Mid Century Hans Wegner Papa Bear Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Attractive ottoman based on Hans Wegner design. Made of beech wood and velour upholstery. In very good original condition.
Wool, Beech
$2,000 / set
H 15 in W 12.63 in D 15 in
Pair of Footstools Stools Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair Mid Century Modern Footstools / Ottomans in the style of Hans Wegner .
Wood
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Saint Louis, US
This Papa Bear Chair is a sculpture for comfort. It is a fine example of one the more exclusive products of the Danish Modern period. It is considered a masterpiece of the design per...
Leather, Foam, Wood
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Footstool. Retains Brass Illums Bolighus Label.
Fabric, Teak
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool. Oak Hand Grips and Oak Legs
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool. Teak Hand Grips with Beech Legs.
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Megeve, FR
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chair and footstool designed in 1950 and produced by AP Stolen, in perfect condition with its original fabric.
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Unavailable
H 39 in W 36 in D 36 in
Light Gray / Cream Papa Bear Chair Ap19 by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, 1960
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Houston, TX
This timeless chair is an excellent example of a papa bear chair and footstool.
Oak
Hans Wegner Teak Papa Bear Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
However, the Papa Bear footstool is also usable as a perch for extra seating as for leg support that pairs well with countless other Danish Modern pieces.
Wool, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Hans Wegner papa bear ottoman (footstool) in teak. Early production with nice patina.
Sold
H 16.93 in W 25.6 in D 18.12 in
Stool for the Papa Bear Chair, Model PP120, Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1954
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool for the papa bear chair, model PP120, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1954 and manufactured by P.P. furniture. The stool is upholstered in dark grey Hallingdal wool and with legs...
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 38.98 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 for AP Stolen Denmark 1953
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a Papa Bear Chair and footstool designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen.
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Teak Stool AP29
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Wegner (attributed) vintage AP29 stool or "papa bear" footstool in Teak wood and upholstered with sheepskin Dimensions: H 53 cm x W 37 cm x L 61 cm.
Teak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman or Stool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Hans Wegner Papa Bear Stool. Solid teak frame with upholstered seat. Made in Denmark
Teak, Upholstery
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman or Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original 1950s solid teak stool with handles on each side on tapered legs. Stamped on bottom. Made by A.P. Stolen.
Teak, Upholstery
Hans J. Wegner Armchair 'Papa Bear' 'Red Leather' and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, Berlin
The Bamsestol (Bear chair), known as the papa bear lounge chair and footstool designed by Hans J.
Leather, Oak
Papa Bear Chair and Footstool by Hans J Wegner for A. P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautiful vintage example of this Classic chair, fully restored and upholstered in the finest quality fabric.
Fabric, Oak
Armchair "Papa Bear" with footstool by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Salzburg, Austria
Designed in 1951, produced by AP Stolen. Original yellow wool upholstery. Armrests and legs in oak. Model AP - 19 The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman were originally manufactured by A...
Oak, Wool, Upholstery
Hans J Wegner "Papa Bear" Footstool by A. P. Stolen, Made in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
Incredible Mid-Century Modern find, Original Hans J. Wegner "Papa Bear" footstool produced by A.P. Stolen, made in Denmark - see stamp on the bottom.
Teak, Upholstery
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chair and footstool designed in 1950 and produced by AP Stolen.
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chair and footstool designed in 1950 and produced by AP Stolen.
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear and Stool
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Amazing papa bear chair and footstool designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark.
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
By Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Wood, Upholstery
Umran Sink
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Umran Sink—a signature piece from our inaugural stone collection, meticulously crafted in Afyon, Türkiye, a region renowned for its ancient stonework. Named in honor ...
Travertine, Marble
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Fabric, Wool, Oak
$39,000
H 39 in W 36 in D 32.25 in
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Available now is an absolutely stunning lounge chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950's AP-19, with matching ottoman AP-29. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in...
Teak, Leather
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Fabric, Wool, Oak
$32,282 / set
H 39.18 in W 31.11 in D 35.83 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s for Re-Upholstery, Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare original pair of Hans Wegner papa bear chairs designed in 1947 and produced by AP Stolen in Denmark in the 1950s. The fabric shows excess signs of wear so these are offered in...
Fabric, Teak
Papa Bear Armchair & Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The celebrated Papa Bear chair with matching footrest. Dimensions listed are for chair.
Upholstery, Oak, Teak
Unavailable|$30,000 / set
H 39 in W 36 in D 31 in
Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Sweep into the classic, timeless appeal of mid-century modern design with this authentic Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces were manufactured by the renowned A.P. S...
Leather, Teak
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a beautiful example of an earlier version of the classic design by Hans J Wegner, and has been expertly reupholstered in Abraham Moon Forest Green fabric. The legs are of Oak...
Wool, Oak, Teak
$25,000
H 38.75 in W 36 in D 36 in
Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and made in Denmark. This example with new black leather and featuring oak legs and t...
Leather, Oak, Teak
Original papabear chair by Hans Jørgen Wegner, Denmark.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in København K, DK
AP19 lounge chair in fabric and teak pawns and teak legs. Designed in 1954 by Hans Jørgen Wegner and manufactured by AP Stolen, Denmark. Rusty Peach colour. Also called the Papa bear...
Wool, Teak
$24,000
H 38.75 in W 36 in D 36 in
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and made in Denmark. This example with new black leather and featuring teak legs and ...
Leather, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Maharam Wool Boucle'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
The Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007 "Papa Bear" Chair, model AP19, produced for A.P Mobler and designed in 1951, epitomizes luxurious comfort and timeless craftsmanship. Upholstered with Ma...
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Holly Hunt Alpaca
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
The Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007 "Papa Bear" Chair, model AP19, produced for A.P Mobler and designed in 1951, epitomizes luxurious comfort and timeless craftsmanship. Upholstered with Ho...
Upholstery, 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.
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.
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.