Working in rich woods to create durable furniture that is today recognized for its elegant simplicity and solid craftsmanship, Niels Otto Møller was one of the original designers of the famed Scandinavian modern movement that swept through postwar Europe and, eventually, the United States.
At the age of 19, Møller studied to be a cabinetmaker, gaining a strong affinity for working with natural materials. He furthered his education at the local design academy in his hometown of Århus, Denmark, where, in 1944, he established J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. Møller’s first chair — called simply No. 1 — was introduced in 1946. In 1961, he expanded his thriving business by opening a factory in Højbjerg, producing his popular dining chairs as well as armchairs, lounge chairs, tables and more. Rather than unnecessary ornamentation, he focused on a warm and more minimalist approach that valued function over form. Nearly all of his pieces, from the 1962 Model 78 chair to his simple tables, feature gentle curves formed from woods such as rosewood and teak (a sought-after material among furniture designers of the time).
Though the furnishings boasted a contemporary look and were a departure from the ornate designs of the recent past, Møller’s company crafted all of them using traditional, age-old techniques. For instance, the 1959 Model 77 side chair’s seat is handwoven using a single 425-foot-long cord. Today, the Danish furniture designer’s refined pieces continue to be as sought after as they were when mid-century modernism was in full swing.
The company, still based in its original factory, remains a family business, now headed by Møller’s granddaughter, Kirsten Møller. Along with new pieces, they craft the celebrated original designs, from raw wood to finished assembled products, that made J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik a renowned name in Danish Modern design.
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Niels Møller Gudme Mobelfabrik Rosewood Table w/ Leaves
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oval mid-century modern dining table designed by Niels Møller. Comes with two 19 1/8" leaves, and stamped underneath. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Rosewood
$9,360
H 29.5 in W 105 in D 40 in
1960s Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Dining Table With Two Extension Leaves
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Niels Otto Møller for JL Møller, this 1960s Danish dining table showcases beautifully grained rosewood and the kind of confident, tapered detailing that defines Møller's ...
Rosewood
$5,195 / set
H 28.75 in W 48 in D 48 in
JL Moller Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
JL Moller Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 48 wide x 48 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25 inches, each leaf...
Rosewood
$4,347
H 28.25 in W 96.75 in D 40 in
Gudme Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Gudme Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 58.75 wide x 40 deep x 28.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 24.25 inc...
Rosewood
$4,347
H 29.5 in W 98 in D 34.5 in
Johannes Nørgaard Nørgaards Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Table
By Johannes Norgaard
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Johannes Nørgaard for Nørgaards Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Dining Table This table measures: 55 wide x 34.5 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Dining Table with Butterfly Leaf, 1960s
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Mid-Century Danish Dining Table A beautifully proportioned mid-century Danish dining table crafted in richly figured Rosewood, dating to the 1960s. Elegant, versatile, and thoughtful...
Rosewood
$1,726Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 47.25 in
Dining Table in Rosewood Designed by Omann Junior from the 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
This rosewood dining table is an example of the fine craftsmanship of Oman Junior, a renowned Danish furniture manufacturer active in the 1960s. The warm tones and beautiful veins of...
Rosewood
$975 / item
H 28.75 in W 67.25 in D 31.5 in L 28.75 in
Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Dining Table with Butterfly Leaf
By Skovmand and Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular dining table featuring a rosewood-veneered top with bold, wide grain patterning in deep brown and reddish-amber tones. Four round tapered solid wood legs provide clean, u...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Rosewood Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves by Skobvy
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This semi oval shaped dining table manufactured by Scandinavian maker Skovby features a stunning rich rosewood pattern throughout the top. The table extends from 66" to 105" with two...
Rosewood
Johannes Andersen Jet Age Draw Leaf Dining Table in Rosewood
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Berkeley, CA
A breathtaking 1950s Danish draw leaf dining table by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in rich Brazilian rosewood. The sweeping, aerodynamic silhouette is pure jet age design ...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Italian Walnut Two-Tier Coffee Table
Located in Troy, MI
A sculptural mid-century occasional table in walnut veneer, its top tier finished with a raised back edge and a sweeping curved front, echoed by a lower shelf tier set beneath. A sin...
Hardwood
Mid-Century Italian Rosewood Cocktail Table
Located in Troy, MI
This Italian cocktail table features a square top veneered in rosewood, composed of eight panels laid to radiate symmetrically from the center. The top is raised on four black-lacque...
Metal, Brass
Langkilde Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Side Table with Black Glass Top
By Langkilde Møbler
Located in Troy, MI
In the tradition of Danish Mid-Century cabinetmaking, this side table by Langkilde features richly figured rosewood veneer, a single drawer with recessed pull, an open lower shelf, a...
Glass, Hardwood
Mid Century Italian Round Walnut Side Table with Black Glass Top
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this round side or cocktail table dates from the 1950s. Made of walnut, this table features two round tiers supported on a footed, X-bottom base with curved legs. New...
Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Italian Mahogany and Brass Dining Table
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this mahogany and brass dining table dates from the 1970s. Table features nicely figured top with contrasting center accent, rectangular legs, wrap around brass suppo...
Brass
Early 20th Century English Mahogany Drop Leaf Table
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this mahogany drop leaf table dates from the 1930s. Oval table top (when leaves extended), cabriole legs and a small, functional center drawer. With both leaves dow...
Mahogany
