Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn Coffee Table in Teak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, coffee table, model 'FD 515' teak, brass, Denmark, 1950s

An impeccably crafted coffee table, designed by the renowned design duo Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn in the 1950s. Its circular top, paired with a lower shelf crafted in cane and secured by bent brass rods, serves as a practical yet aesthetically pleasing solution for storing magazines and books. The legs, delicately carved, add a touch of elegance to the piece. Made from teakwood, the table exudes a natural serenity, enhanced by its distinctive grain pattern and warm, inviting tone.

Danish designer duo Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993) worked together between 1944-1975. The couple, originally trained as architects, designed around 250 furniture objects. The first dismountable chair has been designed by the couple, that created an enormous boost for the Danish furniture export. In 1950, their best-known design, the AX-chair went into production by Fritz Hansen. The implementation of double bent laminated wood, a technique normally used to produce tennis rackets, was a huge breakthrough for the upscaling of furniture production as it reduces the average production time. Thanks to this revolutionary technique, Denmark became the leader in Modern furniture manufacturing.

Kindly note that the table is in good condition with a few scratches. For further details, we encourage you to reach out to our team of design specialists.

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