Side table - Scandinavian - Birch - Kitchen Brochure





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This Swedish folding kitchen table, made of birch and stainless steel in the 1950s–60s and inspired by Bruno Mathsson, is in good used condition with minor signs of age and imperfections.
Description from the seller
Folding table inspired by **Bruno Mathsson**, made in Sweden during the 1950s–1960s. It is a representative example of postwar Scandinavian functionalism, in which formal simplicity and structural efficiency come together in a design with exceptional visual lightness. The rectangular tabletop, made of light wood with a soft, even grain, conveys the characteristic warmth of Nordic furniture, while its clean lines and lack of ornamentation reinforce the rational aesthetic typical of mid-20th-century Swedish design.
Its ingenious folding mechanism is especially noteworthy, designed to save space without compromising stability. The slender, tapered legs of chrome-plated stainless steel, narrowing slightly toward the floor and finished with small black caps, create an appealing contrast between the organic warmth of wood and the industrial modernity of metal. The visible supports and fittings are integral to the piece’s aesthetic language, reflecting the influence of Scandinavian functionalist design, where technical solutions also become decorative elements.
The table’s light, elegant silhouette recalls the more practical designs associated with Bruno Mathsson, a celebrated designer known for combining ergonomics, simplicity, and technical refinement. Thanks to its balanced proportions and folding mechanism, it is especially versatile as a side table, work table, or occasional dining table, fitting naturally into both modern mid-century-inspired interiors and contemporary spaces that value original Nordic design. Its combination of light wood and stainless steel perfectly captures the innovative, functional spirit that made Swedish design of the 1950s and 1960s an international benchmark.
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Seller's Story
Folding table inspired by **Bruno Mathsson**, made in Sweden during the 1950s–1960s. It is a representative example of postwar Scandinavian functionalism, in which formal simplicity and structural efficiency come together in a design with exceptional visual lightness. The rectangular tabletop, made of light wood with a soft, even grain, conveys the characteristic warmth of Nordic furniture, while its clean lines and lack of ornamentation reinforce the rational aesthetic typical of mid-20th-century Swedish design.
Its ingenious folding mechanism is especially noteworthy, designed to save space without compromising stability. The slender, tapered legs of chrome-plated stainless steel, narrowing slightly toward the floor and finished with small black caps, create an appealing contrast between the organic warmth of wood and the industrial modernity of metal. The visible supports and fittings are integral to the piece’s aesthetic language, reflecting the influence of Scandinavian functionalist design, where technical solutions also become decorative elements.
The table’s light, elegant silhouette recalls the more practical designs associated with Bruno Mathsson, a celebrated designer known for combining ergonomics, simplicity, and technical refinement. Thanks to its balanced proportions and folding mechanism, it is especially versatile as a side table, work table, or occasional dining table, fitting naturally into both modern mid-century-inspired interiors and contemporary spaces that value original Nordic design. Its combination of light wood and stainless steel perfectly captures the innovative, functional spirit that made Swedish design of the 1950s and 1960s an international benchmark.
Tracked shipping and careful packaging.

