Over a century after his death, Thorvald Bindesbøll is remembered for his wonderfully artistic ceramic designs, smithed creations and imaginative lighting fixtures. The Danish architect, designer and artist brought a creative eye and meticulous hand to everything he made.
Born in Copenhagen, Bindesbøll’s early education was unconventional. His father, the famed architect Michael Gottlieb Bindesbøll, taught him at home. Growing up around his father’s students and colleagues, he was challenged to match them in intellect and artistic acuity.
In 1876, Bindesbøll graduated with an architecture degree from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Instead of just focusing on architecture, Bindesboll developed a love of art, with a special emphasis on ceramics.
He worked for a time at Frauens Levarefabrik and then for Johan Wallmann from 1883 to 1890. Throughout the remainder of the 19th century, Bindesbøll collaborated with craftspeople from diverse disciplines, including ceramicists, silversmiths and goldsmiths.
Bindesbøll spent a great deal of time designing silver works. The success of these designs led to factories producing inferior copies.
Bindesbøll died in 1908, leaving behind numerous design sketches and an eclectic body of work that continues to be prized by collectors today.
On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Thorvald Bindesboll decorative objects, lighting, serveware and more.
Thorvald Bindesbøll Solid Oak Arts and Crafts Armchair, Denmark 1900’s
By Rud Rasmussen, Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
Rare and important solid oak armchair from circa 1900 by what you can call Denmarks first designer Thorvald Bindesbøll. Thorvald Bindesbøll (July 21, 1846, in Copenhagen – August 27...
Leather, Oak
Pair of Thorvald Bindesbøll chairs in oak, Denmark 1890’s
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
A remarkable pair of oak chairs designed by Thorvald Bindesbøll in the 1890s, featuring elegant turned details that highlight the impeccable craftsmanship of this celebrated Danish d...
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Oak Armchair by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark circa 1905
By Rud Rasmussen, Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
A stunning and rare armchair designed by Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846–1908), one of Denmark’s most celebrated architects and designers of the late 19th and early 20th century. This exq...
Leather, Oak
Thorvald Bindesbøll Oak Chair with Patinated Leather, circa 1900
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and elegant chair designed by Danish architect Thorvald Bindesbøll around 1900. Crafted from solid oak, the chair features a gracefully curved backrest and refined detailing c...
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Oak Armchair by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark circa 1890
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
A stunning and rare armchair designed by renowned Danish architect and designer Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846–1908). This elegant piece is crafted in solid oak with beautifully contrasti...
Velvet, Oak
Thorvald Bindesbøll, Side Chair, Leather, Wood, Denmark, 1900
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in High Point, NC
A leather and wood side chair designed and produced by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark, c. 1900. seat height 19”.
Leather, Wood
On Hold|$7,800 / set
H 33.08 in W 20.08 in D 17.72 in
Set of 8 'Razorblade' Chairs in Oak & Hessian by Danish Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural and highly recognizable set of eight “Razorblade” dining chairs crafted in solid oak. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik and produced circa the 1...
Fabric, Textile, Burlap, Oak
$6,800 / set
H 37.8 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Set of 8 Chairs in Oak & Hessian, Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural and highly recognizable set of eight high-back “Razorblade” dining chairs crafted in solid oak. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for E.G. Møbler and produced circa t...
Oak, Fabric, Textile, Burlap
$1,600
H 27.75 in W 19.25 in D 16 in
Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark
By Frem Røjle
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark, By Frem Røjle Model Roundette. Matched Pair With Black Faux Leather Seats Iconic Three Footed Design With Sl...
Teak
Rustic Danish Chairs in Straw and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, straw wicker, Denmark, 1960s This collection comprises an extensive array of rustic Danish church chairs, constructed from durable oak wood and characterized by...
Straw, Oak
$6,900
H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 22.45 in
Adolf Loos Corner Chair, F.O. Schmidt, Oak Wood Leather, Jugendstil, 1898-1900
By Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Adolf Loos
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A corner armchair designed by Adolf Loos (1870-1933) and manufactured by Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Vienna, Austria, circa 1900. The condition of the wood is very good. The leather seat...
Leather, Wood
Early 20th century accent chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover a timeless gem for your living space with our Early 20th century accent chair. Lovingly crafted from exotic wood, this stand-out piece embodies unparalleled elegance and his...
Bentwood
$2,495
H 57.75 in W 26 in D 21 in
Late 19th Century French Gothic Style Hand Carved Oak Armchair, Throne
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Gothic style oak coffer armchair features eight hand carved panels in the lower apron and seat back, each with different Gothic motifs. The two lo...
Oak
Danish High Back Leather Lounge Chair, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Danish high back leather lounge chair in well-aged red leather with down cushions and teak legs.
Leather, Teak
$7,800 / set
H 38 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in
Danish Mid Century, Set of 8 Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural and highly recognizable set of eight high-back “Razorblade” dining chairs crafted in solid oak. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for E.G. Møbler and produced circa t...
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
20th Century English Carved Oak Elizabethan Style Armchair
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a carved solid oak armchair in the Elizabethan atyle. The chair was made in England, circa 1900. All of the carving is hand done and of superior quality and depth. The chair ...
Oak
$1,564
H 36.23 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This German Art Nouveau chair, crafted around 1900, is made from solid oak and has been professionally restored and newly upholstered. The design is restrained and architectural, wit...
Fabric, Oak
$12,993
H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 17.33 in
Original Josef Hoffmann/Gebrüder J&J Kohn Chair, Early 20th Century, Jugendstil
By Woka Lamps, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare and so far undocumented armchair by Josef Hoffmann, original leather upholstery, branding iron J&J Kohn. An identical chair with a different upholstery is available as well.
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 39 in W 37 in D 33 in
Very Rare Pair of 19th Century Slope Back Oak Armchairs by Thorvald Bindesbøll
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Impressive carvings terminating in magnificent lion head carvings. Thorvald Bindesbøll, 1846-1908, who trained as an architect, was a son of the neoclassical architect Gottlieb Binde...
Oak