Preben Brosté - Poul Knudsen - Nutcracker - Rosewood & Brass
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Danish mid‑century nutcracker attributed to Poul Knudsen (also linked to Preben Brosté), crafted from rosewood and brass, with a length of 21 cm, width 5.2 cm and depth 2.5 cm, dating to the 1960s and in good used condition.
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Vintage Danish Mid-Century Nutcracker – Attributed to Poul Knudsen and also frequently referred to as Preben Brosté - Rosewood & Brass – ca. 1960s
A special piece of Danish Mid-Century design: this elegant vintage nutcracker combines an extremely functional mechanism with the warm look of dark rosewood and attractive brass details.
The nutcracker consists of two long, streamlined wooden arms with an ingenious metal mechanism between them. The serrated jaws provide a secure grip on the nut, while the long arms offer sufficient leverage to crack the shell.
The dark, richly grained wood has the characteristic warm reddish-brown appearance associated with rosewood. The brass-colored mechanism forms a particularly beautiful contrast with it. Thanks to the simple lines and the nearly fully integrated mechanism, the piece has the restrained, functional look that is so typical of Scandinavian Mid-Century design.
Attribution
This type of Danish nutcracker is regularly attributed in international vintage- and design markets to Poul Knudsen and sometimes to Preben Brosté. However, the available sources do not agree on the designer. Because no maker’s mark or signature is currently identified on this piece, this designer attribution is explicitly given as an attribution rather than a fixed fact.
The design and execution are generally placed around the 1960s.
Specifications
* Object: nutcracker
* Origin: Denmark
* Style: Scandinavian / Danish Modern / Mid-Century Modern
* Period: ca. 1960s
* Attributed to: Poul Knudsen; also attributed in the market to Preben Brosté
* Material: rosewood and brass-colored metal
* Dimensions: L 21 × W 5.2 × D 2.5 cm
* Weight: 212 grams
* Mechanism: serrated jaws with lever action
Condition
The nutcracker is in nice vintage condition, with signs of use and aging appropriate for its age. The wood has a warm natural appearance and the metal part shows a lovely vintage patina. The mechanism functions.
Please examine the photos carefully for a good impression of the construction and condition; they are an integral part of the description.
A handsome and functional Danish design object that can be used not only as a nutcracker but, due to its sculptural form, also excellently serves as a decorative piece within a Scandinavian, Mid-Century, or Japandi interior.
This item will be securely packaged and insured with registered mail and tracking through Smart Shipping.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
Translated by Google TranslateVintage Danish Mid-Century Nutcracker – Attributed to Poul Knudsen and also frequently referred to as Preben Brosté - Rosewood & Brass – ca. 1960s
A special piece of Danish Mid-Century design: this elegant vintage nutcracker combines an extremely functional mechanism with the warm look of dark rosewood and attractive brass details.
The nutcracker consists of two long, streamlined wooden arms with an ingenious metal mechanism between them. The serrated jaws provide a secure grip on the nut, while the long arms offer sufficient leverage to crack the shell.
The dark, richly grained wood has the characteristic warm reddish-brown appearance associated with rosewood. The brass-colored mechanism forms a particularly beautiful contrast with it. Thanks to the simple lines and the nearly fully integrated mechanism, the piece has the restrained, functional look that is so typical of Scandinavian Mid-Century design.
Attribution
This type of Danish nutcracker is regularly attributed in international vintage- and design markets to Poul Knudsen and sometimes to Preben Brosté. However, the available sources do not agree on the designer. Because no maker’s mark or signature is currently identified on this piece, this designer attribution is explicitly given as an attribution rather than a fixed fact.
The design and execution are generally placed around the 1960s.
Specifications
* Object: nutcracker
* Origin: Denmark
* Style: Scandinavian / Danish Modern / Mid-Century Modern
* Period: ca. 1960s
* Attributed to: Poul Knudsen; also attributed in the market to Preben Brosté
* Material: rosewood and brass-colored metal
* Dimensions: L 21 × W 5.2 × D 2.5 cm
* Weight: 212 grams
* Mechanism: serrated jaws with lever action
Condition
The nutcracker is in nice vintage condition, with signs of use and aging appropriate for its age. The wood has a warm natural appearance and the metal part shows a lovely vintage patina. The mechanism functions.
Please examine the photos carefully for a good impression of the construction and condition; they are an integral part of the description.
A handsome and functional Danish design object that can be used not only as a nutcracker but, due to its sculptural form, also excellently serves as a decorative piece within a Scandinavian, Mid-Century, or Japandi interior.
This item will be securely packaged and insured with registered mail and tracking through Smart Shipping.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
212 g
Style subtype
Danish design
Country of origin
Denmark
Manufacturer/brand
Preben Brosté
Designer/artist/maker
Poul Knudsen
Material
Rosewood & Brass
Style
Scandinavian design
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
21 cm
Width
5.2 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1970
