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.
Art Nouveau Armchair by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark, C. 1900
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
Armchair in solid oak, the tall rectangular back with upholstered panel above open arms with scrolled terminals on turned supports, the upholstered seat with brass nailhead border ab...
Brass
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
Leon Benouville Art Nouveau Armchair
By Francois-Leon Benouville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Nouveau armchair, circa 1900, by Leon Benouville in sculpted mahogany.
$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
$1,058Sale Price|40% Off
H 40.16 in W 30.71 in D 32.29 in
80s, Danish Adjustable Lounge Chair, Hs Design, Nubuck Leather, Solid Teak Wood
By Dhs Designs
Located in Tarm, 82
Danish adjustable lounge chair. Made in about 1980 by HS Design. Refreshed by furniture craftsman at Retro Møbler Galleri. Original upholstery. Brown natural...
Brass
$6,513 / set
H 32.68 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Art Nouveau Side Chairs by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark, C. 1890
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
A pair of side chairs in oak, each with an upholstered back panel with rope-twist border detail flanked by turned uprights with urn finials, the upholstered seat above a plain frieze...
Wool, Oak
$3,540
H 37.8 in W 22.45 in D 23.23 in
Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Art Nouveau bentwood armchair, circa 1900, attributed to Thonet. The chair displays the elegant curved backrest and flowing arm supports characteristic of Viennese Secession design. ...
Beech, Bentwood, Fabric
$496Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.66 in W 16.93 in D 13.19 in
Wrought Iron French Art Nouveau Children's Armchair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau children's armchair. Striking French design from the 1900s. Blue lacquered wrought iron. This wonderful Art Nouveau children's armchair is in good co...
Wrought Iron
$4,263 / set
H 25.99 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
1900s Italy Pair of Bedroom Armchairs Art Nouveau with Stool Hand-Carved Walnut
By Carlo Zen
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1900s Italy budoir, pair of bedroom armchairs Art Nouveau with stool in hand-carved walnut, restored and polished to wax. Made new upholstery...
Fabric, Walnut
$30,790
H 35.83 in W 23.63 in D 22.05 in
Art Nouveau Armchair by Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark, ca. 1900
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
Armchair in darkly stained oak, the rectangular upholstered back above open s-curved arm supports and a broad flat arm rail, the upholstered seat above a plain frieze rail, raised on...
Oak, Fabric
Louis Majorelle French Art Nouveau Armchair
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau walnut armchair by Louis Majorelle, featuring sinuously curved arms and legs. The top of the chair is decorated with an intricately carved floral motif. It is up...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,954
H 31.89 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in
1960s, Danish lounge chair, original condition, furniture leather, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original black furniture leather, solid oak wood. Manufactured by Danish fu...
Leather, Oak
$772Sale Price|23% Off
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Beech Wood, Germany, Circa 1900
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The art nouveau armchair was made of bentwood. The seat has been reupholstered and covered with a very beautiful Art Nouveau fabric. The chair is reminiscent of Thonet chairs, but n...
Beech, Bentwood
Bulky Danish Lounge Chair in Mustard Velvet and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood, fabric, Denmark, 1950s This bulky easy chair features a sturdy yet inviting look. The wide seat with armrests and the backrest with wings, create a comfortable e...
Fabric, Wood