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
Niels Koefoed Lis Dining Chairs, Soap-Treated Oak & Leather, Denmark
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
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
$4,265Sale 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
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
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
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
$7,592 / 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
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
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
Mid-Century Modern Danish Set of 4 Chairs in Teak Model Eva by Niels Kofoed
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Eva by Niels Koefoed. Black leather seat.
Teak
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
"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
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 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
$2,584Sale Price / set|20% Off
Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Set of Six
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Rochester, England
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
Set of Six Teak Ladder Dining Chair by Niels Koefoed, Denmark, circa 1960
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 teak and black skaï ladder back dining chairs by Niels Koefoed produced by Koefoed Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960 Reupholstered, signed. Very good condition.
Faux Leather, Teak
$5,261Sale Price / set|20% Off
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
$3,013 / set
Set of four Scandinavian teak chair
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A set of four chairs 'Eva' in teak design Niels Koefoed for Koefoed's Hornslet circa 1970
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
$2,558Sale 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
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Rosewood Chairs Model Lis by Niels Koe
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 rosewood chairs modele Lis by Niels Koefoed. Black leather seats newly reupholstered.
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Danish Set of 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 chairs and 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Kofoed. New leather seat.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 4 Teak Chairs Model Lis by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Lis by Niels Koefoed. Seats will be reupholtered with fabric or leather of your choice between Step Melange fabric from Ga...
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Set of 4 Chairs in Teak Model Eva by Niels Kofoed
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs model Eva by Niels Koefoed. Black leather seat.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Set of 4 Chairs in Teak Model Eva by Niels Kofoed
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 teak chairs modele Eva by Niels Koefoed. Black simili leather seat.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Chair Model Eva by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining chair model Eva by Niels Koefoed, new edition. "EVA is narrow over the shoulder, has full hips...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
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
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Dining Chair Model Liz by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining chair model Liz by Niels Koefoed, new edition. Liz came to the world in 1961, but the years ha...
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
$2,691 / set
H 38.59 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
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
$3,100 / set
H 42 in W 18 in D 21 in
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
$4,484 / 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
$4,800 / set
H 41.34 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Set of Six Teak Ladder Dining Chair by Niels Koefoed, Denmark, circa 1960
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 teak and black skaï ladder back dining chairs by Niels Koefoed produced by Koefoed Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960 Reupholstered, signed. Very good condition.
Faux Leather, 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
$387
H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
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
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
$3,945
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 6 Niels Koefoed “Ole” Dining Chairs, Danish Mid Century Teak Chairs 1970s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 Chairs by Niels Koefoed Model “Ole” 1970s Denmark (Koefoeds Hornslet Møbelfabrik A/S) Beautiful set of six original Danish chairs designed by Niels Koefoed, produced in ...
Fabric, Teak
$2,690 / set
H 37.41 in W 18.12 in D 21.66 in
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
$1,595
H 37.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
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
$5,081 / 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
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 rosewood. New upholstered with tan coloured full grain aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Koefoed Set of Two 'Lis' Teak and Leather Dining Chairs
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Møbelfabrik, dining chairs 'Liz', teak, black leather, Denmark, circa 1968. This set of side chairs is designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Møbelfabri...
Leather, Teak
Niels Koefoed 'Lis' Chair in Black Leather and Teak
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Møbelfabrik, dining chair, teak, black leather, Denmark, circa 1968. This side chair is designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Møbelfabrik. These chairs...
Leather, Teak
Niels Kofoed Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight dining chairs model 'Eva', in teak and leather, by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, 1960s. Large set of eight stately dining chairs in teak and black lea...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 37.8 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
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
Sold
H 36.62 in W 19.3 in D 23.63 in
Set of 6 Sculptural Danish Modern Brutalist Chairs in Pine & Lambswool, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller, Niels Koefoed, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A neat and beautifully balanced set of six sculptural dining chairs in solid pine, upholstered in a high-quality shearling lambswool. Designed by Niels Kofoed for Glostrup Møbelfabr...
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Pine
Sold
H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 20.08 in
6er Set Niels Koefoed Midcentury Stuhl Hornslet Teak Vintage 1960
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 6er Set original Niels Koefoed Stühle aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Die Stühle wurden von Koefoed Hornslet aus hochwertigem Teakholz gefertigt un...
Teak, Fabric
Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Eva", mahogany, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid cherry. New upholstered in full grain cognac vintage aniline leather. Model Eva, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Cherry
Sold
H 37.8 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
2er Set Original Midcentury Niels Koefoed Armlehnstühle Hornslet Stuhl
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set Vintage Armlehnstühle aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von vom bekannten dänischen Designer Niels Koefoed und wurden verm...
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 37.8 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in
2er Set Original Midcentury Niels Koefoed Stühle Hornslet Eiche Vintage
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set Vintage Stühle aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von vom bekannten dänischen Designer Niels Koefoed und wurden vermutlich ...
Fabric, Oak
Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Eva", mahogany, 1960s
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid mahogany. New upholstered in full grain cognac pure aniline leather. Model Eva, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
Leather, Mahogany
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