Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chairs ‘BM 61’, Denmark, 1950s
About the Item
- Creator:Børge Mogensen (Designer),Fredericia Stolefabrik (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 74 in (187.96 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 49.5 in (125.73 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Eskilstuna, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9287236657622
Børge Mogensen
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 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, Mogenson’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.
As you will see from the furnishings on 1stDibs, Børge 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.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Eskilstuna, Sweden
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Scandinavian modern dining chair by Peter Hvidt, Denmark, 1950sBy Peter HvidtLocated in Eskilstuna, SEBeautiful set of six dining chairs 'model 316' designed by Peter Hvidt in Denmark in 1955. Made in teak with seats of cognac colored leather.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Teak
- Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960sBy Børge MogensenLocated in Eskilstuna, SERare bench designed by Børge Mogensen during the 1960s. In 1961 Mogensen designed pine furniture to be put in his own summer house. The series later started to be produced by the Sw...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches
MaterialsPine
- Midcentury chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960sBy Børge MogensenLocated in Eskilstuna, SEChest of drawers designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden during the 1960s. Made in oak and teak. Frame and legs in oak with beautiful teak-drawe...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
MaterialsOak, Teak
- Rare Scandinavian modern tall cabinet by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960sBy Børge MogensenLocated in Eskilstuna, SEVery rare tall cabinet designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1960s. In 1961 Mogensen designed pine furniture to be put in his own summer house. The series later started to be produced b...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
MaterialsPine
- Rare rosewood chair 'Model 30' by Poul Hundevad, Denmark, 1950sBy Poul HundevadLocated in Eskilstuna, SEVery rare dining chair designed by Poul Hundevad in Denmark during the 1950s. Made in rosewood with seats upholstered in high quality cognac leather. Eleven chairs available.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Rosewood
- Rare Scandinavian Modern shell chair by IB Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1950sBy Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-LarsenLocated in Eskilstuna, SEBeautiful and rare shell chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Christensen & Larsen in Denmark during the 1950s.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
MaterialsSheepskin
- Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chairs ‘BM 61’ in Oak and CaneBy Børge Mogensen, FredericiaLocated in Waalwijk, NLBørge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chairs model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s This naturalistic looking chair is characterized by a splendid desi...Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsCane, Oak
- Bm 61 Børge Mogensen 61 Dining ChairBy Børge Mogensen, FredericiaLocated in Berkeley, CASlender yet solid, simple yet striking, the BM61 Chair and BM62 Armchair bring us back to nature in a welcome return to simple shapes that capture the essen...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
MaterialsOak
- Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Pair of ‘Safari’ ArmchairsBy Børge Mogensen, Fredericia StolefabrikLocated in Waalwijk, NLBørge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of ‘Safari’ armchairs model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s This rare pair of armchairs reminds of the classical fol...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
MaterialsBrass
- BM 61 Børge Mogensen 61 Dining Chair in Oak and Woven Cane WickerBy Børge Mogensen, FredericiaLocated in Berkeley, CASlender yet solid, simple yet striking, the BM61 dining chair brings us back to nature in a welcome return to simple shapes that capture the essence of a concept...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsOak, Cane
- Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair for Fredericia FurnitureBy Børge Mogensen, FredericiaLocated in Copenhagen, DKBørge Mogensen Spanish chair in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture and Dahlman Saddlers, Copenhagen.Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Oak
- (7) Børge Mogensen 'Model 3245' Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik, DenmarkBy Børge Mogensen, Fredericia StolefabrikLocated in Norwalk, CTElevate your living space to realms of unparalleled Danish design with this exquisite set of seven 'Model 3245' chairs, meticulously crafted under the visionary guidance of the iconi...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Oak