Origin: Denmark
Designer: Carlo Jensen
Manufacturer: Hundevad + Co
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 42.5" wide x 17" deep x 77" tall
CARLO JENSEN TEAK CREDENZA WITH BOOKCASE HUTCH
CARLO JENSEN’S DANISH MODERN DESIGN
Carlo Jensen’s teak credenza and bookcase hutch combine clean lines with practical proportions. This 1960s piece balances the substantial presence of the lower credenza with the lighter visual quality of open shelving, creating a refined silhouette that can complement period interiors and more contemporary spaces. Its original design also reflects the thoughtful, functional approach that makes vintage Scandinavian furniture particularly enduring.
VERSATILE STORAGE AND DISPLAY
The combination of enclosed cabinetry and open shelving gives the Carlo Credenza Teak Credenza flexibility beyond a traditional credenza. Use the lower section to keep dining essentials, books, media, or other belongings organized, while the upper shelves provide space for ceramics, artwork, books, or collected objects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can a credenza with a hutch work best?
Its combination of low storage and vertical shelving makes this furniture useful in rooms that need both functions. In a dining room, the lower cabinet can hold serving pieces while the shelves display tableware or artwork; in a living room or study, it can accommodate books, media, and decorative objects.
How can you pair vintage teak with other furniture?
Teak's warm, natural look can contrast with upholstered seating, painted cabinetry, stone surfaces, or lighter contemporary finishes.
What should collectors look for in an original Danish Modern piece?
Beyond the designer and manufacturer, collectors can consider material quality, construction, proportions, condition, and overall design integrity. Original examples can also have subtle variations in grain, patina, and signs of age that distinguish them from contemporary reproductions.
Is this piece suitable for housing modern media and electronics?
Yes. While originally designed in the 1960s, the spacious enclosed cabinetry of the lower credenza is highly adaptable for storing modern media components, vinyl records, stereo receivers, or gaming systems.
Return Policy
All sales are final. We do not accept returns or offer any warranties on any vintage or new production item. Orders can be returned or cancelled within a 24-hour period from the initial sale time and date for a refund of the full purchase price. All returns made after 24 hours of the initial purchase date will receive store credit for the full value of the purchase price. We do our best to accurately represent each item and are more than happy to provide you with as much information as possible before your purchase.
Shipping
We offer white glove, in home delivery on all orders in the continental United States. For shipping quotes on items going to Hawaii and Alaska, or any international location, please contact us and we can guide you through your shipping options. We use a fully-insured white glove shipping service for the majority of our long distance shipping. After your order is picked up from our showroom, west coast deliveries will take approximately 2-3 weeks for delivery, while east coast deliveries will be closer to 4-6 weeks for delivery. For smaller items, we pack them ourselves and ship them via UPS Ground. All shipping orders will have a tracking number.
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