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Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

Danish, 1914-2007

Best known for his chairs and other seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tablesHans 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
1950s Danish Pair of Armchairs Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of lounge chairs, newly upholstered in a dark blue, cotton and linen weave, on top of tapered wood legs. Designed by Hans Wegner, made by AP Stolen ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Cotton, Linen, Wood

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 carved teak, the chair has the original black leather on seat and back. This design was produced in few units and differs from the less rare JH525...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Scandinavian Armchair "The Chair", Designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian desk chair in solid mahogany Hans Wegner. Edition Johannes Hansen, circa 1970. Assisi renovated full grain leather walnut Sørensen. The full grain leather is an uncorrec...
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1940s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Mahogany

Minimal Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Sagaponack, NY
"Model 701" minimal armchair with sculpted maple and wenge inlay backrest, original red upholstered seat and frame in chromium-plated steel.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Steel

Pair of Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Very rare and well-constructed pair of Wegner Model JH 812 lounge chairs in chrome-plated steel with original saddle leather, circa 1970. Documented in Hans J. Wegner's 100 Chairs...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Steel

Nice Pair of Vintage Hans Wegner Armchairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
Danish armchairs designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. Chairs are made of solid oak and covered with original fabric. Some slight scuffing and scratches based on normal we...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Oak and Leather High Back Lounge Chair, GE-260A, by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Hans Wegner designed this minimalist lounge chair, model GE-260A, for GETAMA in 1950. The solid oak frame supports a striking high back to which the tapered arms are attached with br...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Brass

Early ML-33 Oak Rocking Chair with Carvings by Hans Wegner for Mikael Laursen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Hans Wegner designed this oak rocking chair, model ML-33, for Mikael Laursen in the 1940s. The rare rocker, the first that Wegner designed, showcases hi...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Upholstery, Oak

Armchair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak armchair having an exposed frame with a gently curved seat and back wrapped in leather.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lounge chair of generous scale having a solid oak frame and retaining the original orange wool upholstery. Two available.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wood, Upholstery

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

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Cane, Teak

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

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Teak, Leather

Set of Six Stacking Armchairs by Hans Wegner & Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of six stackable beech armchairs with black woven chairs.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

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 tapered dowel legs, retains the original green wool upholstery.  
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak, Upholstery

Set of Four Stacking Armchairs by Hans Wegner & Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four stacking armchairs with cream webbed seats in beechwood.
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Y Chair, Model CH24, Hans J. Wegner in Oak, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
The Y chair, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner in oak designed in 1950.
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wicker, Oak

Hans J. Wegner / The chair . PP-503 / PP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in 足立区, JP
The item is in good condition. There is a maker's stamp on the back of the chair.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Cherry

Hans J Wegner, the Chair/Round Chair, Design 1949, for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner, the chair or round chair, model JH503, designed 1949, manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark Teak frame with curved back, upholstered black leather seat Stampe...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs for Carl Hanson & Son Model CH-22
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design lounge chairs for Carl Hanson & Son, Model CH-22 Denmark. An original matched pair of chairs in oak with original paperboard seats in...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Papercord, Oak

Hans J Wegner, CH25 Easy Chair, Carl Hansen & Son, Scandinavian Modern /Mid1900s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Iconic CH25 chair in oak and cord designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark mid1900s. Manufactured mid-1900s. Measures: seat depth ca 47.50 cm. In good conditio...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Cord, Oak

60s, Danish design, H.J.Wegner, set of 3 armchairs, refurbished, leather, wood
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Tarm, 82
60s, Danish design by H.J.Wener, set of 3 pcs completely refurbished, reupholstered armchairs. Upholstered in quality cognac color leather. Brand new upholstery. The frame of stained...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Beech

Danish Design by H.J.Wegner, GE501A, 70s, Teak Wood, Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Tarm, 82
H.J.Wegner, model GE 501a. Old version with teak wood. Made by Getama in about 1970-75.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Ch36 Dining Chairs, 1970s, Soap Treated Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining chairs in solid soap treated beach, original papercord seat. Model CH36, made by Carl Hansen.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Papercord, Beech

Twelve Teak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of twelve solid teak "round" chairs deigned by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This is an original set that has always lived together. The teak has been oiled and th...
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner China Chair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen, 1944
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner China chair in Brazilian rosewood with leather cushion. Designed 1944 and executed at Fritz Hansen app, 1960s. Very good condition. Available as a pair.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner Armchair for Magasin Du Nord
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner armchair frame of oak and armrests of teak. Seat and back new upholstered with black aniline leather. Made by Johannes Hansen in the 1950s for Magasin Du Nords...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Eight Armchairs JH513
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of eight Hans Wegner JH513 armchairs in solid mahogany and leather. Executed by cabinet maker Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen. Each chair sign...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Hans Wegner JH-713 Chair, Rosewood
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner JH-713 conference chair, 1957 Wegner’s iconic armchair. This early example with patinated oak frame and cognac brown leather seat. Produced by Johannes Hansen, Den...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Hans Wegner Jh-525 Armchairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Hans Wegner JH-525 armchairs designed in 1959 and produced by Johannes Hansen. Note: I have two more in need of reupholstering.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak, Teak

mid century modern Hans Wegner Solid Oak Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Markington, GB
Hans Wegner (stamped) solid oak armchair. Seat height: 44cm, height: 115cm, depth: 75cm, width: 73cm.      
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Set of 12 Hans Wegner JH-503 Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 12 Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-290 High Back Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 high back armchair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner CH-22 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner CH-22 lounge chair designed in 1951 and produced by Carl Hansen & Son. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

Hans Wegner GE290 High Back Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE290 high back armchair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-240 "Cigar" Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-240 "cigar" chair designed in 1955 and produced by GETAMA. We have more that we can reupholster for you. Send us your fabric. Store forme...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Set of 6 Hans Wegner "The Chairs"
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Hans Wegner "The Chairs" Designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen
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1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak

Arne Jacobsen for Hans Wegner Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1930s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Hans Wegner AP 16 Arm Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner AP 16 arm chair designed in 1951 and produced by AP Stolen
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1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner armchairs 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 armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 224 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs 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 armchairs by Fritz Hansen, Ib Kofod-Larsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $321 and can go as high as $100,189, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,494.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hans 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Hans 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, 2022
    Whether 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    You 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, 2022
    What 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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