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Johannes Andersen

Danish, 1903-1991

Denmark has a long tradition of producing some of the most acclaimed furniture designers of the 20th century. Johannes Andersen is no exception — his name is synonymous with mid-century modern design. He elevated Scandinavian modernism’s prioritization of practicality and space conservation to new heights and worked with luxurious woods like teak, mahogany and rosewood for a range of designs that merged grace and function.

After completing his cabinetmaker apprenticeship in his early 20s, Andersen began to design for several furniture makers, including CFC Silkeborg and Trensum. A few years later, he opened his own workshop and enjoyed success from the outset. Free of the constraints of working under another studio, Andersen quickly developed his own, distinctive style that drew on Danish functionalism and human-centered design.

After the end of World War II, Andersen noticed the worldwide postwar consumption boom and the burgeoning interest in Scandinavian modern design. He took full advantage of this and began to sell his shapely and eye-pleasing tables, chairs and sideboards to markets outside of Denmark. Other Scandinavian manufacturers took notice of Andersen’s work, which led to many successful, career-long collaborations for the furniture maker.

Like Finn Juhl and Alvar Aalto, Andersen was deeply drawn to organic shapes and flowing lines. He transformed furniture’s traditionally square or rectangular panels and surfaces — like the tops of coffee tables and seat-backs of dining room chairs — into imaginative half-moons with rounded corners, beveled edges and fluid contours. His unexpected use of curves is the highlight of his sleek Capri line for Trensum and can be found in his comfortable saddle-shaped Allegra bar stool and playful but elegant Smile coffee table, which sports an anthropomorphic grin in the slot intended to hold magazines.

Andersen wanted his furniture to be compact — he experimented with reducing the footprints of bulky furniture, and his simple, iconic credenzas, sideboards and folding bar cabinets were born. These and other vintage Johannes Andersen furnishings are in high demand today by collectors and mid-century modern enthusiasts all over the world.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Johannes Andersen tables, seating, cabinets and other furniture.

Set of Eight "Juliane" Chairs in Teak by Johannes Andersen, Denmark, 1965
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Hellouw, NL
A very refined set of eight "Juliane" chairs designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen in 1965 for Uldum Mobelfabrik. Behind this design lies a Craft and sensuality that actu...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Fabric, Teak

Tambour Sideboard in Teak by Johannes Andersen for Falster, Denmark 1960s
By Falster Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant sideboard by Johannes Andersen for Falster, Denmark 1960s. This sideboard is made out of teak and features tambour sideboards covering a series of adjustable shelves and draw...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Teak

Curved Danish Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Sofa by Johannes Andersen, Walnut
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Stamford, CT
Curved Danish Mid-Century Modern three seater sofa by Johannes Andersen, walnut. Johannes Andersen for Trensum Møbelfabrik curved Danish Modern sofa in walnut and fabric. Cur...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Fabric, Walnut

2x 1960s-1970s Dining Chair Johannes Andersen for Uldum Danish Design
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
2x 1960s-1970s Dining Chair Johannes Andersen for Uldum Danish design Object: 2x chair Manufacturer: Uldum Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: Width =...
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1970s Danish Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Leather, Teak

1960s Vintage Teak Wood Highboard Design J. Andersen for Uldum
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in None, IT
Highboard sideboard in Teak wood, has four sliding doors and five drawers at the bottom. Design by Jhoannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, 1960s. Conditions: In good condition, ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian Modern dining table in teak wood designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured by Christian Linnenberg Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. This lo...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Nesting Tables in Rio Rosewood by Johannes Ander
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern nesting tables in Rio rosewood by Johannes Andersen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen, 1950
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful rosewood coffee table by Johannes Andersen with two sculptural drawers seamlessly integrated in the tabletop.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Andersen

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Rosewood

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Johannes Andersen furniture for sale on 1stDibs

The furniture of Johannes Andersen are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are often made of wood and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Johannes Andersen furniture there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We stock 170 vintage versions of these items, while there is 0 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Johannes Andersen were created in Europe during the 20th century in the Scandinavian Modern style. If you are looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Illum Wikkels, Erik Buch and Arne Hovmand-Olsen. The prices for Johannes Andersen furniture can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at $289 and tops out at $90,000, while pieces like these can sell for $2,800 on average.

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