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.
Peter Hvidt Round Extendable Solid Teak Dining Table, Made in Denmark, 1959
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Peter Hvidt extandable dining table created in 1959 by Soborg Mobler. Featuring a beautiful solid teak wood construction, and a solid teak floating top with clean lines, organic shap...
Teak
Peter Hvidt/Orla Molgaard Rosewood Gate Leg Drop Leaf Console / Dining Table
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Buffalo, NY
This drop leaf dining table/ console made of solid rosewood designed by Hvidt and Molgaard has everything you want in a vintage piece: clever design, solid wood, craftsmanship and ag...
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Drop Leaf Console Table by Peter Hvidt, 1950s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Queens, 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...
Wood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Dining Table Model 311 for Soborg, 1956
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Here is the complete final version with that small change made. A particularly elegant Model 311 dining table, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen in 1956 and produced...
Teak
Mid-Century 20-59 Dining Table by Peter Hvidt for France & Son, 1960s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century 20-59 Dining Table by Peter Hvidt for France & Son, 1960s
Wood
Teak Dining Table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Møllgaard for France & Son, Denmark
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
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...
Teak
1960s Danish Gate Leg 20/59 Dining Table In Teak By Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A superb 1960s model 20-59 dining table by Peter Hvidt for Danish makers France & Son. Dimensions: Length: 163 cm Width (fully extended): 143 cm, Width (1 leaf extended): 94 cm...
Brass
1950s Extendable Teak Dining Table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Soborg Mobler, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Victoria, BC
Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen in 1956 and produced by Søborg Møbler in Denmark, the Model 311 extendable dining table is a refined example of postwar Danish Moder...
Teak
1960s Peter Hvidt Drop-Leaf Teak Dining Table for France & Son, Denmark.
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Victoria, BC
Designed by Peter Hvidt and produced by France & Son in Denmark during the 1960s, this teak drop-leaf dining table combines an adaptable dining surface with an unusually sculptural f...
Teak
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Dining Table in Teak with Two Leaves
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Draw Leaf Dining Table, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla M√∏lgaard for John Stuart in the 1960s. The table was produced in Denmark. The joinery is made of brass, and the bo...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Dining Room Table in Walnut by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A clean line dining table by Arthur Umanoff circa 1960's. It features beautiful walnut wood construction. It comes with one 18 inch leaves not...
Walnut
English made solid oak extending dining table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
English made solid oak extending dining table. Good quality solid oak dining table with extending leaf. Easy pull out mechanism which can be operated comfortably by 1 person, exten...
Oak
$1,891
H 19.69 in W 59.85 in D 20.08 in
Danish Mid Century Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen FD-516 Coffee Table
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, the FD-516 coffee table was manufactured by France & Søn in Denmark. Constructed from Teak, the coffee table has a large rectangul...
Teak, Rattan
Mid Century Dining Table by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century dining table designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This example is in very good, original condition, showing only light wear consistent with age. Specifically, an inconsequential veneer flaw at the corner, and light cosmetic wear - please see images. The table opens to accept a large ( 20 in W ) leaf ) extending the width from 72 to 92 inches. This listing is for the dining table only.
Ash
$3,800
H 28.35 in Dm 39.38 in L 28.35 in
1960s Scandinavian Modern Danish Solid Teak Round Dining Table
By Eero Saarinen, Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very elegant 1960s round dining table Made in Denmark, unusually constructed from solid teak wood (not veneered). Quintessential Scandinavian Modern design: minimal, fine materials, highly practical, clean smooth lines, sturdy construction and timeless aesthetic. The table has a diameter of 40 in (100 cm) and a single leg, which achieves an uncluttered appearance under the table and buttressing into four feet that rise a low profile parallel to the floor. This leg form in teak bears a striking resemblance to the iconic La Fonda base by Charles Eames, which was cast in Aluminum. Table height is standard 28.5 in (72 cm). The leg and feet are also carved from beautiful solid, strait grained teak. The table has been professionally refinished in a hard wax oil which faithfully presents the original look and feel whilst providing contemporary levels of robust protection. The table has only extremely minor signs of wear considering the age and use. This timeless table shows every promise of gracing a kitchen or dining room for another 60 years, and then some. The contemporaneous cognac leather shell chairs...
Steel
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Refectory Dining Table Leaves
By Ansager Møbler 1
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Classic Danish Mid-Century Modern rectangular refectory dining table. Made in Denmark. Measures: 2 x 20".
Teak
$2,870Sale Price|30% Off
H 25 in Dm 50 in
Otmar Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Round Extendable Dining Table MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Otmar Furniture Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining or Breakfast Table, circa 1980. Features a minimalist sleek form with a round top over an X form base. The table extends to accomm...
Teak
Mid-Century Teak Round Oval Extendable Dining Table
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern extendable round to oval teak dining table. Featuring richly gleaming teak, beautiful grain exposure and smooth, clean lines characteristic of classic Da...
Teak
$1,340
H 23 in W 28 in D 20 in
Early Danish Teak & Cane Table by Peter Hvidt, Orla Molgaard Nielsen ca. 1950s.
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Buffalo, NY
A finely crafted midcentury coffee/end table designed by Peter Hvidt, executed in solid teak with a woven cane lower tier. The design reflects the clarity and restraint of Danish mod...
Cane, Teak
$9,500
H 28 in W 36 in D 9 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Gate Leg Maria Dining Table Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Folding rosewood Maria banket gate leg dining table by Bruno Mathsson. Fully extended measures 110" long.
Rosewood
1960s Mid Century Maple Dining Table by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This mid-century maple dining table was designed and manufactured by Heywood Wakefield in the United States circa 1960s. This beautiful dining table features a maple frame. The table...
Maple
$6,750
H 28.5 in W 65 in D 55.5 in
Hvidt & Molgaard Nielsen HM6 Drop Leaf Dining Table for France & Son, Denmark.
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 1960s Danish drop-leaf dining table, Model HM6, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, for France & Søn, Denmark is a standout example of Scandinavian mode...
Brass
1960s Danish Solid Teak Dining Table by Peter Hvidt for Soborg
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Victoria, BC
A remarkable 1960s solid teak dining table by Peter Hvidt for Soborg Møbelfabrik, crafted from exquisite old-growth teak that radiates warmth and depth. The slightly elliptical surfa...
Teak
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H 28.25 in W 55 in D 64 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Drop Leaf Dining Table in Solid Teak
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France & Søn
Located in San Diego, CA
A solid teak, drop leaf dining table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Son Denmark. Beautiful high quality construction with amazing brass details. This is going...
Teak
Sold
H 28.5 in W 64 in D 56 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Søn Danish Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This fantastic drop-leaf dining table, Model 2059, was designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Søn. Made of solid teak, it features two drop leaves, brass ball hinges an...
Teak
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H 28.5 in Dm 47.25 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Model 311 Extendable Dining Table, 1950s
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Soborg Mobler, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully refinished Model 311 teak extendable dining table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbler, designed in 1956, comes with a single leaf and is sta...
Teak
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Dining Table by France & Son
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a drop-leaf dining table designed in the 1950s by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen, and produced by France & Son in Denmark. It is constructed from solid teak wood, and ha...
Metal, Brass
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Teak Drop Leaf MCM Dining Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Sayreville, NJ
France & Son Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table Designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen. Gorgeous collectors dining table with a refinished top. Collapsable table...
Teak
Peter Hvidt Mid-Century Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Exquisite Danish large drop-leaf dining table by Peter Hvidt, expertly refinished. Beautifully grained. This was purchased new in Copenhagen in the late 50s.
Brass
Sold
H 28.5 in W 56 in D 64 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Drop-Leaf Teak Dining Table for France & Son
By France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning modern dining table by the iconic Danish duo, Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Søn in Denmark circa 1950s. Quintessentially Danish, this dining table featu...
Brass
Hvidt Drop-side Dining Table
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Beautiful drop side dining table designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Made in Denmark from teak for France and Son in the 1960s. T...
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Solid Teak Drop Leaf Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a Gateleg drop leaf table by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son in Denmark. This is going to be a stunning conversation piece once we restore it to great ...
Teak
Peter Hvidt Mid Century Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Peter Hvidt mid century dining table with 2 leaves This table measures: 60 wide x 40 deep x 29 inches high, each of the 2 leaves are 12 inches wide, making a maximum table width o...
Wood
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H 28.5 in W 64 in D 55 in
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Oval Teak Dining Table by Peter Hvidt for France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a true time capsule of a piece! The original owner purchased this piece new, in Germany, in 1962 and then had it shipped to the states where it has sat, undisturbed, since 19...
Brass