Danish design is known all over the world for its sleek lines and
sophistication. It first became popular in the 1940s and 1950s, when the
light and simple style of Danish furniture proved a good fit for the clean
lines of the new International Style architecture.
Chairs, lamps,
silver, glass, and textiles from Denmark were soon sought after by design
lovers everywhere. Many of those mid-century examples of Danish design are
now seen as art pieces and are sold for thousands of dollars at auction
houses. But Danish design continues to evolve, and today beautiful
Danish furniture, jewellery, and other design objects are available at all
price levels.
The best known 20th-century Danish designer is probably Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971). His modernist chairs with names like The Ant, The Swan and The Egg are still in production today and are seen all over the world, usually in office, lobby, or airport settings. In addition to their elegant styling, they are ergonomically designed and comfortable to sit in.
