Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s. Signed.
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s. Signed.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s. Signed.
Oak
Pair of GE 240 Cigar Chars by Hans J Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Hopefully, as the photos show, these are a beautiful pair of cigar chairs, the frames in great condition, and with freshly upholstered cushions in Mocha colour boucle
Fabric, Oak
$1,958Sale Price|20% Off
Early Hans J. Wegner Solid Oak GE-240 "Cigar" Stool / Ottoman for Getama Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Ystad, SE
Early Stool / Ottoman, Model GE-240 “Cigar,” by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. Denmark, 1955.
Oak
Early Production Hans Wegner Getama GE-240 Lounge Chair / Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early production Hans Wegner for Getama GE-240 lounge chair, sometimes called the Cigar series because of the shape of the arm.
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Danish Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Model GE-240 Produced by Getama in Denmark, c1950s.
Oak, Bouclé
New GE 240 Getama "Cigar" Chair and Footstool with Johanna Gullichsen Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
We are a Scandinavian Design Showroom based in Miami. We specialize in iconic, mid-century original Nordic and Scandinavian designs, handmade at the original factories. It's our Semi...
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Danish Oak & Teak Cigar Chair 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model GE-240 Cigar Chair, 1955 A model GE-240 Cigar lounge chair by Hans J.
Wool, Oak, Teak
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak and original fabric Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Easy chairs model GE-240 / ...
Oak, Fabric
Pair MCM Danish or Scandinavian Modern Style Walnut Toned Wood Armchair Frames
Located in Topeka, KS
This is an incredible pair of Danish or Scandinavian Modern style walnut stained wood armchair frames with a flair likely inspired by iconic designer Hans Wegner. He designed a gorge...
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner, Pair of Cigar Chairs Model GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lund, SE
Cigar chairs, model GE240. Design Hans J Wegner 1955. Made by GETAMA, Denmark. Oak, original fabric.
Fabric, Oak
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 28.35 in D 25.6 in
Hans Wegner 1960 famous “Cigar” GE 240 armchairs in Teak and Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Milan, IT
Hans Wegner 1960 famous “Cigar” GE 240 armchairs in Teak and Fabric produced by Getama.
Unavailable
H 31 in W 68 in D 31 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern "Cigar" Ge-240 Sofa by Hans Wagner for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian modern sofa model GE-240 aka "Cigar" sofa designed by Hands Wenger and manufactured by Getama Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1950's. This exquisite pi...
Teak
Hans J, Wegner GE0240 "Cigar" Oak Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Panningen, NL
Gorgeous vintage lounge chair model GE-240 “Cigar” designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 68.12 in D 30.71 in
Hans Wegner Oak 'Cigar' Sofa Model GE240/3 GETAMA Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Oak three-seat 'Cigar' sofa - model no. GE-240/2 Designer: Hans J Wegner Manufacturer: GETAMA, Denmark Date: 1955 Dimensions: Width 121cm; depth 78cm; height 75cm Con...
Upholstery, Oak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Hans Wegner Oak 'Cigar' Lounge Chairs Model GE-240 GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Description: Pair of oak 'Cigar' lounge chairs, model no. GE-240. Designer: Hans J Wegner Manufacturer: Getama, Denmark Date: 1955 Dimensions: Width 68cm; depth 78cm; he...
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 cigar chair, circa 1955. Produced by GETAMA, Denmark.
Fabric, Oak, Wool
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
The rarely seen 2 seat sofa version of Hans Wegner's iconic 'Cigar' design for Getama, Denmark, c1960 with oiled oak frame. The original sprung cushions have been recovered in Kvad...
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner's most sought after lounge chair: The cigar. Designed in the 1950s and manufactured by GETAMA, Denmark, the cigar has achieved iconic status thanks to its clean lines and...
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Pair Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful, all-original pair of Wegner lounge chairs. This pair is in excellent vintage condition; even the original wool upholstery is immaculate. The GE240 is nicknamed the cigar c...
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' chair, 1955 Produced by Getama, Gedsted, Denmark.
Oak, Teak
1960 Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of oak. Reupholstered original spring cushions. The wooden parts have been refurbished.
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner GE 240 Cigar Sofa by Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful oak settee by Hans J. Wegner. This sweet two-person sofa is a masterpiece of subtly simple joinery and design. It's particularly lovely seen from the back. We've recovered ...
Oak
Original Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Denmark, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An oak GE-240 cigar lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by GETAMA, Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' Sofa in Oak and Teak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner. GE-240 'Cigar' sofa, 1955.
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair, Model GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design "Cigar" chair for GETAMA model 240 in smoked oak, stamped.
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar Chair, 1955 Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark.
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 cigar chairs designed in 1955 and produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark.
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Original Cigar Chair, Model GE-240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner original oak "Cigar" chair, Model GE-240 for Getama.
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner “Cigar Sofa” GE 240
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Classic Cigar sofa designed by Hans J. Wegner in oak. Reupholstered in a Kvadrat textile with velvet welt. Three seats. Beautiful frame in solid oak with original finish, made in Den...
Textile, Oak
Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chairs, Model GE 240
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design "Cigar" chairs Model 240 for GETAMA. Handsome Scandinavian design lounge or easy chairs by the master Hans Wegner, Denmark. Masculine solid chairs executed wit...
Leather, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' chair, 1955 Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' Chair, 1955 Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark.
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' Chair, 1955.
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner Pair of GE-240 'Cigar' chairs, 1955.
Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner. He is said to have designed more than 500 chairs during his lifetime and was one of the most influential masters in the history of Danish furniture design. The GETAMA...
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, circa 1955
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner. GE-240 Cigar chair, circa 1955.
Oak, Wool
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chair for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chair for Getama
Hans J. Wegner Ge-240 "Cigar" Stool for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stylish GE-240 "Cigar" stool designed by architect, Hans J.
Foam, Wood, Walnut
Hans J Wegner 'Cigar' GE-240 Armchair for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
A smart armchairs by design legend Hans J. Wegner. Denmark, circa 1955-1965. Solid oak, original upholstery which is perfectly usable but has some signs of age, can be update...
Oak
Hans J Wegner 'Cigar' GE-240 Sofa for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A smart three-seat sofa by design legend Hans J. Wegner. Denmark, circa 1955-1965. Solid oak, original upholstery which is perfectly usable but has some signs of age, can be ...
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Oak GE-240 Cigar Chair, 1955
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark. Oak frame with original sprung cushions reupholstered in blue Bute wool fabric. Maker's brand under seat.
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Oak GE-240 'Cigar' Chair, circa 1955
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' chair, circa 1955.
1950s Hans J. Wegner Ge-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Original springs pillows - Carefully refurbished - Measures: height of seat 42 cm.
Fabric, Oak
Danish Modern Pair of GE 240 Hans Wegner Cigar Armchairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of Hans Wagner model GE 240 cigar armchairs for GETAMA with oak frames, and in original red wool upholstery. Good vintage condition with age appropriate wear.
Textile, Wood
GE 240 Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 - 'Cigar' easy chair in solid, patinated oak and cushions in light wool.
Oak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 68.9 in D 29.53 in
Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-240 / Cigar Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240 / Cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 31.5 in
Hans Wegner Sofa Model Ge-240 / Cigar Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240 / Cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 68.9 in D 29.53 in
Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-240 / Cigar Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240 / cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Model GE-240 Cigar Easy Chairs by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs model GE-240 / cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Teak, Beech
Hans Wegner Getama GE-240 Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for Getama GE-240 lounge chair, sometimes called the Cigar series because of the shape of the arm.
Oak, Teak
Midcentury Ge-240 Cigar Stool in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Ottoman in oak with fabric seat, designed by Maa. Hans J. Wegner and made by GETAMA Denmark. Great original condition.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner, pair of GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chairs for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of lounge chairs, model GE.240 "Cigar". Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1955.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Pair of GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chairs for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of lounge chairs, model GE-240 "Cigar". Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1955.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak and Teak Cigar Sofa, 1955
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark. Restored oak frame with contrasting teak arms. Original sprung cushions reupholstered with Kvadrat Hallingdal wool fabric.
Oak, Teak
Two Danish 1960s GE-240 Cigar Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of 1960s GE-240 "Cigar" chairs in contrasting teak and oak by Hans Wegner for GETAMA.
Oak, Teak
Sold
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in L 29.93 in
'Cigar Chair', Model GE-240 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hitchin, England
A 'Cigar chair', Model GE-240 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark, 1950s.
Fabric, Oak
Cigar GE-240 Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner 1950s, Set of 2
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Asaa, DK
Cigar GE-240 Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner 1950s, Set of 2 Pair of two GE 240 armchairs in oak and teak by Hans J.
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-240 by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240 / Cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Sofa Model Ge-240 by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240/cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-240 by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model GE-240/Cigar designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
GE-240 Three-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Hägersten, SE
"GE-240" or "Cigar" sofa designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955.
Oak, Wool
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 Oak 'Cigar' Chair, circa 1955
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 cigar chair, circa 1955. Produced by GETAMA, Denmark.
Fabric, Oak, Wool
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
The iconic 'Cigar' chair, (model GE-240) from Hans Wegner for Getama, Denmark, designed in 1955.
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Vintage Hans Wegner "Cigar Chair", Model GE - 240, Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Hans Wegner "Cigar Chair", Model GE - 240, Denmark, circa 1950.
Oak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cigar Chairs" GE-240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian pair of armchairs model GE-240 or "Cigar" in solid oak by Hans Wegner for GETAMA.
Sold
H 29.53 in W 48.04 in D 78.75 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern "GE-240" Living Room Suite in Oak for GETAMA 1955
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Rare living room set by Hans J. Wegner from the original GETAMA production of the iconic GE-240 series.
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
A Danish oak and leather armchair. Designed by Hans Wegner Name - Sawbuck chair Model Number - CH-28 armchair was designed by Hans Wegner in 1951 and was one of the first fi...
Oak, Leather
$6,876 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$3,729
H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 33.08 in
Stunning Henning Kjærnulf Style High Back Armchair of Solid Oak Denmark 1970s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Stunning Danish Henning Kjærnulf style high-backed farmers chair. Crafted by Danish skilled carpenter in the 1970s, reupholstered with new sheepskin and new rubber girths. The fram...
Oak, Sheepskin
Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark. Model GE 290 solid oak frame in very good original condition with a newly upholstered wool cushion, signed.
Upholstery, Oak
$20,397
H 32.29 in W 16.15 in D 20.48 in
Jean Prouvé Chaise mod. Standard dite "Tout Bois", France 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Jean PROUVÉ (1901 -1984) - Chaise standard dite "Tout Bois" SOLID WOOD AND PLYWOOD "TOUT BOIS" CHAIR BY JEAN PROUVE - 1941 H : 82 cm W: 41 cm D: 52 cm Bibliographie : "Jean Prouv...
Oak, Plywood
Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a selection of tables we have m...
Travertine
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Highback Lounge Chair 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 highback lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured by Getama, Denmark. Made in solid teak. Original cushions and fabric green color. 1950s.
Teak
$2,200
H 15.36 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955 Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
Fabric, Oak
CH25 Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have had quite a few of these over the last 25 years, but this one is particularly good it's a nice early example in great condition with the makers stamp and the Danish furniture...
Papercord, Oak
Original Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Made in Denmark for GETAMA c 1950's
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The definition of iconic, this classic Mid Century Danish Modern lounge chair, is known as The Cigar Chair, it was designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA. This example was produced in D...
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner buck lounge chair, Model JH517 for Johannes Hansen. A rare model chair by the master in original finish oiled teak and newly upholstered in a cognac leather, stamped. ...
Teak
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE240 Teak Lounge Chair This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22 inches A...
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Ge270 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This pair of lounge chairs by the master of Scandinavian mid century design Hans J Wegner and produced by Getama are in great original condition, the Teak has been dusted and oiled, ...
Fabric, Teak
$5,827 / item
H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in
Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair with Oak Frame and Wool Upholstery
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions original upholstered with lightHallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Best known for his chairs and other seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Hans Wegner’s best chair designs have their roots in traditional seating forms. The Peacock chair (designed in 1947) is a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair; pieces from the China chair series (begun in 1944) as well as the 1949 Wishbone chair, with its distinctive Y-shaped back splat, are derived from 17th-century Ming seating pieces, as is the upholstered Ox chair (1960). Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Wegner’s most representative piece, the Round chair (1949), gained a footnote in political history when it was used on the TV stage of the first Kennedy-Nixon debate of 1960. That chair, along with Wegner’s more bravura designs — for example, the 1963 Shell chair, with its curved surfboard-shaped seat — bring a quietly sculptural presence to a room.
Wegner was a designer who revered his primary material — wood — and it shows. His wood gathers patina and character with age; every Hans Wegner piece testifies to the life it has led.
Find vintage Hans Wegner lounge chairs, armchairs, daybeds and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.