Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Sideboard & Hutch by Clausen & Son, Attributed

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This striking two-piece Danish Modern teak sideboard and hutch was designed and manufactured by the elite workshop of Clausen & … Read more This striking two-piece Danish Modern teak sideboard and hutch was designed and manufactured by the elite workshop of Clausen & Son in Silkeborg, Denmark, during the 1960s. Sourced originally by the owner's father from a dedicated Danish furniture importer in Austin, Texas, in the 1980s, this single-family heirloom exemplifies high-end Scandinavian craftsmanship.

Design Features & Versatility:
The unit is ingeniously configured in two independent pieces, allowing it to be styled as a monumental display hutch or separated to use the base independently as a streamlined media credenza.

• The Base Sideboard: Features three smoothly gliding sliding doors accented by Clausen & Son's signature recessed, square carved teak pulls. The grain transitions seamlessly across the door faces, highlighting a stunning book-matched cathedral pattern. The left compartment opens to reveal three original solid wood finger-jointed felt-lined silverware/linen trays that slide effortlessly. The remaining cabinets offer deep, adjustable shelving storage.

• The Upper Hutch: Sits flush on the credenza base, featuring a classic open-back floating silhouette that allows your wall color to peek through. It includes fixed and adjustable shelving, providing an elegant, airy showcase for books, barware, or ceramics.

Attribution & Markings Note: This piece is physically unmarked and does not retain its original paper or foil manufacturer label. However, it is a highly documented and authentic design by Clausen & Søn (Silkeborg, Denmark). Its attribution is fully verified by the signature recessed, square carved teak door pulls, the specific finger-jointed interior tray construction, the exact proportions of the floating upper hutch, and its documented single-family provenance, having been purchased directly from a dedicated Danish furniture importer in the 1980s.

Dimensions:
Base Sideboard Only: 64.25" W x 18" D x 29.75" H
Upper Display Cabinet Only: 64.25" W x 12.75" D x 26.5" H

The entire piece is constructed from premium, old-growth Burmese teak, boasting a rich, uniform warm honey-amber patina. Its exceptional structural integrity, high-density wood selection, and finished backboards are direct hallmarks of premium mid-century Danish production. See less