Niels Koefoed’s furniture is a demonstration of mastery through dedication. The Danish designer devoted himself to creating dining room furniture in mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern styles. Koefoed was best known for his elegant dining room chairs and exquisite dining room tables that he designed to accompany them. His use of hardwoods, like teak, rosewood and cherry, ensured that each piece retained its charm and beauty.
Koefoed was born into a family in the furniture design and manufacturing business. His father, Einar Koefoed, had opened a furniture factory in Hornslet, Denmark, in the 1920s. Hornslet was a furniture town that was home to upholstery and cabinet companies. Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik, the Koefoed family factory, specialized in fine furniture. Over the 1950s and 60s, the company became widely recognized for Niels Koefoed’s popular dining room chairs.
One of Koefoed’s first designs to receive significant attention was the 1957 Peter dining chair. The chair’s appeal lay in its refreshingly light and minimalistic style, with a comfortable curved back and leather seat. Koefoed reportedly named the chair after his son.
In 1964, Koefoed created his most iconic design: the Eva dining chair, named for one of his daughters. He described the tall and graceful chair as feminine, with full hips and narrow shoulders. The chair continues to be in high demand today. It was part of a series of dining chairs named after important women in Koefoed’s life, the other two being the Ingrid chair, also named for a daughter, and the Lis chair. Together, the chairs were known as the “three lovely girls.”
In 2004, Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik relocated to Thailand and continued manufacturing furniture. However, many of the company’s classic mid-century designs, including the Peter and Eva chairs, are today reproduced by the Danish company CASØ Furniture.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Niels Koefoed seating, tables and more.
Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Pine Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Glostrup, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hamburg, DE
Solid wooden chairs from the Danish manufacturer Glostrup based on a design by Niels Koefoed from the 1960s. A rustic design. For a traditional Danish interior or as a contrast in a...
Pine
Expertly Restored-Niels Koefoed “Eva” Teak & Leather Dining Chairs for Koefoeds
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Leather, Foam, Wood, Teak
Niels Koefoed Peter Chair Teak Danish Mid Century Dining Chair 1970s Vintage
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hannover, DE
Chair by Niels Koefoed, Model “Peter”, 1970s Only 1 chair available. The chair has been professionally repaired. Solid teak wood frame, restored and freshly oiled. The seat has been...
Fabric, Teak
Set of Six 'Morten' Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hellouw, NL
These "Morten" dining room chairs by Niels Koefoed are classic examples of Danish modern design. Crafted from solid beech, they feature simple lines and thoughtful craftsmanship. Reu...
Fabric, Beech
Niels Koefoed Ingrid Teak Danish Dining Chairs, Set of 8, Restored
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 8 'Ingrid' dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, crafted of solid teak in an elegant sculptural form includes six side chairs and two armchairs, all w...
Teak
Niels Koefoed Lis Dining Chairs, Soap-Treated Oak & Leather, Denmark
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in soap treated oak. Upholstered with patinated tan leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Oak
$5,233 / set
"Morten" dining chairs, Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Neuss, NW
MORTEN dining chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed´s Hornslet. Solid frame in teak. The chairs have been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality fabric in six colours. The offer...
Fabric, Teak
$4,223Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 6 1970s Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs in Pine for Koefoed's Hornslet Denmar
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Basel, BS
Fantastic set of 6 very high quality, beautiful solid pine wood Danish designer Koefoed Hornslet chairs. The morten chair is very rare to find in pine. Excellent craftsmanship. Ver...
Upholstery, Pine
$3,800 / set
Niels Koefoed 'Eva' Dining Chairs, 1960
By Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Niels Koefoed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural 1960s dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, with frames in teak and textured beige wool upholstery, very comfortable, marked. Priced as a set...
Wool, Teak
Vintage Danish Set of Ten Rosewood Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern 'Eva' dining chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, circa 1960's. Features a sculptural rosewood frame designed with a tall backrest support. This set incl...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Sculpted Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Scandinavian Modern solid teak lounge chair by Niels Koefoed with new black leather upholstery. Sleek sculptural back and gentle curves combined with angular frame creates a dynamic ...
Brass
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 19 deep x 38 high, with a seat height of 17.75 inches Good Vintage Condi...
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian Dining Chair Model Peter by Niels Koefoed, New Edition
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining chair model Peter by Niels Koefoed, new edition. Peter chair was designed by Niels Koefoed and...
Wood
$3,410Sale Price / set|20% Off
Niels Koefoed “Peter” Niels Koefoed Chair Set for Koefoed’s Hornslet Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind and amazing set of 5 “Peter” chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed’s Hornslet, all signed. The matching table is offered separately. The “Peter” chair...
Wood
Captain's Arm "Lis" Chair by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a single Danish Modern "Lis" ladderback armchair in stunning 100% original, vintage condition. Beautifully proportioned and featuring softly curved arms as well as bow-ti...
Walnut
"Eva" Dining Chair in Teak, Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, c. 1970s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an iconic "Eva" dining chair, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed Hornslet, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. These timeless chairs exemplify the clean lines and el...
Teak
"Ingrid" Model Dining Chair in Teak by Niels Koefoed, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a single and iconic "Ingrid" dining chair, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed Hornslet, and crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. These chairs exemplify the clean lines...
Teak
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Teak Chairs Modele Eva by Niels Koefo
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Eva by Niels Koefoed. New leather seat.
Teak
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Danish Designer Niels Koefoed (1970s)
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Danish Designer Niels Koefoed (1970s). We regularly have this model in stock and can also put together larger sets of 8 or 12 chairs. Please feel free to m...
Teak
$7,200 / set
Rosewood Niels Koefoed Eva Dining Chairs
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Oakland, CA
Six rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1962 Denmark. The chair frames are crafted of solid rosewood with angled, slatted back rests, which offers...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Set of 4 Chairs in Teak Model Eva by Niels Kofoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Eva by Niels Koefoed. Black leather seat.
Teak
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of six "Eva" dining room chairs designed by Niels Koefoed in 1964 and manufactured by Koefoeds Hornslet in the late 1960s. The chairs are of solid rosewood and upholstered in l...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of dining chairs in rosewood model "Peter". Original upholstery in similar leather. The seats can...
Rosewood
Niels Koefoed "Ingrid" Dining Chairs, Teak, Mid Century Modern Set of 6
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning sculptural design from Niels Koefoed, Koefoed Hornslet. Elegant sculptural seat back with new shearling sheepskin upholstery. A warm and elegant, ergonomic set. Danish ...
Sheepskin, Teak
$7,481 / set
Eva Chairs by Neils Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A set of eight 1960s teak "Eva" chairs by Neils Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet. Marked with the Koefoeds Hornslet factory mark and the Danish quality c...
Teak
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in stained beech New upholstered with tan coloured full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Beech
Danish Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs By Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
(4) Rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1962 Denmark. The chair frames are crafted of solid rosewood with angled, slatted back rests, which offers...
Rosewood
Set of Six Danish Teak ‘Ingrid’ Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made set of six Danish teak ‘Ingrid’ dining chairs by Niels Koefoed. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, t...
Teak, Faux Leather
Set of Six Midcentury Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Niels Koefoed Style
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful set of six vintage modern dining chairs feature high ladder back rests, angled back legs, and a thick cushioned seat covered in black vinyl. A very sleek design inspir...
Faux Leather, Walnut
$7,200 / set
8 Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Neils Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Denton, TX
Rare set of eight solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Korfoed The Eva chair set is comprised of 8 side chairs some have newer vinyl seats but ...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 38 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18 inches Al...
Upholstery, Rosewood
1 of 2 Niels Koefoed Teak Armchair, 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hannover, DE
Armchair by Niels Koefoed, 1970s Only 1 chair available (originally 2). We receive this model regularly — please send me a DM if you are interested in more than one chair. Crafted w...
Teak
$5,000 / set
Teak ‘Ingrid’ Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six Danish mid-century modern dining chairs designed by Neils Koefoed for Hornslet. Tall chairs with sculpted spindles, in a semi-heart shaped back. Full teak construction wit...
Teak
Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark Set 4
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Fulton, CA
A nice set of 4 high-back "Eva" rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark. 1960's. Retaining their original finish with a nice glow to patina. E...
Rosewood
Set of Four Danish Modern Solid Teak "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
A classic set of four Danish modern solid teak "Eva" dining chairs with original black Naugahyde upholstery by Niels Koefoed, circa the 1960s. The set is in great vintage condition...
Teak, Naugahyde
$4,040Sale Price / set|20% Off
Danish Black Frame Chairs Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Lis
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Baltimore, MD
An outstanding set of four dining chairs in black frames, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, model “Lis” made in Denm...
Upholstery, Wood
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Each armless chair measures: 18.75 wide x 19 deep x 38.25 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches Each captain...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$2,546Sale Price / set|20% Off
Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Set of Six
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Eva Dining Chairs by renowned designer Niels Koefoed. Crafted with the highest quality materials, these chairs boast a sleek and modern design that will elev...
Wood, Velvet
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 38 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each captains chai...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Danish Dining Chairs 1960s Teak Niels Koefoeds Set of 4 Lis Hornslet Rattan Cane
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous, outstanding and extremely rare set of four Mid Century Danish teak and rattan dining chairs in wonderful condition. Designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Hornslet, De...
Cane, Rattan, Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Danish Set 6 Chairs in Teak Model Eva by Niels Kofoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of six mid-century Danish teak “Eva” dining chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed Hornslet. This set includes two captain’s chairs and four side chairs. Striking high-ba...
Teak
Mid Century Lounge Chairs in Oak by Niels Koefoed, Danish Design 1950’s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in London, GB
Mid century lounge chairs designed by Niels Koefoed in the 1950s, model Lars. This rare pair in solid oak features elegant brass back supports and beautifully crafted joints that hig...
Brass
Set of Six Danish Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six high backed dining chairs in rosewood, the model known as "Eva", designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1970s.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in rosewood. New upholstered with tan coloured full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed Captain chairs dimensions: 20.75 D x 20.75 W x 37.5
Upholstery, Rosewood
Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Single dining chair, model Peter, designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Denmark in the 1970s. A sleek and timeless chair with beautiful details and very good seating comfort. Sol...
Pine
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chair
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chair This chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 37.75 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18.5 inches Good Vint...
Upholstery, Teak
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Ingrid Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Ingrid Mid Century Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Each armless chair measures: 18.75 wide x 20 deep x 38.75 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inche...
Upholstery, Teak
Set of 6 Niels Koefoed “Lis” Dining Chairs for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Elegant set of six “Lis” dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, these chairs showcase Koefoed’s signatu...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Set of Twelve Danish Teak "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of twelve high backed teak dining chairs, the model known as "Eva", designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960s. Includes two sculptural arm chairs and...
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Chairs Niels Kofoed Scandinavian Rosewood Dinning Armchairs Design
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare suites of seven chairs with armrests, model "liz" by Danish designer Niels Kofoed. Rosewood structure and seat in orange leather, stamped under the seat. Patented leather and ma...
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Model 'Lis' armchair in teak Denmark 1960
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This elegant model “Lis” armchair was designed by Niels Koefoed and produced by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik in Hornslet, Denmark, 1960. A refined example of Danish craftsmanship, it showcas...
Faux Leather, Teak
Niels Koefoed 'Lis' dining chairs in rosewood Koefoeds Denmark 1960
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This elegant set of four “Lis” dining chairs was designed by Niels Koefoed and produced by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik A/S, Denmark, 1961. A fine example of classic Danish mid-century desig...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid smoked oak. New upholstered in tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Horn...
Leather, Oak
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Eva Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 18.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 38 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18 inches ...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Suite of 4 Scandinavian rosewood chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This suite of four Scandinavian rosewood chairs is a design by Niels Koefoed published by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. It is the Lis...
Rosewood
$2,533Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set Of Four Chairs Model Lis By Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four chairs, known as model "Lis" and designed by Niels Koefoed, showcases the timeless elegance of Danish design from around the 1960s. Crafted from teak, these chairs e...
Fabric, Teak
$5,209Sale Price / set|20% Off
Danish Dining Chairs by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1960s, Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining chairs. Superb lines and woodwork with a magnificent rosewood grain. Structures in solid wood and seats in black leatherette for very high quality comfort. Each c...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
$780Sale Price|20% Off
Single Rare Solid Rosewood Danish Modern Niels Koefoed Desk Chair
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant lines and beautiful on this single tall back chair design by Niels Koefoed, solid and sturdy in beautiful solid rosewood new knoll fabric, stamped on the bottom with Danish control tag. A very rare accent desk chair.
Fabric, Rosewood