1812/​526

Mogens Koch (b. Frederiksberg 1898, d. Copenhagen 1992)

Three solid teak cabinets with visible joints, and three belonging bases. Cabinets with brass fittings. Made by Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmakers, Copenhagen. Cabinets H. 76. W. 76. D. 36 cm. Bases H. 5. W. 76. D. 36 cm. (6)

Bookcase - or the Bookcase system - designed by Mogens Koch is an icon today for design lovers worldwide. Unique craftsmanship, fine details and timeless design also appeal to new generations appreciating the quality and flexibility provided by the system. Mogens Koch started designing the bookcase in 1928 with the first sketches for the modular bookcase system. Rud. Rasmussen produced the first prototype in 1930, and the bookcase was put into production in 1932.

The bookcase designed by Mogens Koch has thus been produced continuously for more than 75 years at Rud. Rasmussen. The workshop has refined the industrial craftsmanship where the units are made of solid wood in very thin dimensions by skilled cabinet makers who use the traditional dovetail joints and rabbet joints to provide high strength and stability of each individual bookcase system.

Condition

Minor wear due to age and use. Some scratches and marks. Colour difference. Three keys are enclosed.

Auction

Modern art and design, 20 March 2018

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

12,000–15,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

25,000 DKK  

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