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.
$6,000 / 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
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
$3,416 / set
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", oak, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid oak. New upholstered in vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Vintage Danish Leather Armchairs by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of vintage Danish leather armchairs by Niels Koefoed. They were made in Denmark by Koefoed Hornslet, they date from the 1960’s. This model is exceedingly rare an...
Leather, Wood
Armchair Model Lis Made In Oak Designed by Niels Koefoed From 1960s
By Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Niels Koefoed
Located in Lejre, DK
Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this oak armchair embodies the timeless elegance of mid-century Danish design. Designed by the renowned Niels Koefoed and bearing the mod...
Oak
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
$4,270 / set
H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
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
$569 / item
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
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
$3,895 / set
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18 inc...
Upholstery, Teak
Knud Faerch Rosewood Armchair 1960s
By Knud Faerch
Located in London, England
Knud Faerch Model 343 Armchair Produced in the early 1960s by renowned cabinetmakers Slagelse Mobelvaerk in Slagelse, Denmark. The Model 343 arm...
Leather, 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
$1,717 / set
H 34.65 in W 17.92 in D 21.26 in
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
$5,011Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Danish Dining Chairs by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1960s, Set of 6
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
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
$4,062Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34.65 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in
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
$4,840 / set
H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Danish Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak by Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful pair of easy chairs designed by Niels Koefoed around 1960. Very nice sculptural frames in solid oak with a nice patina thanks to age and use. Newly upholstered cushions wit...
Fabric, Oak
$3,188 / set
H 37.8 in W 18.51 in D 18.12 in
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
$4,351 / set
H 37.8 in W 18.51 in D 18.12 in
Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, oil-Treated Oak & Leather, Denmark
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in oil treated oak. Upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Oak
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
Set of Four Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of Four Rosewood Dining Chairs Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern, all original in beautifully maintained condition, ready f...
Naugahyde, Rosewood
$4,000 / set
H 37.5 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Lovely Set of Four Teak Eva Dining Room Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A lovely set of four "Eva" dining room chairs designed by Niels Koefoed in 1964 and manufactured by Koefoed Hornslet in the late 1960s. The chairs are made of teak and upholstered in...
Upholstery
Niels Koefoed Model 'Lis' armchair in teak Denmark 1960
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
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 Armchairs, Model "Eva", Mahogany, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid mahogany. New upholstered in full grain pure cognac aniline leather. Model Eva, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Mahogany
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", oak, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid oak. New upholstered in Sørensen Savanne semi aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 37.75 in W 18.5 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare Dining Chairs in Rosewood Model Eva
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 dining desk chairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. a very rare set to find in rosewood 2 more available with arms if buyer is intere...
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Sold
H 37.75 in W 21 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. a very rare set to find in rosewood 2 more available without arms if buyer is interested a...
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Sold
H 37.8 in W 18.9 in D 16.34 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. New leather seat.
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
1960’s Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely rare 1960’s pair of vintage Danish armchairs by Niels Koefoed in solid teak and leather. The quality is superb, they have a beautiful and curvaceous design, ...
Leather, Teak
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H 37.8 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
Eva Teak Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Set of 8
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaanderen
Set of eight vintage dining room chairs. These “Eva” chairs are designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet in Denmark. They have a teak frame and a new khaki green upholstery.
Fabric, Teak
Danish Armchair by Niels Kofoed 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of armchairs in wood and fabric of white color. Seat height: 42cm. Wear due to time and age of the chair. New straps under the seat.
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, ...
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, ...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 36.5 in W 21.63 in D 22 in
Vintage Pair of 'Lis' Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Møbelfabrik, 1968
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An awesome pair of the supremely elegant 'lis' armchairs in richly figured tropical hardwood and black leather. These frames feature a ladder back stile arrangement borrowed from var...
Leather, Hardwood
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H 37.8 in W 18.9 in D 16.34 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. New leather seat.
Leather, Rosewood