Børge Mogensen 1914–1972
One of the most productive and influential Danish designers of the mid-20th century, Børge Mogensen became best known for his functional designs. His work is characterized by simple lines, modest proportions, and clarity of design. His high quality craftsmanship remains approachable and attainable. He began his training as a cabinetmaker in 1934 then studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts before enrolling at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture where he graduated in 1941. Mogensen was a student and teaching assistant of Kaare Klint later working in the designer’s studio in Copenhagen. In 1948, he participated in the Museum of Modern Art, New York’s Low-Cost Furniture exhibition with friend, Hans J. Wegner and frequently exhibited his furniture designs at the Copenhagen Cabinetmaker’s Guild Exhibitions as well.
Auction Results Børge Mogensen
Børge Mogensen
Hunting chairs, pair
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $27,500
Børge Mogensen
cabinets, pair
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $18,750
Børge Mogensen
Hunting chair
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $17,500
Børge Mogensen
drop-leaf desk
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $13,750
Borge Mogensen
chest of drawers
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $13,200
Børge Mogensen
sofa, model 2193
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $11,250
Børge Mogensen
cabinets, pair
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $11,250
Børge Mogensen
Conference chairs, set of twelve
estimate: $9,000–12,000
result: $10,000
Børge Mogensen
settee
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $9,600
Børge Mogensen
Hunting chairs, pair
estimate: $9,000–12,000
result: $9,525
Børge Mogensen
benches, pair
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
Master of the House writing desk
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
cabinets
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
cabinets, pair
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
bookcases, set of three
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
cabinet
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $8,750
Børge Mogensen
settee
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $8,400
Børge Mogensen
Spanish chairs, pair
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $8,125
Børge Mogensen
Spanish lounge chairs, pair
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $8,125
Børge Mogensen
settee
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $7,800
Børge Mogensen
cabinets, pair
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $7,500
Børge Mogensen
wall-mounted cabinets, set of three
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $7,500
Børge Mogensen
Early cabinet
estimate: $3,000–5,000
result: $7,500
Børge Mogensen
Conference chairs, set of twelve
estimate: $9,000–12,000
result: $7,500