Josef Frank attrib. mirror
This rectangular mirror, attributed to Josef Frank and produced in Sweden during the 1950s, features a solid brass frame with a naturally developed patina that lends it a warm, aged character. The design reflects Frank’s signature approach—functional yet elegant—with clean lines and precise corners that embody mid-century Scandinavian modernism.
Josef Frank, a pivotal figure in Swedish design and a key contributor to Svenskt Tenn, combined humanistic, decorative elements with modernist principles, often favoring high-quality materials and subtle craftsmanship.
The narrow brass frame with visible mounting points enhances the mirror’s understated sophistication. It is in vintage condition, showing natural oxidation and patina on the brass frame, while the mirror glass remains clear and intact.
Dimensions: approximately 48 cm wide, 3 cm deep, and 104.5 cm high (18.9 x 1.2 x 41.1 inches).
Dimensions (cm) | W: 48 / D: 3 / H: 104.5 |
Decade | 1950s |
Country | Sweden |
Style | Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern |
Material | Brass |
Designed in | 1950s |
Item Number | 140202 |
Josef Frank
Josef Frank (1885 – 1967) was born on July 15, 1885, in Baden bei Wien, Austria. A pioneering architect and designer, Frank is celebrated for his vibrant, human-centered approach to modernism. His work, characterized by bold patterns, rich colo...
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