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.
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Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak & Rosewood Cocktail Table by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing high style Scandinavian Modern Sculptural cocktail table by Mogens Koch in teak and rosewood. Splayed legs with flared ends and sculpted sides set this beautiful table apar...
Brass
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
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
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
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
$7,600 / item
H 16 in Dm 36 in
Carlton Coffee Table 36" DIA, in Vintage Burl Wood Finish by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figural woods and casual, clean lines combine in our Carlton Table, shown here in our Vintage Burl Wood finish. Dimensions: 16" H x 36" DIA About this...
Wood, Ash, Olive, Burl
Chippendale Revival Mahogany Serpentine Partner’s Desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
A finely crafted Chippendale Revival partner’s desk in rich mahogany, distinguished by its serpentine outline and elaborate carved ornamentation. The moulded edge encloses a gilt-too...
Wood
Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Top Quality Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk Item Code: 1378 A truly outstanding example of a Victorian mahogany partners desk, this piece exudes presence, refinement and functional ...
Mahogany
Peter Løvig Nielsen Rosewood Partners Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1970's Peter Løvig Nielsen rosewood partners desk, lightly restored with some wear and patina due to age and use, there is some we...
Brass
$850
H 17 in W 67 in D 24.25 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table by Trioh Mobler marked Trioh c. 1960
By Trioh Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Danish Modern teak coffee table, marked "Trioh" ( Trioh Mobler ) circa 1960's. The table is structurally sound and sturdy, the top has been newly refinished, but ...
Teak
$6,806
H 28.15 in W 53.94 in D 31.5 in
Rare Hampton & Son's Pall Mall Hardwood Twin Pedestal Writing Partners Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare Hampton & Son’s Pall Mall Victorian, circa 1870 twin pedestal partner writing desk A very good looking well-made mahogany desk with a leather top made by the highly coveted Hampton & Son’s The top left and right drawers are fully stamped Hampton & Son’s Pall Mall, all other drawers have Hobbs & Co locks, the handles are all period correct and original The top has multiple patina marks and colour variations, the timber on the desk is in a similar order, we have deep cleaned hand condition waxed and hand polished it Dimensions Height 71.5 cm Width 137 cm Depth 80 cm Legroom Height 56 cm Width 60 cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point In 1830 William Hampton opened a shop for the sale of general household furniture in Cranbourn Street. He was subsequently joined by his two sons George and William Powell (the sons of George Hampton; Harold, Fred and Clarence also later entered the business). In 1869 the business expanded with new premises on the corner site comprising 8 Pall Mall East and 1-3 Dorset Place (now Whitcomb Street). Throughout its history the firm suffered a number of serious fires, the first of which occurred in 1890. As the firm continued to expand it took over control of a number of other firms, beginning with James Coulson and Co of Lisburn, Northern Ireland in 1898, and in the early 1950's Goodall, Lamb and Highway of King Street, Manchester and Robson and Sons...
Hardwood
Dining Table Designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining table, designed by Mogens Kold, Denmark. 1960’s. Brazilian rosewood. Measurements: Height: 73 cm/ 28 3/4'' Length when closed: 135 cm/ 53''. Two extension leaves at 45 cm/ 1...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Vintage Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elevate your living space with this timeless mid-century modern coffee table, a stunning piece of Danish craftsmanship. Made from rich teak wood, this table exudes the warmth and sop...
Teak, Wood, Hardwood
Oval Partners Desk Victorian Walnut Office
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous burr walnut oval partners desk in the Victorian manner This is a true partners desk with drawers on both sides so plenty of storage Great side so perfect for a home office s...
Walnut
Mid-Century Danish Teak Extendable Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well constructed Danish modern table with two 16.75" hidden extension leaves which can be opened independently or together for a maximum width of 96". A Sleek design with two stretch...
Teak
$8,600 / item
H 15 in Dm 40 in
Carlton Coffee Table 40" DIA, in Vintage Burl Wood Finish, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figural woods and casual, clean lines combine in our Carlton Table, shown here in our Vintage Burlwood finish. Also available in Natural Burlwood and Map...
Wood, Ash, Olive, Burl
Mid-Century Modern Trioh Danish Modern Occasional Teak Table
By Trioh
Located in Downingtown, PA
Scandinavian Simplicity and Craftsmanship: A Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table This elegant mid-century modern coffee table is a classic example of Danish design from the 1960s. Craft...
Wood, Teak
Folding Beech Table by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beech folding table by Mogens Koch produced by Rud Rasmussens and signed with applied metal manufacturer's label to frame. Lightly restored.
Brass
Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Koch Teak Surfboard Coffee Table
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Koch
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An elegant coffee table designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Koch. Uncommon form featuring solid teak legs and a teak veneer top. The top floats above the base on four dowels. t...
Teak
Desk in oak with side table by Mogens Koch.
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Desk in oak with a three-drawer drawer cassette and side table by Mogens Koch / Rud. Rasmussen.
Oak
Mogens Koch Folding Side Table
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch 1898-1992. A folding side table designed by Mogens Koch, Denmark 1960. The folding table is made in ash wood and can be adjusted to work at two heights to match varying n...
Leather, Ash
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H 18.51 in W 27.56 in D 20.48 in
Mogens Koch Danish Modern Folding Table Made at Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Odense, DK
Early example of Mogens Koch´s iconic folding table made at cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen in the 1960s. The table is made from patinated beechwood and is marked by maker. The folding t...
Brass
Folding Table by Mogens Koch for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Folding table / tray table by Mogens Koch. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Mahogany.
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Mahogany Folding Table, by Interna, C. 1960
By Mogens Koch
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Koch 1898-1992. A folding side table designed by Mogens Koch for Interna, Denmark 1960. Made in mahogany. The folding table can be adjusted to work at two heights to match v...
Mahogany
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H 29.93 in W 45.67 in D 27.56 in
Mogens Koch Desk for "Sønderborg State Hospital" in Solid Oak, 1936
By Mogens Koch
Located in Odense, DK
Simple desk made in solid oak by Danish architect Mogens Koch for "Sønderborg State Hospital" made in 1936. Stamped by maker. Provenance: Designed as...
Oak
Folding Table by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Folding table / tray table by Mogens Koch. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Mahogany. Height adjustable.
Mahogany
Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Table by Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Koch
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Koch
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Danish modern extension dining table designed by Arne Hovmand- Olsen for Mogens Koch. The table is of solid rosewood, and featured two leaves, each 19.75 inch W, sophisti...
Rosewood
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H 29.14 in W 70.87 in D 32.29 in
Mogens Koch Important Desk Produced by N.C. Jensen Kjær in Denmark
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and important desk designed by Mogens Koch. Produced and executed by cabinetmaker N. C. Jensen Kjær, Denmark. Teak, brass and original pigskin...
Brass
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H 16.54 in W 59.45 in D 18.9 in
Danish Teak and Wicker Coffee Table by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960, Denmark
By Mogens Koch, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This Danish design pride teak wooden table is designed by famous Danish furniture designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Koch in circa 1960s. Arne Hovmand-Olsen's ...
Wicker, Teak