Danish Desire
Jan 17
Jan 24 2020
exhibition in-person
See Details
Jan 18, 2020
1:00pm 4:00pm
Jan 20, 2020
5:30pm 8:30pm
245 Davenport Road, Toronto
Jan 17Fri 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 18Sat 1:00pm 4:00pm
Jan 19Sun Closed
Jan 20Mon 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 21Tue 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 22Wed 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 23Thu 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 24Fri 9:00am 5:00pm
Jan 25Sat Closed
Jan 26Sun Closed

Discover why Danish design remains desirable.

Explore Danish classic and contemporary design from Carl Hansen & Son, Fritz Hansen, Georg Jensen, PP Mobler, Erik Jorgensen, Muuto and others.

Two studios at 245 Davenport — Hollace Cluny and TORP — showcase masterpieces of mid century and contemporary furniture and design.

A visiting silversmith from Georg Jensen in Denmark will be working on site producing the famous Swan pitcher in sterling silver.

Join us for a feature lecture on the foundation and evolution of Danish design by Karina Svensgaard, a visiting seasoned authority on this topic.

At the same time, let your senses enjoy the beauty and comfort of some of the best of Danish design ever produced.

This exhibition is coordinated by the Danish Consulate General.

Danish Desire in Canadian Design Panel
Mon, Jan 20, 5:30–8:30pm

Speakers:

  • Dr. Michael Prokopow, OCAD. Michael curated the True Nordic exhibit at the Gardiner Museum two years ago together with Rachel Gotlieb.
  • Kelly Buffey, principal Akb Architects
  • Joanne Chan, Principal, SDI Interior Design and Project Coordination
  • Karina Svensgaard, Export Manager PP Mobler
  • Sherri Simko, Director North America, Carl Hansen & Son.

Participants

TORP, Hollace Cluny, SDI Design, Danish Trade Commission

Acknowledgements

Accessibility

Carl Hansen and Sons CH71 series by Hans Wegner
Fritz Hansen PK22 chair by Poul Kjaerholm
Georg Jensen Swan, Pregnant Duck and 978 pitchers by Henning Koppel
PP Mobler Flag Halyard Chair by Hans Wegner
Erik Jorgensen OX chair by Hans Wegner