Vintage 1960s Teak Younger ‘Fonseca’ Coffee Table

A beautifully designed and crafted ‘Fonseca’ coffee table designed by John Herbert for Younger. The table was part of the award-winning 'Fonseca' collection and was produced in limited quantities during the 1960s. It is a rare find in today's market.

 

Younger were renowned for their high-quality workmanship and mainly retailed through Heals.

Featuring elegantly tapering solid afrormosia legs and sides with a beautiful teak veneered top. An elegant piece of mid-century furniture, it would make a great addition to any contemporary or vintage/mid-century-inspired interior.

In very good restored condition.

 

Measurements:
 W137cm x H47cm x D45cm

 

John Herbert was a very accomplished British designer working for the quality maker A Younger. In the late 1950s and well into the 1960s they were a successful company catering for a more discerning customer than their larger rivals such as G Plan and McIntosh. Their pieces would have been noticeably more expensive than these companies, although as economic conditions changed in the late 1960s they had to change their range to reduce prices. However, at the time this table was made, they were definitely a premium brand. The Fonseca range with it’s simple refined features is lovely and was beautifully made.

 

Younger was a leading light in high-end British contemporary furniture and design. Younger made top-end furniture for discerning customers during the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Their products were made in low volume, crafted to the highest standard and always on the cutting edge of design. Under the direction of talented design director John Herbert, Younger was a pioneer of contemporary style. The firm was one of the first to embrace the organic Scandinavian style in the late 1950s. By the late 1960s Herbert had tired of the Scandinavian style and was keen to forge a new direction in contemporary design. Herbert found new inspiration in traditional Spanish design and well-crafted Georgian furniture. This new design direction paved the way for a new style that would define the coming decade. Although the Younger style was always leading the way in contemporary design it remained an expensive and exclusive product, loved by many but owned by a lucky few.

- https://mrbigglesworthy.co.nz/designers/59/younger-furniture

 

 

 

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 a meticulous 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 and removing any stains
• Conducting veneer repairs as necessary
• Polishing or refinishing surfaces to enhance their appearance

 

 

As with most Mid-Century pieces, it is a good combination of solid wood and a high-quality wood veneer.