Axel Einar Hjorth, a "Dagmar" cabinet, Nordiska Kompaniet 1935.
Whitewashed oak, double doors with underlying shelving and drawer fittings, metal label NK R 38716 C 21 8 35. Length 112.5 cm, depth 48.5 cm, height 130 cm. Key included.
Wear, marks, and moisture stains.
Catalogue, A/B Nordiska Kompaniet Möbler, 1935, model illustrated (n.p.).
Designed in 1935.
Axel Einar Hjorth was one of Sweden's most significant furniture designers during the Swedish Grace era. He is also known for designing the so-called sports cabin furniture in pine.
Head designer of NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) furniture department 1927-38. His first significant project was NK's exclusive showcase at the International World Fair in Barcelona in 1929, where he presented the cabinet 'Louis' and the model 'Caesar'. In the 1930's he designed more basic models for serial production and rustic furniture in pinewood.
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