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Sold OutMid-Century modern small round extending dining table (A Younger)
925.00€ Read moreMid-Century modern small round extending dining table (A Younger)
A beautiful Mid-Century round extending dining table designed by John Herbert and handcrafted by A. Youngerin Britain during the 1960s. Elegant in proportion and beautifully made, the table showcases the warm, richly figured character of teak, combined with the restrained and highly functional design typical of British Mid-Century furniture.
The circular tabletop provides an intimate setting for everyday dining, while the cleverly designed extending mechanism allows the table to accommodate additional guests when required. Its gently shaped profile and beautifully finished teak give the piece a refined yet wonderfully practical character.
Designed by John Herbert for A. Younger, this table reflects the quality of British furniture craftsmanship of the period, with careful attention to construction, proportion and the natural beauty of the timber.
The table has been carefully restored by our skilled restorers, preserving its original character while reviving the warmth and depth of the teak. It is presented in excellent vintage condition, ready to be enjoyed for many years to come.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 112 cm
Extension: 46 cm
Table extended: 158 x 112 cm
Height: 74cm
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Sold OutMid-Century extending dining table by A. Younger 1960
800.00€ Read moreMid-Century extending dining table by A. Younger 1960
An exceptional Mid-Century extending dining table designed by the celebrated British designer John Herbert for A. Younger during the 1960s. Renowned for his ability to combine elegant proportions with practical innovation, Herbert created furniture that remains highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts today.
Handcrafted in beautifully figured teak, this table showcases the warm tones and rich grain patterns that define the finest Mid-Century furniture. The clean rectangular top is complemented by a striking architectural frame, while the beautifully sculpted solid teak legs provide a distinctive and organic presence.
Unlike many contemporary designs, the legs are not positioned flush with the table’s frame. Instead, they sit proudly beneath the structure, creating a sense of movement and visual strength. This thoughtful design detail gives the table a powerful yet refined appearance, highlighting John Herbert’s mastery of form and proportion.
The table features a cleverly engineered extension system with a single extension leaf stored neatly beneath the main top. To access the extension, simply pull each end of the table apart, revealing the hidden leaf stored in one complete piece underneath. The mechanism is remarkably easy to operate, allowing the table to transform effortlessly from an intimate dining setting into a larger entertaining space.
Carefully restored, the teak has been revived to showcase its natural beauty, depth of colour, and stunning grain patterns. A timeless piece of British Mid-Century design that combines practicality, craftsmanship, and sculptural elegance.
Dimensions.
Closed: 145 x 81 cm
Extended: 198 x 81 cm
Extension: 53 x 81 cm
Height: 74 cm
Gap for the chairs: length 106 cm x height 64.5 cm.
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Long Sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger
1,800.00€ Add to cartLong Sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger
A distinguished sideboard designed by John Herbert and handcrafted in teak and afromosia by the esteemed British cabinetmaker A. Younger. Known for their uncompromising standards and refined joinery, Younger produced some of the most elegant furniture of the mid-century era, and this piece reflects that heritage with quiet authority.
The sideboard’s clean lines, warm timber tones from teak, and balanced proportions embody Herbert’s design philosophy—rooted in craftsmanship, restraint, and the timeless beauty of natural wood. Its workmanship speaks of an age when furniture was built slowly and skilfully, intended to serve for generations.
The sideboard is distinguished by its finely carved solid wood handles and the graceful curved joints that unite the legs with the main structure—a testament to the careful hand-crafting for which A. Younger was renowned. Its storage is generous and well arranged, featuring a central bank of four drawers and a cabinet on each side, each enclosing a fitted shelf. This thoughtful layout offers both elegance and practical utility, reflecting the quiet wisdom of mid-century British design.
Dimensions:
Length: 213
Width: 46
Height: 78.5 cm
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Mid-Century dining table (by A Younger)
1,500.00€ Add to cartMid-Century dining table (by A Younger)
Before all else, this remarkable dining table stands as a celebration of the visionary work of John Herbert, the celebrated Head of Design for A Younger Ltd. In 1960, Herbert was honoured by the Furniture Makers’ Guild for his outstanding sideboards and tables, creations that helped define the elegance and refinement of British Mid-Century Modern furniture.
This rare dining table is one of those distinguished designs — a seldom-seen model that captures the quiet sophistication and architectural purity for which Herbert became renowned. Crafted in richly figured teak, the table features a stunning one-piece top with an exceptional flowing grain pattern. The natural movement within the timber creates alternating highlights and warm tonal variations, giving the surface a remarkable sense of depth and character beneath the light.
Unlike extending models, this version was designed with a fixed top, allowing the proportions and uninterrupted teak grain to remain beautifully balanced and harmonious. The table’s greatest triumph lies in the masterful joinery between the apron and legs. Herbert designed the structure with an elegant flush transition, where each element flows organically into the next with remarkable restraint and precision. This clean sculptural detailing gives the table its refined architectural presence while preserving the softness and warmth of the natural wood.
Raised on slender tapered legs, the table embodies the timeless principles of Scandinavian and British Mid-Century design — simplicity, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty. A rare and highly collectible piece that would sit effortlessly within both contemporary and traditional interiors.
Dimensions:
Width: 182 cm
Depth: 78 cm
Height: 73.5 cm
Chair Clearance: length by height: 107 x 65 cm
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John Herbert A Younger Chest of Drawers – Mid Century Walnut Toledo Range
1,400.00€ Read moreJohn Herbert A Younger Chest of Drawers – Mid Century Walnut Toledo Range
John Herbert and Allan pledge were the head of the design at A younger in the ‘60s and ‘70s, they produced this stunning piece, with an exquisite look, the own structure is enclosing the box for the four drawers. Feauted by its long handles and the beauty of its wanul this chest will enhance any of your interiors.
Dimensi0ns
107 x 46 height 91cm
Interior dimension 99 x 37 height 11 cm
History
John Herbert played a pivotal role as the head designer of A Younger Ltd from 1955 to 1970, significantly shaping the company’s identity through his innovative designs. His leadership in the mid-1950s was instrumental in guiding Younger towards modernist furniture inspired by Danish design, which positioned the company as a pioneer among British furniture makers. Herbert’s exceptional talent was recognized in 1960 when he won three awards from the Furniture Makers’ Guild for a sideboard and two tables, including one from the esteemed Fonseca range. As the late 1960s approached, Herbert, alongside Alan Pledge—who joined the team in 1967/68—embarked on an exciting new direction for the company, leading to the successful design and launch of the Toledo range in 1972. This partnership marked a significant evolution in A Younger Ltd’s offerings, showcasing their commitment to innovation and quality in furniture design.
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Teak Coffee table by A Younger with a rattan rack
900.00€ Read moreTeak Coffee table by A Younger with a rattan rack
John Herbert was born in England and he was an active designer between the ‘50s and ‘60s and was known by his creation inspired in the Scandinavian style, he made high-end furniture a like side boards, tables, chairs etc…
He was the head of designed for A. Younger Ltd and and during this period he signed some of his most iconic collections that they were awarded later on, like “Fonseca” collection and “sequence” both collections became very popular at that time.
The coffee table we have here is one of the examples from its “Fonseca Collection” a rectangular coffee table with a beautiful afromorsia wood for its frame and legs and a vibrant teak wood for the top. Another feature that makes this piece so unique is the rattan rack.
The beauty of this table is due to the line up joints between the legs and the top, the use of the rattan for the rack and colours of the wood.
Dimensions
L.136 cm
W.46 cm
H.46 cm
Rack H.26 cm
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Small sideboard (By A Younger)
1,700.00€ Add to cartSmall sideboard (By A Younger)
This stunning sideboard was designed by John Herbert in the 1960s for the prestigious British cabinet maker A Younger.
Expertly handcrafted from a rich combination of teak and afromosia, the sideboard showcases a striking contrast between the two woods, adding depth and sophistication to any space.
The design features a bank of three drawers, with the first drawer dedicated to cutlery storage, and a spacious cupboard enclosed by two sleek doors.
Both the drawers and doors operate smoothly, highlighting the craftsmanship, while the piece remains solid and durable, making it a perfect addition to your home.
Dimensions:
Length: 168 cm
Width: 45.5 cm
Height: 77.5 cm
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Dining extending table (A Younger)
975.00€ Add to cartDining extending table (A Younger)
John Herbert diseñó esta mesa de comedor extensible para A. Younger en Inglaterra en los años 60 para la galardonada colección Fonseca.
La mesa está elaborada artesanalmente en madera de teca y afromosia. La mesa se caracteriza por la hermosa unión que une las patas con una sólida estructura que contiene el tablero.
Dimensiones
Cerrada: 144 x 89 altura 72.5 cm
Extendido: 189 x 89 altura 72.5 cm
Extensión: 45 x 89 cm
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Sideboard from Younger (Sequence Collection)
1,800.00€ Read moreSideboard from Younger (Sequence Collection)
John Herbert designed this sideboard in the United Kingdom in the 1960s for the A Younger brand.
This sideboard belongs to the Sequence collection, where the artistic maturity of J Herbert and the influence of the design of the Scandinavian school, so necessary in the 60s, is noticeable.
This piece of furniture consists of two modules, one with four drawers and the other with two doors.
Built with teak and afrormosia, it has a structural frame, legs and handles in solid teak.
Measurements
167×45.5 Height 79cm
1,800.00€
