When the Copenhagen-based furniture maker Fritz Hansen opened for business more than 140 years ago, the company — which today styles itself The Republic of Fritz Hansen — adhered to the traditional, time-honored Danish values of craftsmanship in woodworking and joinery. Yet thanks to the postwar innovations of Arne Jacobsen and others, Fritz Hansen would become the country’s leader in Scandinavian modern design using new, forward-looking materials and methods.
Fritz Hansen started his company in 1872, specializing in the manufacture of small furniture parts. In 1915, the firm became the first in Denmark to make chairs using steam-bent wood (a technique most familiar from birch used in the ubiquitous café chairs by Austrian maker Thonet). At the time, Fritz Hansen was best known for seating that featured curved legs and curlicue splats and referenced 18th-century Chippendale designs.
In the next few decades, the company promoted simple, plain chairs with slatted backs and cane or rush seats designed by such proto-modernist masters as Kaare Klint and Søren Hansen. Still, the most aesthetically striking piece Fritz Hansen produced in the first half of the 20th century was arguably the China chair of 1944 by Hans Wegner — and that piece, with its yoke-shaped bentwood back- and armrest, was based on seating manufactured in China during the Ming dynasty. (Wegner was moved by portraits he’d seen of Danish merchants in the Chinese chairs.)
Everything changed in 1952 with Arne Jacobsen’s Ant chair. The collaboration between the architect and Fritz Hansen officially originated in 1934 — that year, Jacobsen created his inaugural piece for the manufacturer, the solid beechwood Bellevue chair for a restaurant commission. The Ant chair, however, was the breakthrough.
With assistance from his then-apprentice Verner Panton, Jacobsen designed the Ant chair for the cafeteria of a Danish healthcare company called Novo Nordisk. The chair was composed of a seat and backrest formed from a single piece of molded plywood attached, in its original iteration, to three tubular metal legs. Its silhouette suggests the shape of the insect’s body, and the lightweight, stackable chair and its biomorphic form became an international hit.
Jacobsen followed with more plywood successes, such as the Grand Prix chair of 1957. The following year he designed the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen and its furnishings, including the Egg chair and the Swan chair. Those two upholstered pieces, with their lush, organic frames made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane, have become the two chairs most emblematic of mid-20th-century cool. Moreover, the Egg and Swan led Fritz Hansen to fully embrace new man-made materials, like foam, plastic and steel wire used to realize the avant-garde creations of later generations of designers with whom the firm collaborated, such as Piet Hein, Jørn Utzon (the architect of the Sydney Opera House) and Verner Panton. If the Fritz Hansen of 1872 would not now recognize his company, today’s connoisseurs certainly do.
Find a collection of vintage Fritz Hansen tables, lounge chairs, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Bruno Mathsson Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen Super-Ellipse White Dining Table
By Bruno Mathsson, Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, 'Super-Ellipse' dining table, laminated wood, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, design 1968, production 1975 This table represen...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen 'Super-Ellipse' White Dining Table
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, 'Super-Ellipse' dining table, laminated wood, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, design 1968 This table represents a classic piec...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Folding Tray Side Table by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile Danish Modern tray table designed by H. Engholm & Svend Åge Willumsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark circa 1950s. This extraordinary an...
Wood, Teak
Dining Group 'Heart Group' by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Hans Wegner - Dining Group 'Heart Group' for Fritz Hansen Rare “Heart Group” by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, consisting of six chairs and a dining table. This iconic ensemble wa...
Beech, Teak
Ellipse Coffee Table by Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson for Fritz Hansen, 1990
By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Antwerp, BE
Coffee table designed by Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson and produced by Fritz Hansen made in Denmark in 1990. This example of the Super-Elliptical with a beautiful top made of walnut wi...
Beech
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson “Super Circular” Dining Table, Denmark, 1970
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
An exceptional collaboration between Danish designer Piet Hein and Swedish modernist Bruno Mathsson, this “Super Circular” dining table represents a landmark in Scandinavian design, ...
Chrome
Verner Panton "Pantonova" Dining Set of Dining Table and Six Chairs
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare Verner Panton Pantonova dining table and chairs, made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1971. Cognac color leather seat pads. Set includes table, m...
Chrome
Fritz Hansen Model S214 Tubular Steel Dressing Table, Mart Stam, Denmark 1930s
By Mart Stam, Fritz Hansen
Located in Detroit, MI
This rare Bauhaus tubular steel Model S214 dressing table was produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the 1930s and is documented in the company’s 1934 product catalog. The design has...
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Bruno Mathsson & Piet Hein Super-Ellipse Table with Fabiaan Van Severen Chairs
By Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Conference or dining room set consisting of Fabiaan Van Severen dining chairs with Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen Super-Ellipse table Fabiaan Van Severen, dining ch...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Super Ellipse Dining Table Model B614 With White Laminate By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lejre, DK
Super Ellipse dining table model B614 designed by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. White laminate. Iconic Danish design classic. — Origin: Denmark — Des...
Chrome
Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson Dining Table, Circular Oak
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein and Bruno Mathsson super circular dining table with original oak top Legs of chromed metal. Model super circular, made by Fritz Hansen. This is one of the most iconic ta...
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen Super-Ellipse White Dining Table
By Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, 'Super-Ellipse' extendable dining table or conference table, laminated wood, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, design 1968 This...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Rare "X" coffee table in teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard
By Fritz Hansen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare 'X' coffee table with patinated teak top with fluted edge on cross frame. Stamped by manufacturer Fritz Hansen. Designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard.
Teak
Piet Hein Dining Table Super Ellipse With White Laminate By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Superellipse dining table by Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. White laminate with 2 extension leaves. Produced in 2005 — Designer: Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen — Model: Supe...
Steel
Rosewood Coffee Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Arne Jacobsen coffee table with Brazilian rosewood top and aluminum base. Beautiful figuring in the rosewood. Very good condition with very few signs of use.
Aluminum
Superellipse Table by Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Introducing the collaborative masterpiece by Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein: the Scandinavian Modern Superelips Dining Table. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, it boasts an attr...
Metal, Chrome
Danish Teak Tray Table by Engholm and Willumsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Willumsen & Engholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Miami, FL
Original Danish Modern Svend Willumsen and Hans Engholm for Fritz Hansen model 4508 round sculpted teak side table. Featuring a removable circular tray top. The tray can be used on a...
Teak
Rare Pantonova Dining Set by Verner Panton 1971, Chrome, Glass Table, Six Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pantonova dining table and chairs designed by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1971. The black and white check fabric was updated two years ag...
Chrome
$1,250Sale Price|24% Off
Danish Mid-Century "Model 4508" Teak Folding Tray Table by Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Willumsen & Engholm, Fritz Hansen
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
Fritz Hansen Teakwood Folding Tray Table by Svend Willumsen & H Engholm
By Fritz Hansen, Svend Willumsen
Located in New York, NY
Fritz Hansen Teakwood Folding Tray Table by Svend Willumsen & H Engholm. Model 4508. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Measures approx 23.5" in diameter...
Teak
Poul Kjærholm PK65 Coffee Table Float Glass for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
This unique coffee table refers back to the best traditions of Scandinavian craftsmanship. As with several of his tables, Kjærholm created PK65™ to complement one or more of his many...
Stainless Steel
$1,832Sale Price|20% Off
Super-Ellipse Model B613 By Piet Hein For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Lejre, DK
Super-Ellipse, Model B613, designed by Piet Hein, is an iconic table that combines functionality and aesthetics in a unique way. This table has a white laminate table top, which give...
Laminate
Mid-Century Modern Super Elliptical Dining Table by Piet Hein, 1970s
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Den Haag, NL
The Fritz Hansen B613 Table is an iconic piece of design furniture that strikes the perfect balance between aesthetics, functionality and craftsmanship. Designed by Arne Jacobsen in ...
Laminate
$3,430Sale Price|30% Off
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Dark Granite Coffee Table, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1956, 2008
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Poul Kjærholm PK61 dark granite coffee table, Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Designed 1956. Manufactured 2008. The PK61™ coffee table is as minimalistic as it gets from the hand of Poul Kj...
Granite, Stainless Steel
Arne Jacobsen Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen, c.1950s, Denmark. The coffee table features a teak table top and chrome base. Dimensions 59" width x 25" depth x 19" height. Condition...
Chrome
$1,778 / set
Fritz Hansen – Set of Three Beech Nesting Tables
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Set of three nesting tables by Fritz Hansen, crafted in beech in 1944. The tables have a simple and functional design with slender square legs and horizontal stretchers. The tableto...
Beech
Scandinavian Modern Early Arne Jacobsen "Grand Prix Table" in Teakwood, 1957
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Exceptionally rare and early example of the “Grand Prix” table designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1957, executed in teakwood with beech legs. Produced by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen at the he...
Beech, Teak
1950s Mølgaard & Hvidt AX Coffee Table Teak and Beech for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage AX coffee table by the Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard. The table is made in the 1950s of teak with inlaid beech wood and rema...
Beech, Teak
Fritz Hansen 1950s Small Maple Desk with Laminate Top and Two Drawers
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
This compact desk by Fritz Hansen combines clean Scandinavian design with everyday practicality. Crafted in warm maple with a light laminate top, it offers a bright, durable surface ...
Laminate, Maple
$2,411Sale Price|20% Off
Dining Table Made In Rosewood By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen From 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Dining table/cafe table in rosewood with chromed steel frame, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. The table is manufactured with a focus on both aesthetics and f...
Rosewood
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen Round Dining Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen diniing table with new lacquered plate. six star base of aluminium and steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Outdoor 'Pelagus' Dining Table in Teak and Ivory Aluminum for FH Outdoor
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Outdoor 'Pelagus' dining table in teak and ivory aluminum for FH Outdoor Fritz Hansen's outdoor collection (originally Skagerak) emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourc...
Aluminum
Fritz Hansen by Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm Black Oak Georg Console Table & Stool
By Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm in 2016, the Georg furniture range is manufactured by Skagerak and is a fantastic example of modern Scandinavian design. Comprising the Georg c...
Oak
Danish Modern, Side Table in Lacquered Beech, Fritz Hansen, "Model 1535", 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
A Danish Modern round side table, "Model 1535," designed by Fritz Hansen in the 1940s. Crafted in beech, it features a minimalist silhouette with clean lines. The lower shelf is wove...
Cane, Beech
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Ellipse Dining Table, Black Lacquer, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson ellipse dining table new laquererd black. Legs in chromed steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Chrome
Poul Kjaerholm PK54 Dining Table with Flint-Rolled Marble Top for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Skokie, IL
Poul Kjaerholm PK 54 dining table with a flint-rolled Cippolino marble top and matte steel base for Fritz Hansen Denmark. As new. This top is no lo...
Marble, Steel
Poul Kjaerholm, PK64, Coffee table, Fritz hansen, 1990s
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Paris, FR
Poul Kjaerholm (1929-1980) PK64 A rectangular PK64 coffee table with a white marble top on a four legged matte chrome-plated steel stand. With a Fritz Hansen label. Produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. 1995 Literature The Furniture of Poul Kjaerholm: Catalogue Raisonné, Michael Sheridan, Gregory R. Miller & Co., 2007, pp.150-151. Poul Kjaerholm, Arkitektens Forlag, 1999 Poul Kjaerholm : Furniture Architect , Michael Sheridan, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, 2006 Note The PK64 is a spectacular and very rare version of the PK63 and the PK62...
Marble, Steel
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen dining table fenix laminate and walnut
By Arne Jacobsen, Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen dining table with new green fenix laminate and walnut list. Shaker base of aluminium.
Aluminum
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Coffee Table Marble Honed White for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The coffee table PK61™ is almost as elementary and minimalist as it gets from the hand of Poul Kjærholm. Despite the extreme distillation of the structure into a set of identical ele...
Marble, Stainless Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Coffee Table Marble Honed Beige for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The coffee table PK61™ is almost as elementary and minimalist as it gets from the hand of Poul Kjærholm. Despite the extreme distillation of the structure into a set of identical ele...
Marble, Stainless Steel
'Munkegaard' desk in teak by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
'Munkegaard' desk/lectern in laminated teak with two drawers and steel frame. Designed in 1955 for the Munkegaard School by Arne Jacobsen. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Superellipse coffee table Fritz Hansen Denmark 1968
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson ‘Superellipse’ coffee table, Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1968. A very rare low coffee table version of the iconic Superellipse table, designed by Piet Hein and B...
Metal
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Dining Table with 2 Extension Leafs Super Elipse
By Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson dining table with new professional lacquered white plate. Two extension leaf of 50 cms. Legs of chromed metal. Model Super Elipse...
Chrome
$1,125Sale Price|55% Off
Beech & Chrome Round Coffee Table by Jens Ammundsen for Fritz Hansen, 1990s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Karis, Nyland
Jens Amundsen for Fritz Hansen SAS-series table. Chrome-plated steel leg, beech table top.
Chrome
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen, supercircular Dining Table
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen dining table with new laquered white top. six star base of aluminium and steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Scandinavian Round Teak Dining Table Mod. 3600 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
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
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dining Table Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian modern vintage dining table or center table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, which was created and manufactured in Denmark 1950s. The dining table shows a brass base w...
Brass
Piet Hein Superellipse Coffee Table In White Laminate For Fritz Hansen From 2008
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Superellipse coffee table designed by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. White laminate with aluminium edge. Classic Danish design. — Origin: Denmark — De...
Laminate
Poul Kjærholm 'PK60' Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK60' Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Glass, Pine
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Coffee Table Marble Rolled Grey-White for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The coffee table PK61™ is almost as elementary and minimalist as it gets from the hand of Poul Kjærholm. Despite the extreme distillation of the structure into a set of identical ele...
Marble, Stainless Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK63 Coffee Table Marble Rolled Grey-White for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
In 1968, Poul Kjærholm set out to design a series of tables that could be combined with his collection of lounge chairs and sofas. The resulting PK63™and PK63A™ was created in connec...
Marble, Stainless Steel
$1,149 / item
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Trolley' for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Trolley' for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship with an emphasis ...
Steel
Dining set by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 4 chairs "Grand Prix" and a wooden table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Table dimensions :H: 71 cm W: 152 cm D: 80 cm Chairs dimensions: H: 78cm W: 47cm D: 51cm Seat height...
Wood
PK 71 - Nesting tables in steel by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 71 - Nesting tables in patinated steel with top in black acrylic. Designed by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen.
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK61 Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm coffee table PK61. Executed by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Dull chromium plated steel and top of black slate. Marked Fritz Han...
Slate, Steel
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen Round Dining Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, Piet Hein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen dining table with new lacquered plate. six star base of aluminium and steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
$13,499 / item
Poul Kjærholm 'PK51' Table or Desk for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK51' Table or Desk for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship with an e...
Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK62 Coffee Table Marble Rolled Grey-White for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
In 1968, Poul Kjærholm set out to design a series of tables that could be combined with his collection of lounge chairs and sofas. The resulting PK62™ was created in connection with ...
Marble, Stainless Steel
$1,848Sale Price|30% Off
Square Coffee Table By Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein
Located in Karis, Nyland
Bruno Mathsson and Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen coffee table, laminated wood, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, production 1990.
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen Round Dining Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, Piet Hein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen diniing table with new lacquered plate. six star base of aluminium and steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel