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.
$2,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Danish Børge Mogensen Navy Leather 2 Seat Sofa
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage Danish Navy Blue leather two seat sofa. Designed by Borge Mogensen c 1971, Model 2332. A clean classic modern silhouette in soft lightly patinated leather on tall dark staine...
Leather, Wood
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, original patinated nature leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa with patinated original nature leather upholstery. Legs of teak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
$3,300Sale Price|40% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern 3 Seat 205 Sofa by Børge Mogensen Sofa Green
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 3 seat sofa by børge mogensen sofa. Great Scandinavian Modern Borge Mogensen model 205 low slung three-seat sofa. Manufactured by Frederica Stolefabrik in 1...
Upholstery, Wood
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
Oak Sofa / Daybed, Model 4311/4312, by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare sofa and daybed, model 4311/4312, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1950s, is a quintessential example of Danish moder...
Brass
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Scandinavian Modern Beautiful white wool 3 Seat Sofa by Borge Mogensen
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Danish modern off white wool upholstered 3 seat model number 2323 sofa Birch wood legs. Designed by Børge Mogensen Made by Fredericia Stolefabrik. Beautiful white wool u...
Birch, Wool, Upholstery
Borge Mogensen 211 Sofa in Oak and Teak by Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Troy, MI
Børge Mogensen 211 Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark circa 1957 Solid oak and teak frame with finger joint detail and exposed webbing Loose seat cushions in a period striped c...
Teak, Fabric, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in black lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of mokka full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather Model 2213 by Børge Mogensen, 1963
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1963 Additional Information: Material: Teak and original leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Sofa model 2213 Produced by Fr...
Teak, Leather
Three-Seater Sofa Model 2333 Made In Cognac Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Treat your living room to luxury and timeless elegance with this 3-seater sofa, model 2333, designed by the renowned Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Furniture around the 19...
Leather
$22,248 / item
Mogensen 2213 Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2213 sofa was designed by Børge Mogensen for his own home in 1962. With generous proportions, modest aesthetic, a choice of materials and execution secon...
Oak
2213 3-seater leather sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1962
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Sofa in Black Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in black lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of cognac vintage full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage full grain aniline leather. Legs of nut. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2293, original upholstery
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen original upholstered kupe sofa with red leather. Legs of teak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
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 2323 3-seat Petrol Blue Deep Teal Bison leather sofa Fredericia
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Basel, BS
Fantastic Model 2323, made by Fredericia Furniture, in a stunning, high quality Petrol Blue Deep Teal Bison leather. This model was designed and made in the early 1970s (around 1972...
Leather, Oak
Sofa / Daybed in Oak, Brass and Original Fabric by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa / Daybed in Oak, Brass and Original Fabric by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak, brass and original fabric Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Rare sofa ...
Brass
Børge Mogensen High Sofa 2432 with Brown Leather by Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sofa for 2 persons model no. 2432 with high back. It's upholstered with the original chocolate brown leather. The legs are made of solid oa...
Leather, Foam, Feathers, Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Teak & Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with Indian red elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Sofa Model 2213 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model 2213 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark.
Leather, Teak
$23,214 / item
Børge Mogensen 2292 Coupe Sofa
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1971, The Coupé sofa has a high enveloping back with wings, providing a calm retreat in larger spaces or a cosy setting in front of a fireplace.
Oak
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Teak Legs, Leather, Denmark
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Model 2208 Two-Seat Sofa, Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstery with indian red elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2208, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa with Teak Legs and Cognac Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac full grain aniline leather tubings and bottle green Magrethe wool from Nevotex. Legs of teak. Model 2212, made by Frederici...
Leather, Wool, Teak
Børge Mogensen Model 2213 Sofa in light Aniline Leather, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen sofa 2 persons model 2212. It's upholstered with the original dark mocha colored leather, almost black. The legs are made of solid teak with oil treatm...
Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak
$18,498 / item
Mogensen 2333 Sofa
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2333 3-seater sofa with rectangular sides was the last piece of furniture Børge Mogensen designed. The geometric design was the conclusion of Mogensen’s minimalist exclusive upholstered furniture...
Oak
Black Leather Børge Mogensen 3-Seater Sofa Model 2213, Fredericia, Denmark 1968
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Dronten, NL
A vintage early example of this classic 3-seater sofa, Model 2213, designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Denmark and upholstered in luxurious all-black leather. This ico...
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Aniline Leather, Mahogany, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with indian red elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Børge Mogensen. Manufacturer: Fredericia Stolefabrik. Period or model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Wood, leather. Condition: This Børge Mogensen sofa...
Leather
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstery with cognac vintage full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-person Coupé Sofa, Model 2193
By Frederecia Furniture, Børge Mogensen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen, 1914–1972 3-seater coupe sofa, model 2193, in outstanding quality. Originally designed in 1971, manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in the 1990s. Upholstered in bla...
Leather, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, Beech and Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of mokka full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of vintage cognac full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Model 2212 Two-Seat Sofa in Black Leather & Teak
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
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 Model 2213 Three-Seat Sofa, Leather, Danish Design
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2208 with Black Leather by Fredericia Furniture, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sofa for 2 persons model no. 2208. It's upholstered with the original black leather. The legs are made of mahogany. The cushions are fill...
Leather, Foam, Mahogany, Feathers
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Sahara Vacona Leather, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with Vacona Sahara full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
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 Two-Seat Sofa, Vintage Tan Leather, Oak Legs, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Black Leather Børge Mogensen 2208 Living Room Set, Fredericia, Denmark 1968
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Dronten, NL
A vintage early living room set designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Denmark and upholstered in luxurious all-black leather. Consisting of a 3-seater Model 2208 sofa, a...
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik. New Upholstery. 1958.
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and refined three-seat sofa model 205 designed by Borge Mogensen in 1958 and manufactured in Denmark by Fredericia Stolefabrik. This important sofa shows an impressive desig...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Aniline Leather, Mahogany, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen original upholstered kupe sofa with cognac leather. Legs of teak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with walnut elegance leather. Legs of oak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching three seater, pair of lounge chairs and otto...
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Aniline Leather, Mahogany, 1960s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2323, New Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of soap treated oak. Model 2323, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogenson Tan Leather Loveseat Sofa Danish Mid-Century Modern
By Kaare Klint, Børge Mogensen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern love seat sofa by Borge Mogensen.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in black lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of cognac pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
1970s Børge Mogensen 3 Seater Model 2213 Leather Sofa in Very Good Condition
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s Børge Mogensen 3 seater model 2213 leather sofa in very good condition and with rarely seen original extra cushion, The wide sofa featur...
Leather, Teak, Feathers
Børge Mogensen Sofa Model 211 New Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Sofa, model 211 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik 1956. Early production 1950s. Made in solid oak. We cleaned the sofa to preserve its old patina and got new straps, new c...
Wool, Velvet, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen original upholstered kupe sofa with black leather. Legs of black stained oak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa Model 2213, Teak Legs, Leather, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with jepard aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa Model 2208, Leather & Mahogany, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstery with cognac vintage full grain aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2208, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa with original patinated black leather upholstery. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstery with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstery with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.
Leather, Teak
$14,220 / item
Mogensen 2208 Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2208 two seater sofa features an elegantly curved lowered back and was designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963.
Oak