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.
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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
Mid-Century Sculpted Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
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 Kofoed Easy Chairs Model Lars Produced by Niels Kofoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Lars designed by Niels Kofoed. Produced by Niels Kofoed in Denmark.
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Lounge Chairs in Oak by Niels Koefoed, 1950s
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in London, GB
Designed by Niels Koefoed in Denmark during the 1950s, this rare pair of lounge chairs combines a solid oak frame with brass back supports and light yellow wool upholstery. The chair...
Brass
$4,262 / 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
$9,600 / set
H 38 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Vintage Danish Set of Ten Rosewood Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
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
$6,800 / set
H 34.5 in W 20 in D 30.25 in
Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Ligne Roset, Oak & Vinyl, France, 1950s
By Ligne Roset
Located in Long Island City, NY
Roset (name of the company before it was renamed "Ligne Roset") editor - Collection du Crous de L’Academie de Versailles. Model 346 Two pairs of fine French Mid-Century lounge chair...
Leather, Oak
$5,091 / set
H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Oak Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Rødding, DK
A compelling sculptural pair of solid oak lounge chairs in the Danish Modern tradition, executed in the style of Henning Kjærnulf by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker during the 1960s — ...
Fabric, Oak
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition. Original cognac leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Brass
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
$1,705 / 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
$8,400 / set
H 40 in W 26.75 in D 27.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Lounge Chairs, Woven, Denmark, Circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
This pair of rattan lounge chairs are new arrivals from Sweden. Made in the 1950s both chairs are in remarkably good condition showing no major signs of wear, damage or repair. We di...
Rattan
$6,800
H 38.59 in W 29.53 in D 23.63 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, Wingback Lounge Chair in Oak, Viggo Boesen, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a fantastic lounge chair from the 1950s, expertly crafted in oak and upholstered in high-quality wool with traditional Danish weaving, known for its durability and rich te...
Wool, Oak
$3,200
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in
Mid-20th Century, Danish Modern Lounge Chair, Fritz Hansen, in Oak & Wool, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful and sculptural Danish Mid Century lounge chair, dating from circa the 1950s. Attributed to the Danish company Fritz Hansen. The chair features an elegant fan-shaped bac...
Wool, Oak
$4,800 / set
H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 26.78 in
Danish Modern, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the style of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Made in oak and reupholstered cushions in a great quality shearling lambswool in a light, off...
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
$7,800 / set
H 32.68 in W 38.19 in D 32.29 in
Danish Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak & Wool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Odense, DK
A fascinating sculptural pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the manner of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Made in solid oak and the original brown savak wool upholstery. Made in the 19...
Wool, Oak
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original black leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Global front door ship...
Brass
$5,022Sale 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 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
$10,799 / set
H 25.6 in W 28.35 in D 30.32 in
Easy chairs model “Bodö” by Svante Skogh for AB Hjertquist & Co, Nässjö, 1957
By Svante Skogh
Located in Karlstad, SE
A well-balanced pair of Swedish easy chairs from the late 1950s, designed by Svante Skogh. The Bodö model is defined by its clean, architectural frame in warm-toned wood, with angula...
Leather, Oak
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
Midcentury Danish Lounge Chairs by Niels Kofoed in Sheepskin
By Niels Koefoed, Niels Eilersen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of rare Mid-Century Modern lounge chair by Niels Kofoed for Niels Eilersen, 1960s. These chairs have a distinct design with beautiful details. They feature a stained oak fra...
Sheepskin, Oak