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.
Johannes Andersen Extension Table 1960's
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This is a dining table designed by the renowned Danish designer Johannes Andersen. It was manufactured by Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark, and the maker's mark is clearly visible. Estim...
Teak
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Table, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Seattle, WA
A dining table in teak designed by Johannes Andersen for with clever hidden drawers on both ends concealing two large leaves. The table can accommodate up to 10 seating with extended...
Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model JH-570 Teak & Oak Extendable Dining Table
By Johannes Andersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sacramento, CA
1950s Danish Modern teak and oak Model JH-570 extendable dining table, designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured by Johannes Hansen. The table features steel and brass arms that exten...
Brass, Steel
Dining Table With Extension Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen From 1960s
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Extendable dining table, made of rosewood with two extension leaves, designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s and manufactured by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik. The table has an eleg...
Rosewood
Table à manger scandinave rectangulaire vintage de Johannes Andersen pour Samcom
By Johannes Andersen, Samcom
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Très belle table à manger scandinave rectangulaire vintage des années 60, en teck, magnifique design danois attribué à Johannes Andersen pour Samcom, superbes finitions tout en arron...
Teak
Danish extendable teak dining table, 1960, by Johannes Andersen for Uldum 1960.
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining table with an extension leaf on one side that stores easily underneath. A clever counterweight system allows the extension leaf to be used without additional legs...
Teak
Johannes Andersen Dining Room Table in Dark Walnut for Hans Bech, Denmark 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, Hans Bech
Located in Wien, AT
Elegant Dining Table in Walnut with beautiful grain designed by Johannes Andersen for Hans Bech. The table can be easily extended with two leaves, each 55 cm, stored under the table....
Walnut
Hans J Wegner/Johannes Hansen 567 Teak Dining Table with Three Leaves
By Johannes Andersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This Classic dining table made from old growth teak was designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen. Three interlocking leaves are removable, when fully extended seats 12-...
Teak
Teak 'Smile' Table by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1950s
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Smile table! The iconic Danish, Johannes Andersen, CFC, teak ’Smile’ coffee table, Denmark, 1960s The ’Smile’ coffee table, designed by Johanne...
Teak
Dining Table With Extension Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen From 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Dining table with extension in rosewood, designed by Johannes Andersen and produced by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The table has an integrated extension hidden in the f...
Rosewood
Wood dining table from the 60s - Johannes Andersen - Danish design
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Paris, FR
Dining table (which could serve as a desk), probably in Rio rosewood, by Johannes Andersen, publisher CHR Linneberg, 1960s. Large rectangular dining table from the 60s. This one doe...
Wood
Scandinavian Coffee Table Rosewood by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Coffee table in rosewood by Johannes Andersen, 1960s. Beautiful coffee table with rounded edges, typical for Johannes Andersen’s designs. This rectangular table offers lots of spac...
Rosewood
$2,480
H 28.94 in Dm 47.25 in
Round Dining Table in Solid Oak with Two Extensions, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By CJ Rosengaarden, Kurt Østervig, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A classic round dining table crafted in solid oak, produced in the 1960s by a Danish Cabinetmaker. The table features a sculptural presence well suited to modern interiors, defined b...
Oak
$5,228
H 19.89 in W 66.93 in D 37.41 in
Model "Capri" Coffee Table, Johannes Andersen, Trensum Möbelfabrik, 1960s
By Trensum, Johannes Andersen
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Capri" coffee table, designed by Johannes Andersen, manufacture by Trensum Möbelfabrik, 1960s. Rosewood. Good vintage condition, patina and minor bumps on the table top.
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant MCM Modern dining table features a rich teak grain and a versatile drop-leaf design, perfect for optimizing smaller spaces. Supported by a classic split-gateleg base, th...
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining table in teak with two pull out extension leaves. Measurements: Not extended: 139.5 x...
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Extending Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Danish teak extending dining table, dating from the 1960’s. This is of the utmost quality, with an extremely sleek and stylish design. It is made from solid and ven...
Teak
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 65 in D 37 in
Mid century Teak Danish Modern Extension Dining Table 2 Leaves
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Teak Rectangle Danish Modern extension dining table with (2) nesting pull out leaves. This table has Solid teak apron and tapered legs. This table is in beautiful conditi...
Birch, Teak
$22,700
H 28.94 in W 129.93 in D 68.9 in
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Rare Large Dining or Conference Table in Mahogany
By Johannes Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, dining or conference table, mahogany, stainless steel, Denmark, 1960 An exceptional and rare design by Danish master Hans J. Wegner, executed by the...
Stainless Steel
Extendable Teak Dining Table by Dyrlund, Denmark 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Utrecht, NL
Precious woods and hand finishing define the furniture pieces made by the Danish company, Dyrlund. As this stunning solid teak table shows, great emphasis is placed on skilled crafts...
Wood
$3,253
H 29.14 in W 86.62 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Extendable Dining Table, Denmark 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a classic of Mid Century Modern era, an extendable dining table done in teak. The table has been fully refurbished. It features an extension which allow...
Teak
Danish Extendable Teak Wood Dining Table by Dyrlund, 1960s
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 120 / 170 / 220 × 73 × 73 cm (47.2" / 66.9" / 86.6" × 28.7" × 28.7") Diameter / with 1 / with 2 extensions × Depth × Height Original extendable dining table by Dyrlund, ...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish modern teak drop leaf dining table, 1960s Large dining table with drop leaf extension. Extension leaf can hang on one end or be stored un...
Teak
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H 28.5 in W 90 in D 35 in
Johannes Andersen forJ.L. Møller Møbelfabrik Rosewood Extendable Dining Table
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Johannes Andersen, this table was produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, which was the company owned by Niels Otto Møller, an iconic designer himself. This model is especi...
Rosewood
Danish Vintage Extending Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Danish vintage extending dining table by Johannes Andersen. It is of superb quality and is a great size. It extends to comfortably seat twelve people. The lea...
Wood
Danish Vintage Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
A stunning Danish vintage dining table by Johannes Andersen, dating from the 1960’s. It is of outstanding quality, with a large oval top and two leaves that can be added to extend t...
Wood
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H 28.35 in W 66.93 in D 35.44 in
Large Danish extendable teak dining table 1960 by Johannes Andersen/Uldum.
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining table with a large extension leaf (72 cm) on one side that stores elegantly under the table. A clever counterweight system under the table allows the extension to...
Teak
Round dining table in palissander by Johannes Andersen, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This round dining table in Rio palissander was designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen. It was produced by MSE MOBLER in the 1960s. It includes 2 x 50 cm extensions. This S...
Palisander
Mid-Century Modern Expanding Teak Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning Danish modern teak dining table, designed by the renowned Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik in Denmark, dating back to the 1960s. This exquisite piece is...
Teak
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H 28.75 in Dm 43.31 in
1960s extendable teak dining table, 2 leaves, Johannes Andersen Danish design
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Paris, FR
Round table dating from the 1960s, made of solid teak, designed by Johannes Andersen for MSE Mobler. With its two extension leaves, it can seat up to 10 people. It is ideal for bot...
Teak
Danish Vintage Teak Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
A stunning Danish vintage teak dining table by Johannes Andersen, dating from the 1960’s. It is of outstanding quality, with a large oval top and two leaves that can be added to ext...
Teak
Danish Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This is a dining table designed by Johannes Andersen. The legs and curtains are a unique example of Andersen's unique design in key areas. The straight grain of the teak wood is a perfect match for the linear design and makes the matching chairs even more expressive and attractive. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of designer vintage. Johannes Andersen is one of the Scandinavian designers who created beautiful forms. He was qualified as a furniture maker in 1922 and established his own office in the mid-1930s. He worked with manufacturers in Denmark and created many products. He received worldwide recognition in Scandinavian furniture design, which increased in the 1950s, and produced numerous masterpieces. He was particularly appreciated for his sculptural design forms, and the Smiley Table...
Teak
Danish Vintage Dining Table by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Danish vintage dining table by Johannes Andersen. It is of superb quality and is a great size. It extends to comfortably seat ten people, and could seat twelv...
Wood
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H 29.14 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Expandable teak dining table by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Lyon, FR
Nice expandable dining table by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, made in the 1960s in Denmark. Beautiful wood grain. 2 extensions under the table. Very good condition, top ha...
Wood, Teak
Dining Table in Rosewood by Johannes Andersen, 1968
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Rosewood by Johannes Andersen, 1968 Additional Information Material Rosewood Style Mid century Scandinavia Produced by HansBech in Denmark Dimensions W x D x H 128 3...
Rosewood