Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Danish, 1919-1999
The work of furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø wholly embodies the spirit of Scandinavian modernism. With their organic forms and wealth of angles inspired by the Danish countryside, his vintage lounge chairs, sofas and other seating pieces offer ergonomic comfort and lasting visual appeal.
Born Kristian Illum Wikkelsø and raised in a town near Faaborg, Denmark, the designer grew up around carpentry and cabinetmaking. He apprenticed with a cabinetmaker in his teens and enrolled in classes at the Technical Society School in Copenhagen as well as the Danish School of Arts & Crafts. At the latter, Wikkelsø studied under Kaare Klint, an architect and designer widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture.
After completing his studies, Wikkelsø went on to work with famed Danish architect and furniture maker Jacob Kjær. After a time with Kjær, he moved on. He went to work for designer and architect Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen at Hvidt & Mølgaard, a firm established by Mølgaard-Nielsen — Wikkelsø’s former instructor at the Technical Society School — and Peter Hvidt that yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years.
In 1954, Wikkelsø opened his own design studio in Aarhus, Denmark. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he made quite a name for himself, with designs that were new and innovative to the industry at the time. He created furniture for Holger Christiansen and secured commissions from the Danish government. While he’s likely best known today for his inviting teak and leather lounge chairs or slender rosewood dining chairs, some of Wikkelsø’s 1960s-era lounge chairs merged Danish craftsmanship and Pop art with their unconventionally shaped chrome frames and vibrantly colored upholstery.
Wikkelsø passed away in 1999, but collectors around the world continue to prize his outstanding designs.
Find vintage Illum Wikkelsø tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Illum Wikkelsø
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Large Danish Midcentury Teak Sofa Model 444 by Illum Wikkelso, Early 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Aarhus
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning large Danish modern 1960s sofa designed by Illum Wikkelso as model 444 for Aarhus Møbelfabri the early 1960s. Wikkelso's sofa design of the 1960s were really some of the coo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Wool, Teak
Danish Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful two-seat sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø and produced by Holger Christiansen in the 1960s in Denmark.
The sofa is in an great original condition with just little trac...
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20th Century Danish Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Leather
Great Leather and Hardwood Sofa by Illum Wilkkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Montreal, QC
Green leather and hardwood sofa by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen.
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1960s Danish Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
1950 Illum Wikkelsø Wingback Chair 'Model 110' Teak Wood Dominique Kieffer Wool
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Illum Wikkelsø for Søren Willadsen, wingback chair 'Model 110', teak completely renovated and reupholstered in Dominique Kieffer orange wool.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Wool, Teak
Danish Modern Black Lacquered Beech and Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, 1950s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important 1950s lounge chair in lacquered beech and paper cord by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. This stunning chair was manufactured at the cabinetmaker N. Eilersen in the...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Papercord, Beech
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Produced by Michael Laursen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Michael Laursen in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Steel
Leather and Elm Armchair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels E. Eilersen, 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Sculptural Danish armchair in elm designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Cabinetmaker Niels Eilersen. It was made in Denmark during the 1950s. It has been reupholstered with dark brown lea...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Elm
Rosewood and Leather Armchair by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilerson
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rectilinear Scandinavian Modern armchair designed by Illum Wikkelso featuring an exposed solid rosewood frame, wide flattened arms, and loose natural leather cushions with a beauti...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of High Back "Capella" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of rosewood "Capella" series lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen. The unique armrest inlay is a highlight of the design. Original fabric cushions attac...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Upholstery, Wood
Illum Wikkelso Teak and Smoked Glass Large Coffee Table, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Modern Illum Wikkelso for C. F. Christensen teak coffee table with smoked gray glass surface. Featuring a smooth, braced and sturdy...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Glass, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model Croissant Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model croissant designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Leather, Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak cabinet by Illum Wikkelsø for Soren Willadsen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak cabinet by Illum Wikkelsø for Soren Willadsen
This cabinet was designed by Illum Wikkelsø and produced by Danish company Soren Willadsen in the 1950s....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Oak, Teak
Black Leather and Elm Armchair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels E. Eilersen, 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This sculptural Danish elm armchair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen. It was manufactured in Denmark during the 1950s. It has been reuphols...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Leather, Elm
Teak Folding Tables by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fine set of three beautifully scaled and detailed teak folding tables that nest elegantly into a side table for storage.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Teak
Large Coffee table in Teak Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Lejre, DK
A large coffee table designed by Illum Wikkelsø and crafted in teak from the 1960s is a prime example of Danish mid-century modern design that seamlessly combines functionality and a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Teak
Very Rare Set of Four Dining Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Munich, DE
A set of four patinated oak side chairs, front legs with visible joints, seat and back stretched with brown painted colored leather. Manufactured by Mikael Laursen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Illum Wikkelsø Cognac Leather Lounge Chair for Koefoed's Møbelfabrik
By Illum Wikkelsø, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
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Leather, Foam, Walnut
'IW3' Rocking Chair, Mid 20th Century Danish
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bristol, GB
The beautiful 'IW3' rocking chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, in beech wood with a high back and iconic armrests.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Beech
Mid Century, Danish Armchair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bristol, GB
The handsome 'Capella' armchair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, with an elegant solid oak frame that displays a relaxed stance. The two loose box cushions are in original brown...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø, Lounge Chair, Leather, Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in High Point, NC
A leather and rosewood lounge chair designed by Illum Wikkelsø and produced by Søren Willadsen, Vejen, Denmark, 1960s.
14.5" seat height
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelso three-seat sofa Niels Eilersen Denmark 1962
By Neils Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful elegant shaped three-seat sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Niels Eilersen, 1962. This sculpted sofa features a solid teak wooden frame and the cushions a...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Illum Wikkelso lounge chairs Niels Eilersen Denmark 1962
By Neils Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful elegant shaped pair of lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1962. These sculpted low back chairs feature a solid teak wooden...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Scandinavian Modern pair of Easy Chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen. The pair of teak armchairs are covered with the original multi-colored fabric similar to boucle. The e...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Settee by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Francisco, CA
A two-seater sofa with tapered rosewood legs and 2 seat cushions. Upholstered with red leather. Model V12.
Exceptional condition for a piece of this vintage. Very little wear with...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Red Lacquered Stool / Side Table by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful Scandinavian Modern side table or stool by Danish architect Illum Wikkelsø. The stool is made from red lacquered wood and teakwood and features a big upholstered cushion in...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair Illum Wikkelsø Plexus Chair of Mahogany Black Leather Upholstery, Denmark
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Pair of Plexus chairs by the Danish furniture architect Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999), manufactured by cabinetmaker C.F. Christensen, Silkeborg, in...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Cane, Mahogany, Leather
Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960
By Finn Juhl, Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful pair sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen.
The sofa come with brown-cognac leather and teak wood. The s...
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20th Century Danish Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960
By Finn Juhl, Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen.
Both lounge chairs come with brown-cognac leathe...
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20th Century Danish Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather
Illum Wikkelsø Wikkelsoe Leather Armchair Chair black Niels Eilersen Set of 2
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Danish modern teak chair with thick black aniline leather.
Design by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Niels Eilersen.
Great comfort with o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Illum Wikkelsø Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Illum Wikkelsø 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 Illum Wikkelsø furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 241 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Illum Wikkelsø were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Johannes Andersen, Peter Hvidt, and France & Søn. Prices for Illum Wikkelsø furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $614 and can go as high as $37,737, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,450.
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