Børge Mogensen sideboard

This rare sideboard or bureau, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1950s, is a quintessential example of mid-century Scandinavian design. It embodies a perfect balance of clean, minimalist lines and practical functionality, underscored by high-quality craftsmanship and materials.

Constructed from teak, the sideboard displays a rich, warm tone with a prominent, well-defined grain pattern that accentuates the natural beauty of the wood. The design features six roomy drawers—three on each side—with integrated recessed handles that preserve the streamlined, minimalist aesthetic typical of Mogensen’s work.

The unit is supported by slender steel legs, introducing a subtle industrial contrast to the warm wood, which enhances the piece’s visual lightness and structural balance. This interplay of materials is characteristic of mid-century Scandinavian design, emphasizing both elegance and utility.

Børge Mogensen was a leading figure in Danish modernism, celebrated for creating furniture that was both functional and elegantly simple. His collaboration with Søborg Møbelfabrik ensured high standards in production, resulting in durable and timeless pieces.

Measuring 150 cm in width, 46 cm in depth, and 87 cm in height (59.1 x 18.1 x 34.3 inches), this sideboard remains in good vintage condition, showing minor signs of age that add to its authentic character and appeal.