Description
A tall Danish oak bookcase in the manner of Henning Kjærnulf, produced in the 1970s and combining open shelving with a pair of lower drawers — the kind of practical, well-resolved storage format that defined the best Scandinavian case goods of the period. At just over 72 inches tall and 35.5 inches wide, it has the scale to anchor a wall in a living room, home office, or library while remaining restrained enough not to dominate the space.
The adjustable top and bottom shelves allow the storage to be configured for books, objects, or a mix of both. The lower drawers add concealed storage that keeps the overall profile from feeling purely functional. The warm oak and clean lines work naturally alongside other Danish Modern pieces or in a contemporary interior where natural wood and vertical scale are welcome.
Specifications:
Condition: Good — visible patina
Overall dimensions: W 35.5″ · D 17″ · H 72.25″
Shelf spacing (bottom to top): 12.5″ · 9.375″ · 9″ · 9.25″
Top and bottom shelves: Adjustable
Materials: Oak, metal hardware
Era: c. 1970s, Denmark
Style: Danish Modern, Kjærnulf style
Maker: Unmarked
Condition details:
Sturdy throughout
All drawers open and close easily
A few lighter spots and faint rings consistent with age
Some marks on the side (see photos)
Patched area on the cabinet top near the left back (see photos)
Drawers have a campfire or tobacco scent
Top and bottom shelves are adjustable
Color leans toward a light yellow
