France & Son Seating
Danish
Danish manufacturer France & Søn is best known for its prolific output of elegant mid-century modern furnishings in teak and leather, yet its multinational beginnings took shape during the 1930s.
After businessman Charles William Fearnley France (1897–1972) moved from his native England to Denmark in 1936, he began to operate a small mattress factory alongside his friend Eric Daverkosen, a Danish cabinetmaker, under the name France & Daverkosen. Shortly afterward, Daverkosen passed away, and when Denmark was invaded during the Second World War, Charles was captured and sent to a prison camp in Germany. When he was released, the British entrepreneur set out to produce furniture in the early 1950s, setting up a shop in Hillerød to manufacture the kind of sleek beech and teak goods that were gaining widespread acclaim around the world. In 1957, France’s son James joined the business, and the company changed its name to reflect the addition.
Throughout the ’50s and ’60s, France & Søn produced a stunning array — and staggering quantity — of designs, with elegant modernist lounge chairs and armchairs, teak and rosewood dining tables and other furnishings by the likes of Finn Juhl, Grete Valk, Ole Wanscher, Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen all gracing its catalogues.
Even as there was a focus on mass production at France & Søn — and the brand doesn’t quite enjoy the same renown as fellow mid-century Danish furniture makers such as Carl Hansen & Søn — Charles France believed in making quality furniture, and the company’s offerings evoke the warmth of the handcrafted work that is typically associated with Scandinavian modernism.
In the 1960s, the company was bought by Danish designer Poul Cadovius, who folded it into the operations at CADO, a company he founded during the 1950s. Surviving examples of early work from the brand as well as modern icons by the likes of Verner Panton that followed in later years continue to be in demand.
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Creator: France & Søn
Expertly Restored -Ole Wanscher Model FD-120 Teak Rocking Chair for France & Son
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Sofa in Loro Piana Leather and Wool
By France & Søn
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
An exceptional sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son. We love this design. Gorgeously simple. Beautiful lines. The Minerva can be transformed from a couch to a...
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1950s Danish Vintage France & Son Seating
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Leather, Wool, Wood
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in taranto, IT
Danish collectible chair, model "197", France & Søn production based on a design by Finn Juhl, mid-1960s
made on a teak structure, it measures 76 cm in height, 50 cm in width, 45 ...
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1960s Danish Vintage France & Son Seating
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Faux Leather, Teak
Grete Jalk Model-128 Teak & Boucle Lounge Chair for France & Søn
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Upholstery, Teak
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Minerva' Daybed for France & Son
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century 'Minerva' daybed or sofa with Teak frame and newly upholstered cushions, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son. In otherwise original condition...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
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Metal
Inger Klingenberg dining chairs teak France & Son Denmark 1960
By France & Søn, Inger Klingenberg
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic set of four dining chairs model 193 designed by Inger Klingenberg and manufactured by France & Søn, Denmark 1960. The chairs feature a striking sculptural design and solid ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Leather, Teak
Rare 1960's teak ottoman by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in Bern, CH
Rare 1960's teak ottoman designed by Danish designer Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark. Solid teak frame with black leather upholstery.
Designer: Grete Jalk
Producer: France & Søn...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
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Leather, Teak
Danish Leather Stool by Finn Juhl for France and Son
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk, Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable leather stools from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high -quality workmanship.
The teak frame is particularly beautifully shaped.
The new leather pillo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Teak, Leather
Pair Of Danish Modern Grete Jalk Teak Lounge Chairs France & Son 1960s
By John Stuart Inc., France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant design having wave backrests that fit the curvature of your back to maximize comfort. Upholstered bentwood armrests provide a sizable area for your arms. Solid teak frames...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
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Steel
Grete Jalk Lounge Chair France & Son Teak Kvadrat Denmark 1960s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, BS
Grete Jalk lounge chair, model 118 designed for France & Son in the 1950s and produced in Denmark in the early 1960s.
Teak wood frame with a beautiful grain, cleaned and refinished...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Wool, Teak
Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva sofa or daybed.
Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak fram...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Chrome
Diplomat Leather Armchair or Desk Chair by Finn Juhl, Model 209, Denmark 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning model 209 armchair or desk chair in leather and mahogany designed by Finn Juhl and produced by France & Søn, in Denmark during the 1960s. The armchair is signed on the botto...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
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Fabric, Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 208 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH)
Dimensions: 81.9 x 31.5 x 33.5 x 16.9 in (W x D x H x SH)
This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ole Wanscher Model FD-109 Lounge Chair for France & Søn
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant lounge chair designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Søn in Denmark, circa 1950s. This rare vintage model FD-109 lounge chair maintains the ma...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Four Midcentury Side Chairs by Ditte and Adrian Heath for France and Son
By Ditte & Adrian Heath, France & Søn
Located in Houston, TX
Four midcentury cantilevered side chairs, or dining chairs, designed by female architect Ditte Heath along with her husband Adrian. In original wheat-color cotton-synthetic blend canvas, with olive green and navy stripes over oak cantilevered...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Canvas, Oak
Danish Modern Four Seat Teak "Senator" Sofa by Ole Wanscher for France and Son
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Uncommon four-seat sofa designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son as part of his 'Senator' line (ca. 1960s, Denmark).
Composed of a dense slat-back teak frame, designed with a partia...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa.. Early production,, aMAZING ORIGINAL condition,Two pieces.. extrem...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart
By John Stuart Inc., France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Scandinavian Modern teak rocker model 120 designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son and sold by John Stuart Co. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use & wear. The sprung cushions will need new padding & the original brown nubby fabric has no rips or holes but has faded and will need reupholstered, it has been priced accordingly. Has a couple of repairs where the screws were put all the way through leg assembly at some point in their lives. We have repaired & replaced hardware to match. One hole was plugged, and the plug is still slightly visible. It has been sanded, stained & a teak oil finish. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950s-1960’s.
Let’s Rock… Everybody, Let’s Rock! Everybody in the whole cell block… Oh ya, you’re singing it!! Nothing like a song from the late King of Rock to introduce this Awesome vintage Rocker!!! We have a wonderful Scandinavian Modern rocker Model 120 made by France & Son, for John Stuart Co & designed by Ole Wanscher!! It wears its original brown nubby fabric and as you would expect with age and wear, it has faded, there are no holes or rips, it just looks its fabulous age. Also, its wonderful sprung cushions will need some new padding. The springs are great, just the padding. With just a bit of TLC this vintage beauty will be your new favorite Scandinavian Modern piece!! It has a gorgeous teak frame and will look marvelous rocking in your living room, bedroom, or sitting room. Maybe you have a young child or a new baby? There’s no better place to cuddle your precious child and there are tons of location possibilities with this beauty! Get ready to sit back, relax, and rock!!
British businessmen Charles France and his Danish partner...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
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Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern Teak and Brown Leather Loungechair by Finn Juhl for France and Son
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Vienna, AT
This excellent and comfortable Scandinavian Modern lounge chair model number FD 136 was designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark 1960s.
It features a curved backrest and and s...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Senator Lounge Chair, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal and mode...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool
Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Pair of Senator Lounge Chairs, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool
'Japan Chair' by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Minneapolis, MN
The Japan chair by Finn Juhl, made by France & Dvorkesen. Upholstered in a soft black Tonus wool by Kvadrat. Old growth teak finished in oil, exposed brass hardware detailing.
P...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs, Models 191 & 192, by Finn Juhl
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son and imported by John Stuart, this handsome set of six dining chairs features generous seats that float within teak frames. They are upholstered...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Teak, Faux Leather
Model FD 138 Armchair, Finn Juhl, France & Søn, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model FD 138 armchair, designed by Finn Juhl, manufactured by France & Søn, 1960s. Restored oak frame. Newly reupholstered with quality Kvadrat -wool fabric. Good vintage condition, ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' Chair
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' chair in rosewood.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Peter Hvidt Daybed for France & Søn, Denmark 1960s
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Utrecht, NL
Crafted by Peter Hvidt for France & Søn, this daybed exemplifies the clean and functional elegance that characterised Scandinavian mid-century modernism. Peter Hvidt, one of Denmark’...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950s FD134 Danish Teak Boomerang Chair Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen - France & Søn
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in London, England
An original vintage model FD134 Danish "Boomerang" chair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen in 1954. Manufactured by France and Søn in solid teak and brass.
A comforta...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Brass
Senator Armchair by Ole Wanscher for France & Son
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Vintage armchair by Ole Wanscher for France and Son, Denmark, 60's
Teak armchair, “Senator” model with flat armrests.
Good condition.
It has the publisher’s label: France and Son,...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Teak
Pair of Fd 211 "Guvenør" Lounge Chairs in Oak
By Poul Cadovius, France & Søn
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Poul Cadovious
Manufacturer: France + Søn
Era: 1960s
Materials: Oak
Measurements: 33" wide x 31" deep x 28" tall
Condition: In excellent original c...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Oak
$11,400 / set
Dining Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s, Set of 4
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Set of 4 Scandinavian chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by France and Son in Denmark in the 1960s. They feature solid teak structu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Oversize Minerva Sofa by France & Son
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Highland, IN
Finely crafted by France & Søn, this rare, extra large version of the Minerva sofa or daybed has a frame of solid teak with steel fittings and comfortable spring cushions which have ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather
By France & Søn, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A rare complete set of 6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line Danish armchairs in dark burgundy leather with brushed steel frames and solid Walnut arms for France & Son.
Designed in the 1960s by the renowned Swedish designer Sigvard Bernedotte the H-line armchairs stand out as one of his rarest designs. Constructed of a steel frame with solid, contoured walnut arms, the chairs also feature a sprung seat and back that adds both comfort and support. And here, finished in a soft dark burgundy leather, they represent probably the finest example of these chairs currently available.
Little is known about the design of the chairs other than they were part of a small project that also included a range of modular sofas. The sofas and solo H-line modular system components had open sides rather than arm rests and combined with a coffee table and corner table to create a flexible seating system. It’s believed the system was created in the mid to late 60s at the changeover period in 1967 when Poul Cadovius acquired France & Son and changed the name to Cado.
Bernadotte had worked with France & Son on a number of chair designs since 1953 but these were all constructed in wood, which was France and Son’s (formerly France & Daverkosen) great strength. The move to using metal in the H-line coincided with Bernadotte’s own work with metal in other design projects; particularly at Georg Jensen and with Bang & Olufsen, and also with the launch of his own design company in 1964. Bernadotte Design AB helped a number of International and Scandinavian companies explore new materials, technologies, and aesthetic possibilities and it’s believed the H-line was a development in new materials and production techniques for France & Son. This change was later embraced by Cado who created a number of designs using a metal frame by, amongst others, Knudsen & Lind.
The quality, as always associated with both France & Son and Cado, shines through on these chairs. From the almost seamless welding of the joints on the square tubing to how all the bolts and screws are recessed to be flush with the frame; everything exhibits an impressive attention to detail. It’s therefore reassuring to note that the renovation of the chairs follows the same ideal. It looks like the frames have been meticulously cleaned, stripped, brushed and polished and the chairs beautifully reupholstered in high quality dark burgundy leather. These details combined with the contoured, waxed and polished solid Walnut arms creates a truly sophisticated and elegant set of chairs that would work well as dining chairs or even as a set of impressive board room chairs...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Steel
Set Six Teak Finn Juhl Chairs Model 197 Scandinavian
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Set of six dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl
Chairs are marked with the France & Son's metal medallion as well as gilt stamped.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, fabric, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s.
This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva' after ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Bwana Lounge Chair and ottoman by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Ranst, VAN
This stunning 'Bwana' lounge chair and ottoman is designed by Finn Juhl in 1962 for France & Son. Known for its sleek lines and elegant design, this chair is a perfect example of mid...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Grete Jalk Teak & Tweed Lounge Chair for France & Søn
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Rocking Chair Model 120 by Ole Wanscher for france & Son, Denmark, 1951
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rocking chair model 120 designed in 1951 by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, Denmark.
Solid teak wood structure with cushions with new foam and new bouclé fabric upholstery. Signed wit...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Thee-Seat Sofa, Teak Couch by Arne Vodder for France & Søn
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in München, Bavaria
Elegant Mid-Century sofa by Arne Vodder, model FD164, designed in the 1960s and crafted from solid teak – a refined example of Scandinavian craftsmanship combining functional clarity...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl "FD141" Teak Easy Chair, for France & Sons
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish "FD141" easy chair by Finn Juhl for France & Sons, circa 1950's. Sculpted teak frame with beautiful, smooth joinery. Iconic lounger features an elegant floating seat, the...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
$5,946 Sale Price
30% Off
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl, diplomat desk chair or armchair with frame in solid hardwood, seat and backrest upholstered, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son.
Measures: H. 82 cm, SH...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$1,700 / item
Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Model 209
Midcentury armchair designed by Finn Juhl in jaw dropping solid rosewood. We have seen this chair used as an office chair, side chair, or dining chair. Incredible comfor...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Sofa / Daybed, Denmark ca. 1960
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare sofa / daybed model FD 451 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark ca. 1950s. Teak frame, with woven cane details. Orange wool origi...
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1950s Danish Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool, Cane, Teak
Ditte & Adrian Heath cantilever Dining Chairs in Ash and Leather, France & Søn
By France & Søn, Ditte & Adrian Heath
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dining Room Chairs (Model 594) desinged by Ditte & Adrian Heath for France & Søn, Denmark 1970s. The chairs are made of solid Ash wood and are in good vintage condition with minor we...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Finn Juhl Pair Armchairs 196 Diplomat for France and Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Bochum, NRW
Pair of Armchairs Designed by Finn Juhl for France and Søn, 1960s
This is a superb pair of armchairs, model 196, in solid teak frames. They were designed by the famous Danish archite...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Teak Lounge Chairs for France & Son
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Danish Teak Lounge Chairs designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Son, imported for John Stuart Furniture. Model FD-130....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Boomerang Chairs France & Son 1960s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen ‚Boomerang‘ lounge chairs, designed in 1956 and produced in the early 1960s by France & Son in Denmark.
Boomerang shaped teak wood frame...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 8 Model 594 Dining Chairs by Ditte & Adrian Heath for France and Søn
By France & Søn, Ditte & Adrian Heath
Located in Hellouw, NL
Balanced between functionality and sculptural simplicity, this set of eight Model 594 dining chairs designed by Ditte & Adrian Heath for France & Søn in Denmark offers a refined inte...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Set of 6 “Model 193” Dining Chairs by Inger Klingenberg, Denmark 1960s
By France & Søn, Inger Klingenberg
Located in Utrecht, NL
This fantastic set of 6 teak dining chairs in the Danish Modern style was designed by Inger Klingenberg for France and Son. The chairs feature a striking sculptural design and solid teak construction.
The standout characteristic of these chairs are the curved backrests that are echoed by the unusual curved seats. The seats of the chairs are designed and mounted in such a way that they appear to be floating on the base. The rare shape of the seat was designed with the human body in mind, therefore the chairs are very ergonomic. The solid wood frame is refined and simple, letting the upholstered seat to stand out visually. The Danish furniture maker France & Son was one of the most famous furniture companies in Denmark, and collaborated with the leading Scandinavian designers of the time. This progressive, high-end set of the famous “Model 193...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl for France and Son, Diplomat Armchair, 1950s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Renens, CH
209 Diplomat Armchair by Finn Juhl in very exclusive tropical hardwood, these days a protected wood species. The wood has been refinished, and the seats re-upholstered in a green woo...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool
Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Fabric Cushions c1960s
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Pair of Senator Lounge Chairs, c1960s
The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Ottoman for France & Son, Denmark 1950
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Wilnis, UT
A fantastic ottoman by iconic designer Finn Juhl and manufactured by France & Son in Denmark in the 1950s.
This elegant stool is made of high quality teak wood in a warm brown color...
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1950s European Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Finn Juhl Japan Sofa by France & Son, All New Premium Upholstery
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Utrecht, NL
"Japan" series sofa by Finn Juhl, designed in 1957 made by France & Son Denmark.
The sublime simplicity of the "Japan" series is inspired by traditional Japanese construction techni...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wool, Linen
Pair of Teak Japan Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Son
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are beautiful, original Finn Juhl chairs from the early 1960's.
Originally designed in the 1950's, this pair retaln the France & Son metal badge and just to be sure they are also stamped on the frames which are made from solid Teak and are both in undamaged original condition.
They have been totally reupholstered in a, just, off white Boucle woolen material, and the fabric and foam ar both up to current fire safety...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Brass
Model 166 Senator Lounge Chair by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Ole Wanscher
Manufacturer: France + Søn
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 27″ wide x 28" deep 30.75″ tall, Seat: 16.5" tall
Condition: In good origi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Teak
"Minerva" Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Møllgaard, Denmark, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Minerva” sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Møllgaard, made up from two sections. Can be easily switched into a daybed by removing the back cushions. Made fro...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Teak
"Moduline" Chairs, Design by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn, 1960s
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in Wolfurt, AT
"Moduline" chairs designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn. The chairs have their original covering on a straight-lined wooden structure. They can be placed in a modular way....
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl, diplomat desk chair or armchair with frame in solid hardwood, seat and backrest upholstered, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son.
Measures: H. 82 cm, SH...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$1,700 / item
Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart, Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make your living room the envy of the neighborhood with this breathtaking teak & rattan sofa designed by legendary Scandinavian Modern duo Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Buil...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Finn Juhl Japan Lounge Chairs in Teak and Bouclé Fabric for France & Son
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
This pair of lounge chairs, ‘model 137’ designed in 1957 and manufacturerd by furniture manufacturers France & Son. The Japan serie takes inspiration from traditional Japanese building techniques. Defined by a visible, solid horizontal backrest, which sits elegantly upon the slightly tapered legs, the teak frame is a reference to a traditional Japanese temple door, with brass brackets and details. With an open, spacious seat, finished with Bouclé upholstery, the Minimalist design truly invites you to sit back and relax. A stunning addition to a contemporary living room, the Japan Lounge Chair...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
France & Søn seating for sale on 1stDibs.
France & Søn seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of France & Søn seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by France & Søn were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Illum Wikkelsø, Hans Olsen, and Arne Vodder. Prices for France & Søn seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $664 and can go as high as $19,495, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,250.
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