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Hans Wegner Suite of Chairs Papa Bear
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A rare opportunity to purchase a matching set of Hans Wegner's most iconic and celebrated chairs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, 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
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

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
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in yellow 'COLOR' textile (colour: 10-101). Hans J. Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Papa Bear Chair, a classic design by Hans Wagner, showcases timeless elegance with its iconic
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
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
Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
This iconic Papa Bear chair was reupholstered in a wool flannel. The wingback Papa Bear chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
). ABOUT THE ITEM: This is an original ‘Papa Bear Chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced by the original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman, masterfully crafted by Hans Wagner, embody mid-century modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
002 Natural) ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in 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 Danish
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in 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, Bouclé, Teak

Hans Wegner Ap-29 Papa Bear Ottoman in Oak and Boucle
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-29 Papa Bear Ottoman, 1953 The Papa Bear chair is one of Danish master Hans
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, 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

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey 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

Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces were manufactured by the renowned A.P. Stolen in the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

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
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage “Papa Bear” chair designed by the famous Danish architect and furniture maker Hans
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker
By A. P. Stohlen, Hans J. Wegner
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

Materials

Oak

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
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen Papa Bear Style Pair of Chairs & Single Ottoman AP 19
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Mckinney, TX
chairs reminiscent of the timeless Hans J. Wegner Model AP 19, accompanied by a beautifully matched
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957 Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model is
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
H 20.48 in W 36.23 in D 16.93 in
Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner - AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957 Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model was an
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner, Teak Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner, Teak Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s Wegner designed this stool
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Lovely and large Scandinavian Red and Black Wingback Armchair 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
around the 1950s and is similar to the 'Papa Bear' chair designed by Hans J. Wegner. The armchair has a
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Culver City, CA
currently have this sofa alongside a Hans Wegner papa bear chair, an Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and a Poul
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Svend Skipper Lounge Chairs for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper
Located in Utrecht, NL
. For its resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Svend Skipper
Located in Utrecht, NL
resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that name, however
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
back is lightly bent and hugs a sitter in the manner of the famous Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Papa Bear Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Iconic Papa Bear ottoman designed by Hans Wegner for Papa Bear chair. Recently reupholstered in raw
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Vintage 1950s Danish Ottomans and Poufs

Papa Bear Ottoman by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Ottoman by Hans Wegner
H 16 in W 27.5 in D 17 in
Hans J. Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burnaby, BC
This is World class living art. Danish Mid-Century Modern AP19 "PAPA BEAR" Chair by Hans J
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Iconic Papa Bear Chair Designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen.
Located in Burnaby, BC
This chair is the original Papa bear chair designed and made in 50s by Hans J. Wegner and made by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Hans Wegner papa bear ottoman (footstool) in teak. Early production with nice patina. Can
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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Footstools

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman
H 16.25 in W 27.25 in D 16.25 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
This Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner was previously reupholstered in light grey wool and is in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 38.75 in W 35.75 in D 36 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1951. The iconic Papa Bear chair and en-suite ottoman nicely
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 34.65 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1951, model no. AP19, the iconic Papa Bear chair with ottoman
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
the Papa Bear by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A reupholstered vintage papa bear wing-back armchair with exposed arms and tapered dowel legs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

the Papa Bear by Hans Wegner
the Papa Bear by Hans Wegner
H 38.5 in W 26 in D 38.5 in
Hans J. Wegner Model AP19 Papa Bear, Designed in 1951 and Reupholstered in 2014
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
A Vintage Hans J. Wegner Model AP19 Papa Bear. Design 1951. Manufactured in the 1960s and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak, Wool

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottomans
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of teak Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chair ottomans. Freshly restored and reupholstered.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottomans
Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottomans
H 16.25 in W 27.25 in D 16.25 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
1950s papa bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner. Teak paws and legs. Reupholstered in grey mohair
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Mohair

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
For your consideration is a pair of Hans Wegner for AP Stolen Papa Bear chairs, reupholstered in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear with Teak Paws
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Denmark, 1951. A Papa Bear armchair, model AP-19. Sympathetically
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear with Teak Paws
Hans Wegner Papa Bear with Teak Paws
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
AP 19, Hans J. Wegner 1951. Stamped with maker´s mark. Reupholstered. Stained oak legs and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' Easy Chair
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' Easy Chair
H 38.98 in W 36.23 in D 35.44 in
Rosewood Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hudson, NY
Iconic lounge chair by Wegner, with solid rosewood arm pads and solid stained beech legs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Rosewood Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Rosewood Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 35.5 in W 35.5 in D 35 in
Pair of Papa Bear Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of Papa bear chairs designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen. The chairs have been
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peabody, MA
Danish "Papa Bear" lounge chair and ottoman in teak by Hans Wegner, newly reupholstered. Chair
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
chair comes with an original ottoman marked "GETAMA Denmark / Design Hans J. Wegner". All items have
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
H 38.59 in W 35.04 in D 35.04 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Ottoman in Cream
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Hans Wegner's AP19 'Papa Bear' chair and ottoman. Designed in 1953 and prized for its superb
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Vintage Oak Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Model AP-19 papa bear oak chair & ottoman set by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, 1953 The papa
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Antique 1850s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Gray
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a superb example of Hans Wegner's iconic AP19 'Papa Bear' chair. The iconic was designed in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Teak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A fully restored Papa bear chair designed by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen. Reupholstered in Maharam
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner, 1951 design for AP Stolen, Denmark. The iconic Papa Bear chair, newly reupholstered
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Armchair for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Wegner, 1951 design for AP Stolen, Denmark. The iconic Papa Bear chair, newly reupholstered
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

AP 69 Mega Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare "Mega Papa Bear" chair. Reupholstered in Royal Nubuck Lava. Legs and nails in oak. Made in a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

AP 69 Mega Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner.
AP 69 Mega Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner.
H 36.62 in W 37.41 in D 35.44 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear chair in Clara 2 wool (code: 987) with buttons in Savanne leather
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in L 39.38 in
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs. Produced by A.P
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in L 39.77 in
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in L 39.77 in
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Chicago, IL
Papa Bear chair, model AP19. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Reupholstered with great
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

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Hans Wegner Papa Reupholstered For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal hans wegner papa reupholstered for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every hans wegner papa reupholstered was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the hans wegner papa reupholstered you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right hans wegner papa reupholstered, those designed in Scandinavian Modern and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made hans wegner papa reupholstered over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Svend Skipper are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Hans Wegner Papa Reupholstered?

The average selling price for a hans wegner papa reupholstered at 1stDibs is $26,634, while they’re typically $4,043 on the low end and $52,500 for the highest priced.

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