After training under his cabinetmaker father and then further afield at Berlin’s Institute of Arts and Crafts Museum and in Paris, Danish furniture designer Jacob Kjær crafted classical English-inspired dining chairs, sofas and other pieces that, many decades later, are understated and elegant in any space.
Kjær returned to Copenhagen in 1926 and opened his own workshop after studying in Germany and working as a joiner in France. His collectible works have all the characteristics that are attributed to Scandinavian modernist furniture — his chairs boast gracefully sloping seat backs and arms that mirror works by designers such as Finn Juhl or Hans Wegner, while his tables and other pieces, typically crafted in teak, rosewood or mahogany, are demonstrative of the deep commitment to craftsmanship associated with likeminded artisans who hail from Nordic regions of the world.
A well-known armchair made by Kjær for use at the UN Building in New York City is the spare and sculptural FN chair. While this iconic seat was first constructed in wood and upholstered in durable leather at the designer’s studio, it was later manufactured by Christensen & Larsen and is now available from Kitani, a Japanese company that offers licensed reproductions of chairs by a range of Danish modernist designers such as Ib Kofod-Larsen, Nanna Ditzel and others.
Kjær participated in the Barcelona World Exhibition in 1929 and held leadership roles in the Arts and Crafts Committee for Export and the Danish Arts and Crafts National Association. He also chaired the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild for a period during the 1950s. An example of one of Kjær’s armchairs is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Jacob Kjær seating, side tables, coffee tables and more.
Jacob Kjær Mid Century Rio Rosewood Free Standing Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Freestanding Rio rosewood writing desk with beautiful grain designed by Jacob Kjær, Denmark 1950-1960. Front with 2x2 drawers with brass pulls. Top with raised edge. The desk shows r...
Rosewood
1960s Danish Coffee Table in Oak Design Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Handewitt, DE
Coffee table, designed by the Danish master cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær Copenhagen Denmark. Made in solid oak and brass points on the table top. Jacob Kjaer designed the table in 1939 an...
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Two Pillar Dining Table by Jacob Kjaer
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This lovely traditional style mahogany dining table boasts a 1930's design with modernist 'pillar' style legs. 88"l x 39" d x 29" with no leaves inserted. Three leaves expand the tab...
Mahogany
$2,284
H 28.35 in W 66.15 in D 35.44 in
1970s Scandinavian Modern Oak Dining Table by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining table in oak with two extension leafes of 45 cm. By Henry Kjærnulf. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the 1970s. Perfect match for Henry Kjærnulf chairs...
Oak
Peter Lovig free standing writing desk in teak Denmark 1960
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Løvig Design
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Well-crafted freestanding writing desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, circa 1960. Executed in warm-toned teak, this piece is a refined example of Danish modern design, com...
Teak
Regency Two-Pillar Dining Table in Solid Mahogany, England
Located in Kastrup, DK
Regency two-pillar dining table with one additional centre leaf. Crafted in solid mahogany with beautifully figured grain. The table is constructed in two sections, each raised on a...
Brass
Child Rosewood Writing Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This compact desk is functional and stylish, with a minimal design and three drawers for organization. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Rosewood
Bodil Kjaer Desk in Rosewood and Chrome, Denmark, 1960s
By E. Pedersen & Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Hellouw, NL
Bodil Kjær approached furniture with the mind of an architect. Her designs from the late 1950s and 1960s were conceived as working tools for modern interiors, balancing strict geomet...
Chrome
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The coffee table, a Danish design from the 1960s, showcases the timeless elegance of teak wood. With its sleek lines and understated sophistication, it epitomizes the mid-century mod...
Teak
$3,350
H 28.5 in W 77.5 in D 48 in
Restored Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Expandable Walnut Dining Table by Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
An uncommon walnut dining table with two leaf extensions by Dux, made in Sweden c. 1960s with design attributed to Folke Ohlsson. The table expands from a compact four seater into a...
Walnut
Rosewood coffee table - coffee table, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Coffee table made in Denmark in the 1960s. Furniture made of rosewood with beautiful grain. Minimalist design will work perfectly in contemporary interiors. Very good condition. Af...
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century Gustavian Writing Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant mid-19th century Gustavian writing desk featuring refined Scandinavian lines and a beautifully weathered painted finish. The desk is raised on slender tapered legs and des...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sleek writing desk featuring a dual-panel tabletop with a crisp white finish and red trim. This piece offers a minimalist aesthetic perfect for any contemporary space. The sturdy met...
Metal
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 65 in D 33 in
Scandinavian Modern Extension dining table by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An extending dining table designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe featuring a white Lacquer sliding top mechanism that reveals an integrated leaf for extension on one side of table. Sol...
Lacquer, Hardwood
Milo Baughman Rosewood & Chrome Writing Desk, USA, c.1969
By Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small writing desk by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Rosewood top with three storage drawers sit atop contemporary bases of chromed steel. Overall in very good condition. The ro...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Mainline
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, functional, and full of mid-century quality, this vintage writing desk by Mainline stands out with its rich walnut woodgrain and stylish design. Spacious compartments allow ...
Walnut
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This rosewood coffee table epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of Danish design from the 1960s. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, it boasts a timeless appeal that...
Rosewood
$3,701
H 29.14 in Dm 47.25 in
Scandinavian Modern extendable round Oak Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Extendable and retractable oak dining room table by Henning Kjaernulf. We also have a set of 6 matching chairs that would work very well with the tab...
Wood, Oak
Sold
H 20.5 in Dm 29.5 in
Danish Modern Jacob Kjær Teak Cocktail Coffee Table - Round, Teak, Brass Accent
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant cocktail table, designed and made by master Danish cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær. Constructed from solid teak, the table features a refined curved lip detail and round brass points...
Brass
Sold
H 29.34 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Freestanding Desk Made In Rosewood & Brass Handles By Jacob Kjaer From 1960s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk designed by Jacob Kjær in the 1960s. The desk is made of exclusive rosewood and has eight spacious drawers with elegant brass handles. The freestanding design makes...
Rosewood
Dining table in solid mahogany by Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Dining table in solid mahogany w. three extension leaves in pine. Jacob Kjær
Mahogany
Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacob Kjaer desk in mahogany.
Brass
Large Desk / Bureau-Plat by Jacob Kjær
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jacob Kjær (1896-1957) A rare one-of-a-kind freestanding Jacob Kjaer bureau-plat or desk. Masterfully crafted in rosewood with original brass details. Designed and executed in cabine...
Brass
Jacob Kjær Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jacob Kjær 1896-1957. A freestanding Jacob Kjær Walnut desk. Front features four drawers. An elegant and beautiful desk with fine details. The build quality and materials are of the ...
Wood
Jacob Kjær Coffee Table
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Jacob Kjær coffee table. Made of solid cuban mahogany. Tiles By Jens Thirslund from Kähler. Made by Jacob Kjær.
Mahogany, Ceramic
Jacob Kjær Coffee Table
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Jacob Kjær coffee table. Made of solid cuban mahogany Made by Jacob Kjær.
Mahogany
Jacob Kjaer Mahogany Writing Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant writing desk made in mahogany. Legs with brass shoes. Made in high quality. We have reason to believe that the table is made by Jacob Kjær (1896-1957).
Brass
Jacob Kjær Rosewood Desk
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A freestanding Jacob Kjaer desk of Brazilian rosewood with brass details. Designed and executed app. 1950 by cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark.
Brass
Jacob Kjaer Rosewood Table, 1952
By Jacob Kjaer, Peder Pedersen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Little elegant Jacob Kjaer rosewood side or coffee table, Designed and executed by cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1952.
Rosewood
"One Pillar Table" by Jacob Kjaer
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"One pillar table" by Jacob Kjaer. Solid mahogany and brass. Very nice condition.
Brass
A Jacob Kjaer coffee table
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rarely seen round coffee table by Jacob Kjær. Plate of solid teak with inlays of through brass on tapering legs. Fine untouched condition - b...
Brass