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.
Find a collection of vintage Niels Otto Møller furniture on 1stDibs.
$6,140 / set
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Set of 6 N.O. Møller Model 75 Dining Chairs in Solid Teak
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs model 75 designed by N.O. Møller and produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made in solid teak and are known for their simple Danish design, orga...
Teak
$5,230
H 29.14 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
Set of 4 Niels Otto Møller Dining Chairs in Teak and Papercord, Denmark, 1960's
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of four mid-century modern dining chairs in solid teak and woven cord seats, Denmark, 1960s. A refined and sculptural design, defined by its softly curved backrest with vertical...
Papercord, Wood
$3,804 / set
H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
1 Set of 4 Danish Design Niels Otto Moller Model 75 Dining Chairs JL Molller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful, fully restored, Model 75 chairs designed by the Danish designer Niels Otto Møller, and manufactured by JL Møllers Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The frames are made of solid t...
Papercord, Teak
$7,800 / set
H 31.38 in W 19.5 in D 18.88 in
Set of 6 Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Model 83 Niels Moller Dining Chairs
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SET OF SIX MODEL 83 TEAK DINING CHAIRS Designed by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møller Denmark, circa 1970 31 3/8" H x 18 7/8" D x 19 1/2" W, 17 1/2" H to seat A very nice vintage se...
Upholstery, Teak
$3,642 / set
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
Set Of 4 Dining Chairs Model 71 Made In Teak By Niels O. Møller From 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four dining room chairs, model 71, designed by Niels Otto Møller in the 1960s, is an excellent example of Danish mid-century modern design. The chairs combine the natural...
Teak
$3,176Sale Price / set|27% Off
H 31.75 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler Teak Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, K.S. Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and refined set of four Danish Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler, Denmark, circa 1960s. These beautifully proportioned chairs exemplify the ...
Papercord, Teak
$7,430 / set
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Teak Dining Chairs Model 75
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 6 teak dining chairs model 75. Danish paper cord seat newly restored.
Teak
$4,155 / set
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
Set of 4 Teak Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs- Model 71, Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 4 teak Danish Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Niels Møller for J.L. Moller. One of the most organic designs you'll ever see. Model number- 71. Perfectly executed joinery c...
Papercord, Teak
$5,230 / set
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in
Set of 4 Dining Room Chairs by Niels Otto Moller Model 77, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Wien, AT
Add a touch of Danish elegance to your home with this set of 4 Niels Otto Møller dining chairs. Model 77 is an iconic mid-century piece, crafted in teak and featuring woven papercord...
Cord, Teak
$3,804 / set
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Set of 4 Arne Vodder teak dining chairs model 418, Sibast Denmark 1965
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Renens, CH
Very nice set of four model 418 dining chairs by Arne Vodder, Ed.Sibast, Denmark, 1965. These dining chairs feature an elegant and sculptural teak structure that underline Vodder's ...
Fabric, Teak
Set of 4 Niels Otto Møller Model 84 Chairs – Danish Teak & Paper Cord, 1970s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 4 Vintage Teak Dining Chairs by Niels Otto Møller – Model 84, Denmark (1970s) This exceptional set of eight Model 84 dining chairs was designed by renowned Danish craftsman N...
Teak
Niels Otto Møller Model 79 Chairs Set of 6 Danish Teak Dining Chairs 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Hannover, DE
✨ Niels Otto Møller Model 79 Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 1960s – Iconic Danish Design 🌟 The displayed price is for the complete set of 6 chairs. A stunning set of six Niels Otto Møll...
Papercord, Teak
Niels Otto Møller Model 84 Dining Chairs Set of 4, Oak, 1970s Danish Mid Century
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 4 Niels Otto Møller Dining Chairs, Model 84, Oak, 1970s Price is for a set of 4 chairs. Up to 12 chairs available in total. Feel free to message me if you're interested in a ...
Papercord, Oak
5 Niels Moller Chairs, model 75, 1950s, Danish Vintage Teak
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 5 Niels Otto Moller Chairs (1 Armchair + 4 Side Chairs) Model 75 from the 1950s, first designed in 1956 Enhance your dining area with this elegant set of five Niels Otto Moll...
Teak
Large Set of 8 Niels Otto Møller Teak Dining Chairs – Model 75 (1950s), Danish
Located in Hannover, DE
Large Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Niels Otto Møller in Teak – Model 75 (1950s) 🪑✨ Bring timeless Scandinavian elegance into your home with this stunning set of 8 dining chairs, desig...
Papercord, Teak
4 of 8 Niels Otto Møller Model 78 Dining Chairs Danish Teak Mid Century Modern
Located in Hannover, DE
Niels Otto Møller Model 78 Dining Chairs, Set of 4 – Designed in 1968 ✨ The listed price is for a set of 4 chairs. A total of 8 matching chairs are available (2 sets of 4). Elevate...
Papercord, Teak
