Aksel Bender Madsen created a number of classic mid century designs in the late 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, often working jointly with his business partner and friend Ejner Larsen (1917–87). Bender Madsen trained as a cabinetmaker before spending four years studying at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, graduating in 1940. It was there that he met his lifelong friend Larsen, with whom he would work throughout his career. They designed over 300 pieces of furniture together until Larsen’s death in 1987, often working with cabinetmaker Willy Beck, who produced their designs over a 25-year period. Larsen and Bender Madsen participated annually in the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild competitions from 1947, and their work was exhibited at the Triennale di Milano and in the Design in Scandinavia exhibition, which traveled across the US. from 1954 to 1957. Larsen and Bender Madsen’s most famous design, namely the Metropolitan Chair, was developed in 1949 and produced from 1950; its name came from New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it was shown and acquired for the Arts of Denmark exhibition in 1960–61. Before he began working with Larsen, Bender Madsen worked for Danish icons Kaare Klint and Arne Jacobsen from 1940 to 1943. While designing furniture, he also worked simultaneously as an architect for the Danish Consumers Cooperative Society (1943–50) and as a teacher and principal at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts (1950–54). Bender Madsen was committed to building the Danish design identity and exporting Scandinavian style. He introduced a clear Danish aesthetic to the Dutch brand Bovenkamp in the 1950s and 1960s, who also worked with Arne Vodder. Bender Madsen designs for Bovenkamp feature many models of easy chairs and armchairs, including the low-backed Edith and the high-backed Karen (circa 1950). Together Bender Madsen and Larsen received many awards, including winning the prestigious Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Annual Prize in 1956 and 1961. Their furniture is housed in museums around the world, including the aforementioned Met Museum and the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk, Denmark.
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Coffee Table Aksel Bender Madsen Ejner Larsen
By Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage coffee table designed by Aksel Bender Madsen (1916-2000) & Ejner Larsen (1917-1987) in Denmark, circa 1960. A fantastic coffee table with a circular plate...
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table 'Fiori' 140, Oak
By Antrei Hartikainen, Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Fiori Table designed by Antrei Hartikainen for Poiat Studio Fiori Collection Available finishes: - Oak - Dark oak - Black oak Model shown in picture : - H. 35 x 140 x 65 cm - Oak ----- Designed by Poiat Studio in collaboration with the master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen, the Fiori Coffee Table Collection epitomises the appreciation of natural materials and the utility of beauty. The collection is an exclusive realisation of craftsmanship and artistry. Available in three sizes, the smaller tables are designed to slot into the bigger ones, enabling the tables to be used in different interiors and spaces. The two larger tables are available with hand-carved wooden flower objects...
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Teak and Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage modern teak coffee table features a stylish two-tier design, a pair of drawers for extra storage and thick glass top. Beautiful Scandinavian Modern table for any modern ...
Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table 'Fiori' 140, Dark Oak
By Antrei Hartikainen, Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Fiori table designed by Antrei Hartikainen for Poiat Fiori Collection Available finishes: - Oak - Dark oak - Black oak Model shown in picture : - H. 35 x 140 x 65 cm - Dark oak ---- Designed by Poiat Studio in collaboration with the master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen, the Fiori Coffee Table Collection epitomises the appreciation of natural materials and the utility of beauty. The collection is an exclusive realisation of craftsmanship and artistry. Available in three sizes, the smaller tables are designed to slot into the bigger ones, enabling the tables to be used in different interiors and spaces. The two larger tables are available with hand-carved wooden flower objects...
Oak
Minimalist Scandinavian Coffee Table in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Coffee table, walnut, Scandinavia, 1980s Minimalistic side table in walnut. This rectangular coffee table shows stunning lines due to the sleek legs of the design. Thanks to the bea...
Walnut
Desk by A. Bender Madsen and Ejner Larsen for Willy Beck Cabinetmaker
By Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Interesting and rare Danish designed desk by A. Bender Madsen and Ejner Larsen and manufactured by Willy Beck. Desk features a 21-inch drop-leaf. Ta...
Rosewood, Teak
$18,289
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 27.56 in
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen. A handcrafted model 2084 writing desk.
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Brønshøj, DK
A rare freestanding Mahogany writing desk. Model 2084. Box-like top that folds out to reveal writing plate covered with original black leather. Under part of this storage compartment...
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Teak Coffee Table with Hairpin Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique Mid-Century Modern coffee table features stylish and sturdy Danish teak construction and is perfect for home or office. Vintage style showcased with sculpted triangular l...
Teak
Early Desk by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Teak and oak desk by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for EJ Næstved SKM 1950s. With deep drawers and more nice details. Rare version.
Oak, Teak
Large Scandinavian Modern Teak Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern teak coffee table with thick banded top and uniquely shaped tapered legs. Please confirm item location (NY or...
Teak
Scandinavian Designer Natural Tainted Wood Coffee Table
Located in Paris, FR
This coffee table is the perfect combination of Scandinavian functionality carefully designed with clean lines and contrasting colors that enhance it´s form. The rythmic dark profile...
Birch
$4,750
H 28 in W 45 in D 45 in
Square Expanding Danish Modern Teak Dining Table by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Madsen
By Naestved Mobelfabrik, Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Teak dining or kitchen table designed by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Madsen. Ingenious design featuring two leaves permanently stored inside the table....
Brass, Steel
Vintage Scandinavian teak coffee table
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Teak coffee table dating from the 1960s. Its clean, harmonious Scandinavian lines and bright color give it a touch of charm and softness. Its unusual base also gives it an airy, tre...
Wood, Teak
Pair of Rosewood Side Tables by Willy Beck, Denmark, 1950s
By Willy Beck, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of rectangular side table in rosewood designed by Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck Cabinet Makers Copenhagen. Made in Denmark i...
Rosewood
Sold
H 16.93 in W 59.06 in D 20.48 in
Coffee Table by Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp, The Netherlands 1950s
By Aksel Bender Madsen, Bovenkamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely coffee table by Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp, The Netherlands 1950s. This coffee table features a ‘boomerang” base made out of solid oak and a floating teak top with curv...
Oak, Teak