Danish designer Aksel Kjersgaard founded his eponymous furniture manufacturing company in 1952. Revered by mid-century furniture lovers for its straightforward approach to design of its classic mirrors, which are frequently framed in teak or rosewood — or the graceful, angular forms of its vintage case pieces and storage cabinets — Aksel Kjersgaard is eminently collectible today. It is among the manufacturers that popularized Scandinavian modernism on an international scale, and the popularity of the brand endures.
A master cabinetmaker, Kjersgaard had spent three years traveling through Europe and Morocco toiling in other workshops before he opened his own factory. When he returned to Odder, in his native country, he was eager to start creating his own furniture, and his sleek, minimalist dressers, sideboards, cabinets and wall mirrors debuted in 1955.
The factory quickly gained a sterling reputation for its focus on craftsmanship and Kjersgaard’s reluctance to embellish his handmade pieces with ornament or unnecessary decorative flourishes. Kjersgaard attracted many talents of the Scandinavian modernist movement (and continues to do so today).
Known for his Chair #42, which he created with Schou Andersen, designer Kai Kristiansen worked with the company through the 1950s and 1960s, and his side tables and chests became a hallmark of the brand. During the 1970s, architects and former Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers Søren Nissen and Ebbe Gehl brought their expertise to the manufacturer, introducing a Shaker-influenced line that represented the start of what is now the very popular Naver collection, which is offered by way of a collaboration between Gramrode Møbelfabrik and Aksel Kjersgaard A/S.
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Kai Kristiansen Vintage Rosewood & Mohair Upholstered Bench c1950s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
A classic upholstered bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s as part of his popular Entre range produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. The frame is m...
Mohair, Rosewood
Side table / Bench in Oak by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder furniture in 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder Furniture
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table made of oak, by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder in the 1960s. The table is made of solid oak with a simple and functional design, which is characteristic of Danish furniture de...
Oak
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, England
Stunning, exotic grained rosewood bench with matching, loose standing two-drawer unit which can be positioned anywhere along the bench surface. This piece was designed by Danish desi...
Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, England
Stunning, exotic grained rosewood bench with matching, loose standing two-drawer unit which can be positioned anywhere along the bench surface. This piece was designed by Danish desi...
Rosewood
$12,377 / set
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik with custom upholstery. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegan...
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s. Mid-Century Brutalist bench in oak with original wool fabric. Made in Denmark in the 1960s in Henning Kjærnulf style....
Wool, Oak
$5,400 / set
H 17.25 in W 33.375 in D 17 in
Rosewood Nesting Tables Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Mobelfabrik Denmark, 1960
By Kai Kristiansen, Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik
Located in Camden, ME
Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Mobelfabrik design rare set of 3 rosewood nesting tables produced in Denmark, 1960. The beautifully grained Brazilian rose...
Rosewood
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This coffee table is an impressive piece of furniture art that exudes both elegance and functionality. Made of rosewood and designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Møb...
Rosewood
1960s Organic Bench
Located in New York, NY
1960s organic bench. Solid walnut bench with dovetails. Can also be used as a coffee table.
Walnut
Vintage Boho Ticking Stripe Upholstered Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of timeless charm to your home with this elegant upholstered bench. Featuring a classic silhouette with graceful, low-slung arms, this piece is beautifully tailored...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$4,500
H 3.94 in W 35.04 in D 13.78 in
Danish Midcentury Wall-Mounted Console shelf in Teak by Kai Kristiansen
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish Mid-Century Wall-Mounted Console / Shelf with Drawers in Teak by Kai Kristiansen Elegant and highly functional wall-mounted console or shelf designed by Kai Kristiansen, craf...
Teak
Vintage Style Southwestern Upholstered Boho X Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-style Upholstered Boho X Bench featuring a comfortable padded seat upholstered in eye-catching Navajo-inspired patterned fabric, paired with a classic X-base design. Rich tex...
Wood
$3,000
H 21 in W 30 in D 14 in
Brazilian Modern Side table with Bench & Storage in Hardwood, Unknown, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
This side table with integrated bench and storage reflects the adaptable, multifunctional approach typical of mid-century Brazilian design. Originally produced as a telephone table, ...
Hardwood
$5,200
H 26.88 in W 46.38 in D 17 in
Vintage Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Teak Vanity for Aksel Kjersgaard
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern vanity dressing table in teak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Denmark. Features sleek circular recessed pulls that open three dovetail storage dr...
Steel
$3,720Sale Price|20% Off
H 44.5 in W 46.25 in D 16.88 in
Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Rosewood Vanity for Aksel Kjersgaard
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New Windsor, NY
Kai Kristiansen designed rosewood vanity/dressing table by Ansel Kjersgaard featuring a finely figured rosewood veneers, removable tri-fold mirror, beveled edge legs, three drawers w...
Brass
$2,003
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 18.51 in
Bench by Jacob Kielland Brandt for Christiansen Denmark, 1960s
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
This pine bench by Jacob Kielland Brandt reflects the clarity and structural honesty of mid-century Danish design. Created in the 1960s and produced by I. Christiansen, the piece bal...
Wood, Pine
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H 21.07 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Basildon, London
Danish designer Aksel Kjersgaard founded his eponymous furniture manufacturing company in 1952. Revered by mid-century furniture lovers for its straightforward approach to design of ...
Teak
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H 15.36 in W 34.26 in D 13.39 in
Danish Modern Red Hallway Set Bench, Drawers & Mirror, Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Danish Modern hallway set consisting of a bench, a mirror and a small chest of drawers all designed by Kai Kristiansen in the 1960s.. This example is made of red stained oak and...
Oak
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Mohair Ottomans 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood Ottomans, c1950s. Elegant rosewood frame ottomans produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark c1950s. The seats have been reupholstered in a blush pink Pierre Frey...
Rosewood, Mohair, Velvet
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H 15.75 in W 47 in D 13.5 in
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Denmark 1960s Bench with Mirror
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Denmark 1960s. Bench, drawer cubby and mirror. 3 separate pieces. Cubby sits on top (not attached). Bench: 47w 13.5d 15.75h (Mirror 41.5H 16.5W).
Mirror, Wood
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H 15.56 in W 46.46 in D 13.39 in
Danish Modern Teak Bench, Mirror and Drawers by Kai Kristiansen 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern teak bench, mirror and drawers by Kai Kristiansen 1960s. This Scandinavian mid-century modern hallway set was designed by Danish arc...
Teak
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H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Aksel Kjersgaard, Mid Century Console Table / Bench in Solid Pine, 1970s
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning console table in solid pine, made by Aksel Kjersgaard in 1970s, Denmark. Stamped underneath. A beautiful brutalist object for the modern interor. A multifunctional furniture...
Pine
Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard Bench & Drawers
By Odder Furniture, Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, GB
Superb bench and box set by Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder furniture manufacturers and designed by Kai Kristiansen circa 1960, Denmark. This model 36 bench with b...
Hardwood, Pine
Kai Kristiansen Aksel Kjersgaard Oak Bench
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, GB
An Oak bench or table designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersagaard, Denmark circa 1960. A truly classic piece of Scandinavian design. The legs will be unbolted for safer over...
Oak
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H 17.72 in W 35.44 in D 13.78 in
Vintage Pine Wood Sidetable and or Bench by Aksel Kjersgaard Odder Denmark
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage pine wood sidetable and or bench by Aksel Kjersgaard Odder Denmark. Beautiful minimal solid pine side table or bench from the 1970s. The Pinewood as it is called is coming ...
Pine
Danish Modern Oak Hallway Set by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern oak hallway set by Kai Kristiansen 1960s. This Danish mid-century modern hallway set was designed by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Aks...
Oak
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H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
Mid Century Danish Console Table with Drawers in Pine, by Aksel Kjersgaard, 1970
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder Furniture
Located in Odense, DK
Danish brutalist console table with three drawers in solid pine, made by Aksel Kjersgaard in 1970s. Stamped. It can also be used as a bench. A great object for the modern inte...
Pine
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H 23.63 in W 34.26 in L 23.63 in
1960s Kai Kristiansen Bench Bedside Table and Chest of Drawers, Aksel Kjersgaard
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian famous set of bench console or bedside table and chest of drawers set in dark wood designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aks...
Wood