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Who makes the original Wishbone Chair?
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In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen & Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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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 Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Carl Hansen & Son CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans Wegner, Set of Six
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basildon, London
The CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son is an enduring icon of Scandinavian design. Defined by its elegant curved backrest and distinctive wishbone-shaped fra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Hans Wegner Set 4 Beech Danish Cord Dining Chairs Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Portland, OR
A set of four Mid Century Danish Modern CH36 beech and Danish cord dining chairs, designed by Hans Wegner in 1962 and produced by Carl Hansen ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut & Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut & Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beaut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut, Oak
