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Teak and Cane Armchair by Hans Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak armchair retaining the original cane seat and back.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
Armchair model JH507 designed in 1952 by Hans Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen. In solid hand
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
H 31.7 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair Attrib. to Hans Wegner '10 Available'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Belmont, MA
Purchased in Denmark, this Danish Mid-Century Modern teak and blue wool lounge armchair is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair Attrib. to Hans Wegner '10 Available'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Belmont, MA
Purchased in Denmark, this Danish Mid-Century Modern teak and blue wool lounge armchair is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak and Blue Wool Armchairs Attributed to Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Belmont, MA
Purchased in Denmark, this pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern teak and blue wool lounge armchairs is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner JH-501 Chair, Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner JH-501 "The Chair", 1949. Wegner's most iconic design. This example with teak
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Hans Wegner JH-501 Chair, Teak
Hans Wegner JH-501 Chair, Teak
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 18.9 in
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Occasional Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern teak occasional armchair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner PP52 Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Minneapolis, MN
“Captains Chair” designed by Hans Wegner. Model PP52 produced by PP Mobler. A newer production made
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Wenge

JH 501 emblematic armchair by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner's most emblematic armchair, in its first version. It is this armchair that made
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Expertly Restored -Hans Wegner "Round" Teak & Cane Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Teak

Teak Conference Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A handcrafted and elegant armchair devoid of extraneous detailing, having an exposed solid teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Teak Conference Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Teak Conference Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 35.5 in W 26.25 in D 24 in
JH 517 - Buck Chair in patinated teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
manufacturer's label. Hans Wegner for master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Handsome Hans Wegner Inspired Mid-Century Teak Lounge Chair in Saffron Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century Hans Wegner inspired Danish teak lounge chair with newer saffron upholstery. The solid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / the chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Cowhorn Armchairs Model JH-505 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 4 Cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchairs Model JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 Cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood, Teak

CH-28 Teak and Unika Vaev Easychair by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Ch-28 „Sawbuck“ easychair / sawbuck chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark 1951
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
critic as “great bear paws embracing you from behind” — hence the name. The piece was designed by Hans
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair Produced by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / The Chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchairs JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood, Teak

Hans J Wegner The Chair Model JH501 in Teak with Original Cane Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful example of Hans Wegner's timeless The Chair or Round Chair built by cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair Model Jh-501 / the Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / the chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / The Chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Teak ''Papa Bear'' Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Montreal, QC
Teak ''Papa Bear'' chair and ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Bearing the tag
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Foldable Fireside Chair by Hans J Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Really nice foldable fireside chair Hans J Wegner Teak wood and black skai, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Foldable Fireside Chair by Hans J Wegner
Foldable Fireside Chair by Hans J Wegner
H 28.35 in W 22.84 in D 22.05 in
Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair' in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH503 in teak. Seat upholstered with black leather. Executed by Johannes
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair' in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH503 in teak. Seat upholstered with black leather. Executed by Johannes
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

FULLY RESTORED & STAMPED 1960's HANS J WEGNER CH 35 BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIR
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in GB
collectable, fully restored, circa 1950-1960 Hans J Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son Denmark stamped CH 35 armchair
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Midcentury "the Chair" Armchair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautifully designed and crafted teak and rattan “The Chair” armchair by Hans J. Wegner. “The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly reupholstered in fabric "Mons" from Astrid Textiles. Very good condition. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
H 38.59 in W 36.23 in D 38.59 in
'The Chair' designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wilton, CT
Known simply as "The Chair", designed by Hans Wegner in the 1950s, one of 20th century’s foremost
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Vintage 1970s Danish Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Rare Set of Hans J. Wegner Armchairs from Magasin du Nord
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
This design was custom-ordered for the interior of Magasin du Nord's department store in the 1950s. Few examples were produced and used in the retailer's shoe department. This set of...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs

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Teak

Set of Six Classic Chairs by Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great set of six (6) Hans Wegner JH-501 classic chairs. Teak and cane. Restored and recaned.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
“Peacock Chair”. Easy chair with ash frame and teak armrests. Seat with woven paper cord. Model JH
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Ash

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
H 42.13 in W 29.93 in D 27.96 in
Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lounge armchair with a tight upholstered back and loose seat cushion that sits on solid teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak, Upholstery

Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 31.5 in W 21 in D 28 in
'The Chair' a Teak Round Chair with a Caned Seat by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak 'Round' chair with masterfully sculpted backrest and arms floating atop tapered dowel legs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak, Cane

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
“Papa bear chair”. Easy chair with legs of beech, “nails” of teak. Seat, sides and button fitted
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair + Ottoman
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1951 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, the Papa Bear chair has become an icon of danish
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of Chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare pair of chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner, designed in 1949 and manufactured by Johannes
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Hans Wegner Original Danish JH-501 Chairs by Johannes Hansen for Knoll, Set of 4
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. Designed in 1949 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Danish Lounge Chair CH28 Sawback, 1950s Scandinavian
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lyon, FR
Original CH28 sawback lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner, Denmark, for Carl Hansen & Sons in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947 Aldo known as PP550. Early 1960's production
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

The Chair, Model JH503, Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This is a teak and leather chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen in the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

HANS J. WEGNER. Armchair, Teak/leather, Model CH-35, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark.
Located in Berlin, DE
HANS J. WEGNER. Armchair, Teak/leather, Model CH-35, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark. Very rare chair
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Early 20th Century Danish Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Vintage Hans Wegner AP-16 Lounge Chair in Oak & Cognac Leather, 1951
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans Wegner is one of the few designers working in the applied arts who consistently offers a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
left in our first photo. 2) Hans Wegner teak armchair, Denmark, circa 1950's. It measures 33.5"H
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
H 33 in W 17.5 in D 18.5 in
Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker
By Hans J. Wegner, A. P. Stohlen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Iconic Modern Design in the form of the Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair, created in 1953 and made by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Hans Wegner Pair of 'The Chairs'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner Pair of 'The Chairs' for Johannes Hansen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Hans Wegner Pair of 'The Chairs'
Hans Wegner Pair of 'The Chairs'
H 30 in W 25 in D 21 in
Danish Papa Bear Chair of Teak and Warm Yellow Wool, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Aarhus C, DK
manufacturer in the 1950s. The chair is in the same style as Hans J. Wegners Papa Bear chair. The nails on the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Teak

Wingback Armchair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wingback lounge armchair with a teak frame, retaining the original grey wool upholstery.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Wingback Armchair by Hans Wegner
Wingback Armchair by Hans Wegner
H 42 in W 29 in D 26 in
Gerhard Berg Teak "Mama Bear" Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sexy, quintessential Mid-Century Scandinavian design, reminiscent of Hans Wegner's Mama Bear chair
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans Wegner JH-515 Black Leather Teak Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage easy chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen in the 1950s. Rare
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-27 Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner AP-27 armchair designed in 1954 and produced by A.P. Stolen. Store formerly known as
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-27 Armchair
Hans Wegner AP-27 Armchair
H 41 in W 29 in D 32.5 in
Hans J. Wegner Armchair Cigaren Model GE-240, Teak and Oak GE240 Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Hamburg, HH
Hans J. Wegner armchair, model GE-240, 'Cigaren' with frame of massive teak, armrest of oak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Danish Armchair in Teak and Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner and Illum Wikkelsø. Please note that we advise reupholstery before use. This item might
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Armchair in Teak and Blue Upholstery
Danish Armchair in Teak and Blue Upholstery
H 28.75 in W 33.86 in D 32.68 in
Vintage Danish Modern Teak and Cane JH-501 Armchair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a fantastic example of Hans Wegner's iconic "The Chair" JH-501 for Johannes Hansen. A
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Oxhide Teak Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A very rare teak armchair / lounge chair retaining the original oxhide black leather seat and back
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Oxhide Teak Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Oxhide Teak Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 31 in W 28.25 in D 20.5 in
Hans Wegner JH-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner teak armchair c.1950s, Denmark, for Johannes Hansen. The rare model JH-515 features
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Abalone, Teak

Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
Scandinavian designer than Hans J Wegner or Borge Mogensen. Nonetheless, he made significant contributions to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Arne Vodder for Sibast Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Beige Upholstery
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
influential Scandinavian Midcentury designers, although he is not as well-known as for instance Hans Wegner or
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

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Hans Wegner Teak Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic hans wegner teak armchair available at 1stDibs. A hans wegner teak armchair — often made from hardwood, teak and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect hans wegner teak armchair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A hans wegner teak armchair, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one hans wegner teak armchair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and GETAMA produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Hans Wegner Teak Armchair?

The average selling price for a hans wegner teak armchair at 1stDibs is $5,714, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $100,521 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

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If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

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