Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Danish
Exemplary designs for wood chairs, cabinets, desks and tables are part of the legacy associated with Rud Rasmussen, an iconic Danish furniture manufacturer that collaborated with some of the world’s best known and universally revered Scandinavian modernists.
Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier was established in 1869 in Copenhagen. The workshop’s founder, cabinetmaker Rudolph Rasmussen, was raised in a family of carpenters and had initially specialized in oak furniture. It wasn’t long before the business had grown — in 1876, Rasmussen was operating out of a four-storey factory, and by the end of the 19th century, the manufacturer had forged relationships with esteemed Danish architects including Vilhelm Dahlerup and Thorvald Bindesbøll.
With Rudolph Rasmussen's passing in 1904, the founder’s sons, Rudolph and Victor, took control of the company. They realized their father's dream of expanding the business — the firm had by then been accepting commissions from Copenhagen City Hall and was soon producing furniture for the likes of the police station, the postal service, ministries, technical universities and hospitals. More longstanding collaborations with legendary cabinetmakers and architects came into play, too.
Rud Rasmussen partnered with Mogens Koch, Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Kaare Klint, the founder of the design school at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. The manufacturer is known to collectors for producing Koch’s versatile bookcases, and, in 1933, Rud Rasmussen debuted Klint’s Safari chair — a clever and timeless interpretation of campaign furniture.
Carl Hansen and Søn acquired Rud Rasmussen in 2011.
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Creator: Rud Rasmussen
Kaare Klint "Safari" Lounge Chairs in Black Leather & Ash, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful pair of vintage "Safari" chairs in deeply patinated black leather and dark stained solid ash. Designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s and manufactured by cabinetmaker Rud. Ras...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Set of 12 Kaare Klint Red Chairs, Niger Leather, Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
An extraordinary set of twelve Kaare Klint red chairs, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profil...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Vintage Refurbished Kaare Klint Safari Chairs from the 1960s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Søborg, DK
A vintage pair of refurbished Kaare Klint safari chairs from the 1960s by Rud Rasmussen furniture markers in Copenhagen.
KK47000 was designed in 1933 as a modern collapsible chair...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from elements ...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
$12,700 / item
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote can be...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
$2,684 Sale Price
35% Off
Mogens Koch Composite Book Case System in Solid Oak, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition MK Book Case shelving system by Mogens Koch. Executed in solid oakwood by Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1950s.
The lot consists of :
4 Bookcases: H: 76 W: 76 D: 28
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Exceptional pair of iconic Kaare Klint Mix Chairs in Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KAARE KLINT & RUD RASMUSSEN SNEDKERIER
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A rare pair Kaare Klint and the iconic “Mix Chairs”, mahogany frame, upholstered in Nigerian goat hide and brass nails.
Nigerian goat hide is very thick with natural patina, hence extremely durable due to its tight grain which with time gives the surface a beautiful sheen.
Executed by cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark.
An iconic piece of design and a collector's items.
ABOUT
Kaare Klint – the father of Danish Furniture Design – was also a pioneer in teaching. As head of the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen (1923-1954), he organised the department more as an architectural office, where he has lecturer, not only gave good advice but also sat down with the students at the drawings boards.
Kaare Klint’s mix...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Eight Kaare Klint Red Chairs, Rud Rasmussen, Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
An extraordinary set of eight Kaare Klint red chairs, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profile...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Koch Cabinets Set of Six for Rud Rasmussens Snedkerier, Denmark 1960
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Chicago, IL
Mogens Koch Cabinets set of Six for Rud Rasmussens Snedkerier, Denmark, 1960.This set consists of three bookcases, each uniquely designed. One cabinet features two doors concealing f...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Elm
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
By Bernt Petersen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s
An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish designer Bernt Petersen and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. The legs, drawer f...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Bookcase and cabinet system by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Complete storagesystem containing three cabinets and six bookcases made in solid oak by Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier, designed by Mogens Koch.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mogens Koch Mahogany Folding Table for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant folding tray sofa table in a practical and timeless design, crafted from mahogany.
The table can be easily folded and stowed away, making it ideal for flexible use in any...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair, Original Leather, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chairs original patinated aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Sofa, three seater, model 6092. Patinated tan leather.
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint sofa in patinated tan leather.
Legs of mahogany.
Made by Rud Rasmussen, model 6092.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair with ottoman
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. With ottoman.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by Rud Rasmussen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by Ru...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Modular highboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from different ...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Set of Eight 3758A Dining Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of eight dining armchairs, model '3758A' , horsehair, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1927, made 1950s
These dining chairs were des...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Skønvirke Bookcase #2, Martin Nyrop, Denmark, 1905
By Rud Rasmussen, Martin Nyrop
Located in London, GB
A pine bookcase designed by architect Martin Nyrop and made by cabinetmaker Rudolph Rasmussen during the early 20th century.
This bookcase, until recently, was part of the interior ...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kaare Klint "Faaborg Chair" – Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint (1888–1954)
The Faaborg Chair was designed by Danish architect and furniture designer Kaare Klint (1888–1954) in 1914 as part of the interior for Faaborg Museum, dedicate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Mahogany
Rare Mogens Koch Chest of Drawers in Oregon Pine, Rud Rasmussen, 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare Mogens Koch Chest of Drawers in Oregon Pine, Rud Rasmussen, 1960s
Description:
Rare chest of drawers designed by Mogens Koch and produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1960s. Executed...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Set of ten Niger leather 'Red Chairs' designed by Kaare Klint Denmark, 1928
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Originally designed in 1928, the ‘Red Chair’ is one of Kaare Klint’s most iconic creations, embodying his meticulous attention to proportion, materiality, and craftsmanship. This par...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated lea...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
$2,508 / item
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch six bookcases in pine with plinths. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
$13,758 / set
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is cons...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Modular highboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from different ...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kaare Klint, Cognac Leather Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Uppsala, SE
The legendary safari chair in cognac coloured leather on a very dark oak frame designed by the grandfather of Danish design, Kaare Klint, in 1933 for his long time collaborator Rud R...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 6092 with Savak Wool
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
Three-seater sofa with eight tapering mahogany legs. Sides, seat and back upholstered with striped savak wool presumably in the last 10-20 years with natura...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Wool
$6,600 Sale Price
65% Off
“The Egyptian table” by Mogens Lassen for Rud Rasmussen in Mahogany
By Mogens Lassen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Lassen. The 'Egyptian Table' is a foldable coffee table crafted in mahogany, showcasing a beautiful grain pattern and a beveled edge tabletop. The cross-shaped base not only p...
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of Vitrines in pine with sliding glass doors. Designed by Maa. Mogens Koch in the 1930,s. Perfect for wall mounting also.
Edited by Rud Rasmussen cabinet makers in the 1960s ....
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kaare Klint Cuban Mahogany Cabinet Made Early 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
Cabinet of Cuban mahogany. Front with two doors and two pull-out leaves with handles of black ebony, interior with trays. Two smaller and one large drawer with brass handles, brass f...
Category
1930s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$9,119 Sale Price
75% Off
A pair of early Kaare Klint and Edvard Kindt-Larsen 'Mix' chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare and early pair of Kaare Klint and Edvard Kindt-Larsen ‘Mix chairs’, designed 1930 and executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen in the early 1940's.
Frames of solid oak, uphol...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from different ...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Set of Four Martin Nyrop Oak Chairs for Copenhagen City Hall, circa 1905
By Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Valby, 84
A rare set of four solid oak chairs, designed by Martin Nyrop for Copenhagen City Hall around 1905 and crafted by the esteemed Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmakers. These chairs feature pier...
Category
Early 1900s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Kaare Klint, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Safari Lounge Chairs, Tan Leather, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Kaare Klint Danish Mid-Century Modern Safari Lounge Chairs, Rasmussen
Pair of Safari Lounge Chairs, model KK47000 by Kaare Klint (1888-1954) for Rud. Rasmussen Snedkerier.,...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding three-seat sofa on eight-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather.
Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Nørreb...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather. Designed in 1935.
Designed by Kaare Klint and made by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint, 1969
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning safari chair designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen’s Snedkerier, with patinated ash frame, seat, back, straps and loose cushion in leather, designed in 1933, produced 1...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Safari Chairs in Brown Canvas and Ash
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, pair of safari chairs model 'KK47000', ash, canvas, metal, brass, leather, Denmark, designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s.
The chair shows very eleg...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Tall cabinet in oak by Mogens Koch
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall cabinet in solid patinated oak with matching base.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
KK 4122 - Sideboard in Cuba mahogany by Kaare Klint
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 4122 - Sideboard in Cuba mahogany with two sliding doors, pull-out shelves and brass handles. Designed in 1930 by Kaare Klint. Labelled from manufacturer Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, glass, Denmark, design 1928
Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from el...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Glass, Pine
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair, Original Leather, 1960s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chairs original patinated aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather. Back covered in original canvas.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale chair was also clearly visible in the famous Red Chair, designed in 1927 for the lecture hall at The Museum of Arts and Crafts (now Design Museum Denmark), but with its straight back deprived of all unnecessary decoration and its beautiful Niger leather, the Red Chair was far from an imitation. Other important works include The Propeller Stool (1927), The ‘Mix Chair’ designed in collaboration with his pupil Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1930, the Safari Chair (1930), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen. Also noteworthy are Klint’s well-proportioned cabinets and wardrobes...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of nine bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$21,390 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of six bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$14,260 / set
Mogens Koch Cabinets and Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets and bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Cabinets in Solid Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four cabinets in oregon pine. Designed by Mogens Koch in 1933 and made by Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers. original condition.
Category
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rare Pair of Kaare Klint Armchairs Model 5313, Niger Leather, Scandinavan Modern
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KAARE KLINT & RUD RASMUSSENS SNEDKERIER
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A pair of early and rare Kaare Klint easy chairs, model 5313, mahogany legs and Nig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Koch Cabinet for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet in mahogani. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Bookcases Made In Light Mahogany By Mogens Koch For Rud Rasmussen From 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
The light mahogany bookcase, designed by Mogens Koch and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in the 1960s, is a remarkable piece of furniture that represents a harmonious fusion of functio...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$3,774 Sale Price / set
33% Off
Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular bookcase unit executed in teak, designed by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen. This impressive set is comprised of nine individual units, including 6 bookshelves and 3 base cabin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
Materials
Teak
$20,000 Sale Price / set
37% Off
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Three-seater sofa model 5011 in original leather and eight-legged ash base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935.
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
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Mogens Koch Bookcases in Elm for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of three bookcases in elm with plinths. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
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Elm
$6,772 / set
Martin Nyrop Cabinet by Rud. Rasmussen in Teak, Danish Modern, 1900-1920
By Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare tall cabinet in teak by Danish architect Martin Nyrop (1849-1921) for cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen in 1905.
These cabinets were designed for Copenhagen City...
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Faaborg Chair Model 9662 Made In Mahogany By Kaare Klint For Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Faaborg Chair made in light mahogany with wicker. Designed by Kaare Klint and made by Rud Rasmussen. Early model from 1950s.
The Chair is in great condition.
Dimensions:
H:73,5cm
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Furniture
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Mahogany
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rud Rasmussen Furniture
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Mahogany
$4,586 / set
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Rud Rasmussen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Rud Rasmussen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Rud Rasmussen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Kaare Klint, Illum Wikkelsø, and Peter Hvidt. Prices for Rud Rasmussen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $104,526, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,000.
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