How do I identify a Hans Wegner chair?

To identify a Hans Wegner chair, look for hallmarks of his style. Most joints feature mortise and tenon construction, and armrests and seat supports are often hand-sculpted. Nearly all of his chair frames are solid wood. A piece fashioned out of wood composites is unlikely to be genuine. Find a collection of expertly vetted Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.

What is the history of the Wegner Shell chair?

The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.

Is the Wegner shell chair comfortable?

Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.

Are Hans Wegner chairs comfortable?

Whether or not Hans Wegner chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. The Danish furniture designer did design his pieces with functionality in mind, striving to craft chairs that users would enjoy sitting in. Many of his chairs built upon traditional designs, such as the Peacock chair inspired by the classic Windsor chair. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Hans Wegner chairs.

How do I cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair’s seat?

You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.

What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner?

What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.

Wegner Rosewood Chair

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s

H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in

Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

Hans J. Wegner Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s

H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, GB

Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric

H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 32.29 in

Cow Horn Chair in Teak by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Structure in solid teak. Assembling the folder with Brazilian rosewood strips. Seat sling. Old

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Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Cow Horn Chair in Teak by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen

H 29.14 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

Hans Wegner JH-505 Cow Horn Chair, Oak

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

Hans J. Wegner JH-505 cow horn chair, 1952 The JH-505 chair is one of Danish master Hans

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Rattan, Rosewood

Hans Wegner JH-505 Cow Horn Chair, Oak

H 28.75 in W 23.23 in D 18.12 in

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model Jh-505 Cow Horn Chair in Teak

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Diego, CA

. These teak, rosewood, and cane Hans Wegner "Cow Horn" chairs manufactured by Johannes Hansen by hand by

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model Jh-505 Cow Horn Chair in Teak

H 29 in W 23 in D 18 in

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery

H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair Model Cow Horn PP 505 by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler

Located in Courbevoie, FR

"Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian chair model cow horn PP 505 by Hans Wegner. New production. Great

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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair Model Cow Horn PP 505 by Hans Wegner

H 28.75 in W 27.17 in D 17.72 in

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Son

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Glendale, CA

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Son. The story of

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Son

H 29.1 in W 36.2 in D 32.6 in

4 Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn Chairs for Johannes Hansen in Oak

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Diego, CA

Set of 4 Restored Oak Cow Horn chairs by Hans Wegner with new olive green leather seats. This set

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

4 Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn Chairs for Johannes Hansen in Oak

H 29 in W 18 in D 23 in

Pair of Danish Modern Virgin Wool Upholstery Rosewood Frames Longe Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very comfortable virgin wool upholstery rosewood frames wing arms armchairs lounge chairs.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Pair of Danish Modern Virgin Wool Upholstery Rosewood Frames Longe Chairs

H 31 in W 38 in D 31 in

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

Hans Wegner cow horn (Kohornstol) chairs model JH 505, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Teak and

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

H 29 in W 23 in D 18 in

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg

By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Knebel, DK

1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg The plexus chair

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Set of Two Illum Vikkelso Plexus Easy Chairs in Rosewood by CFC Silkeborg

H 24.81 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in

Hans J. Wegner China Chair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen, 1944

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner China chair in Brazilian rosewood with leather cushion. Designed 1944 and executed

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner China Chair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen, 1944

H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in

FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood with black patinated leather seat.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood by Hans J. Wegner

H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Rosewood dining chair with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Inc. Custom Upholstery

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood, Leather

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Inc. Custom Upholstery

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Set of Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of four 1960s fully restored rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather, Fabric

Set of Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery

H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair of Rosewood for Fritz Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner Chinese chair of rosewood. Loose seat cushion upholstered with leather, fitted with

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair of Rosewood for Fritz Hansen

H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in

Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Wegner made by Johannes Hansen The chair has a solid rosewood frame, drop in upholstered seat, and

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair

H 29.5 in W 24 in D 18 in

Erik Kolling Andersen for Peder Pedersen Easy Chair

By Erik Kolling Andersen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Erik Kolling Andersen for Peder Pedersen easy chair. Original black leather with warm patina on a

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Erik Kolling Andersen for Peder Pedersen Easy Chair

H 30.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

Midcentury Leather Swing Chair by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark, 1950s

By A. Mikael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Belmont, MA

Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999) for Mikael Laursen, easy chair model no.103, in cognac leather and teak

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Midcentury Leather Swing Chair by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark, 1950s

H 28.75 in W 27.17 in D 27.96 in

Arraia Lounge Chair attribute to Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 60s

By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo

Located in Houston, TX

Brazilian jacaranda (rosewood) and imbuia (walnut). ********This listing is for 1 chair.****** P.S. Colors

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Arraia Lounge Chair attribute to Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 60s

H 33 in W 35.5 in D 50.5 in

Arne Vodder Armchair in Original Leather, Denmark, 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

Arne Vodder armchair in original brown patinated leather with rosewood legs, produced by Ivan

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Arne Vodder Armchair in Original Leather, Denmark, 1950s

H 31.5 in W 27.96 in D 31.89 in

Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Extraordinary Hans Wegner China chairs designed in 1944 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967

H 28.35 in W 22.84 in D 22.05 in

2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in PARIS, FR

An elegant and sober design by Hans Wegner produced by the Danish manufacturer A.P. Stolen. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Palisander

2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner

H 26.78 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in

Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of 8 rosewood toned, cherry wood "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner. Produced by

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cherry

Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner

H 32 in W 22.25 in D 19.63 in

Finn Juhl Attributed Heavy Solid Rosewood Arm Desk Chair New Upholstery Mint!

By Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl attributed heavy solid rosewood arm desk chair new upholstery

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Upholstery

Finn Juhl Attributed Heavy Solid Rosewood Arm Desk Chair New Upholstery Mint!

H 33 in W 25 in D 21 in

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Peoria, AZ

This Spectacular Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack is a Rockstar in Mid Century Collector

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Vintage 1950s Montenegrin Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Rosewood

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s

H 13 in W 20 in D 17 in

Outstanding Finn Juhl Rosewood and Silver Inlay "Judas" Dining Table, Restored

By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder

Located in South Bend, IN

-matched Brazilian rosewood, with round silver inlays, floating on a sculptural base with tapered solid

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Silver

Outstanding Finn Juhl Rosewood and Silver Inlay "Judas" Dining Table, Restored

H 28.25 in W 114.5 in D 47.25 in

1970s Danish Teak AP29 “Papa Bear” Ottoman Stool by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen

Located in Victoria, BC

We are excited to offer a highly sought after stool for the iconic Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

1970s Danish Teak AP29 “Papa Bear” Ottoman Stool by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen

H 16 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in

Henrik Worts Erik Worts Danish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Table & Chairs

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Rare Mid-Century Modern dining table and eight dining chairs with black

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Henrik Worts Erik Worts Danish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Table & Chairs

H 30 in W 104 in D 40 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair and Foot Stool

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair and Foot Stool by Illum Wikkelso, 1960’s. Black leather

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair and Foot Stool

H 36 in W 30 in D 38 in

Very Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchair Model "Australia"

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Paris, FR

rosewood and wool fabric - good original condition, loose seat cushion. Rosewood structure in good

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Very Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchair Model "Australia"

H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in

1960s Authentic Teak AP29 Papa Bear Ottoman Stool for AP Stolen

Located in Victoria, BC

We are excited to offer a highly sought after stool for the iconic Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

1960s Authentic Teak AP29 Papa Bear Ottoman Stool for AP Stolen

H 16 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in

Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL

material he worked with (mostly rosewood and teak). The Illum Wikkelsø Capella chair is a good example

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s

H 28.75 in W 29.14 in D 26.38 in

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Mahogany Armchair with French Wicker

By Bernt Petersen

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

proportions of the chair ensure high comfort while using it. Simple lines, natural materials, light colors of

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Mahogany

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Mahogany Armchair with French Wicker

H 38.19 in W 25.2 in D 27.96 in

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

enveloping range of grays; they serve Majorelle in calm and deliberately monochrome compositions. Rosewood

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Desk Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty - Attributed Louis Majorelle - 1900

H 45.67 in W 22.84 in D 35.83 in

Candy Maker in Crystal and Enamel, 19th Century

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

and rosewood were popular and much furniture was japanned black, decorated with gilded lines and

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Candy Maker in Crystal and Enamel, 19th Century

H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in

Two "AP62" Lounge Chairs in Rosewood by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

A pair of beautiful Danish 1960s "AP-62" lounge chairs by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Two "AP62" Lounge Chairs in Rosewood by Hans Wegner

H 26.78 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

1960s High Back Lounge Chair in Rosewood by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

A Danish 1960s "AP-62" high back lounge chair by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen. The solid

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

1960s High Back Lounge Chair in Rosewood by Hans Wegner

H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Papa Bear in Rosewood, Teak and Sheepskin

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner. Pair of Papa Bear easy chairs. Rosewood nails sides, Teak legs, back and loose

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Rosewood, Sheepskin

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Papa Bear in Rosewood, Teak and Sheepskin

H 38.19 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in

Papa Bear Chair, First Production in Rosewood, 1951-1952

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, DK

previous owner. The chair is made on order by Hans Wegner himself while working for Johannes Hansen

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather, Upholstery

Papa Bear Chair, First Production in Rosewood, 1951-1952

Six Rare Danish Dining Chairs In Rosewood

By Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl

Located in Sittard, NL

6 very good looking dining chairs in rosewood. Seat made from thick leather straps. Very good

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Six Rare Danish Dining Chairs In Rosewood

H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in

20th Century Scandinavian Design Lounger in Rosewood

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

The papa bear in rosewood including stool in rosewood. AP 19 and AP 29. Design Hans Wegner

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

20th Century Scandinavian Design Lounger in Rosewood

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H 38.59 in D 35.44 in

Danish Leather High Back Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair of Danish high back lounge chairs with original leather. Tufted cushions. Rosewood legs.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Leather High Back Chairs

H 41 in W 33 in D 35 in

Large Brutalist Midcentury Rosewood and Leather 'Ox' Lounge Chair, 1960s

By Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

eye catcher in any home. The listed lounge chair is executed in a solid Jacaranda Rosewood frame

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Large Brutalist Midcentury Rosewood and Leather 'Ox' Lounge Chair, 1960s

H 33.86 in W 38.19 in D 33.86 in

Palle Suenson Pair of Rosewood and Leather Side Chairs by I.C.A. Jensen, 1939

By Palle Suenson, I.C.A. Jensen

Located in Vejle, DK

Palle Suenson pair of rare rosewood and leather side chairs by I.C.A. Jensen, 1939. Nailed leather

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Palle Suenson Pair of Rosewood and Leather Side Chairs by I.C.A. Jensen, 1939

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 29.53 in

Papa Bear lounge chair model 91 designed by Svend, 1950s. Green wool upholstery

By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper

Located in Copenhagen, DK

This beautiful Papa Bear lounge chair has a very comfortable, deep seating experience. The frame is

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood, Teak

Papa Bear lounge chair model 91 designed by Svend, 1950s. Green wool upholstery

H 38.98 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in

Eight Arne Vodder Dining Chairs with Cognac Alcantara

By Arne Vodder

Located in Porto, PT

. This set of 8 chairs is executed in original cognac alcantara and rosewood, designed by the Danish

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Eight Arne Vodder Dining Chairs with Cognac Alcantara

H 36.23 in W 25.2 in D 25.6 in

1960s Brown Walnut Frame and Upholstery Seat Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Rocking chair with brown walnut frame designed by famous Ib Kofod-Larsen. This lounge chair comes

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1960s Brown Walnut Frame and Upholstery Seat Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

H 35.44 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in

Arne Vodder Dining Chairs with Cognac Alcantara

By Arne Vodder

Located in Porto, PT

Arne Vodder for Sibast, armchairs model 431, rosewood and natural colored leather, Denmark, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Arne Vodder Dining Chairs with Cognac Alcantara

H 36.23 in W 25.2 in D 25.6 in

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

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

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

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

H 39 in W 35 in D 36 in

Robert Heritage Rosewood Dining Suite

By Robert Heritage

Located in Arundel, GB

growing popular Danish designs being imported. I have a Further 8 chairs with a Rosewood Highboard and

Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Robert Heritage Rosewood Dining Suite

H 27.96 in Dm 47.25 in

Rosewood Square Dining Table Commissioned by Illums Bolighus

By Illums Bolighus

Located in Houston, TX

opened. The table is styled with our set of ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen as well as the two Hans Wegner

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Square Dining Table Commissioned by Illums Bolighus

H 28.5 in W 47.75 in D 47.75 in

Danish Solid Cherrywood Dining Table with Two Extension Leaves

By Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl

Located in London, GB

the 1990s. This reminds me of the 1950s "hunting" tables by Mogensen and Wegner. The table has two

Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Danish Solid Cherrywood Dining Table with Two Extension Leaves

H 16.54 in W 96.46 in D 37.41 in

PD60 Solid Rosewood Dining Table

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in London, GB

. In 2006, Paere Dansk observed that vintage Danish chairs by Hans Wegner, NO Moller, Finn Juhl, Helge

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood

PD60 Solid Rosewood Dining Table

H 28.75 in W 114.97 in D 37.41 in

Seating Under $2,000

Antique and Vintage Seating

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Wegner Rosewood Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic wegner rosewood chair available at 1stDibs. A wegner rosewood chair — often made from rosewood, wood and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the wegner rosewood chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A wegner rosewood chair, designed in the Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wegner rosewood chair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Fritz Hansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Wegner Rosewood Chair?

Prices for a wegner rosewood chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $900 and can go as high as $76,000, while the average can fetch as much as $12,000.

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Questions About Wegner Rosewood Chair

How do I identify a Hans Wegner chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To identify a Hans Wegner chair, look for hallmarks of his style. Most joints feature mortise and tenon construction, and armrests and seat supports are often hand-sculpted. Nearly all of his chair frames are solid wood. A piece fashioned out of wood composites is unlikely to be genuine. Find a collection of expertly vetted Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
What is the history of the Wegner Shell chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
Is the Wegner shell chair comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
Are Hans Wegner chairs comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Whether or not Hans Wegner chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. The Danish furniture designer did design his pieces with functionality in mind, striving to craft chairs that users would enjoy sitting in. Many of his chairs built upon traditional designs, such as the Peacock chair inspired by the classic Windsor chair. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Hans Wegner chairs.
How do I cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair’s seat?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.
What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.

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