Kurt Ejvind Østervig was born in 1912 in Odense, Denmark. He was originally trained and worked as a shipbuilding engineer. However, by the 1930s Østervig shifted to furniture design because of his passion for woodworking.
Østervig's career as a furniture designer began at E. Knudsen’s architectural design studio in Odense. In 1947, Østervig opened his first own studio as a freelance furniture designer, with a focus on modern design. In the following decades, he worked with many of the leading Scandinavian furniture producers of the period.
Østervig was exceptionally versatile, designing furniture for hotels, cinemas, and won numerous design competitions during his career. He won awards at the Milan Triennale in 1953 and 1960. In the 1960s, one of Østervig’s designs was selected for an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
Østervig had a flair for the dramatic, infusing his furnishings with unique elements that stood out. From elegant, organic to coarse and purely functional furniture, his versatility earned him recognition.
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(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by K.P Møbler in Denmark Dimensions (W x D x H)...
Rosewood
$5,975Sale Price|23% Off
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard Credenza by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler
By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Danish modern sideboard credenza in teak designed by Kurt Ostervig for KP Mobler, made in Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece maxi...
Teak
Kurt Østervig Cabinet in Teak and Oak with Round intarsia, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, K.P. Møbler 1
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kurt Østervig, cabinet in teak and oak with round intarsia, cabinetmaker K. P. Møbler, 1960s.
Oak, Teak
Kurt Ostervig Credenza for Brande Mobelindustri
By Kurt Østervig
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kurt Ostervig design teak credenza for Brande Mobelindustri, Denmark. High quality construction and materials in a multi purpose credenza. Perfect anchor piece for a dining room or t...
Teak
Kurt Ostervig for Brande Mobelfabrik Burled Walnut Cabinet
By Kurt Østervig, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Sideboard designed by Kurt Ostervig for Brande Møbelfabrik, 1956, Denmark. Features a stunning burled walnut exterior with pattern match on the door...
Walnut
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood and Brass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood, Brass and Glass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Pro...
Rosewood
Mirror Dresser / Entry Set by Kurt Østervig 1960s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine mirror dresser / entry mirror by Kurt Østervig for Emmaboda Möbelfabrik Sweden 1960s. Made in oak. Original stand
Oak
Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Kensington, MD
- The statement piece that will define your space yet also help to contain, organize and curate your stuff. - Finished on the back for placement in the middle of a room. - Use the dr...
Teak
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood and Glass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood, Brass and Glass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Pro...
Brass
Oak cupboard by Kurt Østervig for ab Randers, Denmark 1960s
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Kurt Østervig, Hans J. Wegner
Located in ECHT, NL
High board by Kurt Ostervig for A.B. Randers. Made from oak with exposed brass hinges. Behind the left door there are two drawers and two shelves. The right doors holds two shelves. ...
Oak
Mid Century Danish Modern High Sideboard Cocktail Cabinet by Kurt Ostervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Danish Modern High Sideboard Cocktail Cabinet was designed by Kurt Ostervig, circa 1950’s. (it has no maker’s mark). Originally from Denmark, crafted from teak wood, it features...
Teak
Midcentury Freestanding Bookcase in Teak by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
By K.P. Møbler 1, Kurt Østervig
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in teak designed by Kurt Østervig M.A.A. for K.P furniture in 1960s. Made in Denmark, great condition.
Brass
Kurt Østervig Model 119 Low Danish Modern Credenza in Rosewood
By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kurt Østervig Manufacturer: KP Mobler. Era: 1960s. Materials: Rosewood. Measurements: 83 wide x 21.5 deep x 31.5 tall. Condition: In excellent original condition with typical wear for its vintage...
Rosewood
Midcentury Freestanding Bookcase in Teak by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, K.P. Møbler 1
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in teak designed by Kurt Østervig M.A.A. for K.P furniture in 1960s. Made in Denmark, great condition.
Brass
Kurt Østervig Bar Cabinet Produced by K.P. Møbler in Denmark
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare bar cabinet designed by Kurt Østervig. Produced by K.P Møbler in Denmark.
Brass
Kurt Østervig Low Walnut Sideboard with Bookcase Top 1950s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Handewitt, DE
Beautiful danish low sideboard with bookcase top. Design by Kurt Østervig for Brande Møbelindustrie. Denmark, 1950s. Made in finest walnut and oak. In front with 3 drawers and on top...
Oak, Walnut
Kurt Ostervig Sideboard for KP Mobler oak
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Kiel, SH
An oak sideboard designed by Kurt Ostervig for KP Mobler, Denmark. It has 4 doors with beautiful leather and brass handles. 3 upholstered drawers on the left side. Besides a slightl...
Leather, Oak
Kurt Østervig, Low Teak Sideboard, VAMO, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful example of mid-century Danish design, this low teak sideboard was crafted by renowned designer Kurt Østervig and produced by Vamo Sønderborg in Denmark. The piece feature...
Oak, Teak
Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase This credenza bookcase measures: 65 wide x 22.25 deep x 37.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
Rosewood
Scandinavian bar cabinet by Kurt Østervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare 1960s Scandinavian bar cabinet, attributed to Kurt Østervig, teak veneer with fine interior organization and brass details. Rare Scandinavian bar cabinet from the 1960s attribu...
Teak
Danish Highboard in Teak and oak by Kurt Ostervig for Randers Mobelfabrik 1960.
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Kurt Østervig
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Cabinet, High Scandinavian Sideboard. On the right side, a hinged door (locks, key provided) on the top which opens onto 3 interior drawers for storage or bar, 4 large drawer...
Birch, Oak, Teak
$1,249Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 66.9 in W 31.5 in D 11.4 in
"Perf" Bar Cabinet in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel
By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Perf" is a bar cabinet, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, b...
Steel
Bar Cabinet Carmen by Comité De Proyectos
Located in Geneve, CH
Bar cabinet Carmen by Comité De Proyectos Dimensions: large: W 45 x D 90 x H 110 cm Materials: Huanacaxaxtle Wood, Sisal Fiber, Steel, Wicker, Mirror, Leather. We are an interior a...
Steel
$5,800
H 50.01 in W 77.17 in D 19.69 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Oak Sideboard, Danish Mid-Century, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder, Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural oak sideboard / credenza designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Crafted in solid oak with the designer’s characteristic carved geome...
Brass
$1,995
H 27.75 in W 72 in D 17.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Jentique Danish Style
By Jentique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid Century Modern Teak Vintage Danish Style Sideboard Credenza by Jentique is a wonderful example of mid century style, capturing the sleek and sophisticated design aesthetic o...
Teak
Brutalist Oak Cabinet, Belgium, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This oak cabinet, model 187/3, is a refined expression of Belgian Brutalist style from the 1960s. Crafted from solid and veneered oak, the cabinet features a balanced façade with two...
Metal
$4,200
H 27.96 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Low Cabinet in Oak with Brass Hardware by Løgvig, Denmark, 1960s
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Cabinet in oak with brass hardware. Designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition.
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig
Located in Karlstad, SE
Enhance your home with the classic charm of Scandinavian mid-century design with this breathtaking bar by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler, Denmark. The rosewood exterior boasts beautiful...
Brass
$2,800
H 43.31 in W 59.45 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Lovely rare cabinet in teak & oak. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s. Highlighted details and plenty of shelves featured in this beautiful cabinet. A fine vintage object that will complement many interior styles. A modern, classic, art deco or Scandinavian home deco. With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style leans toward modernism, while incorporating coziness. The Scandinavian design style aims to provide a way for people to live more sustainably and in harmony with one another. Honorable mentions with similar designs; Jakob Kjær...
Oak, Teak
Rosewood Dry Bar Cabinet by M. Hayat & Bros. Ltd
By M. Hayat & Bros Ltd.
Located in Southampton, NJ
Midcentury bar cabinet of radiant grain solid Rosewood with intricate brass inlay details throughout. Substantial mirrored top panel & drop forward serving surface open simultaneousl...
Brass
$4,400
H 35.44 in W 82.09 in D 19.69 in
Low Sideboard in Oak, Mid Century Modern, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder, Kurt Østervig
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural low rectangular classic sideboard / cabinet in oak with plenty of storage and a beautiful carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Four doors, i...
Oak
$1,895
H 31.75 in W 60 in D 18.25 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan Danish Style
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with our beautiful mid century modern credenza by renowned British furniture maker Nathan, exclusively at Mid Century Traders. This stunning piece sits o...
Teak
Free Standing Cabinet Bar by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Fine mahogany free standing cabinet bar by Paolo Buffa made in Italy, circa 1950s. Opposing doors swing open to reveal mirrored and fitted interi...
Wood
Kurt Ostervig cabinet in oak A/S Randers Denmark 1960
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Kurt Østervig
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This beautiful cabinet was designed by Kurt Østervig and produced by A/S Randers, Denmark, circa 1960. A superb example of Danish mid-century modern design, the piece reflects Østerv...
Oak
Kurt Østervig Cabinet in Partly Solid Oak
By Kurt Østervig, KP Mobler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kurt Østervig cabinet in partly solid oak. With sliding doors and drawers. Made by KP Møbler.
Oak
Kurt Østervig Illuminated bar cabinet, model 93 by KP Møbler Denmark
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare 1940 Kurt Østervig Illuminated Cabinet, Model 93 by KP Møbler, Denmark. Cabinet features two intarsia designed doors concealing an illuminated interior with thre...
Brass
Sold
H 35.44 in W 88.98 in D 19.69 in
Danish Mid Century Low Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf, Kurt Østervig
Located in Odense, DK
Charming low-profile modern sideboard crafted from oak, featuring an elegantly carved front and generous storage capacity. Made in the style of Henning Kjærnulf during the 1960s, thi...
Oak
Kurt Ostervig high cabinet in oak A/S Randers Denmark 1960
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Kurt Østervig
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful symmetric cabinet designed by Kurt Østervig and manufactured by A/S Randers, Denmark 1960. This elegant high cabinet epitomizes the grace and functionality of Scandinavian ...
Oak
Kurt Ostervig Teak Credenza
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kurt Ostervig Teak Credenza. Sliding doors reveal a birch interior. Nice Size and Scale with doors on left and pull out drawers to the right. Dovetailed construction and velvet to...
Teak
Kurt Ostervig Teak Danish Credenza/ Hutch
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kurt Ostervig Teak Credenza sold with it's optional display top. Top moves around to the left or right. Can be centered or used as a free standing bookcase/ display. Original Cond...
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Oak Wall Unit by Kurt Østervig for K.P. Møbler
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Oirlo, LI
Elevate your interior with this authentic mid-century Kurt Østervig oak wall unit, crafted by K.P. Møbler in the 1960s. Made from high-quality light oak, this wall unit seamlessly co...
Oak
Kurt Ostervig Rosewood Bookcase by KP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner, Kurt Østervig, Arne Vodder, Finn Juhl, KP Mobler
Located in Raleigh, NC
A mid century modern classic. With beautifully sculpted frame and brass hardware this piece can be placed in any interior. Professionally restored with custom sliding doors made to...
Rosewood
Sold
H 70.87 in W 122.05 in D 15.75 in
Freestanding vintage bookcase by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig
Located in Ranst, VAN
This freestanding bookcase, designed by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler in Denmark during the 1960s, offers both functionality and style. It features two cabinet elements, one for storag...
Wood, Teak
Stunning Rosewood Credenza by Kurt Ostervig, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Kurt Østervig, Finn Juhl
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning 1960s rosewood credenza by Danish designer Kurt Ostervig. Purchased from the iconic Illums Bolighus in Copenhagen, Denmark. A large storage piece with sliding doors and...
Rosewood
Danish cabinetmaker, large side board in oak
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish Cabinetmaker side table with shelves and drawers, made in partly solid oak.
Oak