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One of Mogensen’s final chairs—reissued with its original ease intact
Originally designed in 1968, the Canvas 21 Chair is one of Børge Mogensen’s later works—and one of his most relaxed. It moves away from the heavier, more formal language of his early leather pieces, toward something simpler, more open. A wood frame. A suspended seat and backrest in flat canvas. Brass fittings that will change over time. There’s a looseness to it, but also a lot of control. The proportions are tight. The construction is clear. Nothing is added without reason.
The materials do the work. FSC-certified solid oak, 100% linen canvas, and brass—nothing synthetic, nothing overfinished. The seat and back stretch between round dowels with just the right amount of give, held in place by the weight and balance of the frame. The horizontal and vertical lines are classic Mogensen, part of the legacy of Danish design that emphasizes structure, clarity, and everyday usability. The palette and restraint also align naturally with the principles of Japandi interiors—calm, functional, and grounded in honest materials. Over time, the chair develops character: canvas softens, brass dulls, the oak darkens slightly. It doesn’t wear out—it settles in.
The Canvas 21 Chair was originally known as the BM2221. It’s one of the last pieces Mogensen designed before his death in 1972. It lived in his own home in Gentofte and later appeared in spaces like the Louisiana Museum’s lecture hall. Until recently, it remained outside of Fredericia’s active catalog. Its return feels less like revival and more like recognition. The form still resonates—structural, quiet, and built with the kind of intention that defines the best of Scandinavian design.
