Safari Chairs Model MK-16 by Mogens Koch (Denmark, 1932)
Located in Milano, IT
Rare pair of MK-16 safari chairs by Danish master Mogens Koch, an iconic 1932 design that blends refined craftsmanship with the functional spirit of expedition furniture.
Brass
Pair of Mogens Koch 'MK 16' Foldable Armchairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Mogens Koch ‘MK 16’ foldable armchairs with brown leather and canvas. This safari type chair was designed by Mogens Koch in the 1930s. This safari type chair was des...
Leather
Danish Modern Mogens Koch "MK 51" Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Leather, 1950s
By Ivan Schlechter, Mogens Koch
Located in Odense, DK
Set of elegant lounge chairs designed by Mogens Koch in 1936. The MK51 was part of a small series of upholstered furniture that Koch designed in the 1930s that has become iconic piec...
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming folding chair based on traditional British Campaign furniture.
Leather, Beech
Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Chair
By Mogens Koch
Located in Montreal, QC
Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari chair in rosewood foldable safari chair by Danish architect and designer Mogens Koch.
Rosewood
Pair of Mogens Koch Mk-16 Folding Safari Chairs
By Interna Denmark, Mogens Koch
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of folding chairs designed by Mogens Koch in 1932 and manufactured by Interna Denmark cabinetmaker. Made in natural beech wood and brass. Back, seat and cushions in light canvas...
Brass
Unavailable
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Folding Safari / Directors Chair Mogens Koch MK-16 Interna, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Munster, DE
Beautifully patinated safari chair by Mogens Koch, manufactured in the 1960s.
Canvas
Sold
H 34 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in
Danish Folding Campaign Chairs Model Mk 16, a Set of Six by Mogens Koch
By Interna Denmark, Mogens Koch
Located in Portland, OR
Set of six with stand. Classic design canvas and beech construction MK16 folding chairs by architect Mogens Koch. This set dates to the 1970s. In fantastic hardly used condition. Dim...
Brass
Mogens Koch MK-16 Folding Chair
By Mogens Koch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautifully executed campaign folding chair. Rosewood, brass and original leather.
Leather
Important Pair of Mogens Koch MK-16 Folding Campaign Chairs
By Mogens Koch
Located in CA, CA
An important pair of handmade Mogens Koch folding Campaign chairs. Originally designed in 1932 as temporary church seating, this pair of scarce and historically important chairs date...
Brass
Pair of 1950s Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Folding Chairs
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of instructor chairs (folding chairs), model MK16, in rosewood and black leather. Mogens Koch 1898-1992. Designed in 1932, performed by Rud. Rasmussen. Original condition, good ...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in
Mogens Koch Folding Chairs MK-16 in Beech & Canvas, Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Odense, DK
An original pair of Mogens Koch folding chairs model "MK-16" made at Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1970s. A beautiful Scandinavian Modern icon in with seat and back in natural li...
Canvas, Beech
Sold
H 30 in W 19.25 in D 20 in
Set of Six (6) Model Mk 310 Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a stunning set of six Model Mk 310 Dining Chairs by the renowned Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen.
Faux Leather, Naugahyde, Wood, Teak
MK 16 Set of six chairs by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
MK 16 - Set of 6 instructor/folding chairs in mahogany and canvas with brass details. Mogens Koch / Rud. Rasmussen.
Leather, Canvas, Mahogany
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Model MK-119 Lounge Chair for Mogens Kold
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully crafted lounge chair designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold in Denmark, circa 1950s. This Danish Modern chair features a solid teak wood frame with a slatted back...
Fabric, Teak
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H 34.26 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Mogens Koch MK-16 Folding Chair in Teak Wood with Canvas for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful folding chairs (model MK-16), designed by Mogens Koch in the early 1930s. These examples were manufactured by Rud Rasmussen (signed with label) and feature a (rare) teak fr...
Brass
MK 30 folding stool by Mogens Koch, design 1960's
By Mogens Koch
Located in PARIS, FR
Very elegant stool, representative of the design of Mogens Koch, Danish architect and designer known for his timeless style, comfort and functionality in the design of his products. ...
Leather, Mahogany
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H 35.04 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
Pair of MCM Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chairs, Folding Directors, Danish, 1970s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid Century Pair of Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair, Folding Directors chair, Danish, 1970s Pair of vintage leather & teak folding Safari Chairs, Model ‘MK 16 Safari’ originally de...
Brass
Early MK-16 Leather Campaign Chair by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early patinated leather MK-16 folding Campaign safari chair by Mogens Koch.
Brass
Set of Four MK-16 Folding Chairs by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in London, GB
A lovely set of four MK-16 Chairs designed by the Professor Mogens Koch, three by Interna and one by Rud Rasmussen. They have beautiful beech frames with there original canvas slings...
Brass
Sold
H 33.86 in W 20.48 in D 18.9 in
1930s Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Folding Chairs in Teak, Brass and Black Leather
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Knebel, DK
Mogens Koch designed the folding chair in 1932 reinterpreting the traditional folding stool archetype by pairing easy folding functionality with modern aesthetics - but the chairs w...
Brass
Sold
H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Mogens Koch MK-16 Directors / Safari Chair for Interna, Denmark, 1960s
By Interna Denmark, Mogens Koch
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari chair for Interna, Denmark, 1960s.
Leather, Beech
Mk-16 Folding Safari Chairs by Mogens Koch (Denmark)
By Mogens Koch
Located in New York, NY
This complete set of six MK-16 Folding Safari Chairs is an iconic representation of Danish functionalist design.
Brass
Sold
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Folding Safari / Directors Chair Mogens Koch MK-16 Interna, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautifully patinated safari chair by Mogens Koch, manufactured in the 1960s.
Canvas
Pair of Mogens Koch 'MK 16' Foldable Armchairs, Denmark, 1930s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Mogens Koch ‘MK 16’ foldable armchairs with brown leather and canvas. This safari type chair was designed by Mogens Koch in the 1930s.
Canvas
Sold
H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Mogens Koch MK-16 Directors / Safari Chairs, Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A stunning set of six rare leather Mogens Koch MK-16 folding safari chairs, produced by Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960s.
Leather, Beech
Mogens Koch Pair of MK-16 Folding Chairs for Interna, 1932/1969
By Mogens Koch
Located in Skokie, IL
Mogens Koch MK-16 folding chairs, pair Interna Denmark, 1932 / 1969 beech, canvas, brass Additional information: Dimensions: 21" w × 20" d × 34.5" h
Brass
Sold
H 34.26 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Mogens Koch MK-16 Folding Chair in Teak Wood with Canvas for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful made Folding Chair (model MK-16) designed by Mogens Koch in the early thirties. This example is manufactured by Rud Rasmussen (signed with label) and features a teak wood f...
Brass
Sold
H 34.5 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
A Pair of Mid-Century 1960s Mogens Koch by Cado Mk-16 Folding Safari Chairs
By Cado, Mogens Koch
Located in Centennial, CO
The chairs are marked with the brass plaques "Mogens Koch CADO " and "Made in Denmark".
Brass
Sold
H 34.65 in W 20.48 in L 34.65 in
Mogens Koch Pair of Mk-16 Folding Safari Chairs by Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of folding chairs designed by Mogens Koch in 1932 and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmaker in Denmark. Made in natural beech wood and brass. Back, seat and cushions in li...
Brass
Mogens Koch MK-50 Wingback Chair and Ottoman
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mahogany wingback chair with matching stool. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with patinated natural leather, fitted with leather covered nails. Model MK-50. Designed 1936....
Mahogany, Leather
Pair of Mogens Koch Mk-16 Folding Chairs by Interna
By Mogens Koch, Interna Denmark
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of folding chairs designed by Mogens Koch in 1932 for a church as extra seating ,Beachwood canvas brass this model made by Interna Denmark cabinetmaker in 1960’s.
Beech
Early Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Chair
By Mogens Koch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A foldable safari chair by Danish architect and designer Mogens Koch.
Brass
Sold
H 34.45 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Mogens Koch, Set of 2 "MK-16" Safari Chairs for Rud, Rasmussen, Denmark 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of 2 "MK-16" foldable chairs, designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen. Good vintage condition.
Linen, Beech
60s Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Interna
By Mogens Koch, Interna
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming folding chair based on traditional British campaign furniture.
Leather, Oak
Pair of MK 16 Safari Directors Chairs by Mogens Koch Leather
By Mogens Koch
Located in Basel, CH
Pair of foldable directors chairs model 'MK 16 Safari' in black leather by Mogens Koch for Interna, Denmark.
Brass
Mogens Koch ‘MK-16’ Safari Chair for Interna Set / 2
By Mogens Koch, Interna
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming folding chair based on traditional British campaign furniture.
Leather, Canvas, Oak
$1,969 / set
H 84 in W 59 in D 55 in
Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s, Switzerland
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Leather Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus , 1960s, Switzerland Measurements : Height: 84 cm Width: 59 cm Depth: 55 cm Seating height: 37 cm Please do not he...
Leather, Wood
$2,433 / item
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint Safari Chair by Rud Rasmussen, Ash Frame & Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated leather. Frame in solid ash. Model Safari ...
Leather, Ash
Mogens Koch MK16 Folding Safari Chair for Cado, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Cado
Located in Barcelona, ES
MK16 folding Safari chair designed in 1932 by Mogens Koch and produced in 1960's by Cado, Denmark. Stained beech wood, leather, brass and new canvas upholstery.
Brass
$1,564 / set
H 32.68 in W 22.05 in D 20.87 in
Pair Mogens Koch MK-16 Folding Chair in Oak Wood with Red Leather for Valmazan
By Valmazan, Mogens Koch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful made pair Folding Chairs (model MK-16) after the design of Mogens Koch. These examples where manufactured by Valmazan, Spain and features a stained oak frame with brass det...
Brass
$5,794Sale Price|47% Off
H 26.78 in W 32.68 in D 23.63 in
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
Safari Chair by Elias Svedberg for NK
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Kramfors, SE
Safari chair by Elias Svedberg for NK – Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. The chair is a part of the Trivia series and was designed and manufactured during the second part of the 20th ce...
Hardwood
$5,680 / set
H 25.2 in W 32.29 in D 29.14 in
Karin Mobring, A Pair of Armchairs, Model "Natura", Swedish Mid Century, 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of charming Swedish Mid Century Modern lounge chairs in solid pine, upholstered in leather with a fine patina. Designed by Karin Mobring, model "Natura" in the 1970s. Reminisc...
Leather, Pine
$9,995 / set
H 32.75 in W 29 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ernst Schwadron, 1940s
By Ernst Schwadron
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern lounge chairs designed by Austrian designer Ernst Schwadron in the 1940s, showcasing the graceful balance of European modernism and timeless craftsmanship. Newly u...
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
$4,519 / set
H 27.17 in W 28.35 in D 26.78 in
Pair of Scandinavian Easy Chairs with Teak and Leather by Westnofa, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautiful "Scandinavian Modern" easy chairs, by Westnofa, made in the 1960s. The chairs are made from teak and high quality aniline leather and come fully restored.
Leather, Teak
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.
Oak
Vintage 1960s Safari Chair in Leather, Brass and Canvas
By Mogens Koch
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s vintage folding Safari chair in canvas, brass and leather and hardwood frame. Constructed of high quality components and with attention to detail. The brass accents have devel...
Brass
$3,484 / item
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair with ottoman
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. With ottoman. Frame in solid ash. Model Safari chair, made by Rud Rasmussen.
Leather, Ash
$9,270 / set
H 34.26 in W 22.84 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Frits Henningsen Armchairs in Mahogany, Cane and Leather, Denmark, 1931
By Frits Henningsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed and produced by Frits Henningsen in Denmark in the early 1930s. The frames are crafted from solid mahogany, showcasing warm tones and finely...
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
$5,471 / set
H 27.17 in W 26.78 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chairs, Ash and Leather, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Rødding, DK
This pair of Sirocco safari chairs was designed by Arne Norell and produced in Sweden, confirmed by the manufacturer's label to the leg. The frames are built in solid ash, with turn...
Brass
$6,684
H 30.71 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Senator Lounge Chair, c1960s The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal and mode...
Wool
$1,124Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 29 in W 27 in D 25 in
Borge Jensen for Bernstorffsminde Møbelfabrik Teak Safari Chairs - a Pair
By Borge Jensen
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
A sturdier take on a traditional safari chair with more robust frame. All teak with canvas upholstery and leather straps. A timeless combination.
Upholstery, Teak, Leather
$1,216
H 12.6 in Dm 4.14 in
Incised Cream and Charcoal Ceramic Table Lamp by Georges Gehel, France, 1950s
By Jacques Innocenti
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
A rare studio pottery table lamp crafted circa 1950s in France by Georges Gehel, a notable artist from the golden age of Vallauris. The piece features an elegant modernist silhouett...
Ceramic
$6,582 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$3,515 / item
H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...
Brass
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$648Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
$4,500
H 20.08 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Jindřich Halabala Art Deco Stool in Walnut Burl and Cowhide, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Prague, New Town
Art Deco stool, designed by Jindřich Halabala. Produced by Spojené UP závody Brno, Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Frame in solid beech with walnut burl veneer. Recently restored and reuphols...
Cowhide, Walnut, Burl
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
Metal
$1,485Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 9.45 in
Chloe Rattan Table Lamps, Handcrafted Lighting, Organic Design, New
Located in Oxford, GB
A Pair of Chloe Rattan Table Lamps Handcrafted with care in our workshop, the Chloe Rattan Table Lamp is an original design that blends artisanal charm with organic elegance. Eac...
Rattan
$2,160 / item
H 10 in W 16 in D 16 in
Collectible Modern Fabric Sculptural Table Lamp by Mirei Monticelli, Aphrodite
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Aphrodite lamp takes form from the godess Venus born of sea-spray, depicted by the revered painter Sandro Boticelli. The lampshade is made from banaca fabric, and the lamp base i...
Cement
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$2,062 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Sold|$3,186
H 87 in W 50 in D 50 in
Mid-Century modern scandinavian chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch. New product.
By GETAMA, Mogens Koch
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mogens Koch designed the MK16 Folding Chair for a supplemental church seating contest, reinterpreting the traditional folding stool by pairing easy folding and storage functionality ...
Leather, Oak
$1,883 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 4.73 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp / Flush Pende, Re Edit
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWM...
Crystal, Brass
Rattan Drape Side Table
Located in Paris, FR
Side Table Rattan Drape with all structure in rattan in natural finish.
Rattan
Vintage Mogens Koch furniture endures as a sophisticated example of Scandinavian modernism in today’s homes. The award-winning mid-century Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort and accessibility. While these are traits that we typically attribute to American mid-century modern design — as well as the coveted furnishings that originated in Scandinavian workshops — Koch also drew on older traditions and techniques. His chairs, tables and other items show the influence of the Shaker style and English pieces of the 18th century.
Koch was born in Copenhagen and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. After graduating, he worked as an assistant to Kaare Klint, an important figure in Danish modernism who was responsible for establishing the furniture design program at Koch’s alma mater. Klint favored historical styles and inspired Koch to view furniture design as an evolutionary process built on the traditions of the past. Over the course of their partnership, in the late 1920s, Koch began creating modular bookcases. Simple yet elegant, vintage Mogens Koch bookcase systems — which were over the years crafted in comely woods such as mahogany, oak and cherrywood — are all about versatility and flexibility, intended to be configured to fit rooms of all shapes and sizes.
In 1932, Rud Rasmussen began to produce Koch bookcase designs. An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming folding chair based on traditional British campaign furniture. It greatly resembles Klint’s own Safari chair, which was designed in 1933 and was also inspired by military furniture. It became one of Koch’s signature armchairs. The seat inspired a series of folding furniture pieces, including tables that could collapse for storage.
In 1938, Koch was awarded the Eckersberg Medal from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. He took an associate professor role at the school in 1940. In 1950, he became a full professor of architecture and continued teaching until 1968. The academy also awarded him their highest honor — the C.F. Hansen Medal — in 1963. Later in life, Koch won the 1990 Danish Design Center's Classic Award and the 1992 Industrial Design Prize.
On 1stDibs, you can find vintage Mogens Koch storage pieces, coffee tables and more.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.