Danish coffee table in rosewood Capella by Illum Wikkelsø

This classic square coffee table from the Capella series was designed by Illum Wikkelsø for the Danish manufacturer Niels Eilersen in the 1960s. It is made from high-quality noble rosewood. This coffee table has a warm brown colour and a rich grain. The base consists of slender H-shaped legs. The elegant design, which emphasises the purity of forms and the simplicity of lines, will find its perfect place in many arrangements, not just as a coffee table. Kristian Illum Wikkelsø was part of a group of designers representing the golden age of Danish design in the 1950s and 1960s. He was one of the leading creators who made Danish design style an international phenomenon. While Wikkelsø's style was in many ways in line with the aesthetics of design of his time, he had the courage and ability to develop his own innovative style, often expressive and surprising, but always focused on sublime craftsmanship and attention to detail. His goal was to capture the beauty of the surrounding environment in furniture design. Wikkelsø was admitted to the furniture design school of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and, under the tutelage of Kaare Klint, made a name for himself with his unique aesthetic and attention to detail. He collaborated with several artists, but ultimately, in 1954, he founded his own design company based in Aarhus, Denmark. Founded in 1895 by Niels Eilersen, the company initially produced carriages. Eilersen was the first in Denmark to use steam to shape wood. Since the 1930s, N. Eilersen A/S has produced furniture with an emphasis on the highest quality materials, comfort, and durability. This strategy has made Eilersen A/S a well-known and recognisable brand both in Switzerland and abroad, and several sofa models carry the label of the most modern. N. Eilersen A/S is a family business. Innovation and tradition continue to be their hallmark. The table is in original vintage condition. It has age-related marks. The colours of the products shown in the photos may differ slightly from the actual ones. This is due to individual monitor settings and lighting conditions – the photos were taken in artificial light, which may affect the perception of colours. However, we strive to ensure that the photos reflect the actual appearance of the product as faithfully as possible. The offer may include photos of the item in the living space, but these are for illustrative purposes only.