2442/​934

Børge Mogensen (b. Aalborg 1914, d. Gentofte 1972)

A freestanding three seater sofa with mahogany legs, upholstered on sides, back and loose cushions with brown leather. Model 2213. Designed 1962. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture. L. 221 cm.

Børge Mogensen designed this sofa in 1962 for his home in Gentofte north of Copenhagen, where it was placed between two tables that dictated the measurements of the sofa. The simplicity and clean lines have since made the sofa one of the most recognised Mogensen pieces, still used widely today in government buildings, embassies, executive offices and private homes all over the world. Source: Fredericia Furniture.

Condition

Wear due to age and use, including scratches and marks. Leather with stains, dirt and wear. Crackles in leather.

Auction

Modern art and design, 15 October 2024

Category
Estimate

8,000–10,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

8,000 DKK  

13 bids

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