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Madsen, 1960s, Set of 4","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eModel · BM1\u003cbr\u003eDesigner · Børge Mogensen\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer · C.M. Madsen\u003cbr\u003eOrigin · Denmark\u003cbr\u003ePeriod · 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle · Scandinavian Modern \/ Danish Modern\u003cbr\u003eMaterials · Solid oak, leather\u003cbr\u003eColour · Natural oak, black\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BM1 Dining Chair is Børge Mogensen at his most disciplined: simple enough to disappear into everyday life, yet considered enough to remain relevant decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a solid oak structure and black leather seat, the chair relies on proportion rather than decoration. The frame is direct and architectural, with each element clearly expressing its purpose. Against the warmth and visible grain of the oak, the black leather introduces a precise graphic contrast and a softer point of contact with the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a particular confidence to Mogensen's quieter furniture. Nothing asks for attention, yet nothing feels unresolved. The construction is substantial without becoming heavy, the proportions generous without excess, and the materials are chosen to improve rather than deteriorate through use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a set of four, the chairs create a strong rhythm around a dining table while remaining visually restrained. They belong to the tradition of Danish furniture designed not as an image, but as part of the architecture of everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBørge Mogensen (1914–1972) was one of the central figures of Danish modernism and one of its strongest advocates for functional, durable furniture made from honest materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrained as a cabinetmaker before studying furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Mogensen developed an approach rooted in construction, proportion and everyday human needs. He looked frequently to vernacular furniture and historical archetypes, searching for forms that had already proved their usefulness through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work rarely relied on novelty. Instead, Mogensen refined familiar ideas until almost nothing unnecessary remained, creating furniture that feels equally convincing in the decade it was designed and generations later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC.M. Madsen was a Danish furniture manufacturer associated with the country's mid-century cabinetmaking tradition and the production of high-quality modern furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts work reflects the principles that made Danish furniture internationally significant during the period: carefully selected materials, precise joinery, restrained detailing and construction intended for long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collaboration with Børge Mogensen brought these manufacturing values together with one of Danish modernism's clearest design philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid oak frames remain in excellent original vintage condition, preserving their natural grain, warm tone and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black leather seats are supple, intact and comfortable, with the subtle signs of age expected from authentic vintage furniture. The materials have been well preserved and the chairs retain both their structural integrity and visual clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the set is presented in excellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth · 49 cm \/ 19.3 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth · 47 cm \/ 18.5 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight · 78 cm \/ 30.7 in\u003cbr\u003eSeat height · 45 cm \/ 17.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set of four BM1 Dining Chairs is accompanied by a Back to the Furniture Certificate of Originality, a Back to the Furniture flyer, a Thank You card and a small gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BM1 Dining Chairs are ready to ship within 10–15 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available. Every piece is carefully prepared and packed for international transport. Shipping costs are calculated according to destination at checkout, with tracking provided after dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnquiries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor questions about the pieces, their condition, shipping, delivery or any other details, please get in touch. 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