Kurt Ejvind Østervig was born in 1912 in Odense, Denmark. He was originally trained and worked as a shipbuilding engineer. However, by the 1930s Østervig shifted to furniture design because of his passion for woodworking.
Østervig's career as a furniture designer began at E. Knudsen’s architectural design studio in Odense. In 1947, Østervig opened his first own studio as a freelance furniture designer, with a focus on modern design. In the following decades, he worked with many of the leading Scandinavian furniture producers of the period.
Østervig was exceptionally versatile, designing furniture for hotels, cinemas, and won numerous design competitions during his career. He won awards at the Milan Triennale in 1953 and 1960. In the 1960s, one of Østervig’s designs was selected for an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
Østervig had a flair for the dramatic, infusing his furnishings with unique elements that stood out. From elegant, organic to coarse and purely functional furniture, his versatility earned him recognition.
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(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dining or Console table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Son Denmark. Drop leaf design. 64w 56d 28h when opened.
Brass
1950s Mølgaard & Hvidt AX Coffee Table Teak and Beech for Fritz Hansen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
AX coffee table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard. 1950s. Teak with inlaid beech wood. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen A/S.
Wood
Magnus Olesen Mid Century Dining Table Expandable 70s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid Century Modern 1970s dining table designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen. Made in Denmark. Includes 1 leaf. White top. 66.5-94in Long 55in Deep 28.5in Tal...
Wood
Danish Modern Dining Table by Haslev
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Dining Table by Haslev. Oak wood. Original legs. 2 extension leaves. sits 6-10. 63 Long 41 Deep 29 Tall plus 2 18.75 Long extensions. 3 different lengths from 63/81.75/...
Metal
Danish Modern Expandable Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Expandable Coffee Table. Rope detail on bottom shelf.
Rope, Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Danish Modern Coffee Table
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Danish Modern Coffee Table. 58w 20d 18.5h
Rattan, Teak
Danish Teak Vintage Drop Leaf Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare Danish teak vintage drop leaf dining table by Borge Mogensen. This was made in Denmark by Soborg Mobelfabrik, it dates from the 1960’s. The design is fantastic, ...
Teak
Danish Modern Extendable Teak Dining Table by Ansager Møbler
By Ansager Møbler 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This striking Danish modern dining table features two stowaway leaves, making the table 111.5" wide when fully extended and 72" wide when closed. The lacquered wood finish has been v...
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Extendable Dining Table, Denmark 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a classic of Mid Century Modern era, an extendable dining table done in teak. The table has been fully refurbished. It features an extension which allow...
Teak
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Expandable Teak Dining Table, c1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chino Hills, CA
A striking example of Scandinavian modern design, this vintage 1960s expandable teak dining table — crafted in the manner of Selig — showcases timeless proportions, warm natural mate...
Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Extension Dining Table by Kai Kristiansen (attr.)
By Korup Stolefabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid century Danish modern extendable teak dining table was designed by Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik (attr.) and made in Denmark circa 1960. This bea...
Wood, Teak
Incredible Niels Koefoed Danish Design Mid Century Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Designed by acclaimed Danish designer Niels Koefoed circa 1960, this sculptural drop-leaf dining table is a masterclass in mid-century form and function. Crafted in rich teak, it fea...
Teak
