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Is the Wegner shell chair comfortable?
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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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Hans Wegner - The Chair - JH 503 Round Chair in Teak - Johannes Hansen Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Decatur, GA
Authentic vintage The Chair or Round Chair by Hans Wegner - model JH 503 in teak. Built by Johannes Hansen circa 1960s and made famous in when John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon sat i...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Hans Wegner Flag Halyard Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early Hans Wegner Lounge Chair
Original Lacquered Steel Frame
Original cord and Pillow
Replaced Icelandic Sheepskin
An iconic example of Midcentury design
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen Reupholstered
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a number 12 to the underside of chair. Provenance: Illums Bolighus Kobenhaven tag affixed t...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Vintage Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Danish Patina
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 cognac (orange/yellow/brown tone) leather. Thi...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Papercord, Wood
