Vintage Mogens Koch furniture endures as a sophisticated example of Scandinavian modernism in today’s homes. The award-winning mid-century Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort and accessibility. While these are traits that we typically attribute to American mid-century modern design — as well as the coveted furnishings that originated in Scandinavian workshops — Koch also drew on older traditions and techniques. His chairs, tables and other items show the influence of the Shaker style and English pieces of the 18th century.
Koch was born in Copenhagen and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. After graduating, he worked as an assistant to Kaare Klint, an important figure in Danish modernism who was responsible for establishing the furniture design program at Koch’s alma mater. Klint favored historical styles and inspired Koch to view furniture design as an evolutionary process built on the traditions of the past. Over the course of their partnership, in the late 1920s, Koch began creating modular bookcases. Simple yet elegant, vintage Mogens Koch bookcase systems — which were over the years crafted in comely woods such as mahogany, oak and cherrywood — are all about versatility and flexibility, intended to be configured to fit rooms of all shapes and sizes.
In 1932, Rud Rasmussen began to produce Koch bookcase designs. An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming folding chair based on traditional British campaign furniture. It greatly resembles Klint’s own Safari chair, which was designed in 1933 and was also inspired by military furniture. It became one of Koch’s signature armchairs. The seat inspired a series of folding furniture pieces, including tables that could collapse for storage.
In 1938, Koch was awarded the Eckersberg Medal from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. He took an associate professor role at the school in 1940. In 1950, he became a full professor of architecture and continued teaching until 1968. The academy also awarded him their highest honor — the C.F. Hansen Medal — in 1963. Later in life, Koch won the 1990 Danish Design Center's Classic Award and the 1992 Industrial Design Prize.
On 1stDibs, you can find vintage Mogens Koch storage pieces, coffee tables and more.
$19,810 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases of Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch Eight bookcases with plinths. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Pair of Cabinets in Oregon Pine for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of cabinets in Oregon pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN'
Pine
Mogens Koch Oregon Pine Frame for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch Oregon pine and glass frame made by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, c. 1960. Label from here. Original, untouched condition.
Glass, Pine
Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of Vitrines in pine with sliding glass doors. Designed by Maa. Mogens Koch in the 1930,s. Perfect for wall mounting also. Edited by Rud Rasmussen cabinet makers in the 1960s ....
Pine
Drawing cabinet in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drawing cabinet in solid patinated Oregon pine with 8 drawers. Marked by the manufacturer Rud Rasmussen and designed by Mogens Koch.
Pine
Mogens Koch Two Bookcases in Oregon Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch Two bookcases in Oregon Pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK'.
Pine
Mogens Koch cabinet in elm by Rud Rasmussen, 1960s Scandinavian
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet in elm. Doors with shelfes behind. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Elm
$17,621 / set
Mogens Koch Wall Unit in Elm for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch elm wall unit consisting of six bookcases with removable shelfs. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen. Reverse with paper labels ‘Rud. R...
Elm
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Mahogany
$9,869 / set
Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933 Additional Information: Material: Oregon pine Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen in Denmark Dimens...
Pine
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933 Additional Information: Material: Oregon pine Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by...
Pine
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine, Glass by Mogens Koch, 1933
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine, Glass by Mogens Koch, 1933 Additional Information: Material: Oregon pine, glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavi...
Pine
$7,429 / set
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in mahogany + plinths. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/...
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Set of Three Bookcases for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of three bookcases in elm. One bookcase with removabel inlays. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RAS...
Elm
$13,022 / item
Drawing cabinet by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drawing cabinet in solid teak w. 6 drawers. By Mogens Kohc / Rud. Rasmussen
Teak
$22,538 / set
Mogens Koch Library in Oregon Pine for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch library in Oregon Pine. Three cabinets and six bookcases. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Pine
Rare "Partners Desk" by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare 'Partners Desk' mahogany desk with four drawers, profiled edge and brass shoes. Designed in 1938. Mogens Koch / N. C. Jensen Kjær.
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Pair of Cabinets in Elm for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of cabinets in elm. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Elm
Drawing cabinet in mahogany by Mogens Koch
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drawing cabinet in solid patinated mahogany with 8 drawers. Marked from manufacturer Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier and designed by Mogens Koch.
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Pair of Mahogany Cabinets for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of wall-mounted cabinets in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSEN / SNEDKERIER / 45 NØRREBROGADE / KØBENHAVN.
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Cabinet for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch wall-mounted cabinet in pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Pine
Pair of Mogens Koch Cabinets in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets in oak and maple. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Oak
2021 Mogens Koch & Carl Hansen MK99201 Beech Oil Stand For Folding Chairs
By Carl Hansen, Mogens Koch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for two (2) MK99201 Folding Chair Racks, made for six MK99200 Folding Chairs, made with solid oiled beech wood. The rack, designed by Mog...
Wood
Mogens Koch Set of Cabinets in Pine for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of three cabinets in Pine. Removabel drawers in Maple. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Maple, Pine
$22,729 / set
Mogens Koch Set of Eight Units for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of eight units in pine. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Pine
Mogens Koch Cabinet and Vitrine for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet with plinth and a vitrine. Removabel inlays and drawers. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Oak
Pair of Mogens Koch Cabinets in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets and bookcases in oak and maple. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Oak
Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet and a bookcase in black stained oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Oak
Mogens Koch Mahogany Folding Table for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant folding tray sofa table in a practical and timeless design, crafted from mahogany. The table can be easily folded and stowed away, making it ideal for flexible use in any...
Brass
Mogens Koch Cabinets and Bookcases in Oak for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets and bookcases in oak Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØ...
Oak
Mogens Koch Set of Four Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch a set of four bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘Rud. Rasmussen/ Snedkerier / København / Denmark.
Mahogany
$8,134 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A cabinet and two bookcases in ash. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Ash
Set of 6 Mogens Koch Cabinets for Rud Rasmussen, Circa 1950, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Set of 6 Mogens Koch Cabinets for Rud Rasmussen, Circa 1950, Denmark. Made of Oregon Pine Wood. Plinthe 3 Original Keys Original Label CONDITION: Good condition. Wear...
Pine
Danish Pine Bookcases by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in New York, NY
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, Denmark, designed in 1928 Modular book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This ...
Pine
Mogens Koch Cabinet & Bookcase in Ash Wood by Cabinetmaker Rud, Rasmussen.
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch, 1898-1992 Mogens Koch storage system in ash wood manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, 1960-1970. In all units 7 & 3 plinths. Set of three cabinets, three bookcases + 1 bookca...
Ash
Mogens Koch Cabinet for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch Cabinet in mahogany. Removable inlays. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN'.
Mahogany
Set of 4 MK16 Folding Safari Chairs by Mogens Koch for Cado, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Cado
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 MK16 folding Safari chairs designed in 1932 by Mogens Koch and produced in 1960's by Cado, Denmark. Stained beech wood, leather, brass and new canvas upholstery.
Brass
Mogens Koch for Interna Pair of Folding Stools by
By Mogens Koch, Interna
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch (Danish, 1898–1992) A pair of folding stools crafted in noble wood with seats in black leather, fitted with leather straps for hanging and easy storage. Produced in the ...
Leather, Hardwood
Coffee Or Dining Table In Light Wood Designed by Paul Cadovius From 1960s
By Cado, Mogens Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
This dining table is a true gem of Danish furniture design and clearly bears the stamp of Paul Cadovius' unique vision and talent. Manufactured by the renowned company Cado in the 19...
Wood
$12,561 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcase Storage System In Ash Wood
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch, 1898-1992,. Mogens Koch storage system in ash manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, 1960's. Set of three cabinets and three bookcases in patinated solid elm on three bases. R...
Ash
Architectural Design Occasional Tables Mogens Koch Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Mogens Koch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic modern design. Clean simple lines. Form + function. The bases fold in for easy transport and storage. Two heights adjustable. Low height is 13.5"h. Original vintage condition...
Leather, Beech, Birch
$3,349 / item
Mogens Koch Cabinets in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets in oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Oak
$2,200 / item
Mogens Koch Oak Armchairs for Sønderborg Hospital
By Mogens Koch
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare armchairs, frame made of lacquered oak and upholstered in red artificial leather. Character as part of the original furniture to the State Hospital...
Patent Leather, Oak
Cabinet In Mahogany By Mogens Koch For Rud. Rasmussen From 1970s
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
Classic mahogany cabinet, designed by Mogens Koch and produced by Rud. Rasmussen in the 1970s. The cabinet has two doors with internal shelves, which provides practical and flexible ...
Mahogany
Pine Picture Frame Mogens Koch & Rud Rasmussen Denmark, 1940s
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in London, GB
Description: A solid pine picture frame designed by Mogens Koch and made by Rud Rasmussen, circa 1940.In their extreme soberness and simplicity they fully bear the character of Scand...
Pine
$6,460 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Teak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘Rud. Rasmussen/ Snedkerier / København / Denmark.
Teak
$3,828 / set
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch two wall-mounted bookcases in black stained oak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Oak
Mogens Koch Cabinet for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet in Oregon Pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Pine
Mogens Koch Wall Unit in Elm for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch Elm wall unit consisting of three cabinets with three matching plinths and three bookcases. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen. Reve...
Elm
Oak Mogens Koch Occasional Armchair
By Mogens Koch
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An older and more traditional occasional chair in white oak and leather. Newly restored and in excellent condition. Design by Mogens Koch. Professional, skilled furniture restorati...
Brass
Additional Chairs by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of additional chairs by Mogens Koch. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Mahogany and black leather. The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Leather, Mahogany
Mogens Koch Cabinets and Bookcases in Oregon Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets and bookcases in Oregon pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKER...
Pine
$6,220 / set
Two Cabinets by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two cabinets in ash by Mogens Koch. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Ash
2021 Mogens Koch & Carl Hansen MK99201 Mahogany Oil Stand For Folding Chairs
By Carl Hansen, Mogens Koch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for two (2) MK99201 Folding Chair Racks, made for six MK99200 Folding Chairs, made with solid oiled mahogany wood. The rack, designed by Mogens Koch and produced by...
Wood
$6,783 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Elm for Rud, Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of three bookcases in elm with plinths. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Elm