Warm, exceptionally versatile and crafted with a range of appealing materials, vintage Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen furniture showcases the Danish duo’s penchant for innovation and durable design. For decades, the pair created sleek coffee tables, seductive lounge chairs and other pieces that are characterized by the practicality and elegance commonly attributed to Scandinavian modernism.
Both Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen attended what is now the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, with Mølgaard-Nielsen having completed his studies under the Danish furniture design pioneer and architect Kaare Klint. Trained as an architect and cabinetmaker, Hvidt established his own firm in 1940 and taught at his alma mater for a few years. After they won a design competition held in Stockholm, Hvidt partnered with Mølgaard-Nielsen in 1944 to establish their firm in Copenhagen.
The collaboration between Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years. Aside from having created a wardrobe for the Queen of Denmark as well as numerous architectural structures, the pair’s flagship achievements include 1944’s teak Portex chair, which is Denmark’s first-ever stacking chair (and is occasionally attributed to Hvidt alone), and the AX chair.
A masterpiece of technical expertise and innovative woodworking, the sculptural AX armchair shares commonalities with the work of legendary Finnish designer Alvar Aalto — whose output included similarly curvaceous seating such as the Paimio armchair, often designed in partnership with his wife, Aino. It features double-curved laminated wood in the seat and back — which could be mass-produced — 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.
While vintage Hvidt & Mølgaard furniture isn’t as popular as the work of Finn Juhl, a like-minded Danish modernist who helped popularize Scandinavian design in America as well as the use of teak in furniture, the innovative AX chair is similarly as expressive and inviting as Juhl’s seating. The AX was designed in collaboration with manufacturer Fritz Hansen during the late 1940s and went into production in 1950. It gave way to a series that includes tables and other types of seating.
Hvidt and Mølgaard-Nielsen collaborated regularly with Fritz Hansen, France & Søn and Søborg Møbelfabrik. Their work can be found in New York’s Museum of Modern Art, Copenhagen’s Design Museum and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne.
Find vintage Hvidt & Mølgaard dining tables, coffee tables, modular sofas, storage cabinets and more on 1stDibs.
Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart, France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make your living room the envy of the neighborhood with this breathtaking teak & rattan sofa designed by legendary Scandinavian Modern duo Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. ...
Brass
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Three seat sofa, very rare
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen three seat sofa with back of cane. New upholstered with Coda fabric from Kvadrat. Frame in teak and oak. Made by France & Daverkosen.
Fabric, Cane, Oak, Teak
Danish 2-seater sofa, laminated beech and mahogany model AX by Peter Hvidt 1960.
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa composed of two movable armchairs, each with an armrest. With a simple and elegant design, these armchairs can be combined with low chairs, available in anot...
Fabric, Beech, Mahogany
$7,050Sale Price / set|65% Off
Hvidt and Molgaard Sofa and Armchair
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in London, GB
Freestanding three seater sofa and matching easy chair of rosewood. Loose cushions in seat and back upholstered with two different shades of green wool. Model 130...
Wool
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard FD130 Teak sofa in Cognac Leather - Denmark, 1950's
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Amazing minimalistic solid Teak and Cognac leather sofa model FD130 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France and Søn – Denmark, circa 1960. The leather has a lot of patina a...
Leather, Teak
Danish 3-seater sofa, laminated beech and mahogany model AX by Peter Hvidt 1960.
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa composed of two movable armchairs, each with an armrest and a chaise longue in the middle. With its understated and elegant design, this set can be combined ...
Fabric, Beech, Mahogany
Minerva Seating Group by Hvidt & Mølgaard-Nielsen, Danish Modern 1957
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaanderen
An elegant Minerva seating group, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen and manufactured by France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1957. This iconic modular ensemble...
Rattan, Teak
Mid-Century 2-Seat Sofa, Minerva Series by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in München, BY
Dimensions 125 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH) This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Daverkosen. The ...
Steel, Chrome
High-Backed Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tailored and sculptural high-backed button-tufted sofa, the upholstered body resting on substantial turned teak dowel legs.
Upholstery, Teak
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 48 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
By John Stuart, Peter Hvidt
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Teak, Chenille
$1,595Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 63.78 in D 36.23 in
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactu...
Velvet, Beech
$449Sale Price / item|22% Off
H 32.68 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Dining Stackable Chairs Model Portex
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Dining chairs/stackable chairs, model Portex. Designed in 1945. Produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. They come in a fully renewed finitio...
Beech
1940s Curved Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Märta Blomstedt
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb curved 1940s Danish sofa, reupholstered in the recent past in red and white striped fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Wood
1950s Danish Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Victoria, BC
A rare and elegant sofa by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, showcasing the refined proportions and architectural clarity that define his early Danish modern work. The sculptural frame, angled ...
Wood
$6,837 / set
H 32.68 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva corner sofa set. Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn. Striking Danish design from the 1960s. Solid ...
Chrome
$3,895
H 30 in W 79.75 in D 30.5 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Mid Century Teak and Cane Daybed
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Mid Century Teak and Cane Daybed This daybed measures: 79.75 wide x 30.5 wide x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and arm height/chai...
Upholstery, Teak, Cane
$7,977
H 33.47 in W 63 in D 29.53 in
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in black lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of mokka full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Style Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique midcentury sofa features stylish curved armrests, original studded upholstery, and a unique finish. Please confirm item location (NY or ...
Upholstery
$4,102
H 33.47 in W 74.81 in D 30.32 in
Danish Minerva Sofa in Mohair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Renens, CH
A vintage Minerva sofa / daybed designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, originating from the early 1960s, produced by France & Son. The sofa features a teak frame, with ne...
Mohair, Teak
Sofa With Sculptural Armrests in Oak and Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, fabric, Czech Republic, 1960s A comfortable and bulky three seat sofa with a soft feel. This sofa is made in the Czech Republic in the 1960s. One of the elegant character...
Fabric, Oak
$4,800
H 30 in W 24 in D 28 in
High Back Armchair, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A high back armchair designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard-Nielsen having an exposed teak frame with expressive bent laminated curved arms and vintage blue upholstery. Made in Denm...
Teak, Upholstery
$14,304Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.78 in W 98.43 in D 37.41 in
Cassina Soriana Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sofa; Afra; Tobia; Scarpa; Cassina; Soriana; Settee; Couch; Italy; 1970's; Hollywood Regency; Minimalist; Italian Design; Soriana sofa in original upholstery, designed by Afra &...
Wool
$2,600Sale Price|60% Off
H 29 in W 71 in D 35 in
Mid Century Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid Century slipper sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen of Denmark. Companion piece to the FD 172 slipper chairs, this sofa is a rare find. Ve...
Wood
$6,500
H 31 in W 100.5 in D 30 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Daybed Sofa France and Sons Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Rare Extra Long Danish modern Minerva Daybed Sofa. Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart circa 1960's. Beautiful sleek Mid Century Design. Rare extra long size...
Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in München, BY
Dimensions: Daybed: 190 × 80 × 85 × 43 cm (74.8" × 31.5" × 33.5" × 16.9") Width × Depth × Height × Seat Height This elegant mid-century modern daybed was designed in the 1950s by Pe...
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 28.75 in W 106.3 in D 29.14 in
Danish 5-seater sofa, laminated beech and mahogany model AX by Peter Hvidt 1960.
By Fritz Hansen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa composed of two movable armchairs, each with an armrest, and three lounge chairs that fit in the middle. With a simple and elegant design, rare in this size,...
Fabric, Beech, Mahogany
Sold
H 29.14 in W 85.83 in D 29.14 in
Danish 4-seater sofa, laminated beech and mahogany model AX by Peter Hvidt 1960.
By Fritz Hansen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa composed of two movable armchairs, each with an armrest, and two lounge chairs that fit in the middle. With its understated and elegant design, this set can ...
Fabric, Beech, Mahogany
Sold
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in München, BY
Dimensions 208 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH) Dimensions: 81.9 x 31.5 x 33.5 x 16.9 in (W x D x H x SH) This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt ...
Steel, Chrome
Peter Hvidt “Minerva” sofa set in teak France & Son Denmark 1957
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped sofa set model “Minerva” designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, Denmark 1957. This sofa is an iconic example of mid-century modern design ...
Metal
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Three seat sofa, very rare
By France & Daverkosen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen three seat sofa with back of cane. New upholstered with Coda fabric from Kvadrat. Frame in teak and oak. Made by France & Daverkosen.
Oak, Teak, Fabric, Cane
Sold
H 32.29 in W 49.61 in D 30.32 in
sofa "MINERVA" by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Nielsen in petrol bouclé
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian two-seater sofa "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak frame with newly upholstered petrol bouclé seat and back. This vintage piece of furniture...
Bouclé, Teak
Sold
H 32.29 in W 76.78 in D 30.32 in
Canape "MINERVA" by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Nielsen in petrol bouclé
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian three-seater sofa "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak frame with newly upholstered petrol bouclé seat and back. This vintage piece of furnitu...
Bouclé, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 84.65 in D 31.11 in
Sofa / Daybed "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen France & Søn, 60s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Sofa daybed from the 1960s by France and Søn made of teakwood. This piece is featuring two cushioned armrests. The piece has been restored and covered with a light grey fabric "Halli...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 32.49 in W 75.2 in D 30.32 in
'Minerva' sofa Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage three-seater sofa in excellent condition, teak wood frame, seat and back with newly manufactured upholstery and fabric. Unrestored sofa but in excellent overall condition.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 64.97 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Antimott Series by Walter Knoll, Germany, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in München, BY
Dimensions 165-205 x 80 x 44 / 78 cm (Width x Depth x Seat Height /Height) This shapely and comfortable sofa is part of the Antimott series and was designed and manufactured by Walt...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery
Sold
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in München, BY
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (width x height x depth) This mid-century three seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This mod...
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 32.5 in W 79 in D 30.5 in
Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart Woven Cane Panels
By France & Daverkosen, Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart
Located in Monrovia, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Danish Teak Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart. Made In Denmark by France and Daverkosen. Beautifu...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen "Minerva" Teak Sofa, 1960
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful daybed / sofa model FD 417 'Minerva' by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son, Denmark, 1960s with original spring core seat and back cushions, in original w...
Metal
Sold
H 30.71 in W 64.97 in D 33.08 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, FD 451 sofa bed for France & Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful FD451 articulated two seater sofa bed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn in Denmark around the 1960s. One interesting feature of this ...
Cane, Teak