Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Danish, 1921-2003
Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.
Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.
Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.
Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.
As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.
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Creator: Ib Kofod-Larsen
Set of 2 "Peacock" Chairs in Bouclé, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig, Denmark, c. 1960's
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a true Danish Modern masterpiece: an ultra-rare "Peacock" or "Hoop" chair designed by the incomparable Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig. This iconic armchair has recently underg...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
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Bouclé
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sled Leg Sofa
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sled Leg Sofa
This sofa measures: 74.5 wide x 31.5 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a seat height of 12 an...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Ib Kofod Larsen Danish Modern Twelve Drawer Dresser in Teak 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dallas, TX
Ultra sleek twelve-drawer teak cabinet with a finished back. It can be utilized as a freestanding sideboard or would serve nicely as a dresser. Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and crafte...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech frame, upholstered seat and teak backrest.
Original condition, new upholstery is in price included (not the fabric costs).
Additional pieces on request available.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Teak
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech frame, upholstered seat and teak backrest.
Original condition, new upholstery is in price included (not the fabric costs).
Additional pieces on request available.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Teak
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Nightstands - Pair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Nightstands - Pair
Each nightstand measures: 21.75 wide x 17.75 deep x 23.75 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Teak Dining Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Ib Kofod Larsen. Four chairs with teak backrest, oak frame, seats upholstered in wool. Traces of wear. H 80 cm, SH 45 cm
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Extendable Teak Oval Table by Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Danish oval dining table designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by G-Plan. Made of teak, and manufactured with a mechanism sup...
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1960s British Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Adjustable Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, by Ib KOFOD LARSEN
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Bovenkamp
Located in The Hague, NL
Wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1954. The chair is reclinable and it can be adjusted in three positions, as seen in the pictures. The chairs have been reupholste...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
$2,608 Sale Price / item
32% Off
Easy Chair with Footstool by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Reupholstered lounge chair and foot stool in 'Elegance' aniline leather (colour: Indian Red) on a rosewood frame. Designed in 1958. Ib Kofod Larsen / Mogens Kold.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Teak Danish Modern Console Table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a true Danish Modern masterpiece: a rare teak console table designed by the incomparable Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik. This iconic table has been fully restored...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza by Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Embodying the essence of mid-century Scandinavian elegance, this Danish Modern Teak Credenza is a stunning example of minimalist form meeting functional beauty. Likely designed by re...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Model 49 Dining Chairs in Teak by Erik Buch for Odense Machine Gunni
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This set of four dining room chairs model 49 in teak was designed by Erik Buch and made by Odense Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. Chairs after a comprehensive carpentry and upholstery reno...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Kofod Larsen Style Mid Century Danish Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen Style Mid Century Danish Lounge Chair
This chair measures: 29 wide x 37 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 23 and arm height of 16 inches
All pieces of fur...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Scandinavian Seating Group "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A rare seating group consisting of four lounge chairs, model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958.
This is a timeless classic design and is constru...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of Two Ebonized Lounge Chairs in Bouclé by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, 1950s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the visionary Danish craftsman Ib Kofod Larsen in the early 1950's this model chair predates his iconic (and similarly shaped) "Z" chair. However far fewer of these armle...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Danish Adjustable Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, by Ib KOFOD LARSEN
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Bovenkamp
Located in The Hague, NL
Wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1954. The chair is reclinable and it can be adjusted in three positions, as seen in the pictures. The chairs have been reupholste...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
$2,608 Sale Price / item
32% Off
Mid-Century Teak Desk by I.B Kofod-Larsen for Seffle Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1950s
By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The desk was designed by the Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, manufactured in the 1950s in the Swedish factory Seffle Möbelfabrik. The desk with an interesting modernist form is an example of the Scandinavian design school...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Shell Armchair by LB Kofod Larsen for Christensen Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Shell Armchair by LB Kofod Larsen for Christensen & Larsen – a timeless masterpiece of Danish design from 1950. Immerse yourself in the allure of mid-century aestheti...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Cabinet designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cabinet designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen,
Denmark, 1960s.
Teak.
Marked.
Dimensions:
H: 81 cm /2' 8''
W: 91 cm / 2' 11 3/4''
D: 48 cm / 19''
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Penguin Rocking Chair By Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Renowned Danish designer, Ib Kofod-Larsen’s Penguin Rocking Chair – a true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship – features a sculptural bentwo...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Steel
Adam Chair by IB Kofod Larsen for Mogens Kold Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Aachen, NW
Rare Adam chair by IB Kofod Larsen for Mogens Kold Mobelfabrik Denmark.
Designed in 1958 and produced in the early 1960s.
Early edition with wonderful black leather upholstery an...
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1950s Danish Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Leather
Kofod Larsen Mid Century Danish Walnut Lounge Chair Frame
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen mid century danish walnut lounge chair frame
This chair measures: 30 wide x 33 deep x 26.5 high, with a seat height of 12 an...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Armchair, Denmark 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This chair by Danish design icon, Ib Kofod-Larsen, was designed and launched in 1958 as a writing chair to be coordinated with the equally famous model IL-01. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark, this “Elizabeth” armchair...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan, Great Britain.
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This set of six dining chairs was produced by G-Plan in the United Kingdom circa 1960. It was designed by I. Kofod- Larsen. The chairs are made of teak, have ergonomically shaped bac...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
SOLD 03/13/23 Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid-Century Walnut Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig mid-century walnut lounge chairs - a pair.
Each chair measures: 29.75 wide x 29 deep x 28.5 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 21 inches.
...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Shell Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, around 1950
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waasmunster, BE
The Kofod Larsen Shell Chair, designed by Danish designer Ib Kofod Larsen in the 1960s, is a striking piece known for its unique organic shape and elegant lines. The chair features a...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Bureau Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Ib Kofod-Larsen King Solomon Armchair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern King Solomon armchair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in rosewood with decorative brass relief side panels and finial arm details, circa 1970's, newly upholstered in buff Ultra...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Penguin Chair By Ib Kofod-Larsen For Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Scandinavian modern Penguin chair is a true gem of mid-century Danish design, crafted by the renowned designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig. This iconic chair features a two-tone be...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Chenille, Beech
Spaulding Dining Chair by Croft House
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our take on the classic Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
This dining chair is custom made in Los Angeles. Metal frame is
welded. Walnut back is bent and formed to shape by hand.
Uph...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Birch
$1,800 / item
Ib Kofod Larsen Midcentury Danish Modern Walnut and White Upholstery Armchair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern armchair with a high back that curves and incorporates into two square arms, the back, armrests, and seat upholstered in a white fabric upholstery, the back...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
1970s Coffee Table With Natural Stone and Acrylic Top, Danish
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
Elegant vibrant rectangular coffee table attributed to Danish designer IB Kofod Larsen. The table is in great condition, the frame is made of chrome plate metal and the top has been ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Metal
1960s Kofod Larsen Tea Trolley
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, Lambeth
stunning 1960s G-plan tea trolley which was designed by the Danish designer, Kofod Larsen. He produced G-plans Danish range during the 1960s and the tea trolley is one of the rarer i...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Ib Kofod Larsen Set Credenza / Dresser & Night Stands Bed Side Tables
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oakland, CA
A finely crafted Scandinavian bedroom set designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brande Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1958. The set includes a credenza dresser with cabinet and four drawers, a gent...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Ib Kofod Larsen for Brandi Moblefabrik Rosewood Credenza / Dresser
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
A finely crafted Mid-century Danish credenza designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brande Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1958. Finely crafted from old-growth Brazilian rosewood, the sideboard featu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Ib Kofod-larsen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Ib Kofod-Larsen 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 Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 316 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Ib Kofod-Larsen were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by France & Søn, Illum Wikkelsø, and Ole Wanscher. Prices for Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $695 and can go as high as $104,315, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,800.
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