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16 Hans Wegner Style Teak Chairs
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These are great solid teak chairs in the style of Hans Wegner. Made in the USA.  
Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Faux Leather

16 Hans Wegner Style Teak Chairs
16 Hans Wegner Style Teak Chairs
H 30 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Teak W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of four teak W2 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made for CM Madsen factory. Sometimes
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Teak W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
Teak W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
H 29.75 in W 21.5 in D 19.3 in
Vintage Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Danish Patina
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hans Wegner CH-22 Lounge Chairs Designed in 1951 and manufactured by Carl Hansen Original Paper
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak, Oak

Hans Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs
Hans Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs
H 29.5 in W 27 in D 19 in
Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four Hans Wegner cow horn chairs with cane woven seats. Manufactured by Johannes Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chairs
Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chairs
H 29.25 in W 23 in D 18 in
Hans Wegner JH50 “Peacock Chair” in Oak and Teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Hans Wegner JH50 chair, or more commonly known as the “Peacock Chair” had its name blessed by
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Cow Horn Chair in Teak by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
restoration trace the caning. Plate Johannes Hansen. Production 1960s. Hans Wegner created the Cow Horn flesh
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair Of Hans Wegner Round Chairs / The Chair In Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Hans Wegner Manufacturer: Johannes Hansen Era: 1950s Materials: Teak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A matched pair of classic chairs. Original Cane seats Original surface Branded signature.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
H 30 in W 24.75 in D 20 in
Hans Wegner "the Chair" Early Version Teak and Cane JH-501 Chair Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. Designed in 1949 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-century modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
H 41.75 in W 27.5 in D 20.5 in
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen. Modeled after a
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
H 41.75 in W 27.5 in D 20.5 in
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner GE-270 lounge chairs, 1956. Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark c1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 28.75 in
The Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
swivel chair designed by Hans Wegner & made by Johannes Hansen w/teak back, chrome frame & blue
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

The Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner
The Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner
H 29 in W 28.5 in D 22 in
Pair of Hans J. Wegner "Buck Chair" JH-517 Teak & Brown Leather Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner, 1914-2007 Pair of Hans J. Wegner JH-517 'Buck Chairs', designed in 1951. Also
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE240 Teak Lounge Chair This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 29
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956 A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

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
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and beautiful, vintage Hans Wegner CH 23 chair made of teak and oak, with cord seat
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
H 30.5 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of 3 (not two!) CH30 dining chairs by Hans Wegner in Oak and Teak and red upholstery. This
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
Set of Six W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of six W2 chairs designed in 1953 by Hans Wegner for C. M. Madsen, Denmark. Solid teak wood and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Six W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
Set of Six W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
H 29.93 in W 21.66 in D 18.51 in
Teak Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama GE-270, 1956
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner Getama GE-270, 1956 The GE-270 lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Teak

Set of Four Hans Wegner Teak Dining Chairs Leather Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of four teak dining chairs by Hans Wegner.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Hans Wegner 'Ap-15' Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak and Fabric, Denmark, 1951
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hellouw, NL
Hans Wegner is one of the great Danish design masters and this rare AP-15 wingback lounge chair is
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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

Teak Cow Horn Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare teak Danish modern dining chair with a splined backrest and a natural cane seat. Model JH
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Set of Six Chairs in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner set of six chairs for Johannes Hansen. Model JH-504. Frame in Teak, seat and back in
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

4 Early Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 240, Oak and teak, 1970s Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of oiled oak and teak armrests. New upholstered with yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 240, Oak and teak, 1970s Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of oiled oak and teak armrests. New upholstered with green
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, lounge chair 'Papa Bear', teak, oak, beech, Denmark, design 1951
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery
Hans Wegner 'Papa Bear' Chair in Blue Upholstery
H 38.98 in W 31.89 in D 35.04 in
Set Sawbuck Dining Chairs - Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 4 Sawbuck dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Model CH29, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category

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

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set Sawbuck Dining Chairs - Hans J. Wegner
Set Sawbuck Dining Chairs - Hans J. Wegner
H 31.89 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in
Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH30 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
New leather (natural) seats. Listed price is for the pair. Produced in Denmark.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Lounge Chair AP-16 by AP-Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans Wegner lounge chair Model AP-16 by AP-Stolen in Teak. Refinished and reupholstered.
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 FH 4103 - 'Heart chair' in teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 6 FH 4103 - 'Heart chair' in teak and frame of solid patinated oak. Designed in 1952 by Hans
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Oxhide Teak Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A very rare teak armchair / lounge chair retaining the original oxhide black leather seat and back
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

5 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 11 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
10 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, 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. Manufactured by Getama, Denmark. Made in solid teak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chair, 1960s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in South Bend, IN
expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed from solid teak. The chair retains the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chairs, Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in South Bend, IN
chairs retain the original branded maker's mark. Designed in 1949 by Hans J. Wegner and produced by
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen, 1960s.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Asaa, DK
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen, 1960s. Fairly early Papa Bear armchair AP-19 with beech
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen, 1960s.
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen, 1960s.
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Cigar" model lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Viintage Oak and Teak CH23 Side Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful oak and teak side chair model CH23 for Carl Hansen & son by Hans Wegner. this timeless
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model JH-540 Valet chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This gorgeous piece of mid
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An iconic lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner known as the Peacock lounge. Wegner’s post modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
H 42.5 in W 30 in D 25 in
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in yellow 'COLOR' textile (colour: 10-101). Hans J. Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Set of 4 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH-33 Chairs in Teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Set of for Hans J. Wegner "CH33" from the early Carl Hansen & Sons production in the 1960s in teak
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner, "The Chair", model JH503, Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J. Wegner "The Chair" also known as the "Round Chair", model JH503 in teak seat upholstered
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Valet Chair, model no. JH540, teak and oak, original edition produced by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Pair of Hans J. Wegner GE-280 Teak Red Leather Lounge chairs by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Hans J. Wegner GE-280 Teak Red Leather Lounge chairs by GETAMA. Solid teak sculpted frames
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce model AP-20 chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is
Category

Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
H 32 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Set of Eight Hans J Wegner FH 4103 Heart Chairs in Teak & Oak Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare set of eight Danish mid century FH 4103 / "heart" wooden dining chairs in teak and oak by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

20th Century Danish Set of Three Vintage Teak Side Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Fritz Hansen with heart shaped seats, three sculpted legs and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 for AP Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
The Papa Bear Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, is one of the most iconic pieces of Danish vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Papercord

Danish Modern Oversized Teak Rocking Chair by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole
By Tarm Stole, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Modern oversized teak rocking chair / rocker by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole, circa 1970s This
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

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Hans Wegner Teak Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of hans wegner teak chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, all hans wegner teak chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of hans wegner teak chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of hans wegner teak chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern hans wegner teak chairs are of considerable interest. Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and A.P. Stolen each produced beautiful hans wegner teak chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Hans Wegner Teak Chairs?

Hans wegner teak chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,778, while the lowest priced sells for $185 and the highest can go for as much as $190,435.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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