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.
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Armchair in oak and leather by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare armchair designed by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden during the 1950s. Made in oak and leather with a beautiful patina.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Original Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak and original cognac brown leather Style: Mid century, Sc...
Oak, Leather
Borge Mogensen Easy Chair & Ottoman 1970's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This is a set comprising an oak armchair and stool designed by Børge Mogensen and manufactured by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark. The frame is crafted from oak, a rare and prized ...
Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 3242 Oak Side or Armchair for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful armchair designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1960s and manufactured by Fredericia. Typical of Mogensen's timeless elegance with minimalistic sharp yet refined lines. Made in ...
Linen, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of vintage cognac full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Set of Six Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs in Teak & Niger Leather, 1939, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A very rare and important set of six teakwood dining chairs designed by Børge Mogensen and made by cabinetmaker Ove Lander, Denmark in 1939. Sea...
Leather, Teak
$18,498 / item
Mogensen 2333 Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2333 3-seater sofa with rectangular sides was the last piece of furniture Børge Mogensen designed. The geometric design was the conclusion of Mogensen’s minimalist exclusive upholstered furniture...
Oak
Scandinavian Midcentury Dining Chairs "Asserbo" by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Original set of ten dining chairs model "Asserbo", designed by Børge Mogensen and manufactured by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden. The chairs are made of pine with seagrass seating. T...
Seagrass, Pine
Set of Børge 'Borge' Mogensen Hunting Dining Chairs Model 3251, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A set of five Børge Mogensen dining chairs model no. 3251 for Fredericia Furniture, with saddle leather on an oak frame, in original condition with a wonderful age and patina. Fast ...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen "Spoke-back" Sofa by Fritz Hansen, 1963, Danish Modern
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Early production "Spoke-Back" sofa by Børge Mogensen. This example manufactured in 1963, the first year of production, by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. Beautifully patinated beechwood an...
Beech
$1,263Sale Price|40% Off
"Öresund" Oak Armchair by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Karis, Nyland
"Öresund" chair was designed by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. It has been in production since 1955. The design was inspired by American Shaker furniture. This chair, wit...
Brass
Early Børge Mogensen, 'The Spanish chair', 1958
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An early version of Børge Mogensen's iconic 'The Spanish chair' with frame of solid oak, mounted with grain leather. Designed by Borge Mogensen 1958 and executed by Fredericia Furn...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Børge Mogensen. Manufacturer: Fredericia Stolefabrik. Period or model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Wood, leather. Condition: This Børge Mogensen sofa...
Leather
Original J52B Chair by Børge Mogensen
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Brescia, IT
Danish 1950s model J52B chair by Børge Mogensen, in natural beech with imprinted FDB Møbler mark. J52B chair designed by Børge Mogensen in 1952 for FDB Møbler, a symbol of Danish de...
Beech
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with walnut elegance leather. Legs of oak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching three seater, pair of lounge chairs and otto...
Leather, Teak
Borge Mogensen Spanish Chair, Black
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
With the Spanish chair, Mogensen expanded upon his work with solid oak and saddle leather. The chair was launched in 1958 as part of an innovative living space exhibition, in which a...
Oak
Børge Mogensen 2207 Living Room Set, Black Leather, Fredericia, Denmark, 1968
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Dronten, NL
A vintage early living room set designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Denmark and upholstered in luxurious all-black leather. Consisting of a 2-seater Model 2207 sofa an...
Leather, Beech
6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s
By Soborg Mobler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare set of six Model 1788 chairs (also known as the "Dining Chair" or "Shell Chair" in teak) designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956. They are an absolute classic ...
Wood, Teak
Set of 11 Børge Mogensen Danish Mid-Century Teak & Woven Seagrass Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 11 Danish Mid-Century dining side chairs with teak wood frames and woven seagrass seats, resting on four dowel legs. (BØRGE MOGENSEN)(PRICED AS Set) 7 chairs in good conditi...
Teak
Borge Mogensen Leather Wingback Armchair with Ottoman
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome Borge Mogensen black leather wingback chair and ottoman. Magnificent original black leather with great patina and teak base Designed in 1970 - Manufactured by Fredericia ...
Leather, Teak
$4,970 / item
Bm 61 Børge Mogensen 61 Dining Chair
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Slender yet solid, simple yet striking, the BM61 Chair and BM62 Armchair bring us back to nature in a welcome return to simple shapes that capture the essen...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa Model 2213, Teak Legs, Leather, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with jepard aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
$1,098 / item
Børge Mogensen J39 Dining Chair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
J39, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1947. This versatile masterpiece is crafted from solid wood and features a hand-woven seat in natural paper cord.
Oak
Set Of 6 "Folke Chair" Model J39 Made In Teak & Oak By Børge Mogensen From 1950s
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, known as the Folkestolen, model J39, designed by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler in the 1950s. The chairs have teak backrests and the rest of the frame in oak, ...
Oak, Teak
Pair of Danish Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Patinated Leather by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs in patinated leather designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Møbelfabrik. Outstanding quality and very comfortable. Original condition.
Leather, Teak
$3,400 / item
Borge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful highback lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, mahogany frame with adjustable seat and back...
Upholstery, Mahogany, Suede
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
$10,122 / item
Borge Mogensen Hunting Chair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1950, The Hunting chair was Mogensen’s first work with exposed wooden framing and saddle leather. The seat is adjustable with solid brass buc...
Oak
Borge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair, Model 3237, Cognac
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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 Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, Beech and Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of mokka full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
$22,169 / set
Pair of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen. Oak and original cognac leather, with the perfect patina. Produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Global shipping available...
Oak
$4,083 / set
Pair of Børge Mogensen armchairs, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model Asserbo, designed by Borge Mogensen. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner, 1960s.
Oak
$2,400 / set
Set of Four Borge Mogensen Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless and versatile, this set embodies the quiet elegance of Danish modern design.
Teak, Plywood
Børge Mogensen "Sled Chair" and ottoman for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1960
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
This pair of Børge Mogensen model 2256 lounge chairs and ottomans was designed in 1956 for Fredericia Stolefabrik — the Danish workshop where many of Mogensen’s most iconic designs t...
Fabric, Alpaca, Oak
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with canvas and cognac aniline tubings. Legs in teak. Model 2204, made by Fredericia ...
Leather, Teak, Canvas
Børge Mogensen Armchair, Fredericia Furniture, oak and leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen armchair made in partly solid oak. New upholstered with black aniline leather. Made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
1950s Børge Mogensen Two Shell Chairs in Oak and Teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two shell chairs designed in 1950 for Søborg Møbelfabrik. The shell chair distinguishes itself by the use of a plywood molding technique. The chair consists of two wide and ...
Oak, Teak
Rare 'BM61' Side Chair in Oak by Børge Mogensen for Lauritsen & Søn, 1957
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A very rare and beautiful ‘BM61’ chair designed by Børge Mogensen in 1957. Made of solid oak with nice details such as the visible joints and sledge feet. The original cane is in goo...
Cane, Oak
Set of 10 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of four Model 537 oresund chairs was designed by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. It has been in production since 1955. These chairs s...
Brass
Børge Mogensen Two-Seater "Model 211" Oak Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1956
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Odense, DK
Rare vintage sofa in oak and teakwood by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik in 1956. This model was made in different sizes and is very rarely...
Wool, Oak, Teak
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1944
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs model Ruder Konge in Mahogany and Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1944 Additional Information: Material: Mahogany and leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Very...
Mahogany, Leather
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 cognac vintage full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Set of 4 "BM-1" Dinning Oak Chairs for C.M Møbler, 1947, Denmark
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in The Hague, NL
Here is a refined 1stDibs-ready description including oak and papercord details: --- **Børge Mogensen B01 Chair in Oak and Papercord** Designed by Børge Mogensen, the B01 chair is...
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen Pinewood Seagrass Armchair Model 504 Karl Andersson & Sons, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of Børge Mogensen armchairs model 504 from the "Asserbo" series made at Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden in the 1960s. The chairs are made of Scandinavian pinewood and both chairs...
Seagrass, Pine
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 cognac pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
$22,169 / set
Pair of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen. Oak and original cognac leather, with the perfect patina. Produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Global shipping available.
Oak
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner MCM Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set 16
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner Mid Century Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 16 Each chair measures: 24 wide x 21 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and...
Upholstery, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with black leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture. Matching three seat sofa available
Leather, Oak
Four Børge 'Borge' Mogensen Hunting Dining Chairs Model 3251, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A set of four Børge Mogensen dining chairs model no. 3251 for Fredericia Furniture, with saddle leather on an oak frame, in original condition with a wonderful age and patina. Fast ...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner MCM Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set 12
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner Mid Century Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 12 Each chair measures: 24 wide x 21 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and...
Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Early Børge Mogensen BM-62 Armchairs in Oak & Cane by Fredericia, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of armchairs / dining chairs in oak and woven cane by Børge Mogensen model "BM-62" produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1960s. In good vintage and matching condition...
Cane, Oak
$5,835 / item
Bm 62 Børge Mogensen 62 Armchair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Slender yet solid, simple yet striking, the BM61 chair and BM62 armchair bring us back to nature in a welcome return to simple shapes that capture the essen...
Oak
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen. New foam and Teddy faux fur upholstery.
Canvas
Børge Mogensen 1960s Two-Seat Sofa in Black Leather with Oak Legs
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa original upholstered with black leather. Legs of oak. Model 2322, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2323, New Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of soap treated oak. Model 2323, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Børge Mogensen "Spanish Chairs" in Oak and Saddle Leather
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Dallas, TX
An early pair of Børge Mogensen model 2226 Spanish chairs by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Solid oak frames with heavily patinated saddle leather seat and backs. The leather is supple an...
Leather, Oak
Set of 6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark
By Soborg Mobler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare set of six Model 1788 chairs (also known as the "Dining Chair" or "Shell Chair" in teak) designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956. They are an absolute classic ...
Wood, Teak
$14,220 / item
Mogensen 2208 Sofa
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2208 two seater sofa features an elegantly curved lowered back and was designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963.
Oak
$1,392 / item
Børge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’ – Designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Oak
Børge Mogensen Soborg Chair – Wood Frame, Seat & Back Upholstered
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Mogensen presented the prototype for the Børge Mogensen Soborg Chair in 1950. His intention was to fuse plywood shells with his signature s...
Oak