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
$979 / set
H 29.93 in W 18.51 in D 15.75 in
3 Vintage Danish Teak Chair By Arne Hovmand-Olsen Model NR Mk 200 , 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Gaggenau, DE
1 of 3 Vintage Danish teak By Arne Hovmand-Olsen Model NR Mk 200 , 1960s Made in Denmark in the 60s Dimensions: Width: 47 cm Depth: 40 cm Height: 76 cm Seat Height: 45 cm p...
Fabric, Teak
$7,080 / set
H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
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
$25,370 / set
H 28.75 in W 24.02 in D 25.6 in
Danish Modern Mogens Koch "MK 51" Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Leather, 1950s
By Mogens Koch, Ivan Schlechter
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
Mogens Koch Folding Chairs MK-16, Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in TOURS, FR
An original pair of Mogens Koch folding chairs model "MK-16" made at Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1970s Mogens Koch designed the MK16 Folding Chair in 1932
Brass
MK 51 - 'Fireplace Chair' in mahogany by Mogens Koch
By Ivan Schlechter, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
MK 51 - 'Fireplace Chair' in mahogany og patinated natural leather. Designed in 1936. Labelled from manufacturer Ivan Schlecter, designed by Mogens Koch.
Leather, Mahogany
$3,268 / set
H 30.32 in W 18.51 in D 15.75 in
1 of 3 Vintage Danish Teak By Arne Hovmand-Olsen Model NR Mk 310, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Gaggenau, DE
1 of 3 Vintage Danish teak And Danish cord By Arne Hovmand-Olsen Model NR Mk 310 1960s Made in Denmark in the 60s Dimensions: Width: 47 cm Depth: 40 cm Height: 77 cm Seat He...
Teak
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
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 Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
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 Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
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 Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
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 Interna, Mogens Koch
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
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, 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
$1,360 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$8,753Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$2,242
H 11.42 in W 17.33 in D 18.51 in
Antique Patinated Terracotta Planter or Garden Pot Seashell Form, 1920´s Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful planter or garden pot in patinated terracotta made in Sweden in the early 20th century.
Terracotta
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
$1,504Sale 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
$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
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$1,014 / item
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Brown Beige Velvet, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
"Bold" Pink Marble Bold Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
The BOLD pink marble Side Table is built from solid stone with clean lines and a simple structure. Its surface highlights the natural tones and patterns of pink marble. This minimal...
Marble
$7,623 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
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
$6,400
H 27 in W 35 in D 32 in
Viggo Boesen Style 1940s Danish Low Club or Lounge Chair in Pearl Sheepskin
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Comfortable, exuberant, and ultracool Danish lounge chair from the 1930-40's. These type of chairs were produced as companions to the curved "banana" sofas coming out of the of the ...
Beech, Sheepskin
Pair of Gustav Axel Berg Swedish Club Chairs Circa 1945
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice pair of mid 1940’s club chairs by Gustav Axel Berg of Sweden. Reupholstered in an off white boucle. Good reupholstered condition. Some wear and nicks to the legs.
Upholstery
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.