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 Daybed Model No. 190, 1963
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful daybed model no. 190, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, solid oak frame platform with tapered legs and a vertical slatted b...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model #2253 Three-Seat Sofa, 1960
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful three-seat sofa model no. 2253, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original salmon colored wool with leather straps on an...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2223 Three-Seat Sofa, Wool, Denmark, 1963
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful three-seat sofa model no. 2223, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original mustard green wool with white/beige stripes o...
Wool, Wood
On Hold|$3,200
H 20.08 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
Børge Mogensen daybed Model 190 oak, bouclé and leather, Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Scandinavian modern daybed, Model 190, designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark. Solid oak frame with tapered legs. The frame is in very good condition with onl...
Leather, Bouclé, Oak
Borge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair, Model 3237, Cognac
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Spanish dining chair is a testament to the application of honest materials. Crafted from the finest selection of oak and flawless saddle l...
Oak
$7,648
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 31.89 in
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Cognac Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa with original cognac leather upholstery. Legs of oak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching two seater
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Arm Chair – Model 3238
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Spanish dining chair is a testament to the application of honest materials. Crafted from the finest selection of oak and flawless saddle l...
Oak
1 Børge Mogensen Mobler Daybed Model 136
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Teak Daybed Børge Mogensen Soborg Møbler Model 136 Rare Danish modern teak daybed with upholstered cushion and side pillows designed by...
Teak
Børge Mogensen Model 2212 Two-Seat Sofa in Black Leather & Teak
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa with original black leather upholstery. Legs of teak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Spanish Dining Chair – Model 3237
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Spanish dining chair is a testament to the application of honest materials. Crafted from the finest selection of oak and flawless saddle l...
Oak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with black leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture. Matching three seat sofa available
Leather, Oak
$8,354 / set
H 24.02 in W 41.74 in D 27.56 in
Børge Mogensen Two-Seater "Model 211" Oak Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare vintage sofa in oak and teakwood by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik in 1956. This model was made in different sizes and is very rarely...
Wool, Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair Model 2207, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
$11,990
H 29.93 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in
Four Børge 'Borge' Mogensen Hunting Dining Chairs Model 3251, Denmark, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A set of four Børge Mogensen dining chairs model no. 3251 for Fredericia Furniture, with saddle leather on an oak frame, in original condition with a wonderful age and patina. Fast ...
Leather, Oak
$7,060 / set
H 28.75 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2207, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair original upholstered with red leather. Legs of cherry. Model 2207, made by Fredericia furniture. Matching three seat, two seat sofa and ottomans availa...
Leather, Cherry
Børge Mogensen Daybed Model No. 190, 1963
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning daybed model no. 190, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, solid oak frame platform with tapered legs and a vertical slatted b...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model #2253 Three-Seat Sofa, 1960
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning three-seat sofa model no. 2253, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original salmon colored wool with leather straps on an ...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model #2223 Three-Seat Sofa, 1960
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning three-seat sofa model no. 2223, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original mustard green wool with white/beige stripes on...
Wool, Wood
Børge Mogensen Daybed Model No. 190, 1963
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning daybed model no. 190, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, solid oak frame platform with tapered legs and a vertical slatted b...
Wool, Oak
Børge Mogensen Leather Coupé Sofa Model 2192
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
This semi-aniline brown leather coupé sofa was designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia in the 1960s. Structurally, the sofa has a high, cushioned back, reminiscent of a wingback ar...
Leather, Walnut
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H 27.56 in W 86.62 in D 29.93 in
1960s Mid Century Three Seater Rich Dark Brown Leather Børge Mogensen Sofa
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, England
A well sized Mid-Century Modern 1960s Børge Mogensen leather three seater sofa or couch. The leather is of a very good quality with a rich dark brown patina. The legs are made from W...
Leather, Walnut
Børge Mogensen Model #2208 Two-Seat Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning two-seat sofa model no. 2208, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in red cognac colored leather on mahogany legs with loose do...
Leather, Mahogany, Down
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H 29.93 in W 62.01 in D 31.89 in
Original Borge Mogensen 2212 Sofa in Patinated Leather, Denmark, 1960s-1970s
By Børge Mogensen, Frederecia Furniture
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Original two-seat model 2212 sofa designed by Borge Mogensen in 1965 and made by Frederecia, Denmark. In original condition with wear, marks and patina to th...
Leather
Sofa 2212 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, DE
Fantastic early example of the Classic two-seat sofa designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark, model 2212. This example in wonderful ...
Leather, Wood
Børge Mogensen Settee
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This classic Børge Mogensen settee with oak legs is upholstered in a butternut colored chenille. Down cushions.
Chenille, Oak
Børge Mogensen Mid-20th Century Settee in Shearling
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
A Danish modern settee sofa designed by Børge Mogensen, manufactured circa 1950s. The settee has been completely reupholstered in a custom honey-toned shearling from Skandilock. This...
Sheepskin, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 31.89 in
Original Borge Mogensen 2213 Sofa in Patinated Leather, Denmark, 1960s-1970s
By Frederecia Furniture, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Original three-seat model 2213 sofa designed by Borge Mogensen in 1965 and made by Frederecia, Denmark. In original condition with a some wear and a lovely deep patina.
Leather