural, organic form.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Dansk Staved Teak Salad Bowl and Server by Jens Quistgaard
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
In the mid-1950s, the Danish sculptor Jens Quistgaard began adapting ancient Viking shipbuilding and barrel-making techniques to create elegant, modern tableware for the American market.
Maker / Origin
Jens Quistgaard was a prolific Danish designer who created over 4,000 products for Dansk, ranging from cast-iron cookware to fine cutlery.
Condition & Value
The wood appears to have a beautiful, consistent grain but looks slightly dry in the photos. Vintage Dansk teak pieces remain highly collectible.
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