Axel Einar Hjorth
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a jacaranda sofa table, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1937.
Jacaranda, maker's metal labels NK R 40275 - C 7 6 37. Height 55 cm, diameter 69,5 cm.
Polished surface.
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According to the NK Archives, the design is dated 19/1 1937, made to order for NK's spring exhibition in 1937.
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Designer
Axel Einar Hjorth was one of Sweden's most significant furniture designers during the Swedish Grace era. He is also known for designing the so-called sports cabin furniture in pine.
Head designer of NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) furniture department 1927-38. His first significant project was NK's exclusive showcase at the International World Fair in Barcelona in 1929, where he presented the cabinet 'Louis' and the model 'Caesar'. In the 1930's he designed more basic models for serial production and rustic furniture in pinewood.
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