“T118” Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960
About the Item
- Creator:Niels Eilersen (Manufacturer),Illum Wikkelsø (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Diameter: 41.34 in (105 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:
Illum Wikkelsø
The work of furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø wholly embodies the spirit of Scandinavian modernism. With their organic forms and wealth of angles inspired by the Danish countryside, his vintage lounge chairs, sofas and other seating pieces offer ergonomic comfort and lasting visual appeal.
Born Kristian Illum Wikkelsø and raised in a town near Faaborg, Denmark, the designer grew up around carpentry and cabinetmaking. He apprenticed with a cabinetmaker in his teens and enrolled in classes at the Technical Society School in Copenhagen as well as the Danish School of Arts & Crafts. At the latter, Wikkelsø studied under Kaare Klint, an architect and designer widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture.
After completing his studies, Wikkelsø went on to work with famed Danish architect and furniture maker Jacob Kjær. After a time with Kjær, he moved on. He went to work for designer and architect Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen at Hvidt & Mølgaard, a firm established by Mølgaard-Nielsen — Wikkelsø’s former instructor at the Technical Society School — and Peter Hvidt that yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years.
In 1954, Wikkelsø opened his own design studio in Aarhus, Denmark. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he made quite a name for himself, with designs that were new and innovative to the industry at the time. He created furniture for Holger Christiansen and secured commissions from the Danish government. While he’s likely best known today for his inviting teak and leather lounge chairs or slender rosewood dining chairs, some of Wikkelsø’s 1960s-era lounge chairs merged Danish craftsmanship and Pop art with their unconventionally shaped chrome frames and vibrantly colored upholstery.
Wikkelsø passed away in 1999, but collectors around the world continue to prize his outstanding designs.
Find vintage Illum Wikkelsø tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Wilnis, Netherlands
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 2 days of delivery.
- Knut Hesterberg Coffee Table for Ronald Schmitt, Germany 1960By Knut HesterbergLocated in Amsterdam, NLA beautiful coffee table, designed by Knut Hesterberg and manufactured by Ronald Schimdt in Germany around 1960. This eye-catching table has an aluminium base, in elegant shape with...Category
Vintage 1960s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsMetal
- “Bumper” Coffee Table by Martin Visser for Spectrum, NetherlandsBy Martin VisserLocated in Amsterdam, NLThis is a rare “Bumper” Table by Dutch designer Martin Visser, manufactured by ‘t Spectrum in the Netherlands around 1960. This is one of Visser’s most unique pieces, designed as a ...Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsMarble, Metal
- Brass Coffee Table by Michel Mangematin & Roger Bruny, France 1960By Michel MangematinLocated in Amsterdam, NLAn exceptional and very rare coffee table designed by Michel Mangematin & Roger Bruny and made in France around 1960. Crafted with precision and artistry, the table has an elegant o...Category
Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsBrass
- Coffee Table by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm for Kill InternationalBy Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben FabriciusLocated in Amsterdam, NLA beautiful rectangular coffee table designed by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm, manufactured by Kill International in Germany around 1960. This high quality piece feature...Category
Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsMetal
- Round Coffee Table by William Watting for Fristo, circa 1955By Fristho, William WattingLocated in Amsterdam, NLUnique round coffee table manufactured Fristho, Netherlands, circa 1955. The coffee table has a glass top and a high quality wooden base with beautiful brass details. The design r...Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsBrass
- “Pirkka” Coffee Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950By Ilmari TapiovaaraLocated in Amsterdam, NLThis is an eye-catching wooden coffee table designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Laukaan Puu in Finland around 1950. It is made of two different tones of wood. The base ...Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsWood
- "Model T118" Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960sBy Niels Eilersen, Illum WikkelsøLocated in Utrecht, NLThis immediately recognizable model, the “T118” is a Danish modern classic with a glass top and a solid, sculptural wood base. Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, this table always makes a l...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsGlass, Wood
- Illum Wikkelso Danish Modern Teak End Table by Neils EilersenBy Illum Wikkelsø, Neils EilersenLocated in Chesterfield, NJHandsome and substantial large end table designed by Illum Wikkelso and manufactured in Denmark by Neils Eilersen. This very well made table has solid teak legs and a top with beauti...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsTeak
- Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Rosewood Coffee Table Capella by Illum WikkelsøBy Illum Wikkelsø, Niels EilersenLocated in Warszawa, MazowieckieThis classic square coffee table from the Capella series was designed by Illum Wikkelsø for the Danish manufactory Niels Eilersen during the 1960s. It is made of high-quality noble r...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsRosewood
- Niels Eilersen Coffee Table, Denmark, 1970By Niels EilersenLocated in Herentals, BESquare solid pine coffee table with original brass joinery. The table is in beautiful vintage condition. Measures: H: 46 and height of the table top 42 cm L x W: 69 x 69 cm. The ...Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsBrass
- Coffee Table by Illum WikkelsøBy Illum WikkelsøLocated in Copenhagen, DKML 188 - coffee table with oak top and steel frame. Illum Wikkelsø / Mikael Laursen.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsSteel
- Danish Modern Rosewood Illum Wikkelsø Coffee TableBy Illum WikkelsøLocated in Minneapolis, MNLarge scale Brazilian rosewood coffee table designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our restoration workshop is continuously refining ways to clean and restore while still preserving the patina that quality vintage furniture...Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
MaterialsRosewood