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France & Son Seating

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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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Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s
Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s

Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s

By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt

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 ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Chrome

Pair of danish Modern Chairs mod.197 in Teak by Finn Juhl for France & Søn
Pair of danish Modern Chairs mod.197 in Teak by Finn Juhl for France & Søn

Pair of danish Modern Chairs mod.197 in Teak by Finn Juhl for France & Søn

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of dining chairs, model 197 in solid teak and green buckle fabric by Finn Juhl for France & Son Denmark 1950s. freshly upholstered and restored the frames solid and sturdy a rar...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s

Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

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

Armchair by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Søn, Denmark, 1960s
Armchair by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Søn, Denmark, 1960s

Armchair by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Søn, Denmark, 1960s

By France & Søn, Sigvard Bernadotte

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Elegant Scandinavian armchair designed by Sigvard Bernadotte and produced by France & Søn in the 1960s. The frame is made of polished chromed steel, the armrests are in solid te...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Metal

Rare 1960's teak ottoman by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark
Rare 1960's teak ottoman by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark

Rare 1960's teak ottoman by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark

By France & Søn, Grete Jalk

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

Ditte & Adrian Heath cantilever Dining Chairs in Ash and Leather, France & Søn
Ditte & Adrian Heath cantilever Dining Chairs in Ash and Leather, France & Søn

Ditte & Adrian Heath cantilever Dining Chairs in Ash and Leather, France & Søn

By Ditte & Adrian Heath, France & Søn

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 ...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Leather, Ash

Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s

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

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Leather, Hardwood

Grete Jalk Teak & Tweed Lounge Chair for France & Søn
Grete Jalk Teak & Tweed Lounge Chair for France & Søn

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

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Upholstery, Foam, Teak

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

By France & Søn, Grete Jalk

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 80 wide x 32 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17.25 and arm height of 21.75 inches Grea...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Grete Jalk Model-128 Teak & Boucle Lounge Chair for France & Søn
Grete Jalk Model-128 Teak & Boucle Lounge Chair for France & Søn

Grete Jalk Model-128 Teak & Boucle Lounge Chair for France & Søn

By Grete Jalk, 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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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa, Senator Series, Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa, Senator Series, Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher

Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa, Senator Series, Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher

By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: approx. 125 × 75 × 80 cm (49.2 × 29.5 × 31.5 in) (Width × Height × Depth) Elegant Mid-Century modern two-seater sofa by Ole Wanscher, produced by France & Son (Cado) as ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Four Midcentury Side Chairs by Ditte and Adrian Heath for France and Son
Four Midcentury Side Chairs by Ditte and Adrian Heath for France and Son

Four Midcentury Side Chairs by Ditte and Adrian Heath for France and Son

By Ditte & Adrian Heath, France & Søn

Located in Chireno, 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

Finn Juhl Diplomat Armchairs Model 196, France and Søn, 1960s, Rare Find!
Finn Juhl Diplomat Armchairs Model 196, France and Søn, 1960s, Rare Find!

Finn Juhl Diplomat Armchairs Model 196, France and Søn, 1960s, Rare Find!

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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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Rocking Chair Model 120 by Ole Wanscher for france & Son, Denmark, 1951
Rocking Chair Model 120 by Ole Wanscher for france & Son, Denmark, 1951

Rocking Chair Model 120 by Ole Wanscher for france & Son, Denmark, 1951

By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn

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

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Fabric, Teak

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960

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

Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Fabric Cushions c1960s
Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Fabric Cushions c1960s

Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Lounge Chair with Fabric Cushions c1960s

By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher

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

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Wool, Rosewood

Ole Wanscher Model FD-109 Lounge Chair for France & Søn
Ole Wanscher Model FD-109 Lounge Chair for France & Søn

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 th...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Grete Jalk for France & Son Danish Teak Lounge Chair 1960s
Grete Jalk for France & Son Danish Teak Lounge Chair 1960s

Grete Jalk for France & Son Danish Teak Lounge Chair 1960s

By France & Søn, Grete Jalk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful and iconic Danish lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk for France and Son. Crafted in solid teak with the original makers badge still intact, this piece showcases the sculpt...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark

Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl, Cado

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Arms are removable. You can use as armless lounge as well. (See final pho...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Textile, Rosewood

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

By Grete Jalk, France & Søn

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: 73 x 75 x 77 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This beautiful lounge chair was designed by Grete Jalk for France and Son in the 1950s in Denmark. The elegant shape and the f...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s
Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s

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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Wool, Teak

Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s

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, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son. Measures: H. 82 cm, SH. 44 cm, B. 69 cm. Used but st...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Hardwood

Peter Hvidt Daybed for France & Søn, Denmark 1960s
Peter Hvidt Daybed for France & Søn, Denmark 1960s

Peter Hvidt Daybed for France & Søn, Denmark 1960s

By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt

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

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Thee-Seat Sofa, Teak Couch by Arne Vodder for France & Søn
Mid-Century Thee-Seat Sofa, Teak Couch by Arne Vodder for France & Søn

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

Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions

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

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Wool

Set Six Teak Finn Juhl Chairs Model 197 Scandinavian
Set Six Teak Finn Juhl Chairs Model 197 Scandinavian

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

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Fabric, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart
Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart

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

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa

By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt

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

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair, Ole Wanscher for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair, Ole Wanscher for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair, Ole Wanscher for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: 73 x 75 x 77 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This Mid Century lounge chair was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This model...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & Son
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & Son

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & Son

By France & Søn, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low, Danish lounge chair by husband-and-wife design team Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son. This example from 1958 has a teak frame around fixed cushions, upholstered i...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak, Upholstery

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn Living Room Set in Red Leather
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn Living Room Set in Red Leather

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn Living Room Set in Red Leather

By France & Søn, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, modular lounge set, Denmark, design 1962 Modern and beautiful colored modular lounge set designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torbe...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Leather, Teak

Danish Minerva Sofa in Mohair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s
Danish Minerva Sofa in Mohair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s

Danish Minerva Sofa in Mohair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s

By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard

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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Mohair, Teak

Danish Modern Four Seat Teak "Senator" Sofa by Ole Wanscher for France and Son
Danish Modern Four Seat Teak "Senator" Sofa by Ole Wanscher for France and Son

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

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Upholstery, Teak

"Moduline" Chairs, Design by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn, 1960s
"Moduline" Chairs, Design by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn, 1960s

"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

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Fabric, Wood

Bwana Lounge Chair and ottoman by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s
Bwana Lounge Chair and ottoman by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s

Bwana Lounge Chair and ottoman by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

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

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Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

By Grete Jalk, France & Søn

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: 73 x 75 x 77 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This exquisite lounge chair exemplifies the essence of Scandinavian design, created by Grete Jalk and crafted by France and Son ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s

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

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Leather, Hardwood

"Minerva" sofa by France & Søn
"Minerva" sofa by France & Søn

"Minerva" sofa by France & Søn

By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Brescia, IT

Danish 1960s sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn. Struttura in teak, giunzioni in acciaio, cuscini nuovi grigio ghiaccio sfoderabili. "Minerva" model design...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

1960s Arne Vodder 3-Seat Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark
1960s Arne Vodder 3-Seat Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark

1960s Arne Vodder 3-Seat Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark

By Arne Vodder, France & Søn

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly re-upholstered original springs pillows - The wooden parts have been refurbished.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Teak and Brown Leather Loungechair by Finn Juhl for France and Son
Danish Modern Teak and Brown Leather Loungechair by Finn Juhl for France and Son

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

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Leather, Teak

Original Arne Vodder Sofa Midcentury France & Søn Daverkosen Couch
Original Arne Vodder Sofa Midcentury France & Søn Daverkosen Couch

Original Arne Vodder Sofa Midcentury France & Søn Daverkosen Couch

By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder, France & Søn

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 3-Sitzer Sofa von France & Søn aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Arne Vodder, einem der renommiertesten Möbeldesigner des 20. ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed Sofa France & Søn
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed Sofa France & Søn

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed Sofa France & Søn

By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, France & Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Daybed vom dänischen Hersteller France & Søn / France & Daverkosen aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa wurde von Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-N...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Teak

6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather
6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather

6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather

By Sigvard Bernadotte, France & Søn

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

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Steel

Rare Armchair Mod. 147 Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn
Rare Armchair Mod. 147 Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn

Rare Armchair Mod. 147 Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, France & Søn

Located in Firenze, FI

The model 147 chair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & son, is one of the most graceful Danish Modern chairs. A combination of the very expressive f...

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1950s Danish Vintage France & Son Seating

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Rattan, Teak

Leather 'Moduline' Red Easy Chair Set with Table by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen, 1962
Leather 'Moduline' Red Easy Chair Set with Table by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen, 1962

Leather 'Moduline' Red Easy Chair Set with Table by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen, 1962

By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn

Located in Breda, Netherlands

Supercool set of red leather and rosewood Moduline easy chairs designed by Ole Gjerlov Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Son, Denmark 1962. The frame is made in rosewood, with remar...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Leather, Palisander, Rosewood

Dining Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s, Set of 4
Dining Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s, Set of 4

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

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Teak

Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood
Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood

Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

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

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Upholstery, Rosewood

1950s FD134 Danish Teak Boomerang Chair Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen - France & Søn
1950s FD134 Danish Teak Boomerang Chair Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen - France & Søn

1950s FD134 Danish Teak Boomerang Chair Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen - France & Søn

By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

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

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Brass

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Peter Hvidt for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Peter Hvidt for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Peter Hvidt for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: 62 x 76 x 76 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This exquisite lounge chair, model FD 130, exemplifies the essence of Scandinavian design, created by Peter Hvidt und Orla Mølga...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Finn Juhl Model 137 Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark 1950s
Finn Juhl Model 137 Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark 1950s

Finn Juhl Model 137 Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark 1950s

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

Located in Hellouw, NL

A beautifully resolved design by one of Denmark’s leading modernists, this Model 137 sofa by Finn Juhl was produced in the 1950s by France & Søn. It reflects Juhl’s sculptural approa...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Pair of Fd 211 "Guvenør" Lounge Chairs in Oak
Pair of Fd 211 "Guvenør" Lounge Chairs in Oak

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

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Oak

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

By Grete Jalk, France & Søn

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Grete Jalk for France and Son Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 75 wide x 30 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22 inches Good Vinta...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Divano “Minerva” con braccioli di France & Søn
Divano “Minerva” con braccioli di France & Søn

Divano “Minerva” con braccioli di France & Søn

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn, Peter Hvidt

Located in Brescia, IT

Divano con due braccioli di Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen per France & Søn, anni ’60. Struttura in teak, staffe in acciaio, marchio presente. Cuscini nuovi in microfibra grigio...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Peter Hvidt Solid Teak Sofa New Blue Wool Upholstery Original Springs Mint!
Peter Hvidt Solid Teak Sofa New Blue Wool Upholstery Original Springs Mint!

Peter Hvidt Solid Teak Sofa New Blue Wool Upholstery Original Springs Mint!

By France & Søn, John Stuart Inc.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Peter Hvidt solid teak sofa new blue wool upholstery original springs mint! Professionally reupholsted with original springs intact.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Seating

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Upholstery, Teak, Wool

Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son
Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son

Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son

By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt

Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares

Designed by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen (1907-1993) were Danish architects and furniture designers, true pioneers of Danish mid-century design and the founders ...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Steel

Pair of Ole Wanscher for France and Son "Senator" Chairs in Teak
Pair of Ole Wanscher for France and Son "Senator" Chairs in Teak

Pair of Ole Wanscher for France and Son "Senator" Chairs in Teak

By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Danish modern easy chairs (model 116) designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son. Composed of a dense slat-back frame, designed with a partially exposed back to better reveal ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Teak, Leather

Senator Armchair by Ole Wanscher for France & Son
Senator Armchair by Ole Wanscher for France & Son

Senator Armchair by Ole Wanscher for France & Son

By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn

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

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Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chair By Grete Jalk
Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chair By Grete Jalk

Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chair By Grete Jalk

By Grete Jalk, France & Søn

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scandinavian modern, lounge chair by Grete Jalk for France & Son features a teak frame with upholstered seat and back removeable cushions and cove...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Design Teak Armchair by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark, 1950s

By France & Søn, Grete Jalk

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions: 73 x 75 x 77 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This beautiful lounge chair was designed by Grete Jalk for France and Son in the 1950s in Denmark. The elegant shape and the f...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Boomerang Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen
Boomerang Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen

Boomerang Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen

By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

This is a very good original example of this classic chair, freshly upholstered in white boucle.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Seating

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Brass

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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