Frits Henningsen Furniture
Danish, 1889-1965
Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen never compromised on quality. His furniture is known for its impeccable craftsmanship, and unlike many designers of his day, Henningsen — a dogged perfectionist — rarely permitted any of his pieces to be built outside of his own workshop. Each of his elegant low-profile tables, chairs and sofas feature the clean lines and graceful curves typically associated with vintage mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern furniture.
Henningsen was born in 1889 and apprenticed as a cabinetmaker in the early 1900s. He was mentored by the well-known and respected cabinetmaker I.P. Mørck and completed his apprenticeship at the age of 22.
Henningsen also studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where one of his teachers was legendary furniture designer Kaare Klint, who is frequently called the father of Danish modernism. Henningsen saw Klint as a friendly rival, which motivated him to refine his craftsmanship and technique.
Henningsen traveled throughout Germany, France, and Great Britain to gather knowledge, experience and inspiration. He returned to Copenhagen in 1915 and set up a furniture store and workshop to create and sell his own designs. He also developed relationships with Rud Rasmussen and Carl Hansen & Søn, the only furniture manufacturers he trusted to produce his designs.
Bucking the angular and geometric furniture trends of the time, Henningsen embraced fluid and organic forms. Much of his inspiration came from the Rococo, French Empire and British 17th-century styles he encountered on his travels. The 1930 Heritage chair is a prime example of these influences. It features soft, curving lines and has a sophisticated appeal.
Another piece that showcases Henningsen’s style and craftsmanship is the 1952 Signature chair. A striking work that features an inviting curved seat atop sinuous carved wood legs, the Signature chair was his last design.
The straightforward and timeless style of Henningsen furniture continues to enjoy popularity today. In fact, in 2015, Carl Hansen & Son reissued the iconic Signature chair.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Frits Henningsen seating, side tables and cabinets on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Frits Henningsen
Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen sofa.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Danish 1940s Wingback Chair in Beech by Master Carpenter Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful classic 1930s-1940s wingback chair produced by Master Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Denmark. Slid mahogany stained beechwood. Very elegant design that fits superbly into a...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Beech
Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer: Frits Henningsen (Danish, 1889-1965)
Additional Information: Provenance: Private Collection, Aventura, Florida. About the collection: “My family has been collecting...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Frits Henningsen Easy Chairs in Mahogany, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting an exquisite pair of easy chairs produced by the renowned Frits Henningsen in the 1940's. Crafted with sophistication and attention to detail, these armchairs encapsulate ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Sideboard
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Sideboard. A Danish mahogany sideboard by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. An executive styled sideboard having downward cabinet doors and three drawers all...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Frits Henningsen Windsor Armchair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Frits Henningsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A design from the 1930s by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & sons.Atake traditional British design but with Danish modern sensibility. Lacquered beech frame.
Professional, skilled ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Beech
Danish Mahogany Wingback Easy Chair by Frits Henningsen, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introducing an exquisite wingback easy chair by the legendary Frits Henningsen, a master of Danish design whose legacy continues to captivate enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Dati...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningaen 1930 Art Deco Sofa Danish
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful classic original Art Deco sofa by a famed Danish craftsman, Frits Henningsen. 1030. Original fabric
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Wood
Frits Henningsen Danish Dining Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Mahogany dining table, designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1930s. This dining table is currently being refinished and the leaves will be re-veneered, as their veneer was missing when we purchased the set. It expands from a compact 43" circle to an impressive 108.5" oval with all three of it's leaves installed. We also have the matching dining chairs from the same estate currently listed on 1stdibs. Please see last photos. This listing and pricing is for the dining table only.
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Metal
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Round Side Table, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century round side table, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop w...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century three-seater sofa, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop ...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Danish Highback Lounge Chair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century high-back lounge chair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making work...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany & Caned Armchair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century armchair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop with a te...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Danish Wingback Lounge Chair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century wingback chair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop wit...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
2021 FH429 Signature Lounge Chair by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
By Frits Henningsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an FH429 Signature lounge chair with a solid oiled oak frame and putty colored Thor leather seat, designed by Frits Henningsen and produ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Foam, Leather, Oak
2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Frits Henningsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a white fabric cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by Carl Hansen & Son...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Frits Henningsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a light (minty) green leather cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Oak, Leather
Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
A stained mahogany and yellow horsehair fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940s.
18” seat height
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Settee.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Classic Danish Midcentury Three-seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and very elegant lines by one of the early Danish iconic designers made around early 1950's. Backrest and seat nice and firm and frame raised on Cuban mahogany legs remains s...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Beech, Wool, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen 'FH38 Windsor' Chair in Oiled Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Frits Henningsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Frits Henningsen 'FH38 Windsor' chair in Oiled Oak for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Rare Pair of Leather Bergere Chairs by Frits Henningsen, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid oak arm chairs. Leather is well kept and clean. Wooden carved base has nice detailed design. Great patina Design # 2041 Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen [1889-1965] comprom...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Frits Henningsen 'FH38 Windsor' Chair in Soaped Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Frits Henningsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Frits Henningsen 'FH38 Windsor' chair in Soaped Oak for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitmen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Frits Henningsen For Carl Hansen Signature Style Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A Frits Henningsen For Carl Hansen Signature Style armchair
Frits Henningsen (1889-1965) was known as an uncompromising designer. He viewed qu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mahogany Side Table by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circular table with rimmed and raised panel made of solid mahogany, with center column and four-star base.
Category
1940s Danish Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Cane, Mahogany, and Leather 10 1/2 Ft Bench
By Frits Henningsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Frits Henningsen was a cabinet maker and known for his labor-intensive, hand-built furniture items, using hardwoods such as mahogany. This bench is amazi...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Mahogany legs. Refinished and reupholstered.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Legs are Mahogany. Refinished and Reupholstered.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Early Frits Henningsen Armchair With Original Patinated Leather
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
This perfectly proportioned lounge chair, designed and manufactured by Frits Henningsen, features a classic Danish tufted backrest with subtle wingtips, unusual scrolled and splayed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather
Frits Henningsen Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Coffee Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A gorgeous Danish mid-century coffee table designed by Frits Henningsen. A minimalist rectangular form with brass bale handles and brass foot caps blends Scandinavian modern style wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Frits Henningsen Pedestal Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Cuban mahogany pedestal table.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Legs are Mahogany. New black leather. From 1940's.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Wood is mahogany. New leather. From 1940's.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen, Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare easy chair of leather and mahogany with nail head trim. Designed by Frits Henningsen. Reupholstered in soft red leather and refinished mahogany with brass nail-heads.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
This 1940s Frits Henningsen sofa is newly reupholstered in an ivory-white bouclé from Schumacher. The mahogany frame is refinished in a warm red-brown tone that complements the leath...
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1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen settee. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair. Designed in 1949. New black leather upholstery with brass nail heads.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Frame Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and rare 3-seat neoclassical sofa designed and manufactured by Frits Henningsen for cabinet maker Rud Rasmussen. High quality and sculptural example constructed from solid ma...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Double Layer Caned Back Transitional Modern Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This armchair was designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chair features a double layered cane back, new wool-linen blend upholstery in a flax/pale sa...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Cane, Beech
Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair. Wood is Mahogany. New black leather. 1940's.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Settee. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Classic Sofa by Frits Henningsen, circa 1938
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Three-seat sofa with Cuban mahogany frame; classical style with curving arms on six solid mahogany legs. Chosen as one of the 100 Danish masterpieces in the same named book, page 38,...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Rare Custom Chair by Frits Henningsen 1930's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Rare design by Frits Henningsen and made by him 1930’s signed with design number and the date oak frame with cognac colour leather orly custom design.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Oak
1960s Rosewood Frits Henningsen Danish Coffee Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful classic 1960s Danish rosewood coffee table with 4 drawers and aged brass pulls.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
1930s Danish Rosewood and Tile Dining Table by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rosewood dining table with a tiled top, tapered legs, and 2 (17.75") self stored leaves.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen black leather armchair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen settee from the 1940s. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Arm Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Brown Leather Arm Chair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Cane, Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Frits Henningsen Lounge Chairs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Frits Henningsen lounge chairs.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair from the 1940s. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Beech, Fabric
Frits Henningsen Wingback Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Wingback Armchair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen 1940s Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid mahogany two-seat sofa designed and made by Frits Henningsen in the 1940s. Two-tone velour upholstery with black upper and silver seat.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Wood
Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen settee
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
Frits Henningsen High Back Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen high back lounge chair.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture
Materials
Beech
Frits Henningsen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Frits Henningsen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Frits Henningsen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 152 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 11 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Frits Henningsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Grete Jalk, Nanna Ditzel, and Sibast. Prices for Frits Henningsen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $812 and can go as high as $62,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,697.
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