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Ludvig Pontoppidan Mid-Century Teak Coffee Table, Denmark 1960s
€959
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ProfessionalHamminkeln, GermanyOn Whoppah since November 2022 • 36 sales
Product description
For sale is a fully restored Ludvig Pontoppidan coffee table in mint condition.
ITEM:
1960s Coffee Table
Style: Mid-Century / Scandinavian
DESCRIPTION:
This coffee table impresses with its minimalist design and the beautiful, vibrant grain of the warm-toned teak. The slender legs lend the table a delicate yet modern aesthetic. A shadow gap around the legs and frame adds a touch of exclusivity. The legs and frame are made of solid teak, and the solid tabletop features a mirrored teak veneer. Another unique feature is that the tabletop is inset into the frame, which then forms the table's edge.
Pontoppidan is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship using select, high-quality materials, a fact impressively demonstrated by this piece.
This coffee table is an excellent addition to both classic and modern settings, as well as for those who appreciate clean, uncluttered lines.
MANUFACTURER / DESIGNER:
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark
MATERIAL:
Oiled teak
COLOR:
Teak (dark brown with a beautiful reddish tint and natural color variations)
Note:
The photos are overexposed to show the pristine condition in detail. This makes reddish tones appear more reddish and colors generally appear lighter. The shadowed areas, or those not directly illuminated by the lighting, best represent the true colors. Any gloss, grayish, or milky appearance in the photos is due to the lighting and reflections. The surfaces have a satin to semi-gloss finish.
DIMENSIONS:
Approx. W: 125cm; D: 60cm; Height: 45cm
CONDITION:
The table is in technically and visually impeccable, like-new condition. It is comparable to showroom condition and has only the slightest signs of use, if any at all. You will find none of the often-common nicks and scratches on the tabletop. The table legs are also in excellent condition. There's simply no need to describe it any further. A perfect score, without a doubt!
IMPORTANT!
Beware when buying furniture! What to look out for when comparing and buying tables!
Please do not compare our table restoration with offers from other sellers advertised as "restored" or even "professionally restored." These often consist of simply sprucing up the furniture with a little wood/teak oil or furniture polish, or attempting to repair nicks and scratches with hardware store materials. You can recognize this particularly by the fact that the tabletops do not appear uniformly colored, but rather patchy. Dark stains are often visible around the corners and edges of tabletops, aprons, and legs, indicating that amateurish attempts have been made to conceal nicks and scratches. Pay attention to lighter areas (especially along the edges), as these are abrasions and dents that haven't been repaired. In the case of veneered surfaces, they often signify that the veneer has been damaged by sanding. If you see dark lines running perpendicular to or against the grain, extreme caution is advised. These are scratches and pressure marks that are further accentuated by subsequent oiling, waxing, or varnishing. Removing these signs of wear is very time-consuming and requires genuine professional expertise and years of experience!
Therefore, be wary of appealing adjectives (great, beautiful, etc.) combined with "patina," the ominous "vintage condition," or vague phrases like "ready to use | age-related, normal wear and tear | very good, excellent, etc. condition."
Exercise extreme caution if table surfaces appear cloudy or mottled. This indicates that tinted clear varnish or colored furniture wax has been used to try and save the piece from being thrown away and to conceal clearly visible defects!
Pay particular attention to whether high-resolution photos and detailed images are available, and whether these show the typical areas of wear. Otherwise, request close-up photos of the "patina or signs of wear" and then compare the price to the condition. Keep in mind that a professional restoration is long-lasting and far more expensive than a short-lived attempt at optimizing a sale!
OUR PRICE
Our Whoppah price includes the Whoppah gross commission of 19.36% (16% net commission + 21% Dutch VAT).
TRANSPORTATION:
We have found that transport via Whoppah courier is sometimes significantly (100-150%) higher than the market price of standard furniture removal companies and couriers! We can arrange more affordable transport via a furniture removal company within Germany, to the Netherlands, to neighboring German countries, or within the EU, if necessary. Affordable non-EU transport via a general cargo carrier in a special wooden crate may also be possible.
!!! Contacting us before purchasing is mandatory!!!
TRANSPORTATION COSTS:
e.g., Germany, approx. €99-119, depending on distance
e.g., Netherlands, approx. €99-149, one-way trip directly to the buyer, depending on distance (also available on weekends!)
!!! The shipping costs listed under "Seller handles shipping" apply only to deliveries within Germany (excluding islands).
Unfortunately, Whoppah currently does not offer a customized display of shipping costs.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1StyleVintageHeight45 cmWidth125 cmDepth60 cmSeat height45 cm
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About this seller
ProfessionalHamminkeln, GermanyOn Whoppah since November 2022 • 36 sales