Mid-Century Scandinavian Cocktail or Bar Cabinet, in the style of Torbjørn Afdal, Norway, c.1950s
Vintage Scandinavian Cocktail Cabinet, c.1950
A refined Scandinavian bar cabinet exhibiting the understated luxury and craftsmanship associated with Norwegian designer Torbjørn Afdal. Executed in richly toned mahogany, the cabinet rests on a slender, raised frame with sculpted handles carved directly from the timber.
The interior reveals a mirrored back panel with gentle patina,
newly fitted glass shelf/storage for glassware (not photographed),
and a convenient laminated pull-out tray for preparing drinks. Below, custom-fitted circular bottle storage and two lockable drawers with brass escutcheons offer practical organisation for barware and accessories.
Recently and gently refurbished and refinished, the piece retains its original character and warm lustre. A fine example of 1950s Norwegian modernism, blending functional design with refined materiality and craftsmanship.
Condition:
Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use. It has been gently refurbished and refinished, with a new glass shelf to be fitted. The cabinet retains its original patinated mirrored back. One of the door locks, previously missing, has been replaced with a discreet sliding lock.Dimensions:
H: 125 cm W: 90 cm D: 46 cm
Notes on Attribution
The style is reminiscent of Torbjørn Afdal but we cannot attribute this piece of furniture to him with absolute certainty. It features high quality workmanship with attention to detail and the use of fine materials.
Torbjørn Afdal, a respected Norwegian designer, was renowned for creating functional and elegant pieces like this one.
As with many quality Mid-Century pieces, this design thoughtfully pairs solid wood construction with a premium wood veneer—an approach widely used at the time to highlight beautiful grain patterns while ensuring lasting stability.
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.






































