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.
Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 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 simple and timeless design. The lamp body shows a simple pill sha...
Metal
Ultra Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Copper Pendant Light in very fine condition designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Round copper lacqured pendant light * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Mod...
Metal, Copper
$455Sale Price|20% Off
Black Orient Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
The Orient Pendant Lamp was designed in 1963 by Jo Hammerborg for Fog Mørup and relaunched in 2013 by Fritz Hansen in collaboration with the Hammerborg family. Fog & Mørup produced...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Nova Patinated Copper Ceiling Lamp Fog & Mørup Denmark 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lisboa, PT
This “Nova” ceiling lamp, designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, exemplifies the sculptural precision and functional elegance that define Scandinavian...
Copper
Midi Bunker Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in Green
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Danish manufacturer Fog and Mørup, the Midi Bunker ceiling pendant is among the rarer configurations in the Bunker lighting series. The fixt...
Metal, Chrome, Enamel
Rare Jo Hammerborg / Fog & Mørup Table Lamp Model Senior
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / teak base fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 60W each double glass shade green and white. Designed by Hammerborg model „Senior“ E7163/1 and produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960...
Brass
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timel...
Aluminum
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Kay Korbing, Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A cozy light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammer...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Table Lamp Model Senior Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark 1966
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare table lamp model Senior designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. Satin aluminium, black lacquerd and chrome base, glass lilla lampshade exterior, opal whit...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
Aluminum
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Bent Karlby, RAAK, Fog and Morup, Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg
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
$998Sale Price|25% Off
Jo Hammerborg Orange Skala Swing Arm Wall Lamp for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare swing arm wall sconce or table lamp in its original orange color. It is called Skala and was designed in 1969 by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup in Denmark from ...
Metal
Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Flos, Artemide, Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup
Located in München, DE
A very beautiful Milieu Midi pendant lamp by Fog and Morup from the 1960s. The lighting effect is exceptionally beautiful. Impressively beautiful and contemporary design. It creates ...
Metal
Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Soft Copper Pendants Light designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendants * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Model: Ultra * Manufactu...
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Danish Poker Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg. A simple design. The curves of the screen are designed soft in large radii. Striking is the p...
Metal
Blue "Equator" Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1968 (NOS)
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Equator" pendant, by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Launched in 1968 (This model was part of the colorful "Rainbow" line often featured in late 60s catalogs). The sp...
Metal, Aluminum
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
Pair of 1960s Floor Lamps with new shades by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in København K, 84
This rare pair of Danish Modern floor lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg for the esteemed lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen during the 1960s, epitomizes the sophisticatio...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Danish Flet Leather Floor Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Hamburg, DE
An elegant floor lamp by the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup, based on a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A timeless design with exceptional material quality. The lamp fe...
Metal
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
Kastor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1969
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Søborg, DK
The Kastor pendant represents one of Jo Hammerborg's most sculptural achievements for Fog & Mørup. Designed in 1969 during the golden age of Danish lighting design, this pendant ...
Copper
1960s Jo Hammerborg Copper Nova Pendant Lamp For Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Copper edition ‘Nova’ lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1963 for Fog & Mørup, Denmark. Finished in polished Copper to the outside with contrasting black and white and orange colours...
Copper
FloraLite Garden Lamp by Jo Hammerborg 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Handewitt, DE
Old FloraLite garden lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960s. Original condition.
Metal
Vintage Danish "Milieu" Copper Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original vintage "Milieu" ceiling pendant designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. It's made of copper on the surface with orange and white lacquer inside. The lamp ...
Metal, Copper
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
Set of Danish Modern Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Modern Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside. * Designer: J...
Copper
Jo Hammerborg Table Lamp Model President Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark 1966
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare table lamp model President designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. Teak and brass base, brass lampshade. This table lamp features two light sources. Lite...
Brass
$1,814Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Danish Orient Table Lamps in Copper by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Pair of Orient table lamps in brushed copper. Design by Jo Hammerborg in 1957 for Fog & Morup, Denmark. Jo Hammerborg has been the art director of Fog & Morup for over 20 years. ...
Metal, Copper
Danish Modern Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Roulette Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacquered pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside * Designer: ...
Copper
1 of the 2 'Kastor' Metal Pedants from Jo Hammerborg voor Fog en Mørup, 1960
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
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
$700Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Jo Hammerborg President Table Lamp for Fog & Mørup in Teak and Brass
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Danish Jo Hammerborg president table lamp for Fog & Mørup in brass and teak. Three legged solid brass base with teak feet. Turned stem i...
Brass
Vintage Danish "Diskos" Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish "Diskos" ceiling pendant by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s Elegant Danish Mid-Century Modern aluminium pendant....
Aluminum
Golden Kastor Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Fog and Morup, RAAK, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive Kastor pendant lamp from the 1960s. Impressively beautiful and contemporary design. A spectacular play of light is created in the room. Manufacturer: F...
Brass
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s - Copper-coloured pendant lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup - Based on a design by Jo Hammerborg f...
Metal
Deadstock President Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Morup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
Presenting the epitome of Danish design from the 1960s, the 'President' lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup is a true gem that exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with m...
Brass
Brass Nova Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
A brass pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A classic piece. * A brass lacqured pendant light - orange on the inside * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Model: Nova * Producer:...
Metal, Brass
Orient Minor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The orient minor 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 ...
Copper
Set of Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Elegant Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * A set (2) of wall lamps with white mouth-blown opaline glass shades. * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Opaline Glass
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s.
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Nova Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Stylish and iconic ceiling lamp in satin aluminum. Vintage Danish "Nova" pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog a...
Aluminum
Brass Nova Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
A NOVA brass pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic for a beautiful home. * A brass lacqured pendant light, pale orange on the inside * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Metal, Brass
Excellent Pair of Jo Hammerborg 'NOVA' Pendant Lights for Fog & Morup.
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Chicago, IL
Brushed brass layered pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup When lit, the lamp provides a soft, glare-free downward light, making it ideal for low hanging, and the shin...
Brass
Jo Hammerborg Floor Lamps Model Studio Produced by Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of floor lamps model Studio designed by Jo Hammerborg. Produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark.
Metal, Copper
Jo Hammerborg Trombone Brass Pendant Lamps for Fog & Morup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A matching pair of trombone pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog of Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s. Made from brass-alloyed partially perforated alumin...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Danish Regent Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant table lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A simple and timeless design. The lamp shows a classic division into the ...
Metal
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
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Aluminum
$763Sale Price|20% Off
Fog & Mørup Orient Orient copper teak pendant hanging lamp, Jo Hammerborg 1950s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Vintage pendant "Orient Major" by Jo Hammerborg for Fog en Morup, Denemark, 1957 The large version. (38 cm) The first five years of Jo Hammerborg's 23-year reign as head of design a...
Copper
$1,302Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 2 "Trompet" Hanging Light Copper Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1963
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Hanging light set of 2. Producer: Fog and Morup, 1960s. Design: Jo Hammerbor, 1963. Model: Trompet Origi...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Scandinavian Midcentury Copper "Kastor" Wall Lights, Denmark 1960
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design couple of copple sconces wall lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Morup, ignition via original string and manufacturer’s stic...
Copper
Pair Grey Danish Zone Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup 1960s
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Fog & Mørup, Bent Karlby, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Scandinavian modernist pendant lights from the 1960s. Danish Zone Pendant Lamps in a very elegant light grey Color. Design by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s Nice ori...
Metal, Steel
1960s Jo Hammerborg Copper & Black Pendant for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, this pendant light pairs two stacked black enameled metal cylinders with a vertically ribbed co...
Metal, Copper, Enamel
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
Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp Studio by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic scandinavian modern Spot Floorlamp Model Studio has been designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog and Morup in the early 1960s in Denmark. It features a grey lac...
Metal, Aluminum
Saturn Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Saturn pendant, 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 together...
Metal, Copper
Copper Nova pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Copper Nova pendant, designed by Jo Hammerborg, who was the main designer of Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s and 1970s. Nova was produced in three different ty...
Copper
Set of Three Danish Tunika Copper Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three 'Tunika' hanging pendant lamps from the "Saturn Series" designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup (ca. early 1960s, Denmark). As the name suggests, the concept of the de...
Metal, Aluminum, Copper
$743Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Midcentury Large Pendant VEGA, Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - representative - iconic - marked by label
Metal, Aluminum
Copper Ultra Pendant By Jo Hammerborg For Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This copper Ultra pendant light was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the very early 1960s. The lamp consists of seven rings. Ultra was produced in solid copper and lacqu...
Copper
A pair of original 1960s danish modern pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in København K, 84
A pair of original 'Life' pendants lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark. They are beautiful medium sized pendants emitting a direct light...
Metal, Brass