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6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s
6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s

6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s

By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler

Located in Argelato, BO

Rare set of six Model 1788 chairs (also known as the "Dining Chair" or "Shell Chair" in teak) designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

1950s Hans Olsen Beech Shell Chair For Bramin Mobler, Denmark
1950s Hans Olsen Beech Shell Chair For Bramin Mobler, Denmark

1950s Hans Olsen Beech Shell Chair For Bramin Mobler, Denmark

By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished - High of seat 44 cm.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of 6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Set of 6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark

Set of 6 Børge Mogensen Teak "Shell Chairs" for Soborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark

By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler

Located in Argelato, BO

Rare set of six Model 1788 chairs (also known as the "Dining Chair" or "Shell Chair" in teak) designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Shell Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, around 1950
Shell Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, around 1950

Shell Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, around 1950

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waasmunster, BE

The Kofod Larsen Shell Chair, designed by Danish designer Ib Kofod Larsen in the 1960s, is a striking piece known for its unique organic shape and elegant lines.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Shell Lounge Chair, Teak, Beech, Leather, Denmark, 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Shell Lounge Chair, Teak, Beech, Leather, Denmark, 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Shell Lounge Chair, Teak, Beech, Leather, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in High Point, NC

A teak, beech and black leather lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, 1950s. Seat height: 16.5”

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Teak

Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s
Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s

Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s

By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen, Mogens Lassen

Located in Odense, DK

A beautiful pair of vintage Danish modern shell lounge chairs. Their iconic curved, fluted backrests and armrests evoke the elegant form of a shell, while the dark wooden legs provid...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Danish Sculptural Shell Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen in Teak and Beech
Pair of Danish Sculptural Shell Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen in Teak and Beech

Pair of Danish Sculptural Shell Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen in Teak and Beech

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of 1950s Danish beech and teak shell chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen & Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Arne Jacobsen Chair 3107 (Series 7), Beechwood Shell, Chrome Legs, Danish Design
Arne Jacobsen Chair 3107 (Series 7), Beechwood Shell, Chrome Legs, Danish Design

Arne Jacobsen Chair 3107 (Series 7), Beechwood Shell, Chrome Legs, Danish Design

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Hannover, DE

Arne Jacobsen Chair – Model 3107 (Series 7) 1 chair available Produced approx. 2000s Iconic design by Arne Jacobsen: the famous Model 3107, also known as the Series 7 chair. A time...

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark
2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark

2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark

By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a CH07 Shell Chair, made with a white veneer frame and red patterned fabric cushion.

Category

2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Beech, Fabric

Set of 6 original Borg Mogensen “Shell chairs” model: 155 for Soborg 1950 Danish
Set of 6 original Borg Mogensen “Shell chairs” model: 155 for Soborg 1950 Danish

Set of 6 original Borg Mogensen “Shell chairs” model: 155 for Soborg 1950 Danish

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

A rare and highly sought-after set of six original Model 155 “Shell Chairs”, designed by the renowned Danish designer Børge Mogensen and produced by Søborg Møbler in Denmark during t...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Pair of Danish Easy Chairs, 1940s
Pair of Danish Easy Chairs, 1940s

Pair of Danish Easy Chairs, 1940s

$15,000 / set

H 32.68 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Pair of Danish Easy Chairs, 1940s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Stunning pair of Danish shell-shaped easy chairs with new upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair
Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair

Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Houston, TX

Iconic 20th century Hans Wegner cream lacquer and leather shell chair. This stunning Hans Wegner designed shell lounge chair manufactured by Carl Hansen and son, Denmark has been pro...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chairs for Christiansen & Larsen
Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chairs for Christiansen & Larsen

Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chairs for Christiansen & Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of spectacular shell chairs, crafted by Danish architect and furniture designer Ib-Kofod Larsen, and manufactured by Christensen & Larsen A/S in the 1950’s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak, Wood

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

$4,960Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.25 in W 26.75 in D 24 in

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Shell chair by Hans Wegner in laminated walnut seat and back and solid beech wood frame. It has the original screws on the bottom of seat to secure the seat cushion.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Glendale, CA

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Rosewood Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl Hansen & Son.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

$2,394 / item

H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

When Hans J. Wegner designed this chair in 1963 it was a little too radical for the public and it was sold in very low numbers, and because of this when the world became aware of the...

Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut, Plywood

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s
The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A laminated orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs. The chair’s signa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs. The chair’s signa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Cowhide

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs. The chair’s signa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair

Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stamford, CT

Oak armchair with wide paddle form arms and sculpted and inlaid back. Also having a Danish paper cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen &...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner

2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark circa 2022.

Category

2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Wood

1950s Børge Mogensen Two Shell Chairs in Oak and Teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik
1950s Børge Mogensen Two Shell Chairs in Oak and Teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik

1950s Børge Mogensen Two Shell Chairs in Oak and Teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik

By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two shell chairs designed in 1950 for Søborg Møbelfabrik. The shell chair distinguishes itself by the use of a plywood molding technique. The chair consists of two wide and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Pair of Early Madsen (Arctander) Clam Shell Chairs in Sheepskin
Pair of Early Madsen (Arctander) Clam Shell Chairs in Sheepskin

Pair of Early Madsen (Arctander) Clam Shell Chairs in Sheepskin

By Arnold Madsen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Initially coined the "Musling stolen" (meaning "Mussel Shell"), the Clam Chair marked the beginning of a long and fruitful partnership between Madsen and Schubell.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Hans Olsen Lounge chair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Hans Olsen Lounge chair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

Hans Olsen Lounge chair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans Olsen

Located in Oirlo, LI

Iconic Danish designed and produced shell chair by Hans Olsen for Bramin Mobler.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans Olsen armchair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Hans Olsen armchair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

Hans Olsen armchair Model 107 for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans Olsen

Located in Balen, BE

An iconic Danish designed and produced shell chair by Hans Olsen for Bramin Mobler.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Bentwood

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Set of Mid-Century Danish Shell Chairs
Set of Mid-Century Danish Shell Chairs

Set of Mid-Century Danish Shell Chairs

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 29.53 in

Set of Mid-Century Danish Shell Chairs

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of two lounge chairs with frames in stained and varnished wood. Upholstered in brown fabric with elaborate embroidery on the seat and backrest. The backside is also upholstered. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Borge Mogensen Shell Chair
Borge Mogensen Shell Chair

Borge Mogensen Shell Chair

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in

Borge Mogensen Shell Chair

By Børge Mogensen, Erhard Rasmussen

Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire

Ultra rare shell chair in solid beech and sculptural teak plywood designed by Borge Mogensen for cabinet maker Erhard Rasmussen, 1949 Denmark.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950
Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Hans Wegner shell chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen midcentury Danish, circa 1950 Hans J Wegner Model FH1936 Shell chair by Fritz Hansen made in Denmark circa 1950, designed 1948...

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964
Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964

Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Basel, BS

Indulge in the ultimate in elegance and luxury with this iconic Hans J. Wegner lounge chair, designed in 1963 and reintroduced by Carl Hansen & Sön in 1998. The Shell chair quickly g...

Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). Shell chair / Model FH-1936. Easy chair with beech frame and moulded plywood seat and back, teak veneer. Designed in 1948, manufactured by Fritz Hanse...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Unavailable

H 29.25 in W 36.25 in D 32.75 in

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Chicago, IL

Hans Wegnar shell chair for Carl Hansen, 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

Unavailable

H 27.75 in W 24.75 in D 24.5 in

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Beech

Mid-Century Danish Tan Leather Egg or Shell Swivel Armchair, 1960s-1970s
Mid-Century Danish Tan Leather Egg or Shell Swivel Armchair, 1960s-1970s

Mid-Century Danish Tan Leather Egg or Shell Swivel Armchair, 1960s-1970s

Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire

Description: Iconic egg / shell style chair with pleated curved back and seat base.

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Beech

Hans  Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950
Hans  Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 by Fritz Hansen 1950 Hans J Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 by Fritz Hansen Denmark circa 1950, this extremely rare and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Beech, Teak

Wood Shell Chair
Wood Shell Chair

Wood Shell Chair

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H 28.5 in W 21.25 in D 23 in

Wood Shell Chair

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Toronto, CA

This molded plywood chair is one of the best-known pieces by Danish furniture designer Børge Mogensen (1914 – 1972). Designed in 1949, it has an oval backrest with symmetrical cutout...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Shell Chair
Shell Chair

Shell Chair

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H 27.5 in W 28.5 in D 22 in

Shell Chair

By Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Toronto, CA

Also known as the “smiling chair,” the Shell is an example of Hans J. Wegner’s rare forays into plywood.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

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H 30 in W 36 in D 28 in

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare Shell chair by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1963. When several of Wegner's Shell chairs appear together around a table, they recall a sculpture by Alexander Calder.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs

Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak
Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak

Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak

By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of (sold separately) CH07 shell chairs in lacquered oak with wool fabric seats, designed by Hans Wegner and crafted by Carl Hansen and Sons in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Oak

Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948
Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948

Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stockholm, SE

Walnut veneered plywood and beech legs. Measures: H 70 cm/ 27 1/2" W 70 cm/ 27 1/2" D 64 cm/ 25 1/4" Literature: Johan Möller Nielsen, Wegner en danskmöbelkunstner, Gyldenda...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood, Walnut

Hans Wegner Shell Chair
Hans Wegner Shell Chair

Hans Wegner Shell Chair

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H 29 in W 36 in D 32.5 in

Hans Wegner Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner shell chair, model CH 07. Originally designed in 1963 this chair finally went into large scale production in the late 1990s. Produced by Carl Hansen this is one comfortab...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Easy Chair Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Easy Chair Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Easy Chair Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare shell easy chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Teak

Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark
Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark

Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of 6 dining chairs model 122 / shell chair designed by Børge Mogensen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair
Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair

Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The elegant CH07 shell chair is comfortable and well-designed it is considered one of Hans J.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Plywood

Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark
Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark

Børge Mogensen Dining Chairs Model 122 / Shell Chair by Søborg Møbler in Denmark

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of 4 dining chairs model 122 / shell chair designed by Børge Mogensen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Shell Chair for Soborg
Børge Mogensen Shell Chair for Soborg

Børge Mogensen Shell Chair for Soborg

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H 30 in W 19.5 in D 16.5 in

Børge Mogensen Shell Chair for Soborg

By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Rare all teak and amazingly comfortable side chair designed Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler, model number #155. Stunning design with impressive wood joinery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare shell easy chair model 1936 designed by Hans Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

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H 28 in W 27.5 in D 25 in

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Wonderful pair of shell back chairs by Hans Wegner. Original seat cording in great condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

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H 28 in W 27 in D 23 in

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner design for Carl Hanson & Sons, Denmark. Completely refinished with new danish cord seats. List $4400.00 each.

Seat height: 14"
Arm height: 23"

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Shell chair by Børge Mogensen & Esben Klint
Shell chair by Børge Mogensen & Esben Klint

Shell chair by Børge Mogensen & Esben Klint

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H 28.35 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in

Shell chair by Børge Mogensen & Esben Klint

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair with seat and top rail in teak and frame in beech. Børge Mogensen & Esben Klint / Munch Møbler

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen
Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen

Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An impressive teak and beech edition of Ib Kofod Larsen's classic 'Shell' chair for Christensen & Larsen, c.1950s, Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak, Bentwood, Plywood

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH
Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

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H 28 in W 26.5 in D 24 in

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Oakland, CA

Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Model FH-1936.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner
the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

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H 29.5 in W 35.5 in D 31 in

the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A pair of three-legged, laminated "shell" lounge chairs in blue lacquered finish with cream suede cushions. Designed by Hans Wegner made by Carl Hansen. Also available in white lacquer.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Suede

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

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H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 20.48 in

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

FH 1936 - Shell chair in teak with frame of beech. Maker Fritz Hansen. Designed 1948.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner
Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner

Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Berlin, DE

We are offering a beautiful CH07 Shell Chair by Carl Hansen & Son for sale. The design was created by Hans J Wegner and impresses with its organic shape, comfortable seat and timeles...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

By Carl Martin-Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Renens, CH

The CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner was originally designed in the early 1960s, but only with a very limited amount of chairs produced.

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

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H 27.5 in W 27.25 in D 24 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of shell chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Each underside stamped

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Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Four Hans Olsen Shell Dining Chairs for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Set of Four Hans Olsen Shell Dining Chairs for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

Set of Four Hans Olsen Shell Dining Chairs for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen

Located in Hitchin, England

A set of four Hans Olsen Shell dining chairs for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"
Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"

Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sometimes called the "Smiling Chair" Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen 1963 chair, Model CH07. Floating Lightness and stability! This is one stable, solid and very comfortable chair! This ...

Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

the Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
the Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

the Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

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H 29 in W 37.5 in D 31 in

the Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A laminated, white lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back. Manufactured by Carl Hansen and Sons. Four matching chairs available. Priced individually.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Laminate, Upholstery

Pair of Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen
Pair of Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen

Pair of Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An impressive teak and beech edition of Ib Kofod Larsen's classic 'Shell' chair for Christensen & Larsen, c.1950s, Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair
Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

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H 27.56 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair in laminated teak and beech designed by Hans J. Wegner. Maker Fritz Hansen.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair
Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair

Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner molded walnut plywood shell chair model CH07. Design dates to 1963, reintroduced in the late 1990's. This model dates to 2006 and leather shows appropriate wear. Would be...

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Six Shell Chairs by Borge Mogensen for Soeborg Furniture
Set of Six Shell Chairs by Borge Mogensen for Soeborg Furniture

Set of Six Shell Chairs by Borge Mogensen for Soeborg Furniture

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set of 6 Shell chairs by Borge Mogensen for Soeborg Furniture. Model: 155 Arts & Craft Exhibition 1952 Oak and teak. Nice vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

CH 07 - Shell chair in moulded, black glazed ash and black leather. Designed in 1963. 5 in stock. Hans J. Wegner / Carl Hansen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash

a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen
a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen

a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A nice pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs. Beech frames with teak veneer seats and backs. An unusual pair as the seats and backs are thicker than the standard production. Perhaps and...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

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H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Model: FH 1936 Seat and back of laminated walnut, frame of solid walnut. Nice vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948
Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948

Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Hans J Wegner shell chair, model FH1936, made by Fritz Hansen, design 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak, Beech

Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair
Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair

Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Astoria, NY

Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, originally designed 1963, painted and laminated wood with leather seats and backs, "Carl Hansen & Son / Made in Denmark / Design by a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Bent Plywood 3 Leg Shell Chairs, Pair
Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Bent Plywood 3 Leg Shell Chairs, Pair

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Bent Plywood 3 Leg Shell Chairs, Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Bent Plywood 3 Leg Shell Chairs - Pair These chairs have well crafted black fabric cushioned backs and seats with a celebrated design a...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006
Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner shell chair, Model CH07 for Carl Hansen. Design dates to early 1960's. Carl Hansen started to produce chair in the 1990's Chair in nice shape with new leather upholstery....

Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Early Edition Shell Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1950
Børge Mogensen Early Edition Shell Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1950

Børge Mogensen Early Edition Shell Chairs, Scandinavian Modern, 1950

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Odense, DK

Early and important pair of sculptural side chairs by Danish architect Børge Mogensen. This model was made in small numbers in the early 1950s and they are a very rare find. The seat...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chair, Set of Four
Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chair, Set of Four

Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chair, Set of Four

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H 32.25 in W 22.25 in D 22 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Shell Chair, Set of Four

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Francisco, CA

A set of 4 Shell chairs, back in teak plywood with inlays, legs and frame in oak, made by Christiansen & Larsen A/S, Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner
Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of CH 07 - Shell chairs in bent maple and upholstered in green wool. Designed in 1963. Hans J. Wegner / Carl Hansen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

HAY Neu 13 Chair Matte Lacquer Bordeaux shell
HAY Neu 13 Chair Matte Lacquer Bordeaux shell

HAY Neu 13 Chair Matte Lacquer Bordeaux shell

Located in Vancouver, BC

Neu’s ergonomically moulded shell combined with its round solid wooden legs results in a perfectly defined profile. The durable, finely-grained plastic adds textural interest, while ...

Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of Four Børge Mogensen Teak Shell Chairs
Set of Four Børge Mogensen Teak Shell Chairs

Set of Four Børge Mogensen Teak Shell Chairs

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H 30.5 in W 19.75 in D 19 in

Set of Four Børge Mogensen Teak Shell Chairs

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This set of four teak shell dining chairs (model #155) was designed by Børge Mogensen for Soborg Furniture in the 1960s. These sculptural chairs are as comfortable as they are elegan...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood, Teak, Wood

Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Anniversary Rosewood Shell Chair. Design dates to 1963 and this limited edition model is from 2023. Brand new condition! Rosewood is beautiful! Leather sued...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A laminated rare Hans Wegner Orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.

Category

Early 2000s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Laminate

"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s
"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s

"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Lejre, DK

"Shell Chair," model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1963 and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son in the 1990s. The chair is in oak, natural leather and with the serial no.: 282391.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner Shell Settee
Hans Wegner Shell Settee

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

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H 27.5 in W 50 in D 22 in

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare Hans Wegner shell settee for Fritz Hansen, excellent vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Oak

Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen
Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen

Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the early fifties. After the second world war various designers exper...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963
Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963

Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Berlin, DE

This beautiful Mid Century Lounge Chair was made in the 1960s. It is in the Style of Hans J. Wegner Shell Chair and got just re-upholstered. A fantastic piece of design furniture. A...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007
he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007

he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Lejre, DK

The shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak with light natural leather with patina by Carl Hansen & Søn with original labels. H: 74 W: 91 D: 50 SH: 36

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Danish Shell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Danish shell chair for your home. A Danish shell chair — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a Danish shell chair, we have 64 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish shell chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Danish shell chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Danish shell chair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn and Ib Kofod-Larsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Danish Shell Chair?

The average selling price for a Danish shell chair at 1stDibs is $4,081, while they’re typically $556 on the low end and $24,500 for the 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Questions About Danish Shell Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.