CFC Silkeborg, also known as C. F. Christensen Silkeborg, exemplifies the refreshingly simple beauty of mid-century modern Danish design. Established in the early 1950s in Silkeborg, Denmark, the furniture manufacturer was known for its clean-lined, functional and refined hardwood furniture. In partnership with talented Danish designers, CFC Silkeborg created many exquisite coffee tables, lounge chairs, credenzas and other types of furniture for the 20th-century home.
One of the most prominent and prolific CFC Silkeborg collaborations was with acclaimed designer Johannes Andersen, who worked with the company in the 1950s and 1960s. Anderson’s elevated Scandinavian modern designs were practical and compact yet characterized by organic curves and graceful lines. Some of Anderson’s most popular creations for CFC Silkeborg include his nesting tables and the playful Smile coffee table, which features a center pocket shelf that looks like an upturned mouth.
In the 1960s, CFC Silkeborg worked with designer Henning Korch. Korch captured Danish design sensibilities with his thoughtfully built furniture, which had a distinctive flair from details like beveled edges and brass drawer handles. For CFC Silkeborg, Korch designed furniture such as cocktail tables, bar carts, bar cabinets and dressers.
CFC Silkeborg also had a long collaborative relationship with Danish furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø. Wikkelsø was inspired by the straight lines of modern style and the curves of the Danish landscape. From the 1950s to the 1980s, he created many tables, armchairs and sofas for CFC Silkeborg. Comfortable and inviting elegance characterizes this upholstered leather seating.
Vintage CFC Silkeborg furniture by Andersen, Korch and Wikkelsø continues to be sought after due to its exceptional build quality and timeless appeal.
On 1stDibs, find CFC Silkeborg tables, seating, case pieces and more.
1960s Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus Easy Chairs in Mahogany and White Fabric
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Knebel, DK
The plexus armchair series was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in the 1960s and produced by CFC Silkeborg in Denmark. The armchairs are in good condition and features a frame in Mahoga...
Mahogany
1970s, Danish design by Illum Wikkelsø, armchair model "Plexus", teak wood.
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Illum Wikkelsø. Armchair model "Plexus". Laqered teak wood, flowers furniture fabric, furniture mesh. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and s...
Fabric, Rattan, Teak
Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus Easy Chairs in Mahogany by CFC Silkeborg
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus easy chairs in mahogany The plexus armchair series was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in the 1960s and manufactored in the 1960 - 1970´s by CFC S...
Mahogany
Pair of “Plexus” Oak and Cane Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark circa 1970s
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø believed that furniture should be built to last, to indulge the body and to please the eye. He belonged to a group of designers who represent...
Fabric, Cane, Oak
Pair of Vintage Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare pair of vintage Danish armchairs by Illum Wikkelso. This model is called the ‘Genius’ lounge chair, they were designed for and made by CFC Silkeborg in the 19...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Vintage Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare pair of vintage Danish armchairs by Illum Wikkelso. This model is called the ‘Plexus’ armchair, it was designed for and made by CFC Silkeborg in the 1960’s. ...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Vintage Danish Leather and Cane Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare pair of vintage Danish cane and leather armchairs by Illum Wikkelso. This model is called the ‘Plexus’ armchair, it was designed and made by CFC Silkeborg in ...
Leather, Cane, Wood
Reupholstered Yellow Armchair by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen armchair for CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery. This chair is reupholstered with Kvadrat, Coda 2 in full accordance with the original upholstery as desi...
Teak, Wool
Illum Wikkelso Leather Sofa in Rosewood and Woven Rattan Cane
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare bench by Danish designer Illum Wikkelso Rosewood and wicker structure, fawn leather cushion with a beautiful patina.
Leather, Palisander
Australia Model 50-4 Danish four seat sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø
By Søren Willadsen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Australia Model 50-4 is an iconic mid-century Danish four seater sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for manufacturer Søren Willadsen in the 1960s. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Conditio...
Wool, Foam, Rubber, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa in Brown Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, two-seat sofa, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1960s A design by Illum Wikkelsø featuring modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear construction of...
Leather, Wood
$8,788 / set
H 31.5 in W 37.8 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for C F Christensen Silkeborg, 1972
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of Lounge Chairs, designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Silkeborg, 1972. Solid teak wood with a curved frame. Danish design from the 1970s with high-quality craftsmanship. We can orga...
Fabric, Teak
$5,347 / set
H 32 in W 29 in D 29 in
Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg MCM Danish Rosewood Genius Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg Mid Century Danish Rosewood Genius Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 29 wide x 29 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm he...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø Danish Modern Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Illum Wikkelsø three seater sofa with sculpted Teak legs. Upholstered with green wool. Manufactured by Mikael Laursen
Wool, Teak
$2,871 / set
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 25.6 in
Set Of 2 Armchairs Model Capella Made In Teak By Illum Wikkelsø For N. Eilersen
By Eilersen 1, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of two Capella armchairs in teak, designed by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen in the 1960s. Beautiful armchair. If other upholstery is desired, we have the option to reupholster a...
Fabric, Teak
$2,800 / set
H 28.5 in W 29 in D 26 in
Illum Wikkelso Danish Pair of Plexus Chairs & Ottoman Teak & Original Upholstery
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This vintage Danish set is constructed of teak and retains the original striped wool upholstery. The visual lightness of this Nordic styling is complemented by an unparalleled comfor...
Upholstery, Teak
Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Vintage sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s. The sofa has a teak frame and the cushions have a cream beige fabric. The sofa is in great condition. Dime...
Teak
Pair of High Back "Capella" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of rosewood "Capella" series lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen. The unique armrest inlay is a highlight of the design. Original fabric cushions attac...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,995 / set
H 29 in W 51 in D 27.5 in
Soborg Rosewood & Cane Plexus Modular Two Seat Sofa / Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Deland, FL
This set of easy chairs by Illum Wikkelsoø is part of the mid century design collection. The chairs most distinctive feature are the rosewood arms that curve slightly outwards as doe...
Rosewood
$8,202 / set
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
Scandinavian Easy Chair and Ottoman Model 272 Designed by Illum Wikkelsø
By A. Mikael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare easy chair and ottoman model 272 in rosewood and leather designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Beautifully designed chair in rosewood and black saddle leather. The solid rosewood leg...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 30.32 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Illum Wikkelsø Set of Two Lounge Chairs in Solid Rosewood and Black Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of two easy chairs, in rosewood and leather, by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg, Denmark, 1960s. A pair of elegant lounge chairs in solid rosewood and black leather upholstery...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 28.75 in
Reupholstered Danish Easy Chair by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen armchair for CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery. This chair is reupholstered with De Ploeg, Bergen12/08 in full accordance with the original upholstery a...
Wool, Teak
Vintage Danish Teak and Leather Armchair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare vintage Danish teak and leather armchair by Illum Wikkelso. This model is called the ‘Plexus’ armchair, it was made by CFC Silkeborg and was made in the 1960’...
Leather, Cane, Teak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Leather and Cane Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare pair of vintage Danish leather and cane armchairs by Illum Wikkelso. This model is called the ‘Plexus’ armchair, it was designed and made by CFC Silkeborg in ...
Leather, Cane, Wood
Danish Vintage Armchair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely rare Danish vintage armchair by Illum Wikkelso. This was designed by Illum Wikkelso for Silkeborg Mobler, it dates from around the 1960’s. The quality is ab...
Bouclé, Wood
Silkeborg Genius teak armchair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
A Genius teak armchair in excellent condition from CFC Silkeborg. The attractive wooden frame with a very beautiful grain and a honey-colored color shows hardly any signs of wear. Th...
Teak
1960's Pair of Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely rare pair of vintage Danish armchairs. They were designed by Illum Wikkelso for Silkeborg Mobler, they date from around the 1960’s. The quality is absolutel...
Bouclé, Wood
Silkeborg Teak Chair Set of 2 by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of 2 exceptionally attractively shaped teak chairs from Silkeborg is in excellent condition. The massive, but nevertheless light-looking, wooden frame with a very beautiful ...
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Genius Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Silkeborg, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of 'Geniues' easy chairs or armchaairs designed by Illum Wikkelso for Silkeborg Stained beechwood frames with light grey alcantara cushions. Beautifully crafted frames. ...
Beech
Sold
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
Set of Six Dining Room Chairs in Rosewood, Model BA113, by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six dining room chairs in rosewood and newly upholstered with black elegance leather, designed by Johannes Andersen, model BA113, Manufactored by Brdr. Andersens møbelfabrik A...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 29.14 in D 25.6 in
Illum Wikkelsø Plexus Chair of Oak with New Black Leather Upholstery, Denmark
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Modern Plexus lounge chair by the Danish furniture designer Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999), manufactured by C.F. Christensen, Silkeborg, Denmark. The chair is made of so...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 29.93 in D 27.96 in
1960s Pair of Illum Wikkelsø Genius Leather Palisander Armchairs with Stools, De
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Praha, CZ
- Produced by CFC Silkeborg - Original leather pillows - Very good original condition with minor signs of use - Dimensions stools: 41 x 61 x 55 cm.
Leather, Palisander