Fredrik A. Kayser’s light, graceful, ultra-functional chairs, credenzas and dining room tables made him one of the foremost Scandinavian modern creators of his time. An apprentice-level carpenter by trade, he had his first design mass-produced at the young age of 15, foreshadowing a glorious future in the furniture industry.
Rastad & Relling, in Oslo, gave Kayser his start in furniture design straight out of the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry (now the Oslo National Academy of the Arts) in 1945. After a failed attempt to open his own factory, the young but determined designer returned to his former employer and stayed until 1956, when he successfully exited to launch a design studio. He offered freelance design services, created pieces for furnituremaker Viken Møbelfabrikk and collaborated with Knut Sæter, of armchair manufacturer Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Kayser and Sæter’s furniture was efficiently made to be packed flat, shipped and assembled at its destination. Introducing this innovative design to the world at the export fair in Helsingør in 1958, the pair found it well received. The partnership between Kayser and Sæter lasted until Kayser’s untimely death a decade later.
Kayser’s mid-century modern pieces won accolades. In 1960, the iconic, streamlined Model 711 series won first prize in the Industry Council for Furniture and Furnishing Industry’s chair competition. And the Model 108 easy chair, created in 1965, won the Award for Design Excellence in 1968 and found fame at the Collection Price Furniture Fair in Oslo in 1983. Many of his pieces are still in production today, including rosewood and teak easy chairs and high-backed lounge chairs.
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Vintage teak adjustable Scandinavian table, dining and coffee by Frederik Kayser
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
A rare and ingenious table that can be used as a dining table or a large coffee table. A clever tubular metal mechanism allows for easy height adjustment. With its double X-shaped le...
Metal
Fredrik A. Kayser Teak Vatne Lenestolfrabikk Side Tray Table, Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Rome, IT
Solid teak side table with removable tray, Norway, 1950s circa. Made and marked by VATNE Lenestolfabrikk Norway, by the designer Fredrik A. Kays...
Wood, Teak
Teak Tray Side Table, Danish Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful teak tray side table, top is removable and legs fold together. Ready for a new home.
Teak
$4,495
H 28 in W 77.5 in D 39.5 in
Teak Scandinavian Modern Expanding Dining Table 2 Leaves Style Neils Moller
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage teak Scandinavian Modern expanding dining table with 2 leaves. Unmarked but style of Neils Moller for Gudme Mobelfabrik...
Teak
$4,100
H 25 in Dm 50 in L 25 in
Otmar Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Round Extendable Dining Table MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Otmar Furniture Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining or Breakfast Table, circa 1980. Features a minimalist sleek form with a round top over an X form base. The table extends to accomm...
Teak
$3,800
H 28.35 in Dm 39.38 in L 28.35 in
1960s Scandinavian Modern Danish Solid Teak Round Dining Table
By Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, Eero Saarinen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very elegant 1960s round dining table Made in Denmark, unusually constructed from solid teak wood (not veneered). Quintessential Scandinavian Modern design: minimal, fine materials, highly practical, clean smooth lines, sturdy construction and timeless aesthetic. The table has a diameter of 40 in (100 cm) and a single leg, which achieves an uncluttered appearance under the table and buttressing into four feet that rise a low profile parallel to the floor. This leg form in teak bears a striking resemblance to the iconic La Fonda base by Charles Eames, which was cast in Aluminum. Table height is standard 28.5 in (72 cm). The leg and feet are also carved from beautiful solid, strait grained teak. The table has been professionally refinished in a hard wax oil which faithfully presents the original look and feel whilst providing contemporary levels of robust protection. The table has only extremely minor signs of wear considering the age and use. This timeless table shows every promise of gracing a kitchen or dining room for another 60 years, and then some. The contemporaneous cognac leather shell chairs...
Steel
$3,979
H 29.14 in W 64.97 in D 33.86 in
Dyrlund Oval Dining Table, Teak Wood, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Elegant solid teak dining table manufactured by Dyrlund, Denmark, in the 1970s. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless Scandinavian aesthetic, Dyrlund has been prod...
Teak
$1,250Sale Price|24% Off
H 16.75 in W 24 in D 24 in
Danish Mid-Century "Model 4508" Teak Folding Tray Table by Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Willumsen & Engholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fritz Hansen's Model 4508 tray table represents one of the more inventive solutions to come out of the Danish Mid-Century furniture industry. The round teak tray features a raised li...
Teak
$4,495
H 28 in W 47 in D 47 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Table Solid Teak Round to Oval Expanding by Glostrup
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern solid teak round to oval expanding dining table with 2 leaves by Glostrup Mobelfabrik, made in Denmark. Beautiful condition, keeping in ...
Teak
$3,495
H 29 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
1970’s Scandinavian Modern D Scan Teak Draw Leaf Expanding Dining Table
By D-Scan
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern D Scan teak draw leaf expanding dining table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new s...
Teak
$1,023
H 28.15 in W 43.71 in D 33.67 in
Adjustable Scandinavian, Coffee-to-Dining Table, 1960s, Teak & Black Steel
Located in Paris, FR
A Scandinavian mid century modern adjustable table from the 1960s, designed to shift from coffee table height to a true dining table height. A warm teak top sits on a black lacquered steel structure, giving the piece a crisp architectural presence that feels both practical and quietly elegant. The lift mechanism allows the table to rise from 47 cm to 71.5 cm, transforming how it lives in a space. Low and relaxed for everyday use, then elevated when you need a proper dining surface. Collectors love this kind of design for its honesty and intelligence. No decorative excess, just proportion, material contrast, and a clever system that still feels relevant today. • Function: adjustable coffee to dining table...
Steel
$4,995
H 28.75 in W 55 in D 40 in
Scandinavian Modern Expanding Teak Dining Table by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by celebrated Swedish designer Folke Ohlsson for DUX during the 1960s, this mid-century modern expanding dining table exemplifies the thoughtful craftsmanship and versatilit...
Brass
$1,456
H 22 in Dm 18 in
Walnut & Teak Sputnik Tripod Tray, Side Table by Severin Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
By Severin Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very rare side or tray table designed by the Danish Architect Severin Hansen in 1956. It features a walnut construction with the characteristic brass rings and is loosely fitted with...
Brass
$4,995
H 29 in W 60 in D 42 in
DUX Scandinavian Modern Teak Draw Leaf Extending Dining Table by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak draw leaf extending dinning table by Folke Ohlsson for DUX. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There is a mark on each leaf where it has rubbed as it was pulled out and both leaves are a slightly different color from the main top as so often happens in this type of table where the main top gets light and the leaves do not. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s...
Teak
$2,875
H 29.5 in W 50.25 in D 33.63 in
Vintage Sculptural Scandinavian Extension Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern draw leaf dining table in teak, circa 1960s. This unique boat shaped tabletop features continuous flowing grains framed with solid teak curved edges. Supported by ...
Teak
$3,084
H 27.17 in Dm 47.25 in
Scandinavian Round Teak Dining Table Mod. 3600 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak dining table - Model 3600 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1960. The table was purchased from the original owners who bought it in 1964 as a wedding present...
Chrome
$1,136
H 18.51 in W 26.38 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Foldable Teak & Oak Tray Table by Bendt Winge for Aase, Norway, 1960
By AASE Dreieri Ganddal
Located in Esbjerg, DK
'Tixi' - rare foldable teak, oak and brass tray designed by Bendt Winge in the 1950s and manufactured from circa 1960 by Aase Dreieri in Norway. The features foldable legs that via a...
Oak, Teak
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H 28.75 in Dm 47.25 in
Mid Century Modern Dining Set, Round Table with 4 Fredrik Kayser Chairs no. 125B
By Viken Møbelfabrik, Dřevotvar Jablonné, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This gorgeous dining set is great example of how Mid Century Modern designs can work together coming from different origins but same design era. The table comes from former Czechoslo...
Wood
Fredrik Kayser “Captains” Dining Table for Gustav Bahus, 1959
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Hilversum, NL
Dining table, known as "Skipsrederbordet," designed by Fredrik Kayser and produced in Norway by Gustav Bahus in the 1950s. Crafted from teak with intricately sculpted solid teak legs...
Teak
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H 71.5 in W 190 in D 97.5 in
Scandinavian Modern"Captains" Dining Table by Fredrik Kayser, Norway, 1960s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant “Captain’s” dining table by Fredrik Kayser, made from teak with brass feet. Two extra leaves stored cleverly inside the table. Cool chunky design with streamlined curves. ...
Teak
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H 38.39 in W 74.81 in L 38.39 in
"Captains" Dining Table by Fredrik Kayser, Gustav Bahus, Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining table model "Skipsrederbordet" designed by Fredrik Kayser. Produced in Norway by Gustav Bahus during the 1950s. Made from teak with sculpted solid teak legs ended with custom ...
Brass
Fredrik A. Kayser Teak Vatne Side Tray Table Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Munich, DE
Fredrik A. Kayser (Norway) Solid teak side table with removable tray. Made and marked by VATNE Lenestolfabrikk Norway. Very nice conditions.
Wood
Fredrick Kayser for Gustav Bahus of Norway Dining Table
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in New York, NY
Teak Danish Modern style dining table designed by Fredrik Kayser for Gustav Bahus of Norway. This example comes with two 13.75" leaves,...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tripod Side Table by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Peabody, MA
Sturdy teak tripod end or accent table with guitar pick or wedge shaped top, made in Norway, ca. mid 1950s, by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne. The top is carved from solid teak.
Teak