Near Pair of Severin Hansen, Jr. (Danish, 1887-1964) Nesting Tables

Denmark, ca. 1960s, for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri A/S, with rectangular tops and tapered legs, applied manufacturer's label and Danish control tag to undersides.

largest: h. 20-1/2", w. 22-1/2", d. 14-1/2"; smallest: h. 16-1/2", w. 15", d. 10-1/2"

Provenance: Bernd Goeckler Antiques, Inc., New York, New York; The Collection of Adam Lippes.

Both sets in generally good vintage condition consistent with age and use. Both exhibit typical tight, clean Danish design and construction. Although very compatible, the two sets differ a bit in shape, dimensions and wood grain. FIRST EXAMPLE: (Page 129 in online catalog) Top surfaces of a continuous figured grain with scattered surface scuffs, shallow scratches and dings to edges. The large and medium tables each with water rings, the medium with a very small dark mark at one edge. Size breakdown: Large: h.19-3/4", w. 22", d. 14-1/2" Medium: h.17-1/2", w. 18-1/2", d. 14-1/2" Small: h.15", w. 14-1/2", d. 14-1/2" SECOND EXAMPLE: (Page 128 in online catalog) This set with a more linear grain. All raised on plastic glides. Top surfaces with scattered small finish losses, shallow scratches and faint water streaks. The edges with scattered dings and scuffs. The largest table with minor shrinkage at one corner and an adjacent 3-1/2" horizontal fissure within the grain. The medium table with a shallow 1/4" x 1-3/4" indentation at one side apron. Size breakdown: Large: h. 20-1/2", w. 22-1/2", d. 14-1/2" Medium: h. 18-3/4", w. 18-3/4", d. 12-1/2" Small: h. 16-1/2", w. 15", d. 10-1/2"