The Glove Cabinet by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Leadtime: Made to Order 12-16 weeks
Denmark
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The Glove Cabinet by Finn Juhl is a masterful example of artistry, functionality, and playful design. Originally conceived by Finn Juhl as an elegant glove storage solution for his wife, Hanne Wilhelm Hansen, the Glove Cabinet made its debut at the 1961 Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition as part of an experimental and imaginative bedroom suite. This distinctive piece was crafted in Japanese cherry wood and features a striking interior of colorful painted drawers, all delicately enclosed within a compact, jewelry box-like cabinet.
With its burnished steel legs, brass fittings, and smooth-gliding wheels, the Glove Cabinet by Finn Juhl represents a daring departure from the more restrained functionalism of his early work. Instead, Finn Juhl embraced curiosity, contrast, and imagination—values that came to define his later designs. The Glove Cabinet was part of the 1961 exhibition that marked Finn Juhl’s 25th anniversary and would become his final participation in the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition.
At the time, the Glove Cabinet sparked lively debate. Finn Juhl’s bold use of color and form stood in contrast to the conservative aesthetics of the Klint School, drawing criticism from contemporaries like Børge Mogensen and Arne Karlsen. Yet Finn Juhl stood firm in his conviction, famously responding, “But why should we take the joy out of everything?”—a statement that continues to echo through the Glove Cabinet’s joyful and whimsical design.
Though designed in the early 1960s, the Glove Cabinet remains timeless. Today, it is still celebrated not only as an exceptional piece of design, but as a tribute to Finn Juhl’s belief in the enduring power of creativity. A Glove Cabinet can still be found in Finn Juhl’s own home in Ordrup, north of Copenhagen—proof of its lasting place in both his personal and professional legacy.
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What is Nørdikka Collective?
Nørdikka Collective is a new design and lifestyle brand that showcases Nordic & Scandinavian furniture, lighting, décor, and lifestyle products for audiences in the Americas.
Nørdikka opened its first physical showroom in Miami, Florida in January 2024. In December 2024, we announced plans for a new, improved showroom and design studio in Spring 2025.
What is Scandinavian & Nordic Design?
People from Scandinavia and the Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden—and Iceland) obsess over high-quality design, exquisite craftsmanship, and sustainability.
From mid-century modern icons to today's emerging designers, they believe beautiful design improves lives and that intentional consumption can even make us happier.
Why Makes Scandinavian Design Special?
People from Scandinavia and the Nordic countries self-report higher levels of happiness with their lives than than anywhere else on Earth. Despite cloudy, wet summers and long, cold winter nights, many there find a contentment most of us only wish for.
We are not suggesting that incorporating Scandinavian design in your home will make you happier (wink). But we do believe that making intentional choices about the objects that surround us—their beauty, longevity, and functionality—can improve our daily lives.
What "Scandinavian" philosophies & values?
Nørdikka Collective showcases classic pieces by iconic mid-century designers, alongside work by the region's emerging talent. What unites them is a timeless pursuit of design perfection: form follows function; beauty in minimalism; quality is luxury; and longevity is sustainability.
The term "Scandinavian" isn't just about our objects, but rather the philosophies and values the objects represent. Our partners revere environmental stewardship, value human-centered manufacturing, and work to preserve their cultures' design heritage for future generations.
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The Vision
Nørdikka Collective is a design and lifestyle brand featuring Nordic & Scandinavian furniture, lighting, and other design-related products for the Americas.
We are a new platform for community-driven conversations about design's role in our daily lives and a bridge between cultures.
The Founders
Co-founder and creative director Amy Larson is an American artist and designer of Danish descent with roots in Western Montana and South Florida.
Co-founder Matthew Aho is a Finnish American New York-native with a trade background and strong ties to South America and the Caribbean.
The Showroom
Nørdikka Collective opened its Miami, Florida showroom doors at design hub Miami Ironside in January 2024 to serve South Florida's local and international communities.
In December 2024, we announced plans for a new, improved showroom and design studio scheduled to open in spring 2025.