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 Rosewood Armchairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbler, 1960s. Set of 6
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Rosewood Armchairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbler, 1960s. Set of 6. Elegant and beautiful Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern armchairs designed by Johannes Andersen for U...
Rosewood
''Capri'' Swivel Armchair by Johannes Andersen, 1960
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Göteborg, SE
Fantastic armchair "Capri" by Johannes Andersen that we renovated to top condition! The armchair has new padding and reupholstered with a very durable and exclusive bouclé fabric "Or...
Bouclé
Danish Modern Teak Armchair Model BA113 by Johannes Andersen, 1960s
By Brdr. Andersen, Johannes Andersen
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Beautiful Danish modern teak armchair, Model BA113, designed by architect Johannes Andersen and produced by Brdr. Andersens Møbelfabrik, Vejen, in the 1960s. Featuring a sculptural d...
Leather, Teak
Johannes Andersen Rosewood Armhairs Exellent Condition Customizable Reupholstery
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Two fully restored Customizable Johannes Andersen rosewood armchairs in excellent condition made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. The comfortable armchairs feature a clean simple ye...
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Fully Restored Johannes Andersen Mahogany Armchairs Customisable Reupholstery
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Fully restored Johannes Andersen mahogany armchairs custom reupholstery included The armchairs feature a clean simple yet elegant design that will fit in well in most houses. The ...
Mahogany
Reupholstered Yellow Armchair by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen armchair for CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery. This chair is reupholstered with Kvadrat, Coda 2 in full accordance with the original upholstery as desi...
Teak, Wool
Pair of Danish Armchairs Chairs by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
A rare and extremely stylish pair of Danish chairs by Johannes Andersen. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are beautifully designed w...
Leather, Wood
Reupholstered Danish Easy Chair by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Edgy Johannes Andersen armchair for CFC Silkeborg in stunning new upholstery. This chair is reupholstered with De Ploeg, Bergen12/08 in full accordance with the original upholstery a...
Wool, Teak
$6,158Sale Price / set|24% Off
Johannes Andersen 2 armchairs "Hollywood" a pair for AB Trensums, Denmark 1960
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Paris, IDF
A stunning pair of vintage Danish armchairs, designed by Johannes Andersen. This model is called the ‘Hollywood’, they were made in Denmark by Trensums around the 1960. They are of ...
Fabric, Oak
$5,184
H 42.13 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Fully Restored Vintage Chesterfield Porters Wingback Armchair Brown Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Porters barrel back armchair in whisky brown leather This chair a real tour de force, is has absolutely everything going ...
Leather
20th Century Mustard Yellow Dante Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
Velvet, Beech
$3,995 / set
H 33.5 in W 22.25 in D 21 in
6 Scandinavian Modern Teak Dining Chairs Uldum Mobelfabrik att Johannes Andersen
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern set of 6 teak dining chairs by Uldum Mobelfabrik Attributed to Johannes Andersen with golden chenille fabric. Beautiful condition, keep...
Fabric, Teak
$4,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 81.89 in D 31.5 in
Johannes Andersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Sofa in Bordeaux leather
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Dronten, NL
Magnificent 3-seater sofa designed by Johannes Andersen in solid rosewood with a concealed steel frame. The advanced design of this rare sofa makes it appear very light and transpar...
Leather, Rosewood
$1,738Sale Price|37% Off
H 38.98 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
4 Danish Johan Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik Vintage Retro 1960 Dining Chairs
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Markington, GB
Set of 4 Danish Dining Chairs by Johan Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, 1960s ICONIC DANISH MODERN A stunning set of four vintage dining chairs design...
Teak
$3,007 / item
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
Velvet, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Teak Dining Chairs By Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous sculptural set of four Danish Modern dining chairs were designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, in the 1960s. The model is no. 16. These elegant chairs fea...
Upholstery, Teak
Johannes Andersen Capri Longue Chair 1950s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Čelinac, BA
Johannes Andersen Capri Longue Chair 1950s in original condition
Fabric
Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...
Velvet, Beech
Mid Century Armchairs by TON Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Lucenec, SK
These chairs were produced by the renowned Czechoslovakian manufacturer TON in the 1960s. Chairs were clearly inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics. The slick, organic shaped armrest ...
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
$2,500 / set
H 17 in W 18.5 in D 31 in
Set of Two Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Chairs
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of two Danish modern dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, sculpted from teak with new leather upholstery, and in the style of Niels Otto Moller.
Leather, Teak
$902
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 16.93 in
Model 94 teak dining chair by Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg, 1960s
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Great design. The teak wooden frame has been refinished an is in very good condition. The chair has been reupholstered with a good quality, durable fabric. Beautiful piece
Fabric, Teak
Johannes Andersen Lounge Chair with Pink Velours Upholstery
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen, pink fabric and teak, Denmark, 1950s. Easy chair with a frame of wood and rose mohair-velours upholstery and teak frame. By the round shapes and soft pink uphol...
Velvet, Teak
Sold
H 33.47 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in
Johannes Andersen rosewood armchair Uldum Mobelfabrik Denmark 1960
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Elegant armchair by Johannes Andersen produced by Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. It is a refined example of Scandinavian craftsmanship and organic modern design. Execute...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 33.86 in W 22.25 in D 21.66 in
Danish Rosewood Armchair by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, 1960s.
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Rosewood Armchair by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, 1960s. Elegant and beautiful Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mø...
Rosewood
Johannes Andersen armchair in rosewood Uldum Mobelfabrik 1960
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Elegant armchair designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960. This chair exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and sculptural beauty of Danish modern design. Cr...
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Danish His and Her’s Set of Armchairs By Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
Set of armchairs of structural design with beautiful lines newly upholstered in a bouclé fabric, mid-century Danish designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured by Trensums. The ar...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very impressive pair of Danish vintage armchairs by Johannes Andersen. They were made in Denmark in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, the frames have absolutely...
Bouclé, Wood
Danish Modern solid Teak Armchair by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful elegant solid teak sculpted armchair, designed by Johannes Andersen all original condition finish and fabric solid and sturdy, this chair was in storage for 30 years its al...
Upholstery, Teak
Silkeborg Teak Chair Set of 2 by Johannes Andersen
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of 2 exceptionally attractively shaped teak chairs from Silkeborg is in excellent condition. The massive, but nevertheless light-looking, wooden frame with a very beautiful ...
Fabric, Teak
1960's Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning pair of vintage Danish armchairs, designed by Johannes Andersen. This model is called the ‘Hollywood’, they were made in Denmark by Trensums and dates from aro...
Bouclé, Oak
Johannes Andersen Pair of Desk or Side Chairs for Uldum, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic pair of of armchairs or desk chairs designed by Johs. Andersen in the 1950's for Uldum in Denmark. Rare model sought after and perfect accent chairs or desk chairs for any ...
Teak, Wool
Sold
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
Set of Six Dining Room Chairs in Rosewood, Model BA113, by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six dining room chairs in rosewood and newly upholstered with black elegance leather, designed by Johannes Andersen, model BA113, Manufactored by Brdr. Andersens møbelfabrik A...
Leather, Rosewood
Johannes Andersen Armchair
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen armchair with frame of rosewood. New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather. Made by Uldum Møbelfabrik.
Leather, Rosewood