Mid-century furniture by Gunni Oman (Denmark)

Gunni Omann (1930-2009) was a Danish furniture designer who was active during the mid-century modern period. He is best known for his elegant and functional designs, which often featured clean lines and geometric shapes. He was born in Horsens, Denmark, in 1930. He studied furniture design at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. After graduating, he worked for a number of Danish furniture manufacturers, including Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, which was founded by his father.

In the 1950s, Omann began to design his own furniture. His early designs were influenced by the Scandinavian design movement, which emphasized simplicity, functionality, and natural materials. Omann's furniture was often made from teak, rosewood, and other high-quality woods.

Omann's designs were well-received by critics and the public. He won numerous awards for his work, including the Lunning Prize in 1959 and the Danish Parliament's Furniture more... Prize in 1964. He continued to design furniture until his death in 2009. His work is still in high demand today, and his pieces are considered to be some of the most collectible mid-century modern furniture.

Some of Gunni Omann's most notable works include the Model 18 sideboard, designed in 1960, the Model 75 desk designed in 1958 and is another of Omann's most popular pieces which features a floating top, bookcases, and a drop-down compartment and the Rosewood Model 77 desk which features a clean, elegant design. less...