Rare Design Gem: Erik Herløw Cabinet Up for Auction
It is a true masterpiece of furniture by Danish architect Erik Herløw that will go under the hammer at our Live Auction on 27 March. The cabinet was originally a unique and thoughtful gift from the employees of the Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Factory to their then-director.
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The wall-mounted cabinet was crafted in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær and seamlessly combines superb woodworking with 17 unique ceramic works from some of Denmark’s most significant artisans—including Axel Salto, Gerd Bøgelund, and Kresten Bloch. The cabinet was originally created as a special gift from the employees of the Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Factory to their iconic managing director, Christian Christensen, on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Now, collectors and design enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to acquire this design treasure when it goes under the hammer at the Live Auction for modern design and decorative art on 27 March at 4:00 PM. |
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A Snapshot of Danish Design
The cabinet’s elegant execution in Rio rosewood, with inlays and shelves in Ceylon lemonwood, showcases Danish furniture craftsmanship at its finest. Inside, the cabinet features a refined structure with a “floating” box and 18 profiled compartments—17 of which are filled with unique ceramics, specifically created for this cabinet.
"It is truly amazing that we can present this one-of-a-kind cabinet at our upcoming design auction. The combination of Erik Herløw’s timeless design, Jacob Kjær’s masterful craftsmanship, and the 17 small ceramic works makes this cabinet something extraordinary. It tells a story of craftsmanship at the highest level and stands as a snapshot of the quality of Danish design in 1956.”
Anna Berger Widenborg, Head of Modern Design & Decorative Art at Bruun Rasmussen
In addition to the ceramic works, the cabinet holds a special detail—a delicately dovetailed drawer containing a dust brush with ostrich feathers and a finely turned bone handle. The cabinet also comes with a small, leather-bound catalog featuring etchings by Mads Stage, documenting the ceramic pieces inside.
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Experience the Cabinet Before the Auction
The cabinet can be viewed during our preview from 20-25 March, where you will also have the opportunity to explore a selection of other design treasures and artworks that will go under the hammer at the Live Auction. The preview is open to all and free to attend.
Address: Nørgaardsvej 3, 2800 Kongens Lyngby, Denmark
For further information, please contact:
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Nick MessmannNick MessmannSpecialist / Fine Art / Modern Design / Aarhus |