Danish architect Edvard Kindt-Larsen is one half of the Kindt-Larsen design powerhouse, alongside his wife, Tove Kindt-Larsen (1906–94). Together, they helped usher in the golden era of Scandinavian modern furniture design through their significant involvement with the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibitions from the 1930s through the ’70s.
Married in 1937, Tove and Edvard etched out names for themselves independently and as a pair. Tove was one of the first female designers to come to the fore during Denmark’s rise in furniture production. She studied under the legendary Kaare Klint at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts years after she started working in the industry.
Edvard received great recognition for his large hotel project by the lakes in Copenhagen and his house in Klampenborg, which he designed in 1962. Edvard was awarded the Eckersberg Medal from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1949 for his work as an architect.
While both were skilled designers — the couple’s coffee tables, armchairs and other pieces are widely collected today — Edvard and Tove’s greatest contribution is undoubtedly their involvement with the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibitions.
The shows they assembled were integral to putting Danish design on the map, with Edvard serving as head of the exhibitions from 1943 to ’66. During this period, mid-century Danish design truly took off in the United States — when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers.
Together, the pair organized events that ignited collaborations between big-name Danish designers such as Hans J. Wegner and Johannes Hansen, Finn Juhl and Niels Vodder, Ole Wanscher and A.J. Iversen, Jacob Kjær and Peder Moos, and more.
The guild provided a platform for the designers to showcase their now-iconic works, including Wegner’s Round chair, the rustic and recognizable Hunting chair and Spanish chair — both created by Børge Mogensen — and Finn Juhl’s Chieftain chair, 46 chair and 46 sofa.
On 1stDibs, find antique Edvard Kindt-Larsen seating, tables and case pieces.
Pair of Kindt-Larsen Danish Modern Daybeds
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
A pair of teak framed daybeds by the design duo of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Gustav Bahus. Typically seen with armrests and back support this pair was used as single beds for th...
Teak
Venfield Modern Sofa / Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,900
H 16.15 in W 78.75 in D 47.25 in
Danish Modern Daybed, Reupholstered, Made in Pine, by Nyt i Bo, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A large Danish mid century daybed in solid pine, reupholstered in grey wool. Made by a Danish company "Nyt i Bo" in 1970s. This daybed can also be used as ...
Wool, Pine
$9,876
H 25.99 in W 78.35 in D 35.04 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 48 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Teak, Chenille
$2,500
H 18.51 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
Scandinavian Modern, Daybed in Pine with Upholstered Cushion, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Scandinavian daybed crafted in solid pine, produced in Denmark during the 1970s. The piece features a low-profile construction with clean lines and a warm natural pine pa...
Fabric, Textile, Pine
Poul Hundevad Teak Daybed, Danish Modern, Circa 1960
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
This refined Danish modern daybed by Hundevad exemplifies the brand’s commitment to understated elegance, precision craftsmanship, and functional design. Crafted in warm, finely grai...
Teak
$5,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.5 in W 38.75 in D 83 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Daybeds, c. 1940, X-Form
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of vintage French bamboo and rattan daybeds featuring a distinctive X-form base, dating to circa 1940. These sculptural lounge pieces embody the relaxed elegance ...
Bamboo
Danish daybed in teak and fabic Mid-Century Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
A beautiful and refined Danish daybed crafted in teak and dating from the 1960s. The daybed features a particularly clean and minimal construction with a long rectangular teak frame...
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Pair of 1960s French Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1960s daybed, modernism style, steel frame, newly reupholstered.
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Fabric Daybed, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare daybed, produced in Denmark during the 1950s, is a refined representation of mid-century Scandinavian design, exemplifying the principles of functionality, simplicity, and ...
Fabric, Teak, Wool
Pair Mid Century Sofa Daybeds
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Mid Century daybeds, having solid wood frames, caned head and footboards, and upholstered seats and back cushions. Both are structurally sound and sturdy, both sh...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
A Fine Pair Of Regency Daybeds
Located in London, England
A pair of highly elegant English regency daybeds, with an S shaped backrest, terminating in mahogany sabre legs and brass castors made by Cope and Collinson, each with a single arm r...
Mahogany
Sold
H 29.75 in W 63 in D 38.75 in
Norwegian Modern Teak Settee / Daybed Edvard Kindt Larsen for Gustav Bahus
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Norwegian modern daybed / settee designed by Edvard Kindt Larsen for Gustav Bahus with two 12" extendable surfaces or 'wings', which can either be used as side tables or to create a longer divan bed...
Wool, Foam, Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 105.91 in D 28.75 in
Edvard & Tove Kindt Larsen Sofa Set Corner Table for Gustav Bahus
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden daybed and corner unit. Wear due to time and age of the furniture. Measure: Seat height 42 cm.
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28 in W 64 in D 28 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Short Daybed by Edvard Kindt for Gustav Bahus
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful vintage 1960s Short Norwegian sofa daybed designed by Edvard Kindt for Gustav Bahus. Has amazing solid teak wood frame and legs with original patina has a back support with...
Teak, Upholstery
Midcentury Danish Modern teak Sofa Couch Daybed by Edvard Kindt for Gustav Bahus
By Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful vintage 1960s low Norwegian long three-seat sofa daybed designed by Edvard Kindt for Gustav Bahus. Has amazing solid Teak wood frame and legs with original patina has a bac...
Teak, Upholstery