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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Mid-Century Modern Sofa or Bench by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Frõscher, 1970s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Fröscher Sitform
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern sofa or bench. Design by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Frõscher KG Germany. Striking Danish design from the 1970s. Solid rosewood and original rosewood ...
Leather, Rosewood
$3,525Sale Price|25% Off
Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig. The ottoman measures 25"x 20.50" x 17" high with cushion. Both are marked Selig. If y...
Wood
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 74 wide x 32 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm heig...
Upholstery, Walnut
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since th...
Leather, Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sette for Carlo Garhn, Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ib Kofod Larsen design small sofa or settee for Carlo Garhn, Denmark. Rare design in very limited production for manufacturer Carlo Garhn. High lighting the sculpted lines and float...
Wool, Teak
A mid century modern Danish, Ib Kofoed-Larsen Sofa, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage sofa from Ib Kofoed Larsen. The model `Kandidaten` stands out as a perfect piece of vintage Danish Design history.
Leather
Danish Modern Sculpted Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Upholstery, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Sculpted Exoskeleton Walnut Sofa for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 75 wide x 30 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 23.75 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare Ib Kofod Larsen Sofa for Laauser, Germany 1950s
By Finn Juhl, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare vintage sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Laauser. The elegant, solid nutwood frame gives it a warm, timeless presence. The original cognac leather upholstery shows little charming si...
Nutwood
$6,396Sale Price|38% Off
Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic design features cylindric...
Teak
$14,134 / item
Set of 2 Ib Kofod-Larsen sofas model "President", 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-seater Ib Kofod Larsen sofa in original black leather, very good condition. Produced by OPE in Sweden, 1960s. Please note: matching 4-seater so...
Leather
Sofa in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Burgundy Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Burgundy Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and newly reupholstered in burgundy leather Style: Mid cen...
Rosewood, Leather
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 73.5 wide x 29.5 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 13.75 and arm height of 20.25 inches Good Vint...
Teak
Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Olaf Person
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic...
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 74 wide x 32 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 12 (to frame) a...
Walnut
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sled Leg Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, 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...
Walnut
Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare 4-seater Ib Kofod Larsen sofa in original black leather, very good condition. Produced by OPE in Sweden, 1960s.
Leather
Vintage Sculptural Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home an iconic chair from one of the biggest names in Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern design with this breathtaking sculptural rocking chair made by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig o...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Beech
$5,995 / set
H 30.5 in W 29 in D 32 in
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These exceptional Danish modern lounge chairs represent a masterful collaboration between renowned architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen and Selig, dating to the 1960s. Ea...
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish modern teak lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. These chairs are truly stunning! The solid handcrafted teak frame is expertly ...
Brass
$5,795
H 28.5 in W 58.5 in D 31.2 in
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa By Ellekær & Norell For Coja
By Arne Norell, Sven Ellekaer
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Danish mid-century modern sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja is a striking example of Scandinavian design that prioritizes comfort, craftsmanship, and enduring style. The s...
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa By Ellekær & Norell For Coja
By Arne Norell, Sven Ellekaer
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Danish mid-century modern sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja exemplifies Scandinavian design at its most refined, combining generous comfort with clean architectural lines....
Leather, Wood
$2,359Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.78 in W 80.32 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Cognac Leather 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist three-seater sofa was manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. The contoured, slightly tilted solid frame with legs is made of teak wood in a dark shade of brown. The...
Leather, Teak
$4,593 / set
H 31.89 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofoed Larsen, 1960s, Set of 6
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Set of six dining chairs was designed by Ib Kofoed-Larsen and produced in Denmark in the 1960s. Crafted in solid teak of exceptional quality, the chairs showcase refined detailing a...
Teak
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.58 in W 30 in D 28 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Walnut Scandinavian Danish Modern Lounge Chair for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wayne, NJ
Lovely chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen imported by Selig. It features stunning sculpted arms new Removable / Washable Cushion cover. The webbing is in good condition. The Selig emblem is pr...
Walnut
$8,900 / set
H 30 in W 30 in D 31 in
Pair Of Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs By Ib Kofod-Larsen For Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Scandinavian Modern teak lounge chairs were designed in the early 1960s by Ib Kofod-Larsen for the furniture manufacturer Selig famous for importing Danish Modern design...
Fabric, Teak
$4,500 / set
H 40 in W 28.5 in D 35.5 in
Danish Modern Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Ib Kofod Larsen expertly crafted this remarkable Danish modern walnut reclining lounge chair and ottoman in the 1950s. This exquisite set showcases a solid walnut-stained oak frame, ...
Bouclé, Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Sofa in Kjærnulf Style, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Sofa in Kjærnulf Style, 1960s. Beautiful Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern rustic three seater sofa in solid Nordic white oak and original green striped ...
Oak
IB Kofod-Larsen Wingback Lounge Chair, Denmark 1950
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chicago, IL
IB Kofod-Larsen Wingback Lounge Chair, Denmark 1950’s. Original upholstery shows wear consistent with age and use. Measures 32” long 33.5” wide 32” tall seat heightn 14” seat depth ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Danish Candidate Sofa by IB Kofod Larsen for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning vintage Danish Candidate sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE. It is Danish designed but was made in Sweden, it dates from the 1960’s. This is of outstanding quali...
Bouclé, Wood
Sold
H 27.75 in W 56.5 in D 29.75 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa for Christensen & Larsen, Model U56, Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oakland, CA
IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth settee, Model U56, handcrafted by master cabinetmakers Christensen & Larsen in 1956, Denmark. The rare, settee features a finely sculpted teak frame that su...
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century “Blade” Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark. This sofa is appropriately named the “Blade” sofa due to its sculpted features made from Eu...
Walnut
Mid-Century “Blade” Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark. This sofa is appropriately named the “Blade” sofa due to its sculpted features made from Eu...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Kofod Larsen Three Seat Danish Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic three seat sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen, manufactured in Denmark and distributed through Selig. Frames restored, new straps, re...
Wool, Ash
Ib Kofod-Larsen Three Seater Teak Sofa For Ope, 1950's Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in The Hague, NL
Stunning vintage three-seater sofa designed by Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Ope, Sweden. This model Kandidaten sofa features a stylish 1950’s design, teak afrormosia frame and...
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Daybed
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ib Kofod-Larsen 1922-2003. Sofa / daybed in solid teak designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden, 1960s. The back rest and side rest are supported by ...
Steel
Ib Kofod Larsen: Kandidaten model sofa for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in PARIS, FR
Kandidaten sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE (Olof Persons). The armrests of this sofa are made of oak and teak, they are also connected to the central s...
Oak, Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 69 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Walnut Frame Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Upholstered
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Danish Walnut frame sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Upholstered in a High End Ivory Sheep's Wool Shearling Elegant Danish modern sofa designed by architect and fur...
Wool, Wood, Walnut
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid-Century Walnut Settee, Pair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig mid-century walnut settee - pair. Each settee measures: 53 wide x 32 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 22.75 inches All p...
Upholstery, Walnut
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa / Daybed Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa / daybed designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden.
Steel
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original green leather cushions in very good condition, produced by OPE in Sweden, 1960s.
Leather