Nanna Ditzel

Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005), with her postmodernist attitude and rebellion against tradition, became a leading figure in the renewal of Danish design in the 1990's, well after her 70th birthday. She had a magnificent ability to transform her artistic dreams into very functional and purposeful designs. Ditzel, who trained as a cabinet maker, was known for her professionalism and sure sense of the needs furniture is expected to meet. At the same time, however, she was renowned for her bold experimental style which won her numerous furniture awards. At an age when most other people have long since retired, the grand old lady of Danish design continued to attract worldwide attention.