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Peter Hvidt Furniture

Danish, 1916-1986

One half of the influential Danish furniture duo Hvidt and Mølgaard, architect and designer Peter Hvidt created shapely works in teak and rosewood that could be mass-produced and transported at a scale rarely seen before his time. Alongside his business partner, Aalborg-born designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, the pair crafted furniture which stands today as a masterclass in the combination of elegance and practicality that is typical of Scandinavian modernism.

Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry, and graduated from the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Hvidt established his own design firm in 1940 and taught for three years at his former school, during which he designed the teak Portex chair — Denmark’s first stacking chair (this design has alternatively been attributed to Hvidt’s partnership with Mølgaard-Nielsen over the years).

The exceptional collaboration between Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen took shape in 1944. A student of pioneering Danish modernist designer and architect Kaare Klint and fellow graduate of the School of Arts and Crafts, Mølgaard brought his technical prowess and eye for practical design to the partnership. Together, for more than three decades, Hvidt and Mølgaard would produce over 250 furniture designs, a legacy that included the iconic AX chair.

A masterpiece of technical expertise and innovative woodworking, the sculptural AX armchair was designed in collaboration with manufacturer Fritz Hansen during the late 1940s. It features double-curved laminated wood in the seat and back, and is an early example of knock-down furniture. This meant that it could be easily dismantled and assembled at its destination, which rendered the chair economical for transport on cargo ships and therefore could reach a worldwide audience. The AX went into production in 1950 and eventually gave way to a series that featured tables and other seating.

Hvidt’s proclivity for forward-looking design was typical of the venturesome furniture makers of the mid-century modern era. This extended to textures and materials, too — he believed that a tasteful combination of materials could add character and visual intrigue. With Mølgaard-Nielsen, Hvidt designed streamlined coffee tables, rosewood chairs upholstered with sumptuous black leather and teak side tables with cane shelves (teak was a sought-after material for designers at the time).

The duo’s work with celebrated manufacturers Fritz Hansen, France & Søn and Søborg Møbelfabrik has been a part of exhibitions at New York’s Museum of Modern Art, Copenhagen’s Design Museum and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Peter Hvidt seating, tables and case pieces.

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Recognized Seller Listings
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Desk Model '310' in Solid Teak
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, desk model 310, solid teak, Denmark, 1950s. Stunning desk designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. It truly holds the quintessential...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen Lounge Chair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, Gustav Bertelsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen, armchair, teak, niger leather, brass, Denmark, designed in 1948 and manufactured in the late 1940s Early designed lounge ch...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Brass

Hvidt & Mølgaard Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Cabinet in Teak
By Peter Hvidt, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, cabinet, teak, Denmark, 1950s. This cabinet executed in solid teak is a design by the Danish designers Peter Hvidt and Or...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
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 Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Cane, Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Danish 'Minerva' Paddle Arm Teak Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century (1960s) 'Minerva' teak sofa with an open framed teak wood back, teak paddle arms anchored to the base frame with chrome bars, and an off-white fabric seat cushion....
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Easy Chair Model X-Chair / FH-6135
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
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 Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Canvas, Mahogany

Peter Hvidt for Søborg Møbler Danish Midcentury Teak Cabinet with Small Tambour
By Søborg Møbler 1, Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Danish teak cabinet with 4 pullout drawers, sculpted pulls and sliding tambour door revealing a two-shelf compartment. (Peter Hvidt FOR Søborg...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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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 Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Cane, Teak

Peter Hvidt Danish Wooden Frame Caned Gold Patterned Upholstered Sleeper Settee
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century expandable sleeper settee with a teak wood frame with caned sides, a solid seat cushion and two wedge-shaped removable back cushions in light and dark gold pattern...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak, Wood

Peter Hvidt Danish Drop Leaf Rectangular Teak End / Side Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century rectangular teak end/side table with two drop leaves, supported by a four legged frame with a bottom stretcher shelf. (PETER HVIDT).  
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Wood, Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Easy Chairs Model 146 by France & Son
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 146 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Teak, Cane

Peter Hvidt Danish Gate Leg Drop Leaf Console / Dining Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century wooden console / dining table with a rectangular console profile when closed, with two demilune drop leaves supported by four gate legs to create a circular dining...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Wood

Pair of Peter Hvidt Danish Mid-Century Drop Leaf Teak End / Side Tables
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Danish Mid-Century rectangular teak end/side tables with two drop leaves, supported by a four legged frame with a bottom stretcher shelf. (PETER HVIDT)(Similar tables: DUF038...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Wood, Teak

Peter Hvidt Danish Mid-Century Drop Leaf Square Teak End / Side Tables
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century square teak end/side table with two drop leaves, supported by a four legged frame with a bottom stretcher shelf. (PETER HVIDT)(Similar tables: DUF0381, DUF0382)
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Wood, Teak

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...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Library Table Produced by Fritz Hansen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare library table designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Beech, Teak

Desk Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nelson for Söfborg Möbelfabrik
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nielsen for Söfborg Möbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s. Teak. This desk designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen is a staple design...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Coffee Table Produced by France & Daverkosen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Coffee table model FD-516 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Brass

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Armchair "Model 1748" for Fritz Hansen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
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 t...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

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 Peter Hvidt Furniture

Materials

Steel

Teak Dining Table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Møllgaard for France & Son, Denmark
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning, sculptural teak drop-leaf dining table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Møllgaard. Beautiful oval shape and legs in the shape of five joined, sculpted rectangles. Beautiful teak woo...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Teak

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 Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Cane, Rosewood, 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 ‘X’ lounge chair, model '6103', canvas, mahogany, burlwood, metal, Denmark, 1958. Crafted in 1958, the prese...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Metal

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Coffee Table 6743 / X-Table by Fritz Hansen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare coffee table model 6743 / X-table designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Brass

Peter Hvidt Coffee Table Model Silverline by France & Søn in Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare coffee table model Silverline designed by Peter Hvidt. Produced by France & Søn in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Aluminum

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Teak Side Table for France & Daverkosen
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Montreal, QC
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen teak two-tier side table for France & Daverkosen
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Coffee Table Model FD 15/54 in Teak
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare drop-leaf coffee table model FD 15/54 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Brass

Peter Hvidt Side / Tray Table Model No 1775 by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / tray table model no 1775 designed by Peter Hvidt. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Footrests
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of teak footrests with original black butt leather. Designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen 1959 and made by cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark. Well made...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Furniture

Soaped Oak Shelving System by Peter Hvidt for Søborg Møbler
By Peter Hvidt
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tall bookcase shown in oak with a soaped finish. Exposed finger joints and adjustable shelves. Comprised of two stackable tops on a base with 4 feet. Designed by Peter Hvidt produc...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Peter Hvidt Furniture

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Oak

Peter Hvidt furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Peter Hvidt furniture 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 Peter Hvidt furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Peter Hvidt 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 furniture by Illum Wikkelsø, Grete Jalk, and Johannes Andersen. Prices for Peter Hvidt furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $664 and can go as high as $18,868, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,649.

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