Scandinavian Modern Furniture
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Creator: Børge Mogensen
Creator: Fog and Morup
Børge Mogensen Two-Seater "Model 211" Oak Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1956
Located in Odense, DK
Rare vintage sofa in oak and teakwood by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik in 1956. This model was made in different sizes and is very rarely...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Rare Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Armchair Cognac Leather Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, ‘Safari’ armchair model 2221, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s
This rare armchair reminds of the classical foldable 'director-ch...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Lounge Chair, model 2256
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen lounge chair new upholstered with vintage aniline leather.
Frame of oil treated oak.
Model 2256, made by Fredericia furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogensen Easy Chairs with Footstool Model 227, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 227, produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
New and reupholstered cushions in Danish Kvadrat fabric.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Book Case by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler 1960s China Series
Located in Handewitt, DE
Book case, model no.152 by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler. Teak shelve on solid oak base. He designed his China Series in 1960s. Produced i1960s. A not so nice hole for cables etc. in the back wall was closed by us / glued over with a piece of back wall.
Note: Please have a look on the matching cabinet and small book case...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Midcentury Freestanding Desk in Teak by Børge Mogensen, Danish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk in teak, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Sobørg furniture. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Scandinavian modern tall cabinet by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very 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 Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak and Original Cognac Brown Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original cognac brown leather
Style: Mid century, Sc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Leather
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler Teak & Oak Cabinet
Located in Handewitt, DE
Cabinet in teak by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler 1950s. Base in solid oak. Beautiful wood color.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen Model 2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
Børge Mogensen Model BM-2256 Lounge Chairs, 1960s. Set of 2.
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern easy chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, designed in 1956.
T...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
BM 2213 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 Furniture
Materials
Oak
$17,132 / item
Borge Mogensen for Soberg cabinet with bookshelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Borge Mogensen for soberg teak cabinet and bookshelf. the cabinet doors open to a shelf inside. the bookshelf on top is removable and has an adjustable shelf. no key is present.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa original upholstered with black leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2322, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, Model Hydra 1, 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
Classic light from Denmark. Metal lamp, powder coated and chrome frame.
Very high quality.
Design: Jo Hammerborg
Manufacturer: Fog and Morup
Mode...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Model 2208, Original Black Leather
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.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chair in Oak and Cane Wicker
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chair, model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s.
This naturalistic looking chair is characterized by a splendid design featuring simpl...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with canvas and cognac aniline tubings.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204, made by Fredericia ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak, Canvas
Pair of Danish Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Patinated Leather by Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs in patinated leather designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Møbelfabrik. Outstanding quality and very comfortable. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Dining Table in Teak and Brass by Børge Mogensen, 1959
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Teak and Brass by Børge Mogensen, 1959
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare dining table model Öresund
Produced by ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Windsor 2350 Armchair in Oak Wood by Børge Mogensen by Fredericia, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century wooden windsor armchair model "3250" in oak by Børge Mogensen produced by Fredericia Furniture in Denmark, 1960s. In good original condition.
Dimensions: H:...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen Work Desk in Oak & Linoleum by P. Lauritsen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare Børge Mogensen "BM80" work desk made by P. Lauritsen & Sons in the early 1970s. The table is made from solid oak with a beautiful grain and dark blue linoleum. Assembled with cu...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac aniline leather and canvas.
Legs of teak.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Børge Mogensen Coffee Table, Solid soap Treated Oak, Model 268, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen coffee table in solid soap treated oak.
Model 268, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Solid oak dining table model 6288 by Børge Mogensen, Fredericia, Denmark 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining table model 6288 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Denmark by Fredericia Stolefabrik during the late 1950s-1960s. Made from solid oak. Very good vintage condition with l...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather.
Legs of mahogany.
Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian modern pine bench by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare 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 Furniture
Materials
Pine
1970s, Danish design by Børge Mogensen, 3-seater sofa model 2523, restored.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Børge Mogensen, 3-seater sofa model 2523. Completely renovated-reupholstered in quality grey furniture velvet. Renewed oak legs. Manufactured by Danish furnit...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Børge Mogensen Bench or Coffee Table Model 5275 in Oak and Cane for Fredericia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant and rare large model bench / coffee tables (Model 5275) designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stølefabrik, Denmark in the 50s.Solid oak frame with hand-woven cane all in ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa kupe sofa, 2292, new upholstery
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen new upholstered kupe sofa with walnut elegance leather.
Legs of oak.
Model 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Matching three seater, pair of lounge chairs and otto...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
P. Lauritsen & Søn Danish Teak Extension Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern expandable dining table Model no. BM 60 in teak designed by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn, c. 1958. This piec...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler Teak Cabinet Model 232
Located in Madrid, ES
Cabinet of teak, later mounted on unoriginal oak feet of slightly lighter color. Front with two doors. Interior with two shelves and four pullout trays. Manufactured in Denmark by FD...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 "Spanish"/"Jagt spisestolen" dining chairs model 3237 designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Oak with naturally patinated leather seat and back. Very good condition.
Please note: an additional set of 4 matching armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Leather
$24,028 / set
Pair of "Slædestolen" Børge Mogensen Easy Chairs 2256, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 2256 produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Designed in 1956 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia. This rare version comes with a caned seat.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen Model 122 Teak Dining Chairs for Soborg
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Set of four classic Model 122 teak dining chairs designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, Denmark. These Shaker-inspired chairs feature clean lines and subtle contours character...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Sleigh Chair and footstool by Børge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co, 1953
By Børge Mogensen, Tage M. Christensen & Co 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sleigh chair designed by Börge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co,
Denmark. 1953.
Wool upholstery, steel legs and Brazilian rosewood runners.
Armchair:
H: 82 cm/ 2' 8 1/8"
W: 82 ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Børge Mogensen Model #2253 Three-Seat Sofa, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful three-seat sofa model no. 2253, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original salmon colored wool with leather straps on an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Early Børge Mogensen BM-62 Armchairs in Oak & Cane by Fredericia, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of armchairs / dining chairs in oak and woven cane by Børge Mogensen model "BM-62" produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1960s. In good vintage and matching condition...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Børge Mogensen Pair of J39 Mogensen Chairs, Black Paper Cord/Black Lacquered Oak
Located in Dubai, AE
Versatile and iconic, the J39 is recognized for its timeless appeal and lasting durability.
Designed by Børge Mogensen and launched in 1947, it has been in continuous production for ...
Category
2010s Latvian Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa 2213 Fredericia Furniture Denmark 1960s
Located in Ystad, SE
Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa Model 2213
With original patinated black leather upholstery.
Produced by Fredericia Furniture, Denmark 1960s
Dark stained beech legs
Manufact...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair with Ottoman, Dunes Sørensen leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair with ottoman new upholstered with dunes aniline leather from Sørensen leather.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204 + 2292, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Vintage Teak Coat Rack by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish vintage teak coat rack by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, 1960s.
Stylish and elegant midcentury modern coat rack with hat shelf in solid teak and steel tubing. Shelf with b...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Desk BM-66 by Børge Mogensen, Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark No. 2
Located in Hägersten, SE
Desk model BM-66 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark, ca late 1950s-1960s. Made from teak wood on the table top and drawers. Inside of the drawers...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair with Ottoman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair with ottoman new upholstered with walnut elegance leather.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Borge Mogensen Teak Chest of Drawers / Shelf for Soborg Mobelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Halle, DE
Midcentury Borge Mogensen Cupboard Elements in teak wood. Chest of Drawers and Shelf on top. Both pieces are stamped with manufacturer’s stamp and “Made in Denmark”. Chest of drawers...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen Oak Coffee Table Model 5261
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen 1914-1972.
Coffee table in solid oak. Features rectangular table top and triangular legs.
Designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Frederica, Denmark, in...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Øresund Model 537 Chairs by Børge Mogensen
Located in Balen, BE
Early set of 6 Øresund model 537 dining chairs in oak and rush seats, designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Sweden by Karl Andersson & Söner.
The Danish designer Børge Mogensen designed a whole series of furniture aptly named after the Øresund bridge which connects Denmark and Sweden; referring to the collaboration between the Danish designer and Swedish furniture maker.
The quality of the chairs is truly stunning. Designed and crafted in the spirit of Shaker furniture, working to create heaven on earth. Key elements are functionalism, simplicity, quality craftsmanship, use of natural and local materials, proportion and balance, modesty and humility.
In essence a celebration of honest design, where form follows function, and beauty arises from simplicity, quality, and purposeful craftsmanship.
The chairs are in very good and original condition.
HxWxDxSH: 75cm x 52cm x 47cm x 44cm
The matching Øresund table...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rush, Oak
Fine Teak Desk Mod.202 by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler 1953
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding teak desk, mod. 202 by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler Denmark 1953. Elegant shape with fine steel frame and 4 drawers. Beautiful selected teak. Produced 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair with Ottoman, Nature Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair with ottoman new upholstered with vegetable nature leather.
Legs in teak.
Model 2204 + 2...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen for Federicia Stolefabrik Wall Unit in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, wall unit, model BM 291, oak, Denmark, design 1956
This well-constructed wall system is designed by Børge Mogensen, featuring clear lines ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of Two Fully Restored Danish Borge Mogensen Customizable Armchairs in Oak
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two fully restored Danish Borge Mogensen customizable armchairs in oak
The elegant comfortable chairs feature a relatively simple straight lined frame combined with a large c...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Teak Eight-Drawer Dresser by Børge Mogensen Teak Eight-Drawer Dresser
Located in San Diego, CA
This elegant four-drawer dresser is a refined example of Børge Mogensen’s enduring contributions to Danish Modern design. Crafted from warm, richly grained teak, the piece showcases ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Borge Mogensen Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak for Soborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Danish Modernism free-standing office desk or dining table by Borge Morgensen, made of fined teak top and beech frame, fitted with drop-leaves on ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
Pair of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen. Oak and original cognac leather, with the perfect patina.
Produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Global shipping available.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
$22,827 / set
Pair of Børge Mogensen Spanish Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1960s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
A pair of Borge Mogensen’s iconic Spanish Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in original cognac leather. Pair has been lovingly cared for and is distinguished by it’s own age...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of ten teak dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, model 155, in a rare edition with steel legs. Elegant, light expression. Two of the chairs have...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chairs ‘BM 61’ in Oak and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chairs model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s
This naturalistic looking chair is characterized by a splendid desi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Børge Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. Daybed Model 190 was designed in 1954 for Fredericia Furniture and shows Mogensen’s strong design ideals putting functionality and longevity first.
Among the great mid-20th century Danish furniture designers, Børge Mogensen distinguished himself with his faith in traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials. He focused on making pieces that were simple, durable and comfortable, while his chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. Even though he was a classicist, who believed that furniture forms should evolve from those of historical models, Mogensen shared the aesthetical sensibilities of his most forward-looking colleagues. This daybed has a simple look with understated elegance executed from high-quality materials. The solid oak construction stands on four round, tapered legs and has a lamella top with an upholstered mattress on it. Since the aesthetic is dominated by straight lines, the mattress has button tufting to bring depth into the appearance and accentuate the light coloured fabric. Paired with the blonde oak, the result is elegant and timeless, an aesthetic that can easily complement any style.
Danish furniture maker Fredericia Stolefabrik was founded in 1911 by N. P. Ravnsø in an industrial port town of the same name. From the start, Ravnsø built Fredericia's reputation on quality and hired only the most skilled craftsmen he could find. In 1955, the Ravnsø family sold Fredericia to Andreas Graversen, whose first order of business would be to hire Børge Mogensen as head of design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The mattress has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
76.37 in W x 32.87 in D x 10.82 in H (excl. mattress)
194 cm W x 83.5 cm D x 27.5 cm H (excl. mattress)
About the designer:
Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinetmaker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950, he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with jepard aniline leather.
Legs of teak.
Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather
1960s Børge Mogensen Side Chairs in Mahogany and Leather for Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two King of diamonds chairs in mahogany and beige leather designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1944.
The chairs feauture an elegant and light Børge Mogensen d...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Bookshelf BM 291 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1956.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent bookshelf by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1956. This is model BM 291 in oak and features 3 shelfs. Authentic piece in its original well presented co...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rörstrand, and Rug & Kilim. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $2,339.
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