Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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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Creator: Peter Hvidt
Peter Hvidt Model FD-146 Teak & Cane Lounge Chair by France & Daverkosen
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark circa 1950’s. This spectacular pair of model FD-146 chairs feature a teak woo...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Cane, Wood, Teak
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 frame wit...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Foam, Beech
Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen FD-130 Teak Chair and Ottoman in Cowhide
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, the company was a ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Cowhide, Teak
Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Boomerang Chairs France & Son 1960s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen, France & Søn
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen ‚Boomerang‘ lounge chairs, designed in 1956 and produced in the early 1960s by France & Son in Denmark.
Boomerang shaped teak wood frame...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Lounge Chairs for France & Søn
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of stunning Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen lounge chairs designed for France & Søn in Denmark circa 1950s. This design uses quality teak wood and a few studio Craft techniq...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Wood, Teak
FD144 Easy Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful set of two FD144 armchairs in designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in 1953. The frame of the armchairs is in oak and teak with the orig...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Oak, Teak
Ax Arm Chair by Peter Hvidt for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Dronten, NL
Armchair designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard–Nielsen and produced in 1963 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. The chair is press shaped in laminated beechwood, the seat is upholstered w...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Birch, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for France & Daverhosen Beech High Back Lounge Chair
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard for France & Daverhosen Beech & Teak Lounge Chair. Featuring an assembled framework, comfortable spindle high back, curved bentwood solid Beech arms w...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Teak, Beech
Ax Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Neilsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen in 1947, the Ax Chair has a gently curved bent beechwood frame with armrests that offers a supremely comfortable se...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Beech, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Olga Molgaard Neilson
By John Stuart Inc., Peter Hvidt
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern sculptural Scandinavian designed chairs by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Neilson for John Stuart Inc...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Boomerang Chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern “Boomerang” lounge chair designed by Peter Hvid and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s. This chair has been identified as m...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen 'X' Chair in Cognac Brown Canvas
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Metal
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Classic Danish 1950s Lounge Chair in Leather
By Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming and very elegant Classic Danish lounge chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard for Fritz Hansen. Simple yet very refined design lines and very comfortable to sit in even for ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Beech
Danish 1950s Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Boomerang Chair, France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Designed by Architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen in 1954 the Boomerang chair is one of the most elegant chair designs of the Mid Century period.
Often looking more Italian...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
Danish 1950s Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Boomerang Chair, France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Designed by Architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen in 1954 the Boomerang chair is one of the most elegant chair designs of the Mid Century period.
Often looking more Italian...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
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 Lounge Chairs
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Canvas, Mahogany
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Steel
Tall Danish Lounge Chairs by Peter Hvidt
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Enjoy modern comfort in a timeless piece with Tall Danish Lounge Chairs by Peter Hvidt. Newly reupholstered in grey flannel, these chairs feature an exquisitely sculpted teak frame, ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair Model FD-135
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Arm Chair
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen are the Danish duo that designed this easy chair.
The chair is called the Boomerang chair....
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Brass
Set of Two '2' Lounge Chairs by Peter Hvidt for Soborg Møbler, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Deland, FL
As comfortable as they are aesthetically captivating this ultra-rare set of lounge chairs by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for Soborg Mobelfabrik are the epitome of functional art. With expertly sculpted arms cut out of of solid teak with exceptional old-growth wood grains these chairs are absolutely mesmerizing. Featuring new knit...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Beech
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Foam, Laminate, Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen "Ax" Cowhide Lounge Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Cowhide, Beech, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Classic Danish Tufted Leather Lounge Chair
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming and very elegant Classic Danish lounge chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Simple yet very refined design lines and very comfortable to sit in even for a tall pe...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Beech
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen MCM Teak and Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Countryside, 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 Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Upholstery, Rattan, Teak
Pair of Danish Peter Hvidt Tall Lounge Chairs in Grey Flannel
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning pair of Danish midcentury Peter Hvidt tall lounge chairs newly re-upholstered in grey flannel.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Teak
Ax Lounge Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orly Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1947
By Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ax lounge chair by Peter Hvidt & Orly Mølgaard-Nielsen
MFG: Fritz Hansen c. 1954 Denmark
Materials: Laminated beech, leather & teak. Character en...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Beech, Teak, Bentwood
1940s Danish Birds of Paradise Chair by Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Josef Frank
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....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Beech, Fabric
Danish Jens Quistgaard Style Peter Hvidt High Back Lounge Chair
By Peter Hvidt, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful Mid-Century Modern lounge chair features a high backrest and a thick padded seat. Sleek Danish design with a sculpted oak frame and tapered legs. This rare Jens Quistg...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Hvidt Lounge Chairs
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Metal
Peter Hvidt lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Peter Hvidt lounge chairs 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 lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Peter Hvidt were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by France & Daverkosen, Grete Jalk, and A.P. Stolen. Prices for Peter Hvidt lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $664 and can go as high as $24,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,400.
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