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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Vintage Modernist Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen, Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stylish teak desk by Ib Kofod Larsen, with a spacious table top and two drawers. The open sides give a lightness to the design.
Teak
Scandinavian Mid Century Roswood Dining Table by Ib Kofod Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare dining table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Seffle Möbelfabrik, 1960s. This large oval-shaped dining table is made with an impressive sense for quality and shows beatiful details. The ...
Rosewood
1960s lb Kofod Larsen Solid Teak Wood Extension Dining Table Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sleek Scandinavian modern solid teak dining table made in Denmark 1960s Teak extension dining table designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik. Superior craftsmanship with ad...
Teak
Danish extendable dining table in rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup 1960.
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Danish extendable dining table in rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik. Stunning large Scandinavian dining table featuring two large separate extension leaves and a ce...
Santos Rosewood
Danish Modern Oval Expanding Teak Dining Table by Faarup Mobelfabrik
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Modernist Oval Expanding Teak Dining Table by Faarup Mobelfabrik ,, Stunning design, solid teak. retains it's original warm wood finish.. also retains one 19" leaf.. S...
Teak
Danish extendable dining table in Rosewood by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup 1960.
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian dining table featuring two large extension leaves and a central support leg that unfolds automatically; seats 8 to 12 people. Easily dismantled for more affordabl...
Santos Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Danish Style Square Teak Coffee Table GPlan Kofod Larsen 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture
Located in Portland, OR
A very stylish mid century modern Danish style teak coffee table, designed by lb Koford Larsen for G Plan in the 1960s The table of square form and made from teak, the top with very ...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Executive Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish teak executive desk designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1960s. This desk has a versatile and functional design where the fine attentio...
Teak
Teak Danish Modern Console Table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1960
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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...
Teak
Coffee Table by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model with stunning rosewood top. Excellent condition. Produced by Seffle Møbelfabrik in Sweden, designed by Danish architect Ib Kofod-Larsen. Signed by manufacturer.
Rosewood
Coffee Table in Rosewood and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950's
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Coffee Table in Rosewood and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, teak Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Christensen & Larsen in De...
Rosewood
Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s.
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak and Oak Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fredericia, 1956s. Very rare Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding writing desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen made in Denmark in 1956 ...
Oak, Teak
Mid Century English Modern Coffee Table by Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century English Modern Coffee Table by Kofod Larsen Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching. Tops have been r...
Teak
Coffee Table by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model with stunning black Larvikite stone from top and rosewood frame. Excellent condition. Produced by Seffle Møbelfabrik in Sweden, designed by Danish architect Ib Kofod-Lars...
Rosewood
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Teak
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...
Teak
SOLD 07/31/23 Kofod Larsen MCM Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves This table measures: 47 wide x 47.25 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 26.5 inches, each ...
Teak
1960s Vintage Danish Design Teak Executive Writing Desk by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wesseling, DE
Elegant vintage executive desk designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and crafted in teak. The design combines clean Scandinavian lines with refined detailing, including sculpted drawer fronts,...
Teak
Mahogany coffee table Ib Kofod Larsen, design 1960's
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant coffee table by the great Danish designer Ib Kofod Larsen. Its legs outside the structure and its slightly raised top give it its refinement and originality and the mahogany,...
Mahogany
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 ...
Metal
Danish Modern Teak Oval Expanding Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish Modern teak dining table featuring an elegant oval top and a versatile expanding design. Crafted with the warm honey tones and refined wood grain characteristic of S...
Teak
Coffee Table by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model with stunning black Larvikite stone from top and rosewood frame. Excellent condition. Produced by Seffle Møbelfabrik in Sweden, designed by Danish architect Ib Kofod-Lars...
Rosewood
$3,495
H 30 in W 65 in D 45 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak Dining Table Expanding Oval Attr. to Skovby Furniture
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Scandinavian Modern teak expanding oval dining table composed of a solid teak frame with 2 leaves attributed to Skovby Furniture, Denmark. Beautiful condition, keepi...
Teak
Danish Modern Expanding Teak Dining Table by Faarup Mobelfabrik
By Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 28.50in H x 68in W - 105in W x 35.50in D 2x Extension Leaf 18.50in ________________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern ...
Teak, Wood
$6,500
H 28.5 in W 62.75 in D 37.5 in
Vintage P. Lauritsen & Søn Danish Teak Extension Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
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
$2,580
H 29.34 in Dm 47.25 in
Danish Mid Century, Round Dining Table in Solid Oak with Two Extensions, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, CJ Rosengaarden, Kurt Østervig
Located in Odense, DK
A classic Danish Modern dining table crafted in solid oak, produced by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. The table features a refined sculptural appearance with elegantly curved le...
Oak
$316Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.5 in W 27.5 in D 21.5 in
Danish Modern 2-Tier Teak Side Table by Toften Mobelfabrik
By Mobelfabrikken Toften
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a vintage Danish modern end/side table made by Toften Mobelfabrik. It is made of teak and has a bottom rack/shelf. It is in good condition with some age wear ...
Teak
$1,088
H 28.75 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Dining Table With Extensions Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This teak dining table from the 1960s epitomizes Danish design excellence with its blend of functionality and aesthetics. Crafted with quality teak wood, it exudes warmth and durabil...
Teak
Danish Teak Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish teak dining table, 1960s Vintage Danish modern extendable dining table. Two draw out extension leaves. Rounded tapered le...
Teak
$1,053
H 29.34 in W 90.95 in D 33.86 in
Dining Table Made In Teak With Extensions, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This Danish-designed dining table from the 1960s showcases the timeless elegance and functional craftsmanship synonymous with mid-century modern style. Crafted from teak, a favored m...
Teak
1960s Scandinavian Modern Danish Solid Teak Round Dining Table
By Eero Saarinen, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very elegant 1960s round dining table Made in Denmark, unusually constructed from solid teak wood (not veneered). Quintessential Scandinavian Modern design: minimal, fine materials, highly practical, clean smooth lines, sturdy construction and timeless aesthetic. The table has a diameter of 40 in (100 cm) and a single leg, which achieves an uncluttered appearance under the table and buttressing into four feet that rise a low profile parallel to the floor. This leg form in teak bears a striking resemblance to the iconic La Fonda base by Charles Eames, which was cast in Aluminum. Table height is standard 28.5 in (72 cm). The leg and feet are also carved from beautiful solid, strait grained teak. The table has been professionally refinished in a hard wax oil which faithfully presents the original look and feel whilst providing contemporary levels of robust protection. The table has only extremely minor signs of wear considering the age and use. This timeless table shows every promise of gracing a kitchen or dining room for another 60 years, and then some. The contemporaneous cognac leather shell chairs...
Steel
$1,650
H 29 in W 39.5 in D 23.5 in
Petite Writer's Desk by Faarup Møbelfabrik Attributed to Ib Kofod Larsen, 1980s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This charming petite writer's desk is a refined example of late Danish Modern design, attributed to Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Faarup Møbelfabrik. Crafted entirely from warm tea...
Teak
Sold
H 29 in W 40 in D 60 in
Mid century Rosewood Danish Oval Extension Dining Table by IB Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century Rosewood Danish extension dining table with (2) leaves by IB Kofod Larsen. This table is very high quality hand built by Danish furniture makers. Made in Denmar...
Rosewood
Package deal part 3 for L.
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Table, rosewood, Denmark, 1950s. This archetypical Midcentury Danish dining table is oval and extendable. Ib Kofod-Larsen designed this Classic oval table for Faarup Møbelfabrik. Th...
Sold
H 29.5 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
1960s Expandable Dining Table by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik in teak
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Victoria, BC
Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Faarup Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s, this dining table reflects the balance of refinement, functionality, and proportion that d...
Teak
Danish Vintage Teak Extending Dining Table by IB Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
A stunning Danish vintage teak extending dining table by IB Kofod Larsen. It was made in Denmark, and dates from the 1960’s. It is of the utmost quality, we have had this stripped a...
Teak
Danish Vintage Dining Table by IB Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
A stunning Danish vintage dining table by IB Kofod Larsen. It was recently imported from Denmark, and dates from the 1960’s. The quality is exceptional, it has a gorgeous colour ton...
Wood
Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Kofod Larsen for G Plan
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish teak desk by Kofod Larsen for G Plan. This was designed by the famous Danish designer IB Kofod Larsen for the G Plan Danish rang...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Side Table by Ib Kofod-Larsen for G-Plan
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G-Plan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition This expertly refinished mid-century side table was designed by Danish architect-designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for the English maker G-Plan in the 1...
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen dining Table, oak, 1960s
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ib Kofod-Larsen dining table in partly solid oak . Two extension leafes Made by Faarup Møbelfabrik
Oak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in
Freestanding Writing Desk by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Ranst, VAN
This exceptional desk was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik. Produced in the 1960s in Denmark. Featuring six drawers and two pull-out trays for writing or serving, ...
Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Round To Oval Expanding Danish Teak Dining Table
By Nils Jonsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid Century Modern Danish teak dining table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik. One of the finest Scandinavian prod...
Pine, Teak
Sold
H 28.5 in W 86.25 in D 47.25 in
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 47.25 wide x 47.25 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a chair cl...
Rosewood
Sold
H 19.1 in W 51.19 in D 21.46 in
Danish Teak Coffee Table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, 1950s.
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak Coffee Table by Ib Kofod Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern coffee table in solid teak with underlying shelf. Rare model by Danish ar...
Teak