Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg was a passionate innovator and lighting designer credited with the success of the Danish lighting company Fog & Mørup. His sleek ceiling lights, floor lamps and table lamps are characterized by the simple lines and clean aesthetic of Scandinavian modern design.
Hammerborg was born in Randers, Denmark, in 1920. As a young man, he trained as a silversmith before attending the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. In 1949, Hammerborg began working as a silversmith at leading Danish silverware brand Georg Jensen. He worked at Georg Jensen until 1957, when he became the chief designer at Fog & Mørup.
Hammerborg brought both his modernist designs and his good business sense to Fog & Mørup. He helped the company create a strong brand and implemented a stringent manufacturing process to ensure high quality. During his time with Fog & Mørup, Hammerborg designed over 60 lighting fixtures and collaborated with other designers such as Torsten Thorup and Claus Bonderup, Erik Balslev, Sophus Frandsen and more. Vintage Hammerborg lighting is functional and accessible and was intended for easy coordination with modern interior decor.
Among Hammerborg's most famous works are his 1966 Trombone series. Trombone pendants, floor lamps and table lamps feature cylindrical shades in various metallic finishes and are fantastically versatile. The Milieu pendant from 1975 is another notable Hammerborg design. Its hemispherical shape gives the shade a light and airy quality, and Hammerborg's love of parachuting inspired its distinctive appearance.
Hammerborg left Fog & Mørup in 1980. The company subsequently underwent a series of mergers that eventually led to its closure.
Hammerborg’s brilliant lighting creations remain in high demand today. The Hammerborg family has collaborated with Danish furniture brand Warm Nordic — which has reissued iconic mid-century works such as Hans Olsen’s inviting Fried Egg armchair — in order to relaunch the Trombone and Milieu series.
On 1stDibs, find an extensive collection of vintage Jo Hammerborg lighting.
Modernist Vintage Zone Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: hanging light Design: Jo Hammerborg Producer: Fog and Mørup Origin: Denmark Age: 1960s This pendant light was designed by Jo Ham...
Metal
$1,250 / item
1950s Jo Hammerborg Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Black Metal Cylindrical Jo Hammerborg Pendants for Louis Poulsen Executed in black painted cylindrical metal with custom patinated bra...
Metal
1 of the 2 'Kastor' Metal Pedants from Jo Hammerborg voor Fog en Mørup, 1960
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful pendant from Jo Hammerborg voor Fog en Mørup, Denmark 1960s. The pendant consists of eight eliptical discs made of copper toned spun metal. We can deliver different colou...
Metal, Copper
Orient Major Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The Orient Major pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also two ...
Copper
$305Sale Price|20% Off
Large Midcentury Pendant, Jo Hammerborg, Denmark, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - rare type and size
Metal, Copper
Trombone Floor Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Trombone floor lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern tall floor lamp in lacquered aluminium and chrome. Cylindri...
Metal
Ultra Copper Ceiling Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Ultra ceiling lamp, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian modern lighting design. Crafted from...
Copper
Pair of Saturn Pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Two Saturn pendants, designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup. The model is a structure of two concentric cylindrical copper bands that are held tog...
Metal, Copper
Eiffel hanging lamp by jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s.
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Genève, GE
A rare saturn pendant light called 'Tunika'. Designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1966 and manufactured in Denmark by Fog & Mørup during the late 1960s.
Metal
Medio Ceiling Light with Original Box by Jo Hammerborg, 1966
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
The "Medio" pendant is a classic example of Danish lighting design, created by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in 1966. This specific piece is a rare find as it comes with its orig...
Metal, Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Pendant Light "Juno" 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960s. Model: "Juno" Acryl, copper and black laquered metal.
Metal, Copper
Jo Hammerborg, Pendant Lights, Metal, Acrylic, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black, copper-colored and white acrylic pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Repl...
Metal
Copper and Black Colored Pendant by Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Copper and black colored pendant by Fog & Mørup. The lamp consists of four segments: two black ones with orange on the inside and two copper colored pieces which are white on the ins...
Metal
Midcentury Pendant, Jo Hammerborg, Denmark, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg, Carl Thore, Fog & Mørup
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - rare type
Copper
Ceiling Pendant In Model Hercules By Jo Hammerborg For Fog & Mørup From 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceiling pendant, model Hercules, by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup from the 1960s. It is a retro pendant lamp that reflects beautiful Scandinavian design in top class. The lamp is the perfect decor lamp...
Brass
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Bent Karlby, RAAK, Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa
Located in München, DE
Very nice and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. There is a cozy light. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammerborg C...
Metal
Purple "Ultra" Aluminum Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
The "Ultra" features a complex composition of concentric bands: six smaller white lacquered cylinders merge into a larger, single outer form. This layering ensures the light source i...
Metal, Aluminum
The Orient Pendulum designed by Jo Hammersborg produced by Fritz Hansen
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Orient pendant is a classic and iconic lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fritz Hansen. This lamp is an excellent example of mid-20th century Danish design. Jo Hammerborg was a ...
Wood
Brass & Black "Etna" Cylinder Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Etna" Pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup (Denmark) in 1963, launched as part of Hammerborg's "Saturn" series. The centerpiece of the design is a cylindrical main sha...
Metal, Brass
Copper Roulet Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Copper Roulet pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1963 and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. The lamp consists of four rings encompassing each other...
Copper
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lights by Jo Hammerborg, Made in Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Great original condition.
Metal, Copper
President_, Jo Hammerborg, Fog _ Morup., 1900-talets andra hälft. copy
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Montclair, NJ
Table lamp model "President" by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Made in Denmark. Two sockets for light bulbs. Made from aluminium with tripod foot stem in chromed steel and 3 small p...
Metal, Aluminum
Orient P1 Pendant Made In Copper & Rosewood By Jo Hammerborg From 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Lejre, DK
The Orient P1 pendant from Fritz Hansen, designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s, represents mid-century modern lighting design. With its streamlined lines and minimalist aesthetics, ...
Copper
Ceiling lamp Model Ultra, Designed By Jo Hammerborg By Fog og Mørup From 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
The ceiling lamp "Ultra", designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog og Mørup in the 1960s, is a prominent example of Danish design from the mid-20th century. The lamp is made of copper, whic...
Copper
Mid-Century Danish Diskos Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design with an elegant shape. As the name suggests, t...
Metal
Blue Juno Hanging Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Blue (slight purple tone) flying saucer pendant light called 'Juno' and designed by Jo Hammerborg for his Rainbow Line in 1969. Manufacture...
Steel
Pair of ‘Kastor’ Copper Wall Lamps by Jo Hammerborg, Denmark 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in GORINCHEM, NL
This set of Kastor wall lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern lighting. Characterized by their sleek lines and minimalist aesthetic,...
Copper
Midcentury Ceiling Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare pair of midcentury ceiling lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark, model "Nordlys". The lamps consist of a teak base with six brass arms, holding the frosted opaline gl...
Brass
Set of 2 Mid-Century Danish Life Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant pendant lights from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A simple and timeless design. The lamp consists of two elements, a ce...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Space Age Hydra 2 Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant pendant lamp from the danish manufacturer fog & mørup after a design by jo hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design. The lamp body shows a flat cylinder shape. The cyl...
Metal
Sky Blue Skala Wall Lamp By Jo Hammerborg For Fog&Mørup, original box included
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the captivating "Skala" Wall Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog&Mørup, Denmark. This large wall lamp offers a versatile lighting solution, thanks to its three pivoting points ...
Metal
Trombone Lamp by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice clean floor lamp from Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, good clean chrome and no dings on the aluminum shade, in full working condition.
Chrome, Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg Vintage Danish "Roulet" Copper Pendant Made by Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original vintage "Roulet" ceiling lamp/pendant designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. It's made of copper with orange and white lacquer inside. The lamp is made by...
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Danish Orient Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Orient minor pendant light from the danish manufacturer fog & morup after a design by jo hammerborg from the early 1960s. Here in the rare version in aluminum and black. a very simp...
Metal
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg, RAAK, Bent Karlby, Fog & Mørup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A comfortable light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Tunika Copper Pendant Lamp for Fog & Mørup, Danish 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare saturn pendant light called 'Tunika'. Designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1966 and manufactured in Denmark by Fog & Mørup during the late 1960s. I...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Corona Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pendant lamp by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup to a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 60s. A simple and symmetrical design. Striking is the contrast of aluminum and matte black....
Metal
$1,217Sale Price|30% Off
Jo Hammerborg Pisa Pendant Light, Orange Glass & Teak, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish midcentury modern warm orange yellow glass pendant by acclaimed designer Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup using Holmegaard glass. Thi...
Glass, Opaline Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Saturn Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
The Saturn is a classic from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup from a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1950s. It is a very simple and symmetrical Minimalist design with attention t...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Cylinder Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Cylinder Double Pendant by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 60s. The lamp body consists of two simple cylinders made of aluminium. T...
Metal
Set of 2 Unique Patinated Kastor Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Lyfa, Erik Balslev, Fog and Morup, Kay Korbing, Jo Hammerborg
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and uniquely patinated Kastor wall lamps from the 1960s. Impressively beautiful and contemporary design. A spectacular play of light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and...
Metal
Set of 2 Mid-Century Danish Orient Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two Orient table lights from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup according to a design by Jo Hammerborg from the early 1960s. A very simple and symmetrical design with an ornamental...
Metal
$553Sale Price|45% Off
Scandinavian Modern Orient Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1960s table lamp model "Orient" by the Danish Designer Jo Hammerborg. It was manufactured by Fog & Morup in Copenhagen Denmark in the late 1960s. The lamp is made from brushed alum...
Aluminum
Trombone Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, Denmark 1960's
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rochester, NY
Trombone table / desk lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup - Copenhagen, Denmark - circa 1960's.. Signed w/ hanging paper string tag & label by switch / European el...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Saturn Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
The Saturn is a classic design by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg circa 1950. Here an early version from the production between 1957 and 1963. It ...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Trombone Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare trombone table lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 60s. A minimalist design. The luminaire head consists of a simple aluminum...
Metal
Space Age Ceiling Lamp Corona by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large conical pendant lamp made from brushed aluminum set with a matte black shade. It’s called Corona and was designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by in the early 1960s.
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg Yellow Sektor Pendant Lamp for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare cylindrical yellow pendant light called 'Sektor'. Designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1975 and manufactured in Denmark by Fog & Mørup during the m...
Steel
Ceiling Light Vega by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in KUTNO, PL
The Vega lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup is a classic example of 1960s Danish modernism, combining elegance of form with functionality of light The Vega lamp fits the aest...
Glass
Set of Brass Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A set (2) of classic NOVA brass pendant lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic. * A set (2) brass lacqured pendant lights - oran...
Metal, Brass
White Minimalist Pendant Lamp Hydra 1 by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Cylindrical white tiered Hydra 1 pendant lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by the Danish company Fog & Mørup in the 1970s. Its made from powder coated and chromed steel...
Steel
Old Danish triple pendant light in metal and rosewood, Jo Hammerborg 1960.
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent large Scandinavian pendant light. Three copper-plated metal bulbs, each topped with a rosewood cone and connected above by a rosewood bar. Superb, understated, and elegan...
Aluminum
1950s Jo Hammerborg 'Saturn' Brass & Black Pendant for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Jo Hammerborg 'Saturn' brass & black pendant for Fog & Mørup. A Minimalist Danish modern design Classic executed in brass and black enameled metal. Body of lamp measures approx...
Brass, Metal
Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, Model Hydra 1, 1970s
By Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Berlin, BE
Classic light from Denmark. Metal lamp, powder coated and chrome frame. Very high quality. Design: Jo Hammerborg Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Mode...
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Hanging Lamp 'Life' by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1970s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This model 'Life' was designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1970s. It features a green powder-coated aluminum shade and a center tube in bra...
Aluminum
Jo Hammerborg Gray Glass Pisa Pendant by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Holmegaard, Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
One of three sleek Danish midcentury modern warm gray art glass pendant by acclaimed designer Johannes Hammerborg (1920-1982) for Fog & Mørup with Danish Holmegaard. The model is...
Glass, Opaline Glass
Danish Corona Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Fog & Mørup, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Thorsten Orrling, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa
Located in München, DE
Very nice Corona pendant lamp by Fog and Morup from the 1960s. The arrangement of the slats and the color design create a very cozy lighting atmosphere. Impressively beautiful and co...
Metal
Danish Jo Hammerborg Pair Bedroom Wall Lights CORDA Brass by Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of vintage bedroom wall lights/wall sconces model Corda designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in 1967. They are made of brass with lacquer on...
Metal, Brass
Sizeable Pair of 1960s copper pedants by Jo Hammerborg edited by Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in København K, 84
This pair of sizeable copper pendant lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, reflects the architectural clarity of Scandinavian ...
Metal, Copper
Danish Modern "Orient Major" Pendants in Patinated Copper by Jo Hammerborg, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Odense, DK
Rare original production "Orient Major" pendants made by Fog & Mørup, Copenhagen in 1963. Design by Jo Hammerborg (1920-1982). Made in solid patinated copper and turned rosewood tops...
Copper