Among the great mid-20th century Danish furniture designers, Børge Mogensen distinguished himself with his faith to traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials.
While peers such as Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl and Arne Jacobsen designed some of the most striking and now iconic furnishings of the era, Mogensen focused on making chairs, sofas and other pieces that were simple, durable and comfortable — and in the long run perhaps more useful and better loved.
Mogensen studied under and later worked for Kaare Klint, a master cabinetmaker whose chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. Klint was a classicist, who believed that furniture forms should evolve from those of historical models. So, too, in his way was Mogensen, as two of his best-known earlier pieces attest.
His 1945 Spokeback sofa, with hinged arms that can be lowered to facilitate lounging, is a reinterpretation of the venerable Knole settee. With the oval silhouette of its plywood backrest and waterdrop-shaped cutouts, Mogensen’s Shell chair, designed in 1949, can be seen as a novel take on early 19th-century Empire side chairs.
Yet Mogensen shared the aesthetical sensibilities of his most forward-looking colleagues. His cabinets deploy the same spare geometries and lushly figured woods as those of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and his disciple Florence Knoll, the chief difference being that Mies and Knoll used chrome steel for the frames and legs of their pieces. The brawny oak frames and slung leather seats and backrests of Mogensen’s Hunting chair (1950) and Spanish chair (1958) display the same hefty construction and appreciation of natural materials seen in the work of Charlotte Perriand and Sergio Rodrigues.
Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. While his chairs may not be the first pieces in a décor to draw the eye, they are often the first to draw in those looking for a comfortable seat.
Find vintage Børge Mogensen dining tables, bookcases and other Scandinavian modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Børge Mogensen 2254 pair of Oak Sled Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Cane, 1956
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen pair of lounge chairs and ottoamn designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints and cane. This h...
Bouclé, Cane, Oak
2213 3-seater leather sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1962
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This famous and beautiful shaped 3-seater sofa, model 2213, was designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture in Denmark in 1962. Mogensen designed this sofa for his own living...
Leather, Wood
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen. New foam and Teddy faux fur upholstery.
Canvas
Brown leather ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This brownd leather ottoman was designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture in Denmark in 1963. This piece was originally designed together with the matching Wingchair. All r...
Leather, Wood
Rare Pair of Model 2254 Lounge Chairs by Børge Mogensen with Ottomans 1950s Wool
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare pair of Model 2254. ''Slaedestolen'' lounge chairs with matching pair of Model 2248. ottomans. Designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia in the 1950s. The Model 2254. lounge cha...
Leather, Wool, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...
Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$4,249 / set
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 30.32 in
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Børge Mogensen Model BM-2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern easy chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, designed in 1956. T...
Oak
$1,050Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 20 in W 25 in D 16 in
Machine-Age Brushed Steel Ottomans By Norman Bel Geddes For Simmons
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of art deco, machine-age, ottomans or foot stools designed by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons Company Furniture feature brushed steel frames ...
Steel
$3,305
H 27.96 in W 25.99 in D 29.14 in
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chair, Aniline Leather, Oak Frame
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. Frame of oil treated oak. Model 2256, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
$4,721
H 38.98 in W 25.99 in D 32.29 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair in Cane, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints and cane. This high back model 2254 a...
Wool, Cane, Oak
$3,313 / set
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Chromed Steel 'Cube' Stools by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in London, GB
A pair of chromed tteel 'Cube' Stools by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen. Each formed from a continuous chromed steel wire frame with a loose upholstered cushion. The design was orig...
Steel, Chrome
$3,777
H 37.8 in W 25.99 in D 33.47 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Lounge Chair in Oak & Leather, Danish Design
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chairs designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints. New upholstered with black full gr...
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with Indian red elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
Pair Of Borge Jensen Danish Ottomans in Brown and White Cowhide
By Bernstorffsminde Møbelfabrik A/S
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of midcentury Danish teak wood rectangular ottomans or stools with newly upholstered light whiskey and cream loose cushions designed by Borge Jensen & Sonner for Bersnstorffsm...
$7,909
H 33.86 in W 63 in D 29.93 in
Børge Mogensen "Spoke-back" Sofa by Fritz Hansen, 1963, Danish Modern
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Early production "Spoke-Back" sofa by Børge Mogensen. This example manufactured in 1963, the first year of production, by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. Beautifully patinated beechwood an...
Beech
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen freestanding two seater sofa mounted on walnut legs. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned leather. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in 1974.
Leather, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair with Ottoman, Nature Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair with ottoman new upholstered with vegetable nature leather. Legs in teak. Model 2204 + 2...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 16.93 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Børge Mogensen black leather ottoman model 2202, Fredericia Furniture, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Ystad, SE
Børge Mogensen black leather ottoman model 2202, Fredericia Furniture Denmark Dimensions: Height: 43 cm Width: 58 cm Depth: 58 cm Seat height: 43 cm
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Ottoman, model 2202
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen ottoman original upholstered with brown leather. Legs of teak. Model 2202, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Ottomans
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen ottoman original upholstered with brown leather. Legs of teak. Model 2202, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching two, three seater sofas and pair of lounge chairs ...
Leather, Teak
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H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Brown leather ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This brownd leather ottoman was designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture in Denmark in 1963. This piece was originally designed together with the matching Wingchair. All r...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 30.32 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Cane, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair and ottoamn designed in 1956 model number 2254 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints and cane. This high back ...
Cane, Oak, Bouclé
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair and Ottoman in, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair and ottoman designed in 1956 model number 2256 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints. This high back model 225...
Oak
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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 27.17 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair and Ottoman in, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair and ottoman designed in 1956 model number 2256 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints. This high back model 225...
Oak
Sold
H 36.23 in W 25.99 in L 36.23 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair and Ottoman in, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair and ottoman designed in 1956 model number 2256 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints. This high back model 225...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Ottoman
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen ottoman original upholstered with black leather. Legs of teak. Model 2202, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
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H 15.75 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Danish Brown Leather Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant, timeless, comfortable leather ottoman by Børge Mogensen that can be combined with his sofas and armchairs or enjoyed by itself. Brown leather and rosewood legs.
Leather, Rosewood
Midcentury Stool in Leather Designed by Børge Mogensen
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool in patinated leather, designed by Børge Mogensen and made by Fredericia furniture. Great original condition.
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 36.23 in W 25.99 in
Børge Mogensen 2254 Oak Sled Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Cane, 1956, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A Børge Mogensen lounge chair and ottoamn designed in 1956 model number 2256 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Cubical frames made of solid oak with finger joints and cane. This high back ...
Cane, Oak