Rosewood and chrome 9-drawer dresser by Leif Jacobsen, circa 1970. Rare rosewood and chrome 9-drawer dresser or credenza by Danish cabinetmaker Leif Jacobsen, circa 1970. Exceptional craftsmanship and rosewood grain, this dresser is in original condition with only very slight wear as shown. Cabinet hardware is original and very solid. The grain on this piece is exceptional and overall is very heavy, quality construction.

Measures 75.5″ W x 19″ D x 28″ H

Leif Jacobsen was born in Denmark but his family came to Canada when he was still an infant. In 1952 he opened an eponymous custom millwork firm. The company was subcontracted to complete work for American firms Knoll International and Herman Miller, but soon moved into designing its own furnishings under the direction of Danish-trained cabinetmaker Svend Neilsen. Leif Jacobsen made furnishings for major retailers of the day, including Walter Nugent Designs, Nienkämper, and Metalsmiths. They were also known for their high-end custom office furnishings: a suite could cost upwards of $20,000 in the 1960s. (Gotlieb & Golden, p. 243) The firm’s luxurious rosewood credenza shows why prices were so high. The workmanship is impeccable and the style timeless.

Pair of ceramic cutout lamps with dual illumination, circa 1970. Beautiful black and white design with independently controlled top and bottom switch to illuminate the column or neck separately. Excellent original condition. New wiring. Measure: 21″ to neck switch and 8″ diameter at widest sold as a pair, shade not included.