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.
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Danish Tulip Brass & Opaline Glass Wall Lamp from Fog & Mørup, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Early Wall Light called 'Tulip' made in-house at Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1940. Distinct art deco styling and execution. Composed of patinated brass and mounted with a opali...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.5"...
Brass
Set of Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Elegant Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * A set (2) of wall lamps with white mouth-blown opaline glass shades. * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Opaline Glass
Scandinavian Modern Pine wood Wall lamps by Ib Fabiansen, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog and Morup, Ib Fabiansen, Fog & Mørup
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
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0"H x 5.5"W x 7.5"D Back Plate Dimensions (In...
Brass
Teak and Natural Ropes Sconce by Ib Fabiansen for Fog & Mørup, 1960s, Denmark
By Ib Fabiansen, Fog & Mørup
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak and Natural Ropes Sconce by Ib Fabiansen for Fog & Mørup, 1960s, Denmark Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 st...
Rope, Teak
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.5” H x 8.75” W x 5.25 “D Back Plate Dimensio...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and cream-white string fabric wall light designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.0"H x 8.0"W x 5.0"D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed brass and fabric wall light designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 9.5” W x 5” D Backplate Dimensions (inches): 3...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8” H x 10.75” W x 6.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
Brass
$1,210Sale Price / set|20% Off
Minimalist Sonet Wall Lamps by Hans Peter Jeppesen for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Multi-adjustable wall lights called 'Sonet'. Designed by Hans Peter Jeppesen and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s. This design has won international ...
Aluminum, Steel
$300Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Danish Brass Wall Lamp
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Søborg, DK
A Danish midcentury brass wall lamp by Fog And Morup. Lovely patina to the brass. An original lampshade that has been refurbished with beautiful vintage fabric entitled “Birdland...
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. Dramatic patina with tarnish spot on one arm. Backplate cut on top edge. Wear is consistent with vint...
Brass
Brass Wall Lamps by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, Vintage Design, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Long Island City, NY
Brass wall lamps by Fog & Morup, Denmark, 1950s. Three candelabra sockets each. Price is for one sconce. FREE US rewiring upon request. FREE US Continental shipping. NO TARIFFS, ...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup. A minimalist Danish modern design classic executed in brass and wh...
Metal, Brass
Fog & Mørup Matte Black Funktionalist Wall Sconce, Danish, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This small stylish matte black wall light was manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1940s. The piece features an adjustable patinated brass rod that allows the user to di...
Aluminum, Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8...
Brass
Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Large Size Wall Sconces, 1960
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Pair of large size wall sconces, designed by Jo Hammerborg, Made in Denmark by Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Gorgeous and large size, heavy wall sconces. Both sconces are made of heavy me...
Metal, Stainless Steel
Set of 2 Jørgen Bo Wall Lamps for Fog&Mørup, Denmark
By Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
Add a touch of minimalist elegance to your space with the Brass With Glass Wall Sconce by Fog&Mørup, designed by Jorgen Bo in Denmark in 1960. ...
Brass
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 Solid Brass Sconce by Rolf Graae for Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Haderslev, DK
Elegant candelabra brass wall sconce made by renowned Fog & Morup, Denmark, 1950s. Designed by Rolf Graae, danish organ builder and designer of three dif...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 1...
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
"Formland Wall Lamp By Leif Alring & Sidse Werner For Fog & Mørup
By Leif Alring, Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup, Sidse Werner
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the "Formland 6" Wall Lamp, a remarkable creation by Leif Alring & Sidse Werner for Fog&Mørup. With its captivating design and meticulous craftsmanship, this wall lamp...
Metal, Chrome
Teak scissor wall lamp by Ib Fabiensen for Fog and Morup
By Fog & Mørup, Ib Fabiansen
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
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
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.5” H x 8.5” W x 4.5“ D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Brass
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
Fog & Mørup, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.5” H x 9” W x 5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inc...
Brass
Set of Limited Copper Wall Lights by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Haderslev, DK
Sometimes you find something incredible extraordinary. This set of Danish copper wall sconces is indeed that. Made by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s. Back in the days a company, hote...
Copper
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, Copper
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
Set of Three Midcentury Wall Lights by Jo Hammerborg, Made in Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Great original condition.
Metal
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14” H x 3.125” W x 5.5“ D Back Plate Dimensions...
Brass
Fog & Mørup, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light, designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.5” H x 3.25” W x 5.25“ D Back Plate Dimensions ...
Brass
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
Three Rare Mid-Century Sconces Dublé Designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Haderslev, DK
Here you have the opportunity to do an extra ordinary purchase: Three Mid-Century sconces from the well-known designer Jo Hammerborg. The three wall lamps "Dublé" has never been ins...
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
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Universal Lamps by Hans Due for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Hans Due
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two lovely Mid-Century Modern universal lamps which can be used as table lamps or wall lights. They are efficient, decorative and have a rotating lower part for adjustable lig...
Plastic
$3,900 / set
Danish pair of metal bed lamps, 1960 Denmark
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Bronx, NY
Danish Fog & Mørup bed lamps gray metal with aluminum diffusers. Rewired.
Metal, Aluminum
Sky Blue Skala Wall Lamp By Jo Hammerborg For Fog&Mørup, original box included
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the captivating "Skala" Wall Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog&Mørup, Denmark. This large wall lamp offers a versatile lighting solution, thanks to its three pivoting points ...
Metal