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Danish Furniture Design by Frederik Sieck (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Highly important, Frederik Sieck's work on Danish furniture design is considered a classic and
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20th Century Books
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Paper
Contemporary Danish Furniture Design (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
describes the work of some 120 Danish Furniture Designers and is accompanied buy 520 illustrations. 231
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20th Century Books
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Paper
Collectible Books "40 Years of Danish Furniture Design", First Edition, 4 volume
By Grete Jalk
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and complete set of “40 years of Danish Furniture Design” first edition book collection — The
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Books
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Paper
H 18.12 in W 14.18 in D 8.67 in
40 Years of Danish Furniture Design 1927-1966 by Greta Jalk (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
40 Years of Danish Furniture Design is a four volume work of 1,350 pages and 1,800 pictures, each
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20th Century Books
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Paper
Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century by Arne Karlsen (Books)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A two volume set which provides a well documented and detailed review of Danish furniture design in
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Mid-20th Century Books
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Paper
Danish design easy chair of the Fifties
Located in Berlin, BE
Danish furniture design: Easy chair upholstered in light wool, stained beech legs. 1950s.
Minor
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Beech
Side table / Bench in Oak by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder furniture in 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder Furniture
Located in Lejre, DK
with a simple and functional design, which is characteristic of Danish furniture design from this
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
H 15.75 in W 34.65 in D 13.39 in
Side Table Made In Oak By Aksel Kjersgaard For Odder Furniture From 1960s
By Odder Furniture, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Lejre, DK
with a simple and functional design, which is characteristic of Danish furniture design from this
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
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Oak
H 15.36 in W 46.86 in D 13.39 in
Nanna Ditzel ND83 Lounge Chair Upholstered in Blue Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in New York, NY
Ditzel was nicknamed the “First Lady of Danish Furniture Design” by the Scandinavian Furniture Fair
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Danish Design Armchairs Upholstered Light Boucle. Sweden, 1940s
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A Danish furniture design pair of easy armchairs upholstered with light bouclé. Original from 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Bouclé, Oak
H 28.25 in W 28.75 in D 32.75 in
1936 Hansen & Johansen Solid Wood Armchair, Round Front Legs, Sloping Hind Legs
Located in London, GB
Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark, 1936. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Leather, Hardwood
H 25.6 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Classic Danish 1940s Chair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather
Located in Lejre, DK
This chair is a classic example of Danish furniture design from the 1940s. The chair is made from
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...
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Leather, Mahogany
Stool designed by Mogens Lassen for K. Thomsen, Denmark, 1942
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Stockholm, SE
cm / 18 1/4''
D: 31 cm / 12 1/4''
Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.], “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Armchair in Solid Oak by Cabinetmaker S. Thrane, Denmark, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
, Odense, Denmark. The design is clearly influenced by the functionalist movement introduced in Danish
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Wool, Oak
H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Rare Midcentury Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, 1950s
By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Thorald Madsens Snedkeri
Located in Lejre, DK
. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 4, ill. pp. 98.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Oak
Dining Table Model No. 55 Made In Rosewood Designed By Omann Jun A/S From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
, represents a fine example of mid-20th century Danish furniture design.
Oman Jun. A/S was known for their
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Rosewood
H 27.96 in Dm 47.25 in
Campaign walnut safari Dining Chair with Brown or Black Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Ballard, CA
The Campaign Safari dining chair is a reverence to midcentury Danish furniture design. Meticulously
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Upholstery, Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table By Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Brussels, BE
Fritz Hansen, is a Danish furniture design company. Designers who have worked for Fritz Hansen include
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Poul H. Poulsen for Gangso Mobler 1970s
By Gangsø Møbler, Poul Hermann Poulsen
Located in Debrecen, HU
classic Danish furniture design and wish to enrich their home or office with a distinctive yet functional
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Fabric, Wood, Oak
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 18.12 in
Bookcase - Shelf - Teak wood - Danish design - Tap collections - 1960
Located in Lejre, DK
represents an era in which Danish furniture design flourished and gained international recognition for its
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Teak
H 35.44 in W 15.36 in D 13.39 in
Peter Hvidt: Armchair of Rosewood and Black Leather circa 1955
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Peter Hvidt
Located in London, GB
Furniture Design”, similar chair ill. vol. 2, p. 267.
Patina due to age and use, including scratches and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish High Back Lounge Chair by Erik Kolling Andersen for Peder Pedersen, Pair
By Erik Kolling Andersen
Located in Zürich, CH
Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 3, pp. 250–251, 296–297.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
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Leather
H 40.56 in Dm 39.38 in
Set Of Five Dining Chairs Model 401 Made In Oak By Jørgen H. Møller From 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
in the 1960s. Made of solid oak with hand-woven flat wicker seats. Classic Danish furniture design
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Oak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
Dining Table in Rosewood Model 55 By Omann Junior From 1960's
By Gunni Omann, Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
, represents a fine example of mid-20th century Danish furniture design.
Oman Jun. A/S was known for their
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
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Rosewood
Long Mid-Century Modern Server by Greaves & Thomas
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish furniture design in the mid-20th century. Handsome flame mahogany veneer exterior with a dark
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Wood
”Fireplace Chair" with Matching Stool in Teak by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen
By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Gustav Bertelsen
Located in Lejre, DK
: Grete Jalk [ed.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 2, ill. pp. 108–111.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 27.56 in
1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 7 Solid Wood Carver Chairs, Red Wool Upholstery
By Gustav Bertelsen, Steffen Syrach-Larsen
Located in London, GB
' Guild Exhibition at Design Museum Denmark, 1960. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Hardwood, Wool
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in
Bookcase in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
bookcase represents the timeless elegance and functionality that characterizes Danish furniture design from
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
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Teak
Dining Table With Extensions Made In Rosewood Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
capture the essence of Danish furniture design from the era, offering a timeless aesthetic that
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Rosewood
H 29.53 in W 53.15 in D 35.44 in
1940's Danish Fritz Hansen Art Deco Bentwood Armchair Wool Plaid Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
makers marks
Fritz Hansen, also known as Republic of Fritz Hansen, is a Danish furniture design company
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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Upholstery, Beech
H 29.53 in W 24.22 in D 15.75 in
1966 Vilhelm Wohlert, Unique Sofa in Solid Elm, Upholstered with Green Fabric
By Arne Poulsen Cabinetmaker Denmark, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in London, GB
1966. Described and depicted: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 4, p. 352
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Elm
H 47.25 in W 63 in D 30.32 in
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
.
Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 3, ill. pp. 14–17.
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Ash
Corona Lounge Chair Model EJ5 Made In Walnut Elegance Leather By Poul M. Volther
By Poul Volther, Erik Jørgensen
Located in Lejre, DK
. Volther was a pioneer in Danish furniture design, and Erik Jørgensen is known for his focus on quality and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather
H 19.69 in W 33.47 in D 37.41 in
Rocking Chair Model J16 Made In Beech By Hans J. Wegner For FDB
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
functional shape, the J16 has become a classic in Danish furniture design. Hans J. Wegner designed the J16 in
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
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Beech
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
, this coffee table is a testament to the enduring popularity of Danish furniture design. Its classic
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Rosewood
Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Three Seat Sofa in Oak and Forest Green Cushions
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
exemplifies the sophisticated simplicity and functionality characteristic of Danish furniture design. Its
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Oak
H 27.76 in W 74.41 in D 29.14 in
Office Chair By Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen For Erik Jørgensen From 1960s
By Johannes Foersom, Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen
Located in Lejre, DK
suitable for both lounge and office settings.
Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen, a renowned Danish furniture design
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Aluminum
H 36.62 in W 25.6 in D 18.9 in
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of Solid Teak, Seat covered with Natural Leather
By Niels Vodder, Sigurd Ressell
Located in London, GB
: 17.5 in (44.45 cm). Literature: Grete Jalk[Red.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design 1927–1966”, vol 4
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Teak, Leather
H 28.76 in W 25.75 in D 22.01 in
Side Table Made In Rosewood By Henning Kjærnulf From 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
high standards of Danish furniture design from that period. This piece is perfect for adding a touch of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
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Rosewood
Easy Chairs in Rosewood, of Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
recliner is typical of Danish furniture design from the 1960s, combining simplicity, elegance and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
1947 Peder Pedersen, Set of 7 Solid Wood Dining Chairs, Horse Hair upholstered
By Peder Pedersen
Located in London, GB
' 21th Guild Exhibition 1947. Literature: Grete Jalk[Red.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design 1927–1966
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Antique 1840s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Hardwood, Animal Skin
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Mogens Koch chest of drawers in teak, cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, Christian Ejlers forlag, 2007, Vol. 2 pp. 48-50
Worldwide
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Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
Set of Six Ib Kofod-Larsen Dinning Chairs In Rio Rosewood
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
with clean and simple lines.
Literature: Grete Jalk: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, 1947-1965
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Petite Danish modern sofa with horseshoe curved teak and woven light cane seat
By H. Brockmann-Petersen
Located in DK
. Thiersen & Søn, Denmark.
Literature: 40 years of Danish Furniture Design: The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Cane, Teak
H 28.35 in W 38.59 in D 18.51 in
Dining chairs by John Vedel Rieper for Erhard Rasmussen, Denmark, circa 1957
By John Vedel-Rieper, Erhard Rasmussen
Located in Hägersten, SE
.
Price for the set of four chairs.
Reference: 40 years of Danish furniture design: the Copenhagen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Wool, Oak
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Illum Wikkelso Danish Modern Teak End Table by Neils Eilersen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Neils Eilersen
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
generation of Danish designers who made Danish furniture design known around the world from the 1950s to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Coffeetable in Rosewood by Severin Hansen and Haslev, 1960s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
1960s, represents an iconic chapter in the history of Danish furniture design.
Severin Hansen, one of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Elegant Danish Brazilian Rosewood Credenza
Located in Oakland, CA
Brazilian rosewood, showcasing exquisite joinery and the timeless sophistication of Danish furniture design
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
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Rosewood
Side Table Made In Teak, Danish Design Made By Silkeborg Furniture From 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish furniture design at its best. The table is not only a practical piece of furniture, but also a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
H 20.48 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
1947 Peder Pedersen, Set of 6 Solid Wood Dining Chairs, Light Wool Upholstered
By Peder Pedersen
Located in London, GB
Cabinet-makers' 21th Guild Exhibition 1947. Literature: Grete Jalk[Red.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture
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Antique 1840s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Hardwood, Wool
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
1947 Peder Pedersen, Set of 6 Solid Wood Dining Chairs, Black Leather Upholstery
By Peder Pedersen
Located in London, GB
Guild Exhibition 1947. Literature: Grete Jalk[Red.] “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design 1927–1966”, vol
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Antique 1840s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Set Of Six Dining Room Chairs Made In Rosewood & Wool, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish furniture design.
Dimensions: H:97 cm, W:48 cm, D:44.5 cm and SH:44 cm
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
H 38.19 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Danish Modern Arne Wahl Iversen Model #36 Teak Planter
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
short of a masterpiece. This planter is a unique example of Danish furniture design that beautifully
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Dining Table in Rosewood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This rosewood dining table from the 1960s is an iconic example of Danish furniture design. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Extension Table in Walnut by Danish Master Cabinetmaker, circa 1940
Located in Lejre, DK
design are typical of Danish furniture design from the period and emphasize the high standards of
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen 4 Solid Wood Armchairs, Patinated Leather Upholstery
By Gustav Bertelsen, Steffen Syrach-Larsen
Located in London, GB
Museum Denmark, 1960. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 4, pp
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
iconic furniture that are now more popular than ever before. Danish design at its best.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
which made Danish furniture design famous on all continents. Arne Jacobsen knew how to combine materials
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
iconic furniture that are now more popular than ever before. Danish design at its best.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1947 Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 16 Solid Wood Chairs, Patinated Leather Upholstery
By Gustav Bertelsen, Steffen Syrach-Larsen
Located in London, GB
, 1960. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 4, pp. 112–113, 220–221
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Danish furniture design you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every Danish furniture design was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Danish furniture design, we have 3492 options in-stock, while there are 201 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Danish furniture design — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Danish furniture design made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made Danish furniture design has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Dansk Designs, Jens Harald Quistgaard and Hans J. Wegner are consistently popular.
How Much is a Danish Furniture Design?
A Danish furniture design can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,674, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $226,175.
Questions About Danish Furniture Design
- What is a furniture designer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if furniture is Danish, locate the stamp or label with the maker's name. Refer to trusted online resources to find out if the manufacturer or artisan's workshops are in Denmark. If you have difficulty locating the name of the maker, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance identifying the piece. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Danish furniture.
- What is Danish modern furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Why is Danish furniture so good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Vintage Danish furniture is so good because its design was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Mid-century Danish furniture took off in the United States after the Second World War, when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers. The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak. Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair. Find vintage and antique Danish furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Danish furniture, search inconspicuous areas of your piece for a maker's mark. Upon locating one, use trusted online resources to learn about the maker and determine if your piece originated from Denmark or a Danish designer. Some well-known Danish makers include Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Kaare Klimt, Børge Mogensen, Finn Juhl, HAY, Poul Kjærholm, Vernon Panton and Fritz Hansen. Shop a large selection of Danish furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify Danish teak furniture, look for stamps, labels and tags that bear a maker's mark. You can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece and whether it is a Danish maker. From there, research the company, workshop or artisan to find out if it produced pieces out of teak wood and search online catalogues to see if you can find your item and learn more about its materials. Knowing the characteristics of teak wood can also be helpful. It often has a smooth, straight grain and tends to be dense. Colors vary, but fine-quality pieces often have a golden-brown hue. When in doubt about your furniture, have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a selection of Danish teak furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Danish and Swedish design share many tenets, including an emphasis on simplicity and functionality. Danish furniture generally expresses these ideas through new industrial technologies, while Swedish products are minimalist and stress clean lines.
- What is modern furniture design?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024What you call a person who designs furniture is simply a furniture designer. Some people may use the terms furniture designer and furniture maker interchangeably, but these words actually have different meanings. A furniture maker is a person or company that crafts furniture. In some cases, furniture makers may also be furniture designers. However, this isn't always the case. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray was one of the leading pioneers of the modern movement in furniture and design. She was known for her tubular steel Bibendum Chair, a take on the Michelin Man. Shop a collection of Eileen Gray’s pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The design of Cebu furniture by Kenneth Cobonpue frequently features bold, dramatic lines that give the pieces a sculptural quality. Cobonpue favors natural materials and fabrics like rattan, abaca and hardwoods. You'll find a variety of Kenneth Cobonpue furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Marcel Breuer designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe. It was Breuer who came up with the idea for using the material as a base for chairs, tables and other furnishings after he became fascinated by the frame of his bicycle. You'll find a variety of vintage tubular steel furniture on 1stDibs.