Black Leather Papa Bear Chairs
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 in Leather
By Anker Pedersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Hans J. Wegner for Anker Pedersen model AP19 Papa bear lounge chair and ottoman, 1953, Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage “Papa Bear” chair designed by the famous Danish architect and furniture maker Hans
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
H 39.25 in W 35.5 in D 34.75 in
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 38.75 in W 36 in D 36 in
Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
H 38.75 in W 36 in D 36 in
Italian Armchair Dark Red leather Svend Skipper style Papa Bear
By Svend Skipper
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italy Lounge club chair or Armchair , Mid-Century Modern Svend Skipper reclining adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces were manufactured by the renowned A.P. Stolen in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vejen Polster Mobelfabrik Papa Bear Wingback Black Leather Lounge Chair
By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik
Located in Munich, Bavaria
references to the Wegner Papa Bear chair.
Black leather and afromosia wood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
H 38.98 in W 30.71 in D 35.44 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman, Model AP-29
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair ottoman, model AP-29. Perfect as a casual bench or stool. Made from
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Teak
1970s Danish Teak AP29 “Papa Bear” Ottoman Stool by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen
Located in Victoria, BC
We are excited to offer a highly sought after stool for the iconic Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 16 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in
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An Art Deco Olive Green Leather Cloud Chair
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Hans Wegner Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman in Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
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A pair of Papa Bear chairs and ottoman designed by Hans Wegner in teak and black leather. All three
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Papa Bear Chair, First Production in Rosewood, 1951-1952
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Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair in dark grey Hallingdal wool, code 180 and with black leather
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Black Leather Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Black leather Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner. Manufactured by A.P. Stolen. This piece
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Black leather Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Teak
Rare Original Leather Wegner Papa Bear Chair
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rare original leather Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen Papa Bear chair circa early 1950's. This example
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
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By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of two Modern papa bear wing chairs. Two matching ottomans included
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Located in Esbjerg, DK
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Early Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner for A P Møbler
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hudson, NY
. Reupholstered in black leather.
Early 1950s production. Made by A.P. Stolen.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
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After Hans Wegner Papa Bear Armchair with Ottoman.
Located in Pasadena, CA
So comfortable!
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It looks exactly the
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Hans J. Wegner Black Leather Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Hans J. Wegner black leather Papa Bear chair and ottoman for A.P. Stolen circa 1950. This piece has
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Rosewood and Black Leather Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
Ultra-rare rosewood papa bear chairs by Hans Wegner. Fully restored and refinished. New black
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner papa bear chair produced by AP Stolen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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Hans Wegner Black Leather Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
Hans J. Wegner black leather pair of Papa Bear chairs with one ottoman for A.P. Stolen, circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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H 38.98 in W 35.83 in D 31.5 in
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still retain them.
Pictured next to a Hans Wegener Papa Bear chair we have in the gallery for scale
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Hans. J. Wegner for AP Stolen, Armchair Model Papa Bear Vintage, circa 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Hans. J. Wegner (1914-2007) for AP Stolen, armchair model vintage papa bear,
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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Armchairs
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Black Leather Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Original Vintage "Papa Bear" or "Teddy Bear" Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951. Features
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
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Early 1950s Hans Wegner Black Leather Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely to die for, soft black leather Hans Wegner papa bear chair with ottoman, AP stolen, 1951.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Black Leather Model AP19 Denmark 1963
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Hans Wegner Papa Bear lounge chair black leather model AP19 Denmark 1963.
Hans J Wegner black
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Black Leather Model AP19 Denmark, 1963
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Hans Wegner Papa Bear lounge chair black leather Model AP19 Denmark 1963
Hans J Wegner black
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Black Leather Model AP19 Denmark, 1963
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Hans Wegner Papa Bear lounge chair black leather Model AP19 Denmark 1963
Hans J Wegner black
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Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chairs Black Leather & Afromosia Model AP19
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Pair of Hans Wegner papa bear lounge chairs black leather & Afromosia Model AP19, Denmark, 1963
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H 39 in W 34.5 in L 39 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Loves Park, IL
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair. Teak legs and paws. Black leather upholstery.
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Authentic Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Great vintage condition
Authentic Papa Bear made by AP Stolen.
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Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
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Leather
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007):
Papa bear chair or teddy bear chair or bamsestolen.
Easy chair with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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Pair of Early Papa Bear Chairs by Hans Wegner in Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare pair of early papa bear chairs by Hans Wegner in black leather dating to the first 2 or
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Pair of Early Original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs w/ Ottomans in Taupe Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional pair of early Papa Bear chairs with matching ottomans manufactured by A.P. Stolen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
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H 38.75 in W 37.75 in D 36 in
Original Vintage Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Original vintage Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen. Great condition.
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Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Papa Bear easy chair, upholstered with brown leather, nails of rosewood, legs of oak.
Presented
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Red leather Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A Papa Bear chair and ottoman upholstered in red leather with black highlights and a matching
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Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs
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Leather, Teak
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Papa Bear Chair in soft, buttery black leather with Teak paws and legs. Beautifully reupholstered
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Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs
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Teak, Leather
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear chair newly upholstered in black nature leather.
Nails and legs in oak.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Papa Bear Chair + Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Form and function of the highest magnitude.Reupholstered with a high quality black leather. One of
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Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chairs Black Leather & Afromosia Model AP19
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Pair of Hans Wegner papa bear lounge chairs black leather & afromosia Model AP19 Denmark 1963
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H 39 in W 34.5 in D 35 in
Hans Wegner Pair of Papa Bear Chairs in Black Leather, designed 1951
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Loves Park, IL
A pair of Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chairs designed in 1951. One chair was manufactured by A.P
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Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hans J. Wegner Model AP-30 Teak Piano Stool Ottoman, circa 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
stand as it's own unique piece this can be paired perfectly as the ottoman for the Papa Bear chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Teak
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Black Leather Papa Bear Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of black leather papa bear chairs available for sale. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, all black leather papa bear chairs available were constructed with great care. Black leather papa bear chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Black leather papa bear chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs.
How Much are Black Leather Papa Bear Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $22,516, while they’re typically $3,618 on the low end and $59,660 highest priced.
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.
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