Among the great mid-20th century Danish furniture designers, Børge Mogensen distinguished himself with his faith to traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials.
While peers such as Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl and Arne Jacobsen designed some of the most striking and now iconic furnishings of the era, Mogensen focused on making chairs, sofas and other pieces that were simple, durable and comfortable — and in the long run perhaps more useful and better loved.
Mogensen studied under and later worked for Kaare Klint, a master cabinetmaker whose chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. Klint was a classicist, who believed that furniture forms should evolve from those of historical models. So, too, in his way was Mogensen, as two of his best-known earlier pieces attest.
His 1945 Spokeback sofa, with hinged arms that can be lowered to facilitate lounging, is a reinterpretation of the venerable Knole settee. With the oval silhouette of its plywood backrest and waterdrop-shaped cutouts, Mogensen’s Shell chair, designed in 1949, can be seen as a novel take on early 19th-century Empire side chairs.
Yet Mogensen shared the aesthetical sensibilities of his most forward-looking colleagues. His cabinets deploy the same spare geometries and lushly figured woods as those of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and his disciple Florence Knoll, the chief difference being that Mies and Knoll used chrome steel for the frames and legs of their pieces. The brawny oak frames and slung leather seats and backrests of Mogensen’s Hunting chair (1950) and Spanish chair (1958) display the same hefty construction and appreciation of natural materials seen in the work of Charlotte Perriand and Sergio Rodrigues.
Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. While his chairs may not be the first pieces in a décor to draw the eye, they are often the first to draw in those looking for a comfortable seat.
Find vintage Børge Mogensen dining tables, bookcases and other Scandinavian modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Børge Mogensen Oak & Leather "Spanish" Arm Chairs Model BM3238, 1970s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful pair of vintage "BM 3238" arm chairs in oak and natural saddle leather. Designed in the 1950s by Borge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Mogensen made these ...
Leather, Oak
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Scandinavian Modern Beautiful white wool 3 Seat Sofa by Borge Mogensen
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Danish modern off white wool upholstered 3 seat model number 2323 sofa Birch wood legs. Designed by Børge Mogensen Made by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Beautiful white wool u...
Birch, Wool, Upholstery
Børge Mogensen 2254 pair of Oak Sled Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Cane, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen pair of lounge chairs and ottoamn designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints and cane. This h...
Bouclé, Cane, Oak
Børge Mogensen Set of Six Dining Chairs, Waxed Oak & Leather, 1970
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful set of 6 dining chairs by - Børge Mogensen Mod. 3238 for Fredericia Furniture, 1970 + 6 original cushions, labelled This is a beautiful set of 6 mod. 3238 chairs from wa...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model-2204 Cognac Leather Wing Chair for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 42 in H x 34.50 in W x 27.25 in D Seat height 17in Ottoman: 16.50 in H x 22in W x 24in D.
Leather, Wood, Oak
Pair of Borge Mogenson Oak & Leather Spanish Chairs 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Borge Mogenson Spanish Chairs in Oak and Saddle Leather Sold as a pair, not separately. With the Spanish Chair, Mogensen expanded upon his work with solid oak and saddle le...
Leather, Wood, Oak
Børge Mogensen set of 6 J39 Chairs in Oak, FDB Møbler 1963
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Balen, BE
Set of six early ‘J39’ dining chairs in oak, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1947 for FDB Møbler, Denmark. This set from 1963 is crafted in solid oak and papercord seats, showcasing a ...
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen 'Spanish Chair' in Oak and Cognac Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 'Spanish Chair,' oak, leather, brass, Denmark, 1958. This well-known design by Børge Mogensen has a very strong appearance. The sincere co...
Brass
Expertly Restored - Børge Mogensen Stackable Dining Chairs for C.M. Madsens
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Wood, Beech, Teak
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century modern All Black Leather Low Lounge chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern all black Leather lounge chairs with black lacquer frame legs. Leather shows nice patina with signs of use and age. Very comfortable...
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
$3,400 / item
Borge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful highback lounge chairs 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, mahogany frame with adjustable seat and bac...
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Day or Single Beds in Teak
By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, daybed/single beds, teak, Denmark, 1960s. Elegant en simplistic design by Børge Mogensen. Suitable to utilize as a day bed or a single bed. Th...
Teak
Oak Sofa / Daybed, Model 4311/4312, by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare sofa and daybed, model 4311/4312, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1950s, is a quintessential example of Danish moder...
Brass
Børge Mogensen "Spanish Chair" in Oak and Saddle Leather, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare edition of Danish architect Børge Mogensens iconic "Spanish chair" with amazing patina. Seat and back in patinated saddle leather and frame in solid oak. Manufactured in 1967. T...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with red leather. Legs of cherry. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture. Matching three seat, two seat sofa and ottomans availa...
Leather, Cherry
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Leather
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of armchairs model 3238, oak, leather, Denmark, 1964 This pair of armchairs reminds of the classical foldable 'director-chairs', yet ...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Teak Legs, Leather, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chair, Aniline Leather, Oak Frame
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. Frame of oil treated oak. Model 2256, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair, Soaped Oak, Natural Leather, Set of 10
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Spanish dining chair is a testament to the application of honest materials. Crafted from the finest selection of oak and flawless saddle l...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Sofa with Teak Legs and Aniline Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with Mokka elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Børge Mogensen Model BM-2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern easy chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, designed in 1956. T...
Oak
$4,484Sale Price / set|20% Off
Early Set of 6 'J39' Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1947
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Fantastic set of 6 model ‘J39’ chairs designed by Børge Mogensen in 1947. These examples are made of solid oak with a nice patina thanks to age and use. All chairs have their origina...
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Hunting Chair in Oak and Leather
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, lounge chair model 'Hunting Chair', oak, leather, brass, Denmark, design 1950, production after 1972 At the 1950 Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition in C...
Brass
Borge Mogensen J39 Dining Chair, Smoked Oak
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
J39, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1947. This versatile masterpiece is crafted from solid wood and features a handwoven seat in natural paper cord.
Oak
$1,800Sale Price / set|70% Off
Pair of Danish Brown Leather Club Chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful pair of vintage dark brown leather classic club chairs. Perfect for a mid century living room. Attributed to Børge Mogensen, 1960s Denmark. These are the model 2207 chair...
Leather
$9,600 / item
Borge Mogensen Spanish Chair 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
One of the masterpieces designed by Danish master Børge Mogensen. This is a vintage Spanish Chair Model 2226, manufactured by the existing Fredericia company. It is a globally acclai...
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogensen 1950s Oak and Leather Bench
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in London, England
Model 3171 bench designed by master-designer Borge Mogensen with frame made from solid oak. The seat has been reupholstered with nw cognac brown aniline leather. Designed 1956 the Mo...
Leather, Oak
Mid Century Børge Mogensen 2204 Leather Wing Back Armchair for Fredericia
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A classic Danish Mid Century Børge Mogensen 2204 Oxide red leather and teak Wing Back Armchair for Fredericia Furniture. Designed in 1963, the 220...
Leather, Teak
$3,300Sale Price|40% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern 3 Seat 205 Sofa by Børge Mogensen Sofa Green
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 3 seat sofa by børge mogensen sofa. Great Scandinavian Modern Borge Mogensen model 205 low slung three-seat sofa. Manufactured by Frederica Stolefabrik in 1...
Upholstery, Wood
$23,356 / set
Set of 6 dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 "Spanish"/"Jagt spisestolen" dining chairs model 3237 designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Oak with naturally patinated leather...
Leather, Oak
$3,185Sale Price / item|35% Off
1 Børge Mogensen Mobler Daybed Model 136
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Teak Daybed Børge Mogensen Soborg Møbler Model 136 Rare Danish modern teak daybed with upholstered cushion and side pillows designed by...
Teak
Model BM4312 Daybed Sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark, 1960s
By Fredericia, Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Skien, NO
This Model BM4312 Loveseat/Daybed/Sofa by Børge Mogensen / Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik was designed in 1958 and produced in the 1960s. Crafted from natural oak and be...
Oak, Beech
Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of ‘Safari’ Armchairs Cognac Leather Oak
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of ‘Safari’ armchairs model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s This rare pair of armchairs reminds of the classical fol...
Brass
$5,827Sale Price|47% Off
Design Chair by Borge Mogensen, Also Called Spanisch Chair, 1960, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Oirlo, LI
Design chair by Borge Mogensen, also called Spanisch chair, 1960 Denmark. This original safari chair was made in the 1960s and therefore the saddle leather has a beautiful patina, a...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen BM0488L Table Bench 138 x 46 for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
The BM0488 Table Bench was shown for the first time at the 1958 Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Furniture Exhibition on a stand called ‘Landhuset’ designed by Børge Mogensen. In 2020...
Cane, Oak
Set of Eight Oak and leather Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of eight “Spanish” dining chairs model #3237 respectively #3238 by Børge Mogensen. Made from oak and leather with accentuated white seams and buckles in the back. A great design,...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Set of 'Spanish' Dining Chairs in Oak
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, set of six 'Spanish Dining Chairs' model '3238', oak, black leather, brass, Denmark, 1964 These chairs remind of the classical foldable 'd...
Brass
Set of 6 BM-61 Danish Mid Century Wooden Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
The BM61 chair was designed by Børge Mogensen in 1958, based on a minimal, yet extremely robust construction. The structured design is, however, enriched with outstanding comfort and...
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
$13,425Sale Price / set|25% Off
Børge Mogensen Vintage Pair of Spanish Chairs Oak Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of vintage Spanish chairs with newly upholsterd vachetta leather- by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, Fredericia Stolefabrik, labelled, midcentury. A pair of labelled Børge Mogensen's ...
Leather, Oak
Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Armchair Cognac Leather Oak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, ‘Safari’ armchair model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s This rare armchair reminds of the classical foldable 'director-ch...
Brass
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chairs, Oak & Leather, 1960s Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chairs new upholstered with cognac vintage full grain aniline. Frame of oak. Model 2256, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
Bench in Oak and Cane by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bench in Oak and Cane by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak and cane Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Erhard Rasmussen in Denmark Dimensions (W...
Oak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia 'Spanish' Dining Chair in Oak
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, dining chair, oak, leather, brass, Denmark, design 1964 This dining chair reminds of the classical foldable 'director-chairs', yet this de...
Brass
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen original upholstered kupe sofa with cognac leather. Legs of teak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Oak & Rush "Shaker" "Folkestole" Chair Model #J-39
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen, Carl Hansen, Fredericia
Located in Round Top, TX
Single oak Børge Mogensen chair (Denmark) c.1950s. Iconic design featuring circular joinery details to chair back and original hand woven Danish cord seat. Two cylindrical frame ext...
Cord, Oak
Børge Mogensen Daybed Model No. 190, 1963
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful daybed model no. 190, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, solid oak frame platform with tapered legs and a vertical slatted b...
Wool, Oak
Borge Mogensen 211 Sofa in Oak and Teak by Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Troy, MI
Børge Mogensen 211 Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark circa 1957 Solid oak and teak frame with finger joint detail and exposed webbing Loose seat cushions in a period striped c...
Teak, Fabric, Oak
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather Model 2213 by Børge Mogensen, 1963
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1963 Additional Information: Material: Teak and original leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Sofa model 2213 Produced by Fr...
Teak, Leather
$23,214 / item
Børge Mogensen 2292 Coupe Sofa
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1971, The Coupé sofa has a high enveloping back with wings, providing a calm retreat in larger spaces or a cosy setting in front of a fireplace.
Oak
Midcentury dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s, set of four
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of four #3238 dining chairs by Børge Mogensen. Made from oak and leather with accentuated white seams and buckles in the back. A great design, comfortable to be seated in. Nice p...
Oak, Leather
Børge Mogensen Set of 4 J 39 Chairs "Folkestolen" by F.D.B. Møbler, Denmark 1970
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of four dining chairs model J 39 by the Danish furniture designer Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) The design classic called "Folkestolen" is manufactured by F.D.B. Møbler in Denmark...
Papercord, Beech
Rare Oak and Iron 'Easy Chair' by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Dallas, TX
Very rare and early model 240-11 ‘easy chair’ designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Andreas Graversen/Fredericia Furniture. Executed in quarter sawn oak, iron, brass and uphols...
Oak
Set of 14 BM-61 Danish Mid Century Wooden Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare set of fourteen Danish mid century wooden dining chairs in stained oak and woven cane seats and backs. This rare assemble is consisting of twelve "BM-61" chairs and a pai...
Cane, Oak
BM 2226 - Pair of first edition 'Spanish chairs' by Børge Mogensen
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BM 2226 - Pair of 'The Spanish Chair' easy chairs in patinated oak and full grain leather. Early version with leather work from Dahlman. Designed by Børge Mogensen and wood work made...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen sofa 2 persons model 2212. It's upholstered with the original dark mocha colored leather, almost black. The legs are made of solid teak with oil treatm...
Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik. New Upholstery. 1958.
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and refined three-seat sofa model 205 designed by Borge Mogensen in 1958 and manufactured in Denmark by Fredericia Stolefabrik. This important sofa shows an impressive desig...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
$6,400Sale Price|20% Off
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair, Leather & Oak, Mid-Century, 1958
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1950 Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair by Fredericia, Denmark. Børge Mogensen designed the Spanish Chair in 1958 for Fredericia Furniture, and it has since become a definitive...
Brass
$3,792 / item
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Arm Chair – Model 3238
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Spanish dining chair is a testament to the application of honest materials. Crafted from the finest selection of oak and flawless saddle l...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2212 Two-Seat Sofa in Black Leather & Teak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa with original black leather upholstery. Legs of teak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Natural Grain Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Patinated Natural Grain Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Oak, patinated natural grain leather Style: Mid century, S...
Leather, Oak