Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Danish, b. 1929
With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his coffee tables, chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.
Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.
Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.
Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.
Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)
While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.
Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.
Find a collection of vintage Kai Kristiansen furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Kai Kristiansen
Danish Rosewood MCM dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Vintage Kai Kristiansen model 42 dining chairs in rosewood with black vinyl upholstery.
The chairs are very comfortable and supportive with the curved sweeping back rest that pivots...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Upholstery, Rosewood
Set of 12 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs Danish Midcentury
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 model #42 dining chairs also known as the "Z" chair designed by Kai Kristiansen manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. One of the most iconic and coveted chairs to com...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wool, Oak
Danish Modular 5-Bay Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modular 5 Bay Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Large and impressive Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern shelving system, Model FM Re...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa
By Kai Kristiansen, Bramin Mobler
Located in London, GB
A very bold and unusual anthracite black leather coupe sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, circa 1970's.
A solid statement design.
Soft anthracite leather with feathe...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Leather
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Solid Wood Chairs Re-upholstered in Cream Leather
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A pair or multiple pairs of Kai Kristiansen solid wood dining chairs with frames repolished and reupholstered in cream leather (or other leather or fabric of buyer's choice). This mo...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Solid Wood Kai Kristiansen chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A pair of solid wood Kai Kristiansen dining chair in blue wool, probably reupholstered about 20 years ago. Some signs of use but no stains nor unsightly marks. The frames have a nice...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wool
Kai Kristiansen 1960s Danish Modern Teak Interlocking Cube Trio Nesting Tables
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-Century Modern Danish cube tables by Kai Kristiansen for Vildberg Mobelfabrik. Made of teak featuring square form with interlocking nesting desig...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik, Denmark, Model 32 Teak Chairs, a Pair
By Kai Kristiansen, Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Stunning, sculptural pair of Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik teak armchairs.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Sideboard 60s Design Kai Kristiansen for Fedeballes Møbelfabrik
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in None, IT
Rosewood sideboard, with two front doors and one upper flap door, inside a top and three drawers. Design Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, 1960s.
Condition: In excellent...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Danish Design Rosewood Z-Chair, Model 42, by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s, Set of 2
By Kai Kristiansen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Kai Kristiansen : Model 42
The Z chair, also referred to as chair #42, by design of Kai Kristiansen and produced by Slagelse Møbelvaerk. This chair got it’s Z shape from the suspendi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Naugahyde, Rosewood
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a elegant floating console/ nightstand. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in rosewood. Made of the finest veneer. The drawer is made of massive rosewood and the ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
4 Rosewood Model 31 Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark by Shou Andersen Mobelfabrik, circa 1960's. The chairs feature sculptural, architectural ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Naugahyde, Rosewood
Four Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Four Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
Th...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Shou Andersen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian model 31 chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen with dark solid wood frame and new fabric seat and back, Denmark 1960s production
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Rosewood Dry Bar Cocktail Cabinet With Lighting By Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A sleek 1960s cocktail cabinet in Rio rosewood by Kai Kristiansen For FM Møbler.
It features interior lighting, glass shelving, a preparation surface and illuminated shelf for bottl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Hardwood
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Danish MCM Tambor Roll Front Teak Credenza Cabinet Kai Kristiansen Feldballes
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Portland, OR
A good diminuitive tambor roll front Danish Mid Century Modern teak cabinet/credenza, circa 1960, by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik.
The cabinet is of diminuitive form and has twin tambor roll-front doors, enclosing four storage areas, the cabinet is raised on circular tapered legs.
The cabinet is made from figured grain teak and is in excellent condition, this elegant & classic MCM cabinet...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Leather and Walnut Upholstered Bench
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Skovmand and Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Rosewood frames with seat and back reupholstered with vintage tan aniline lea...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Skovmand and Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Rosewood frames with seat and back reupholstered with black pure aniline leat...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1969 Kai Kristiansen Universe Dining Table of Solid Walnut
By Kai Kristiansen, Miyazakii Chair Milling Company
Located in London, GB
This Universe Dining Table of Solid Walnut was designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1969, and made under license by the Miyazaki Chair Factory in Japan as a special order in 2015. Miyazak...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Chest by Aksel Kjersgaard No. 385 c 1960's
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid Century Modern six drawer chest designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard model No. 385 Entre 3B, Made in Denmark circa 1960's. The dresser features six drawer...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made from solid teak, featuring tapered legs, curved ar...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Teak
1960s Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Kai Kristiansen eight restored customizable model 42 teak dining chairs Set of eight fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs Schous Møbelfabrik.
The ch...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Six Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored customizable Kai Kristiansen rosewood dining chairs by Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Danish Modern Rosewood 3-Bay Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood 3-Bay Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Floating modular 3 bay shelving...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Dark Stained Wood Framed Compass Chairs in Kiwi Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Compass chairs in a darker stained wood with newer chartreuse upholstery. The frames are in original condition w...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Danish Modular Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish modular teak wall unit by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Vintage modular 2 bay shelving system model FM Reolsystem.
This set consist of:
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Superb Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Chest of Drawers
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful and seemly never used chest of drawers by the famous designer Kai Kristiansen, Denmark. Model # 701
Featuring four very clean drawers frame...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Customizable Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood dining chairs with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chair have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make it fit i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Chest of Drawers Teak Feldballes Denmark 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Basel, BS
Kai Kristiansen chest of drawers, model FM 52 for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, made in Denmark in the late 1950s to early 1960s.
Perfect as an entry hall furniture...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Armchair Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Chair Model 42. Beautiful Wood! Use with a desk or add to your dining room set! Very solid, with ugly fabric! Waiting for you to finish!
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic wall shelf from the 1960s. The high-quality shelves are veneered in oak. The system consists of 17 shelves and four ladders made of aluminum and oak veneer.
Quality Features...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Oak
Kai Kristiansen Vintage Rosewood & Mohair Upholstered Bench c1950s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
A classic upholstered bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s as part of his popular Entre range produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark.
The frame is m...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956.
A set of 8 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. The frames are made from...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Kai Kristiansen Walnut and Mohair Mohair Velvet Bench
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
A beuatiful bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar in Denmark.
This hand-made to order bench has a solid walnut frame ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Oak, Walnut
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Danish architec...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Black Leather and Teak Model 31 Chair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
This Kai Kristiansen Model 31 chair, designed in the 1960s and manufactured by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, seamlessly blends elegance, comfort, and craftsmanship. Constructed from ri...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Leather, Teak
Pair of Mirrors by Kai Krisitansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Model No. 166
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Littleton, CO
A stunning pair of Scandinavian Modern teak mirrors designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark. These exceptional Mid-Century pieces showcase Kristia...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Hardwood and Leather Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made from solid hardwood, featuring tapered legs, curve...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood 1960s Danish Dressing Table
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen Model 40 Rosewood Dressing table with folding 3-piece mirror. This dressing table was made from highly figured exotic rosewood by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark in the 1...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Lounge Chair
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
Fully restored Kai Kristiansen teak paper knife lounge chair custom repholstery
Model 121 known as the paper knife due to the shape of the armrest was designed by Kai Kristiansen in...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Six Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Six fully restored customizable Kai Kristiansen teak dining chairs
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Kai Kristiansen Danish Rosewood Chest, 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood Chest, c1950s
An exquisite rosewood chest, produced by cabinetmaker Aksel Kjaersgaard in Odder, Denmark circa 1950s. This design was part of Kai Kristians...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s
By K.S. Mobler, Niels Otto Møller, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic set of four dining chairs in teak with wool seats designed in the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Mobler of Denmark. The style of these Kai Kristiansen chairs is often mi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen in Brazilian Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare set of four (4) dining chairs, OD70 designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in Denmark by OD MØBLER, circa 1960s. Sculptural frames in Brazilian rosewood with beautiful graining,...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Beautiful set of 12 Scandinavian solid teak dining chairs, model 31, fully restored with fabric and high-end finishes.
Designer Kai Kristiansen. Original edition by Schou Andersen.
D...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen, IKEA
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 4 drawer low cabinet sideboard (or bench) Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. This piece has been attributed based upon its stamped mark, archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a couple of small darker spots on the top. A broken leg has been repaired and we have touched up some nicks & dings. Fresh coat of Danish oil applied. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1960’s.
My, my… what have we here? A fabulous Danish low cabinet? YES. A stunning Scandinavian Modern sideboard or media/console cabinet? YES. An incredible low bench or dresser? Also… YES!!! Talk about versatility overload!! This is a phenomenal low cabinet model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. It is comprised of a gorgeous teak frame with stunning wood grain, straight square legs, and four drawers featuring 2 double recessed half-moon handles. The top drawers open from the bottom, and the bottom drawers open from the top! It’s a simple but oh-so-stunning detail. This is an INCREDIBLE cabinet and it’s bursting with versatility, impeccable style, and ample storage. It could be used as a wonderful low dresser for lingerie or other delicate items in a bedroom, a fantastic sideboard, credenza, console, or media cabinet in a living or dining area. Maybe a marvelous low bench cabinet in a hall or entry, or in any room that needs a touch of quintessential Scandinavian Modern flair. It’s EXACTLY what the designer ordered!
Kai Kristiansen was born in 1929 in Denmark. His approach to design was, and still is colored by his outlook on life with his constant search of “getting as much as possible out of as little as possible.” A phrase he uses to this day is “Economy, ecology, and common sense.” He was taught and trained as a cabinetmaker by a Danish design role model Kaare Klint. He knew that early in his career how to create furniture with functionality and refined details while keeping the production methods and costs in mind. He designed his first table...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Model 63 Drop Front Teak Secretary Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By HNJ Møbler, Tørring Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: HNJ Møbel / Tørring Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 35" wide x 17" deep x 42.5" tall
Condition: I...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 19.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18.5 i...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
MCM Rosewood Executive Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
The “FM60” Rosewood executive desk, by Danish designer Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, having a “floating” desktop over two banks of drawers with three drawers each, and sculpted rose...
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1960s Danish Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wood
Kai Kristiansen teak chest of drawers by Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bern, CH
Kai Kristiansen teak chest of drawers. With five drawers. Produced by Feldballes Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark ca. 1960. Lovely detailing to handles.
In beautiful original conditio...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Six Fully Restored Model 42 Customizable Teak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik with custom upholstery.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegan...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Twelve Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s twelve restored customizable Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining Chairsby Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Danish Rosewood Nightstand, 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Model 384 Rosewood Nightstand, c1950s
An exquisite rosewood bedside cabinet, produced by cabinetmaker Aksel Kjaersgaard in Odder, Denmark circa 1950s. This design ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Kai Kristiansen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Kai Kristiansen 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 Kai Kristiansen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 404 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Kai Kristiansen 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 Arne Vodder, Niels Otto Møller, and Johannes Andersen. Prices for Kai Kristiansen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $72 and can go as high as $27,370, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,761.
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