Kaare Klint Furniture
Danish, 1888-1954
Architect, teacher and furniture designer Kaare Klint is among the most important figures in Scandinavian modernism. Widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture, Klint sought to pay homage to historical furniture styles and prized functionality as essential to designing for modern living. He established the design school at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, and his students became mid-century legends of cabinetry and furniture-making.
Klint prioritized functionalism and drew on an array of influences in his own work. Furniture experts will observe the influence of 18th-century English seating in his Red chair, while Klint’s iconic Safari chair had roots in campaign furniture. The other exemplary chairs, sofas and tables for which he is known bear the mark of Thomas Chippendale and Biedermeier furniture as well as Greek and Roman forms.
Klint's father was Peder Vilhelm Jensen-Klint, a formidable architect of his day. The younger Klint initially followed in his father’s footsteps, studying under him as well as distinguished architect Carl Petersen. Alongside Danish architect Ivar Bentsen, he headed the renovation of the Designmuseum Denmark in Copenhagen from 1920–26 (Klint also furnished the institution as part of the project). Around the same time, Klint helped found the furniture design school at the Royal Danish Academy. The impact of his role as an instructor there cannot be overstated — he mentored such esteemed cabinetmakers and furniture designers as Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Ole Wanscher.
A prominent advocate of ergonomics, Klint valued comfort and functionality over style. Painstaking research went into each piece of sophisticated yet wholly unadorned furniture he designed, as he endeavored to build structures that took into consideration human proportions and scale. And like the Shakers, Klint believed that quality craftsmanship and good materials were integral to the design of durable furniture that was free of embellishment.
The humble grace of Klint’s style characterizes legendary seating designs that continue to charm today’s legions of mid-century modern enthusiasts. His Safari chair, Faaborg chair, Ravenna armchair and Propeller stool — as well as most of the seating created by Danish modernists generally — have warmed interiors and influenced furniture designers all over the world.
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Creator: Kaare Klint
Mogens Koch Solid Mahogany Bookcase with Magazine Holders by Rud Rasmussen, Denm
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch (Danish, b. Frederiksberg 1898, d. Copenhagen 1992)
A bookcase/shelving unit in solid mahogany, featuring five compartments and integrated magazine holders, complete with...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Solid Oak 6-Compartment Modular Bookcase by Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch (Danish, b. Frederiksberg 1898, d. Copenhagen 1992)
Bookcase in solid oak, crafted by one of Denmark's most renowned furniture designers.
Known for his timeless designs, ...
Category
Early 2000s Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Oak
Kaare Klint Coffee Table in Ash Wood for Rud, Rasmussen, Model 6687
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint (Danish 1888 - 1954).
Round coffee table, model KK6687 "Rygebord," crafted from ash wood with a beautiful grain pattern. The table features an elegant raised edge around ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by Ru...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Safari armchair designed by Kaare Klint for Rasmussen black leather
By Kaare Klint
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Safari’ armchair designed in 1933 by Kaare Klint (1888-1954), edited in the 1950s by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. Made from stained ash and leather, this armchair is self-assembling and...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Niger Leather 1930s, Scandinavian Modern
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern
Rare 3-seater sofa model no 5011 designed by Kaare Klint and manufactured by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussens Snedkerier in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of striking lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, “Model 4488”. Made from mahogany with elegant rosewood inlays and feet. Rattan seats, backs and sides, loose cushions with original cog...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany, Leather
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Set of Eight 3758A Dining Chairs
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of eight dining armchairs, model '3758A' , horsehair, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1927, made 1950s
These dining chairs were des...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Origami Floor or Table Lamp by Kaare Klint for Le Klint
By Le Klint, Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson, Kaare Klint, Flos
Located in München, DE
Very nice Danish floor or table lamp from the 1950s.
Wonderful and contemporary design.
A highlight for every room.
Manufacturer: Le Klint
Design: Kaare Klint
Condition:
Very good...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Metal
Kaare Klint Pair of Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Cop...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Set of Four Dining Chairs
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of four dining chairs, fabric, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1928, made 1950s
These dining chairs were designed in 1928 and made ...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Set of Ten '3758A' Dining Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of ten dining armchairs, model '3758A' , horsehair, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1927, made 1950s
These dining chairs were desig...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint Safari Chair in Black Leather and Ash for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair Safari armchairs (model KK 47000) designed by Kaare Klint in 1933 and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen, Denmark. Ash wooden frame upholstered with black leather seat, back a...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Set of Six Kaare Klint Red Chairs Niger leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
An extraordinary set of six Kaare Klint red chairs, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profiled ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
2021 KK48651 Addition Sofa / Bench in Leather w/ Dark Wood Legs by Kaare Klint
By Carl Hansen, Kaare Klint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK48651 Addition Sofa made with a tan leather seat and walnut legs (or perhaps dark stained oak). The bench, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in De...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
A pair of Kaare Klint and Edvard Kindt-Larsen 'Mix' easy chairs, 1930
By Kaare Klint, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare pair of Kaare Klint and Edvard Kindt-Larsen The ‘Mix Chair’, designed 1930 and executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen.
Frames of solid oak, upholstered with reddish brown N...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare cabinet in mahogany with sliding doors
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare cabinet in mahogany with sliding doors. Fitted with pull-out shelves and drawers. Brass handles on each side. Marked from the manufacturer Rud Rasmus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Exceptional pair of iconic Kaare Klint Mix Chairs in Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KAARE KLINT & RUD RASMUSSEN SNEDKERIER
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A rare pair Kaare Klint and the iconic “Mix Chairs”, mahogany frame, upholstered in Nigerian goat hide and brass nails.
Nigerian goat hide is very thick with natural patina, hence extremely durable due to its tight grain which with time gives the surface a beautiful sheen.
Executed by cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark.
An iconic piece of design and a collector's items.
ABOUT
Kaare Klint – the father of Danish Furniture Design – was also a pioneer in teaching. As head of the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen (1923-1954), he organised the department more as an architectural office, where he has lecturer, not only gave good advice but also sat down with the students at the drawings boards.
Kaare Klint’s mix...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather. Designed in 1935.
Designed by Kaare Klint and made by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated original cognac brown leather.
Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint Kirkestol, Fritz Hansen, 1940s Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Balen, BE
Historically important chair, the kirkestol or church chair, designed in 1936 by the godfather of Danish modern design Kaare Klint for the Bethlehem Church and became iconic for its ...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Ash, brass and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Rud...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 2 persons sofa with legs of mahogany. Seat, sides and back upholstered with light fabric. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
'Faaborg' armchair in elm by Kaare Klint, 1950's
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 9662 - 'Faaborg' chair in elm wood with seat in patinated red leather.
Designed by Kaare Klint and made by Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Elm
Kaare Klint 'Safari' Lounge Chair for Red Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Hellouw, NL
This is the 1960s 'Safari' chair for Red Rasmussen by Danish designer Kaare Klint, which he originally designed in the 1930s. The chair is entirely foldable, making it a lightweight ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Vintage Danish Le Klint Table Lamp in Brass & Paper by Kaare Klint, 1950s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare early partially black model 306 table lamp with a base featuring solid brass accents, bakelite socket with on/of switch and a fluted of-white Le Klint paper shade. Designed by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kaare Klint "Safari" Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Ash, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Absolutely stunning pair of vintage "Safari" chairs in deeply patinated red oxhide and solid ash. Designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s and manufactured by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint, Barcelona chairs model 3758, set of four
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint
Barcelona chairs model 3758, set of four
Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier
Denmark, 1937
vinyl, oak
35 h x 22.5 w x 18.5 d in (89 x 57 x 47 cm)
Decal manufacturer's label to u...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Oak
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair with ottoman
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. With ottoman.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by Rud Rasmussen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint, a Pair of Safari Chairs in Ash & Leather, Rud. Rasmussen, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous pair of vintage Safari chairs in a lovely patinated cognac leather and solid ash. Designed in 1933 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Sofa in Original Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen, sofa, model ‘4118’, Niger leather, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1930, production mid-1960s
Kaare Klint originally designed the present three-sea...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Kaare Klint Sofa Model 4118 in Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint
Located in San Diego, CA
Kaare Klint for Rud.Rasmussen, sofa #4118, made with leather and mahogany, Denmark. Designed in 1930's, we cant pinpoint the exact production date of this sofa.
Kaare Klint original...
Category
1930s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint. A three-seat sofa with mahogany legs, seat, sides and back with blue-, red- and whitestriped Greek Savak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Wool
Kaare Klint "Church" Chair in Stained Beechwood & Papercord, Fritz Hansen, 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Early example of Kaare Klints iconic "Church" chair designed in 1936 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. This beautifully worn piece retains the original papercord seat and...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushion.
Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of Kaare Klint safari chairs, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair". Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Kaare Klint Mahogany Filing Cabinet With Sliding Doors By Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint, 1888-1954
Filling or office cabinet crafted in solid Cuban mahogany with two sliding door with smooth sliding mechanism, that opens up to multiple shelves. Resting on a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen 'Addition' Sofa and Ottoman
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, 'Addition', model ‘4698’ sofa and ottoman, leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1933, production afterwards
This set consisting of a 'Addition' sofa and...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Round Kaare Klint Coffee Table in Ash Wood for Rud, Rasmussen, Model 6687
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint 1888 - 1954.
Round coffee table, “Rygebord” model KK6687, made in ash wood with a very beautiful grain. The table features an elegant, raised band that wraps around the t...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Ash
1935 Set of Two Restored Kaare Klint Barcelona or The Red Chair by Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Knebel, DK
1935 set of two restored Kaare Klint "Barcelona-" or "The Red Chair" by Rud Rasmussen
The set made in in mahogany, walnut and leather was according to the manufactor number by Rud. ...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussens Snedkekier Folding Stool with Tray Table
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkekier, folding stool with tray table, model '8783', ash, linen, Denmark, design 1930, manufactured 1964
This propeller stool in ash with linen ...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Ash
Le Klint Brass Wall or Table Lamp by Kaare Klint "Model 306", Danish Modern
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in Odense, DK
Rare black edition of the "model 306" by Kaare Klint for Le Klint. Designed in 1945 the "Kip lamp" as it was known, can be used as either a table or wall lamp due to its ingenious ti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pristine Wingback Chair in Patinated Leather by Kaare Klint, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking wingback chair in patinated black leather, designed by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen in 1946 model 5313. Made in Denmark. Original condition.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 10 Kaare Klint Red Chairs Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
A set of 10 Kaare Klint Red Chairs, medium size model, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profil...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen Sofa Model 4118 in Leather and Mahogany
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud.Rasmussen, sofa, model '4118', leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1930, production 1981
Kaare Klint originally designed the present three-seat sofa, known as 411...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chairs, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushions.
Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair ‘Safari’ Easy Chairs by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Bochum, NRW
Lovely pair ‘Safari’ model 4700 easy chairs by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s. This set features a frame made out of stained oak with leather straps. Frame in oak with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic original safari chair by professor Kaare Klint. Designed 1927. This version dates to the 1960s and is executed in solid ash. Nice patina to the wood, and left unrestored. The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather. Back covered in original canvas.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935. Signed with decal manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale chair...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint, Table Lamps, Brass, Rubber, Denmark, 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and rubber table or wall lights designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Le Klint, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.4”H x 4.7” W x 7” D
D...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Safari Lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of Safari lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, Rasmussen, Denmark
Pair of Safari Lounge Chairs, in leather and wood, model KK47000 by Kaare Klint (1888-1954) for Rud. Rasmussen Snedke...
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1940s Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Adjustable Brass and Bakelite Wall and Table Lamp 306 by Kaare Klint, 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Le Klint
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
The original Kaare Klint Wall and table lamp 306 "Kiplamp".
This unusual vintage wall & desk light was designed by Kaare Klint for Le Klint in Denmark. First produced in the 1940s t...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Red chair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Mahogany, black horsehair and brass nails.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGAD/K...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Sofa Table, Cuba Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint sofa table.
In Cuba mahogany.
Made by Rud Rasmussen. Marked with Rud Rasmussen sticker.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint Red Chair, Rud Rasmussen, Original Niger Leather and Mahogany frame
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen - Scandinavian Modern
A beautiful Kaare Klint 'Red Chair' or 'Barcelona Chair' by Kaare Klint with deep patina in original Niger leather, profiled legs o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Four Kaare Klint ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3949 Chairs by Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare early matching set of four Kaare Klint "Red Chair" chairs in oak, red naugahyde and brass nails.
Executed by Rud Rasmussen, circa 1936, in amazing all original condition.
Underside with partial manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954), a Danish architect and designer, was a pioneering figure in the realm of modern Danish furniture design. Renowned as the father of Danish modernism, Klint played a pivotal role in shaping the functional and aesthetic principles that defined Scandinavian design in the early 20th century. His approach focused on craftsmanship, functionality, and a deep appreciation for traditional forms.
As a professor at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, he influenced generations of designers.
Klint's carefully researched furniture designs are based on functionality, proportions adapted to the human body, craftsmanship, and the use of high-quality materials. Notable examples of his work include the Propeller Stool (1927), the Safari Chair and the Deck Chair (both 1933), the Church Chair (1936), and the Circle Bed...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Naugahyde, Oak
Kaare Klint furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Kaare Klint furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Kaare Klint furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 198 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Kaare Klint were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Rud Rasmussen, Peter Hvidt, and Henning Kjærnulf. Prices for Kaare Klint furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $765 and can go as high as $148,124, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,400.
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