Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Son 1960's
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in LYON, FR
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Danish sofa, Minerva model produced by France and Son. Sofa designed in the 1960s by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard. It is a classic Dan...
Cotton, Teak
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Hellouw, NL
Stunning ‘minerva’ sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn from the 1960s. Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen have played a significant role in the internatio...
Fabric, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Daybed Sofa France and Sons Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Rare Extra Long Danish modern Minerva Daybed Sofa. Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart circa 1960's.
Teak
Minerva sofa or Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Søn, 1960s
By Fredericia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s - Made in Denmark - Good original condition - New black upholstery - Wooden parts refreshed - Very good condition ! - Marked by maker.
Upholstery, Teak
Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva corner sofa set. Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn. Striking Danish design from the 1960s. Solid ...
Chrome
Peter Hvidt Minerva Daybed Sofa, Teak & Upholstery, Mid-Century
By John Stuart Inc., Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Hanover, MA
Minerva daybed sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, made in Denmark by France & Søn, and imported to the USA by John Stuart,Inc for their 1961 Danish Craftsm...
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Daybed Hvidt Minerva France Son Teak Danish Sofa Modular
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Minerva Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark. Needs to be re-upholstered or professionally cleaned, dingy and dusty. The upholstery appea...
Teak
France & Son Peter Hvidt Molgard & Orla M. Nielsen Model Minerva Daybed Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Minerva daybed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn. The daybed features an elegant solid teak frame and an attractive salmon-colored cotton upholster...
Fabric, Teak
Danish Minerva Sofa in Mohair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Renens, CH
A vintage Minerva sofa / daybed designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, originating from the early 1960s, produced by France & Son. The sofa features a teak frame, with ne...
Mohair, Teak
Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
High quality and elegant rosewood and black leather Torbjørn Afdal "Minerva" sofa for Bruksbo. This is a four-seat sofa from Scandinavian origin. Torbjørn Afdal designed it in 1965. ...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 31.11 in W 53.15 in D 29.93 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielson Danish Teak Loveseat "Minerva" Sofa, 1960
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavin modern period 2-seater sofa or loveseat designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen, produced by France and Sons, Made in Denmark, circa 1960s. Model No- Minerva. ...
Chrome
Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt for France and son 1960
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Torino, IT
Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt for France and son 1960
Fabric, Teak
Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Munich, DE
Very cozy and elegant rosewood and cognac natural leather by Torbjørn Afdal "Minerva" sofa for Bruksbo. This is a four-seat sofa from Scandinavian origin. Torbjørn Afdal de...
Leather, Rosewood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Sofa
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare long sofa model Minerva designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Steel
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen “Minerva” Sofa
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Raleigh, NC
Daybed sofa designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Son, Denmark. This Danish sofa was made circa 1960s with a sturdy teak frame and chrome bar accents. The ...
Chrome
Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt for France and son, Denmark 1960s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Torino, IT
Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt for France and son, Denmark 1960s
Teak
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H 32.29 in W 82.29 in D 30.32 in
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen from the 1960s, Denmark
By France & Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen from the 1960s. Solid teak frame with two armrests. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered with a h...
Fabric, Teak
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H 30.75 in W 81 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard Minerva Sofa for John Stuart 1960s
By John Stuart, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard Minerva Sofa for John Stuart 1960s Danish modern Minerva sofa, daybed, or loveseat by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. 'Minerva' col...
Upholstery, Teak
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H 30.25 in W 48 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard Minerva Sofa, Daybed, France & Son
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard Minerva Sofa, Daybed, France & Son Danish modern Minerva sofa, daybed, or loveseat by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. 'Minerva' col...
Upholstery, Teak
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H 31.5 in W 53.15 in D 31.5 in
'Minerva' Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son, 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s. This is model ‘Minerva’ and is made out of teak. The cushions are freshly reupholstered with a ...
Fabric, Teak
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H 33 in W 92 in D 67 in
"Minerva" Teak sofa Set Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard by Nielsen France & Son
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Almelo, NL
Two "Minerva" teak sofas and one coffee table Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen from France & Son, Denmark. This sofa set features one three-seater & one two-seater sofa with a sid...
Fabric, Teak
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H 29.53 in W 84.65 in D 31.11 in
Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sofa daybed from the 1960s by France and Søn made of teakwood. This piece is featuring two cushioned armrests. The piece has been restored and covered with a light grey fabric "Halli...
Wool, Teak
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H 33.47 in W 49.22 in
Minerva 2-Seat Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Minerva 2-seat sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son. Very good vintage condition.
Fabric, Teak
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H 33.47 in W 80.32 in D 29.93 in
Minerva Sofa/Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good vintage condition.
Fabric, Teak
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H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 31.11 in
Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Scandinavian design classic from the 1960s by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen. Sprung cushions with original fabric. Both the upholstery and fabric in elegant dark gray are well ...
Wool, Teak
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H 33.08 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Danish 2-Seater Teak Sofa Model Minerva by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa, 2 armrests with their cushions, all the fabrics, seat, backrest and cushion have their original structure and have been reupholstered in cream terry fabric....
Fabric, Teak
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H 33.08 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Large Danish 3-Seater Sofa in Teak, and New Fabric, Minerva Model by Peter Hvidt
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa/daybed with 3 comfortable seats. All the fabrics: seat and backrest have their original structure and have been reupholstered in cream terry fabric. Manufact...
Metal
"Minerva" sofa with armrests by France & Søn
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn
Located in Brescia, IT
Two-armed sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s. Struttura in teak, staffe in acciaio, marchio presente. Cuscini nuovi in microfibra grigio ghiaccio, sf...
Fabric, Teak
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H 31.89 in W 47.25 in D 29.93 in
Danish vintage sofa Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Brescia, IT
Danish sofa from the 1960s with teak frame and refurbished upholstery. Streamlined design with reclining backrest and tapered legs. Vintage Danish Minerva sofa designed in the 1960s...
Fabric, Teak
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H 31.89 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Danish vintage sofa Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Brescia, IT
Danish sofa from the 1960s with teak frame and refurbished upholstery. Streamlined design with reclining backrest and tapered legs. Vintage Danish Minerva sofa designed in the 1960s...
Fabric, Teak
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H 34.65 in W 74.81 in D 32.29 in
Minerva Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s
By Fredericia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s - Made in Denmark - Good original condition - New black upholstery - Wooden parts refreshed - Very good condition! - Marked by maker.
Upholstery, Teak
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H 34.65 in W 74.81 in D 32.29 in
Minerva Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s
By Fredericia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s - Made in Denmark - Good original condition - New black upholstery - Wooden parts refreshed - Very good condition! - Marked by maker.
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 32.49 in W 75.2 in D 30.32 in
'Minerva' sofa Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage three-seater sofa in excellent condition, teak wood frame, seat and back with newly manufactured upholstery and fabric. Unrestored sofa but in excellent overall condition.
Fabric, Teak
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H 33.08 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in
Hvidt & Molgaard Teakwood Two-Seat Sofa Model "Minerva" for France & Son, 1960
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt
Located in Odense, DK
Made in teak and chromed metal parts this sofa or daybed is an iconic piece of Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture Design. Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for "France a...
Teak
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Beautifully restored Mid-Century Modern daybed sofa. The famed "Minerva" sofa was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France and Son. Manufacturer's emblem present beneath ...
Upholstery, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen "Minerva" Sofa or Daybed
By France & Daverkosen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in The Hague, NL
Amazing Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Denmark 1960s teak. Very good condition, new upholstery and covered in new high quality fabric. Marked w...
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen "Minerva" Sofa or Daybed
By France & Daverkosen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful daybed/sofa model FD 417 'Minerva' by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s with original spring core seat and back cushions, in original tex...
Metal
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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