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.
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Johannes Andersen, Teak, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs with matching hocker. Design by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg. Striking Danish design from the 1960s. Solid teak f...
Leather, Teak
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
$4,200 / set
H 30.75 in W 24 in D 23.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs by Kroehler, 1960s
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Kroehler was one of the largest furniture manufacturers in America during the mid-20th century, producing designs that combined quality craftsmanship with the clean modern aesthetic ...
Fabric, Walnut
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
$3,803 / set
H 24.41 in W 30.12 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Teak Lounge Chairs in Wool Bouclé, 1960s
Located in Rødding, DK
A pair of Danish teak lounge chairs, 1960s. Solid teak frames with a clean, open construction that reads well from every angle — the joinery is precise and the proportions are well-r...
Fabric, Teak
$3,954 / set
H 27.76 in W 27.96 in D 30.32 in
Set of 2 Easy Chairs by Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum, 1960s
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser, Dick van der Net
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a beautiful set of 2 size 38/size 08 Martin Visser easy chairs for 't Spectrum in collaboration with designer Dick van der Net. This model has been produced by 't Spectrum fr...
Metal
$2,907 / 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
$8,250
H 31.5 in W 39.77 in D 40.75 in
Illum Wikkelsø for Ryesberg Møbler 'Apollo' Lounge Chair in Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, Ryesberg Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø for Ryesberg Møbler, lounge chair model 'Apollo', leather, lacquered wood, Denmark, 1970s This distinctive lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø is of high-quality both in t...
Leather, Wood
"Capri" Swivel Lounge by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE An original "Capri" swivel lounge chair designed in 1958 by Johannes Andersen for Trensum of Sweden. This chair produced in 1960. Amazingly comfortable. Original re...
Wool
$3,198 / set
H 29.93 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Danish mid-century modern 1960s teak Lounge chairs by Grete Jalk
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of lounge chairs by one of the few Danish female mid-century furniture in the refined teak woodwork. A beautiful pair of chairs with organic shapes and clean lines giving them a ...
Teak
$8,723 / 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 Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
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
''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
$2,750 / set
H 25.5 in W 32.5 in D 34 in
Illum Wikkelsø Model 380 Stained Oak & Leather Lounge Chairs, Pair
By A. Mikael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Model 380 lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced in Denmark. Frames are stained oak with rounded cylindrical legs and posts, connected by flat horizontal rails in...
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø 'Genius' Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø by CFC Silkeborg, 'Genius' chair, leather and rosewood, Denmark, 1950s. This chair is made out of solid rosewood and features a cognac leather cushion on both seat ...
Leather, Wood
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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
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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
Sold
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Johannes Andersen lounge chair in teak CFC Silkeborg Denmark 1960
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
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 CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
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
Sold
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 CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
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
Sold
H 24.81 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in
1960s Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chair in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
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
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 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