Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg was a passionate innovator and lighting designer credited with the success of the Danish lighting company Fog & Mørup. His sleek ceiling lights, floor lamps and table lamps are characterized by the simple lines and clean aesthetic of Scandinavian modern design.
Hammerborg was born in Randers, Denmark, in 1920. As a young man, he trained as a silversmith before attending the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. In 1949, Hammerborg began working as a silversmith at leading Danish silverware brand Georg Jensen. He worked at Georg Jensen until 1957, when he became the chief designer at Fog & Mørup.
Hammerborg brought both his modernist designs and his good business sense to Fog & Mørup. He helped the company create a strong brand and implemented a stringent manufacturing process to ensure high quality. During his time with Fog & Mørup, Hammerborg designed over 60 lighting fixtures and collaborated with other designers such as Torsten Thorup and Claus Bonderup, Erik Balslev, Sophus Frandsen and more. Vintage Hammerborg lighting is functional and accessible and was intended for easy coordination with modern interior decor.
Among Hammerborg's most famous works are his 1966 Trombone series. Trombone pendants, floor lamps and table lamps feature cylindrical shades in various metallic finishes and are fantastically versatile. The Milieu pendant from 1975 is another notable Hammerborg design. Its hemispherical shape gives the shade a light and airy quality, and Hammerborg's love of parachuting inspired its distinctive appearance.
Hammerborg left Fog & Mørup in 1980. The company subsequently underwent a series of mergers that eventually led to its closure.
Hammerborg’s brilliant lighting creations remain in high demand today. The Hammerborg family has collaborated with Danish furniture brand Warm Nordic — which has reissued iconic mid-century works such as Hans Olsen’s inviting Fried Egg armchair — in order to relaunch the Trombone and Milieu series.
On 1stDibs, find an extensive collection of vintage Jo Hammerborg lighting.
Mid-Century Danish Diskos Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design with an elegant shape. As the name suggest...
Metal
Rare Jo Hammerborg / Fog & Mørup Table Lamp Model Senior
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / teak base fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 60W each double glass shade green and white. Designed by Hammerborg model „Senior“ E7163/1 and produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960...
Brass
$448Sale Price|20% Off
Black Orient Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
The Orient Pendant Lamp was designed in 1963 by Jo Hammerborg for Fog Mørup and relaunched in 2013 by Fritz Hansen in collaboration with the Hammerborg family. Fog & Mørup produced...
Metal
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg, Bent Karlby, RAAK, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very nice and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. There is a cozy light. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammerborg C...
Metal
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
Trombone Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, Denmark 1960's
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rochester, NY
Trombone table / desk lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup - Copenhagen, Denmark - circa 1960's.. Signed w/ hanging paper string tag & label by switch / European el...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Set of Danish Modern Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Modern Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside. * Designer: J...
Copper
Set of 3 Jo Hammerborg Vintage Central Pendants by Fog & Mørup Launched 1967
By Jo Hammerborg, Verner Panton, Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A set of three original vintage "Central" ceiling pendants designed and launched by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in 1967. They are made of metal with grey lacquer. Two of them with ...
Metal
Kastor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1969
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Søborg, DK
The Kastor pendant represents one of Jo Hammerborg's most sculptural achievements for Fog & Mørup. Designed in 1969 during the golden age of Danish lighting design, this pendant ...
Copper
$1,279Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 2 "Trompet" Hanging Light Copper Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Hanging light set of 2. Producer: Fog and Morup, 1960s. Design: Jo Hammerbor, 1963. Model: Trompet Origi...
Metal
Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Lyfa, Artemide, Flos, Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
A very beautiful Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Fog and Morup from the 1960s. The lighting effect is exceptionally beautiful. Impressively beautiful and contemporary design. It creates ...
Metal
$981Sale Price|25% Off
Jo Hammerborg Orange Skala Swing Arm Wall Lamp for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare swing arm wall sconce or table lamp in its original orange color. It is called Skala and was designed in 1969 by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark from ...
Metal
Pair of ‘Kastor’ Copper Wall Lamps by Jo Hammerborg, Denmark 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in GORINCHEM, NL
This set of Kastor wall lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern lighting. Characterized by their sleek lines and minimalist aesthetic,...
Copper
Ultra Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Copper Pendant Light in very fine condition designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Round copper lacqured pendant light * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Mod...
Metal, Copper
Sizeable Pair of 1960s copper pedants by Jo Hammerborg edited by Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in København K, 84
This pair of sizeable copper pendant lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, reflects the architectural clarity of Scandinavian ...
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Danish Space Age Hydra 2 Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant pendant lamp from the danish manufacturer fog & mørup after a design by jo hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design. The lamp body shows a flat cylinder shape. The cyl...
Metal
Orient Major Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The Orient Major pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also ...
Copper
Jo Hammerborg Tunika Copper Pendant Lamp for Fog & Mørup, Danish 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare saturn pendant light called 'Tunika'. Designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1966 and manufactured in Denmark by Fog & Mørup during the late 1960s. I...
Aluminum
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s.
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Stylish and iconic ceiling lamp in satin aluminum. Vintage Danish "Nova" pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog a...
Aluminum
Deadstock President Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Morup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
Presenting the epitome of Danish design from the 1960s, the 'President' lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup is a true gem that exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with m...
Brass
Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Soft Copper Pendants Light designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendants * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Model: Ultra * Manufactu...
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s - Copper-coloured pendant lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup - Based on a design by Jo Hammerborg f...
Metal
Ultra Copper Ceiling Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Ultra ceiling lamp, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian modern lighting design. Crafted from...
Copper
Vintage Danish "Milieu" Copper Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original vintage "Milieu" ceiling pendant designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. It's made of copper on the surface with orange and white lacquer inside. The lamp ...
Metal, Copper
Pendant ‘Milieu’ by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Beerse, VAN
Pendant ‘Milieu’ by Jo Hammerborg for the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup. This is the brass version with a black painted metal difuser. A design from the1960s. The lamp is in good...
Metal, Brass
Orient Major Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The Orient Major pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also ...
Copper
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Kay Korbing, Louis Weisdorf, Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A cozy light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammer...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Scandinavian Midcentury Copper "Kastor" Wall Lights, Denmark 1960
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design couple of copple sconces wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Morup, ignition via original string and manufacturer’s stic...
Copper
Danish Modern Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Roulette Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacquered pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside * Designer: ...
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Danish Flet Leather Floor Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
An elegant floor lamp by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup, based on a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A timeless design with exceptional material quality. The lamp fe...
Metal
Vintage Danish Copper Orient Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg
By Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic original vintage Danish copper and wood Orient pendant lamp by Jo Hammerborg. This was made by Fog and Morup, it is a genuine 1960’s version rather than the newe...
Copper
Mid-Century Danish Poker Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg. A simple design. The curves of the screen are designed soft in large radii. Striking is the p...
Metal
Orient Minor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The orient minor pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also ...
Copper
Saturn Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Saturn pendant, designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup. The model is a structure of two concentric cylindrical copper bands that are held toge...
Metal, Copper
Jo Hammerborg Table Lamp Model Senior Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark 1966
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare table lamp model Senior designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. Satin aluminium, black lacquerd and chrome base, glass lilla lampshade exterior, opal whit...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
1960s Jo Hammerborg Copper & Black Pendant for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, this pendant light pairs two stacked black enameled metal cylinders with a vertically ribbed co...
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Pair of Saturn Pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Two Saturn pendants, designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup. The model is a structure of two concentric cylindrical copper bands that are held...
Metal, Copper
Brass Nova Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A NOVA brass pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic for a beautiful home. * A brass lacqured pendant light, pale orange on the inside * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Bunker Mini Pendant Lamp Johannes Hammerborg
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Bunker “Mini” pendulum from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg. Simple pendant lamp in classic form and in a strong red tone. The hemispherical ...
Metal
$700Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Jo Hammerborg President Table Lamp for Fog & Mørup in Teak and Brass
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Danish Jo Hammerborg president table lamp for Fog & Mørup in brass and teak. Three legged solid brass base with teak feet. Turned stem i...
Brass
Modernist Vintage Zone Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: hanging light Design: Jo Hammerborg Producer: Fog and Mørup Origin: Denmark Age: 1960s This pendant light was designed by Jo Ham...
Metal
1960s Jo Hammerborg Copper Nova Pendant Lamp For Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Copper edition ‘Nova’ lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1963 for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. Finished in polished Copper to the outside with contrasting black and white and orange colours...
Copper
Jo Hammerborg Floor Lamps Model Studio Produced by Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of floor lamps model Studio designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark.
Metal, Copper
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timel...
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg Yellow Sektor Pendant Lamp for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare cylindrical yellow pendant light called 'Sektor'. Designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1975 and manufactured in Denmark by Fog & Mørup during the m...
Steel
Mid-Century Danish Regent Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant table lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A simple and timeless design. The lamp shows a classic division into the ...
Metal
$1,784Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Danish Orient Table Lamps in Copper by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Pair of Orient table lamps in brushed copper. Design by Jo Hammerborg in 1957 for Fog & Morup, Denmark. Jo Hammerborg has been the art director of Fog & Morup for over 20 years. ...
Metal, Copper
Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp Studio by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic scandinavian modern Spot Floorlamp Model Studio has been designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog and Morup in the early 1960s in Denmark. It features a grey lac...
Metal, Aluminum
Midi Bunker Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in Green
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Danish manufacturer Fog and Mørup, the Midi Bunker ceiling pendant is among the rarer configurations in the Bunker lighting series. The fixt...
Metal, Chrome, Enamel
Jo Hammerborg Table Lamp Model President Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark 1966
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare table lamp model President designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. Teak and brass base, brass lampshade. This table lamp features two light sources. Lite...
Brass
Space Age Ceiling Lamp Corona by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large conical pendant lamp made from brushed aluminum set with a matte black shade. It’s called Corona and was designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by in the early 1960s.
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg President Table Lamp in Teak and Brass by Fog & Mørup 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Lejre, DK
President table lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. The lamp is crafted in teak and brass with its distinctive shade and three-legged bas...
Brass
Purple "Ultra" Aluminum Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
The "Ultra" features a complex composition of concentric bands: six smaller white lacquered cylinders merge into a larger, single outer form. This layering ensures the light source i...
Metal, Aluminum
$1,250 / item
1950s Jo Hammerborg Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Jo Hammerborg, Louis Poulsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Black Metal Cylindrical Jo Hammerborg Pendants for Louis Poulsen Executed in black painted cylindrical metal with custom patinated bra...
Metal
Excellent Pair of Jo Hammerborg 'NOVA' Pendant Lights for Fog & Morup.
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Chicago, IL
Brushed brass layered pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup When lit, the lamp provides a soft, glare-free downward light, making it ideal for low hanging, and the shin...
Brass
Pair of 1960s Floor Lamps with new shades by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in København K, 84
This rare pair of Danish Modern floor lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg for the esteemed lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen during the 1960s, epitomizes the sophisticatio...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Mid Century Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup "Pisa" Orange Cased-Glass Pendant
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
An exceptional example of Danish modern lighting, the Pisa pendant features a slender, double-layered glass cylinder. The exterior is a bold, cased orange glass that provides a rich ...
Glass
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Aluminum
Chrome and Red Milieu Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Milieu pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg that –like many of his designs– has a sculptural quality. Fog & Mørup issued this special edition of Mi...
Metal