Axel Einar Hjorth side table

This rare side table, model Sport, was designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden during the 1930s. It is made of solid pine with a darkened surface tone that highlights the natural grain structure of the wood. The construction is straightforward and functional, consisting of four square legs supporting a rectangular top and two open shelves. The design is characterized by simplicity and clarity, with visible joints and minimal ornamentation.

The pine surface displays a warm brown coloration, showing variations in tone and grain pattern consistent with the material. The shelves are evenly spaced, creating a practical storage arrangement while maintaining the light and open character of the piece. The edges and corners retain their original handcrafted quality, and the overall form is clean and rectilinear, contributing to the functional expression of the table.

This model belongs to Hjorth’s Sportstugemöbler series, designed for use in Swedish weekend cottages during the interwar period. The series is known for its robust materials, rustic character, and straightforward construction inspired by traditional craft. Hjorth’s work for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1930s often combined modern functionalist ideas with vernacular Scandinavian influences, resulting in furniture that was both practical and visually restrained.

The condition is good vintage with signs of usage and patina, including marks, wear, and natural darkening of the pine surface. These characteristics are consistent with age and contribute to the authentic appearance of the piece.

The dimensions are 40 cm in width, 32 cm in depth, and 60.5 cm in height, corresponding to approximately 15.7 inches by 12.6 inches by 23.8 inches.