Danish Teak Tall Desk and Bookshelf 0526011

Sourced in Denmark

There is something quietly perfect about a piece that works as hard as it looks good. This Danish teak secretary bookcase by Johannes Sorth for Bornholms Møbelfabrik delivers exactly that: open shelving above for books, objects, and curated collections, paired with a closed cabinet below finished with those signature circular pulls that are unmistakably Scandinavian.

Sorth's work for the Bornholm island workshop is celebrated for its warm, approachable take on Danish Modernism — less austere than some of his contemporaries, more livable, more human. This piece is a perfect example. The rich honey teak grain runs beautifully throughout, with the open upper unit showcasing three adjustable shelves and a gorgeously figured back panel. The lower cabinet features two sliding doors with recessed circular knobs, concealing generous storage behind a clean, uninterrupted facade. Tapered legs lift the whole piece with a lightness that belies its utility.

A named designer. A storied workshop. A piece that only gets better with time.

Details

Designer: Johannes Sorth for Bornholms Møbelfabrik

Material: Danish teak, circa 1960s

Open upper bookcase with three adjustable shelves

Lower cabinet with two sliding doors and circular pulls

Tapered solid teak legs

Condition: Professionally refinished in excellent condition. 

Dimensions 39 1/2” wide 17” at the deepest point 72” tall

This piece has been professionally refinished and is in beautiful condition. Pick up from our Frederick, Maryland location or we can help you with delivery, starting at $225 for the DMV.