After training under his cabinetmaker father and then further afield at Berlin’s Institute of Arts and Crafts Museum and in Paris, Danish furniture designer Jacob Kjær crafted classical English-inspired dining chairs, sofas and other pieces that, many decades later, are understated and elegant in any space.
Kjær returned to Copenhagen in 1926 and opened his own workshop after studying in Germany and working as a joiner in France. His collectible works have all the characteristics that are attributed to Scandinavian modernist furniture — his chairs boast gracefully sloping seat backs and arms that mirror works by designers such as Finn Juhl or Hans Wegner, while his tables and other pieces, typically crafted in teak, rosewood or mahogany, are demonstrative of the deep commitment to craftsmanship associated with likeminded artisans who hail from Nordic regions of the world.
A well-known armchair made by Kjær for use at the UN Building in New York City is the spare and sculptural FN chair. While this iconic seat was first constructed in wood and upholstered in durable leather at the designer’s studio, it was later manufactured by Christensen & Larsen and is now available from Kitani, a Japanese company that offers licensed reproductions of chairs by a range of Danish modernist designers such as Ib Kofod-Larsen, Nanna Ditzel and others.
Kjær participated in the Barcelona World Exhibition in 1929 and held leadership roles in the Arts and Crafts Committee for Export and the Danish Arts and Crafts National Association. He also chaired the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild for a period during the 1950s. An example of one of Kjær’s armchairs is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Jacob Kjær seating, side tables, coffee tables and more.
Jacob Kjær Mid Century Rio Rosewood Free Standing Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Freestanding Rio rosewood writing desk with beautiful grain designed by Jacob Kjær, Denmark 1950-1960. Front with 2x2 drawers with brass pulls. Top with raised edge. The desk shows r...
Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Two Pillar Dining Table by Jacob Kjaer
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This lovely traditional style mahogany dining table boasts a 1930's design with modernist 'pillar' style legs. 88"l x 39" d x 29" with no leaves inserted. Three leaves expand the tab...
Mahogany
1960s Danish Coffee Table in Oak Design Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Handewitt, DE
Coffee table, designed by the Danish master cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær Copenhagen Denmark. Made in solid oak and brass points on the table top. Jacob Kjaer designed the table in 1939 an...
Oak
$2,368
H 28.35 in W 66.15 in D 35.44 in
1970s Scandinavian Modern Oak Dining Table by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining table in oak with two extension leafes of 45 cm. By Henry Kjærnulf. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the 1970s. Perfect match for Henry Kjærnulf chairs...
Oak
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood Of Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This rosewood coffee table is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1960s. The table exudes a timeless elegance and is in nice used condition, which reflects its quality and ...
Rosewood
Child Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This compact desk is functional and stylish, with a minimal design and three drawers for organization. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Rosewood
Peter Lovig free standing writing desk in teak Denmark 1960
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Løvig Design
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Well-crafted freestanding writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, circa 1960. Executed in warm-toned teak, this piece is a refined example of Danish modern design, com...
Teak
$7,880
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, 1960
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, Denmark, 1960s Striking and architectural, this exceptional mid-century executive desk was crafted in Den...
Stainless Steel
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The coffee table, a Danish design from the 1960s, showcases the timeless elegance of teak wood. With its sleek lines and understated sophistication, it epitomizes the mid-century mod...
Teak
Regency Two-Pillar Dining Table in Solid Mahogany, England
Located in Kastrup, DK
Regency two-pillar dining table with one additional centre leaf. Crafted in solid mahogany with beautifully figured grain. The table is constructed in two sections, each raised on a...
Brass
Vintage coffee table in teak, Denmark 1960s
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage coffee table in teak, Denmark 1960s
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Hooker Walnut Writing Desk
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking Mid-Century Modern walnut desk by Hooker Furniture blends timeless design with everyday functionality. Beautifully crafted in rich walnut, it features clean lines, tape...
Brass
$3,837
H 29.14 in Dm 47.25 in
Scandinavian Modern extendable round Oak Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Extendable and retractable oak dining room table by Henning Kjaernulf. We also have a set of 6 matching chairs that would work very well with the tab...
Wood, Oak
Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing desk
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid writing desk, having the original brass gallery, bevel edge mirror flanked by four quality inlaid drawers, a red leather writing surface abo...
Mahogany
$805
H 20.48 in W 53.15 in D 22.05 in
1960s Danish Coffee Table in Teak and Oak, Restored Scandinavian Modern Design
Located in Praha, CZ
This exceptional 1960s Danish coffee table combines a teak-veneered top with a solid oak base featuring sharply angled sculptural legs. Designed and produced in Denmark, it expresses...
Wood, Oak, Teak
Sold
H 20.5 in Dm 29.5 in
Danish Modern Jacob Kjær Teak Cocktail Coffee Table - Round, Teak, Brass Accent
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant cocktail table, designed and made by master Danish cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær. Constructed from solid teak, the table features a refined curved lip detail and round brass points...
Brass
Sold
H 29.34 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Freestanding Desk Made In Rosewood & Brass Handles By Jacob Kjaer From 1960s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk designed by Jacob Kjær in the 1960s. The desk is made of exclusive rosewood and has eight spacious drawers with elegant brass handles. The freestanding design makes...
Rosewood
Dining table in solid mahogany by Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Dining table in solid mahogany w. three extension leaves in pine. Jacob Kjær
Mahogany
Large Desk / Bureau-Plat by Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jacob Kjær (1896-1957) A rare one-of-a-kind freestanding Jacob Kjaer bureau-plat or desk. Masterfully crafted in rosewood with original brass details. Designed and executed in cabine...
Brass
Jacob Kjær Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jacob Kjær 1896-1957. A freestanding Jacob Kjær Walnut desk. Front features four drawers. An elegant and beautiful desk with fine details. The build quality and materials are of the ...
Wood
Jacob Kjær Coffee Table
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Jacob Kjær coffee table. Made of solid cuban mahogany. Tiles By Jens Thirslund from Kähler. Made by Jacob Kjær.
Mahogany, Ceramic
Jacob Kjær Coffee Table
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Jacob Kjær coffee table. Made of solid cuban mahogany Made by Jacob Kjær.
Mahogany
Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant writing desk made in mahogany. Legs with brass shoes. Made in high quality. We have reason to believe that the table is made by Jacob Kjær (1896-1957).
Brass
Jacob Kjær Rosewood Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A freestanding Jacob Kjaer desk of Brazilian rosewood with brass details. Designed and executed app. 1950 by cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark.
Brass
Cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær Rosewood Side Tables, 1950s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CABINETMAKER JACOB KJÆR - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful pair of lamp tables or bedside tables by the Danish Cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær. The side tables are made of rosewood in 195...
Rosewood
Jacob Kjaer Rosewood Table, 1952
By Peder Pedersen, Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Little elegant Jacob Kjaer rosewood side or coffee table, Designed and executed by cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1952.
Rosewood
"One Pillar Table" by Jacob Kjaer
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"One pillar table" by Jacob Kjaer. Solid mahogany and brass. Very nice condition.
Brass