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AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in dark green 'Dunes' aniline leather (colour: Racing Green
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Oak Side Table with Green Tiles by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, this mid-century side table features a grid of incised green
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Ceramic

Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stools in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottomans or stools, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Set of 4 Wegner Style Black Lacquered Dining Chairs by Farstrup with Green Seats
By Hans J. Wegner, Farstrup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Wegner style black lacquered dining chairs by Farstrup. Almond shaped backrests and green
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lacquer

1960s Danish Hans J. Wegner Airport Chair, Reupholstered in Green Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
Hans Wegner AP38 'Airport' chair by A.P. Stolen. Danish Hans J. Wegner Airport chair by AP
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner Pair of GE-240 Cigar chairs, 1955 Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are four (sold individually) Wishbone chairs, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are three (sold separately) Wishbone dining chairs, designed by Hans Wegner and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Ge 671/3 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 671/3 - 3 seater sofa in bent oak and cushions in green wool. Designed in 1967. Hans J. Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Ge 671/3 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
Ge 671/3 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
H 28.35 in W 72.84 in D 30.71 in
2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green & Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted mint green, and a green
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

2021 Carl Hansen CH20 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner in Green with Leather Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted green, and an olive
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

2021 CH445 Wing Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH445 Wing Lounge Chair made with a stainless steel frame and green fabric
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Cane, Teak

Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
H 29.14 in W 78.15 in D 33.86 in
2020 CH445 Wing Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH445 Wing Lounge Chair made with a stainless steel frame and dark green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

2018 CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Oculus Lounge Chair designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

New Upholstered Hans Wegner GE-290 / 3 Sofa 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 / 3 sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. New cushions with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Utrecht, NL
upholstery in seafoam-green from a premium Italian brand. Hans J. Wegner's idea was that GE1 could be used
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
H 14.97 in W 70.87 in D 30.32 in
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Culver City, CA
Available now is an absolutely stunning lounge chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Early Daybed GE-258 by Hans Wegner for Getama 1954
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama 1954.. Early production with round legs, fixed
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions upholstered with green savan wool. Frame of teak
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions upholstered with green savak wool. Frame of teak
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
H 30.32 in W 33.86 in D 31.89 in
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with green Magrethe wool fabric
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in
Hans Wegner Oak Rocking Chair
By A. Mikael Laursen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A hard to find Hans J. Wegner designed Oak rocking chair produced by Mikael Laursen. An early
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Oak Rocking Chair
Hans Wegner Oak Rocking Chair
H 30.25 in W 24.5 in D 31 in
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chair Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chair model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

GE-236/3 Sofa in Teak by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-236 / 3 sofa in solid teak, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955. Manufactured by Getama in 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

GE-236/3 Sofa in Teak by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
GE-236/3 Sofa in Teak by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
H 30.32 in W 82.68 in D 27.56 in
Rare Hans J. Wegner Settee For Johannes Hansen, Model JH 555
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
We are so excited to present this gorgeous rare Hans J. Wegner Settee For Johannes Hansen, Model JH
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

Materials

Wool, Teak

4 Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn Chairs for Johannes Hansen in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 4 Restored Oak Cow Horn chairs by Hans Wegner with new olive green leather seats. This set
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

GE236/4 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Izegem, VWV
The model GE-236 / 4 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955 for Getama Denmark. It
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

GE236/4 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama
GE236/4 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama
H 28.75 in W 92.92 in D 33.47 in
Lounge / armchair, Model AP15, by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Full grain
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1951 and produced by A.P. Stolen, this sturdy armchair, model AP15
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Oak

Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Conference chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1942 for Plan Møbler, Denmark. These distinguished
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
tapered dowel legs, retains the original green wool upholstery.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 31.5 in W 21 in D 28 in
Pair of 'Plank' Chairs Model GE290 by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
recovered in Abraham Moon wool fabric in Fern Green, overall a great pair of classic mid-century lounge
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Jh-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH 515 oak armchair. Seat and back upholstered with green fabric. Executed by
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA This armchair
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Early Pair of Oak 'GE-290' Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1953
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
himself, Hans J. Wegner. This is model ‘GE-290’ with solid oak frames and the original green spring
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set of Four Teak Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare set of four (4) armless dining chairs retaining the original green oxhide upholstery.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Rocking Chair #45 by Hans J. Wegner for Tarm Stole & Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Tarm Stole
Located in Elshout, NL
By Wegner for Tarm Stole & Mobelfabrik Less common Hans J. Wegner rocking chair with the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA This pair of
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairfor A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in San Diego, CA
designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. The chair is named for its large, welcoming form, which is reminiscent of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wool

Three Seater Sofa, Model AP 18S, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Lejre, DK
The three-seater sofa, Model AP 18S, upholstered in green wool fabric and with dark wood legs, was
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen ‘New Papa Bear’ Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, ‘New Papa Bear’ lounge chair, model AP69, oak, reupholstered in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two identical original vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A. P. Stolen, with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner "CH28" Lounge Chair in Patinated Oak, Carl Hansen & Sons, 1950s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Early production Hans J. Wegner "CH28" lounge chair in patinated oak and dark green vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

2010s CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Oculus Lounge Chair designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1958 Danish Teak Hutch Bar Credenza by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. Wegner for Ry Møbler, this Scandinavian marvel is not only the pinnacle of versatility, but a stunning
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak, Pine

2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Beech & Horsehair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted green, with a green
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Oak Soap & Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid soaped oak frame and grey / green fabric seat
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Set of Six Sawbuck Chairs Ch 29 of Teak by Carl Hansen 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Aarhus C, DK
. Wegner and. Manufactured by Carl Hansen & Sons, Odense, Denmark the following years. The model CH-29 is
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Mid-Century, Set of 10 Chairs in Oak & Green Bouclé, Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Henry Rosengren Hansen, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
. Crafted by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Seats reupholstered in a green bouclé. This sculptural
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Vintage Pair of Hans Wegner Cigar Chairs with Ottoman, Denmark 1960s
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage pair of Hans Wegner Cigar chairs with ottoman, Denmark 1960s. Solid oak frame with original
Category

Vintage 1960s European Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Big Ceramic Green, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner) Sweden: (Hans Agne Jakobsson
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Big Ceramic Green, 1940
Big Ceramic Green, 1940
H 40.75 in Dm 7.88 in
Murano in color Green, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
: Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner) Sweden
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

 Murano in color Green, 1950, Italian
 Murano in color Green, 1950, Italian
H 1.58 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Modernist Abstract Sculpture, Green Marble, Teak, 1970s
Located in South Jordan, UT
Solid green marble abstract carved sculpture sourced from a private collector in California
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Danish Modern Armchair in Solid Oak by Cabinetmaker S. Thrane, Denmark, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
furniture design by Kaare Klint. The chair retains its original green wool upholstery in good condition. In
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

MCM Horn Style Armchair Green Gold & Black Horizontal Striped Upholstery
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Mid-Century Modern horn style armchair in its original green, gold, and black striped
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Green Wegner For Sale on 1stDibs

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