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.
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
Reupholstered Danish Easy Chair 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 De Ploeg, Bergen12/08 in full accordance with the original upholstery a...
Wool, Teak
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
$3,300
H 27 in W 31.5 in D 29 in
Classic pair Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chairs Scandinavian Modern Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning matched pair Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, woven wicker seats and backs ..All original and untouched.wonderful original pat...
Wicker, Wood
$5,807 / 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 Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
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
$3,500
H 28.5 in W 28.75 in D 28.25 in
Rare Illum Wikkelso for N Eilersen Woven Lounge Chair Danish Modern
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare ILLUM WIKKELSO for Niels Eilersen woven lounge chair. original paper cord on seat and back
Rope, Wood
Pair of Hans Olsen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden, 1960s. Original green upholstery.
Leather, Suede
1960's Arne Wahl Iversen Easy Chairs by Komfort, Denmark
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
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
$1,157
H 29.14 in W 26.78 in D 29.14 in
Danish Rosewood Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This lounge chair No. 4 or the Capella chair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and manufactured by Niels Erik Eilersen in the early 1960s. It featur...
Leather, Rosewood
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
Illum Wikkelsø 'Ox' Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, 'Ox' lounge chair, sheepskin, wood, Denmark, 1960s An exquisitely designed easy chair upholstered in sheepskin by esteemed Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø, this 'Ox C...
Sheepskin, Wood
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair in Blue Upholstery
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, lounge chair, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1950s Comfortable lounge chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair is characterized by the high backrest t...
Fabric, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Lounge Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, pair of lounge chairs, fabric upholstery, wood, Denmark, 1950s Lovely and comfortable pair of lounge chairs by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair...
Fabric, Wood
$3,472Sale 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
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
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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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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