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.
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
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.
Teak
Plank Chair GE290 by Hans J Wegner for Getama in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
An immaculate example with original upholstery.
Fabric, Oak
$3,530
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Danish Oak and Bouclé Lounge Chair GE290 by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Dark Oak and Off-white Bouclé Lounge Chair GE 290 by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s Mid-century Modern Scandinavian armchair model GE-290 by Hans Wegner for Getama in solid smo...
Oak
$5,062
H 25.2 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 'Plank' Chairs Model GE290 by Hans Wegner for Getama in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are in excellent original condition, the cushions retain their spring upholstery and recovered in Abraham Moon wool fabric in Fern Green, overall a great pair of classic mid-ce...
Fabric, Oak
$702 / set
H 24.81 in W 24.81 in D 4.34 in
Original Spring Cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of seat and backrest spring cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 lounge chair Rare set of the original spring cushions for Hans J.
Metal
Easy Chair by Hans Wegner, Model GE-290
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Nice vintage Hans Wegner easy chair from Getama. Model GE-290.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair GETAMA 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Basel, CH
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 lounge chair manufactured by GETAMA in the 1960s in Denmark.
Cowhide, Oak
GE-290 Highback Lounge Chair in Teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Highback lounge chair in solid teak. Model GE-290 by Hans J. Wegner.
Teak
GE-290 Easychair in Teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Midcentury Danish easychair in solid teak. Model GE-290 by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured by Getama. Cushions in original crème fabric. Nice vintage condition.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Easy Chair by Hans Wegner GETAMA GE 290, Oak Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Munster, DE
Oak wood easy chair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, Denmark. The chair has been newly upholstered with "Hallingdal" by Kvadrat.
Wool, Oak
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
GE-290 / Pair of Highback Lounge Chairs in Teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of high back lounge chairs in solid teak. Model GE-290 by Hans J. Wegner.
Fabric, Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Easy Chairs by Hans Wegner GETAMA GE 290, Oak Wood Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Munster, DE
Oak wood easy chairs designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. The chairs havee been newly upholstered with "Hallingdal" by Kvadrat. Price for the pair.
Wool, Oak
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 29.93 in D 35.04 in
Original GE290 High Back Lounger by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE290 High back easy chair in oak with new fabric and original spring cushions.
Oak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Danish Lounge Chair Solid Cherry Tree Ge290 by Hans J. Wegner with Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, Denmark
Lounge chair with low back GE290 by Hans J. Wegner - in solid cherry wood and foam cushions upholstered in beautiful black leather.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Oak Lounge Chair Model GE-290 GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Description: Oak framed lounge chair, model no. GE-290 Designer: Hans J Wegner Manufacturer: Getama, Denmark Date: 1953 Dimensions: Width 75cm; depth 80cm; height 75cm ...
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Wegner GE290 Chair in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Original 1950's Hans J Wegner GE290 in Oak. With Getama stamp to base. Matching pair available.
Oak
Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE 290
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner lounge chair for GETAMA, Model GE 290.
Oak
Hans Wegner, Oak Lounge Chair GE-290
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Hans J Wegner, lounge chair model "GE-290". Made of oak.
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs, Model Ge 290
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design lounge chairs, Model GE 290 for Getama.
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Lounge Chair, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful lounge chair GE-290, designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, solid oak frame with nice patina and upholstered in speckled gray wool on original spring cushions, marked.
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Highback Lounge Chair 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 highback lounge chair and ottoman by Hans J.
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 290 High Back Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful high back lounge chair GE290 by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA, solid oak frame with nice patina and original cushions upholstered with light green wool fabric, marked.
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 290 High Back Chair, 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful high back lounge chair GE290 by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA, solid oak frame with nice patina and original cushions newly upholstered in Belgian linen fabric, marked.
Oak, Linen
Hans Wegner GE 290 Sofa for GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Hans Wegner GE 290 sofa for GETAMA, Denmark in solid oak with original pillows. New covered in Fanny Aronsen Balder very light green fabric.
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Easy Chair Model GE-290 by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
High backed easy chair model GE-290 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Leather, Oak
Hans J Wegner Ge290 Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Original 1950's Hans J Wegner for Getama GE290 chair. Constructed in Oak with Grey cotton weave upholstered original metal sprung cushions.
Oak
Hans J Wegner GE290 Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Original 1950's Hans J Wegner GE290 easy chair for Getama, Denmark.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner ‘GE 290’ High Back Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful high back lounge chair ‘GE290’ by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA with matching ottoman ‘GE290’ A, solid oak frame with nice patina and original cushions upholstered with light wo...
Wool, Oak
Set of 3 Hans Wegner GE-290 Easychairs 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 easychairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. Original cushions and fabric in different colors.
Oak
Set of 3 Hans Wegner GE-290 Easychairs 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 easychairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. Original cushions and fabric in different colors.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 290 High Back Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful high back lounge chair GE290 by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA with matching Ottoman GE290A, solid oak frame with nice patina and newly upholstered original cushions, marked, mea...
Oak, Upholstery
Sold
H 27.96 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model GE-290 Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model GE-290 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Fabric, Oak
Pair of "GE-290" Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Pair of armchairs model “GE-290? Designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted in Denmark during the 1950s. Solid oak frame with large armrests. Loose cushions reupholstere...
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Oak Lounge Chair with Ottoman for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 oak lounge chair with ottoman for GETAMA Dimensions 37in H x 30in W x 35in D Seat height 16in Ottoman: 15in H x 22.50in W x 20.50in D.
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Oak
Lounge Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA GE 290
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
The chairs are in a excellent condition. The oakwood frame is beautifully patinated; the cushions were newly reupholstered with a high quality fabric by Kvadrat in dark grey.
Single Hans Wegner GE290 Plank Lounge Chairs for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Pair of original Hans J Wegner GE290 lounge chairs. Single lounge chairs by Hans J.
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Wegner GE290 Lounge Chair, Original, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
The Classic GE290 lounge chair by Danish master designer Hans J Wegner.
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner, Wegner already designed the chair in 1953.
Wool, Oak
Hans J Wegner GE290 Original
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
Original 1950s Hans J Wegner GE290 lounge chair in oak - this one with new Camira main line flax upholstery.
Oak
Hans Wegner GE290 Lounge Chair for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great vintage high back lounge chair designed in 1953 by designer Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA. Smoked oak and brown wool fabric. Iconic chair of the Mid-Century Modern.
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Pair of GE-290 Easy Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1953
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
A pair of GE-290 easy chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark 1953.
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner GE290 Lounge Chair, Original 1950s Refurbished
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
The Classic GE290 lounge chair by Danish master designer Hans J Wegner.
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner GE290 Lounge Chair for Getama, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Hans Wegner GE290 lounge high back armchair. Oak frame with new upholstered cushions. All in good condition. Free shipping for European destinations! We strive for a high level...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 27 in W 29 in D 32 in
Pair of Hans Wegner GE 290 Teak Lounge Chairs and Ottoman for GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Hans Wegner GE 290 teak lounge chairs and ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s.
Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Early Pair of Oak 'GE-290' Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1953
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Wegner. This is model ‘GE-290’ with solid oak frames and the original green spring cushions.
Wool, Oak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Armchairs. GE290
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A pair of original model GE290 armchairs designed by Hans J Wegner for Getama, Denmark, 1950's. Official Wegner/Getama stamped. Oiled oak frames with new black wool/cotton weave upho...
Oak
Hans J Wegner, GE290, Original 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
Original 1950's Hans J Wegner GE290 armchair in Teak. manufactured by Getama. New upholstery of Crest olive leather. Getama branding to base.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Set of Two Oak Hans J Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chairs for GETAMA, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful set of two designer armchairs from Danish designer Hans Wegner. Hans Jørgen Wegner is one of the most famous Danish furniture designers. This armchair is made of solid oak ...
Oak, Wool
Sold
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Oak Hans J Wegner GE-290 Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for GETAMA, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful leather designer armchair from Danish top designer Hans Wegner. Hans Jørgen Wegner is one of the most famous Danish furniture designers.
Leather, Oak
1980s Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Armchair in Oak for Getama, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Armchair for Getama, Made in Denmark.High back lounge chair in rift-sawn white oak,, original sprung cushions , bright and colorful maharam upholstery, ...
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Hans J. Wegner Low Lounge Chair GE 290 of Teak + Blue Wool by GETAMA, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Lounge chair model GE 290 low version by the Danish designer Hans J.
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair GE 290 of Oak and Green Wool by GETAMA, 1970s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Lounge chair model GE 290 by the danish designer Hans J.
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 36.62 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Hans Wegner GE290 Lounge Chair, 1950s Original. Fully refurbished.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
An original 1950s GETAMA GE290 high back lounge chair by Hans J Wegner. Freshly reupholstered metal sprung cushions in grey felt.
Oak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Early Pair of Oak 'GE-290' Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Straight from Denmark I brought back this fantastic pair of lounge chairs designed by Hans Wegner in 1953. They are called model ‘GE-290’ with solid oak frames and the original blue-...
Wool, Oak
Pair of Original Hans J Wegner ge290 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
Early oak version of Hans Wegners ge290 design for GETAMA. Produced in Denmark, circa 1955. A Classic and timeless design. Repolished frame and completely re-upholstered in charcoal ...
Oak
Sold
H 28 in W 29.5 in D 33 in
Hans Wegner Low Back Lounge Chair Model GE-290 in Oak and Wool for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic low back lounge chair model GE290 designed by Hans Wegner in 1953 for GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Pair of Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs GE290 by GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner.
Oak, Linen
Sold
H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Hans J. Wegner Two Lounge Chairs GE 290 of Oak and Green Wool by GETAMA, 1970s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of lounge chair model GE 290 by the Danish designer Hans J.
Wool, Oak
1960s Hans J. Wegner Oak Chair GE290 by GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- The wooden parts have been carefully refurbished. - Original springs pillows in good original condition. - Measure: height of seat 41 cm.
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair GE 290 of Oak with Red Wool Cushion by GETAMA, 1970s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Lounge and easy chair model GE 290 low version by the danish designer Hans J.
Wool, Oak
Matching Pair of Hans J Wegner GE290 Oak Lounge Chairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
An almost pristine matching pair of original 1950s Hans J Wegner GE290 lounge chairs. Made from European white oak.
Oak
Teak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - Fully Restored
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lounge chair GE290 is a beloved early design by Hans Wegner, Wegner already designed the chair in 1953.
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Jindřich Halabala, Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Sing...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,083 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$796Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$4,800
H 72 in W 82 in D 16.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center desk. The unit is totally modular and can arranged to your liking. It also includes ...
Teak
$3,025Sale Price|44% Off
H 26 in W 26 in D 27.5 in
Rare Børge Mogensen "Slædestolen" Easy Chairs, 1960
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Børge Mogensen armchairs and side chairs for Soborg Mobler, 1954. Made from white oak, We have three side chairs in stock. Upholstery services available. Priced per chair.
Oak
Vintage Danish Lounge Chair by Aage Pedersen for Getama, 1960s
By GETAMA
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish lounge chair GE-88 by Aage Pedersen for GETAMA Denmark 1960s. Danish modern lounge chair model GE88 designed by the owner of the GETAMA furniture factory Aage Pederse...
Teak
Vintage Milo Baughman Recliner Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
A very nice and early Vintage Milo Baughman Recliner Lounge Chair. This chair will most likely need some attention at a workshop as the joints have weakened over time. Original uph...
Wrought Iron
CH25 Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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
$5,853
H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in
Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair, Oak Frame, Grey Wool, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Borge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful highback lounge chairs 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, mahogany frame with adjustable seat and bac...
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
$4,448
H 28.75 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290, soap treated Oak, 1970s Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with two tone grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Pair of Ge270 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
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.
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.
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.
To celebrate the Wishbone’s 70th anniversary, Carl Hansen & Søn’s third-generation CEO, Knud Erik Hansen, shares some of the secrets behind the beloved chair.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.