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Hans Wegner Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son, Ch07 Oak Finish
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
circa 2006
White Oak, suede leather
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
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 Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, 1951.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Walnut
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son. Vintage
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated
wood shell, seat and
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in
Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
by Hans J Wegner and impresses with its organic shape, comfortable seat and timeless elegance. Hans J
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
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
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
A "Shell" series side table by Hans J Wegner for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 'Shell' series side table by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, featuring a laminated walnut
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Side Tables
Materials
Beech, Walnut
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
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut, Plywood
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl Hansen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in
Hans Wegner CH30 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning set of 6 dining chairs model CH30 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench - Lacquered Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Seat Upholstered
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell chair has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell chair has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
H 27.17 in W 28.75 in D 24.41 in
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in
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
cushion. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates circa 2021
Category
2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Beech, Fabric
H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category
2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
H 29.9 in W 36.25 in D 32.75 in
2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner w/ Red Aniline Two-Tone
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to circa 2021 and is guaranteed
Category
2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Oil with Canvas 794 Fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
When Hans J. Wegner unveiled the design of the CH07 shell chair in 1963, many critics loved the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Canvas
H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Oil with Thor 301 Leather by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
When Hans J. Wegner unveiled the design of the CH07 Shell chair in 1963, many critics loved the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Oil with Thor 307 Leather by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
When Hans J. Wegner unveiled the design of the CH07 Shell chair in 1963, many critics loved the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat - Lacquered Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a unique sleek design, this pair of vintage chairs styled after Hans Wegner is sure to stand
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Iconic Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Lacquer Finish with Loke 7150 Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Lacquer Finish with Brown and White Cowhide Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.1 in W 32.6 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Oil Finish with Brown and White Cowhide Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.1 in W 32.6 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Walnut Oil Finish with Loke 7150 Black Leather Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.1 in W 32.6 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Oak White Oil Finish with Brown and White Cowhide Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.1 in W 32.6 in D 32.6 in
CH07 Shell Chair in Oak White Oil Finish with Loke 7150 Black Leather Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burlington, NJ
patiently waited for the spotlight for a number of decades. Today, it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.1 in W 32.6 in D 32.6 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
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Tripod Shell Armchair, Europe, ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
even in the 1960s, Hans J. Wegner’s Shell Chair designed in 1963 being the most well-known example. The
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Platonic Sculpture Mask Diffuser Cover
By George Nakashima, Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl, Figure Ground
Located in Brooklyn, NY
to hide them while adding some volume to a room.
This mask not only hides the utilitarian shell of
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut, Plaster
Poul Kjærholm 'PK8' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.3 in W 23.2 in D 20 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK8' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather Upholstery
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.3 in W 23.2 in D 20 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.9 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 14.6 in W 22 in D 15.7 in
Danish Modern Borge Morgensen Shaker series Model 5267 Oak Coffee table
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Uccle, BE
traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials. While peers such as Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
H 21.26 in W 21.26 in D 58.67 in
Mid-Century Vintage Jens Risom Knoll Webbed Armchair
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Baltimore, MD
Wanscher and Kaare Klint, alongside classmates Hans Wegner and Børge Mogensen. For a short time following
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Vase Loetz sign: Czecho Slovakia , Style : Art Nouveau , Bohemia, circa 1920
By Loetz Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
:
Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner)
Sweden
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vase Loetz sign: Czecho Slovakia , Style : Art Nouveau , Bohemia, circa 1920
By Loetz Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
:
Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner)
Sweden
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vase Loetz , Style : Art Nouveau , Bohemia, circa 1900
By Loetz Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
:
Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner)
Sweden
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Murano, 1940, Italian. Attributed to Archimide Seguso, Barovier
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
:
Denmark: (Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Poul Kjaerholm, Hans Wegner)
Sweden
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Gold
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Hans Wegner Shell For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal hans wegner shell for your home. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every hans wegner shell was constructed with great care. Find 46 options for an antique or vintage hans wegner shell now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a hans wegner shell — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A hans wegner shell is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made hans wegner shell has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn and Fritz Hansen are consistently popular.
How Much is a Hans Wegner Shell?
Prices for a hans wegner shell start at $1,840 and top out at $35,826 with the average selling for $5,396.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Hans Wegner Shell
- What are Shell Chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Shell 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.
- Is the Shell Chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether 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.
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