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What is Carl Hansen famous for?
Carl Hansen is famous for his work as a furniture maker. In 1908, the cabinetmaker opened his first small workshop near Odense, Denmark, where he created furniture by hand in the Victorian style. Later, Carl Hansen & Søn would become one of the most prestigious furniture manufacturers in Denmark. The firm has produced timeless masterpieces of Scandinavian modernism by iconic designers including Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Børge Mogensen. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Carl Hansen furniture.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
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Hans J Wegner Four Wishbone CH 24 Chairs for Carl Hansen & Søn, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of four Mid-Century Modern Wishbone CH 24 dining room chairs. Design by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark. Striking Danish design from the 1950s. S...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

New Edition Frits Henningsen Heritage Chair by Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
Carl Hansen now produces the FH419 Heritage Chair by Frits Henningsen. This chair is a new production and was a display model. Oak legs and green wool upholstery. The chair is cha...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Ole Wanscher Colonial ottomans in black stained oak and Hallingdal
By Carl Hansen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher Colonial ottoman. Frame of black stained oak. Cushions of dark grey Hallingdal wool from kvadrat. Seat of cane. Made by Carl hansen.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Cane, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Early Stamped Carl Hansen & Son CH-24 "Wishbone" Chair, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare model "CH-24" / "Wishbone" chairs from the very early years of the Carl Hansen & Sons production of Hans J. Wegner's iconic chair. The condition of both chairs is amazing and th...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Oak and Woven Papercord CH25 Chair
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Hudson, NY
This is an oiled oak and papercord Hans Wegner Model CH25 Lounge chair. Excellent and comfortable. Solid handmake construction. Still being produ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Set of Eight Danish Vintage CH-23 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic set of eight Danish vintage CH-23 dining chairs by for Carl Hansen. They were made in Denmark, they are early productions and date from the 1950’s. The quali...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

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