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Ib Kofod-Larsen Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Danish, 1921-2003

Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.

Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.

Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.

Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.

As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.

Find vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Ib Kofod-Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen 12 Drawer Cabinet
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brande Møbelfabrik, this teak 12 drawer cabinet is beautifully constructed with dove-tailed drawer fronts with recessed ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ib Kofod-Larsen Bureau Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden
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Rare bureau designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

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Ib Kofod-larsen commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Ib Kofod-Larsen commodes and chests of drawers 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 Ib Kofod-Larsen commodes and chests of drawers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original commodes and chests of drawers by Ib Kofod-Larsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider commodes and chests of drawers by Sibast, Feldballes Møbelfabrik, and Peter Hvidt. Prices for Ib Kofod-Larsen commodes and chests of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,000 and can go as high as $8,086, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,123.

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