Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Danish, b. 1929
With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.
Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.
Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.
Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.
Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)
While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.
Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.
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Creator: Kai Kristiansen
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik with custom upholstery.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegan...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen
Model 42 dining chairs, 1956.
Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Refinished rosewood fra...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen 'Troja' round chair from circa 1960. The frame is made from Afromosia African teak wood. The seat has been reupholstered in premium aniline cognac brown leather.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak, Leather
Vintage Danish Rosewood 2-Bay Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish modular rosewood/palisander wall unit by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Floating modular 2 bay shelving system model FM R...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Entre 3B Model 385 Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Entre 3B / Model 385 Dresser or Chest of Drawers, Denmark - 1960s.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wood
Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Beautiful set of 'Compass' chairs design by Kai Kristiansen in solid teak wood.
Six Units Available.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Mid-century Teak Writing Desk Designed by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century teak desk designed by Kai Kristiansen, circa 1959, in Denmark.
The desk is crafted of teak, with a curved top surface, a series of three drawers with carved pulls, a righ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Vintage Mid Century Danish Teak Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an extremely rare desk by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler Denmark. This is a smaller version of his famous FM60 desk. Desk features 1 large drawer on the left side with a pullo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Vintage Kai Kristiansen Elevator Table Mid Century Danish Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A fascinating and versatile metamorphic table designed by Kai Kristiansen. The ingenious table functions both as a coffee table, and when expanded becomes a regular size dining table...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
4 Rosewood Model 31 Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark by Shou Andersen Mobelfabrik, circa 1960's. The chairs feature sculptural, architectural ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Naugahyde, Rosewood
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
A fine set of 4 Kai Kristiansen dining chair in blue wool, probably reupholstered about 20 years ago. Some signs of use but no stains nor unsightly marks. The frames have a nice pati...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wool
Four Fully Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored ebonized and reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were desig...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Oak
Kai Kristiansen Mid-century modern pair of 1960´s floating teak night stands
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of 1960s teak wall-mounted bedside tables by iconic Danish designer Kai Kristiansen in perfect condition. Meticulously crafted from premium teak. A space-saving design, unitin...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Set Of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak By Kai Kristiansen From 1950
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of six dining room chairs, model 31, is a unique example of timeless Danish furniture design from the 1950s. Designed by renowned furniture designer Kai Kristiansen, these ch...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Danish Brazilian Rosewood Magazine Rack by Kai Kristiansen
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish Brazilian rosewood magazine rack designer by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark, circa 1960s. Add a touch of versatility to your living space with this exquisite ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Metal
Danish Modern Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Mobelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This Danish Modern wall unit, designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, is a masterpiece of mid-century design. Crafted from teak wood, known for its durability and bea...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Mod #384 in teak Denmark - 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Mod #384 in teak, Denmark - 1960s.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Oak & Mohair Ottomans
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Oak Ottomans, c1950s.
A pair of ottomans designed by Kai Kristiansen in the late 1950s as part of the Entre series. These examples are newly produced under license...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Kai Kristiansen coffee table in solid teak, 1960's Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen sofa table in teak with turnable top.
Made by Magnus Olsen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Narrow Danish Teak Chest
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s Kai Kristiansen teak dresser with mitered edges, recessed round pulls, and raised on tapered legs. The cabinet has been fully restored with a hand-rubbed natural oil finish. It...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Mid-Century Mimi Set of Tables or Nesting Tables, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hemiksem, VAN
Set of 3 mid-century side tables with refined tapered legs. These nesting tables were designed by Dane Kai Kristiansen, circa 1960. The coffee tables slide into each other, making t...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
"Tall boy" chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960's
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brussels , BE
"Tall boy" Scandinavian teak chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen. With a curved front, it opens with seven drawers, the first of which has a key. Very good condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Hydraulic Dry Bar - 022404 Vintage Danish
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Has a few small discolorations on the top. Please see pictures.
Vintage Danish mid-century modern, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished
Brazilian rosewood have been illegal to...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
1960s a set of 2
The chair frames are made from solid teak.
Seated teak structure covered with beig...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
1960 Danish Yellow Ochre Upholstered Dining Chairs 'Model 31' by Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful dining chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Shou-Andersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark 1960s.
The chairs are reupholstered in our workshop with the current yellow ochre fabric. ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Danish Rosewood 3-Bay Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish modular rosewood/palisander wall unit by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Floating modular 3 bay shelving system model FM Reolsystem. This system consists of:
4 Aluminium uprights 200 cm.
1 Open book cabinet...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Bench and Drawers Set, circa 1960
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Stunning, exotic grained rosewood bench with matching, loose standing two-drawer unit which can be positioned anywhere along the bench surface. This piece was designed by Danish desi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Danish extendable and transformable table, high and low, teak, Kai Kristiansen.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb and functional Scandinavian Table.
A clever wooden mechanism allows you to transform this table from a dining table with 2 Italian-style side extensions into a coffee table i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Sled Leg Rosewood Desk c1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 30 Desk
This iconic desk from Danish master Kai Kristiansen features elegant sled legs with 2 drawer units hung on either side. The units have drawers to the f...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Vintage Cabinet by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Danish vintage cabinet by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark in the 1960’s.
It is of superb quality, with a very stylish and practical...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wood
Vintage Kai Kristiansen Telephone Cabinet with Table made by Aksel Kjersgaard
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the timeless elegance of this vintage telephone cabinet with table, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Aksel Kjersgaard in the 1960s. This stylish piece of furniture is a perfect addition for lovers of Danish design and will add a touch of retro charm to any hallway or living space. With a compact width of 41 cm and a handy height of 20 cm, the cabinet is ideal for small spaces, while the table with its dimensions of 88 cm wide and 39 cm high offers space for decoration or everyday use.
Advantages:
Authentic Danish design by Kai Kristiansen.
Compact and functional, perfect for small spaces.
High-quality teak finish for durability and style.
Good to know
This piece of furniture is an authentic item from the 1960s and can be combined with a matching mirror at an additional cost. The depth of the table is 34 cm and of the cabinet 32 cm, making both items easy to place.
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Vintage design piece from the 60s.
Practical and stylish for any modern or retro interior design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs.
The button plugs are made og beech tanned in 3 rosewood variations - a bright colore...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Beech
Small Rosewood Dresser by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, 1960s
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish Design by Kai Kristiansen
This stylish chest of drawers was designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in the 1960s.
This cabinet is made of rosewood...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
6 Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs in Original Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen walnut dining chairs, model 31 for Schou Andersen, circa 1955, Denmark. These dining chairs offer exceptional comfort and back support. The seat frames are constructe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Dining Chair Teak Denmark Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location.
Dining chair by Kai Kristiansen.
Sculpted Teak construction.
Made in Denmark
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1960s Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Danish Design Reupholstered Paper Knife Sofa Model 121 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Elshout, NL
Model 121 sofa : Paper Knife sofa
We are so pleased to present this drop-dead gorgeous and rare ‘Paperknife’ couch designed in the 1950s by Kai Kristiansen ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik.
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use.
The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater".
Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early.
Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Danish Chest of Drawers in Palisander by Kai Kristiansen 1960s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
Mid-century chest of drawers designed by Kai Kristiansen. It was produced in Denmark during the 1960's. This is a rare piece made of rosewood which shows a remarkable wood grain. The...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Palisander
1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of 6 Model 32 Teak Dining Chairs in Sheepskin Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
Carefully refurbished
newly upholstered in fabric imitating sheepskin
height of seat 46 cm.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Faux Leather, Teak
Danish Teak Hallway Set by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
This Scandinavian hallway set was designed by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard. Made in Denmark during the 1960s. The set con...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Set of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Easy Chairs 1950s Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of Kai Kristiansen’s most celebrated design: two ‘Paper knife’ chairs crafted from solid teak wood. One of the most graceful and beautiful chairs of the Danish Modern period. T...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak, Wool
Six Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs in Original Striped Wool
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen walnut dining chairs, model 31 for Schou Andersen, circa 1955, Denmark. These dining chairs offer exceptional comfort and back support. The seat frames are constructe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Brazilian Rosewood Chest of Drawers
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish tall dresser, finely handcrafted from Brazilian rosewood, features mitered corners and beautifully grained rosewood with pattern-matched dra...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler
Dark wood wall system, designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler. This versatile piece of furniture is ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Wood
1960s Wall unit, Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic shelving system by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler from the 1960s. The high-quality containers are veneered in teak. The system consists of one container with doors and four sh...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Teak
Tamboured Teak Cabinet by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Denmark
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Here is a truly one-of-a-kind cabinet designed by Danish furniture legend Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler. Featuring finely articulated tambor doors and a wonderfully warm teak grain, ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Laminate, Wood, Teak
Kai Kristiansen. a Model 394 Rosewood Dresser from Aksel Kiersgaard Denmark 1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Paris, FR
Kai Kristiansen (Denmark. Born 1929)
Low, 4-drawer chest made from rosewood, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark, c1960. Features Kristiansen’s trademark circular drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Danish Cube OaK Magazine Rack / Side Table by Kai Kristiansen, Denamark ca.1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage cube oak and suede side table / magazine rack by Kai Kristiansen produced by Aksel Kjersgaard, Denmark ca. 1960s
Very good condition.
L 44.5 x D 44.5 x H 44.5 cm
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Suede, Oak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens Møbelfabrik in 1956.
The chairs have been fully restored and refinished by our cabinetmaker ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Oak
4 Chairs Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Delicacy and elegance is what best characterizes Kristiansen's modernist design. In 1956, he designed his most famous product, the No. 42 chair for Schou Andersen. The elegantly curv...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Palisander
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Eight Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs, Custom UpholsterySet of eight model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Oak
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife three seater sofa Magnus Olesen Denmark 1956
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful elegant shaped three-seat sofa model Paper Knife no. 121 designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1956. This sculpted sofa features a solid te...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Inc. Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood, Leather
A beautiful set of Kai Kristiansen teak floating nightstands from the 1960´s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A treasure from the 1960s, a pair of exquisite teak wall-mounted bedside tables by the renowned designer Kai Kristiansen. These nightstands encapsulate the essence of mid-century mod...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Univers ottoman in leather and rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen ottoman in rosewood and leather cushion.
Model Univers, made by Magnus Olsen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
By IKEA, Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 4 drawer low cabinet sideboard (or bench) Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. This piece has been attributed based upon its stamped mark, archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a couple of small darker spots on the top. A broken leg has been repaired and we have touched up some nicks & dings. Fresh coat of Danish oil applied. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1960’s.
My, my… what have we here? A fabulous Danish low cabinet? YES. A stunning Scandinavian Modern sideboard or media/console cabinet? YES. An incredible low bench or dresser? Also… YES!!! Talk about versatility overload!! This is a phenomenal low cabinet model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. It is comprised of a gorgeous teak frame with stunning wood grain, straight square legs, and four drawers featuring 2 double recessed half-moon handles. The top drawers open from the bottom, and the bottom drawers open from the top! It’s a simple but oh-so-stunning detail. This is an INCREDIBLE cabinet and it’s bursting with versatility, impeccable style, and ample storage. It could be used as a wonderful low dresser for lingerie or other delicate items in a bedroom, a fantastic sideboard, credenza, console, or media cabinet in a living or dining area. Maybe a marvelous low bench cabinet in a hall or entry, or in any room that needs a touch of quintessential Scandinavian Modern flair. It’s EXACTLY what the designer ordered!
Kai Kristiansen was born in 1929 in Denmark. His approach to design was, and still is colored by his outlook on life with his constant search of “getting as much as possible out of as little as possible.” A phrase he uses to this day is “Economy, ecology, and common sense.” He was taught and trained as a cabinetmaker by a Danish design role model Kaare Klint. He knew that early in his career how to create furniture with functionality and refined details while keeping the production methods and costs in mind. He designed his first table...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Furniture
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Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
This desk measures: 61 wide x 29.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Kai Kristiansen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Kai Kristiansen 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 Kai Kristiansen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 404 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Kai Kristiansen 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 Arne Vodder, Niels Otto Møller, and Johannes Andersen. Prices for Kai Kristiansen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $72 and can go as high as $27,370, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,761.
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