Frits Henningsen (1889-1965) was and still is known for his uncompromising and perfectionist approach to craftsmanship, his dynamic personality and strong designs. Today, some of his pieces are considered among the best of 20th century Danish furniture production. And for good reason.

As more and more people work from home, the importance of a well-designed and functional home office has become more and more obvious. Whether you work from home full-time or only occasionally, having a dedicated workspace that meets your needs can have a huge impact on your productivity, creativity and overall job satisfaction.

Since 1991, KLASSIK has been recognised as a leading dealer of Nordic master cabinetmakers' furniture, but is now unveiling its vast collection of Danish wicker furniture from 1920-1970, carefully curated over the last three decades! Find masterpieces by Arne Jacobsen, Kay Fisker, Tove Kindt-Larsen and R. Wengler, among others, reupholstered with new fabrics from the iconic French textile company Pierre Frey.

Danish furniture design has been recognised worldwide for its unique approach, characterised by simplicity, functionality and superior craftsmanship. Wicker furniture is an area of Danish design history that has recently seen a surge in demand. Birgit Lyngbye Pedersen, recognised author and expert in Danish furniture art and design history, has recently published the book 'Fletværk - Historien om de danske kurvemøbler 1830-2020', and in connection with our large exhibition in Bredgade with Danish wicker furniture, we have had the pleasure of shedding light on the history of Danish wicker furniture with an interview with Birgit.

As leather is a natural material, it needs to be regularly treated and moisturized so that it doesn't dry out, which can cause the leather to crack and then there is no going back. Read how to maintain your leather furniture here.

 

It may seem like a complicated and pricey project, but upcycling furniture can actually be a clever, sustainable and often cheaper way than purchasing new. In this blog post, we explore some of the benefits of upcycling furniture, from price savings to its environmental impact.

The technique of enameling - burning glass onto metal or silver - has been known since ancient times, and in medieval Europe, highly refined jewelry was made from enamel. But it is not this type of small-scale art that Hanmann was interested in. Read the full blog post here.

The rare 'Partners Desk' by Mogens Koch was first shown at the Cabinetmakers' Guild Furniture Exhibition in 1938 for master cabinetmaker N. C. Jensen Kjær ⏤ the same year in which Koch was awarded the renowned Eckersberg Medal, which honours work of high artistic quality. Read the full blog post here.

Vibeke, who works in our Flagship Store in Copenhagen, has this year decorated a Christmas table with tableware and glassware from the old renowned workshops, where quality and design were paramount. Get inspired here.

Did you know that the world's best restaurant 2022 is in Copenhagen? Copenhagen is the culinary stronghold of Northern Europe and can offer memorable and unique experiences if you find the right places. Here, we give you our 10 warmest recommendations for Copenhagen eateries that we think have something special to offer ⏤ known as well as unknown spots ⏤ with an emphasis on atmosphere, sustainability, décor and quality.

With some of the world's best restaurants, a spectacular culture scene and renowned furniture design, Denmark is definitely worth a visit!⁠ If you're planning a stay in Copenhagen, we've listed 10 hand-picked boutique hotels for you to consider. We've paid particular attention to the atmosphere, interiors and service, which will contribute to a comfortable and pleasant stay in the city. 

The Septima Pendant was developed in 1927-31 and was first time exhibited at Kunstindustrimuseet (now Designmuseum Danmark) in September 1928 in a prototype version. Here it received several positive reviews in the press, although PH did not see the lamp as finished yet. Read the whole story here.