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.
Danish Modern Large Ceramic Bowl Hexagonal Brown Blue by Johannes Andersen 1960s
By Axel Salto, Stig Lindberg, Saxbo, Johannes Andersen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Modern large ceramic bowl by Danish designer and ceramist Johannes Andersen. Manufactured in Johannes Andersens own studio ca 1960s. The bowl has an hexagonal shape with a gl...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl by Søholm, Beige, Denmark, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Bowl from Søholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Cera...
Ceramic
$1,310
H 1.23 in Dm 2.25 in
Blue Stoneware Miniature Bowl by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
By Wilhelm Kage, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware bowl with amazing blue hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Teakwood Serving Bowl by Jens Harald Quistgaard, Denmark, 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Odense, DK
Large teakwood bowl by Danish designer Jens Harald Quistgaard / IHQ. Produced by Quistgaards own company "Dansk" in the 1960s. Made in best quality solid...
Teak
Stig Lindberg “Veckla” Ceramic Bowl for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautifully sculptural ceramic bowl designed by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1960s. This example from the sought-after “Veckla” series showcases Lindberg’s playful ...
Ceramic
Danish Modern Ceramic Dish by Thomas Toft, 1960s
By Thomas Toft
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small ceramic bowl with oily green glaze and geometric arrow incisions. Designed by the Danish ceramist Thomas Toft and manufactured at his own studio during the early 1960s. It is s...
Ceramic
Blue Stoneware Miniature Bowl by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
By Stig Lindberg, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware bowl with amazing glossy 'aniara' glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gothic Ceramic Bowl or Jardiniere by Michael Andersen & Son, 1960s
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This bowl or jardiniere, crafted by Michael Andersen & Son, is a remarkable reproduction of a baptismal font discovered in a church in Åkirkeby on Bornholm. The original font, adorne...
Stoneware
Large Bronze Bowl by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Extraordinary Large Bronze Bowl made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Large round bowl in full bronze with border bands and illustration of shepherd with sheep. * Designer: Just An...
Bronze
$705
H 2.17 in W 9.45 in D 10.08 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Green & Blue Ceramic Dish Bowl by Palshus Denmark
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Palshus, Gunnar Nylund, Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Soholm Pottery
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Large Modernist vide-poche or low bowl in olive green tones with an impressive blue flame in the center. The blue effects are replicated onto the outside edge of the ceramic. It com...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$472
H 2.17 in Dm 11.82 in
Danish Modernist Ceramic Centerpiece Plate by Eva & Johannes Andersen, 1960s
By Eva & Johannes Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unique slate black and white dish/bowl decorated with fish. It was designed by the Danish Husband and wife - design duo Eva & Johannes Andersen du...
Ceramic
$951
H 1.97 in W 4.1 in D 4.1 in
Blue Stoneware Bowl by Berndt Friberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1960s
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage, Berndt Friberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware bowl with amazing 'aniara' glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Incised signat...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Blue Stoneware Miniature Bowl by Berndt Friberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s
By Stig Lindberg, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful miniature stoneware bowl with amazing light blue hare’s fur glaze. Made by master thrower Berndt Friberg, in the artist's studio at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1960s. Great con...
Ceramic, Stoneware