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 Otto Moller sideboard in rosewood J.L. Mollers Denmark 1960
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Amazing sideboard by Niels Otto Møller, produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. It is a beautiful example of Danish craftsmanship at its highest level. Execute...
Rosewood
Niels O. Møller Sideboard Model No 20 in Rosewood Produced in Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sideboard model no 20 designed by Niels O. Møller. Produced by J.L. Møllers møbelfabrik in Denmark.
Rosewood
Niels Otto Møller Sideboard for J.L. Møllers N°20 Model, 1960'S
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in LYON, FR
Sideboard from the 1960s by Danish designer Niels Otto Møller for JL Møllers. Model 20 Stamped Danish Furniture Control. The interior is also made from the same wood. High-end c...
Wood
Danish Modern Rosewood Model-20 Credenza by Niels Otto Moller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Experience the epitome of mid-century design with this exceptional Brazilian rosewood credenza, masterfully crafted by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik in the 1950s. Identified as model #20 from Moller’s distinguished collection, this piece exemplifies the refined elegance and superior materials that define Scandinavian furniture. The credenza rests on solid, tapered rosewood legs, providing both stability and a graceful silhouette. Its two sliding door panels feature breathtaking book-matched grain, showcasing the natural beauty of rare, exotic Brazilian rosewood. Inside, spacious storage is thoughtfully designed with an adjustable shelf and four meticulously dovetailed drawers, offering both versatility and refined craftsmanship. A raised lip...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Sideboard Model 20 by Niels O. Moller, Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Sideboard Model 20 by Niels O. Moller, Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s niels otto møller 1920 — 1981 Niels Otto Møller created some of the most adored designs in 20th c. Dan...
Wood
$7,630
H 47.45 in W 83.47 in D 19.69 in
Danish Brutalist Oak Sideboard, Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Rødding, DK
A monumental Danish Brutalist oak highboard by Henning Kjærnulf (Henry Kjaernulf) for Nyrup Møbelfabrik — one of the most collectable and visually authoritative expressions of the Da...
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Low Rosewood sideboard, 1960s Beautiful Danish Modern low sideboard in minimalistic style attributed to Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast. Front with...
Rosewood
Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Danish modern rosewood tambour door credenza with center dovetailed drawer section and adjustable shelf on each side.
Mahogany, Oak, Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s. Stunning Scandinavian Modern rosewood/palisander cabinet with vivid grain pattern. Double hinged doors with brass hinges and locks with...
Santos Rosewood
Sideboard Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Large sideboard in rosewood with distinctive grain patterns, sliding doors and four centrally placed drawers with milled handles. The complete design and the slightly sloping legs gi...
Rosewood
$5,800
H 50.01 in W 77.56 in D 19.69 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Oak Sideboard, Danish Mid-Century, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural Danish Modern sideboard / credenza designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Crafted in solid oak, the piece features the designer’s ch...
Brass
Horst Bruning model 1730 large sideboard Behr Germany 1960
By Behr, Horst Bruning
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This exceptional model 1730 sideboard was designed by Horst Bruning for Behr in Germany, 1960. A striking piece of Mid-Century Modern design, it is distinguished by its pure architec...
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Oak Sideboard by Skovby, 1960s.
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Oak Sideboard by Skovby, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern low sideboard in dark brown stained oak manufactured by Skovby Denmark in the 1960s. Makers label ...
Oak
Mid-Century Sideboard by Olli Borg Model 4004, Asko, 1960s
By Olli Borg, Asko
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sideboard by Olli Borg Model 4004, Asko, 1960s Elegant sideboard by Finnish designer Olli Borg for Asko, circa 1950s. Model 4004 includes four drawers, two sliding doors, and interi...
Steel
$6,382
H 32.68 in W 88.59 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Scandinavian sideboard by Christian Linneberg, Denmark, 1960s
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful sideboard designed and produced by Christian Linneberg for Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik. The sideboard is finished in teak on the outside and on the inside in oak, very...
Oak, Teak
Danish Midcentury Sideboard in Rosewood, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking sideboard in rosewood designed and made in Denmark, 1960s. Great original condition.
Rosewood
Mid-century Danish vintage teak record sideboard, 1960s
By Vintage Specialties
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-century Danish vintage teak sideboard, 1960s The shelf is removable Made in Denmark Dimension: 33D x 104W x 73H cm It is in good vintage condition, however, as with all vinta...
Teak
Niels O. Møller Oak Sideboard
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Niels O. Møller, sideboard, oak, Denmark, 1960s. This lovely medium-sized sideboard is a Classic example of the craftsmanship of Danish mid-modern design. At the same time, it sta...
Oak
Niels Otto Møller Restored Rosewood Sideboard
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Credenza, in rosewood, by Niels Otto Moller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. This rosewood sideboard is a stunning piece, due to the sincere design and wonderful wood...
Rosewood
Niels Moller model 20 sideboard Denmark 1960
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This stunning Model 20 sideboard, designed by Niels Otto Møller and manufactured by J.L. Møller Møbelfabrik in Denmark in 1960, exemplifies the finest Danish craftsmanship. Made from...
Hardwood
Niels Moller sideboard model 20 Denmark 1960
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and elegant high quality sideboard model 20 designed by Niels Moller and manufactured by J.L. Møller Mobelfabrik in Denmark in 1960. Made with top-notch craftsmanship the s...
Rosewood
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H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 19.3 in
Teak 'Model 20' Sideboard by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1950s
By Niels Otto Møller, J. L. Möller Höjbjerg
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
What a sideboard! This is ‘Model 20’ designed by Niels O. Møller in the 1950s. This model is quite renowned as a true Danish Modern classic and I...
Teak
Danish Teak Sideboard by Niels O. Moller for J.L Møllers, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish Design sideboard Mouthwatering teak beauty mid century design buffet by Niels O. Møller for the JL Møllers Denmark. This piece has a lot going for it, just note the raised edg...
Teak
Rare Model 20 Sideboard Credenza by Niels O. Møller Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Aachen, NW
Rare model 20 midcentury sideboard by Niels O. Moller for JL Mollers Mobelfabrik. Made in Denmark the late 1950s. Impressive veneer & wood structure...
Wood
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H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Niels Otto Møller Teak Early, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish Modern sideboard from the 1960s. This sideboard "Model 20" was designed by Niels O. Møller for his own furniture production company JL Møllers Møbelfabrik.
Teak
Danish Modern Sideboard by Niels Otto Møller Teak 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Danish Modern sideboard from the 1960s. This Sideboard "Model 20" was designed by Niels O. Møller for his own furniture production company JL Møllers Møbelfabrik. This piece is in original vintage condition with patina and slight traces of use. We have two of these sideboards in similar condiotion, which have been in the same room since their first purchase.
Teak
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H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 18.9 in
Santos Rosewood 'Model 20' Sideboard bt Nierls O Moller for J.L. Mollers
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a beautiful example of this scarce sideboard by master designer Niels O Moller, and produced by the cabinet makers J.L. Mollers, It consists of two large sliding doors with a...
Hardwood
Danish Modern Sideboard by Niels Otto Moller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in New York, NY
Niels Otto Moller Danish modern sideboard model 20 in teak. An exceptional example of Danish modern furniture and design. Two sliding doors open to adjustable shelfs with four slidin...
Teak
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H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 18.9 in
Danish Modern Low Sideboard in Bangkok Teakwood by Niels Otto Moller, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning 1960s furniture design by Niels Otto Moller. Low sideboard/credenza in simplistic design with nice details like the beautifully carved ...
Teak