Danish Modern Executive freestanding Desk attributed to Børge Mogensen

Original Danish Modern Executive freestanding Teak and Oak Desk attributed to Børge Mogensen, 1950’s, Denmark, Model 130

 

This medium-size desk is designed in 1950’s in teak and European white oak for subtle and beautiful contrasting colour presentation. Produced in Denmark.

 

Created as an executive desk with three dovetailed graduating drawers on either side of the knee and three open book/display cases at the back, allowing for positioning anywhere in a room. The desk is adorned with delicate drop-brass handles and is supported by four tapering cylindrical oak legs, each finished with dark oak "shoes" at the bottom.

 

The piece showcases clean, minimalist lines with a gentle curve in the oak frame. Its medium size makes it suitable for both home and office settings. This desk is a rare find, the only one we've come across in years of collecting, and it boasts exceptional craftsmanship.

 

Dimensions: 74cm high, 155cm wide, 75cm deep

Condition: This piece is remarkably well-preserved considering its age, exhibiting only subtle signs of wear — please refer to the photos for a closer look. The condition is good with a few light marks but nothing untoward. It has undergone a careful restoration and refinishing process using high-quality materials, where needed.

 

Identifying Marks: This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark. This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources.

 

 

BØRGE MOGENSEN (Denmark, 1914 - 1972) Børge Mogensen, one of the most important of a generation of extremely talented Danish furniture designers, valued traditional craftsmanship and honesty of materials, especially teak, oak, and leather. Mogensen, along with his peers Finn Juhl, Arne Jacobsen, and Hans Wegner, created international respect for Danish furniture design. His beautifully simple and functional designs continue to enjoy worldwide demand. Børge Mogensen studied furniture design at the Copenhagen School of Arts and Crafts from 1936–38, and then trained as an architect (from 1938–42) at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts' School of Architecture. Mogensen studied under and later worked for Kaare Klint, a master cabinetmaker whose chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. In 1942, Mogensen became head of design at the Danish Consumers Coöperative Society (FDB). He opened his own design office in 1950, and was one of a handful of designers who helped define and popularize the "Danish Modern" design style. He was honored with the Eckersberg Medal in 1950, the annual prize from the Copenhagen Carpentry Guild in 1953, and the C.F. Hansen Medal in 1972. 

 

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Like many Mid-Century pieces, it harmoniously combines sturdy solid wood with a top-grade wood veneer.

 

We try to capture the condition of our items in our photographs as best as possible. Prior to dispatch all items are carefully cleaned and re-coated with danish oil to ensure your item is looking its best when delivered.

 

Restoration Process:

In our studio workshop, every item undergoes a meticulous inspection and careful restoration process. We prioritize maintaining the original charm and patina of the piece, while also making it a beautiful addition to modern interiors.

 

Our Approach Includes:

• Examining and reinforcing the joints
• Cleaning the wood and removing any stains
• Conducting veneer repairs as necessary
• Polishing or refinishing surfaces to enhance their appearance

 

 

Prices do not include delivery.

 

Cape Town delivery is calculated at check-out.

 

For delivery outside Cape Town please contact us. Delivery to these areas is quoted based on the item's dimensions. We can unfortunately not reserve any items until transport has been finalized.

 

We can arrange shipping in Cape Town and arrange or recommend courier for the rest of the country. 

For larger items, we work with an external service that can handle your delivery. Delivery is made by appointment and we make every effort to give you a 2-hour time window on the date of delivery.

​Please note that most shippers deliver alone so you may be expected to help on one end in bringing your piece inside. If you cannot help, please let us know so we can book a two-person delivery (which might cost more). Also, if you need help carrying your piece upstairs, be sure to let us know beforehand.

Contact us to arrange to view, discuss collection or if you have any queries.

 

We deliver locally within Cape Town for a fee and can accommodate collection by courier or in person.  Collections must be made within 7 days of purchase as we cannot hold furniture for extended periods. 

 

For local Cape Town deliveries: We provide a complimentary layer of bubble wrap in our packaging. However, for a more thorough and secure wrapping approach to guarantee the safe arrival of your item, we suggest opting for our comprehensive packaging solution. This solution encompasses multiple layers of bubble wrap, cardboard and foam as needed, and pallet wrap. There is an additional charge of R200-400, depending on the size of the item, to cover the cost of this enhanced service and materials. To arrange for this option, kindly get in touch with us via email: vintageclubhq@gmail.com

 

 

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As to be expected with vintage items, this item may have minor amounts of wear. All of our items are available to view prior to purchase.

Although all effort is made to lightly refurbish and clean our furniture to best represent their original state, it must be noted that the majority of the items we source date from before 1980’s. For this reason signs of their vintage condition & age might still be visible. We try to point out any visible concerns. 

Please note that all items are described to the best of our ability, we strongly encourage our clients to closely inspect item photos, descriptions, and details before purchasing anything. Please review all images as they are considered part of the item description. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

 

VINTAGE CONDITIONS:

excellent - Like new, exhibiting minimal to no indications of wear, with scarcely any visible signs of age or use.
very good - Light use marks and signs of age, such as minor scratches and minimal wear on areas like feet or inconspicuous spots on veneer or leather.
good - Displays light to moderate scratches, with some more noticeable blemishes. May have small damages and stains, and the possibility of ring marks. Leather may exhibit small rips. 
fair - Exhibits more pronounced scratches, including lighter ones in many prominent areas (e.g., the top of a sideboard). Leather may show tears and stress marks

Unfortunately we currently only deliver in Cape Town area, but you are welcome to arrange courier on your side, we can also arrange on your behalf. 

Shipment outside of Cape Town is NOT calculated at check-out and is quoted based on the item's dimensions and or weight.

Unfortunately we can not reserve any items until shipping has been finalized (the item should be purchased and checked out, with payment confirmation received if paid via EFT).

After purchase, we can assist you with costs from our preferred supplier. 

Please note that all items shipped outside of Cape Town are wrapped extensively, we charge a small packaging fee depending on the item, starting cost of R150 per individual item. The cost of wrapping depends on the size of the item. For ALL our items, especially fragile items, i.e. glass and mirrors we recommend professional crating.

 

For fragile items or items that have glass elements we don't recommend shipment and transport outside of Cape Town. 

 

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