Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Danish, 1914-2007
Best known for his chairs and other seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Hans Wegner’s best chair designs have their roots in traditional seating forms. The Peacock chair (designed in 1947) is a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair; pieces from the China chair series (begun in 1944) as well as the 1949 Wishbone chair, with its distinctive Y-shaped back splat, are derived from 17th-century Ming seating pieces, as is the upholstered Ox chair (1960). Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Wegner’s most representative piece, the Round chair (1949), gained a footnote in political history when it was used on the TV stage of the first Kennedy-Nixon debate of 1960. That chair, along with Wegner’s more bravura designs — for example, the 1963 Shell chair, with its curved surfboard-shaped seat — bring a quietly sculptural presence to a room.
Wegner was a designer who revered his primary material — wood — and it shows. His wood gathers patina and character with age; every Hans Wegner piece testifies to the life it has led.
Find vintage Hans Wegner lounge chairs, armchairs, daybeds and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Hans J. Wegner
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 J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen in Denmark, circa...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
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 green fabric from Kvadrat and new stripes.. Sofa prod. 1950s. During the restoration,...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner "GE290" Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "GE290" Lounge Chair
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table, smoked oak, extension leafes. Getama.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of smoked oak. Extension leafes
Made by GETAMA.
2x50 cm
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 'W2' Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 6 model W2 - Dining chairs in patinated oak and seat in new cane. Hans J. Wegner / C. M Madsen. (We may have more in stock if you are seeking a larger set).
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Danish Teak Dining Chairs CH 33 for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Hans Wegner sculpted CH33 dining chairs designed in 1957, for Carl Hansen & Son, made between 1957-1967. The chairs feature a dramatic curved backrest, new leather seats, and is cons...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner, these CH23 chairs features refined styling and masterful craftsmanship and are immediately recognizable with their curved seat backs and "+" shaped oak inlays.
In good vintage condition with the original paper cord (two chairs need some light seat restoration and cleaning. Please see photos). All chairs...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak, Papercord
Armchair Model CH28 in Oak, Designed By Hans J. Wegner Made by Carl Hansen & Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair, model CH28, represents a sublime meeting between functionality and aesthetics, created by the well-known designer Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. Crafted from solid oak, this special edition is beautifully upholstered in black leather, adding a sophisticated dimension to the original design.
The CH28 chair...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Mama Bear Lounge Chair Model AP 27
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-27, also known as the Mama Bear chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1957. This iconic chair has a tall back and oak wood paws and beautifully sculpted arms. As with every We...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Drop Leaf Desk or Table Model "AT-305" for Andreas Tuck, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Modernist drop-leaf table/desk by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner can be used both as a work desk and as a dining table. The design is from 1955 and this particular tab...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AT-303 “Sabre” Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in San Diego, CA
Uniquely beautiful cross-leg dining table, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, featured in Teak, Oak & Brass, is also known as the Sabre table. W...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Reupholstered Chair #CH30 by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Set of 2
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Elshout, NL
Vintage design chairs: CH30
Fab design by Hans J. Wegner with the renowned cruciform woodcraft fixture technique connecting the backrest. Other parts of the chair design are remarkab...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Wool
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Maharam Wool Boucle'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007.
"Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951.
Upholstered with Maharam Wool Boucle'. Teak nails ("paws") and legs. We have extra ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner “Cigar Sofa” GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Portland, OR
Classic Cigar sofa designed by Hans J. Wegner in oak. Reupholstered in a kvadrat textile with velvet welt. Three seats. Beautiful frame in solid oak with original finish, made in Den...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Textile, Oak
Oak Dining Table by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in London, GB
An oak dining table, large enough to seat 6, designed by Hans Wegner and made by Danish designer and cabinetmaker, Andreas Tuck, during the 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid-Century CH 25 Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Oak & Leather, c. 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, vintage Model CH 25 chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn built in Denmark in the late 1950's. The CH25 lounge chair, like many o...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Lounge Chair Flag Halyard PP 225 by Hans Wegner New Edition
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Flag Halyard chair lounge chair PP 225 new edition.
The Flag Halyard Hans Wegner is a tribute to the modernist Le Corbusier, Mies Van Der Rohe and Marcel Bre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
1960s Hans J. Wegner Ge-258 Daybed for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
- The fabric upholstery in good condition with some signs of use, probably reupholstered some years ago.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner RY-32 Desk, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner RY-32 desk, circa 1960.
Oak desk from Danish icon Hans Wegner produced by Ry Mobler. The legs, drawers and frame are made from solid, patinated oak whilst the top is o...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner Lounge Chair
By George Tanier, A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your condition is this amazingly comfortable lounge chair by Hans Wegner. Model AP-15 (A.P Stolen) imported by George Tanier. This rare model chair features teak wood with stunni...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Original Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Made in Denmark for GETAMA c 1950's
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The definition of iconic, this classic Mid Century Danish Modern lounge chair, is known as The Cigar Chair, it was designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA. This example was produced in D...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 'Sawbuck' dining chair, model CH29, teak, beige fabric, Denmark, design 1952
Hans Wegner's chair exemplifies a solid construction, despite its...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
“RY26” Sideboard by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A lovely sideboard, model 26, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by RY Mobler in Denmark around 1960.
This appealing piece has a minimalist yet modern style. Made of high qual...
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1960s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Original Danish
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Beautiful patina, reupholstered in Sorensen leather-cognac. This is model no. JH5...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Danish Modern rocking chair
By Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Beech wood, with rush seating.
Measures: 25"W x 31.5"D x 43"H. Seat height: ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Rush, Beech
Pair of Early Oak and Cane Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a pair of early oak and caned armchair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Excellent condition including new professionally crafted cane seats and backs.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans Wegner for GETAMA High Back Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model GE290
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for Getama High Back Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Beautiful Wood in Original Condition. Upholstery is newly done in a Knoll Fabric. All original wire coil springs rewrap...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Model GE-290 Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transcend time with this resplendent Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Model GE-290 Sofa—a beacon of 1960s Danish design and a testament to understated elegance. Craf...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge.
Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details.
Light linen fabric cushion with ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Side table Model AT35 design by Hans J. Wegner 1945 Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Side table Model AT35 design by Hans J. Wegner,1945 Denmark
Side table model AT35 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1945 for Andreas Tuck.
This is a very early model and belongs to th...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Seat and Backrest Spring Cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of seat and backrest spring cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 lounge chair
Rare set of the original spring cushions for Hans J. Wegners GE 290 lounge chairs. The original sprin...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair in like new Condition! Was used in a show house basically for a photo shoot. Very clean condition in a gray fabric. Stainless...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stools in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottomans or stools, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH31 Oak & Rattan
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St-Brais, JU
A very rare set of the model CH32 dining chair designed by Hans J. Wegner made for Carl Hansen & Sons in the 1950s. Solid oak with beautiful grain and rattan cane on the seats and b...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Pair of shelves in oak RY21 by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of shelves model RY21 designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by RY Møbler during the 1950s. Made from solid oiled oak. The back pieces have not been screwed through whi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of large shelves in oak RY21 by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of shelves model RY21 designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by RY Møbler during the 1950s. Made from solid oiled oak. The back pieces have not been screwed through whi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Hans Wenger RY Mobler Occasional Chest
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A Danish Modern chest of drawers designed by Hans Wegner for RY Mobler. Teak case with patinated oak feet. Restoration completed upon purchase. Two available.
Professional, skilled ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Teak President Tambour Door Credenza Sideboard
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Elegant President credenza in teak designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by Ry Mobler. This handsome credenza has smooth sliding tambour doors with chrome and teak pull...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of nine shelves in oak, RY21 by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Set of nine shelves model RY21 designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by RY Møbler during the 1950s. Made from solid oiled oak. The back pieces have not been screwed through...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair Of GE290 Armchairs In Bouclé By Hans Wegner For Getama, Denmark, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of GE290 armchairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1950s. Solid oak frame with original sprung cushions newly upholstered in a bouclé fabric to add to the comfort of the design....
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Black Leather Sofa by Hans Wegner, Model CH103, for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans Wegner in the early 1970s, this deeply comfortable sofa, in rich black leather, sits on a polished stainless steel base that carries through to the front and back of...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model JH-540 Valet chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
This gorgeous piece of mid century design is as functional as it as beautiful. The seat folds up to create a rack fo...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Hans Wegner GE-290 Easychairs 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 easychairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. Original cushions and fabric in different colors.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
At 312 Oak Table by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
Created by Hans Wegner, recognized as one of the leading designers of the Danish mid-century modern movement, this table is the epitome of functional modernity. The "AT-312" model de...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Oak and cane sideboard RY20 by Hans J. Wegner, RY Møbler, 1950s
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hägersten, SE
High board or double cabinet model RY20 designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by RY Møbler, this example stamped February 1962. Made rom oak with contrasting cane on the upper sliding doors. Inside of the cabinet in light maple. Nice details and attention to wood grain on all surfaces. Very good vintage condition with light age related wear and patina.
Hans Jørgensen Wegner was a Danish architect and furniture designer, well-known both in Denmark and internationally. He designed over 500 different chairs, including the Wishbone Chair (the "Y chair"), which today is considered a design icon. The chair is a magnificent example of Wegner's design, with its wooden frame and laced seat. Other examples of iconic chairs designed by Wegner are The Smiling Chair...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Maple, Oak
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. Original cushions in creme / green stripes wool fabric,
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
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 pieces, born from Wegner's creative genius, were originally designed for the Aarhus...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Danish production, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palermo, PA
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Danish production, 1960s.
Dimensions: H= 95 cm; W= 75 cm; D= 89 cm; H seat= 42 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner 1949
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen,
Denmark, 1949.
Teak and cane.
Early model with the caned backrest.
Stamped.
H: 76 cm
W: 63 cm
D: 50 cm
Arm height: 68.5 cm
Seat height: 44 cm
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Danish Modern AT-304 Sawhorse table by Hans Wegner
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
Model AT 304, also called Sawhorse, teak table with oak legs. The folding leaf is held by a brass rod and automatically locks when the leaf is pulled up. Beautiful patina. A perfec...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman.
Original oiled finish to Teak "paws" and legs
Original upholstery
The lounge chair...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
pair of “Sawbuck” CH 29 chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
The iconic "Sawbuck" chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark in 1952. It is known for its comfortable design, and defined by its A-shaped frame, visible...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Model GE-290 Easy Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful early pair of GE-290 'Easy Chairs' by the prominent Danish designer Hans J. Wegner for Getama. These chairs have a beautiful patina commensurate with their age on both the ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman, masterfully crafted by Hans Wagner, embody mid-century modern charm and ergonomic excellence. This iconic duo has undergone a professional transfor...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Wool, Wood
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 matress and original blue/green wool fabric.
Note: The mattress is now soft. We wou...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Teak
Danish Modern Hans Wegner CH 30 Dining Chairs Set of 4
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
The CH 30 teak and beech dining chair designed by Danish architect Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søns. A beautiful design with exposed joinery in oak. Attractive and comfortable.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Oak, Teak
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Hans J. Wegner furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Hans J. Wegner furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1,167 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 368 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Hans J. Wegner were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $170 and can go as high as $110,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,031.
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- Is Hans Wegner real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hans Wegner is indeed a real person. He was a prolific furniture designer affectionately referred to as “the master of the chair”. Throughout his lifetime, he created 500 chairs, all considered masterpieces. Shop a collection of Hans Wegner’s furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How do I pronounce Hans Wegner?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Hans Wegner, say "Hans VEG-ner." His last name is Danish. Native speakers of the language may say the surname like "VAY-ner," but "VEG-ner" is the standard in English. Find a selection of Hans Wegner furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Hans J. Wegner was famous for creating chairs and other types of seating. Some of the Danish designer's most well-known pieces include the Papa Bear chair, the Round chair, the Wishbone chair and the China chair. Find a collection of Hans J. Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not Hans Wegner chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. The Danish furniture designer did design his pieces with functionality in mind, striving to craft chairs that users would enjoy sitting in. Many of his chairs built upon traditional designs, such as the Peacock chair inspired by the classic Windsor chair. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Hans Wegner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify a Hans Wegner chair, look for hallmarks of his style. Most joints feature mortise and tenon construction, and armrests and seat supports are often hand-sculpted. Nearly all of his chair frames are solid wood. A piece fashioned out of wood composites is unlikely to be genuine. Find a collection of expertly vetted Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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