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Creator: Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
FD 451 Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen bouclé fabric, 1956
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in LYON, FR
Danish FD 451 Daybed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France and Søn in 1956.
Restored in 2023 by a professional partner specializing in 20th-century furniture. The mattres...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak, Rattan
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Minerva' Daybed for France & Son
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 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 Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
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Metal
Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Lounge Chair in Velvet Fabric 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in London, England
Orla Molgaard-Nielsen - Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen Denmark, c1940s
A fine, classical armchair designed by architect Orla Molgaard-Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen Eft. in All...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Velvet
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 Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen "Ax" Cowhide Lounge Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by two of the most iconic and critically acclaimed Danish designers, the Ax chair was brought to life by Peter Hvidt in partnership with Orla Molgaard Nielsen for production...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Beech, Teak
Danish Design Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Teak, 1950
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Extremely rare & stunning! This fully original ''Minerva seating group'' by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen 1950.
The design & luxurious feeling of this set are just superb. The combination of teak, rattan, wool & chrome are breathtaking.
It looks stunning from any angle with the minimalist teak & chrome backrests so you can place it in the center of your room.
The set has its original finish & original padded wool upholstery in grey/green. which remains in amazing condition!
The FD516 coffee table...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
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Chrome
Danish Teak "Minerva" Sectional Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Danish teak “Minerva” sectional sofa/daybed designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s. This set has an avant-garde desi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Chrome
Expertly Restored - Peter Hvidt Model-317 Teak & Rush Chord Desk Arm Chair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturer: Søborg Møbelfabrik
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take thi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Soborg Model 316 MCM Teak Dining Chairs - 6
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Soborg Model 316 Mid Century Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 19 wide x 18 deep x 30.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak & Beech by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1951
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Beech by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1951
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and beech
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Rare pair of ea...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak, Beech
FD 130 Armchair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1960
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair model FD 130 designed in 1960 by danish designers Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. Early edition in hardwood with new upholstery in Kvad...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
1950s FD134 Danish Teak Boomerang Chair Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen - France & Søn
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt
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 Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Minimalist Teak Sofa Couch by Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree teak sofa from France & Daverkosen or France & Søn after a design by Orla Mølgaard Nielsen.
A minimalist design. Distinctive in this design are the large-scale upholstery. ...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
1950s Danish 3-Seater Minerva Sofa in Teal by Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A beautiful 1950s three-seater "Minerva" sofa by Danish designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son.
In excellent reupholstered condition, the teal hopsack comp...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak
$6,013 Sale Price
25% Off
Expertly Restored -Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Model FD-146 Lounge Chair
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge Chair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark circa 1950’s. This stunning Model FD-146 features a walnut-stained beechwood f...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Foam, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Danish Pair of Armchairs in Teck Model 317
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish pair of armchairs in teck model 317 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen. Original cord seat.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Sofa Model Minerva by France & Daverkosen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Minerva designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark. Seating group with 3 seater, 2 seater and side table...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Peter Hvidt Teak Minerva Daybed
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1950s. A Minerva Daybed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son. Features a minimalist solid teak base with bullnose profile supported by turned conical ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen "Ax" Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking chair designed by architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen in collaboration with the famous artisan company Fritz Hansen in Denmark circa 1960s. Our chair uses quali...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Laminate, Wood
Fine Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price
A super collectable designer daybed sofa by one of the Danish greats! I'll include all the information below about the designer and so on
Condition wise, everything is original, this sofa has the period cushions, frame and supports, it is a rare survivor, there are no side arms, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order
Dimensions -
Height:- 83cm
Width:- 191.5cm
Depth:- 76cm
Seat height:- 45cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask
Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport.
Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School (graduating in 1924) and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954).
Danish architect-designer Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. From 1942 to 1945, Hvidt taught at the School of Arts and Crafts. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair, which was one of Denmark’s first stacking chairs.
Hvidt, whose design aesthetic was characterized as traditional throughout the 1940s, exhibited frequently at the Cabinetmaker's Guild exhibitions, as both a designer and architect. He also worked with the lighting manufacturer Le Klint on numerous lighting designs.
In 1944, the pair co-established Hvidt & Mølgaard Studio, which they ran together until 1975. During this time, the pair created designs for Fritz Hansen, France & Søn, and Søborg Møbelfabrik. In 1950, the pair designed the AX Chair, which solidified both of their careers as industrial designers and became an icon of Danish mid-century design.
AX was inspired by the work of American design duo Charles and Ray Eames, and was the first Danish chair that was crafted with both a seat and back made of curved laminated wood. The chair utilized a laminated technique for production which was carried out by Fritz Hansen. The chair’s design allowed for mass production and easy packaging, opening a successful market for Danish furniture to be exported around the world. The AX Chair was eventually accompanied by the AX Table...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$6,146 Sale Price
20% Off
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Sofa Model Minerva by France & Daverkosen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Minerva designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Steel
20th Century Danish Hansen Side Armchair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Danish wooden side armchair, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard - Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. The chair is formed with laminated Beechwood...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak, Plywood, Mahogany, Beech
Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart
By Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
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 Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Brass
Sofa Model FD 130/3 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1960
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Three seater sofa model FD 130/3 designed in 1960 by danish designers Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. Early edition in hardwood with new upholst...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Boomerang chair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France & Søn
By France & Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Boomerang Lounge Chair model FD 134 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
Manufactured by France & Daverkosen, this model FD134 becomes popular a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Brass
Model AX 6060 Club Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
This iconic chair is the AX 6060 model created by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Fritz Hansen in the 1950's. The model features soft curved lines and beautifully crafted det...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Easy Chair Model X-Chair / FH-6135
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model X-chair / FH-6135 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Canvas, Mahogany
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair Model FD-135
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish modern “Boomerang” lounge chair designed by Peter Hvid and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s.
This is made of solid teak and the chair get...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Brass
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 and son, is one of the most graceful Danish Modern chairs. A combination of the very expressive fluid l...
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1950s Danish Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
“Ax” chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard, manufactured by Fritz Hasen, 1970´s
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of original “Ax” lounge chairs, designed by Danish modern masters Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. These iconic pieces feature the distinctive X-s...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Beech
‘Portex’ settee by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen in Teak & Beech
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
a very rare and curvy settee in laminated teak and beechwood, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen in the 1940's. sold originally by Polexim Copenhagen.
Professional...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen MCM Teak and Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Mid Century Teak and Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 25.5 wide x 31 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Teak
Pair of "Ax-chair" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very good condition. Produced by Fritz Hansen, 1950s.
An example of this chair can be found at the Museum of Design in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Armchair "Model 1748" for Fritz Hansen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen’s design language operates as a set of relations linking the everyday world - composed of objects, spaces, people - to the cultural ideologies that motivate the persistence of a social democratically infused “way of life.” The design duo’s company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design thanks to this sentiment.
While the duo solidified their careers with industrial production, more specifically the “AX chair” in the 1950s, this earlier model is perhaps even more stunning in many aspects. “Model 1748” is their most well-known fully upholstered chair, with a design that builds on the traditions of Danish cabinetmaking. The subtle decorative qualities and the simple lines deriving from the early 20th century design movements give this chair its elegance. This armchair shows the homely curviness that defined the design of the mid-century throughout Scandinavia. The back is lightly bent for ergonomic comfort, and have stylish button tufting. The tapered, stained beech legs complement both the shape of the armchair, and the bouclé upholstery.
Quality craftsmanship was of optimum importance for Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen, therefore they collaborated with the best cabinetmakers of the era. This chair was manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark’s most famous company of the time. Founded in Denmark in 1872, and proceeded to manufacture many of the classic icons of Danish Design in the following decades. With a classic look, storied design and solid quality, these chairs are truly soulful and timeless.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
27.55 in W x 31.88 in D x 33.07 in H; Seat height 16.53 in
70 cm W x 81 cm D x 84 cm H; Seat height 42 cm
About the designer:
Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport.
Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954). Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942.
In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen "FD144" Easy Chair, Denmark, 1953
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Utrecht, NL
This is a beautiful Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen designed model “FD 144” easy chair, made in Denmark in 1953. It was produced by France & Daverkosen Denmark.
This solid oak FD-144 Easy Chair by the designer duo, has distinctive, wide and imposing bent armrests. The darker teak wood on the armrests and legs emphasises the elegant lines of this chair. The back is supported with a series of slender spindles that stand out as the main design element of this model.
The chair comes with two loose cushions that have been recently reupholstered in a premium bouclé fabric. Both cushions feature button tufting, giving a classic look. This chair is a Danish mid-century piece to its core, uniting functionality with and understated, yet interesting and elegant design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Re-upholstered in premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
25.4 in W x 28.55 in D x 33.08 in H; seat height 16.93 in
64.5 cm W x 72.5 cm D x 84 cm H; seat height 43 cm
About the designer:
Hvidt & Mølgaard were the founders of the Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport.
Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum. From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Kaare Klint. Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Armchairs Model 350 by Søborg Møbler
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of armchairs model 350 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by Søborg Møbler in Denmark.
Price listed is / item.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Scandinavian 2-Seat Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian two-seat sofa Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak structure with black leatherette upholstered seat and cushions. This vintage sofa can be tran...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Nielsen Portex Easy Chairs, 1944
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic pair of easy chairs designed by Peter Hvidt (Designer) and Orla Molgaar Nielsen (Architect and Designer) for Portex, Denmark 1944. This chair was originally designed as stacking armchair for dining...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Armchair in Teak & Oak by Pater Hvidt Mid Century Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in London, GB
Danish armchair designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Daverkosen, model FD 145, dating from the 1950s. This is a beautifully balanced piece, showcasing the d...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
1940s Danish Birds of Paradise Chair by Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen
By Josef Frank, Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A 1940s Danish lounge chair by Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Fritz Hansen.
This elegant vintage lounge chair has been newly reupholstered in stunning Arbre Chinois fabric by Schumacher....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Beech, Fabric
$3,507 Sale Price
25% Off
Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen Molgaard 317 Chair
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen Molgaard 317 Chair Manufactured by Søborg Møbelfabrik.
Chair is in good vintage condition with a beautiful patina throughout. Papercord seat is nic...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak, Paper
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 19
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Hellouw, NL
Stunning ‘minerva’ sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn from the 1960s. Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen have played a significant role in the internatio...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price
A super collectable designer daybed sofa by one of the Danish greats! I'll include all the information below about the designer and so on
Condition wise, everything is original, this sofa has the period cushions, frame and supports, it is a rare survivor, there are no side arm cushions, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order
Sofa dimensions -
Height:- 83cm
Width:- 129cm
Depth:- 79cm
Seat height:- 44cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask
Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport.
Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School (graduating in 1924) and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954).
Danish architect-designer Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. From 1942 to 1945, Hvidt taught at the School of Arts and Crafts. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair, which was one of Denmark’s first stacking chairs.
Hvidt, whose design aesthetic was characterized as traditional throughout the 1940s, exhibited frequently at the Cabinetmaker's Guild exhibitions, as both a designer and architect. He also worked with the lighting manufacturer Le Klint on numerous lighting designs.
In 1944, the pair co-established Hvidt & Mølgaard Studio, which they ran together until 1975. During this time, the pair created designs for Fritz Hansen, France & Søn, and Søborg Møbelfabrik. In 1950, the pair designed the AX Chair, which solidified both of their careers as industrial designers and became an icon of Danish mid-century design.
AX was inspired by the work of American design duo Charles and Ray Eames, and was the first Danish chair that was crafted with both a seat and back made of curved laminated wood. The chair utilized a laminated technique for production which was carried out by Fritz Hansen. The chair’s design allowed for mass production and easy packaging, opening a successful market for Danish furniture to be exported around the world. The AX Chair was eventually accompanied by the AX Table...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$6,253 Sale Price
20% Off
C. 1958 Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Soborg Dining Arm Chair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, Soborg Furniture Factory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Dining Arm Chair that was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Soborg. This particular examples dates to 1958. The chair features a solid teak frame with g...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak, Cane
Rare Teak Footstools by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Beautiful Danish pair of solid teak footstools. Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Ludvig Pontoppidan. Produced late 1950s or early 1960s. Cover in black imitation leather. seldom been in use! Setprice.
Note: the last photo shows how it works.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair Model FD-135
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish modern “Boomerang” lounge chair designed by Peter Hvid and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s.
This is made of solid teak and gets its name...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Brass
Loveseat in oak and teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, Denmark.
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in København K, DK
Love seat or 2 seat sofa in teak and oak with original spring cushions. Designed and produced by Hvidt and Mølgaard and France and Daverkosen, Denmark 1950.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Chair " 316 "by Peter Hvidt & Mölgaard Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Chair model " 316 " in teak wood with base in cord.
Designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s.
Designer - Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard...
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1950s Danish Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Wood
6 Chairs by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 6 chairs by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen edited by Soborg Mobelfabrik in the sixties
model 316
Structure in teak, seat in braided straw
Nice patina, original model
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Straw, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen 'X' Chair in Cognac Brown Canvas
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hanse, ‘X’ lounge chair, canvas, mahogany, burlwood, metal, Denmark, 1959.
Conceived in 1959, the ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Folding stool by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Denmark 1959
By Ludvig Pontoppidan, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare folding stool designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark 1959. This chair is made out of solid oak and still has the original black leather ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
$1,409 Sale Price
20% Off
Orla Mølgaard-nielsen seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 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 Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 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 France & Daverkosen, Kurt Østervig, and Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen. Prices for Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $825 and can go as high as $24,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,928.
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