'Utö' occasional table

Designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet

Sweden, 1932

This sculptural pine table belongs to Axel Einar Hjorth’s “Utö” series, created around 1932 for Nordiska Kompaniet. The collection, named after the island of Utö in the Stockholm archipelago, was conceived for Swedish summer houses, embodying a refined rusticity that bridges the natural and the modern.

Crafted in solid pine with a robust cylindrical base and an elegantly rounded top, the design highlights Hjorth’s mastery in combining bold, architectural forms with the warmth of organic materials. The visible grain and tactile surface lend the piece a timeless authenticity, reflecting both craftsmanship and functionality.

Hjorth’s Utö series represents a defining moment in Swedish design, where simplicity met sophistication. His work for NK captured the spirit of Scandinavian modernism: honest materials, clean lines, and a profound connection to nature.

A rare and evocative example of Axel Einar Hjorth’s Utö table, this piece embodies the enduring appeal of Swedish functionalism and the craftsmanship of the early 1930s.