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Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Danish, 1914-1972

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 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, Mogenson’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.

As you will see from the furnishings on 1stDibs, Børge 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.

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Creator: Børge Mogensen
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen "BM62" Armchair by P. Lauritsen & Søn, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Danish Modern armchair in oak and rattan cane designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and manufactured at "P. La...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Cane, Oak

Set of Six Model 3238 'Spanish' Dining Chairs Designed by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six model 3238 ‘Spanish’ dining chairs designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1950s. Oak and leather. The set contain...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen for Federicia Hunting Chair in Oak and Leather
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Federicia model 'Hunting Chair', Sweden, 1960s Hunting chair, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1950 for the Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition. The theme of the exhibiti...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak, Leather

Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahagony frame with original beige alcantar...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Armchairs Model 2257
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of Danish modern oak armchairs model 2257 by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia, circa 1960s. 24.50"x22.50"x36"18.50" seat height. "Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) was one of the most in...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

BM 62 mahogany armchairs by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare pair of BM62 armchairs with the mahogany structure and the original woven cane. Of high manufacturing quality, this iconic Mogensen armchair is entirely in the essence of Danish...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Cane, Mahogany

Borge Mogensen Armchair 3238 “Hunting Chair” for Fredericia
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Helsinki, FI
Borge Mogensen began his career as a cabinetmaker, then studied furniture design at the school of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen until 1938, under the direction of Kaare Klint, where ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Spanish chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, 1970's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Amstelveen, NL
These chairs probably don't need any introduction. Already world famous by their design and designer. Unmolested chairs from the first owner (!) who bought them in the seventies an...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Borge Mogensen Easy Chairs with Footstool Model 227, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 227, produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. New and reupholstered cushions in Danish Kvadrat fabric. Excellent vintage condition.  
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

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. Global shipping available.  
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Set of 6 dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 "Spanish"/"Jagt spisestolen" dining chairs model 3237 designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Oak with naturally patinated leather seat and back. Very good condition. Please note: an additional set of 4 matching armchairs...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak, Leather

Børge Mogensen Designed Armchairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern leather lounge chairs by Borge Mogensen. Timeless Danish design for your modern home or office. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather

Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahogany frame with original beige alcantar...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of armchairs ‘The Spanish Chair’ model 2226 designed by Börge Mogensen Oak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘The Spanish Chair’ model 2226 designed by Börge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, 1958. Oak and cognac leather. The robust construction, simple lines, ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Set of 'Spanish' Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, set of six 'Spanish Dining Chairs' model 3238, oak, black leather, Denmark, 1964 These chairs remind of the classical foldable 'director-c...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of ‘Safari’ Armchairs
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of ‘Safari’ armchairs model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s This rare pair of armchairs reminds of the classical fol...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Armchairs by Borge Mogensen Model 3238
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian pair of arm chairs model 3238 by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture. Solid laquered oak and leather. Piece bought in 1970. Initialy produced by c...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

1960s Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Arm Chair Model 3238 by CI Designs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Model 3238 Spanish Dining Chair. It features a brawny quarter-sawn solid oak frame, with a thick slung saddle-leather seat and backrest. It was designed by the great Danish designer Børge Mogensen in 1958 and manufactured by CI designs...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen armchair - model "2258" for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant armchair designed by famous Danish designer Børge Mogensen in 1969. Model 2258. Original cover. Solid oak. Perfect condition. Made for Fredericia Furniture. NielsenClas...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Borge Mogensen Spanish Armchair for Frederica
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Wonderfully patinated Oak and Leather armchair by Borge Mogensen for Frederica in the 1960s. Mogensen's signature restrained and honest frame design combines with thick leather sling...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of armchairs model 3237, oak, leather, Denmark, 1964 This pair of armchairs reminds of the classical foldable 'director-chairs', ye...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of 6 Dining Chairs and 2 Armchairs in Teak with Steel by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 6 Dining Chairs and 2 Armchairs in Teak with Steel by Børge Mogensen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and steel Style: midcentury, Scandinavia Produced by S...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Steel

Børge Mogensen, a Pair of "Spanish Chairs", Old Version, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A fantastic pair and examples of the Danish design icon, "The Spanish Chair", designed by Børge Mogensen for Frederica Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Model "BM2226". The Spanish Chair was ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Børge Mogensen Armchairs Model 3238, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of "Spanish/Hunting" dining chairs model 3238 produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Designed by Borge Mogensen. Please note: set of 4 a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Set of Four Armchairs by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
BM 3238 - set of 4 dining chairs (hunting chairs) in solid oak with armrests and patinated leather. Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Pair of Børge Mogensen Spanish Chairs Oak Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of vintage Spanish chairs with original leather by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, Fredericia Stolefabrik, labelled, midcentury. A pair of label...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Spanish Chair Model BM2226 With Patinated Leather Designed by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Spanish Chair, Model BM2226, a masterpiece of design crafted by the renowned Danish designer Børge Mogensen. This iconic chair, upholstered in luxurious patinated leather, exudes...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Borge Mogensen: Pine Armchair
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Description: A pine armchair with woven seagrass. Circa 1970's Designer: Borge Mogensen
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Seagrass, Pine

Set of 3 Dining Chairs Model 236 by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 3 Dining Chairs Model 236 by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s
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1950s Danish Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Wood

80s, Danish design by Børge Mogensen, completely reupholstered armchair
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Tarm, 82
Danish design by Børge Mogensen, armchair model 2257. Completely renovated-reupholstered in quality limon-yellow furniture wool fabric. Solid oak, loo...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two Armchairs for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen two armchairs of oak and natural leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Four Armchairs for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen four armchairs of oak and natural leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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. Global shipping available...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Borge Mogensen Pair of Model 3242 Oak Side or Armchairs for Fredricia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant pair of armchairs model 3242 designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in the 1960s. Very modern and clean profile expressed in a design that was ah...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak, Linen

Børge Mogensen 2 Armchairs of Pine Asserbo No. 503 Karl Andersson, Sweden 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Lambskin, Pine

Bm 62 Børge Mogensen 62 Armchair
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Børge Mogensen Soborg Armchair – Steel Frame, Seat & Back Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 1952 Mogensen built onto the Søborg series with a steel-framed version, a design that he viewed as a reflection on international modernism. The generous back and seat with optiona...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Four Asserbo Chairs by Børge Mogensen for AB Karl Andersson & Söner Sweden 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Almelo, NL
Four pine and papercord ’Asserbo’ armchairs by Børge Mogensen for AB Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden. The paper cord seat is original. Børge Mogensen ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Pine, Papercord

Børge Mogensen Soborg Armchair – Steel Frame
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 1952 Mogensen built onto the Søborg series with a steel-framed version, a design that he viewed as a reflection on international modernism. The generous back and seat with optiona...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of "Slædestolen" Børge Mogensen Easy Chairs 2256, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 2256 produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Designed in 1956 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia. This rare version comes with a caned seat.    
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Børge Mogensen Model 3242 Oak Side or Armchair for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful armchair designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1960s and manufactured by Fredericia. Typical of Mogensen's timeless elegance with minimalistic sharp yet refined lines. Made in ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Linen, 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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Oak

Børge Mogensen, Pair of Rare 'BM1' Armchairs in Oak and Cane, Sweden, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, DE
A fantastic pair of Børge Mogensen 'BM1' armchairs in patinated oak and cane. Great original vintage condition. Executed by C.M.Madsens Fabriker, Haarby, Denmark, in the 1960s. Pro...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Cane, Oak

Børge Mogensen Armchair Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Brass

1960s Børge Mogensen Teak Armchair Model 165 Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Teak, Upholstery, Fabric, Wood

Børge Mogensen Armchairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of armchairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk fur in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Børge Mogensen Armchairs / Chairs Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of armchairs / chairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Svensk Fur in Sweden. Dimensions armchairs (W x D x H): 61.5 x 50 x 77.5 cm, SH 43 cm Dimensions chairs (W x ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Leather, Pine

Sleigh Chair and footstool by Børge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co, 1953
By Børge Mogensen, Tage M. Christensen & Co 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sleigh chair designed by Börge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co, Denmark. 1953. Wool upholstery, steel legs and Brazilian rosewood runners. Armchair: H: 82 cm/ 2' 8 1/8" W: 82 ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Steel

1949 Hunting Chair Borge Mogensen Erhard Rasmussen Labeled Leather Sling Lounge
By Erhard Rasmussen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A very rare hand produced and retains original paper labeled remnants, hunting chair. Handmade by Erhard Rasmussen in 1948-1950 for Borge Mogensen. Retains most of original labels, t...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Armchair, Model 7202
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen armchair in solid lacquered beech. New upholstered cushions with Magrethe wool from Nevotex Model 7202, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Børge Mogensen Armchairs Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of armchairs designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Børge Mogensen "Spanish" Chair
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen "Spanish" chair designed in 1958 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Mogensen was inspired by a Spanish military commander's chair.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Armchairs

Børge Mogensen armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Børge Mogensen armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Børge Mogensen armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 58 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs by Børge Mogensen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø, France & Søn, and Arne Vodder. Prices for Børge Mogensen armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $505 and can go as high as $199,755, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,900.

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