Kai Kristiansen Model 54 Kidney Desk in Teak with Bar Cabinet
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Model 54 Kidney desk designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in the 1960s.
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model 54 Danish Modern Desk
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sought after Kai Kristiansen Model 54 desk. Biomorphic shape.
Mirror, Wood
Kai Kristiansen Desk
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Kai Kristiansen model 54 teak writing desk from the 1950s designed with soft curved lines, book shelfs on the backside, an integrated integrated bar cabinet.
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Teak Bullet Desk
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury teak desk designed by Kai Kristiansen, Model 54, crafted of teak, with a bullet shaped top surface, series of three drawers with craved pulls, right side tambour door cabi...
Teak
Danish Vintage Walnut Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely spectacular Danish vintage walnut desk by Kai Kristiansen. This is the model 54 desk, it was made in Denmark in the 1950’s.
Walnut
Danish Vintage Teak Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely spectacular Danish vintage teak desk by Kai Kristiansen. This is the model 54 desk, it was made in Denmark in the 1960’s.
Teak
1950's Vintage Danish Walnut Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely spectacular vintage desk in walnut. This is the model 54 desk designed by Kai Kristiansen, it was made in Denmark in the 1950’s.
Walnut
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H 29.93 in W 53.94 in D 27.96 in
Kai Kristiansen Kidney 54 Walnut Desk for FM Furniture Feldballe 1950s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding Model Kidney 54 desk designed by Kai Kristiansen for FM Furniture / Feldballes Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Model 54 Writing Desk in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
This rare Danish modern Model 54 executive desk was designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Mobelfabrik in the 1960s.
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model 54 Teak Boomerang Desk
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
This rare Danish modern Model 54 executive desk was designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Mobelfabrik in the 1960s.
Teak
Rosewood Model 54 Desk by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very good example of this free standing shaped desk, with the unusual carousel design in the tambour enclosed circular end and is finished all round with bookshelves at the back.
Rosewood
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H 29.53 in W 54.34 in D 27.56 in
Desk Made In Teak Model 54 By Kai Kristiansen For Feldballes Furniture From 1950
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk, known as Model 54, is a brilliant example of mid-20th century Danish design.
Teak
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H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 27.56 in
1950's Fully Restored Teak Executive Writing Desk from Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
The desk is by many attributed to Kai Kristiansen although he himself deny having designed it.
Teak
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H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 27.56 in
1950's Fully Restored Teak Executive Writing Desk from Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
The desk is by many attributed to Kai Kristiansen althoug he himself deny having designed it.
Teak
Early Teak Kidney Desk by Kai Kristiansen, Model No.54
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding kidney / organic desk in teak with home bar and hidden drawer. Model 54.
Brass
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H 29.25 in W 53.75 in D 28 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Desk Model 54 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful and sought after Scandinavian modern desk "Model 54" in brazilian rosewood designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Feldballes Mobelfabrik in Denmark in th...
Rosewood
Teak Office Desk by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Haderslev, DK
Teak office desk model 54 designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballe Møbelfabrik back in the 1960s.
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H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 27.56 in
Early Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Desk with Bar Arrangement Model No.54
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Freestanding kidney / organic desk in teak with home bar and hidden drawer. Model 54.
Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional example of Danish Modern design, this stunning teak desk was designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen. Celebrated for his ability to combine el...
Teak
Freestanding Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in teak wood with 3 drawers on each side, as well as a drawer in the middle of Danish design from around the 1960s. Key included. Dimensions in cm: H:72 W:130 D:70...
Teak
$2,846
H 28.55 in W 58.27 in D 30.12 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
By Vald Mortensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s. High-end freestanding executive teak writing table by Danish master carpenter Valdemar Mortensen from Odense, Denmar...
Teak
$4,995
H 29.25 in W 67 in D 32.25 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak Executive Desk by Goran Strand for Lelangs Mobelfabrik
By Lelangs Mobelfabrik, Göran Strand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional example of Swedish modern design, this Model 15 executive desk was designed by Goran Strand for Lelangs Mobelfabrik in Sweden during the 1960s. Celebrated for its bala...
Teak
Scandinavian Danish desk in teak
By Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish desk from the 60s in the taste of Arne Vodder's work. Structure in solid wood and veneer. This Scandinavian desk features two columns of drawers suspended from the front and b...
Wood
$3,250
H 29.5 in W 55 in D 29.5 in
1960s Danish Modern Teak Partners Desk with Drop-Down Bar & Bookcase Back
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This remarkable Danish Mid-Century Modern executive desk showcases the best of Scandinavian craft and functional elegance. Built from rich, warm teak with vibrant grain, the desk fea...
Teak
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 48.5 in D 24.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Desk by Georg Petersens, 3 Drawers, 1960s
By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern teak desk with three drawers that have teak handles and a rectangular base. The drawers easily slide and are clean. original vintage condition and ready for use. Shows ...
Teak
Desk Made In Teak Designed By Omann Junior From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk in teak, designed by Omann Junior in the 1960s, is a prominent example of Danish furniture design from that time. With its characteristic teak wood design, the desk radiate...
Teak
Desk Made In Teak By Omann Junior From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk in teak, designed by Omann Junior in the 1960s, is a prominent example of Danish furniture design from that time. With its characteristic teak wood design, the desk radiate...
Teak
$6,500
H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 59.06 in
Midcentury Danish Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in teak with cane details on the frame and the handles. Designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Made in Denmark in the 1950s. Nice original condition.
Cane, Teak
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Curved Desk
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Curved Desk This desk measures: 60 wide x 29 deep x 28 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches Good Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wear an...
Teak
Freestanding Teak Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Mid century danish freestanding teak desk. Designed by Kai Kristiansen. Manufactured by FM. Model FM60. With 3 drawers on each side and forward with open shelves.
Teak
$3,500
H 27.5 in W 85 in D 16 in
Bertil Fridhagen, Swedish Modern, Writing Desk or Vanity, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
By Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors
Located in Stamford, CT
Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Writing Desk or Vanity, Teak, Sweden, 1960s A wonderful three piece writing desk or vanity designed by Bertil Fridhagen (Swed...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish teak executive desk designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1960s. This desk has a versatile and functional design where the fine attentio...
Teak
Danish Vintage Teak Desk by Gunnar Nielsen for Tibergaard
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Danish Vintage Teak Desk by Gunnar Nielsen for Tibergaard. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s. It is of superb quality, it has a wonderf...
Teak
$3,478
H 28.75 in W 68.9 in D 37.41 in
1960s Large Fully Restored Arne Vodder Executive Desk in Teak by Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s large fully restored executive desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler. The well designed spacious desk is evidence of Arne Voders sense of design an proportion...
Teak
$2,990
H 29 in W 49.9 in D 25 in
Classic Scandinavian Kidney Shape Desk in Teak attrib Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Danish teak kidney desk, 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding organically shaped writing desk. Kidney shaped table top in teak veneer. Drawer section with three drawe...
Teak
With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his coffee tables, chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.
Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.
Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.
Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.
Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)
While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.
Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.
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