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 chairs, sofas and other 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, Mogensen’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.
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.
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Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This Danish modern dresser–vanity features classic mid-century lines in warm teak with tapered legs and recessed pulls. The center drop-front opens to create a vanity or desk surface...
Teak
Borge Mogensen 'Model 130' Teak Writing Desk for Soborg Mobler
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Stunning teak writing desk designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler. This piece features a simple, yet elegant design characteristic of Mogensen furniture. Also typical of Mogens...
Teak
Teak desk by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A handsome and well-crafted teak double pedestal desk designed by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn, circa 1950s. With its warm teak surfaces and clean architectural lines, t...
Brass
Børge Mogensen BM-66 Desk for P. Lauritsen & Søn
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully crafted teak desk model BM-66 by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark. Solid oak drawer construction with adjustable interior. Brass hardware with nice pati...
Teak
1960s Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik Teak Writing Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Classic Teak Writing Desk, designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik in Denmark. This example was produced in the 1960s. It features two right-hand drawers which pr...
Teak
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 59 in D 29 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Desk by G.V. Møbler, 1960s
By G.V. Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern G.V. Møbler teak desk boasts a striking floating top with three dovetail drawers on the left and a deep file drawer on the r...
Birch, Teak
Victorian Writing Table Mahogany Desk Holland and Sons 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany 2 drawer writing table. Circa 1870 This writing table comes with the makers mark of Holland and Sons The writing table is raised upon ring turned legs with original brass ca...
Mahogany
$2,900 / set
H 48 in W 27.5 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A funky art deco vanity with mirror. Solid pine with period deco hardware. Mirror has some small dark spot from age. All in all very good condition. Price includes both vanity & mirr...
Mirror, Pine
Unavailable|$3,000
H 29 in W 60 in D 29.5 in L 29 in
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional example of Danish Modern design, this stunning teak desk was designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen. Celebrated for his ability to combine el...
Teak
$5,458Sale Price|20% Off
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
Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons Italian Walnut Asymmetrical Desk
By M. Singer & Sons, Bertha Schaefer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diminutive midcentury angled student desk in Italian walnut designed by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons (Model 2162 - USA, ca. 1955). Often co-attributed to Gio Ponti, who also...
Metal
$1,850
H 30.75 in W 39.5 in D 18.25 in
Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser Mid Century Soborg Mobler #3
By Soborg Mobler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser, designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, Denmark, circa 1960s. This chest is currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed...
Wood, Teak
$28,000
H 53 in W 41 in D 17 in
c. 1956 Rare Handcrafted Brazilian Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Borge Mogensen
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Oakland, CA
Exquisite Scandinavian rosewood bar cabinet designed by Børge Mogensen and handcrafted by master cabinetmakers P. Lauritsen & Søn, Denmark c 1956. This rare, handcrafted cabinet show...
Glass, Mirror, Rosewood
Italian Art Deco White Parchment Vanity
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Art Deco white parchment diminutive triangular form lady's vanity /dressing table with a drawer centered by 2 side drawers and 2 doors. Parchment is separating from the piece
Wood, Parchment Paper
$4,495
H 57.09 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in
Borge Mogensen chest of drawers in teak Soborg Mobelfabrik Denmark 1960
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Børge Mogensen chest of drawers in teak, produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. A refined example of Danish Modern design, combining Mogensen’s functional approach with exce...
Beech, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century Danish modern teak secretary desk featuring sleek Scandinavian lines, elevated styling, and versatile storage. This compact piece includes two spacious lower dr...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Vanity or Desk
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Vanity or Desk. Drawers on back side. Drawer with vanity mirror inside. 43.5w 25d 28.5h
Wood
$1,850
H 30.75 in W 39.5 in D 18.25 in
Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser Mid Century Soborg Mobler #2
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Chest or Dresser, designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, Denmark, circa 1960s. This chest is currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed...
Wood, Teak
$2,715
H 34.45 in W 59.26 in D 18.12 in
Børge Mogensen Mid Century Sideboard For Soborg Mobler Model 160
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Norwich, England
Mid century Børge Mogensen teak and beech sideboard for Soborg Mobler. Model 160, Circa 1958. The sideboard has been very well looked after and retains its original finish, which i...
Beech, Teak
Teak Desk, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak desk made in Denmark in the 1960s. There are 6 spacious drawers at the front, and at the back of the bar. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: H 73...
Teak
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Teak Secretary Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Secretary Desk by Børge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, circa 1960's. This gorgeous teak drop-front secretary desk has three storage drawers. Tall tapered legs under a teak case g...
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 57.5 in D 28.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Executive Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern Executive desk designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Mobler in aged teak, circa 1950's. This unique piece offers plenty of storage space including five dovetailed ...
Teak
Midcentury Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, 1950s
By Bovirke, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Original desk organizer designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson in the 1950s. Made in Denmark. Great condition.
Beech, Oak
Sold
H 47 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Rare Danish Modern Borge Mogensen Tall Secretary Secretaire Desk Cabinet
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid century Borge Morgensen teak secretary desk is part desk, part storage. Bottom part has three drawers. Top leaf drops down into a writing surface. Multifunctional and elegant, th...
Wood, Teak
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H 29 in W 57.25 in D 28.5 in
Expertly Restored - Børge Mogensen Teak & Oak Executive Desk for Søborg Møbler
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Wood, Oak, Teak
Danish Modern Teak 6 Drawer Versatile Desk by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful elegant Danish design desk by Borge Mogensen in teak nice quality and craftsmanship, dovetail drawers, we have lightly sanded and refinished the top, cleaned and oiled the ...
Teak
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Teak Secretary Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece has been restored to excellent condition! Danish Secretary Desk by Børge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, circa 1960's. This gorgeous teak drop-front secretary desk has thre...
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 39.5 in L 28.75 in
Vintage Teak Danish Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern compact writing desk designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Mobler in teak and oak. This contrasting piece includes three dovetailed drawers with signature sculpted...
Oak, Teak
Børge Mogensen Teak Writing Desk for Søborg Møbler
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen teak writing desk for Søborg Møbler.
Wood, Teak
Sold
H 48.82 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury Danish Teak Secretaire by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, 1950s
By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Midcentury Danish teak bureau by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, 1950s Large Danish modern teak secretary desk designed by famous Danish architec...
Teak
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H 28.94 in W 83.86 in D 35.04 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Børge Mogensen 1957 Beech and Teak Drop-Leaf Desk
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A superb vintage Danish Børge Mogensen extending drop-leaf desk in bent beechwood and teak with scissor legs and produced in 1957 by Søborg (...
Beech, Teak
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H 29.14 in W 57.49 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Large Desk in Teak, Model 130 by Børge Mogensen
By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian large desk in teak, model 130 by Børge Mogensen.
Teak
Vintage Teak Danish Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern compact writing desk designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Mobler in teak. This piece includes two dovetailed drawers with sign...
Teak
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H 34 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Classic Teak Dresser Desk or Vanity Designed by Børge Mogensen, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic teak dresser desk or vanity designed by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark. Featuring two generous size drawers, top drawer revealing desk (drop down drawer front) with mail slo...
Teak
Borge Morgensen Teak Executive Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
1950s teak executive desk designed by Borge Morgensen for Soborg Mobler. Fully restored, a few small dents to the top.
Teak