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The Art of Furniture - The Story of Frits Henningsen

 

Orcutt, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/30/2015 -- The word "craftsmanship" doesn't have the same meaning it used to. Today, it's all about upgrading machinery and finding the right technology to speed up the whole process. Modern furniture designers have forgotten all about what it really means to devote oneself to creating unique pieces that have artistic value, not just a practical component.

Let's go back to the beginning of the 20th century, when our life pace was significantly slower, and when people actually had enough time to enjoy the small things. That age gave birth to many brilliant minds, one of which was Frits Henningsen.

He followed the classes by Kaare Klint at The Technical School and was a pupil at the early Danish Design School

The Art of Craftsmanship

In order to become truly great and recognized in your field, you need to work hard. Frits Henningsen's story begins with the classes of Kaare Klint at the Technical school, after which he was a student at the Danish Design School. He developed a professional relationship with the amazing IP Morck, who was a great early influence – at age of twenty two, Frits successfully finished apprenticeship within this gifted artist's workshop.

Before he finally arrived to Copenhagen in 1916, Frits Henningsen traveled across Europe. When you take a close look at his remarkable pieces, you'll be able to see details inspired by German, French and British culture. So, whether you'd like to have a piece that breathes with flamboyant Rococo spirit, distinguished French Empire, Germanic practicality or elegant 17th England, you could find a combination cleverly put together in Frits' cabinetmaking.

There's one important thing to know about this extraordinarily talented man – he didn't believe in mass production, because he wanted to call himself a cabinetmaker, not just a furniture designer. His trained eye gave a lot of attention to small details the rest of the world probably doesn't even notice, which is why he preferred to produce all his designs by himself.

Placing Trust Where It Belongs

Pieces that Frits Henningsen created during the first half of the 20th century are still widely admired, their designs are being copied by many, and he serves as an inspiration to all contemporary craftsmen.

Because of his particular ways, he wasn't able to find many people that he could effectively work with. Considering the fact this Danish designer was an appreciated member of the Cabinetmakers Guild from 1927, anyone can come to the same conclusion – he left some big shoes to fill.

Producing his designs today isn't an easy task, but "Denmark 50" led by Wayne Guy is the place to go if you're looking for a genuine piece made by Henningsen's high standards that imply intensive labor and strictly traditional methods.

Almost hundred years have passed, but that hasn't had the slightest impact on Frits Henningsen's designs. Having a piece of furniture he envisioned is like having a piece of art in your home, and that simple, but elegant luxury is something everyone should invest in.

For more information on Frits Henningsen's one of a kind pieces, visit http://www.denmark50.com/ or call 323-650-5222.

Contact: Wayne Guy
7974 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Tel: 323-650-5222
Email: info@denmark50.com