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An exceptional Hans J. Wegner Model AT-304 “Sabre Leg” dining table, designed for Andreas Tuck in Denmark during the 1950s. Combining sculptural woodworking, clever engineering, and contrasting materials, the AT-304 is a particularly beautiful example of Wegner’s ability to make even the functional elements of a piece part of its visual identity.
The table features a warm teak top paired with sculpted oak legs and brass supports. The contrast is quintessentially Danish: richly grained teak provides warmth across the broad horizontal surface, while the lighter, expressive grain of the oak emphasizes the extraordinary form of the base.
The defining feature is Wegner’s dramatic “Sabre Leg” construction. Each pair of elongated oak legs crosses beneath the tabletop in a sweeping, almost calligraphic gesture. Rather than hiding the table’s structure, Wegner celebrates it. Long brass rods travel between the legs and tabletop in a beautifully engineered system of curves and diagonals, providing structural support while creating one of the table’s most recognizable decorative elements. The warm brass against the oak and teak is especially striking.
Equally impressive is the table’s versatility. Drop leaves at either end dramatically increase the available dining surface, allowing the table to transition from a more compact everyday configuration to an exceptionally long dining table capable of accommodating a large gathering. The leaves are supported by an ingenious brass mechanism integrated into the base. The mechanism operates smoothly, allowing each leaf to be raised and lowered with ease.
When fully extended, the extremely thin profile of the tabletop combined with the widely spaced sculptural base creates an almost weightless appearance despite the table’s impressive length. From across a room, the sweeping brass supports and crossed oak legs become as visually important as the tabletop itself.
The craftsmanship is particularly rewarding when viewed up close: softly rounded teak edges, beautifully shaped oak legs, precisely fitted brass hardware, and an elegant economy of material throughout. There is virtually nothing extraneous in the design—every structural component contributes to the table’s overall form.
The underside retains its Andreas Tuck markings identifying Hans J. Wegner as the designer, documenting the table’s Danish manufacture and authorship.
A superb piece of 1950s Danish Modern design, the AT-304 is both a highly functional expandable dining table and an extraordinarily sculptural piece of furniture. It is a design that becomes even more impressive when viewed from underneath, where Wegner’s combination of woodworking and engineering is fully revealed.
Details:
Designer: Hans J. Wegner
Manufacturer: Andreas Tuck
Model: AT-304 “Sabre Leg” Dining Table
Origin: Denmark
Period: 1950s
Materials: Teak, oak and brass
Features: Two drop leaves, sculpted crossed sabre legs, brass support mechanism
Markings: Andreas Tuck / Hans J. Wegner markings underneath
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; extension mechanism operates smoothly
An exceptional Hans J. Wegner Model AT-304 “Sabre Leg” dining table, designed for Andreas Tuck in Denmark during the 1950s. Combining sculptural woodworking, clever engineering, and contrasting materials, the AT-304 is a particularly beautiful example of Wegner’s ability to make even the functional elements of a piece part of its visual identity.
The table features a warm teak top paired with sculpted oak legs and brass supports. The contrast is quintessentially Danish: richly grained teak provides warmth across the broad horizontal surface, while the lighter, expressive grain of the oak emphasizes the extraordinary form of the base.
The defining feature is Wegner’s dramatic “Sabre Leg” construction. Each pair of elongated oak legs crosses beneath the tabletop in a sweeping, almost calligraphic gesture. Rather than hiding the table’s structure, Wegner celebrates it. Long brass rods travel between the legs and tabletop in a beautifully engineered system of curves and diagonals, providing structural support while creating one of the table’s most recognizable decorative elements. The warm brass against the oak and teak is especially striking.
Equally impressive is the table’s versatility. Drop leaves at either end dramatically increase the available dining surface, allowing the table to transition from a more compact everyday configuration to an exceptionally long dining table capable of accommodating a large gathering. The leaves are supported by an ingenious brass mechanism integrated into the base. The mechanism operates smoothly, allowing each leaf to be raised and lowered with ease.
When fully extended, the extremely thin profile of the tabletop combined with the widely spaced sculptural base creates an almost weightless appearance despite the table’s impressive length. From across a room, the sweeping brass supports and crossed oak legs become as visually important as the tabletop itself.
The craftsmanship is particularly rewarding when viewed up close: softly rounded teak edges, beautifully shaped oak legs, precisely fitted brass hardware, and an elegant economy of material throughout. There is virtually nothing extraneous in the design—every structural component contributes to the table’s overall form.
The underside retains its Andreas Tuck markings identifying Hans J. Wegner as the designer, documenting the table’s Danish manufacture and authorship.
A superb piece of 1950s Danish Modern design, the AT-304 is both a highly functional expandable dining table and an extraordinarily sculptural piece of furniture. It is a design that becomes even more impressive when viewed from underneath, where Wegner’s combination of woodworking and engineering is fully revealed.
Details:
Designer: Hans J. Wegner
Manufacturer: Andreas Tuck
Model: AT-304 “Sabre Leg” Dining Table
Origin: Denmark
Period: 1950s
Materials: Teak, oak and brass
Features: Two drop leaves, sculpted crossed sabre legs, brass support mechanism
Markings: Andreas Tuck / Hans J. Wegner markings underneath
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; extension mechanism operates smoothly
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Avoid placing objects that may cause scratches to the surface
Clean using water only in small quantities and apply it with soft, damp cloth
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Upholstery Care
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Exchange both side pads, the seat and backrest, to obtain uniform wear
Shake the cushions regularly to remove dust and to maintain the stability of the form
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