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France & Son Sofas

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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.

Find a collection of France & Søn furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: France & Søn
Danish Vintage Teak Sofa / Day Bed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in London, GB
A stunning, rare and very early Danish vintage teak sofa / day bed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. This was made in Denmark by France and Daverkosen, it dates from the earl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Bouclé, Teak

Pair of Vintage Danish Sofas by Grete Jalk for France and Son
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and absolutely stunning pair of vintage Danish sofas by Grete Jalk for France and Son. They were made in Denmark, and date from the 1960’s. They are of outstanding...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

1960s Sofa, Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic 3-seater-sofa from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for France & Son. High-quality solid teak frame. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered with ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Minerva Sofa, Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful Minerva sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen from the 1960s. Solid teak frame. The original spring core has been reupholstered and cover...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Finn Juhl for France & Søn ‘Japan’ Sofa in Teak and Cognac Leather
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 'Japan' sofa, model ‘137/3’, teak, brass, reupholstered in leather "Anilin H cognac by Hans Renke", Denmark, designed in 1957 In the 'Japan' series by Fi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Brass

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 Sofas

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Upholstery, Teak

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 Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

1960s Sofa, Ole Wanscher
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for France & Søn. High-quality solid teak frame and cushions with original leather cover in black. Quality Features: ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Teak

Teak Model 128 Sofa by Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak model 128 teak sofa by Grete Jalk for France & Son circa 1960's. Solid teak frame with sleek armrests, elegant tapered legs and ergonomically curved back. Recently reupholstered...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Teak

Gjerløv-Knudsen and Lind 'Moduline' All Black Leather Settee or Sofa
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, 'Moduline' sofa, oak, leather, Denmark, 1962 The present modern sofa is the Moduline model created by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and To...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Oak

1960s Sofa, Grete Jalk
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa by Grete Jalk for France & Søn. High-quality solid wood frame made of teak. The sofa has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality beige upholstery fabric. Qu...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Finn Juhl model Jupiter sofa brown leather France & Son Denmark 1965
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped 3-seat Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa is executed in chocolate brown leather supported by a solid rosewood fra...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

Danish Vintage Rosewood Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very rare Danish vintage sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen. This was made in Denmark by France and Son, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is outstandi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Bouclé, Wood

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind Two Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Teak
By France & Søn, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, two seater sofa, teak, leather, Denmark, 1962 Modern and beautiful constructed sofa based on a tight and simple design. The teak...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Teak

Sofa, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Son's, 1950s
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, manufactured by France & Son's, 1950s. Teak frame with rattan weaved arm rest sides. Reupholstered with quality Nevotex Wooly -...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Wool, Rattan, Teak

FINN JUHL (Denmark, 1912 - 1989) for FRANCE & SON. Jupiter sofa, model 218.
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in MADRID, ES
Jupiter sofa, model 218 in black leather and fruit wood. With label and serial number 6635134. It has wear on the leather and some tears. The design of this model was designed by Fin...
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1960s Danish Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Fruitwood

Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Danish modern so called Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa has a solid rosewood frame...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with light grey 100 % New Zealand Divina wool. Made of solid mahogany. Model Senator, made by France & Son.   
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Wool, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Grete Jalk Model-128 Teak Sofa for France & Son
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your space with this Danish Modern sofa designed by Grete Jalk for France & Søn, crafted in the 1960s. Made from premium teak wood, it features new tweed fabric upholstery an...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, FD 451 Daybed for France & Søn, circa 1960
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Mid-century Model FD 451 daybed with articulating armrests operated by two brass buttons on each side of the backrest. The daybed can be customized making it ideal for loungin...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern France & Son Sofas

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Teak & Cane Daybed Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
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 precis...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Cane, Wood, Teak

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind Moduline Sofa in Navy Green Leather
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, three-seat sofa, chromed steel, leather, Denmark, 1962 Modern and beautiful colored modular sofa, designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudse...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Steel

sofa "MINERVA" by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Nielsen in petrol bouclé
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian two-seater sofa "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak frame with newly upholstered petrol bouclé seat and back. This vintage piece of furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Sofas

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Bouclé, Teak

Danish Vintage Sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Son
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and absolutely stunning Danish vintage sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Son. It was made in Denmark, and dates from the 1960’s. This is of outstanding quality, th...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Vintage Sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Son
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and absolutely stunning Danish vintage sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Son. It was made in Denmark, and dates from the 1960’s. This is of outstanding quality, th...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

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 Sofas

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Brass

“Minerva” Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Son, Denmark 1950
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A wonderful sofa / daybed, model “Minerva”, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard and manufactured by France & Son in Denmark around 1950. Made of high quality teak wood in a beau...
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1950s Danish Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century 2-Seat Sofa, Minerva Series by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 125 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH) This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Daverkosen. The ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Steel, Chrome

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 Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard FD130 Teak sofa in Cognac Leather - Denmark, 1950's
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Amazing minimalistic solid Teak and Cognac leather sofa model FD130 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France and Søn – Denmark, circa 1960. The leather has a lot of patina a...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Teak

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 Sofas

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Fabric, Teak, Wool, Linen

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
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...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

8 Ft. Long Four Seat Sofa by Grete Jalk for France and Sons in Teak, c. 1960s
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in Deland, FL
Rare and exceptional is this sculptural sofa by Grete Jalk for France & Son. This four-seat sofa features contoured slats that create a spectacular line from the back and side angles...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Teak

Hvidt and Mølgaard-nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s. This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva'...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Peter Hvidt Solid Teak Sofa New Blue Wool Upholstery Original Springs Mint!
By John Stuart Inc., France & Søn
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 Sofas

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Upholstery, Teak, Wool

Danish 2-Seater Teak Sofa Model Minerva by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
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....
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Senator 3-Seat Sofa in Teak by Ole Wanscher for France and Son, Denmark
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Halle, DE
Scandinavian senator 3-seat sofa in teakwood, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark. Cushions have been reupholstered with fabrics by JAB Anstötz. Man...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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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...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Teak

Mid-Century 3 Seat Sofa by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany, 1950s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 85-102 x 190 x 74 41 cm (Depth x Width x Height / Seat height) This unique mid-century design sofa/daybed was designed by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany in the 1960...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

Senator Sofa in Teak by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This three-seater 'Senator 166' sofa, designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Søn in the 1960s, is a paragon of Scandinavian mid-century design. The piece showcases the clean lines, qu...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Finn Juhl Japan Sofa Model 137 in Teak for France & Son, Denmark 1950s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing Finn Juhl sofa Model 137 in teak for France & Son, Denmark 1950s. This three-seater 'Japan' sofa has the elegance and round shapes that are so recognizable for Finn Juhl and ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Modern Grete Jalk Danish Sofa, France and Son Freshly Reupholstered
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
First edition for this sofa designed by Grete Jalk for France and Son. Scandinavian sofa Freshly reupholstered. Perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern France & Son Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Moduline Rosewood Sofa Love Seat
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen, France & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The iconic moduline sofa designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Son, Denmark, 1960. This sofa has a solid rosewood frame and flawless wool covered seats.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Wool, Rosewood

France & Son Moduline Brown Leather Chairs by Gjerlov-Knudsen ~ a Pair
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in New York, NY
A pair of vintage Moduline collection armchairs designed by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Son. Denmark, circa 1960. Signed with France & Son metal tag and marked...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Leather, Wood

1960s Sofa, France & Son, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1960s by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for F&S. High-quality frame in teak wood. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered with a high-q...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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Teak

Danish Teak 4 Seater Sofa Model 118-4 Grete Jalk France & Son & Daverkosen Retro
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn, France & Daverkosen
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Mid Century Danish Teak 4 Seater Sofa Mode 118 by Grete Jalk for France & Son or France & Daverkosen Made in Denmark, in the late 1950s to earl...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage France & Son Sofas

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France & Søn sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

France & Søn sofas 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 sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by France & Søn were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Peter Hvidt, Arne Vodder, and Grete Jalk. Prices for France & Søn sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,695 and can go as high as $12,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,873.
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