Mogens Koch Oregon Pine Frame for Rud, Rasmussen
About the Item
- Creator:Mogens Koch (Designer),Rud Rasmussen (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Kastrup, DK
- Reference Number:
Mogens Koch
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.
Rud Rasmussen
Exemplary designs for wood chairs, cabinets, desks and tables are part of the legacy associated with Rud Rasmussen, an iconic Danish furniture manufacturer that collaborated with some of the world’s best known and universally revered Scandinavian modernists.
Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier was established in 1869 in Copenhagen. The workshop’s founder, cabinetmaker Rudolph Rasmussen, was raised in a family of carpenters and had initially specialized in oak furniture. It wasn’t long before the business had grown — in 1876, Rasmussen was operating out of a four-storey factory, and by the end of the 19th century, the manufacturer had forged relationships with esteemed Danish architects including Vilhelm Dahlerup and Thorvald Bindesbøll.
With Rudolph Rasmussen's passing in 1904, the founder’s sons, Rudolph and Victor, took control of the company. They realized their father's dream of expanding the business — the firm had by then been accepting commissions from Copenhagen City Hall and was soon producing furniture for the likes of the police station, the postal service, ministries, technical universities and hospitals. More longstanding collaborations with legendary cabinetmakers and architects came into play, too.
Rud Rasmussen partnered with Mogens Koch, Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Kaare Klint, the founder of the design school at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. The manufacturer is known to collectors for producing Koch’s versatile bookcases, and, in 1933, Rud Rasmussen debuted Klint’s Safari chair — a clever and timeless interpretation of campaign furniture.
Carl Hansen and Søn acquired Rud Rasmussen in 2011.
Find vintage Rud Rasmussen seating, case pieces and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Kastrup, Denmark
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Large Mogens Koch Oregon Pine FrameBy Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch, Pablo PicassoLocated in Kastrup, DKLarge Mogens Koch Oregon pine frame made by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, c. 1965. Label from here. Please note: The Picasso lithograph is sold and ...Category
Vintage 1960s European Modern Prints
MaterialsGlass, Pine, Paper
- Mogens Koch Cabinet & Bookcase in Ash Wood by Cabinetmaker Rud, RasmussenBy Mogens Koch, Rud RasmussenLocated in Kastrup, DKMogens Koch 1888-1993. 5 Cabinets and 5 bookcases in solid ash wood by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen. Label on the back. Are not being made in Ash wood anymore. No base has been han...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
MaterialsAsh
- Mogens Koch Cabinet & Bookcase in Ash Wood by Cabinetmaker Rud, RasmussenBy Mogens Koch, Rud RasmussenLocated in Kastrup, DKMogens Koch 1888-1993. 5 Cabinets and 5 bookcases in solid ash wood by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen. Label on the back. Are not being made in Ash wood anymore. No base has been hangin...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
MaterialsAsh
- Mogens Koch Cabinet & Bookcase in Ash Wood by Cabinetmaker Rud, RasmussenBy Mogens Koch, Rud RasmussenLocated in Kastrup, DKMogens Koch, 1898-1992 Mogens Koch storage system in ash wood manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, 1960-1970. Set of three cabinets, three bookcases + 1 bookcase in the same size as cupbo...Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
MaterialsAsh
- Bernhard Buffet Lithography in Mogens Koch Oregon Pine FrameBy Bernard Buffet, Rud RasmussenLocated in Kastrup, DKBernard Buffet 1928-1999. French lithograph: Nature morte à la bouteille (Still-Life with Bottle). Signed Bernard Buffet. 64. Framed in a Mogens Koch Oregon...Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Prints
MaterialsPine, Paper
- Mogens Koch Storage System In AshBy Rud Rasmussen, Mogens KochLocated in Kastrup, DKMogens 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...Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
MaterialsAsh
- Set of 4 Pictureframes by Mogens KochBy Mogens KochLocated in Copenhagen, DKSet of 4 pictureframes in solid pine. Large 76 x 101 cm, medium 50,5 x 7 cm, small 38 x 50,5 cm. Mogens Koch / Rud. Rasmussen Snedkerier.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Picture Frames
MaterialsPine
- Alvar Aalto for Artek Vintage Pine Wood Picture Frame, 1970sBy Alvar Aalto, ArtekLocated in Brescia , BresciaPresenting a timeless piece of mid-century design, this vintage Pine Wood Photo Frame by renowned Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto for Artek captures the essence of Scandin...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
MaterialsWood, Pine
- Ebonized Pine & Parcel Gilt Bullnose 9x12 Picture FrameLocated in Hallowell, USAmerican Ebonized Pine & Parcel Gilt w/ Bullnose Frame circa 1915 Rabbet Dimensions: 9" x 12" Frame Profile: 2.5" Early 20th Century.Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Picture Frames
MaterialsPine
- Iron and Pine Frame from the Estate of Jose Thenee 2Located in Chicago, ILIron and pine frame from the Estate of Jose Thenee. Great condition and quality.Category
Vintage 1930s Argentine Picture Frames
MaterialsIron
- Iron and Pine Frame from the Estate of Jose TheneeLocated in Chicago, ILIron and pine frame from the Estate of Jose Thenee. Great condition and quality.Category
Vintage 1930s Argentine Picture Frames
MaterialsIron
- Late 19th Century American Pine Folk Art Frame, circa 1890Located in San Francisco, CALate 19th century American pine folk art frame, circa 1890. A double portrait frame with a recessed back to accept glass and two mounted portraits. Very elaborate and precise deepl...Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsPine