Carl-Axel Acking cabinet

Item number: 52189Category: Storage
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Rare cabinet designed by Carl-Axel Acking and produced by Bodafors in Sweden during the 1940s. This piece is crafted from mahogany and walnut, with brass hardware that adds a subtle decorative element. The cabinet stands on a finely constructed base with elegant cross-bracing, reflecting Acking’s architectural approach to furniture design.

The front is composed of two large doors featuring a refined, symmetrical veneer pattern that highlights the natural grain of the wood. Behind the doors, multiple adjustable shelves provide versatile storage, making it suitable for dining, office, or living spaces. Below the cabinet section are two slim drawers integrated into the stretcher frame, offering additional storage for smaller items.

This example is in excellent vintage condition, with only minor signs of wear and a rich, warm patina that emphasizes the depth of the mahogany and walnut surfaces. The craftsmanship demonstrates the high quality of Swedish cabinetmaking of the period, combining function with sculptural refinement.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
W: 99 / D: 43 / H: 150
ProducerBodafors möbelfabrik
Decade1940s
CountrySweden
StyleScandinavian Modern
MaterialBrass, Mahogany, Walnut
Designed in1940s
Item Number52189
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Designer

Carl-Axel Acking

Carl‑Axel Acking was a Swedish architect, interior architect, product designer, educator, and author. He studied at Konstfack in Stockholm (1931–34) and at KTH Royal Institute of Technology (1935–39). Early in his career he worked as assista...

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