Danish Teak Lounge Chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son, Danish
View Similar Items
Danish Teak Lounge Chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son, Danish
About the Item
- Creator:France & Søn (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 28.94 in (73.5 cm)Depth: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1958
- Condition:Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent restored condition; professionally refinished and reupholstered.
- Seller Location:Richmond, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 2401stDibs: LU4184133447392
France & Søn
Danish manufacturer France & Søn is best known for its prolific output of elegant mid-century modern furnishings in teak and leather, yet its multinational beginnings took shape during the 1930s.
After businessman Charles William Fearnley France (1897–1972) moved from his native England to Denmark in 1936, he began to operate a small mattress factory alongside his friend Eric Daverkosen, a Danish cabinetmaker, under the name France & Daverkosen. Shortly afterward, Daverkosen passed away, and when Denmark was invaded during the Second World War, Charles was captured and sent to a prison camp in Germany. When he was released, the British entrepreneur set out to produce furniture in the early 1950s, setting up a shop in Hillerød to manufacture the kind of sleek beech and teak goods that were gaining widespread acclaim around the world. In 1957, France’s son James joined the business, and the company changed its name to reflect the addition.
Throughout the ’50s and ’60s, France & Søn produced a stunning array — and staggering quantity — of designs, with elegant modernist lounge chairs and armchairs, teak and rosewood dining tables and other furnishings by the likes of Finn Juhl, Grete Valk, Ole Wanscher, Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen all gracing its catalogues.
Even as there was a focus on mass production at France & Søn — and the brand doesn’t quite enjoy the same renown as fellow mid-century Danish furniture makers such as Carl Hansen & Søn — Charles France believed in making quality furniture, and the company’s offerings evoke the warmth of the handcrafted work that is typically associated with Scandinavian modernism.
In the 1960s, the company was bought by Danish designer Poul Cadovius, who folded it into the operations at CADO, a company he founded during the 1950s. Surviving examples of early work from the brand as well as modern icons by the likes of Verner Panton that followed in later years continue to be in demand.
Find a collection of France & Søn furniture on 1stDibs.
- Set of Mid Century Rattan Chairs & Table By Rohe Noordwolde, Holland, 1970sBy Rohe NoordwoldeLocated in Richmond, SurreySet of Mid Century Rattan Chairs & Table By Rohe Noordwolde, Holland, 1970s This mid-century Rattan chairs and table crafted by Rohe Noordwolde in Holland during the 1970s exude an ...Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsWicker, Rattan
- Danish Teak Coffee Table by Holger Georg Jensen for Kubus, 1960sBy Holger Georg JensenLocated in Richmond, SurreyDanish teak coffee table by Holger Georg Jensen for Kubus, 1960s Great size Danish teak coffee table designed by Holger Georg Jensen and manufactured by Kubus, circa 1960s. Square ...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsTeak
- Rare Large Danish Glazed Ceramic Lamp by Michael Andersen & Sons Danish, 1950sBy Michael Andersen & SonLocated in Richmond, SurreyRare Danish glazed ceramic lamp by Michael Andersen & Sons Danish, 1950s A stunning large white glazed ceramic Lamp by Michael Andersen & Sons. The lamp is bottle form in shape with, a ribbed surface and a tall smooth neck. Designed by Michael Andersen, Bornholm Keramiks in Denmark, circa 1950s, in a style reminiscent of Arne Bang. Makers mark and sticker on the base with model number. In great condition, no chips, crack or repairs. Size: Height 52 cms (Excluding light fitting) 58 cms includes light fitting Diameter at widest point 28 cms Diameter at base 18 cms Founded in 1890 by Jens Michael Andersen (1859-1931) who trained at the Hjorth pottery, on the Danish island of Bornholm in the Baltic Sea. Production in the early days was mainly utilitarian, but developed a range of items including statues, decorative vases and Majolica. Jens' son Daniel Folkmann Andersen (1885-1959) took over the running of the company with his brother Michael, developing glazes, designs and a range of animal figures. In 1961 the grandson of Jens Andersen...Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsCeramic
- Mid-Century Teak Nest of Tables By Peter Brink for BR Gelsted, Denmark, C. 1960sBy Peter BrinkLocated in Richmond, SurreyMid-Century Teak Nest of Tables By Peter Brink for BR Gelsted, Denmark, C. 1960s A good set of three 1960s teak nesting tables by the renowned designer Peter Brink for BR Gelsted, D...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking T...
MaterialsTeak
- Danish Mid Century Teak Nesting Tables by Poul Hundevad, circa 1960sBy Poul HundevadLocated in Richmond, SurreyDanish midcentury teak nesting tables by Poul Hundevad, circa 1960s. A nest of three teak nesting tables designed by Poul Hundevad and manufactured by Fabian in Denmark. Beautiful...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
MaterialsTeak
- Mid Century Danish Teak Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart, by Greta Jalk, 1960sBy Grete JalkLocated in Richmond, SurreyMid century Danish teak drinks trolley / bar cart, by Greta Jalk for Poul Jeppesens Mobelfabrik, 1960s A teak two-tier tea bar cart serving/drinks trolley with large easy rolling ru...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
MaterialsTeak
- Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & SonBy Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, France & SønLocated in Los Angeles, CAA low, Danish lounge chair by husband-and-wife design team Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son. This example from 1958 has a teak frame around fixed cushions, upholstered i...Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsFabric, Teak, Upholstery
- Pair of Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen Lounge ChairsBy Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, France & SønLocated in Middlesex, NJPair of Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen lounge chairs.Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
- Danish Teak Easy Chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Model FD-117By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, France & SønLocated in St-Brais, JUMid-Century easy chair by Danish designer duo Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen. Made in Denmark by France & Daverkosen during the 1950s. This rare vintage model...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Beech
- Danish Teak Frame + Leather Cushions Lounge Chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-LarsenBy Tove & Edvard Kindt-LarsenLocated in Kensington, MDWe are pleased to offer this special chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen with a teak frame as beautiful from the back as it is from the front. The arms clutch the back leg which hel...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsLeather
- Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Leather Lounge ChairBy Tove & Edvard Kindt-LarsenLocated in Houston, TXThe Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Leather Lounge Chair is a Danish masterpiece of mid-century design, originating from the prestigious Illuns Bolighus Dontique in Denmark during the 196...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Wood
- Modernist Lounge Chair, Tove & Edvard Kindt LarsenBy Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, France & DaverkosenLocated in London, GBA superbly designed lounge chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen. Model 117 constructed from European beech with inset teak armrests. Price includes reupholstery in fabric colour of ch...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsTeak, Beech
