Ole Høstbo in the Vanguard

How did you start out in the business? Thirty years ago, my passion led me to start collecting designer furniture and pieces produced in cabinetmakers' workshops, as I gradually discovered them in the Copenhagen flea markets. I opened a store in 1992. At the time, professionals and the general public were interested in the creations of young designers because it was almost impossible to get hold of historic pieces, which were rare and very expensive. As dealers, there were only two of us exploring this field in Copenhagen. What were the first pieces you fell for? The first lamp I bought was one of Poul Henningsen's Artichoke lamps, designed in 1958. My first piece of Danish furniture was a 45 Chair by Finn Juhl. Its organic form and ergonomics make it timeless. And Finn Juhl is a major figure, because he's the one who introduced design to Denmark. In what way is the furniture you promote unique?…