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What is Carl Hansen famous for?
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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 Set of Early Production Carl Hansen & Sons Wishbone Chairs, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
A rare set of 6 model "CH-24" / "Wishbone" chairs from the early years of the Carl Hansen & Sons production of Hans J. Wegner iconic chair. The chairs have an amazing deep patina to ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, 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...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner wing chair and ottoman in full grain leather, model CH445
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair and ottoman new upholstered with full grain aniline leather.
Frame of brushed steel.
Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner PP75 Extendable Dining Table in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Iconic PP75 dining table by Hans J. Wegner, crafted in solid oak. This timeless design exemplifies Wegner’s mastery of form, function, and craftsmanship, combining understated elegan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Frits Henningsen, two seat Coupe sofa, model FH436
By Carl Hansen, Frits Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Hennignsen two seater Coupe sofa with fabric and leather tubings.
Frame of oak.
Model FH436, made by Carl hansen.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wool, Oak
Scandinavian Teak and Black Leather CH28 Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Teak Lounge chair has been designed in the 1950s by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known universally as Sawback Chair.
It is manufactured by Carl Han...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$3,422 Sale Price
20% Off