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.
Pair of Spanish Chairs in Leather & Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This pair of Spanish Chairs, model 2226, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1950s, stands as a definitive example of Danish moder...
Leather, Oak
The Hunting Chair in Soap Oak/Natural Leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Hunting Chair is one of Børge Mogensen’s most eye-catching chairs, designed in 1950. Seen from the side, what’s most notable about the chair is the sharp diagonal slope from the ...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Easy Chairs Model Bm-2254 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model BM-2254 / Slædestolen designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark. 2 adjustable positions.
Brass
Børge Mogensen Easy Chair Produced by Tage Kristensen & Co in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Tage Kristensen & Co in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Pair Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa's kupe 2292, original leather upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Buffalo, NY
*** NOTE*** PRICED PER SOFA Pair Borge Mogensen Sofas. Kupe (COUPE') sofas Model 2292 ,made by Fredericia Furniture. Retain they're original crimson color leather. beach or oak legs....
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model #2253 Three-Seat Sofa, 1960
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful three-seat sofa model no. 2253, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original salmon colored wool with leather straps on an...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden.
Leather, Pine
Børge Mogensen Four Armchairs for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen four armchairs of oak and natural leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
$6,667Sale Price|25% Off
Kupe 2-Seat Sofa Model 2432 Made In Black Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Kupe 2-person sofa, model 2432, is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1970s, created by the renowned designer Børge Mogensen in collaboration with Fredericia Furniture...
Leather
Early produced Børge Mogensen "Tremme" Sofa Model 1789
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Old „Tremme Sofa“, model 1789 by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen 1945. Børge Mogensen designed this sofa 1945 and the start of producti...
Fabric, Beech
1960s Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Arm Chair Model 3238 by CI Designs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Model 3238 Spanish Dining Chair. It features a brawny quarter-sawn solid oak frame, with a thick slung saddle-leather seat and backrest. It was designed by the great Danish designer Børge Mogensen in 1958 and manufactured by CI designs...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Leather Sofa Coupe 2192 for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Børge Mogensen designed this leather Sofa Coupe model 2192 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. It´s a semianilne brown leather with walnut feet. A Danish masterpiece of upholstery design a...
Leather, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Sofa in Black Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen J39 Dining Chair, Lacquered Oak, Danish Design, 2019
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Model 3239 - By Børge Mogensen Versatile and iconic, the J39 is recognised for its timeless appeal and lasting durability. Designed by Børge Mogensen and launched in 1947, it has bee...
Oak
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Manufactured in the 1950’s in Denmark. It is made of solid oak...
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen Armchairs / Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of armchairs / chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden. Dimensions armchairs (W x D x H): 61.5 x 50 x 77.5 cm, SH 43 cm Dimensions chairs (W x ...
Leather, Pine
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Freestanding two seater sofa with legs of oak. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned ox-hide. Model 2208. Manufactured and marked by Fredericia Stolefabrik.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Børge Mogensen, The Spanish Chair in Light Oiled Oak & Cognac Leather
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Dubai, AE
The iconic Spanish chair is Børge Mogensen’s masterful contribution to modern design, designed for Fredericia in 1958. Solid oak or walnut combined with the highest caliber saddle le...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa with new cognac pure full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2443, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Set of 12 Midcentury Side Chairs in Oak and Paper Cord by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of 12 Scandinavian side chairs in solid oak with paper cord seats. Designed by Børge Mogensen for FDB, Denmark. Original condition.
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, model 2212
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa with original red brown leather upholstery. Legs of oak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching three seater
Leather, Oak
Set of 6 original Borg Mogensen “Shell chairs” model: 155 for Soborg 1950 Danish
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A rare and highly sought-after set of six original Model 155 “Shell Chairs”, designed by the renowned Danish designer Børge Mogensen and produced by Søborg Møbler in Denmark during t...
Oak, Teak
Borge Mogensen Lounge Chair & Stool Models 2204 & 2202 in Leather and Oak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This chair and footstool are in very good original condition, no holes or tears in the Indian red leather, nor any breakages on the Oak legs, As you may have noticed, although bought...
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Armchair in Oak and Black Leather
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, armchair, model '3237', oak, leather, metal, Denmark, 1964. This armchair reminds of the classical foldable 'director-chairs', yet this de...
Metal
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with red leather. Legs of oak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Dining Chair in Teak
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '122', teak, beech, Denmark, design 1952 Børge Mogensen designed a harmoniously proportioned Danish Modern chair featuring...
Beech, Teak
Børge Mogensen Model 3233 Oak Armchair by Fredericia Stolefabric, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Voorburg, NL
Solid and stylish oak armchair from the 1960s designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik of Denmark. Clean open profile with a solid oak frame. Overall excellent condition...
Upholstery, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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, Mahogany
1975 Borge Mogensen "Asserbo" Dining chairs for CI Designs In Oak Set of 4
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1975 production set of Asserbo dining chairs designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by CI designs. CI designs was an ...
Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2204 Lounge Chair, Leather & Wood, 1963
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Turin, Turin
Børge Mogensen was one of the most influential figures in Danish modern design and a leading representative of the Scandinavian design movement. Trained as both a cabinetmaker and a ...
Leather, Wood
Borge Mogensen Spanish Chair
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...
Oak
Borge Mogensen Leather Wingback Settee
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome Borge Mogensen leather wingback settee Magnificent oxblood leather with great patina and teak base Designed in 1970 - Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture. Matching armc...
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Sahara Vacona Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with Vacona Sahara full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Mid-Century Rocking Chair with New Kvadrat Cushion by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree rocking chair from the Danish manufacturer FDB Møbler after a design by Børge Mogensen from the 1960s. The filigree frame is designed in walnut. The backrest is contoured a...
Wood
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Sofa with Teak Legs and Cognac Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac aniline leather and green magrethe wool fabric. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Canvas
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with cognac/tan leather. Legs of oak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
A Danish modern leather and oak 2212 loveseat by Børge Mogensen, signed, 1962
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern Danish leather and wood 2212 loveseat sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture, Denmark circa 1962. This iconic piece sports the original makers’s mark an...
Leather, Wood
Borge Mogensen Spanish Chair, White / Light Oil, Natural Leather
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...
Oak
Børge Mogensen, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 41” H x 80.3 x 32” D Seat Height: 16” H
Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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, Mahogany
Classic Børge Mogensen Oak and Papercord Chair ca' 1950's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic oak and natural rush (papercord) dining or desk chair by Børge Mogensen. Redone seat, oak has a nice vintage patina. The chair is comfortable and is wider than most chairs ...
Oak
BÖRGE MOGENSEN, pair of Spanish armchair, model 3238 for Federicia stolefabric
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic armchair in exceptional conditions. The leather has a beautiful patina and the natural oak is in very condition
Leather, Oak
One of Two Early BM 62 Armchairs by Børge Mogensen for P.Lauritsen and Søn, 1958
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare early production with professionally restored cane This exceptional pair of BM62 armchairs presents one of Børge Mogensen’s most refined designs in a rare mahogany execution. ...
Rattan, Mahogany
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare pair of Danish modern leather lounge chairs designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Møbelfabrik in the 1970s. These elegant armchairs feature beautifully patinated grey leathe...
Leather, Wood
$11,697 / set
Pair of Børge Mogensen Armchairs Model 3238, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of "Spanish/Hunting" dining chairs model 3238 produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Designed by Borge Mogensen. Please note: set of 4 available, listed price is ...
Oak
Borge Mogensen BM-2254 Danish Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Lounge chair + Ottoman model BM-2254 designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s. This chair is adjustable in two different positions. Oak frame. Original fabric. 26...
Fabric, Oak
Danish Windsor 2350 Armchair in Oak Wood by Børge Mogensen by Fredericia, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and sculptural Danish mid century wooden high back windsor armchair in stained oak designed by Børge Mogensen and produced and labeled by Fredericia Furniture in Denmark, 1960...
Oak
Pair of Chairs in Moulded Plywood Maple by Børge Mogensen, 1949
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, BE
Pair of chairs in Moulded plywood maple by Børge Mogensen, 1949. Designed in 1949. Model 9004. Manufactured and marked by Fredericia Furniture, 61/9...
Plywood
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 black pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
$8,500 / set
Borge Mogensen Armchairs
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of armchairs beautiful original leather.
Leather, Teak
Öresund Sofa or Bench by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Öresund sofa or bench, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden, is a rare and elegant piece that exemplifies the essential values of Scand...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Børge Mogensen's, The Spanish Chair in Dark Brown Leather/Oiled Walnut
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Dubai, AE
The iconic Spanish Chair is Børge Mogensen’s masterful contribution to modern design, designed for Fredericia in 1958. Solid oak or walnut combined with the highest caliber saddle le...
Leather, Walnut
Set of Ten Børge Mogensen 61 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane Wicker
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Slender yet solid, simple yet striking, the BM61 dining chair brings us back to nature in a welcome return to simple shapes that capture the essence of a concept. Exposed constructio...
Cane, Oak
Black Leather Børge Mogensen 2208 Living Room Set, Fredericia, Denmark 1968
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
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 3-seater Model 2208 sofa, a...
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with nature leather aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
$4,693Sale Price / set|20% Off
Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Danish midcentury 1950s oak and blue fabric lounge set featuring a 4 seater model 2219 bench sofa and two 2257 armchairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredricia Stolefabrik. Designed a...
Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
$3,210 / item
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair – Model 3237
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 The Spanish Chair Natural Saddle Leather Oak Oil for Fredericia
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Spanish Chair is Børge Mogensen’s masterful contribution to modern design, designed for Fredericia in 1958. Solid oak or walnut combined with the highest calibre saddle le...
Leather, Oak