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Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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
Danish 1940s Wingback Chair in Beech by Master Carpenter Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful classic 1930s-1940s wingback chair produced by Master Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Denmark. Slid mahogany stained beechwood. Very elegant design that fits superbly into a...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Pair of Frits Henningsen Easy Chairs in Mahogany, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting an exquisite pair of easy chairs produced by the renowned Frits Henningsen in the 1940's. Crafted with sophistication and attention to detail, these armchairs encapsulate ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Armchair Upholstered with Blue Velvet and Mahogany Designed by Fritz Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair upholstered with blue velvet and mahogany designed by Fritz Henningsen. The chair is in great vintage condition.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Velvet, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen: Armchair with carved mahogany frame
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
Armchair with carved mahogany frame. Seat, back and armrests upholstered with light patterned fabric. Stamped 6416. Made by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Condition Normal patina du...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Chairs, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
An original pair of Frits Henningsen chairs, Denmark, 1940s. Designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Copenhagen. The chairs have pre...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany & Caned Armchair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century armchair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop with a te...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Cane, Mahogany

Pair of Frits Henningsen Mahogany Armchairs, circa 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Danish rich mahogany armchairs by Frits Henningsen, circa 1940, with a slightly curved rectangular backrest, downswept armrests on scrolled supports raised on sabre legs. Ful...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Wood

1950s Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs in Birch Wood, Denmark
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Sturdy and stable - Armrests dimensions: 64.5cm.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Wood, Birch

Frits Henningsen For Carl Hansen Signature Style Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
A Frits Henningsen For Carl Hansen Signature Style armchair Frits Henningsen (1889-1965) was known as an uncompromising designer. He viewed qu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Frits Henningsen 1889-1965. Desk arm chair in solid mahogany, seat with original horse hair upholstery. Designed in 1930-1950. Frits Henningse...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Easy Chairs with Fluted Legs, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
‘Danish master cabinetmaker’ or “snedkermester” has become a commonly used term for Danish furniture makers, even though the expression is quite exclusive and only applies to certain craftsmen. Frits Henningsen is justly one of the most renowned master cabinetmakers, with this pair of easy chairs illustrating why. The typical elements of Danish modern furniture, the straight lines, the clear design, had developed with time, starting on the long path from the historical style that was still predominant in the 1920s. Architect and furniture maker, Frits Henningsen had a significant role in paving this path. As an active member of the Cabinetmakers Guild from 1927, he was admired by his peers for the high quality of his craftsmanship. The shape of this chair model shows Henningsen’s opposition to the younger designers in the 1940s who preferred strictly straight lines. Henningsen on the other hand, believed furniture design needed to maintain curvature which contributed to a homely look. These easy chairs were designed in this period and feature the uncompromising designer’s personal...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of 1950s Danish Armchairs by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, London
Pair of lounge chairs By Frits Henningsen Newly upholstered in Baluchi Natural fabric by Designers Guild Measure: seat height 42cm. Denmark 1950s.  
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Frits Henningsen, Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare easy chair of leather and mahogany with nail head trim. Designed by Frits Henningsen. Reupholstered in soft red leather and refinished mahogany with brass nail-heads.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Brass

1950s Danish Armchair by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, London
Lounge armchair By Frits Henningsen Wool fabric Danish 1950s Measures: Seat height 43cm Matching pair available.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Frits Henningsen Double Layer Caned Back Transitional Modern Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This armchair was designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chair features a double layered cane back, new wool-linen blend upholstery in a flax/pale sa...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Cane, Beech

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair. Wood is Mahogany. New black leather. 1940's.  
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen armchair. Designed in 1949. New black leather upholstery with brass nail heads.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Leather, Beech

Armchair Upholstered with Red Velvet and Mahogany Designed by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair upholstered with red velvet and mahogany designed by Frits Henningsen. The chair is great vintage condition.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Velvet, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Cuban Mahogany Armchair, 1933
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Madrid, ES
An armchair designed and edited by Frits Henningsen in 1933. Cuban mahogany frame ;professionally reupholstered in brown leather. Brass nails. Excellent condition. Shipping worldwide.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Wingback Chair in Walnut and Green Rubelli Fabric, 1930s
By Frits Henningsen, Rubelli
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare wingback chair was designed and made by Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen in the mid-1930s. The particular model was exhibited at the 1933 exhibition held at the Industr...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut, Fabric

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 Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Leather, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair Produced by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen in Denmark
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare armchair designed by Frits Henningsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen in Denmark.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

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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 Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Armchair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

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

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Beech

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 Armchairs

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Beech, Fabric

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 Armchairs

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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 Armchairs

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 Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Easy Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen easy chair with mahogany frame in fabric.
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20th Century Danish Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Armchair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Armchair With Original Horse Hair Upholstery
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Frits Henningsen Chairs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Frits Henningsen arm chairs.
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1940s Danish Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

Frits Henningsen Arm Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen arm chair With Original Horsehair Material
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frits Henningsen Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Frits Henningsen armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Frits Henningsen armchairs 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 armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Frits Henningsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by France & Daverkosen, Hans Olsen, and Erik Buch. Prices for Frits Henningsen armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,294 and can go as high as $24,259, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,050.

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