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Place of Origin: French
Vintage French Modernist Sofa, Circa 1970s
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vintage French modernist sofa, circa 1970s. This sofa sits low and has new foam, straps and reupholstered in a dark grey fabric. All cushions are removable making for a comfortable d...
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1970s Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Rosewood settee
Located in London, England
Reupholstered French rosewood rococo style two seat settee on cabriole legs. Circa 1890. H 89cm (SH 47cm) x W 125cm x D 72cm
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1890s Rococo Antique French Sofas

Materials

Rosewood

Daybed by René Martin, Les Arcs 1600
By René Martin
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Daybed by René Martin, known as René les Ciseaux, a master cabinetmaker who collaborated with Charlotte Perriand on the design of the Les Arcs ski resort. The structure, crafted fro...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Pine

Togo set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1970
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 3 pieces, model Togo => iconic 1x 2-seat sofa 1X 3-seat sofa 1 x angle All in foam covered by black leather from the origin Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset (metal b...
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Mid-20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

3 seater leather sofa cognac coloured, 1990
By Roche Bobois
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa comes in a beautiful, warm cognac-colored leather tone and is in first-class condition. The sofa was made of the highest quality from 4-6 mm thick neck leather and ...
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1990s Post-Modern French Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy in Yellow, Set of 3
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in London, GB
The iconic Togo sofa set, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a Mid Century Design Classic. This set, including a large sofa, small sofa and cor...
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1980s Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Budapest, HU
According to some of the most exquisite and renowned luxury brands, Ligne Roset's history is deeply connected to the rich tradition of French craftsmanship. Ligne Roset epitomizes mo...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Guillerme et Chambron, Sofa Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Sofa Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970 Fabric to be changed.
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wool

KUUMO design sofa, handmade in France, designed by Olivier Santini
By Olivier Santini
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, Centre-Val de Loire
Our products are custom-made to be both designer furniture and comfortable, durable furnishings, as well as numbered and signed collector's items. Here are some details about our ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern French Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Christian Liaigre Sofa selected by Ai Weiwei
By Christian Liaigre
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Christian Liaigre Sofa in light grey fabric—likely a high performance cotton blend. This sofa strikes a perfect balance between comfort and s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Jim Sofas by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio. Jim is an elegant and refined 3 to 4 seater curved sofa designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that include...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech

Antique French Louis XV Canape Settee Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
A French, Louis XV style walnut canapé from the mid-19th century with wraparound back, scrolled arms & cabriole legs. Of heirloom quality featuring new cotton Linen upholstery and s...
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Mid-19th Century Louis XV Antique French Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down

Mah Jong sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois 1970
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Sofa designer by Hans Hopfer and produced by Roche Bobois (signed on the fabric under the seat, see picture) Iconic Mah Jong model 6 elements with backrest Foam and fabric
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Late 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa, France, Circa 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in San Antonio, TX
Guillerme et Chambron sofa made of solid oak with original fabric, circa 1950s, France. This vintage French sofa features a sculptural angled back...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in London, GB
A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli recently upholstered in a vibrant orange Brocade fabric. Dimensions: Height: 87 cm Width: 200 cm Depth: 75 cm Sea...
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Mid-20th Century Baroque French Sofas

Materials

Silk

Second Empire Fine Mahogany & Gilt Bronze Canapé—Napoleon III, 1860
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fine and well preserved mahogany & gilt bronze canapé from the Second Empire Period under the reign of Napoleon III. Absolutely wonderful condition, seat cushion has been redone in...
Category

1860s Napoleon III Antique French Sofas

Materials

Bronze

"Koala" Sofa by Elizabeth Garouste & Mattia Bonetti, France, 1990s
By Mattia Bonetti, Élizabeth Garouste
Located in New York, NY
Sofa with asymmetrical arm- and backrests, upholstered in a beige, tightly woven boucle fabric. Model "Koala". Sofa: Height: 43” back, 17” Seat Width: 64” Depth: 33”  
Category

1990s Modern French Sofas

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional French 18th Century Louis XIII Style Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional mid-18th century Louis XIII style Sofa from the Provence region of France. Beautifully constructed with handsome walnut and original horse hair stuffing. This wonder...
Category

Mid-18th Century Antique French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa, France, Circa 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in San Antonio, TX
Guillerme et Chambron sofa made of solid oak with fabric upholstery, circa 1950s, France. This vintage French sofa features a curved back with uni...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa 'Denis' in Solid Oak and Red Pink Velvet
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sofa model 'Denis', velvet, oak, France, 1960s Extraordinary Guillerme and Chambron sofa in solid oak with the typical characteristic decorat...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

French Louis XVI 3-Piece Duchesse Brisée Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful unique three-piece French Louis XVI Duchesse Brisée lounge chair. Pieces include two chairs and an ottoman in the center. New upholstery, but frame in original finish and i...
Category

Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Rattan Sofa from France
Located in Houston, TX
Nestled within the charming ambiance of French vintage decor, the Rattan Sofa exudes a rustic allure that whispers tales of timeless elegance. With a rich patina that tells of years ...
Category

20th Century Rustic French Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Exquisite 18th Century Walnut Regence Sofa Upholstered in Fine Silk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exquisite 18th century Regence sofa, with heavily carved walnut apron, legs and stretchers, upholstered in fine silk. The back and apron are serpentine, with arms that are wings, uph...
Category

18th Century Antique French Sofas

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Ligne Roset Ploum 3 Seater High Back Sofa in Moby/FR rock fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Seattle, WA
This is an great newer Ploum Three Seater High Back sofa with some light wear on the fabric: one snatch on the back of the sofa, closer to the edge on the bottom. MOBY - A high-qual...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modernist Contemporary Ligne Roset Black Pebble Leather Sofa + Love Seat
By Ligne Roset
Located in Round Top, TX
1990s Contemporary highest quality genuine black pebbled leather set consisting of a 3-person sofa and a 2-person loveseat. Each piece sits on Modernist brushed steel legs; a sleek, ...
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Steel

louis xv sofa dating from the 19th century polychrome
By Cabine
Located in Somme-Leuze, BE
magnificent Louis XV Darant sofa from the 19th century with rich rocaille sculpture tapestry redone in the old style beautifully worked scrolled feet
Category

Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Sofas

Materials

Oak

Custom Bouclé Wool Couch, Made in Paris
Located in Toronto, ON
This stunning custom creation, crafted in Paris in 2023, is a three-piece sofa upholstered in white bouclé wool from Pierre Frey's Louison collection. Its curved, dynamic design enha...
Category

2010s French Sofas

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio. Jim is an elegant and refined 3 to 4 seater curved sofa designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that includ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio. Jim is an elegant and refined 3 to 4 seater curved sofa designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that includ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Christian Duc, Sofa model “Orwell”. Year 1983.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Christian Duc, par. 3-seater leather sofa, “Orwell” model, chocolate color and rectangular shape, composed of a large padded seat with two padded cushions to place on the back or on...
Category

Late 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Leather

Togo 2-seat sofa in black leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1970
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
2-seat sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the seventies Iconic Togo model all in foam covered by black leather from origin
Category

Late 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Ligne Roset Ploum 3 Seater High Back Sofa in Off-White/Cream Wool Fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Seattle, WA
The Ploum seating is the fruit of much research into comfort. The result is a special combination of two materials: a stretchable covering and ultra-soft foam. This combination, alon...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Soft Blue Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, sofa, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Beautiful two-seat settee by Guillerme & Chambron, in solid oak. The back of the seat has been beautifully finished with woo...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sectional Sofa in Custom Upholstery, Set of 12
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in 1971, the Mah Jong sofa has become a design classic. Comprising twelve pieces, all of the pieces will be covered in custom uph...
Category

1970s Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sectional Sofa in Custom Upholstery, Set of 5
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in 1971, the Mah Jong sofa has become a design classic. Since its original conception, Roche Bobois has collaborated with a varie...
Category

2010s French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Kroken Sofa, Roche Bobois Edition, by Ake Fribytter, 1980s
By Ake Fribytter
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Magnificent Roche Bobois sofa from the 1980s, a masterpiece designed by Ake Fribytter, famously known as the "Kroken" model. Embrace sophistication with its chalk-colored natural lea...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Leather

1940's French Upholstered Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
The 1940s French Upholstered Sofa epitomizes the epitome of sophistication and timeless elegance. Its exquisite craftsmanship is evident in eve...
Category

1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sectional Sofa in Custom Upholstery, Set of 20
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in 1971, the Mah Jong sofa has become a design classic. Since its original conception, Roche Bobois has collaborated with a varie...
Category

1970s Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

"Panoramic" sofa by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
"Panoramic Colisée" sofa upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Matching armchair available. Creation by Studio Glustin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco French Sofa in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco sofa Great Art Deco sofa has “kidney” shape body. The back is slightly curved. Sofa is newly re-upholstered in a light purple velvet fabric. Outer edge of the back h...
Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Country French Provincial Style Walnut Blue Velvet Canapé Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent walnut canapé or sofa made in the country French provincial or Louis XV taste. The sofa features an elaborately carved case with scrolling acanthus and floral sprays. The fra...
Category

20th Century French Provincial French Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

19th Century French Upholstered Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
Step into 19th century France with this upholstered sofa featuring a boldly scrolled frame and hand-carved scroll legs, which captures the essence of the Louis Philippe style. This s...
Category

19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Large Michel Cadestin ‘Orchidée’ Sectional Sofa by Airborne
By Airborne International, Michel Cadestin
Located in Dronten, NL
Very comfortable ‘Orchidée’ series modular sofa designed by Michel Cadestin for by Airborne International. The sofa is made in suede covered fiberglass with tufted cushions and is ve...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Suede, Fiberglass

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of 3
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in London, GB
The iconic Togo sofa set, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a Mid Century Design Classic. This set, including a large sofa, small sofa and cor...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Bench by Roger Tallon, Flambo circa 1966
By Roger Tallon
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
This bench, designed by the renowned French designer Roger Tallon, represents a variant of the ORCEL D 10 model. Its chromed square tubular base provides a sturdy foundation, while ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Tete A Tete w/ Ebonized Walnut Cabriole Legs & Holly Hunt Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This unique and lovely Mid-Century Modernist Tete A Tete With Saber Style Cabriole Legs in Ebonized Walnut and Holy Hunt Uphlstery originates from France, Circa 1950. The french term...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning French high-back sofa, designed in the opulent Napoleon III style, is the embodiment of luxury and elegance. Upholstered in a pale orange tangerine velvet, the back and...
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19th Century Napoleon III Antique French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa 'Denis' in Solid Oak and Red Velvet
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, sofa model 'Denis', velvet, oak, leather France, 1960s Extraordinary Guillerme and Chambron sofa in solid oak with the typical characteristic ...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Oak

Large French 19th C Napoleon III Tufted Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
A large scale French 19th century Napoleon III high backed sofa with cabriole legs. The back of this sofa is heavily tufted as are the rolled arms - adding grandeur and sophisticatio...
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19th Century Napoleon III Antique French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Empire Settee, France 1810, Manner of Jacob Desmalter (1770-1841)
Located in Leimen, DE
Empire Settee, France 1810 Step back in time to the opulent era of 19th-century France with the exquisite Elegant Empire Settee, crafted in 1810. This resplendent sofa is a testament...
Category

Early 1800s Empire Antique French Sofas

Materials

Bronze

Ligne Roset Togo, Set of 3 in Alcantara Grey Suede by Michel Ducaroy.
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Toronto, CA
Timeless design and classic style make this three-piece sectional sofa set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset the perfect choice for any space. Original upholstery of incredibly soft ...
Category

1970s Post-Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede, Foam

Fine Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A super collectable designer daybed sofa by one of the Danish greats! I'll include all the information below about the designer and so on Condition wise, everything is original, this sofa has the period cushions, frame and supports, it is a rare survivor, there are no side arms, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order Dimensions - Height:- 83cm Width:- 191.5cm Depth:- 76cm Seat height:- 45cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport. Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School (graduating in 1924) and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954). Danish architect-designer Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. From 1942 to 1945, Hvidt taught at the School of Arts and Crafts. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair, which was one of Denmark’s first stacking chairs. Hvidt, whose design aesthetic was characterized as traditional throughout the 1940s, exhibited frequently at the Cabinetmaker's Guild exhibitions, as both a designer and architect. He also worked with the lighting manufacturer Le Klint on numerous lighting designs. 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...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Airborne Sectional Sofa with Ottoman 'Patate' in Black Velvet Corduroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Airborne, sectional sofa with ottoman model 'Patate', velvet corduroy, metal, France, 1970s This well-designed sofa is fully executed in black velvet corduroy that contributes to a...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Sofa 1920s with Ligth
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
French Art Deco Sofa 1920s with Ligth
Category

1920s Art Deco Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Brutalist Sofa in Boucle, France circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
Brutalist Sofa in Boucle France circa 1970 Frame constructed in elm. Newly upholstered in boucle with double “x” frame side supports. Measures 69.25”L x 43”d x 38”h x 14”seat
Category

1970s Brutalist Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Elm

Superonda sofa by Archizoom pour Poltronova 1960
By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Sofa model Superonda by Archizoom for Poltronova in the 60s Iconic piece All in foam covered by a grey fabric (new)
Category

Mid-20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Empire Mahogany Sofa, Restored, Original Upholstery, France, 1860s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Empire Mahogany Sofa Origin: France 1860s This item features classic Empire elements. This style, originating in 19th century France, was made to...
Category

1860s Empire Antique French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Lacquer, Mahogany

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A super collectable designer daybed sofa by one of the Danish greats! I'll include all the information below about the designer and so on Condition wise, everything is original, this sofa has the period cushions, frame and supports, it is a rare survivor, there are no side arm cushions, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order Sofa dimensions - Height:- 83cm Width:- 129cm Depth:- 79cm Seat height:- 44cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport. Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School (graduating in 1924) and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954). Danish architect-designer Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. From 1942 to 1945, Hvidt taught at the School of Arts and Crafts. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair, which was one of Denmark’s first stacking chairs. Hvidt, whose design aesthetic was characterized as traditional throughout the 1940s, exhibited frequently at the Cabinetmaker's Guild exhibitions, as both a designer and architect. He also worked with the lighting manufacturer Le Klint on numerous lighting designs. 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...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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