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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Exceptional Niels Møller Extending Teak Dining Table, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Markington, GB
Niels Møller Extending Teak Dining Table, Danish Modern, 1960s A stunning extra-large Danish modern extending dining table designed by Niels Møller and manufactured by Gudme Møbelfa...
Teak
XXL Niels Møller Expandable Dining Table with 8 Folke Ohlsson Dining Chairs
By Folke Ohlsson, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Markington, GB
Niels Møller Extending Teak Dining Table with DUX Chairs, Danish Modern, 1960s XXL SCANDINAVIAN ELEGANCE A stunning extra-large Danish modern dining set, featuring an extending ta...
Teak
Niels Otto Moller large extendable dining table in rosewood Denmark 1960
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This beautiful large extendable dining table was designed by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J.L. Møller, Denmark, circa 1960. A refined example of Danish Modern design, it combine...
Rosewood
Extendable Dining Table in Teak by Niels Møller Fro J. L. Møller, Denmark, 1950s
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining table designed by Niels Møller. Produced in Denmark by J.L. Møller during the 1960s. Made from teak. "Dutch" inlays that is stored conveniently underneath the main table top. ...
Teak
Niels Moller Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Moller Mid Century Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 68 wide x 35.5 deep x 28.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25....
Rosewood
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
Serving Cart in Rosewood Model 44, Niels Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Serving cart, Model 44, design Niels Møller, manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, 1960s. Rosewood. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Rosewood
Original Niels O Moller Midcentury Esstisch J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik ausziehbar
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen originalen Esstisch von J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der auf bis zu 236cm ausziehbare Tisch wurde vom bekannten Desig...
Teak
Niels Otto Møller Model 12 Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1960s. A large Model 12 dining table by Niels Møller for JL Møllers. Features sturdy teak construction with a generous rectangular top supported by a softly curved apron...
Teak
$2,138Sale Price|57% Off
Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Teak Dining Table created by Niels O. Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Elegant Niels O. Møller teak dining table produced by J.L. Moller. It is extendable on both sides, doubling the top surface. A playful deta...
Wood
Midcentury Esstisch JL ausziehbar Niels Møller Palisander Vintage
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen ausziehbaren Vintage Esstisch aus Palisander zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Niels Otto Moller, einem der einflussreichsten Möbeldesigner des 21...
Rosewood
Midcentury Bar Cart in Oak Designed by Hans Wegner, 1950s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
Trolley in oak, designed by Maa. Hans Jørgen Wegner. Great original condition.
Oak
Folke Ohlsson Dining Table for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Folke Ohlsson. Manufacturer: DUX. Period and model: Mid-Century Modern. Specifications: Teak. Condition: These Folke Ohlsson dining table for DUX...
Teak
Danish Teak Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish teak dining table, 1960s Vintage Danish modern extendable dining table. Two draw out extension leaves. Rounded tapered le...
Teak
$3,250
H 29 in W 100.5 in D 55.25 in
Danish Modern Expansion Dining Table in Teak w/ Stow-in-Table Leaves, c. 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Niels Otto Møller, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a highly functional, Danish-made expansion dining table built from a mix of solid and veneered Burmese teak with exceptional old-growth woodgrains throughout. True to the...
Wood, Teak
$3,200
H 29.5 in W 54.5 in D 34.5 in
Rosewood Dining Table Expandable Pull Out Leaves Sejling Skabe Denmark 1960s
By Sejling Skabe
Located in Buffalo, NY
This beautiful expandable dining table features a minimalist rectangular top profile supported by sleek square tapered legs. Two integrated draw leaves pull out smoothly from underne...
Rosewood
$4,495
H 28 in W 77.5 in D 39.5 in
Teak Scandinavian Modern Expanding Dining Table 2 Leaves Style Neils Moller
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage teak Scandinavian Modern expanding dining table with 2 leaves. Unmarked but style of Neils Moller for Gudme Mobelfabrik...
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dining table in teak with two pull out extension leaves. Measurements: Not extended: 139.5 x...
Teak
Vintage Dining Table , Italy 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Dining Table, Italy, 1950s Unusually shaped vintage dining table from the 1950s is pure Italian midcentury design style, designed to comfortably seat six people, the table f...
Iron
JL Moller Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Table
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
JL Moller Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Table This dining table measures: 67 wide x 35 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25.25 inches All pieces of furniture can ...
Teak
Brutalist dining table table 1960s Danish extendable
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lemmer, NL
Brutalist dining table table 1960s Danish extendable period 1960s design unknown style Henning Kjaernulf Denmark condition good minor signs of wear size 74 x 160 x 89.5 (...
Oak
$3,200
H 29.25 in W 103 in D 38.75 in
Teak Expandable Dining Table in the style of Niels Moller Denmark
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted early Mid Century teak wood dining table with two 21.5" pullout leaves to each end. The table can seat up to ten people depending on the chairs you choose with wo...
Teak
On Hold|$6,995
H 27.5 in W 101.5 in D 41.5 in
Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Niels Otto Møller, Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rosewood extension dining table By Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1960s Measures: 64"W x 41.5"D x 27.5"H....
Rosewood
$2,800
H 28.94 in W 56.89 in D 29.14 in
Freestanding Desk in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant freestanding writing desk designed by Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf in the 1950s. Crafted in rich oak, the piece showcases a tactile warmth through its finely grained s...
Brass
Vintage Danish Extending Dining Table by Niels Moller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in London, GB
An incredibly stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish extending dining table by Niels Moller. This was made in Denmark by JL Moller Mobelfabrik, it dates from the 1960’s. Thi...
Wood
Sold
H 29 in W 104.75 in D 39.25 in
Mid-Century Model No. 9 Dining Table by Niels Otto Møller for JL Møller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century model no. 9 expanding dining table. Designed by Niels Otto Møller for JL Møller, circa 1950s. This Danish teak table features two leaves stored within the table for the h...
Wood, Teak
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H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 47.25 in
Niels Otto Moller model 15 dining table in rosewood Denmark 1960
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful model 15 dining table designed by Niels Otto Møller for JL Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960. A superb example of Danish modern craftsmanship, this piece embodies the refin...
Rosewood
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H 28.5 in W 100.5 in D 41.5 in
Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Gudme Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern sculpted teak extension dining table By Niels Møller for Gudme Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1960s Measures: 62.5"W x 41.5"D x 28.5"H. E...
Teak
Danish Modern Expanding Teak Dining Table by Niels Otto Moller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning Danish Modern teak dining table, meticulously designed by Niels Otto Møller and crafted by J.L. Møller Mobelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. This exquisite piece exe...
Teak
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H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 49.61 in
Round Extendable Dining Table in Solid Oak by Niels O. Møller, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful Scandinavian dining table by Niels O. Møller. This table is extendable and produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The table is made of solid oak wood and is in very good restore...
Oak
Niels Otto Møller 254 Extendable Dining Table
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in London, GB
The table’s clean lines are complemented by beautifully tapered legs and subtly rounded edges, creating a light, sculptural profile. It includes two extension leaves that seamlessly ...
Wood
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H 28.75 in Dm 46.86 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Round Extendable Teak Dining Table by Niels O. Møller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: D / L x H 122.5 / 174 x 72.5 cm (48.2 / 68.5 x 28.5 inches) A very elegant Danish dining table by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møller, Denmark, 1950s. The table impresses wi...
Rosewood
N. O. Møller Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Esbjerg, DK
N. O. Møller coffee table in partly solid rosewood. Made by J. L. Møller.
Rosewood
Sold
H 28.35 in W 87.41 in D 48.04 in
Niels Otto Moller, Brazilian Rosewood Dining Table for Gudme mobelfabrik, 1970s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Uxbridge, GB
For sale is a stunning Niels O. Møller dining table, expertly crafted by Gudme Møbelfabrik in the 1970s. This exceptional piece features a bookmatched rosewood veneer top that highli...
Rosewood
JL Moller Round Rosewood Dining Table and Four (4) Chairs Set
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Round table with Four (4) Mid-century Danish rosewood armchairs designed by Niels Moller for J.L. Moller, Model 66, Denmark, circa 1974. The chair frames are crafted from solid santo...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 28.25 in W 87 in D 47 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Niels Moller Rosewood Dining Room Set Table & 6 Chairs
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in West Hartford, CT
Discover the epitome of Danish Modern Design with this exquisite Niels Moller rosewood dining set, a true masterwork. Made of Brazilian rosewood and comes with six matching chairs w...
Fabric, Textile, Rosewood