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)
$12,849
H 47.64 in W 32.68 in D 15.75 in
Kurt Østervig Cabinet in Teak and Oak with Round intarsia, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, K.P. Møbler 1
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kurt Østervig, cabinet in teak and oak with round intarsia, cabinetmaker K. P. Møbler, 1960s.
Oak, Teak
1950s Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Teak Bacchus Bar Cabinet Norway
By Torbjørn Afdal, Mellemstrands Møbelfabrik
Located in Wesseling, DE
Elegant bar cabinet model Bacchus designed by Torbjørn Afdal and produced by Mellemstrand Møbelfabrik in Norway during the 1950s. Crafted in teak, the cabinet exemplifies Afdal's re...
Glass, Teak
Bar cabinet designed by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler
By Kurt Østervig, KP Mobler
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare Danish bar cabinet by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler is a refined example of Scandinavian mid-century case furniture, combining disciplined proportions with thoughtful interio...
Rosewood
Fine Danish Teak Cabinet by N.C.Møbler 1960
By NC Möbler
Located in Handewitt, DE
Elegant Danish teak cabinet with drawers and doors. We think it’s by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler Denmark. Often as described as Arne Vodder. It’s the same, very good quality. Prod....
Teak
$11,198
H 45.48 in W 47.25 in D 17.92 in
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood and Brass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bar Cabinet with Tambour Doors in Rosewood, Brass and Glass by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Pro...
Rosewood
$2,547Sale Price|20% Off
H 45.28 in W 57.09 in D 16.54 in
1950s Teak Cabinet "Mässan" by Kurt Karlsson for August Löfvings Möbelfabrik
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A refined and functional mid-century modern teak cabinet, designed by Kurt Karlsson and produced by August Löfvings Möbelfabrik in Tibro, Sweden, circa 1950s. This elegant piece sho...
Brass
$20,629
H 47.64 in W 32.68 in D 15.75 in
Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen Bar Cabinet Produced by Gustav Bertelsen in Denmark
By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare bar cabinet designed by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen. Produced by Gustav Bertelsen in Denmark.
Brass
Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by K.P Møbler in Denmark Dimensions (W x D x H)...
Rosewood
$5,894
H 49.61 in W 59.85 in D 16.15 in
Highboard, Danish teak and oak buffet by Kurt Ostervig for Randers 1965.
By Kurt Østervig, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Stunning Scandinavian Highboard. On the right side, a hinged door (lockable, key included) at the top opens to reveal three interior drawers for storage or a bar, and four large draw...
Oak, Teak
Mid-Century Teak Cabinet Model 232 by Børge Mogensen
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Madrid, ES
Børge Mogensen sideboard of teak with two doors in the front. Inside with shelves and pull-out trays. Please note that the feet are not original and are made of oak. Brass keys that ...
Brass
OS 63 - Cabinet in rosewood by Arne Vodder
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OS 63 - Sideboard in rosewood with colored, reversible doors. Designed in 1958 by Arne Vodder and made by Sibast Furniture.
Rosewood
BM 64 - Dresser in oak by Hans J. Wegner
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BM 64 - 'Tallboy' cabinet in patinated oak with 8 drawers and brass handles. Designed by Børge Mogensen and designed by P. Lauritsen & Son.
Brass
Drawing cabinet in mahogany by Mogens Koch
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drawing cabinet in solid patinated mahogany with 8 drawers. Marked from manufacturer Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier and designed by Mogens Koch.
Mahogany
Rare sideboard in teak by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare sideboard in patinated teak with two shutter doors and frame in black lacquered metal. From the 1950's. Designed by Finn Juhl and made by Bovirke.
Metal
Wardrobe in solid oak by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wardrobe in patinated oak with clothes rail and two shelves. Manufacturer's label from Rud Rasmussen, designed by Mogens Koch.
Brass
Tall cabinet in oak by Mogens Koch
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall cabinet in solid patinated oak with matching base.
Brass
