About
Lifespan: 1889–1965
Place: Copenhagen
Manufacturer: Frits Henningsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Story
Frits Henningsen (1889–1965) was a Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer. He completed his apprenticeship with I.P. Mørck in 1911, gained experience in Germany, France and Great Britain, and returned to Copenhagen in 1915 to open his own furniture shop.
Drawing on historic furniture traditions, his work gradually developed toward simpler forms. He placed exceptional emphasis on craftsmanship and quality and was unusual among cabinetmakers in consistently designing his own furniture.
History & Works
1889 (0 years old)
Born.
1911 (age 22)
Completed his cabinetmaker apprenticeship with I.P. Mørck.
1915 (age 26)
Returned to Copenhagen and opened his own furniture shop.
1965 (76 years old)
Died.