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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Highland, IN

Renowned for it's beautiful design and incredible comfort, the Papa Bear chair has become an icon of 20th century Danish design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair and ottoman, earlier production model with refinished teak legs and arm pads.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner

Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Dallas, TX

A Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Rosewood and Black Leather Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Rosewood and Black Leather Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner

Rosewood and Black Leather Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Chicago, IL

The most beautiful papa bear chair we have seen!

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner AP-28 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954
Hans J. Wegner AP-28 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954

Hans J. Wegner AP-28 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Wegner AP-28 'Mama Bear' chair, 1954 Rarely seen wing chair from Hans Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Papa Bear Chair by Hans J Wegner
Mid-Century Papa Bear Chair by Hans J Wegner

Mid-Century Papa Bear Chair by Hans J Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage iconic papa bear chair by Hans Wegner makes a distinctive Mid-Century addition to any seating arrangement.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in San Mateo, CA

The iconic Papa Bear chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by A.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautifully redone Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner. The chair was found in a lovely Palm Springs Estate.

Category

20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Fabulous Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Midcentury Danish Modern
Fabulous Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Midcentury Danish Modern

Fabulous Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Midcentury Danish Modern

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Iconic vintage modern Papa Bear chairs with fabulous new upholstery, widely celebrated design (AP19) by AP Stolen dates back to the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These chairs are better known as the Papa Bear chair for their stately silhouette.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original 1960s AP-19 Lounge Chair, better known as the Papa Bear Chair, designed by Hans J.

Category

20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Oak Papa Bear Chair with Stool, A. P. Stolen
Hans J. Wegner Oak Papa Bear Chair with Stool, A. P. Stolen

Hans J. Wegner Oak Papa Bear Chair with Stool, A. P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' chair with ottoman. Designed 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Oak

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans
Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Extremely rare and important pair of iconic late 1950s Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chairs with ottomans. Stools have markings, including 1 DFC medallion and 1 Povl Dinesen stamp (cab...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These chairs are better known as the Papa Bear chair for their stately silhouette.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

We have two identical original vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A. P. Stolen, with Teak 'Paws' both freshly covered in quality fern green fabric by Abraham Moon.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in San Mateo, CA

Papa bear lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner. One of the most comfortable chairs made.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare find-all original Hans Wegner papa bear chair and ottoman. Museum quality-original fabric, brochures from AP Stolen, etc.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak
Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak

Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Southampton, NJ

Early Hans Wegner model AP-19 “Papa Bear Chair” and ottoman in teak having beautiful patina, circa 1957.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner Black Leather Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
Hans J. Wegner Black Leather Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

Hans J. Wegner Black Leather Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Wegner black leather Papa Bear chair and ottoman for A.P. Stolen circa 1950.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Iconic Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman AP-19 & AP-29
Iconic Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman AP-19 & AP-29

Iconic Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman AP-19 & AP-29

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in West Hartford, CT

Great condition and done in a vibrant red fabric. Rare to see the chair and ottoman combo. The wingback Papa Bear chair, also known as the Teddy Bear chair, has two outstretched a...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Teak, Walnut

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Set with Ottoman in Floral Print
Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Set with Ottoman in Floral Print

Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Set with Ottoman in Floral Print

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Purchased from the daughter of the original owner, these amazing papa bear chairs have had an incredible life. According to the daughter, the chairs first came to live in Saudi Arabi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Signed Hans Wegner AP Stolen Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Signed Hans Wegner AP Stolen Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Signed Hans Wegner AP Stolen Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These chairs are better known as the Papa Bear chair for their stately silhouette.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Teak

Pair of Original 1950s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, Incl. Reupholstery in COM
Pair of Original 1950s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, Incl. Reupholstery in COM

Pair of Original 1950s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, Incl. Reupholstery in COM

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original pair of Hans Wegner papa bear chairs designed in 1947 and produced by AP Stolen in Denmark in the 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Original Charcoal Gray Wool Upholstery
Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Original Charcoal Gray Wool Upholstery

Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Original Charcoal Gray Wool Upholstery

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A Papa Bear chair, designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen in 1951.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hans Wegner Black Leather Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
Hans Wegner Black Leather Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

Hans Wegner Black Leather Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Dronten, NL

Wegner black leather pair of Papa Bear chairs with one ottoman for A.P. Stolen, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Important Hans Wegner Classic Papa Bear Chair Original Wool Fabric Teak Paws
Important Hans Wegner Classic Papa Bear Chair Original Wool Fabric Teak Paws

Important Hans Wegner Classic Papa Bear Chair Original Wool Fabric Teak Paws

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in South Burlington, VT

This is Hans Wegner Classic icon chair: Papa Bear designed chair, model AP, manufactured by A.P.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Ottoman in Teak
Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Ottoman in Teak

Vintage Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair Ottoman in Teak

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Southampton, NJ

An original teak Hans Wegner “Papa Bear” Chair ottoman in teak. The wood has been professionally refinished and is in beautiful condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of “Papa Bear” Chairs by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Pair of “Papa Bear” Chairs by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen

Pair of “Papa Bear” Chairs by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This exquisite pair of "Papa Bear" chairs, along with a matching ottoman, is a distinguished creation by renowned Danish designer Hans Wegner for A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Wood

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Anker Pedersen, who manufactured the chair, like the name so much that it has been called the Papa Bear Chair ever since.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Papa Bear chair and ottoman, designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by AP Stolen, this stunning early 1960s teak AP-19 chair and ottoman have been lovingly refinished, and upholstered i...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The jutting arms of this sightly wing back chair feature signature “bear paw” armrests of impressed teak.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Teak

As Found Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
As Found Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

As Found Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Ferndale, MI

Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Ink stamped Hans Wegner Ap Stolen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen Reupholstered
1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen Reupholstered

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair PH19 by H.P Stolen for Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair PH19 by H.P Stolen for Hans Wegner

Papa Bear Chair PH19 by H.P Stolen for Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Papa Bear Chair - Hans J Wegner An original late 50’s Papa Bear chair designed in 1951 by Hans J Wegner and produced by AP stolen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, AP 28, 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954
Hans J. Wegner, AP 28, 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954

Hans J. Wegner, AP 28, 'Mama Bear' Chair, 1954

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Antonio, TX

Modern teak AP 28 'Mama Bear' lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, 1954 Original orange upholstery Teak frame Danish modern design Measures: H 42.92 in. x W 33.86 in. x ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Caramel Velvet Vintage Papa Bear Chair, Mid-Century Modern
Caramel Velvet Vintage Papa Bear Chair, Mid-Century Modern

Caramel Velvet Vintage Papa Bear Chair, Mid-Century Modern

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful velvet caramel colored vintage chair. Beautiful proportions and comfortable. Same era as: Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouve, Pierre Pauline, Serge Mouille, Jacques Adnet, Je...

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Stool Produced by A.P. Stolen
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Stool Produced by A.P. Stolen

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Stool Produced by A.P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stamford, CT

A fantastic papa bear chair with stool by Hans Wegner, designed in 1951 and manufactured by AP Stolen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen
Hans J. Wegner “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen

Hans J. Wegner “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic “Papa Bear” Lounge Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Hans Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen
Hans Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen

Hans Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair for A.P. Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Berlin, DE

We got the chair from the first owner who purchased it in the 1950s in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Model AP-19 'Papa Bear' Chair in Dark Green Leather
Hans J. Wegner Model AP-19 'Papa Bear' Chair in Dark Green Leather

Hans J. Wegner Model AP-19 'Papa Bear' Chair in Dark Green Leather

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wegner for AP Stolen model AP-19 'Papa Bear' chair, designed in 1951. Considered one of Wegner's most desirable and comfortable chairs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery
Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery

Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Anker Pedersen, who manufactured the chair, like the name so much that it has been called the Papa Bear chair ever since.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by A.P. Stolen in Denmark
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by A.P. Stolen in Denmark

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by A.P. Stolen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare easy chair model Papa bear designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The jutting arms of this sightly wing back chair feature signature “bear paw” armrests of impressed teak.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner & Manufactured by Modernica
AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner & Manufactured by Modernica

AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner & Manufactured by Modernica

By Adrian Pearsall, Selig, Milo Baughman, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Raleigh, NC

AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and ottoman designed by Hans J. Wegner and recently manufactured by Modernica.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak for AP Stolen
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak for AP Stolen

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak for AP Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Papa bear with tray style ottoman with handles in teak.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Cognac Leather “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen
Hans J. Wegner Cognac Leather “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen

Hans J. Wegner Cognac Leather “Papa Bear” Chair for A.P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This iconic “Papa Bear” lounge chair were designed by Hans J. Wegner for the famous Danish workshop of A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

"Papa bear" chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, AP-stolen. 1950s, oak and wool
"Papa bear" chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, AP-stolen. 1950s, oak and wool

"Papa bear" chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, AP-stolen. 1950s, oak and wool

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hägersten, SE

Iconic lounge chair model "Papa Bear" by Hans J. Wegner. Produced in Denmark by AP-stolen during the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chair and Stool by Hans J Wegner for A P Stolen
Original Vintage Papa Bear Chair and Stool by Hans J Wegner for A P Stolen

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chair and Stool by Hans J Wegner for A P Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

This is a particularly nice original example, produced some time in the 1960s, it has nicely patinated Teak legs and 'Paws' all in very good condition, we have had it completely reup...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by AP Stolen, this stunning early 1960s teak AP-19 chair and ottoman have been lovingly refinished, and upholstered in Nanna Ditzel's Hallingdal f...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in white Boucle, 1951, AP Stolen, Denmark
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in white Boucle, 1951, AP Stolen, Denmark

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in white Boucle, 1951, AP Stolen, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1951. A model AP 19 Papa Bear and ottoman. An iconic chair beautifully reupholstered with white Pierre Frey bouclé fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

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Bear Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bear chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every bear chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a bear chair, we have 388 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bear chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bear chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bear chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Svend Skipper produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bear Chair?

Prices for a bear chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $495 and can go as high as $61,366, while the average can fetch as much as $13,500.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Bear Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.