Mid Century Round Extendable Teak Dining Table by McIntosh, 1960s
Mid Century Round Extendable Dining Table By McIntosh
A high quality, beautifully designed & crafted extending dining table, belonging to the Dunvegan collection that Tom Robertson designed in the 1960s in Scotland for A.H. McIntosh circa 1960’s. Featuring a teak top, complemented by contrasting afromosia (African teak) banding, distinctively sculpted tapered legs and an integrated butterfly leaf.
The design showcases the natural beauty of teak with its beautiful grain, warm hues, and deep colours.
This popular dining table can be extended to seat up to 6 people featuring a single extending leave that discreetly stores underneath when not in use.
Dimensions: 122 cm in diameter, Width when extended 167cm, the height is 76 cm.
Good vintage condition, showing only slight signs of wear commensurate with its age. It has been gently refurbished and refinished.
A.H McIntosh renowned for its tradition of producing high-quality furniture through the work of forward-thinking modern designers. The company was deeply dedicated to championing Scottish design both across the United Kingdom and on an international scale.
Alexander Henry McIntosh (1835 - 1919) founded his furniture enterprise, A.H McIntosh, in 1869 in Kirkcaldy, a small town in Scotland. The company quickly expanded, earning a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, and international interest generated from exhibiting at the World Fair in Paris in 1878, and the Sydney Exhibition in 1879. By the 1950s, A.H McIntosh started to shift from traditional styles towards contemporary modern design, heavily inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics.
The mid-20th century saw the company prioritizing the hiring of skilled industrial designers, keeping McIntosh at the cutting edge of modern furniture design. Design Directors such as Valentino (Val) Rossi, who designed the widely acclaimed 'Dunvegan' range, and Tom Robertson, introduced several iconic furniture collections characterized by their sleek lines and sculptured organic details, enjoying popularity across the UK. Each collection was named after a Scottish town, and some of the most successful designs remained in production for over two decades.
However, by the 1990s, the furniture market began to be dominated by cheaper, lower-quality imported goods. Many larger furniture manufacturers were compelled to either reduce the quality and price of their products to stay competitive or pivot to other niche markets. Today McIntosh focus on producing a wide range of school furniture under the name ESA McIntosh. Mid-century A.H McIntosh pieces are highly sought after today, celebrated for their sophisticated design and superior quality craftsmanship.
Like many Mid-Century pieces, it harmoniously combines sturdy solid wood with a top-grade wood veneer.
We try to capture the condition of our items in our photographs as best as possible. Prior to dispatch all items are carefully cleaned and re-coated with danish oil to ensure your item is looking its best when delivered.
Restoration Process:
In our studio workshop, every item undergoes inspection and careful restoration process. We prioritize maintaining the original charm and patina of the piece, while also making it a beautiful addition to modern interiors.
Our Approach Includes:
- Examining and reinforcing the joints
- Cleaning the wood
- Conducting veneer repairs as necessary
- Polishing or refinishing surfaces to enhance their appearance
