Poul Kjaerholm (1929-1980) was a Danish furniture designer known for his significant contributions to the mid-century modern design movement. Born on January 8, 1929, in Oster Vra, Denmark, Kjaerholm's work exemplified a fusion of functionalism, minimalism, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Kjaerholm initially trained as a carpenter before studying furniture design at the Copenhagen School of Arts and Crafts from 1949 to 1952. After graduating, he worked as an apprentice for the Danish furniture manufacturer, E. Kold Christensen. In 1955, he began teaching at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts..

During the 1950s and 1960s, Kjaerholm gained recognition for his furniture designs, which were characterized by their clean lines, simple forms, and use of industrial materials such as steel, leather, and glass. He drew inspiration from the modernist principles of Bauhaus and embraced the Scandinavian design ethos of functionalism.

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A pair of chairs in the style of Poul Kjaerholm, Scandinavian,…

A pair of chairs in the style of Poul Kjaerholm, Scandinavian, circa 2000's, wicker seat on metal frame, 73 cm high, 62 cm wide, 52 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK9 Chair, designed c. 1960…

Poul Kjaerholm PK9 Chair, Fritz Hansen, Deep Red Leather

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK9 Chair, designed c. 1960 / c. 2017, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, deep red leather, matte chrome-plated steel, retains manufacturer's label and tag, height 79 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK22 Easy Chair, designed…

Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Easy Chair, Fritz Hansen, Cognac Leather

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK22 Easy Chair, designed 1956, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, cognac leather and matte chromed spring steel, retains manufactured, height 71 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1929 - 1980) for Fritz Hansen, an…

Poul Kjærholm's Iconic PK 24 Chaise Longue

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1929 - 1980) for Fritz Hansen, an iconic Pk 24 chaise longue, in satin brushed stainless steel and wicker, this is perhaps the designer's most recognizable design, notable for its sensuous curves and organic shape. Inspired by the…

In the manner of Poul Kjaerholm set of seven dining chairs; oak…

Kjaerholm Oak and Steel Dining Chairs with Spruce Upholstery

In the manner of Poul Kjaerholm set of seven dining chairs; oak and brushed steel reupholstered in Zepal Hevana Spruce fabric. Denmark; designed 1959; 69.5 cm high, 56.5 cm wide, 49.5 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm Pko chair for Fritz Hansen; black laquered…

Poul Kjaerholm PKO Chair for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm Pko chair for Fritz Hansen; black laquered plywood, two piece construction. Metal disc Fritz Hansen label to base. Edition 387. Designed 1952. C 1997; 68 cm high, 70 cm wide, 65 cm deep

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1921-1980) (designer), An original 'PK…

PK 61 Coffee Table by Poul Kjærholm

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1921-1980) (designer), An original 'PK 61' coffee table, originally designed in 1956 this example manufactured later by Fritz Hansen; in satin brushed stainless steel and with plate glass top, impressed manufacturer's mark to base,…

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1929-1980) for Fritz Hansen, a classic…

PK 22 Chair by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjærholm (Denmark, 1929-1980) for Fritz Hansen, a classic PK 22 chair, in satin brushed stainless steel and wicker, the chair epitomizes the designer's search for ideal form and exemplifies the strong industrial dimension in his work, original…

A pair of 'PK22' style occasional chairs, originally designed…

PK22 Style Chairs with Stainless Steel Frame and Grey Upholstery

A pair of 'PK22' style occasional chairs, originally designed by Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen. With grey seat upholstery and a refined stainless steel frame, height 69 cm, width 58 cm, diameter 61 cm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), Pko chair, designed 1952,…

Poul Kjaerholm's PKO Chair by Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), Pko chair, designed 1952, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, black lacquered plywood, retains manufacturer's label, height 68 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Poul Kjaerholm, Pk 61 coffee table, in chrome with heavy,…

Chrome PK 61 Coffee Table with Square Glass Top

Poul Kjaerholm, Pk 61 coffee table, in chrome with heavy, square plate glass top, manufacturer unknown

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK22 easy chair, designed…

PK22 Rattan Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK22 easy chair, designed 1956 / c. 2000, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, rattan and matte chromed spring steel, retains manufacturer's labels, height 70 cm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), pair of PK22 easy chairs,…

PK22 Rattan Easy Chairs by Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), pair of PK22 easy chairs, designed 1956 / c. 2000, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, rattan and matte chromed spring steel, each retains manufacturer's labels (2), height 70 cm

Poul Kjaerholm 'PK25' chair for Fritz Hansen, also known as the…

PK25 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm 'PK25' chair for Fritz Hansen, also known as the 'Element' chair, the PK25 is a striking example of Kjærholm's eagerness to transform common, industrial materials into striking works of Art. Grey cotton / canvas upholstery on polished steel…

Pair of side tables in the manner of, Poul Kjaerholm, steel and…

Steel and Glass Side Tables (Kjaerholm Style)

Pair of side tables in the manner of, Poul Kjaerholm, steel and glass side tables, height 47 cm, length 46 cm, depth 46 cm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), set of six PK9 chairs,…

PK9 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), set of six PK9 chairs, designed c. 1960 manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, tan leather and matte chrome-plated steel, retains impressed manufacturer's mark (6)

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK9 chair, designed c. 1960…

PK9 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), PK9 chair, designed c. 1960 / c. 2004 manufactured by Fritz Hansen, black leather, matte chrome-plated steel, retains manufacturer's label

Poul Kjærholm (Danish, 1929-1980) PK22 easy chair, designed…

PK22 Easy Chair by Poul Kjærholm

Poul Kjærholm (Danish, 1929-1980) PK22 easy chair, designed 1956 / c. 2000 manufactured by Fritz Hansen, white leather and matte chromed spring steel, retains manufacturer?s label

Poul Kjaerholm pair of 'PK22' chairs for Fritz Hansen, white…

PK22 White Leather Chairs on Chrome Frame

Poul Kjaerholm pair of 'PK22' chairs for Fritz Hansen, white leather on chrome frame, Denmark, c 2007

Poul Kjaerholm 'Pk20' chair for E.Kold Christensen quality…

Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Chair in Black Leather and Steel

Poul Kjaerholm 'Pk20' chair for E.Kold Christensen quality black leather on matt steel stamp to frame designed 1967, 68 cm high, 68 cm wide, 70 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm 'Pk20' chair for E.Kold Christensen quality…

Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Chair in Black Leather and Steel

Poul Kjaerholm 'Pk20' chair for E.Kold Christensen quality black leather on matt steel stamp to frame designed 1967, 68 cm high, 68 cm wide, 70 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm, 'PK20' chair for Fritz Hansen, brown leather…

PK20 Leather and Chrome Chair

Poul Kjaerholm, 'PK20' chair for Fritz Hansen, brown leather and chrome, Denmark, designed 1967, 94 cm high, 65 cm wide, 78 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929 - 1980), PK 20 Lounge Chair,…

PK 20 Lounge Chair by Kjaerholm

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929 - 1980), PK 20 Lounge Chair, designed 1968, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, cognac leather, matte chrome-plated steel, retains manufacturer's decal label, height 93 cm width 80 cm depth 78 cm

Paul Kjaerholm 'PK71 nesting' tables for Fritz Hansen, satin…

PK71 Nesting Tables by Fritz Hansen

Paul Kjaerholm 'PK71 nesting' tables for Fritz Hansen, satin brushed aluminium with black acrylic top, Denmark, c 2007, 29 cm high, 28 cm wide, 28 cm deep,

Poul Kj'rholm (Danish, 1929-1980), pair of PK22 easy chairs,…

PK22 Rattan Easy Chairs by Kjærholm & Fritz Hansen

Poul Kj'rholm (Danish, 1929-1980), pair of PK22 easy chairs, designed 1956/2000, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, rattan and matte chromed spring steel, signed each retains manufacturer's label to underside, with original tags (2), height 71 cm, labels: Cf.…

A pair of Italian Designer leather chairs, after a design by…

Italian Designer Leather Chairs - PK22 Inspired

A pair of Italian Designer leather chairs, after a design by Poul Kjaerholm PK22, purchased from Space furniture in 2000

Poul Kjaerholm PK91 folding stool for Fritz Hansen, leather and…

PK91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK91 folding stool for Fritz Hansen, leather and polished steel, Denmark, c 2007, 43 cm high, 57 cm wide, 45 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm. PK22 Chair - Rare 1st edition. Manufactured by…

Rare PK22 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm

Poul Kjaerholm. PK22 Chair - Rare 1st edition. Manufactured by Kold Christensen - Stamped. (original manufacturer before Fritz Hansen). Denmark. 70 cm high, 60 cm wide, 58 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm. PK22 Chair - Rare 1st edition. Manufactured by…

Rare PK22 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm - 1st Edition

Poul Kjaerholm. PK22 Chair - Rare 1st edition. Manufactured by Kold Christensen - Stamped. (original manufacturer before Fritz Hansen). Denmark. 70 cm high, 60 cm wide, 58 cm deep

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980). PK54 extending dining table,…

PK54 Marble Top Extending Dining Table

Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980). PK54 extending dining table, designed 1963, produced 1963-1981 manufactured by E. Kold Christensen A/S, Denmark, circular flint-rolled Italian marble top on matt chromium-plated steel frame, includes six 15-inch table…

Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen, PK 22 hammock chair,…

PK 22 Hammock Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen, PK 22 hammock chair, continuous woven cane back seat on a steel frame, detachable leather head rest, Fritz Hansen label affixed to the frame

Pair of PK22 chairs in the maner of Paul Kjaerholm, stainless…

PK22 Wicker Chairs with Stainless Steel Frame (Set of 2)

Pair of PK22 chairs in the maner of Paul Kjaerholm, stainless steel frame with wicker seat (2)

Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen, a pair of PK22 chairs,…

PK22 Chairs with Stainless Steel Frames and Wicker Cane

Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen, a pair of PK22 chairs, stainless steel frames with wicker cane, impressed factory marks and original sticker affixed to base

A vintage Poul Kjaerholm PK61 slate coffee table by E. Kold…

Vintage Slate Coffee Table by Poul Kjaerholm PK61

A vintage Poul Kjaerholm PK61 slate coffee table by E. Kold Cristiansen. Height 32.5 cm. Width 70 cm. Depth 70 cm

A Poul Kjaerholm PK33 ottoman stool, designed 1958-59, Denmark,…

PK33 Ottoman Stool by Poul Kjaerholm

A Poul Kjaerholm PK33 ottoman stool, designed 1958-59, Denmark, manufactured by Ejvind Kold Christensen, with EKC makers stamp. Spring steel, plywood and leather cushion. Height 35 cm. Diameter 52 cm