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.
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chairs Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chairs model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Denmark, 1958 and 1950s/60s This iconic chair, made wi...
Steel
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair made in mahogany. Loose seat cushio...
Leather, Mahogany
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 671, Oak, Coda 2 and Cotton Rope
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made bended oak veener. Cotton cord in back New upholstered with Coda 2 fabric for kvadrat Model 671, made by GETAMA.
Fabric, Cord, Oak
Pair of Midcentury “CH 27” Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of beautiful “CH 27” lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak and rattan. Beautiful pattern in the rattan and whimsical carved “horns” at the tops of the backs.
Rattan, Oak
CH25 Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Oak & Papercord, Mid-Century
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950, the CH25 lounge chair is a landmark in Danish furniture design. As one of the first four chairs he created for Carl Hansen & Søn, it stood out...
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair Danish Modern Icon by Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair Danish Modern Icon by Carl Hansen & Søn Presenting an exceptional example of the CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 ...
Oak, Leather
Hans J. Wegner AP 16 Lounge Chair in Leather for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
An elegant model AP 16 lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by AP Stolen in Denmark during the 1960s. The chair features a refined wooden frame stained black, with W...
Wood
Hans J. Wegner Ox Chair Model EJ 100, black original leather
By Erik Jørgensen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An immortal classic, the EJ-100, Ox chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960, and is regarded as one of Wegners more important chairs. It was Wegner's fascination with Picasso that i...
Stainless Steel
Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA GE530, Denmark, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Hans J. Wegner - Lounge Chair and Ottoman GETAMA GE530 , Denmark Classic GE530 lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, featuring a clean design and high-quality craftsmanship in ...
Oak
Mid-century modern Pair of GE 375 Scandinavian lounge chairs, with 2 armrests
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Pair of GE 375 Scandinavian lounge chairs, with one pair of armrests. Getama edition from the 1970s. The armrests can be positioned on one chair to create an armchair, or on either s...
Oak
AP 19 - 'Papa bear' chair in lambskin by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in lambskin with paws in rosewood and legs in dark stained wood. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by AP Stolen.
Lambskin, Beech, Rosewood
Hans Wegner CH-27 Chair, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1950s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A CH-27 chair designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950s. Stamped with makers mark. The cane on seat has been professionally restored. Very good condition and ready...
Rattan, Oak
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. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one of...
Sheepskin, Oak
Hans J. Wegner “Mama Bear” Oak & Teakwood Lounge Set by AP-Stolen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and highly desirable original production lounge set by Hans J. Wegner for AP-Stolen, Denmark, comprising the iconic AP27 lounge chair, affectionately known as the “Mama Bear,” t...
Oak, Teak
GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 225 - Early 'Flag Halyard Chair' with frame in white lacquered metal and original flag halyard with lambskin and yellow neck cushion in 'VIDAR' textile. Designed by Hans J. Wegner...
Metal
GE 225 - Flag Halyard chair with green frame by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 225 - Early 'Flag Halyard Chair' with original flag halyard, frame in green metal and shoes in wood. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by GETAMA.
Steel
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Rosewood Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl Hansen & Son. The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened...
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
Vintage Danish Oak and Bouclé Lounge Chair GE290 by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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 ...
Oak
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His fi...
Papercord, Wood, Walnut
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen Reupholstered
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a Danish Circular medallion affixed to the underside of chair. The chair, was in the origi...
Wool, Wood
Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs, Carl Hansen, 1967
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Balen, BE
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950, the CH22 was among the inaugural collection produced by Carl Hansen & Søn and remains one of the designer's most celebrated lounge chairs. Cha...
Papercord, Beech, Paint
1951 HANS WEGNER Lounge chair, model no. CH-22 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1951 HANS J. WEGNER Lounge Chair, model no. CH-22 manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Oak frame with rush seat. Underside of arm branded with designer. In good vintage condi...
Rush, Oak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for COM Customizable
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original AP-19 Lounge Chair and matching ottoman designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Better known as the Papa Bear Chair, the design remains one of Wegner’s most sculptura...
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful set of chairs. Purchased together from Knoll in the 1960s. Branded signature.
Ash
Hans Wegner, Lounge Chair, Oak, Rattan, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in High Point, NC
A folding oak, rattan and brass lounge chair, model JH 512, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear ...
Brass
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
Hans J. Wegner Model 290A Lounge Chair, Solid Oak, Mid-Century Modern
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak. New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather. Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful high back chairs by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and cushions in beige wool (seemingly reupholstered at a later date), produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 375, detacha...
Wool, Oak
GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 225 - Early 'Flag Halyard Chair' with frame in white lacquered metal and original flag halyard with lambskin and yellow neck cushion in 'VIDAR' textile. Designed by Hans J. Wegner...
Metal
Pr. Hans Wegner Carl Hansen & Son CH07 Lounge Chairs made in Denmark c. 1990's
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of the iconic CH07 lounge chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made in Denmark by Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990's. Originally produced in an extremely small number ...
Upholstery, Plywood
Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair, Oak Frame, Tan Leather, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage full grain tan aniline leather. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Oak, Leather
$3,200 / item
Hans Wegner Venus Chair Model GE1936 for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This fantastic shell chair with backrest and seat in walnut veneer on a base of soap treated oak is a 2015 re-issue by GETAMA of the classic chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1948. Wh...
Oak, Walnut
arly Pair Hans Wegner Queen Chairs by Johannes Hansen c.1960 / New Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
A pair of early"Queen chairs" by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen / AP Stolen 1960. Both of them completely reupholstered with fine Kvadrat Denmark fabric and cognac leather accents. ...
Stainless Steel
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. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one of...
Oak, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Teak
Hans J Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Oiled Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78 Mama Bear' Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, com...
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Early Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen Original Fabric 1951, Stamped
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
Collectors set of two labeled, stamped very early Papa Bear AP 19 chairs (number 13+16) Made in Denmark, Designer Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen, around 1951. Priced as a pair; we will ...
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair / flag halyard chair designed by Hans Wegner Produced by GETAMA in Denmark Metal, flagline, sheepskin, cushion 1960s Good vintage condition, with signs of usage...
Sheepskin
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak & Leather by Hans J. Wegner, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing set of lounge chairs model GE-375 by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured in the 1960s by GETAMA in solid oakwood with a beautiful grain and patina. The set retains the original brow...
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair This chair measures: 35 wide x 35 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 24.75 inche...
Upholstery, Wood
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment t...
Fabric, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair with Oak Frame and Wool Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions original upholstered with lightHallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Model 290A Lounge Chair, Solid Oak, Mid-Century Modern
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak. New upholstered with vintage Yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Wool, Oak
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 '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 an example of his class. The teak frame is a master class in Danish woodworking. It...
Fabric, Teak
Easy chair 'The Flag Halyard Chair' Designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner’s Flag Halyard Chair, model GE 225, is one of the most striking and unconventional lounge chairs of the Danish modern movement. Designed in 1950 and produced by Getama...
Steel
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE240 Teak Lounge Chair This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22 inches A...
Upholstery, Teak
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair made in mahogany. Loose seat cushio...
Leather, Mahogany
Original 1950s Danish Hans Wegner GE240 Teak & Oak Cigar Chair For Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Classic design from 1954 by the master of Danish Modern, Hans Wegner. Solid Oak frame with contrasting Teak armrests. Original sprung cushions upholstered in a high quality tweed wo...
Oak
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Folding Chair, Oak Frame with Cane, Scandinavian
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1949 by Hans Wegner and produced c.1950s for Johannes Hansen. The cane chair features an oak frame with the original cane. The seat of the chair sits at a slant offering ...
Cane, Oak
AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear chair with matching stool in light textile (A Joy by Dedar, colour 002 Natural) ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J....
Textile, Oak
Set of two H. J. Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Grey Hallingdal Upholstery, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a stunning set of two vintage Papa bear chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). Wegner´s unique sense of design is expressed in these sculptural chairs. The "nails" ...
Wool, Teak, Beech
Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair, Oak Frame, Leather, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with full grain vintage tan aniline leather. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Oak, Leather
Rare Hans J. Wegner Oak Reclining Lounge Chair Model AP71, Denmark 1968
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished - Original wool pillows in good original condition - height of eat 43 cm
Oak, Wool
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oiled Oak & Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oiled Oak & Teak for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beaut...
Papercord, Oak, Teak
CH44 Lounge Chair in Beech by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 1960s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Iconic CH44 lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner, crafted with a solid beech frame and a hand-woven natural paper cord seat. A beautiful example of Wegner’s dedication to simplici...
Papercord, Beech
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 chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
Teak
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Scandinavian Vintage Folding Armchair in the Manner of Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basel, BS
Beautifully made, substantial folding Danish rope armchair. High quality original vintage. Additional information: Materials: Caning, Oak Color: Brown Styles: Danish Modern Item Ty...
Oak
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oirlo, LI
The iconic JH-550 Peacock Chair, designed by renowned architect and designer Hans J. Wegner in 1947, was crafted by Johannes Hansen in Denmark. Inspired by traditional English Windso...
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chairs, butterfly, black beech and full grain leather
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chairs new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. Frame of solid new black lacquered beech. Model GE-460 Butterfly, made by GETAMA. Price per chair, more av...
Leather, Beech
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman - Pair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman - Pair Each chair measures: 35.25 wide x 35 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 14.5 inches and arm height/c...
Upholstery, Wood
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.