Peter Hvidt Desks

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen drop front solid teak desk opens to drawers with beautiful dovetail joinery. The piece has three small drawers below and two larger drawers. Perfect desk for small space like a New York apartment. It can serve many functions such as a desk and dresser. Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen were Danish designers known for their elegant and functional furniture pieces. One of their notable creations is the Secretary Desk, which embodies the mid-century modern aesthetic characterized by clean lines, organic shapes, and a focus on functionality. The Secretary Desk features a sleek, minimalist design with a fold-down writing surface that serves as a desk when open and conceals storage compartments when closed. This dual functionality allows it to serve as both a workspace and a storage unit, making it ideal for small spaces or multipurpose rooms...

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen's secretary desk in richly aged teak for Søborg DK. Remarkable vintage condition. Imported to the US by John Stuart. Both Hvidt and Mølgaard-Niel...

Beautiful rosewood Danish modern desk by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Soborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark, circa 1960s features a total of 8 drawers (two pull-out trays in addition) and adjustable shelving in the back. Desk is finished on both sides and sits on metal legs with rosewood detailing near the feet of the metal legs. Desk has age-appropriate wear, but is in great overall condition. Measurements: 63”w x 29"h x 31.50" depth "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...

Mid-Century Modern Danish teak drop front desk. Peter Hvidt & Molgaard-Nielson John Stuart. Dovetailed case. Original finish. 37" tall x 35.5" wid...

Peter Hvidt for John Stuart solid teak drop front desk or vanity with three storage drawers. Model number 307C in the John Stuart, 1957 catalogue ...

Designer: Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Manufacturer: Søborg Møbelfabrik. Period/Style: Danish Modern. Country: Denmark. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 37″ H x 35.5″ W x 19″ ...

Gorgeous secretary with cubbyhole top with adjustable shelves and drop front desk. Five drawers underneath 25 inch high writing surface and two slide out drawers behind drop front. H...