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Among furniture design ideas, the 1950s were pivotal for the emergence of the Brutalist movement. embraced raw, rugged aesthetics and celebrated the inherent qualities of materials, especially wood, concrete and metal materials. Designers like Olavi Hänninen embraced irregular edges, visible joinery, and expressive grain patterns, creating pieces that balanced traditional craftsmanship with a sculptural modern sensibility.

Crafted from solid elm, this dining table is defined by its broad top, whose softly undulating edges preserve an organic, rhythmic character. The richly figured grain flows uninterrupted across the surface, becoming the focal point of the piece and highlighting the natural beauty of the timber. Elm was a favoured material during this period thanks to its strengthand ability to communicate a sense of warmth and timelessness.The table's base showcases three connected stretchers providing balance and visual harmony. Functional wedge joints, a hallmark of Brutalist design, contribute to the table's stability and serve as aesthetic elements, blending in with the overall organic appeal. Specifically, this piece features tusked mortise and tenon type joints. This is a highly robust, traditional woodworking feature, consisting of a long, extending through-tenon that is locked in place by a tapered wooden wedge (the "tusk") driven through a slot in the protruding element, locking the joint without screws, nails, or glue, thus only utilising the natural qualities of the material.

This table embodies Brutalist ideals, emphasising functionality, honesty in materials, and the rejection of unnecessary embellishments. In a world of fleeting trends, the enduring appeal of Brutalist furniture continues to resonate with those who appreciate the beauty of simplicity and authentic, raw design.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The item has recently been reconditioned. Due to the age and nature of the wood, the item may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.

Dimensions:

78.74 in W x 35.03 in D x 29.92 in H

200 cm W x 89 cm D x 76 cm H