Fog & Mørup was a legendary Danish lighting manufacturer best known to collectors for the sleek and sculptural ceiling lights, wall lights and floor lamps that the company produced in the postwar years. Its vintage fixtures are ideal for design enthusiasts looking to introduce a splash of Scandinavian modernist ingenuity into a space.
Founders Ansgar Fog and Erik Mørup reportedly met in Aarhus, Denmark, in 1902. They became fast friends and discussed going into business together. An opportunity materialized a couple of years later when they discovered a newspaper advertisement — an Aarhus consignment warehouse had been vacated and its landowner was looking for a business to sign a new lease. The friends took a chance and established a wholesale metalwork business.
In 1906, Fog and Mørup moved the business to Copenhagen and focused on lighting. They purchased an electrical company in 1913 and opened a lighting factory shortly thereafter. The following two decades saw rapid expansion. One of the most notable Fog & Mørup designs from the interwar period was the brass Kongelys table lamp, created by Niels Rasmussen Thykier.
Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg, an alum of leading Danish silverware brand Georg Jensen, joined Fog & Mørup as head of design in the late 1950s, ushering in a period of commercial success and international prominence.
Hammerborg was an innovative designer whose sleek and streamlined aesthetic came to define the company. During his time with Fog & Mørup, Hammerborg designed over 60 lighting fixtures and collaborated with other designers such as Erik Balslev, Sophus Frandsen and more. Fog & Mørup also worked with designers Torsten Thorup and Claus Bonderup, who created the iconic trumpet-shaped Semi pendant light in 1967.
Fog & Mørup sales remained healthy into the 1970s. A merger followed in the ensuing decades and the brand definitively closed in 2005 after being acquired by Nordlux.
Find vintage Fog & Mørup lighting on 1stDibs.
Trombone Lamp by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice clean floor lamp from Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, good clean chrome and no dings on the aluminum shade, in full working condition.
Chrome, Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern Pine wood Wall lamps by Ib Fabiansen, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup, Ib Fabiansen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Scandinavian Modern Pine Wood Wall Lamps designed by Ib Fabiansen for for Fog & Morup in the 1960s. An impressive due for an exquisite place. * A pair (2) of wall lamps made...
Fabric, Pine
Danish Brass and Opaline Sconces by Jørgen Bo for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Brass & Opaline Glass Sconces in very good condition designed by Jørgen Bo for Fog & Mørup in 1968. * Set (2) of brass sconces with white mouth-blown opaline shades * Design...
Brass
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s.
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Stylish and iconic ceiling lamp in satin aluminum. Vintage Danish "Nova" pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog a...
Aluminum
Set of Brass Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A set (2) of classic NOVA brass pendant lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic. * A set (2) brass lacqured pendant lights - oran...
Metal, Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass by Fog & Mørup, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and impressively scaled ceiling lamp, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1940s, exemplifies the refined elegance and artisanal integrity of earl...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Spare Part for Danish Fibonacci Pendant Lamp, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare spare part for the Fibonacci pendant lamp by Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup, based on a design by Sophus Frandsen from the 1960s. This element clamps into the lower opening of...
Metal
Danish Metal Bunker Maxi Ceiling Lamp by Johannes Hammerborg, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Hamburg, DE
Danish Metal Bunker Maxi Ceiling Lamp by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1970s Bunker pendant from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup based on a design by Jo Hammerborg. Simp...
Metal
Danish Modern "Optima" Desk Table Lamp in Brown by Fog & Mørup Adjustable, 1970s
By Louis Poulsen, Hans Due, Lyfa, Fog & Mørup, Alvar Aalto
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mid-century Modern "Optima" table lamp designed by Hans Due for Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup. Made ca 1970s. It comes witt the original matte brown enamel. The shade is...
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Danish Cylinder II Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Cylinder Double Pendant by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 60s. The lamp body consists of two simple cylinders made of aluminium, w...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Scandinavian Midcentury Copper "Kastor" Wall Lights, Denmark 1960
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design couple of copple sconces wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Morup, ignition via original string and manufacturer’s stic...
Copper
Pair of Aluminia Tall Table Lamps by Inge-Lise Koefoed, Danish Ceramic 1960s
By Inge-Lise Koefoed, Fog & Mørup, Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare pair of tall table lamps with decor designed by Inge-Lise Koefoed. The lamps were manufactured by Aluminia and Fog & Mørup, Denmark in the 1960s. The lamps are part of the "T...
Ceramic, Fabric
Chrome and Red Milieu Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Milieu pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg that –like many of his designs– has a sculptural quality. Fog & Mørup issued this special edition of Milieu...
Metal
Royal Copenhagen Table Lamp with Fish Motif by Nils Thorsson with Lampshade
By Fog & Mørup, Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage Danish table lamp designed by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen in cooperation with Fog & Mørup. The lamp features a fish motif around the base. Made circa 1960s or 1970...
Ceramic, Fabric
1960s Brass Fog & Mørup Table Lamp, Made in Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice Fog & Mørup floor lamp, made in Denmark. With E26/27 Edison screw socket. Very nice vintage condition and ready to use with 110 and 250V.
Metal
A Glass Desk Lamp by Lisbeth Brams for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Lisbeth Brams
Located in Værløse, DK
A dark blue glass desk lamp designed by Lisbeth Brams in 1966 for Fog & Mørup. The eye-catching piece is one of three in her trio for Fog & Mørup. We h...
Glass, Blown Glass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and fabric wall light designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.5” H x 9” W x 5.25” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 6” H ...
Brass
Danish Modern Glass Table Lamp by Lisbeth Brams for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Lisbeth Brams
Located in Værløse, DK
Exquisite Light Blue Glass Desk Lamp designed by Lisbeth Brams and made by Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Light blue, transparent glass table lamp...
Glass, Blown Glass
Danish Modern Small Pendant Lamp by Claus Bonderup & Torsten for Fog & Morup
By Fog & Mørup
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful condition on this small pendant lamp designed by Claus Bonderup & Torsten Thorup for Fog & Mørup, like new condition never used comes with canopy for celling new cord beaut...
Metal
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Bent Karlby, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa, RAAK, Fog & Mørup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A comfortable light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo...
Metal
Teak scissor wall lamp by Ib Fabiensen for Fog and Morup
By Ib Fabiansen, Fog & Mørup
Located in Hannover, DE
Teak wall lamp by Ib Fabiensen for Fog and Morup from the 1960s, made in Denmark. Featuring a teak scissor arm, the lamp radiates warmth and natural beauty. The original shade is mad...
Plastic, Teak
Ceiling Light Vega by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in KUTNO, PL
The Vega lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup is a classic example of 1960s Danish modernism, combining elegance of form with functionality of light The Vega lamp fits the aest...
Glass
Floor Lamp ‘Kardinal’ in Brazilian Rosewood, Designed by Jo Hammerborg
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Berlin, BE
Floor lamp ‘Kardinal’ in Brazilian rosewood, designed by Jo Hammerborg. Manufactured by Fog & Mørup. Additional information: Material: Brazilian rosewood and copper Artist: J...
Rosewood
$1,246Sale Price|30% Off
Danish Ceiling Light, Fog & Mørup, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Bochum, NRW
Ceiling Light. Designed and manufactured in Denmark, at Fog & Mørup, 1960s Scandinavian design classic from Fog and Morup. attributed to Jo Hammerborg. Light wear is consistent...
Aluminum, Metal
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lights by Jo Hammerborg, Made in Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Great original condition.
Metal
Mid-Century Copper and Black Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jo Hammerborg designed, Mid-Century, copper and black enameled metal pendant light for Fog &Mørup. In original condition with with black plastic canopy and visible wear consistent wi...
Metal, Copper
Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 27” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 3” H x 4.25” diameter Stem leng...
Brass
Jo Hammerborg Attributed for Fog & Mørup Large Chandelier Denmark Lamp, 1960
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Danish 20" diameter copper and crystal glass chandelier, circa 1960 Jo Hammerborg attributed for Fog & Mørup large chandelier Denmark lamp, 1960. Made from copper and crystal...
Copper
Danish Mid Century Table Desk Lamp in Brass & Glass by Fog & Mørup Denmark 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and decorative Danish mid century desk table lamp in patinated brass with a beautiful frosted yellow white opaline glass shade produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark, 1950s. In ...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.0"H x 11.25"W x 6.25"D Back Plate ...
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Ceiling Pendant Lamp from Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This three-tiered Danish ceiling lamp was manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s in a style reminiscent of Stilnovo. It is made from brushed aluminium and partially ...
Aluminum
Mini Semi Pendant Light by Fog & Mørup, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Torsten Thorup & Claus Bonderup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Berlin, DE
Mini Semi Pendant for Fog & Mørup. Designed by Danish architects Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup, the Semi pendant was introduced in 1967 as a striking counterpoint to the orga...
Aluminum
Danish Corona Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Fog & Mørup, Lyfa, Thorsten Orrling, Jo Hammerborg
Located in München, DE
Very nice Corona pendant lamp by Fog and Morup from the 1960s. The arrangement of the slats and the color design create a very cozy lighting atmosphere. Impressively beautiful and co...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Gray Glass Pisa Pendant by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
One of three sleek Danish midcentury modern warm gray art glass pendant by acclaimed designer Johannes Hammerborg (1920-1982) for Fog & Mørup with Danish Holmegaard. The model is...
Glass, Opaline Glass
Set of Three Midi Semi Pendants by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Torsten Thorup & Claus Bonderup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three Midi Semi Pendants for Fog & Mørup. Designed by Danish architects Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup, the Semi pendant was introduced in 1967 as a striking counterpoi...
Aluminum
Art Deco Water Pump Floor Lamp by Fog & Mørup, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
Art Deco "water pump" floor lamp by Fog & Mørup, Copenhagen. The lamp was manufactured in the 1940s and is made from chromed metal and black lacquered iron. The lamp can be adjus...
Iron
Sizeable Pair of 1960s copper pedants by Jo Hammerborg edited by Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in København K, 84
This pair of sizeable copper pendant lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, reflects the architectural clarity of Scandinavian ...
Metal, Copper
1950s Jo Hammerborg 'Saturn' Brass & Black Pendant for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Jo Hammerborg 'Saturn' brass & black pendant for Fog & Mørup. A Minimalist Danish modern design Classic executed in brass and black enameled metal. Body of lamp measures approx...
Brass, Metal
Set of 3 Jo Hammerborg Vintage Central Pendants by Fog & Mørup Launched 1967
By Jo Hammerborg, Verner Panton, Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A set of three original vintage "Central" ceiling pendants designed and launched by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in 1967. They are made of metal with grey lacquer. Two of them with ...
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pendant by Henning Rehhof, 1971
By Fog & Mørup, Henning Rehhof
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural and versatile iconic classic within Danish mid-century modern design. Red and white lamel pendant called Cocktail designed by Henning Rehhof for renowned Danish lighting m...
Aluminum, Metal
Space Age Ufo Floor Lamp by Fog + Morup
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Fog + Morup Era: 1960s Materials: Steel, plastic Measurements: 20.5? diameter x 51.5? tall Condition: In excellent original c...
Steel
Set of Three Wall Sconces Designed by Jørgen Bo, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three wall sconces in brass with glass shade. Designed by Jørgen Bo and made for Fog & Mørup. Great original condition.
Brass
Jo Hammerborg Pisa Pendant Light, Orange Glass & Teak, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish midcentury modern warm orange yellow glass pendant by acclaimed designer Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup using Holmegaard glass. Thi...
Glass, Opaline Glass, Teak
Danish Jo Hammerborg Pair Bedroom Wall Lights CORDA Brass by Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of vintage bedroom wall lights/wall sconces model Corda designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in 1967. They are made of brass with lacquer on...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Chandelier 5-armed with Handmade Shades by Fog & Mørup Denmark 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco 5-armed chandelier manufactured made by Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen in the 1940s. The frame is made of shiny chromium plated metal with five "fried egg" shades of mouth-blown ...
Chrome
Fog & Mørup Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shades
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare brass chandelier, construction with 3 arms, opaline glass shades fitted each with E27 bulbs. Made by Fog and Mørup in the 1950s in Denmark. Fully restored with new electic.
Brass
Fog & Mørup "Radius" Glass Lamp, Boxed, Designed by Jo Hammerborg
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
The "Radius", was produced by the Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1970s by Fog & Mørup's legendary head of design, Jo Hammerborg. The lamp features a beautifully sha...
Glass
Lamp mod. "SEMI" by Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup for Fog & Morup -
By Torsten Thorup & Claus Bonderup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Firenze, FI
"SEMI" pendant lamp designed by Claus Bonderup and Torsten Thorup for the renowned company Fog & Morup in the years '70. Denmark. This design piece perfectly reflects the Scandinavi...
Metal
Danish Art Deco "Fried Egg" Chandelier by Fog & Mørup, 1930s.
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco "Fried Egg" Chandelier by Fog & Mørup, 1930s. Stunning four armed ceiling lamp by Fog & Mørup. Features the iconic glass shades that resembles a fried egg, hence the...
Metal
$626Sale Price|41% Off
Cocktail Pendant Lamp, Henning Rehhof for Fog & Morup
By Fog & Mørup, Henning Rehhof
Located in Lisboa, PT
This pendant lamp, model Cocktail, was designed by Henning Rehhof in 1970 for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. The lamp has twelve metal strips, six longer ones and six shorter painted red on o...
Metal
Large Art Deco Uplight Bronze Floor Lamp, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1930s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful large uplight floor lamp manufactured in the 1930s by Fog & Mørup, Copenhagen. Made from bronze and metal with an amazing patina. All original parts. On/off switch on the s...
Iron, Bronze
3 Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Table Lamps with Blue Conifer Cone by Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Royal Copenhagen, Kaj Lange
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Three large table lamps with Blue Conifer Cone by Fog & Mørup For Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Company The lamps are sold and priced individually. Discount available if sold as a grou...
Porcelain
Set of Three Danish Tunika Copper Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three 'Tunika' hanging pendant lamps from the "Saturn Series" designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup (ca. early 1960s, Denmark). As the name suggests, the concept of the de...
Metal, Aluminum, Copper
Rare 'Capri' pendant lamp for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960's
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This beautiful and elegant pendant lamp, model 'Capri' was designed and made for Fog & Mørup in Denmark in the 1960's. It has a clear olive green glass exterior shade and a smaller opaline white...
Glass, Opaline Glass
Fog Mørup Jo Hammerborg Danish Design -rare model Dania-
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful lamp by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. This is model Dania- E2403 in silver brushed aluminium with a white lacquered interior. The lamp was designed in 1969...
Aluminum
$621Sale Price|20% Off
Pendant light 'Corona' by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Den Haag, NL
This large conical pendant lamp is made from brushed aluminum with a matte black shade. The model is called Corona, it was designed by Jo Hammerborg, and was manufactured by Fog & Mo...
Aluminum
Vintage Danish Monolit Floor Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish monolit floor lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup 1960s. Danish modern floor light model Monolit designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. The Monilit is the floor version of the President table lamp, also designed by Johannes Hammerborg...
Aluminum
Large Trumpet Pendant In Orange By Claus Bonderup For Fog & Mørup From 1970s
By Fog & Mørup, Claus Bonderup
Located in Lejre, DK
Large trumpet pendant in orange, designed by Claus Bonderup for Fog & Mørup in the 1970s. Dimensions: H:35cm Dia:69.5cm
Aluminum
Sophus Frandsen for Fog & Mørup Fibonacci Pendant Lamp
By Fog & Mørup, Sophus Frandsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Sophus Frandsen for Fog & Mørup. Fibonacci pendant lamp in white lacquered aluminum. Produced by Fog & Mørup. Ø. Ca. 60 cm. Traces of wear, scratches, minor stains, wobble and missin...
Aluminum
Pendant ‘Milieu’ by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Beerse, VAN
Pendant ‘Milieu’ by Jo Hammerborg for the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup. This is the brass version with a black painted metal difuser. A design from the1960s. The lamp is in good...
Metal, Brass