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Wegner Ap 19

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in 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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Off-White Fabric
Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Off-White Fabric

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Off-White Fabric

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans Wegner Sheepskin & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s
Hans Wegner Sheepskin & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s

Hans Wegner Sheepskin & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Hans Wegner Boucle, Teak & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s
Hans Wegner Boucle, Teak & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s

Hans Wegner Boucle, Teak & Oak Papa Bear Chair 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1952 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Wegner, produced by the original manufacturer; AP Stolen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Hans Wegner A.P. Stolen Papa Bear Chair AP-19 & Ottoman Redone in Black Leather
Hans Wegner A.P. Stolen Papa Bear Chair AP-19 & Ottoman Redone in Black Leather

Hans Wegner A.P. Stolen Papa Bear Chair AP-19 & Ottoman Redone in Black Leather

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A stunning black leather papa bear chair and ottoman designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by A.P. Stolen. Both pieces are stamped. The chair has been expertly redone in high q...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Teak

Papa Bear Chair Model AP 19 In Grey Hallingdal With Teak Nails By Hans J. Wegner
Papa Bear Chair Model AP 19 In Grey Hallingdal With Teak Nails By Hans J. Wegner

Papa Bear Chair Model AP 19 In Grey Hallingdal With Teak Nails By Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, P.P. Møbler 1

Located in Lejre, DK

the Papa Bear Chair model AP19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951. The chair is upholstered in light grey Hallingdal fabric and has armrests in solid teak. A piece of furniture that...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair & AP29 foot stool produced by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Papa Bear Lounge Armchair ‘Model 91’ by Svend Skipper, 1950s.
Mid-Century Papa Bear Lounge Armchair ‘Model 91’ by Svend Skipper, 1950s.

Mid-Century Papa Bear Lounge Armchair ‘Model 91’ by Svend Skipper, 1950s.

By Skipper, Svend Skipper

Located in Dublin 8, IE

The Ultimate Mid-Century Embrace Often mistaken for the Wegner AP-19, the Svend Skipper Model 91 is a masterclass in Danish organic modernism.

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear, Hans J. Wegner, 1960
Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear, Hans J. Wegner, 1960

Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear, Hans J. Wegner, 1960

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H 39 in W 35 in D 36 in

Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear, Hans J. Wegner, 1960

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Handsome pair of AP-19 chair by Hans J.Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Better know as the Papa Bear chair.   

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

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H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak

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H 39.77 in W 35.44 in L 39.77 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Teak

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

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H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 33.08 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

Sold

H 39.38 in W 35.44 in L 39.38 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

Sold

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in L 39.77 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Bouclé

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 'Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s
Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 'Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 'Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 'Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s New upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in wool and full grain leather
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in wool and full grain leather

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in wool and full grain leather

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak, Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal wool and full grain leather
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal wool and full grain leather

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal wool and full grain leather

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Oak Armchair
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Oak Armchair

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Oak Armchair

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H 38.19 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Oak Armchair

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, England

Hans Wegner's iconic armchair design. Produced by A.P. Stolen, Denmark. Early production featuring oak legs and 'paws'. Reupholstered in Kvadrat Hallingdal #130 wool fabric. Meas...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner "AP 19" Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans J. Wegner "AP 19" Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans J. Wegner "AP 19" Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by AP Stolen, this stunning early 1950s teak AP 19 chair and ottoman have been lovingly refinished, and upholstered in Nanna Ditzel's Hallingd...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Teak Papa Bear Armchairs
Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Teak Papa Bear Armchairs

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Teak Papa Bear Armchairs

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H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Teak Papa Bear Armchairs

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear chairs, 1953 The Papa Bear is one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs and remains as popular and relevant today as when it...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Authentic Hans Wegner AP 19 Papa Bear Chair and 'Cigar' Ottoman
Authentic Hans Wegner AP 19 Papa Bear Chair and 'Cigar' Ottoman

Authentic Hans Wegner AP 19 Papa Bear Chair and 'Cigar' Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Highly sought after genuine vintage AP-19 papa bear chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1949 and made in Denmark in the 1950s.

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Sold

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in L 39.77 in

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 for AP Stolen Denmark 1953
Hans J Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 for AP Stolen Denmark 1953

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. The paws and legs are finished in oak. This is a super comfortable chair. Stylistically the pi...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Authentic Hans J. Wegner Papabear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 in Black Leather
Authentic Hans J. Wegner Papabear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 in Black Leather

Authentic Hans J. Wegner Papabear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 in Black Leather

By Hans J. Wegner, Anker Pedersen

Located in Oakland, CA

Hans J. Wegner for Anker Pedersen model AP19 Papa bear lounge chair and ottoman, 1953, Denmark. Perfectly restored to the exact specifications of the original upholstery, in Swedish ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Papa Bear Chair, AP 19 by Hans J. Wegner, 1963
Papa Bear Chair, AP 19 by Hans J. Wegner, 1963

Papa Bear Chair, AP 19 by Hans J. Wegner, 1963

Sold

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in

Papa Bear Chair, AP 19 by Hans J. Wegner, 1963

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa Bear chair, model AP 19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wool

Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair AP-19 Authentic A.P. Stolen
Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair AP-19 Authentic A.P. Stolen

Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair AP-19 Authentic A.P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in West Hartford, CT

This authentic, hallmarked Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair was his first project with manufacturer A.P. Stolen. Wegner's chair with the famous high backrest, lengthy back legs and comfor...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Papa Bear Chair, Model Ap 19, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Papa Bear Chair, Model Ap 19, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s

Papa Bear Chair, Model Ap 19, Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa bear chair, model AP 19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker
Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Iconic Modern Design in the form of the Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair, created in 1953 for A P Stolen of Denmark. Oak "paws" and legs supporting a frame newly reupholstered in high...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen

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H 38.98 in W 35.44 in D 37.01 in

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Papa bear chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen. Model: AP 19 Oak and gray Hallingdal wool upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Furniture, 1962
Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Furniture, 1962

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Furniture, 1962

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa Bear chair, model Ap 19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Wool

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1960s
Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1960s

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1960s

By P.P. Møbler 1, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa bear chair, model AP 19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1962
Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1962

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1962

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa Bear chair, model AP 19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and manufactured by A.P.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Patent Leather, Wool, Oak

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Møbler
Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Møbler

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19, by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Møbler

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an early papa bear chair with the original upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

The Papa Bear Chair Model AP-19 Made In Black Leather By Hans J. Wegner
The Papa Bear Chair Model AP-19 Made In Black Leather By Hans J. Wegner

The Papa Bear Chair Model AP-19 Made In Black Leather By Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, P.P. Møbler 1

Located in Lejre, DK

The armchair, Model AP 19 also known as the "Papa Bear Chair", designed by Hans J.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker
Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker

By Hans J. Wegner, A. P. Stohlen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Iconic Modern Design in the form of the Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair, created in 1953 and made by A P Stolen of Denmark. Teak "paws" and legs supporting a frame newly reupholstered...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen
Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen

Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Papa Bear chair with ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen. Model: AP 19 Design 1954 Teak & wool upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wool, Upholstery

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19 and Stool by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1967
Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19 and Stool by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1967

Papa Bear Chair, Model AP 19 and Stool by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Møbler, 1967

By Hans J. Wegner, P.P. Møbler 1

Located in Lejre, DK

Papa bear chair, model AP 19 and stool model PP120, designed by Hans J.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak

Sold

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman, Teak

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric

Sold

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey 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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Lounge chair in Grey wool, 1950s
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Lounge chair in Grey wool, 1950s

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Lounge chair in Grey wool, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in amstelveen, NL

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

Sold

H 39.016 in W 36 in D 35 in

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handsome pair of early 1960s AP-19 chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P.

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

Pair of Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handsome pair of early 1960s AP-19 chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Uccle, BE

This iconic Papa Bear chair was reupholstered in a wool flannel. The wingback Papa Bear chair, also known as the Teddy Bear chair, has two outstretched arms with wood detailing once...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak
Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak

Early Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman in Teak

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Southampton, NJ

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Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

Hans Wegner Boucle Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman

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By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

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Located in London, England

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair and AP-29 ottoman, 1953 One of Wegner's most iconic designs.

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Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans
Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans

Pair of Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Ottomans

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Extremely rare and important pair of iconic late 1950s Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chairs with ottomans. Stools have markings, including 1 DFC medallion and 1 Povl Dinesen stamp (cab...

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Iconic Hans J. Wegner Signed Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman AP-19 & AP-29

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One of Wegner's most iconic designs. Great condition and done in a vibrant red fabric. Rare to see the chair and ottoman combo. The wingback Papa Bear chair, also known as the Ted...

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Hans J. Wegner Model AP-19 'Papa Bear' Chair in Dark Green Leather

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Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen model AP-19 'Papa Bear' chair, designed in 1951.

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Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

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Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair Designed in 1950 By Wegner Produced by AP Stolen.

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Hans Wegner AP- 19 Papa Bear Chair

Hans Wegner AP- 19 Papa Bear Chair

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Located in Westport, CT

The wingback Papa Bear chair, also known as the Teddy Bear chair, has two outstretched arms with wood detailing once described by a critic as “great bear paws embracing you from behi...

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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Ottoman by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Ottoman by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Ottoman by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

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Stolen, Denmark, 1959 Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair & AP29 Ottoman produced by A.P.

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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Bamsestol Model AP19, Denmark, 1959
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Bamsestol Model AP19, Denmark, 1959

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Lounge Chair Bamsestol Model AP19, Denmark, 1959

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

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Hans Wegner papa bear chair AP-19 by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959 Hans J.

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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959
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Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 & AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair & AP29 foot stool produced by A.P.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP-19 Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

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Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP-19 Newly upholstered with lightgrey Hallingdal by Kvadrat

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1950s Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman Model AP-19 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen
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This original Model AP-19 Papa Bear chair and ottoman was designed in 1951 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen.

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By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

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Hans Wegner model AP-19 'Papa Bear' chair, circa 1955.

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The iconic “Papa Bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner (model AP-19) manufactured by AP-Stolen upholstered in a beautiful pressure treated camel wool both the exposed portion o...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Wegner Ap 19 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic wegner ap 19 available at 1stDibs. A wegner ap 19 — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wegner ap 19 — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A wegner ap 19 made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular.

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Best known for his chairs and other seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tablesHans 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.

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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.

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