Severin Hansen dining table

This dining table, model 71, was designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark during the 1960s. The table is crafted in rosewood, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and design precision characteristic of Danish mid-century furniture. The surface displays a rich wood grain with deep tonal variations, emphasizing the natural texture and warmth of the material. The table’s proportions are carefully balanced, with softly rounded edges and tapered legs that merge seamlessly into the frame.

The design reflects Severin Hansen’s architectural approach to furniture, distinguished by clean lines, exact joinery, and a structural elegance that conceals technical sophistication. The junctions between legs and frame are meticulously executed, demonstrating Hansen’s signature angled joinery technique, which became a hallmark of his work for Haslev. The table can be extended with additional leaves, allowing it to adapt functionally while maintaining its sculptural lightness.

Haslev Møbelsnedkeri was among Denmark’s foremost cabinetmakers during the mid-century period, known for their collaboration with prominent designers and for their dedication to material quality and precision woodworking. The combination of rosewood and Hansen’s disciplined geometry exemplifies the Danish ideal of functional beauty and craftsmanship.

This example remains in excellent vintage condition with small, age-consistent signs of use. The surface retains its original finish, exhibiting a fine patina that enhances the depth of the rosewood grain. The dimensions are 117.5 cm in diameter, extendable to 216 cm in length, with a height of 71.5 cm, corresponding to approximately 46.3 inches (extendable to 85 inches) in length and 28.1 inches in height.