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
Børge Mogensen Set of Six Dining Chairs, Waxed Oak & Leather, 1970
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
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
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
$4,480Sale 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 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
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
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Set of 'Spanish' Dining Chairs in Oak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
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
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner MCM Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set 6
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner Mid Century Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 24 wide x 21 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and ...
Upholstery, 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
Set of Eight Oak and leather Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
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
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
Set of Børge 'Borge' Mogensen Hunting Dining Chairs Model 3251, Denmark, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
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
1970s Borge Mogensen Set of Six Model 3241 Dining Chairs in Oak
By Frederecia Furniture, Børge Mogensen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six model 3241 dining chairs in oak designed in 1968 by Børge Mogensen for Frederecia Stolefabrik. The chairs and upholstery are in very good condition.
Oak
$3,792 / item
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Arm Chair – Model 3238
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
Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Søberg Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of ten teak dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, model 155, in a rare edition with steel legs. Elegant, light expression. Two of the chairs have...
Steel
$5,900 / set
Danish Teak Dining Chairs in New Black Leather
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of Mid-century dining handcrafted of solid old-growth teak, with sturdy joinery, comfortable curved backrest restored in a hand-buffed natural oil finish, and newly upholstered s...
Leather, Teak
Early set of "People's chairs" by Børge Mogensen, Beech & Mahogany, 1940s
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare first edition set of Børge Mogensen´s iconic "People's chair" made in the 1940s for the retailer FDB, where Mogensen was head of design. The chairs are made from beech and ...
Papercord, Beech, Mahogany
Expertly Restored -Børge Mogensen "FolkeStole" J-39 Dining Chairs for FDB Møbler
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen "FolkeStole" J-39 dining chairs for FDB Møbler. Materials: Beech Wood, New Rush Chord Seats ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Cent...
Wood, Beech, Rush
$2,245Sale Price / set|20% Off
1960s Børge Mogensen Model 122 Oak and Teak Dining Chairs for Søborg Møbelfabric
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Praha, CZ
- The chairs have been carefully refurbished - Height of seat 48 cm.
Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen 2 Armchairs of Pine Asserbo No. 503 Karl Andersson, Sweden 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two armchairs by the Danish furniture designer Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) model 503 from the Asserbo series. Manufactured by Karl Andersson & Sons in Sweden in the 1970's ...
Lambskin, Pine
Børge Mogensen Set of 8 "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
$14,400 / set
Borge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This is a vintage dining chair, Model 3237, derived from the iconic Spanish Chair—one of the masterworks designed by Danish design legend Børge Mogensen. Inspired by his travels in S...
Leather, Oak
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
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
$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
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
$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
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
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
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 Set of 4 "BM-1" Dinning Oak Chairs for C.M Møbler, 1947, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
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
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 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
Pair of Early Børge Mogensen BM-62 Armchairs in Oak & Cane by Fredericia, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
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
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
$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
Set of 6 Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs for Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of six Danish Modern dining chairs designed by Børge Mogensen and manufactured by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted in solid teak, these chairs sh...
Teak
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner MCM Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set 8
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner Mid Century Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 8 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 for Karl Andersson & Söner MCM Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set 8
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner Mid Century Danish Oak Dining Chairs - Set of 8 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 Spanish Dining Chair Natural Saddle Leather for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in New York, NY
The Spanish Dining Chair is a generous and exquisitely crafted chair in Børge Mogensen’s well known series of saddle leather chairs. Over time, as the leather expands, the adjustable...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair Black Leather Black Oak for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in New York, NY
The Spanish Dining Chair is a generous and exquisitely crafted chair in Børge Mogensen’s well known series of saddle leather chairs. Over time, as the leather expands, the adjustable...
Leather, 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 Set of Four Dinning Chairs for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen set of four dining chairs in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
$561Sale Price / item|20% Off
Scandinavian Design Børge Mogensen Modern Dining Chairs in Oak, 1960's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stølefabrik, Denmark, 1956. Danish modern dining chairs in soap-treated oak with seats in leather. This model 3236 chair...
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
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
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
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
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
$3,210 / item
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair – Model 3237
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
$3,232 / set
1960s teak dining chairs Karl Andersson & Söner
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 6 teak chairs with upholstered seat covered in checked fabric. Karl Andersson & Söner production, 1960s. Set of six chairs produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in the 1960s, an...
Teak
$373Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Børge Mogensen Chair for FDB Møbler, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Praha, CZ
- The seat pillow has been newly upholstered - Good original condition - Height of seat 44 cm.
Wood
1960s Borge Mogensen Model 248 Swivel Lounge Chair in Oak in Very Good Condition
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Børge Mogensen Model 248 swivel lounge chair in oak in very good condition The very comfortable and well crafted chair was designed by one of Denmarks most brilliant and succe...
Oak
Set of Two Fully Restored Danish Borge Mogensen Customizable Armchairs in Oak
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two fully restored Danish Borge Mogensen customizable armchairs in oak The elegant comfortable chairs feature a relatively simple straight lined frame combined with a large c...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Model BM1 Dining Oak Chairs for C.M. Madsens Set of 6
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 6 Model BM1 Chairs. It was designed 1958 by Børge Mogensen and produced by C.M.Madssn Fabriken. These chairs are old and the first production. T...
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen Øresund Dining Chairs for Karl Andersson and Söner, Set of Four
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of four (4) vintage dining chairs in oak and black leather designed by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson and Söner. Designer: Børge Mogensen...
Leather, Oak
Armchairs by Børge Mogensen from Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Solid and stylish oak armchair from the 1960s designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Clean open profile with a solid oak frame. A Classic example of Mogensen's design...
Oak
BM61 Chair, Lacquered Oak/Natural Cane Wicker, by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Dubai, AE
The BM61 chair was designed by Børge Mogensen in 1958, based on a minimal, yet extremely robust construction. The structured design is, however, enriched w...
Wicker, Cane, Oak