Niels Koefoed’s furniture is a demonstration of mastery through dedication. The Danish designer devoted himself to creating dining room furniture in mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern styles. Koefoed was best known for his elegant dining room chairs and exquisite dining room tables that he designed to accompany them. His use of hardwoods, like teak, rosewood and cherry, ensured that each piece retained its charm and beauty.
Koefoed was born into a family in the furniture design and manufacturing business. His father, Einar Koefoed, had opened a furniture factory in Hornslet, Denmark, in the 1920s. Hornslet was a furniture town that was home to upholstery and cabinet companies. Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik, the Koefoed family factory, specialized in fine furniture. Over the 1950s and 60s, the company became widely recognized for Niels Koefoed’s popular dining room chairs.
One of Koefoed’s first designs to receive significant attention was the 1957 Peter dining chair. The chair’s appeal lay in its refreshingly light and minimalistic style, with a comfortable curved back and leather seat. Koefoed reportedly named the chair after his son.
In 1964, Koefoed created his most iconic design: the Eva dining chair, named for one of his daughters. He described the tall and graceful chair as feminine, with full hips and narrow shoulders. The chair continues to be in high demand today. It was part of a series of dining chairs named after important women in Koefoed’s life, the other two being the Ingrid chair, also named for a daughter, and the Lis chair. Together, the chairs were known as the “three lovely girls.”
In 2004, Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik relocated to Thailand and continued manufacturing furniture. However, many of the company’s classic mid-century designs, including the Peter and Eva chairs, are today reproduced by the Danish company CASØ Furniture.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Niels Koefoed seating, tables and more.
H 37.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Captain's Arm "Lis" Chair by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a single Danish Modern "Lis" ladderback armchair in stunning 100% original, vintage condition. Beautifully proportioned and featuring softly curved arms as well as bow-ti...
Walnut
H 37.75 in W 18.75 in D 20 in
Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark Set 4
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Fulton, CA
A nice set of 4 high-back "Eva" rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark. 1960's. Retaining their original finish with a nice glow to patina. E...
Rosewood
H 37.41 in W 18.51 in D 16.15 in
Set of 6 Niels Koefoed “Lis” Dining Chairs for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Elegant set of six “Lis” dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, these chairs showcase Koefoed’s signatu...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
H 37.6 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Danish Dining Chairs 1960s Teak Niels Koefoeds Set of 4 Lis Hornslet Rattan Cane
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous, outstanding and extremely rare set of four Mid Century Danish teak and rattan dining chairs in wonderful condition. Designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Hornslet, De...
Cane, Rattan, Teak
H 38.75 in W 20.75 in D 20 in
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Ingrid Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Ingrid Mid Century Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.75 wide x 20 deep x 38.75 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inche...
Upholstery, Teak
H 37.5 in W 18.5 in D 21.25 in
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed Captain chairs dimensions: 20.75 D x 20.75 W x 37.5
Upholstery, Rosewood
H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Set of 4 Danish Liz Rosewood chairs by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1960s
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining room chairs. Superb lines and woodwork with magnificent rosewood grain. Solid wood frames and black leatherette seats for exceptional comfort. Each chair model is...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
H 37.5 in W 21 in D 20.5 in
Set of Twelve Danish Teak "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of twelve high backed teak dining chairs, the model known as "Eva", designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960s. Includes two sculptural arm chairs and...
Upholstery, Teak
H 37.75 in W 18.75 in D 20 in
Set of Six Danish Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six high backed dining chairs in rosewood, the model known as "Eva", designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1970s.
Upholstery, Rosewood
H 38 in W 18.75 in D 20 in
Set of 6 "Eva" Dining Chairs, Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, 1960's
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a expansive set of six iconic "Eva" dining chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed Hornslet, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. These chairs exemplify the clean l...
Teak
Danish Black Frame Chairs Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Lis
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Baltimore, MD
An outstanding set of four dining chairs in black frames, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, model “Lis” made in Denm...
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Teak Modern Dining Chairs Koefoeds Hornslet Lis
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Baltimore, MD
An outstanding set of six teak dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, model “Lis” made in Denmark, circa 1960’s. This stunning set of six ladder back teak cha...
Upholstery, Teak
Mid Century Niels Moller Teak Dining Chairs 2 Arm 4 Side #64 #79
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Baltimore, MD
Set of 6 teak Danish Modern paper cord Dining chairs by famous designer Niels Otto Møller for J.L Møller Møbelfabrik in Denmark. The four side chairs (Model #79) and two Captain armc...
Papercord, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Bassett Dining Chairs
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful set of four Mid Century Modern high back dining chairs by Bassett, 2 side chairs and 2 armchairs. The solid frames feature novel period styling. A sculptural set of modern chairs...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Sculptural Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of six, extremely sought-after, gorgeous 1970s, modern Rosewood side/dining chairs. Attributed to Benny Linden for Benny Linden Designs, combines elegance with contemporary fla...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Vintage Gio Ponti Style Italian Ladder Back Chairs 4
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exceptional set of four tall ladder back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, c. 1950s. Each chair features a high back, with six horizontal slats, woven natural pape...
Rush, Wood
