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.
Frits Henningsen 1940s Danish Mahogany Desk
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, England
Frits Henningsen - Mahogany Writing Desk, 1940s Rarely seen design from master cabinetmaker of the early Danish Modern period: Frits Henningsen. Henningsen produced all of his desig...
Mahogany, Oak
Frits Henningsen round Sofa Table in solid mahogany, Denmark, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen round table in solid mahogany. Made by Frits Henningsen in the 1950s.
Mahogany
Danish Rosewood Frits Henningsen Coffee Table Circa 1960s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Peabody, MA
A rosewood desk-form coffee table with flanking storage drawers along each side of its length, fitted with brass bail pulls, by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Brass
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.
Metal
Midcentury Danish Low Table, Solid Mahogany by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant low table in mahogany by designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, circa 1945. Great original condition.
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen. A Cuban mahogany circular pedestal table.
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Frits Henningsen. A Cuban mahogany circular Art Deco pedestal table. One-pillar frame with 3 spraying legs and brass ends. Top of solid wood with carved raised edge. Made circa 1930...
Brass
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Occasional Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Frits Henningsen design occasional table, Denmark. Elegant and sophisticated turned mahogany occasional or sofa table. High quality construction techniques and materials used to cr...
Mahogany
$2,658Sale Price|50% Off
Frits Henningsen solid oak table circa 1930-50s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1950s oak table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1940s-50s is a perfect example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabinetmake...
Hardwood
Frits Henningsen Danish Modern Dining Chairs, circa 1930s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern mahogany dining chairs by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1930s. They have probably been refinished and reupholstered at some point. Beautiful caramel color leather se...
Leather, Wood, Mahogany
Midcentury Danish Side Table, Solid Mahogany by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant side table in mahogany by designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, circa 1945. Great original condition.
Mahogany
Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine sofa table with 4 drawers (2 each side) and brass shoes and handles. Produced by the famous danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Copenhagen Denmark. Made in finest wood and qua...
Wood
Danish Design Low Table in Mahogany and Tiles by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in mahogany by designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.
Mahogany
Desk in oak by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large desk in patinated oak with three drawers and curved legs by Frits Henningsen.
Oak
Chinese inspired mahogany coffee table with tiles in white, green, blue nuances
By Frits Henningsen
Located in DK
This Chinese inspired mahogany coffee table was executed by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen (1889-1965) in the 1930s. The table top is decorated with unique tiles depicting Chinese Fen...
Ceramic, Mahogany
Coffee Table in Stained Elm by Frits Henningsen, 1950's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Coffee Table in Stained Elm by Frits Henningsen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Stained elm Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Very rare coffee table model 116 Produced by A...
Elm
Frits Henningsen: Pair of side tables with brass hardware c1930
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This pair of side tables with single large drawer was made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s and reflects Frits Henningsen's preference for classical forms in order to deliver on his ...
Hardwood
Frits Henningsen & Kähler Sofa Table in mahogany, Denmark, 1950s
By Kähler, Frits Henningsen, Jens Thirslund
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen sofa table in mahogany with Kähler tiles made by Jens Thirslund Made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Coffee table with black/white inlaid tiles, turquoise details and brass feet.
By Frits Henningsen
Located in DK
This so-called Chinese mahogany coffee table was executed by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen ca. in the 1930s. The table top is decorated with unique tiles depicting a Chinese Fenghuan...
Brass
Occasional Table Designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940’s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940’s. Rosewood with brass handles. Dimensions: H: 53 cm / 1’ 9 3/4” L: 130 cm / 4’ 3 1/4” W: 64 cm / 2' 2/3” Henningsen b...
Brass
Dining table in solid mahogany by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Small dining table in solid mahogany by Frits Henningsen
Mahogany
Dining in Mahogany and Stained Pine by Frits Henningsen, 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining in Mahogany and Stained Pine by Frits Henningsen, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Mahogany and stained pine Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by cabinetmaker...
Mahogany
$3,435Sale Price|40% Off
Frits Henningsen solid elm table circa 1940-50s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1950s elm table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1940s-50s is a perfect example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabinetmake...
Hardwood
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.
Rosewood
Chinese inspired mahogany coffee table with tiles in red, white and blue nuances
By Frits Henningsen
Located in DK
This so-called Chinese mahogany coffee table was executed by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen ca. in the 1930s. On top it has inlaid unique tiles depicting a fruit basket with decorati...
Ceramic, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen coffeetable with tiled top by Jens Thirslund
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Zurich, CH
Frits Henningsen was a master cabinetmaker known for creating refined, exclusive designs such as his high-back wing chair (1930) and two-seater sofa (1938). Drawing on styles like Em...
Ceramic, Oak
Round Midcentury Spider Leg Dining Table
By Augusto Romano
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Fabulous round dining table with an organic design and with a gold colored glass top. Produced in Italy in the 1950s in the manner of Augusto Romano. The legs have supreme craftsmans...
Glass, Walnut
$1,800
H 21.66 in W 32.68 in D 17.33 in
Danish Design Low Table in Mahogany and Tiles by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in mahogany by designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.
Mahogany
$1,769
H 20.48 in W 66.93 in D 24.41 in
H.W. Klein Rosewood Coffee Table, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s Denmark
By H.W. Klein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen coffee table in rosewood.
Rosewood
$2,300
H 20.87 in Dm 21.66 in
1930s Round Coffee Table in Deep Patinated Solid Pine from Danish Cabinet Maker
By Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
Rare danish modern 1930s round coffee table in solid deep patinated pine wood. This table is hand crafted by danish cabinet maker and has elegant geometric proportion with its diagon...
Pine
Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Art Deco Swedish coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted polished cuban mahogany wood, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svensk Tenn in good condition. Th...
Mahogany
On Hold|$472
H 23.23 in Dm 22.84 in
Rattan Bamboo Italian Sofa Table or Coffee Table, Bonacina Style, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design rattan bamboo sofa table or coffe table in the style of Tito Agnoli Bonacina, circa 1950s. Please note that the ...
Bamboo, Rattan
$5,800Sale Price|31% Off
H 28.5 in W 62.75 in D 37.5 in
P. Lauritsen & Søn Danish Teak Extension Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern expandable dining table Model no. BM 60 in teak designed by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn, c. 1958. This ...
Oak, Teak
1960s Danish Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Danish Modern coffee table crafted from rosewood. The design is characterized by sleek lines and rounded edges. A narrow top and tall legs that taper downward create a sen...
Rosewood
$1,533
H 21.26 in Dm 31.5 in
Danish Midcentury Brutalist Round Coffee Table of Solid Oak by Cabinetmaker 1950
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Otto Færge 1
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish brutalist style round coffee table of solid oak with a heavy tabletop on four square legs. On each of the four legs is a hand-carved relief. Manufactured by a Danish cabinetma...
Oak
$1,200
H 20.87 in Dm 28.35 in
Danish Modern Round Coffee Table in Solid Pine, Rainer Daumiller Style, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Odense, DK
A fine Danish Modern round coffee table in solid pine, made in the style of Rainer Daumiller in the 1970s by a Danish Cabinetmaker. This sculptural coffee / side table will complem...
Pine
$1,580
H 19.69 in W 51.19 in D 27.17 in
Mid Century Large Solid Rectangular Coffee Table in Pine, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Roland Wilhelmsson, Sven Larsson
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and generously proportioned rectangular coffee table in solid pine, crafted by a Danish cabinet maker in the 1960s. The design combines simplicity and strength, with a thi...
Pine
$6,900
H 23.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Mahogany Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A square, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish coffee table made of hand crafted polished Mahogany, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in good condition. The Scandina...
Metal, Brass
Frits Henningsen Sofa Table in rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen sofa table in rosewood. Made by Frits Henningsen in the 1950s.
Rosewood
Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Frits Heningsen, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in mahogany with three drawers, designed and made by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, great original condition.
Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Rosewood Occasional Table, Denmark 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A rosewood occasional table featuring 4 drawers, two on each side. Traditional trimming allows for a great transitional piece blending danish modern and traditional looks. Designed b...
Brass
Sold
H 22.05 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
1930s-50s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
Oak
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Writing Table, circa 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A Danish mahogany writing table by Frits Henningsen, furniture designer and cabinet maker (1889-1965). This desk is a classic example of Henningsen's elegant clean lines and use of q...
Wood
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H 21.26 in W 52.37 in D 21.66 in
1940s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
Oak
Frits Henningsen Tile Side Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This wonderfully elegant side table was created by Danish designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen in the 1940s. Made from mahogany the frame of the table is beautifully crafted wi...
Ceramic, Wood
A Frits Henningsen Side Table, Circa 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A Danish mahogany tripod table, circa 1940s, designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, with a circular lipped top raised on a partially spool turned tapered and spreading stem endin...
Mahogany
Sold
H 20.08 in W 26.78 in D 20.48 in
Frits Henningsen & Kähler Sofa Table in mahogany, Denmark, 1950s
By Kähler, Jens Thirslund, Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen sofa table in mahogany with Kähler tiles made by Jens Thirslund Made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Frits Henningsen Sofa Table in rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen sofa table in rosewood. Made by Frits Henningsen in the 1950s.
Aluminum
Frits Henningsen Solid Mahogany Writing Table, Denmark 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
This exquisite solid Cuban mahogany writing desk, designed and crafted in the 1940s by renowned cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, embodies the essence of mid-century elegance. The desk ...
Brass
Frits Henningsen Side Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this all-original, 1940s, Danish modern mahogany tripod table, designed and produced by Frits Henningsen. The table features a circular lipped top mounted o...
Wood