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.
Reupholstered Yellow Armchair by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
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
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
$5,786 / set
H 33.86 in W 22.25 in D 21.66 in
Danish Rosewood Armchairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbler, 1960s. Set of 6
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Rosewood Armchairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbler, 1960s. Set of 6. Elegant and beautiful Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern armchairs designed by Johannes Andersen for U...
Rosewood
1960's Arne Wahl Iversen Easy Chairs by Komfort, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of easy chairs model no. 30 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, manufactured by Komfort, Denmark, 1960. These comfortable chairs have solid teak wooden frames and white upholstered c...
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Mustard Yellow Dante Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
Velvet, Beech
$1,446
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Danish Modern Teak Armchair Model BA113 by Johannes Andersen, 1960s
By Brdr. Andersen, Johannes Andersen
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Beautiful Danish modern teak armchair, Model BA113, designed by architect Johannes Andersen and produced by Brdr. Andersens Møbelfabrik, Vejen, in the 1960s. Featuring a sculptural d...
Leather, Teak
Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...
Velvet, Beech
$2,350 / set
H 29.53 in W 27.17 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Danish Lounge Chairs by Aage Pedersen for GETAMA 1960s, Set of 2
By GETAMA
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish lounge chairs GE-88 by Aage Pedersen for GETAMA 1960s, set of 2 Pair of Danish modern lounge chairs model GE88 designed by the owner of t...
Teak
$3,013 / item
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
Velvet, Beech
$3,459Sale Price|30% Off
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 28.75 in
''Capri'' Swivel Armchair by Johannes Andersen, 1960
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Göteborg, SE
Fantastic armchair "Capri" by Johannes Andersen that we renovated to top condition! The armchair has new padding and reupholstered with a very durable and exclusive bouclé fabric "Or...
Bouclé
Johannes Andersen Capri Longue Chair 1950s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Čelinac, BA
Johannes Andersen Capri Longue Chair 1950s in original condition
Fabric
Jean Gillon "Rodeio" Easy Chair, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in the 1960s by Wood Art Brazil. Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was born in Lasi, Romania. In 1956, already possessing a consistent portfolio, he moved to São Paulo, where he dev...
Leather
Easy chair by Juul Kristensen for JK Denmark, Denmark 1960s
By Juul Kristensen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish vintage easy chair designed by Juul Kristensen for JK Denmark 1960s. The frame of the armchair is in solid teak and the cushions are in beige wool. Very good condition and mar...
Wool, Teak
Vintage Danish Lounge Chair by Aage Pedersen for Getama, 1960s
By GETAMA
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish lounge chair GE-88 by Aage Pedersen for GETAMA Denmark 1960s. Danish modern lounge chair model GE88 designed by the owner of the GETAMA f...
Teak
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H 24.81 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg The plexus chair series consisting of a lounge chair, sofa, coffee table and sidetable was designed b...
Rosewood
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H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Johannes Andersen lounge chair in teak CFC Silkeborg Denmark 1960
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped and rare lounge chair designed by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, Denmark 1960. This striking sculptural lounge chair features a solid teak wood frame and it is...
Fabric, Teak
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H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Johannes Andersen pair of lounge chairs CFC Silkeborg Denmark 1960
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped and rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, Denmark 1960. These striking sculptural lounge chairs feature a solid teak wood frame...
Bouclé, Teak
Illum Wikkelso Genius lounge chairs CFC Silkeborg Denmark, 1960
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Superb shaped pair of “Genius” lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by CFC Silkeborg, Denmark 1960. These elegant chairs have a beautiful open character. The cylindrical solid rosewood legs run smoothly over into the back and armrests. The cross-connections create a nice ladder. Slightly curved make the back and arms not only an interesting addition to the design, they also make these chairs very comfortable. The soft cushions are upholstered in cognac leather. The leather is in great condition. Minor traces of age and use are visible and create a very nice patina. The chairs are marked with a Silkeborg metal tag underneath the seat. Stunning and very interesting pair of lounge chairs...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 28.35 in W 28.75 in D 25.6 in
Plexus Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg 1970s, Set of 2
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Asaa, DK
Plexus Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg 1970s, Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-century modern lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg, Denmark. Elegan...
Cane, Beech
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H 24.81 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in
1960s Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chair in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Knebel, DK
The plexus chair series consisting of a lounge chair, sofa, coffee table and sidetable was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in the 1960s and producend by CFC S...
Rosewood
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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
Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather, Lounge Chair
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
The wonderfully sculptural ‘Genius’ Lounge chair designed by Illum Wikkelso. Solid rosewood frame with original tan leather upholstery. Incredible craftsmanship. Reupholstery is avai...
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood and Leather ‘Genius’ Chair
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
Classic ‘Genius’ lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg. Produced by CFC in Denmark, circa 1950s. Solid rosewood caged frame with tan leather cushions. Fine quality crafts...
Leather, Rosewood
Plywood Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Dronten, NL
Unusual pair of lounge chairs with matching ottoman in black dyed plywood designed by Illum Wikkelso for CFC Silkeborg. Striking combo with white fabric in very nice vintage conditio...
Fabric, Plywood
Danish Lounge Set Plexus by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC, 1980s
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish lounge set plexus by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC, 1980s. Nordic light style. Set of two elegant and light lounge chairs in beech with matching side tab...
Beech
CFC Silkeborg Danish Lounge Set by Johannes Andersen
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original Danish set, designed by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, is in mint condition from the 1960s. Chairs are made in teak wood with rattan seat backs. Fitted with soft ...
Leather, Rattan, Teak