Exemplary designs for wood chairs, cabinets, desks and tables are part of the legacy associated with Rud Rasmussen, an iconic Danish furniture manufacturer that collaborated with some of the world’s best known and universally revered Scandinavian modernists.
Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier was established in 1869 in Copenhagen. The workshop’s founder, cabinetmaker Rudolph Rasmussen, was raised in a family of carpenters and had initially specialized in oak furniture. It wasn’t long before the business had grown — in 1876, Rasmussen was operating out of a four-storey factory, and by the end of the 19th century, the manufacturer had forged relationships with esteemed Danish architects including Vilhelm Dahlerup and Thorvald Bindesbøll.
With Rudolph Rasmussen's passing in 1904, the founder’s sons, Rudolph and Victor, took control of the company. They realized their father's dream of expanding the business — the firm had by then been accepting commissions from Copenhagen City Hall and was soon producing furniture for the likes of the police station, the postal service, ministries, technical universities and hospitals. More longstanding collaborations with legendary cabinetmakers and architects came into play, too.
Rud Rasmussen partnered with Mogens Koch, Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Kaare Klint, the founder of the design school at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. The manufacturer is known to collectors for producing Koch’s versatile bookcases, and, in 1933, Rud Rasmussen debuted Klint’s Safari chair — a clever and timeless interpretation of campaign furniture.
Carl Hansen and Søn acquired Rud Rasmussen in 2011.
Find vintage Rud Rasmussen seating, case pieces and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Bernt Petersen Danish 1950s Mahogany Desk
By Rud Rasmussen, Bernt Petersen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Mahogany Writing Desk, circa 1950s An exceptional 4-drawer desk from Danish designer Bernt Petersen and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. The legs, drawer f...
Brass
A Copenhagen City Hall Desk by Martin Nyrop for Rud Rasmussen, 1905
By Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Balen, BE
A Copenhagen City Hall desk designed by Martin Nyrop and made by Rud Rasmussen in the early years of 1900. The desk show Martin Nyrop’s signature blend of architecture, craftsmanship...
Leather, Pine
Danish Mid Century Wooden PK52 Desk by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Danish mid century "PK52" academy desk for the School of Architecture in Copenhagen with a black lacquered steel base and matching dark wooden top and drawer with a magaz...
Steel
$4,177
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Danish Rosewood Desk with Tambour Doors by Hans J. Wegner, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Rare Danish Rosewood desk with tambour doors, 1950s. Large and impressive Danish rosewood/palisander executive desk. Twin pedestal cabinets with tambour/rolling doors. This exquisit...
Rosewood
Poul Kjaerholm PK71 for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of Poul Kjaerholm 'PK 71' nesting tables with steel frame and top of black acrylic. Designed by Kjaerholm in 1957, manufactured by E. Kold Christensen. Marked 'Denmark'...
Mogens Koch Mahogany Folding Table for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant folding tray sofa table in a practical and timeless design, crafted from mahogany. The table can be easily folded and stowed away, making it ideal for flexible use in any...
Brass
“The Egyptian table” by Mogens Lassen for Rud Rasmussen in Mahogany
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Lassen. The 'Egyptian Table' is a foldable coffee table crafted in mahogany, showcasing a beautiful grain pattern and a beveled edge tabletop. The cross-shaped base not only p...
Brass
$9,760 / item
H 28.3 in W 55.7 in D 33.5 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK52A' Student Desk with Drawer in Black for Carl Hansen & Son
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK52A' Student Desk with Drawer in Black for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm comm...
Steel
$49,400
H 27.96 in W 51.59 in D 27.76 in
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1950
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A desk designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler and produced by Móveis Artesanal in the 1950s. The piece has a top in pau-marfim wood supported on iron feet, two drawers on the l...
Iron
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Teak Desk, 1950s. Rare and early freestanding Scandinavian Modern boomerang teak writing desk made in Denmark in the early 1950s. Asymmetrical...
Oak, Teak
$2,500
H 28.75 in W 57.09 in D 28.75 in
Midcentury Freestanding Desk in Teak by Børge Mogensen, Danish Design, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in teak, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Sobørg furniture. Great original condition.
Teak
$4,361
H 29.53 in W 52.76 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Art Deco Mahogany Writing Desk, Danish Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A calm and solid piece that holds its space with ease. The Mahogany desk is made in the 1950s Denmark and is in very good condition. The surface shows light signs of use, and overall...
Brass
Kaare Klint Coffee Table in Ash Wood for Rud, Rasmussen, Model 6687
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint (Danish 1888 - 1954). Round coffee table, model KK6687 "Rygebord," crafted from ash wood with a beautiful grain pattern. The table features an elegant raised edge around ...
Ash
$16,709Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Ole Wanscher Freestanding Desk in Rosewood Made by A.J. Iversen, Copenhagen 1959
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important desk designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured at master cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen in 1959. Exhibited at the Danish Cabinetmakers Guild exhibition the same year. T...
Rosewood
$12,500
H 28.88 in W 56.38 in D 29.63 in
Severin Hansen Model 36 Rosewood Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Peabody, MA
A rosewood desk, Model 36, designed by Hans Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, circa late 1950s. Hansen's furniture designs are distinctively recognizable for their sleek profi...
Rosewood
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Model 4113 Mahogany Writing Desk
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Kaare Klint (1888–1954) Freestanding desk crafted in solid Cuban mahogany. Designed in 1929 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen Cabinetmakers. This is model 4113, likel...
Brass
Large Scandinavian Art Deco Desk in the Style of Jindrich Halabala
By Rud Rasmussen, Jindřich Halabala
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous vintage oversized Scandinavian Art Deco desk in the style of iconic furniture designer Jindrich Halabala, circa 1950s. The desk is ...
Wood
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H 23.82 in W 59.85 in D 27.76 in
Rud. Rasmussen: A solid oak coffee table. Made by Rud Rasmussen 1920s
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Table in oak and patinated leather. Designed and made by Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers.
Leather, Oak
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H 27.17 in W 42.13 in D 19.69 in
Table Pine and Patinated Leather Designed by Martin Nyrop for Rud Rasmussen
By Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Table in pine and patinated leather. Designed by MAA. Martin Nyrop as interior for Copenhagen town hall in 1905. Made in Denmark by Cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers. Great or...
Leather, Pine
Bernt Petersen Danish Mahogany 4 Drawer Desk, 1950s
By Bernt Petersen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Writing Desk, circa 1960s Produced by master cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark. Solid mahogany and mahogany veneer construction with 2 drawers on either side.
Mahogany
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H 27.17 in W 55.52 in D 33.47 in
Early PK 52 Desk by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1956
By Poul Kjærholm, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Admire this early PK-52 desk by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1956. This desk was originally designed for the Royal Danish...
Metal
Bernt Petersen Danish Mahogany 2 Drawer Desk, 1950s
By Bernt Petersen, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen Writing Desk, c1960s Bernt Petersen designed desk, produced in Denmark by master cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark in the 1960s. Solid mahogany legs and drawer fronts with veneered top. Solid oak drawer inserts...
Mahogany
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H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 39.38 in
Table in Pine and Patinated Leather Designed by Martin Nyrop for Rud Rasmussen
By Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Table in pine and patinated leather. Designed by MAA. Martin Nyrop as interior for Copenhagen town hall in 1905. Made in Denmark by Cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers.
Leather, Pine
Kaare Klint Table in Mahogany for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint table of mahogany with pull-out extension underneath top. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s. Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØ...
Mahogany
Rud Rasmussen Desk of Mahogany, 1940s, Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Desk made of solid cuban mahogany. Drawers and writing trays with brass details. Made and marked by Rud Rasmussen. Marked from Copenhagen town hall.
Brass
Bernt Petersen Danish Rosewood Writing Desk, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Bernt Petersen
Located in London, England
Bernt Petersen - 1950s writing desk Stunning desk produced by master cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen in Denmark c1950s. The legs and drawer fronts a...
Rosewood
Kaare Klint Desk of Mahogany, 1940s, Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint desk made of solid cuban mahogany. Drawers and writing trays with brass details. Made and marked by Rud Rasmussen.
Brass