Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg was a passionate innovator and lighting designer credited with the success of the Danish lighting company Fog & Mørup. His sleek ceiling lights, floor lamps and table lamps are characterized by the simple lines and clean aesthetic of Scandinavian modern design.
Hammerborg was born in Randers, Denmark, in 1920. As a young man, he trained as a silversmith before attending the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. In 1949, Hammerborg began working as a silversmith at leading Danish silverware brand Georg Jensen. He worked at Georg Jensen until 1957, when he became the chief designer at Fog & Mørup.
Hammerborg brought both his modernist designs and his good business sense to Fog & Mørup. He helped the company create a strong brand and implemented a stringent manufacturing process to ensure high quality. During his time with Fog & Mørup, Hammerborg designed over 60 lighting fixtures and collaborated with other designers such as Torsten Thorup and Claus Bonderup, Erik Balslev, Sophus Frandsen and more. Vintage Hammerborg lighting is functional and accessible and was intended for easy coordination with modern interior decor.
Among Hammerborg's most famous works are his 1966 Trombone series. Trombone pendants, floor lamps and table lamps feature cylindrical shades in various metallic finishes and are fantastically versatile. The Milieu pendant from 1975 is another notable Hammerborg design. Its hemispherical shape gives the shade a light and airy quality, and Hammerborg's love of parachuting inspired its distinctive appearance.
Hammerborg left Fog & Mørup in 1980. The company subsequently underwent a series of mergers that eventually led to its closure.
Hammerborg’s brilliant lighting creations remain in high demand today. The Hammerborg family has collaborated with Danish furniture brand Warm Nordic — which has reissued iconic mid-century works such as Hans Olsen’s inviting Fried Egg armchair — in order to relaunch the Trombone and Milieu series.
On 1stDibs, find an extensive collection of vintage Jo Hammerborg lighting.
Mid-Century Danish Medio Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant pendant lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A simple and timeless design. The lamp body shows a simple pill shape w...
Metal
Ultra Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant Copper Pendant Light in very fine condition designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Round copper lacqured pendant light * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Mod...
Metal, Copper
Set of Danish Modern Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Modern Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside. * Designer: J...
Copper
Rare Jo Hammerborg / Fog & Mørup Table Lamp Model Senior
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / teak base fitted with 2 E27 sockets up to 60W each double glass shade green and white. Designed by Hammerborg model „Senior“ E7163/1 and produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark, 1960...
Brass
$574Sale Price|45% Off
Scandinavian Modern Orient Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1960s table lamp model "Orient" by the Danish Designer Jo Hammerborg. It was manufactured by Fog & Morup in Copenhagen Denmark in the late 1960s. The lamp is made from brushed alum...
Aluminum
Copper Ultra Pendant By Jo Hammerborg For Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This copper Ultra pendant light was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the very early 1960s. The lamp consists of seven rings. Ultra was produced in solid copper and lacqu...
Copper
Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Soft Copper Pendants Light designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacqured pendants * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Model: Ultra * Manufactu...
Metal, Copper
Orient Major Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The Orient Major pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also two ...
Copper
Orient Minor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The orient minor pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also two ...
Copper
Blue "Equator" Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1968 (NOS)
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Equator" pendant, by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. Launched in 1968 (This model was part of the colorful "Rainbow" line often featured in late 60s catalogs). The sp...
Metal, Aluminum
Midi Bunker Ceiling Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in Green
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jo Hammerborg designed Midi Bunker large ceiling pendant produced by Fog and Mørup. Rare model, adjustable height, ceiling flush mount with white canopy, chrome swing arm and green e...
Metal, Chrome
Orient Major Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The Orient Major pendant was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. In the Orient series Fog & Mørup produced pendants in two different sizes and, over the course of time, also two ...
Copper
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Ultra Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s - Copper-coloured pendant lamp from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Morup - Based on a design by Jo Hammerborg f...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Poker Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg. A simple design. The curves of the screen are designed soft in large radii. Striking is the p...
Metal
Trombone Table Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, Denmark 1960's
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rochester, NY
Trombone table / desk lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup - Copenhagen, Denmark - circa 1960's.. Signed w/ hanging paper string tag & label by switch / European el...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Ultra Copper Ceiling Lamp by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Ultra ceiling lamp, designed by Jo Hammerborg and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian modern lighting design. Crafted from...
Copper
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa, Fog and Morup, RAAK, Bent Karlby
Located in München, DE
Very nice and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. There is a cozy light. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammerborg C...
Metal
$1,346Sale Price|20% Off
Jo Hammerborg Nova Patinated Copper Ceiling Lamp Fog & Mørup Denmark 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lisboa, PT
This “Nova” ceiling lamp, designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s, exemplifies the sculptural precision and functional elegance that define Scandinavian...
Copper
Set of Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Elegant Opaline Glass Sconces by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * A set (2) of wall lamps with white mouth-blown opaline glass shades. * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Opaline Glass
Blue Juno Hanging Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Blue (slight purple tone) flying saucer pendant light called 'Juno' and designed by Jo Hammerborg for his Rainbow Line in 1969. Manufacture...
Steel
Vintage Danish "Diskos" Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish "Diskos" ceiling pendant by Johannes Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s Elegant Danish Mid-Century Modern aluminium pendant....
Aluminum
Brass Nova Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A NOVA brass pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic for a beautiful home. * A brass lacqured pendant light, pale orange on the inside * Designer: Jo Hamme...
Metal, Brass
Purple "Ultra" Aluminum Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
The "Ultra" features a complex composition of concentric bands: six smaller white lacquered cylinders merge into a larger, single outer form. This layering ensures the light source i...
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of 1960s Floor Lamps with new shades by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in København K, 84
This rare pair of Danish Modern floor lamps, designed by Jo Hammerborg for the esteemed lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in Copenhagen during the 1960s, epitomizes the sophisticatio...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Copper Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa, Louis Weisdorf, Fog and Morup, Kay Korbing
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive pendant lamp from the 1960s. Contemporary design and a highlight for every room. A cozy light is created. Manufacturer: Fog and Morup Design: Jo Hammer...
Metal
Golden Kastor Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Fog and Morup, RAAK, Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive Kastor pendant lamp from the 1960s. Impressively beautiful and contemporary design. A spectacular play of light is created in the room. Manufacturer: F...
Brass
Rare Midcentury Large Pendant VEGA, Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - representative - iconic - marked by label
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-Century Danish Diskos Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century pendant light from the Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup after a design by Jo Hammerborg from the 1960s. A minimalist design with an elegant shape. As the name suggests, t...
Metal
Jo Hammerborg Vintage Danish "Roulet" Copper Pendant Made by Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original vintage "Roulet" ceiling lamp/pendant designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s. It's made of copper with orange and white lacquer inside. The lamp is made by...
Metal, Copper
Copper Roulet Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Copper Roulet pendant designed by Jo Hammerborg in 1963 and produced by Fog & Mørup in Denmark. The lamp consists of four rings encompassing each other...
Copper
Brass Nova Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A brass pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A classic piece. * A brass lacqured pendant light - orange on the inside * Designer: Jo Hammerborg * Model: Nova * Producer:...
Metal, Brass
Set of Brass Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Værløse, DK
A set (2) of classic NOVA brass pendant lights by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup. A Danish classic. * A set (2) brass lacqured pendant lights - oran...
Metal, Brass
Pair Grey Danish Zone Pendant Lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Bent Karlby, Jo Hammerborg, Lyfa, Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Scandinavian modernist pendant lights from the 1960s. Danish Zone Pendant Lamps in a very elegant light grey Color. Design by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s Nice ori...
Metal, Steel
Jo Hammerborg Trombone Brass Pendant Lamps for Fog & Morup
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A matching pair of trombone pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog of Mørup in Denmark during the 1960s. Made from brass-alloyed partially perforated alumin...
Aluminum
Excellent Pair of Jo Hammerborg 'NOVA' Pendant Lights for Fog & Morup.
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Chicago, IL
Brushed brass layered pendant light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup When lit, the lamp provides a soft, glare-free downward light, making it ideal for low hanging, and the shin...
Brass
$1,875Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Danish Orient Table Lamps in Copper by Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Pair of Orient table lamps in brushed copper. Design by Jo Hammerborg in 1957 for Fog & Morup, Denmark. Jo Hammerborg has been the art director of Fog & Morup for over 20 years. ...
Metal, Copper
Nova Pendant in Brass by Hammerborg, Unused with OG Box
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Nova" Brass Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960: Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your space with the "Nova" Brass Pendant, a popular and well-known design by th...
Brass
$913Sale Price|39% Off
Floor Lamp Trombone by s
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Oirlo, LI
Trombone II, aluminum floor lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in 1966 - a beautiful Danish midcentury floor lamp in very good vintage condition. A sleek shaped floor lamp with ...
Aluminum, Chrome
$560Sale Price / item|15% Off
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
$1,635Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp Studio by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic scandinavian modern Spot Floorlamp Model Studio has been designed by Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog and Morup in the early 1960s in Denmark. It features a grey lac...
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Large 1950s Jo Hammerborg Perforated Brass Wall Lamps for Fog & Mørup. A minimalist Danish modern design classic executed in brass and wh...
Metal, Brass
$1,495Sale Price|44% Off
Original 1960s "Kastor" Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: hanging light Modell: Kastor Design: Jo Hammborg Producer: Fog and Mørup Origin: Denmark Age: 1960s This metal han...
Metal, Copper
'Ambassador' table lamp, Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s
By Fog and Morup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Torino, IT
'Ambassador' table lamp, Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark 1960s
Aluminum
A pair of original 1960s danish modern pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in København K, 84
A pair of original 'Life' pendants lamps by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark. They are beautiful medium sized pendants emitting a direct light...
Metal, Brass
Midi Bunker Fog & Mørup Pendant Light by Jo Hammerborg in Chocolate Brown
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Authentic Midi Bunker pendant light, designed by renowned Danish designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1970s. This iconic Mid Century Modern ceiling lamp features a warm...
Metal
$1,250 / item
1950s Jo Hammerborg Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Jo Hammerborg, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Black Metal Cylindrical Jo Hammerborg Pendants for Louis Poulsen Executed in black painted cylindrical metal with custom patinated bra...
Metal
$764Sale Price / item|15% Off
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
Aluminum
$1,359Sale Price / item|15% Off
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Jo Hammerborg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timel...
Aluminum
Original 1960s Hanging Light "Corona" Designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Pendant light by Jo Hammerborg, 1963. Producer Fog and Mørup, Denmark. This metal hanging light was designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup in 1963. This light was produ...
Metal
Original 1960s "Classic" Hanging Light by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Aluminium pendant light by Jo Hammerborg Producer Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s. This pendant light was designed by Jo Hammerborg in the 1960s and produced by Fog and Mørup in...
Metal
Danish Modern Copper Pendant Lights by Jo Hammerborg, 1960s, Denmark
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Roulette Copper Pendant lights designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. * Set (2) of copper lacquered pendant lights. Orange / white on the inside * Designer: ...
Copper
Copper Kastor Pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Jo Hammerborg designed the 'Kastor' pendant for Danish manufacturer Fog & Mørup. The 'Kastor' series consisted of three different models: a pendant, a wall lamp and a floor lamp, ...
Copper
Pair of Saturn Pendants by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Two Saturn pendants, designed by Danish designer Jo Hammerborg and manufactured by Fog & Mørup. The model is a structure of two concentric cylindrical copper bands that are held tog...
Metal, Copper
$3,800 / set
Pair of President Floor Lamps by Jo Hammerborg
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of President floor lamps in chromed metal and rosewood. Comes with new fabric shades. Designed by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Denmark in 1968. Great condition. Literature: Fo...
Chrome
Copper Nova pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Copper Nova pendant, designed by Jo Hammerborg, who was the main designer of Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s and 1970s. Nova was produced in three different ty...
Copper
Nova Brass pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Brass Nova pendant designed in the 1960s by Jo Hammerborg, main designer of Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s and 1970s. This model was produced in three di...
Brass
Brass pendant Nova by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Brass Nova pendant designed in the 1960s by Jo Hammerborg, main designer of Danish lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s and 1970s. This model was produced in three d...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Organic Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Copper Black Metal
By Jo Hammerborg
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier by Jo Hammerborg circa 1960 with three shades shaped like tubes from copper and black lacquered metal. A wonderful chandelier or ceiling lamp fr...
Metal, Copper
Ceiling Pendant In Model Hercules By Jo Hammerborg For Fog & Mørup From 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
Ceiling pendant, model Hercules, by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup from the 1960s. It is a retro pendant lamp that reflects beautiful Scandinavian design in top class. The lamp is the perfect decor lamp...
Brass
Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup Large Size Wall Sconces, 1960
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Pair of large size wall sconces, designed by Jo Hammerborg, Made in Denmark by Fog & Mørup, 1960s. Gorgeous and large size, heavy wall sconces. Both sconces are made of heavy me...
Metal, Stainless Steel