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.
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
Reupholstered Grey 3-Seat Sofa by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen sofa made by CFC Silkeborg in a sleek contrasting new upholstery. This sofa has been professionally reupholstered with Kvadrat Basel in full accordance with th...
Fabric, Teak
Teak Sofa "Venus" by Illum Wikkelsø for C F Christensen Silkeborg, 1972
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sofa 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 organize fast shipping...
Fabric, Teak
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
Reupholstered Midcentury Velvet Orange 3-Seat Sofa from CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Very elegantly lined curved vintage design sofa that has taken in some of the design signatures of Finn Juhl and Kurt Olsen. Although no make mark...
Teak, Velvet
Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Danish Plexus Easy Chairs in Mahogany by CFC Silkeborg
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
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
Reupholstered grey Danish Sofa by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen sofa for CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery. This sofa is reupholstered with De Ploeg, Bergen12/08 in full accordance with the original upholstery as designed by Andersen. This sofa has a spacious yet straight seat ergonomic suited to accommodate conversation and activity such as reading and work. With the catchy mid-century modern teak armrests this eyecatcher completes your living! The fabric of de Ploeg, Bergen 12/08, is a 25% polyamide and 75% wool fabric with a wear fastness of 50000 martindale. The teak armrests and legs contain very light traces of use corresponding to the age of this cool sofa...
Wool, Teak
Reupholstered Midcentury Danish Grey 3-Seat Sofa from CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Stylish big sofa by CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery in full accordance with the original upholstery. This sofa has a spacious yet straight seat. Ergonomic very wel suited to...
Fabric, Teak
Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with black horsehair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
Leather, Mahogany
$5,446
H 28.35 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Danish 3-seater Sofa ML-140 by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s.
By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Danish 3-seater Sofa ML-140 by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s. Beautiful and elegant three seater sofa designed by renowned Danish architect Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Da...
Oak
$7,696 / set
H 24.81 in W 25.6 in D 24.41 in
Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, 1962
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen, Finn Juhl
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful rare pair of lounge chairs, designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Holger Christiansen in the 1960ies. Both chairs are in very good original condition with just ...
Leather, Wood
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including the two ottomans). Original upholstery. 2 Ottomans:...
Velvet
$4,617
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B
By B&B Italia, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Project from 1960s The sofa can come as a living room set together with its pair ...
Velvet, Wood
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding three-seat sofa. Sides, seat and back upholstered with savak. Model 5011. Original condition. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen. Reverse with paper lab...
Mahogany, Wool
$4,200
H 315 in W 27 in D 30 in
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair In Teak and Oak for Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and rare easy chair in oak and teak for Soren Willladsen from the 1950's. Curved armrests in teak sweeping around the sides and back of the chair. Legs and frame made from so...
Wool, Teak
$7,696
H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair Model 451 by Aarhus Polstrermøbelfabrik in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model 451 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Aarhus Polstrermøbelfabrik in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
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
1960s Reupholstered Dusty Pink Velvet 'Palazzo Torta' Sofa
Located in Florence, Tuscany
I love a 'Palazzo Torta' sofa. These wonderful round sofas are mainly found in large palazzi or in old hotels in Italy. This one was found in Naples - it was made in the 1970s and we...
Canvas, Cotton, Silk, Velvet
$8,288
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
Velvet, Birch
$16,800
H 26.38 in W 83.86 in D 33.86 in
Rosewood Three-Seat Millor Sofa, Sergio Rodrigues Modern Design, Brazil, 1960s
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Original condition.
Metal
Sold
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
Illum Wikkelso Genius sofa CFC Silkeborg, Denmark, 1960
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Superb shaped “Genius” two-seat sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by CFC Silkeborg, Denmark 1960. This elegant sofa has a beautiful open character. The cylindrical sol...
Leather, Rosewood
Silkeborg 3 Seater Sofa by Johannes Andersen
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
3 seater in excellent condition from CFC Silkeborg. The attractive wooden frame with a very beautiful grain and a honey-colored shade shows hardly any signs of wear. Also the covers,...
Fabric, Teak
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 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
Sold
H 24.8 in W 74 in D 27.56 in
Danish Modern 3-Seater Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern three seater sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for CFK Silkeborg. Model Plexus in oak, cane and leather. 1960s. A timeless, very elegant and light design.
Leather, Cane, Oak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 70.48 in L 29.53 in
Ocher Yellow Reupholstered Sofa by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen 2.5-seat sofa for CFC Silkeborg sofa in stunning new upholstery. The sofa has a super soft look with solid teak paws and legs. Springed seating is taken from t...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 78.35 in D 30.32 in
Reupholstered Midcentury Danish Blue 3-Seat Sofa from CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Stylish big 3-seat sofa by CFC Silkeborg in stunning new dark blue upholstery in full accordance with the original upholstery. This sofa has a spacious yet straight seat. Ergonomic v...
Fabric, Teak
Edgy Danish Reupholstered Green Sofa from CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy sofa by CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery in full accordance with the original upholstery. This sofa has a spacious yet straight seat ergonomic, not suitable to potato aw...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 73.23 in D 29.14 in
Danish Reupholstered Blue Design Sofa, Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen sofa for CFC Silkeborg sofa in stunning new upholstery. This sofa is reupholstered with Kvadrat Coda 2 no. 762. This fabric is designed by Norway Says, the fab...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 76.38 in D 31.11 in
Reupholstered Grey Danish Design Sofa, Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg sofa in stunning new upholstery. Check out the funky legs! Reupholstered in Ploegwool, (No. 87 and No. 83) a 100% pure wool with abrasion res...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 81.89 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Yellow Velvet by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian Modern design and Mid-Century Modern 3-seat sofa designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured for CFC Sillkeborg in the 1960s, Denmark. An elegant and refine sofa is ...
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 31.89 in W 68.51 in D 29.14 in
Danish Reupholstered Sofa by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg sofa in stunning new upholstery. Reupholstered in Ploegwool, a 100% pure wool with abrasion resistance >90.000 Martindale. In full accordance...
Wool, Teak