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Børge Mogensen Sofas

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 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.

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Creator: Børge Mogensen
Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofa Model 2219 for Fredericia Furniture Make in Denmark
Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofa Model 2219 for Fredericia Furniture Make in Denmark

Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofa Model 2219 for Fredericia Furniture Make in Denmark

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Portland, OR

A stunning example of mid century simplicity. Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik 4 seat sofa model 2219. Featuring a solid oak frame with two tone cushions 4 red, 4 grey with ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Oak

Børge Mogensen, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Børge Mogensen, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

Børge Mogensen, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 41” H x 80.3 x 32” D Seat Height: 16” H

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Børge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa
Børge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa

Børge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Berkeley, CA

Mogensen designed the spoke back sofa in 1945 as a daybed and chaise lounge hybrid, with a hinged side. The exposed construction was too sophisticated ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Oak

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213

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.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Leather

Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs
Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs

Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Highclere, Newbury

A Danish midcentury 1950s oak and blue fabric lounge set featuring a 4 seater model 2219 bench sofa and two 2257 armchairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredricia Stolefabrik. Designed a...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik

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...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Leather

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and 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.

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Leather, Beech

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and 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 black pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, model 2212
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, model 2212

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, model 2212

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.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Leather, Teak

Borge Mogensen Model 201 Sofa in Original Wool for Fredericia, Denmark, 1950s
Borge Mogensen Model 201 Sofa in Original Wool for Fredericia, Denmark, 1950s

Borge Mogensen Model 201 Sofa in Original Wool for Fredericia, Denmark, 1950s

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Nashville, TN

Item Details: three-seater sofa in original wool Fredericia fabric Creator: Borge Mogensen                                      Dimensions: width: 80” depth: 35” height: 31” f...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Oak, Wool

Børge Mogensen 2292 Coupe Sofa
Børge Mogensen 2292 Coupe Sofa

Børge Mogensen 2292 Coupe Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

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.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, original upholstery

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen original upholstered kupe sofa with black leather. Legs of black stained oak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with mokka elegance aniline leather. Legs of oak. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208, Original Black Leather
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208, Original Black Leather

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208, Original Black Leather

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa original upholstered with black leather upholstery. Legs of mahogany. Model 2208, made by Fredericia furniture. Price per sofa, two available.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mogensen 2332 Sofa
Mogensen 2332 Sofa

Mogensen 2332 Sofa

$14,466 / item

Mogensen 2332 Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Berkeley, CA

The 2332 2-seater sofa with rectangular sides was designed by Børge Mogensen in 1971. The geometric design was the conclusion of Mogensen’s Minimalist exclusive upholstered furniture...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Lovely leather 2209 sofa designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963
Lovely leather 2209 sofa designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963

Lovely leather 2209 sofa designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963

By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely three-seater sofa designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1963. This is Model 2209 featuring its original black leather upholstery which has been beautifully been a...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

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Leather

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with canvas and tan aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2209, made by Fredericia furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Mahogany

Mogensen 2333 Sofa
Mogensen 2333 Sofa

Mogensen 2333 Sofa

$18,498 / item

Mogensen 2333 Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Mogensen 2212 Sofa
Mogensen 2212 Sofa

Mogensen 2212 Sofa

$17,448 / item

Mogensen 2212 Sofa

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Berkeley, CA

The 2212 sofa was designed by Børge Mogensen for his own home in 1962. With generous proportions, modest aesthetic, a choice of materials and execution secon...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Pair of Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Coupé Sofas
Pair of Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Coupé Sofas

Pair of Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Coupé Sofas

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Børge Mogensen two-seat coupe´ sofas, model 2192, produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik.

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1970s Danish Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mogensen 2335 Sofa
Mogensen 2335 Sofa

Mogensen 2335 Sofa

$16,614 / item

Mogensen 2335 Sofa

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Berkeley, CA

The 2335 sofa was designed by Børge Mogensen’s son, architect Peter Mogensen, as a completion of his father’s last furniture series. The extended width of the cushions softens the fo...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Børge Mogensen No. 1 Sofa – 2-Seater
Børge Mogensen No. 1 Sofa – 2-Seater

Børge Mogensen No. 1 Sofa – 2-Seater

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Berkeley, CA

Mogensen designed the Børge Mogensen 2-seater sofa of the No.1 series in 1955. He united a sharply defined shape with a softer, more intimate character that can work well in any sett...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

BM 1789 - 'Spoke-back' sofa by Børge Mogensen
BM 1789 - 'Spoke-back' sofa by Børge Mogensen

BM 1789 - 'Spoke-back' sofa by Børge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

BM 1789 - 'Spokesback' sofa in Hestedækken fabric and lacquered beech frame.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2323, New Upholstered
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2323, New Upholstered

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.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208,
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208,

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208,

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstery with walnut elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2208, made by Fredericia furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with black elegance leather. Legs of teak. Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Borge Mogensen Spokeback Sofa 1970's
Borge Mogensen Spokeback Sofa 1970's

Borge Mogensen Spokeback Sofa 1970's

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

This spoke-back sofa is one of the most representative pieces in the collection of the master Danish designer Boe Mogensen, and was exhibited at the Cabinetmakers' Guild exhibition i...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model No. 1
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model No. 1

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model No. 1

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa, original upholstered with dark grey 180 Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat Legs of oak. Model No. 1, made by Fredericia Furniture. This is the old model ...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with mokka elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Kupe 2-Seat Sofa Model 2432 Made In Black Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1970s
Kupe 2-Seat Sofa Model 2432 Made In Black Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1970s

Kupe 2-Seat Sofa Model 2432 Made In Black Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1970s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Lejre, DK

The Kupe 2-person sofa, model 2432, is a beautiful example of Danish design from the 1970s, created by the renowned designer Børge Mogensen in collaboration with Fredericia Furniture...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather

BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen
BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen

BM 2213 by Børge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Børge Mogensen / Fredericia Furniture. BM 2213 - Reupholstered 3-seater sofa in natural leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Oak

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2209, Denmark, New Upholstered

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.

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstery with black elegance aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2208, made by Fredericia furniture.

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208

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.

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1970s, Danish Design by Børge Mogensen, Sofa Model 2252, Oak, Furniture Wool
1970s, Danish Design by Børge Mogensen, Sofa Model 2252, Oak, Furniture Wool

1970s, Danish Design by Børge Mogensen, Sofa Model 2252, Oak, Furniture Wool

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Tarm, 82

70s, Danish design by Børge Mogensen, completely renovated 2-person sofa, model 2252. Brand new cushions and elastic bottom in the sofa. Quality gray furniture...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia 2er Sofa Mod. 2212 Denmark
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia 2er Sofa Mod. 2212 Denmark

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia 2er Sofa Mod. 2212 Denmark

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Aachen, NW

Amazing 2-seater sofa mod. BM2212, 2-seater sofa designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark, 1962. This edition was made around the 80s, beginning ...

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1980s Danish Vintage Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Leather Sofa Coupe 2192 for Fredericia
Børge Mogensen Leather Sofa Coupe 2192 for Fredericia

Børge Mogensen Leather Sofa Coupe 2192 for Fredericia

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Børge Mogensen designed this leather Sofa Coupe model 2192 for Fredericia Stolefabrik. It´s a semianilne brown leather with walnut feet. A Danish masterpiece of upholstery design a...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Børge Mogensen Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Børge Mogensen sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Børge Mogensen sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of leather and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Børge Mogensen sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 113 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 11 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sofas by Børge Mogensen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Hans J. Wegner, Illum Wikkelsø, and Ole Wanscher. Prices for Børge Mogensen sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,775 and can go as high as $23,214, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,632.