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Borge Mogensen Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
Børge Mogensen was one of Denmark’s most influential designers, celebrated for creating furniture
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Borge Mogensen Bookcase
Borge Mogensen Bookcase
H 123 in W 69 in D 26 in
Borge Mogensen Bookcase Medium
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A bastion of the Danish Modern design movement, to us, Børge Mogensen embodies integrity. His
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Borge Mogensen Bookcase Medium
Borge Mogensen Bookcase Medium
H 44.49 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Børge mogensen bookcase in teak
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Borge Mogensen Manufacturer: Soborg Era: 1958 Materials: Teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Børge mogensen bookcase in teak
Børge mogensen bookcase in teak
H 57 in W 39.5 in D 12.5 in
Børge Mogensen Bookcase in Oak
By Børge Mogensen
Located in PARIS, FR
Oak bookcase by Borge Mogensen for Karl Anderson & Soner. This oak bookcase was created in 1955 as
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Børge Mogensen Bookcase in Oak
Børge Mogensen Bookcase in Oak
H 55.52 in W 52.76 in D 10.24 in
Pair of 1960s Borge Mogensen bookcases for Karl Andersson and Soner
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of bookcases by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson and Soner. The pair is in good restored
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Borge Mogensen Large Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A bastion of the Danish Modern design movement, to us, Børge Mogensen embodies integrity. His
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Teak

Borge Mogensen Large Bookcase
Borge Mogensen Large Bookcase
H 62.6 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Børge Mogensen Medium Teak Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A bastion of the Danish Modern design movement, to us, Børge Mogensen embodies integrity. His
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen Medium Teak Bookcase
Børge Mogensen Medium Teak Bookcase
H 44.3 in W 48.12 in D 11.82 in
1960s Børge Mogensen Danish Teak Cabinet Bookcase, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Bookcase can be separated from cabinet - Adjustable shelves - The item has been carefully
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Bookcase by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern bookcase by Borge Mogensen. 2 available, price for one. 48w 10d 63h
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

vintage bookcase cupboard Borge Mogensen Oresund
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage bookcase cupboard Borge Mogensen Oresund period 60's design Borge Mogensen Andersson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Bookcases

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Oak

vintage bookcase  cupboard  Borge Mogensen  Oresund
vintage bookcase  cupboard  Borge Mogensen  Oresund
H 95.28 in W 52.96 in D 18.12 in
High "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The "China" bookcase in all oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

High "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
High "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
H 63 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Tall "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The "China" bookcase in teak and solid oak frame. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Tall "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
Tall "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
H 63 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Bookcase in teak by Borge Mogensen for FDB
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in PARIS, FR
Signed teak bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler in Denmark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Bookcase in teak by Borge Mogensen for FDB
Bookcase in teak by Borge Mogensen for FDB
H 34.26 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Børge Mogensen Scandinavian Midcentury Oak Bookcase, Denmark 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design oak bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

"China" Bookcase in Teak and Oak by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oiled teak on a soap finished oak base. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Low Midcentury Bookcase, Teak with Colored Drawers by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Rare Midcentury Bookcase in Rosewood by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low bookcase roseoowd. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

"China" Bookcase in Teak and Oak by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in oiled teak on a solid oak base. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen reflects the Danish designer’s aesthetic that
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen reflects the Danish designer’s aesthetic that
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Book Case System by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Large book case system, model no.152 by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler. Made in teak. He designed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Danish Teak Bookcase, Showcase by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik 1960.
By Børge Mogensen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian display shelf. It closes with two sliding glass doors which open onto 3 shelves. Furniture with very balanced proportions with a sober and elegant design. Very fu...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Teak

Stunning Danish oak bookcase shelf Øresund Børge Mogensen Karl Andersson & Söner
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Danish bookcase shelf Øresund by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. Beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s. Large bookcase in teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s. Large bookcase in teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Book Case by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler 1960s China Series
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Book case, model no.152 by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler. Teak shelve on solid oak base. He
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Two Bookcases by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
These impressive bookcases designed by Børge Mogensen reflect the Danish designer’s aesthetic that
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Danish Design Oak Bookcase by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Soner, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Midcentury Modern : Danish Design A Bookcase by Børge Mogensen, top designer from the Danish mid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Pair of China Bookcases in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in oak with adjustable shelves, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Mid-Century "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcases
By C.M. Madsen
Located in Hudson, NY
The Borge Morgensen oak bookcase, shown here, is one of three available. Featuring adjustable
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcases
Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcases
H 62.25 in W 48 in D 10.25 in
Mid-Century "China" Bookcase in Teak & Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in teak and oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Tall Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
"China" bookcase in patinated oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this piece is made by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Tall Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
"China" bookcase in patinated oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this piece is made by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Mid-Century "China" Bookcase in Teak & Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
China bookcase in teak and oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Bookcase in Teak & Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in teak and oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Midcentury Vitrine in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare low vitrine in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak

1960s Teak Book Case System Børge Mogensen FDB Mobler Danish Mid-Century Modern
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Eight foot wide, set of four modular teak bookcases, two with plinth bases, and two without. All
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Bookcase Cabinet Over Dresser
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Børge Mogensen Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Bookcase Cabinet Over Dresser Item # 904VPK13Z An
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Oak

Small Petite Danish Midcentury Bookcase in Walnut
By Børge Mogensen, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nice proportions in the walnut bookcase on tapered legs with original finish and nice patina. Has
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Walnut

Børge Mogensen Teak Cupboard With Bookcase Hutch
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Børge Mogensen Manufacturer: Søborg Era: 1950s Materials: Teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. In the style of Carlo Jensen/Hundevad/Børge Mogensen. This bookcase
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
H 76.19 in W 56.5 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century Light Oak Danish Modern 4' Credenza with 6 Adjustable Shelf Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century light oak Danish modern 4' credenza with 6 adjustable shelf unit bookcase. Lower
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Børge Mogensen shelving Model 291 by Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in LYON, FR
Rare Danish Model 291 wall mounted bookcase designed by Borge Mogensen in 1956 produced by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen 4 Paneled Shelving and Storage Cabinet in Wood and Glass
By Børge Mogensen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A teak Scandinavian Modern wall unit designed by Børge Mogensen, Sweden. Features adjustable
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Teak Bookcase
Located in Fairfield, ME
A superior model #232 designed by Borge Mogensen for FDB. Mogensen was the development head of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Fairfield, ME
Offered is the iconic secretary by Borge Mogensen. This one comes with the optional stacking
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Midcentury Borge Mogensen Bookcase and Chest of Drawers
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
This Danish Modern bookcase and chest of drawers, designed by Borge Mogensen, is white oak with
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Bookcase in Teak and Oak
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modest yet exceptionally functional bookcase designed in the 1940s by Børge Mogensen for FDB
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen Bookcase Model 291 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall-mounted bookcase model 291 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Oak, Teak, Pine

Børge Mogensen Bookcases Produced by C.M. Madsen in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of bookcases designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by C. M. Madsen in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Teak Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen teak bookcase from Aalborg, Denmark, circa 1950s. The cabinet features a slender
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Teak Bookcase
Børge Mogensen Teak Bookcase
H 57 in W 39.25 in D 12.5 in
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Borge Mogensen Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal borge mogensen bookcase for your home. A borge mogensen bookcase — often made from wood, oak and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the borge mogensen bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A borge mogensen bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made borge mogensen bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen and FDB Møbler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Borge Mogensen Bookcase?

The average selling price for a borge mogensen bookcase at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $542 on the low end and $26,585 for the highest priced.

Børge Mogensen for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.