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Frits Henningsen Furniture

Danish, 1889-1965

Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen never compromised on quality. His furniture is known for its impeccable craftsmanship, and unlike many designers of his day, Henningsen — a dogged perfectionist — rarely permitted any of his pieces to be built outside of his own workshop. Each of his elegant low-profile tables, chairs and sofas feature the clean lines and graceful curves typically associated with vintage mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern furniture.

Henningsen was born in 1889 and apprenticed as a cabinetmaker in the early 1900s. He was mentored by the well-known and respected cabinetmaker I.P. Mørck and completed his apprenticeship at the age of 22.

Henningsen also studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where one of his teachers was legendary furniture designer Kaare Klint, who is frequently called the father of Danish modernism. Henningsen saw Klint as a friendly rival, which motivated him to refine his craftsmanship and technique.

Henningsen traveled throughout Germany, France, and Great Britain to gather knowledge, experience and inspiration. He returned to Copenhagen in 1915 and set up a furniture store and workshop to create and sell his own designs. He also developed relationships with Rud Rasmussen and Carl Hansen & Søn, the only furniture manufacturers he trusted to produce his designs.

Bucking the angular and geometric furniture trends of the time, Henningsen embraced fluid and organic forms. Much of his inspiration came from the Rococo, French Empire and British 17th-century styles he encountered on his travels. The 1930 Heritage chair is a prime example of these influences. It features soft, curving lines and has a sophisticated appeal.

Another piece that showcases Henningsen’s style and craftsmanship is the 1952 Signature chair. A striking work that features an inviting curved seat atop sinuous carved wood legs, the Signature chair was his last design.

The straightforward and timeless style of Henningsen furniture continues to enjoy popularity today. In fact, in 2015, Carl Hansen & Son reissued the iconic Signature chair.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Frits Henningsen seating, side tables and cabinets on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Frits Henningsen
Frits Henningsen 1940s Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid mahogany two-seat sofa designed and made by Frits Henningsen in the 1940s. Two-tone velour upholstery with black upper and silver seat.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Wood

Occasional Table Attributed to Frits Henningsen, Denmark 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Occasional table attributed to Frits Henningsen, Denmark 1940s. Solid hand carved oak. Measurements: L: 140 cm / 4' 7...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Oak

Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Beech, Fabric

Frits Henningsen Wingback Chair and Footstool
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen wingback chair reupholstered in new black leather.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

1930s Danish Oak Windsor Chair by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Windsor chair in oak with the original Nigerian goat red leather seat pad.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Armchair
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Round Pedestal Mahogany Coffee Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Frits Henningsen, Danish 1889-1965. Circular pedestal coffee table in solid mahogany. Table top with beautiful grain and fluted edge. Resting on tripod foot ending in brass shoes. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Brass

Frits Henningsen, Three Seat Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen three seat sofa new upholstered with brandy coloured aniline leather Frame of mahogany. Made in the 1940s.  
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Three Seater Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Frits Henningsen three seater sofa on a mahogany frame with eight legs and covered with green wool. The sides have exposed wood panels on either side. It was designed and made circ...
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1930s Danish Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Midcentury Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Bookcase, designed by prolific Danish furniture designer Frits Henningsen. Crafted in versatile Rosewood, this open bookcase is designed with low, sleek leg...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Furniture

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Rosewood

Frits Henningsen Mahogany Coffee Table Top Inlaid with Jens Thirslund Tiles 1930
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Vejle Øst, DK
Mahogany coffee table with profiled edges. Top inlaid with Jens Thirslund tiles decorated with turquoise/black double glaze from Kähler. H. 52. L. 73. W. 57.
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1930s Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair from the 1940's.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Classic Midcentury Danish Frits Henningsen Settee, ca. 1950
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish settee by the Master himself, Frits Henningsen. Very elegant and stylish yet simple and refined. Comfortable and supportive. Solid and sturdy design. Upholstered at a...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Wool, Beech

Frits Henningsen Sheraton Style Sideboard
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mahogany Sheraton style sideboard, lightly curved front with three drawers and two doors behind which there are shelves. Tall tapered legs. ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Brass

Frits Henningsen Pedestal Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen pedestal table with brass feet.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Brass

Frits Henningsen Mahogany Armchairs, circa 1940
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
Frits Henningsen Pair of cane back armchairs, circa 1940s This pair of Cuban mahogany armchairs designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chairs f...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Cane, Mahogany, Leather

Frits Henningsen Magazine Stand for Andreas Tuck, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen was well known for his meticulous attention to details and quality of execution. It was as important to him that he be considered an accomplished cabinetmaker, as a ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Beech

Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen sofa. This is the first time I have seen one of these sofas with an original finished back.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Frits Henningsen High Back Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen high back lounge chair.
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Cane

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair with original horsehair upholstery. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. We can reupholster. Send us your fabric. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Settee
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Frits Henningsen settee of oak and its original ivory leather upholstery with nailhead trim. Features a high wingback and half moon armrests. Designed in Denmark, circa 1940.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of Frits Henningsen Lounge Chairs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Frits Henningsen lounge chairs. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Easy Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen easy chair with mahogany frame in fabric.
Category

20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Armchair With Original Horse Hair Upholstery
Category

1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Sofa
Category

1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen leather, mahogany and brass lounge chair with nailheads from Denmark, circa 1940.
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1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Fritz Henningsen Coffee Table
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood coffee table with two drawers by Fritz Henningsen.
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Frits Henningsen Chairs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Frits Henningsen arm chairs.
Category

1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Sofa
Category

1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Frits Henningsen Arm Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen arm chair With Original Horsehair Material
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Sofa
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen sofa
Category

1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Highback Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen (1902-1971) highback upholstered mahogany armchair, 1930's
Category

1930s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Frits Henningsen 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 Frits Henningsen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 152 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 11 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Frits Henningsen 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 Grete Jalk, Nanna Ditzel, and Sibast. Prices for Frits Henningsen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $812 and can go as high as $62,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,697.

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