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Rud Rasmussen Desks and Writing Tables

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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.

Find vintage Rud Rasmussen seating, case pieces and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Rud Rasmussen
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
By Rud Rasmussen, Bernt Petersen
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 Desks and Writing Tables

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Large Scandinavian Art Deco Desk in the Style of Jindrich Halabala
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Gorgeous vintage oversized Scandinavian Art Deco desk in the style of iconic furniture designer Jindrich Halabala, circa 1950s. The desk is ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Rud Rasmussen Desks and Writing Tables

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Poul Kjaerholm PK52 / Student Desk in Steel & Oregon by Pine Rud Rasmussen 1950s
By Poul Kjærholm, Rud Rasmussen
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Rare Danish mid century "PK 52 / Student Desk" in black lacquered steel and oregon pine by Poul Kjærholm produced by Rud Rasmussen Denmark, 1950s. In good original condition. Dimen...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Model 4113 Mahogany Writing Desk
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
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Kaare Klint (1888–1954) Freestanding desk crafted in solid Cuban mahogany. Designed in 1929 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen Cabinetmakers. This is model 4113, likel...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Rud Rasmussen Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Very Rare and Original Writing Table PK53 by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen
By Poul Kjærholm, Rud Rasmussen
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This stunning example is in museum condition, all completely original, not perfect, but very nicely used, the Oregon Pie top has a wonderful patine, with no real digs or scratches. T...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rud Rasmussen Desks and Writing Tables

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Rud Rasmussen desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Rud Rasmussen desks and writing tables 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 desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables by Rud Rasmussen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desks and writing tables by Arne Jacobsen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik, and Fritz Hansen. Prices for Rud Rasmussen desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,471 and can go as high as $8,358, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,402.

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