Chair Model J39 in Beech and Wicker Seat by Børge Mogensen for FDB, 1940s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

J39 is a chair with generously dimensioned proportions with extremely good comfort. Mogensen's motto was that you should be able to sit comfortably and change your sitting position without problems.

The chair was designed by the famous Danish designer Børge Mogensen in 1947 and is a timeless piece of furniture that can easily be combined with both the Mogensen dining table and other modern tables of different cuts! Mogensen is known for his minimalistic and innovative design classics that are still as relevant today, and which really withstand both the eye's consideration and the user's wear and tear over time. His design language is easily recognisable, characterized by solid craftsmanship and carefully selected material choices of the highest quality. Every detail in his design is well thought out and contributes to a functional and aesthetically pleasing whole. There is absolutely nothing to tire of, and every time you see or use these pieces of furniture, they evoke a sense of timeless elegance and practical beauty!

The chair is made of solid beech which provides a stable and durable construction, and the seat is hand-braided in natural colored paper cord. This string has been treated with an environmentally friendly soap and wax, and gives the seat not only a beautiful and unique look, but also provides a high degree of resistance to stains and dirt.

The legs of the chair are connected all around, which provides extremely good stability.

The chairs are manufactured by BDF in Denmark.

48 cm wide and 45-76 cm high.

In very good condition with minimal traces of use both on the frame and the braiding, can basically be considered unused!

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Creator	Børge Mogensen
Manufacturer	FDB
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Production Period	1940 to 1949, 1950 to 1959, 1960 to 1969, 1970 to 1979
Country of Manufacture	Denmark
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Danish Design, Vintage, Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern, Design Classics
Detailed Condition	Excellent — This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations.
Product Code	BPJ-2042803
Materials	Beech, Wicker
Color	Blonde
Width	48 cm 48 cm
Depth	43 cm 43 cm
Height	76 cm 76 cm
Seat Height	45 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Sweden
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

About the Creator

Børge Mogensen

Designer Børge Mogensen was born in Aalborg, Denmark in 1914. He studied furniture design at the Copenhagen School of Arts and Crafts under esteemed Professor Kaare Klint from 1936–38. Next, he studied at the School of Furniture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts from 1938–41, where he also served as Klint’s teaching assistant. 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.

Mogensen’s aesthetic was clean and highly functional. He was driven to create affordable, practical designs, and his preferred material was wood. Clients included Fredericia Stolefabrik, Fritz Hansen, and Søborg Møbelfabrik, among others. Notable projects include Spokeback Sofa (1945), and Spanish Chair (1959), as well as a variety of shelving and storage designs. 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.

Mogensen passed away in Denmark in 1972.