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Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair

Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stamford, CT

cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, 1951.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

$4,960Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.25 in W 26.75 in D 24 in

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Shell chair by Hans Wegner in laminated walnut seat and back and solid beech wood frame. It has

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s
The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A laminated orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for  Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for  Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960

Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Paris, IDF

Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair
Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair

Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Houston, TX

Iconic 20th century Hans Wegner cream lacquer and leather shell chair. This stunning Hans Wegner

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

A "Shell" series side table by Hans J Wegner for Fritz Hansen
A "Shell" series side table by Hans J Wegner for Fritz Hansen

A "Shell" series side table by Hans J Wegner for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

A 'Shell' series side table by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, featuring a laminated walnut

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Walnut

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

$2,687 / item

H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

When Hans J. Wegner designed this chair in 1963 it was a little too radical for the public and it

Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut, Plywood

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

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 Rosewood Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s

Category

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

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark
2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark

2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark

By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

cushion. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates circa 2021

Category

2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Beech, Fabric

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s

Category

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

Materials

Oak, Cowhide

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s

Category

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

Materials

Walnut, Leather

2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner

2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in

Category

2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Wood

Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather
Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather

Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather

By Knoll, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in San Diego, CA

Hans Wegner's Shell Chair, all products of the same extraordinary creative moment in design history

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

$2,600 / set

H 31 in W 35 in D 29.5 in

Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With a unique sleek design, this pair of vintage chairs styled after Hans Wegner is sure to stand

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Tripod Shell Armchair, Europe, ca 1960s
Mid-Century Tripod Shell Armchair, Europe, ca 1960s

Mid-Century Tripod Shell Armchair, Europe, ca 1960s

$7,700

H 26.58 in W 27.17 in D 28.75 in

Mid-Century Tripod Shell Armchair, Europe, ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

even in the 1960s, Hans J. Wegner’s Shell Chair designed in 1963 being the most well-known example. The

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Hans Wegner Shell Settee
Hans Wegner Shell Settee

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 50 in D 22 in

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Danish settee, designed by Hans J Wegner (1914-2007) for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1952. This amazing

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950
Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Hans Wegner shell settee Model 1935 by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1950 Hans J Wegner shell settee

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans  Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950
Hans  Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 Fritz Hansen 1950

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Hans Wegner Shell Settee Model 1935 & Shell Chair Model 1936 by Fritz Hansen 1950 Hans J Wegner

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950
Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen Midcentury Danish, 1950

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Hans Wegner shell chair Model FH 1936 for Fritz Hansen midcentury Danish, circa 1950 Hans J Wegner

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

Unavailable

H 27.75 in W 24.75 in D 24.5 in

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Teak shell back and seat on a beech

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Beech

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). Shell chair / Model FH-1936. Easy chair with beech frame and moulded

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Rare Danish Modern "Shell" Settee Designed by Hans Wegner
Rare Danish Modern "Shell" Settee Designed by Hans Wegner

Rare Danish Modern "Shell" Settee Designed by Hans Wegner

Unavailable

H 27.25 in W 49.75 in D 24 in

Rare Danish Modern "Shell" Settee Designed by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Portland, OR

Danish modern "Shell" settee designed by Hans Wegner. Extremely rare and coveted

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Unavailable

H 29.25 in W 36.25 in D 32.75 in

Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Chicago, IL

Hans Wegnar shell chair for Carl Hansen, 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964
Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964

Hans J. Wegner, Shell Chair Mod CH07 by Carl Hansen & Sön, Denmark, 1964

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Basel, BS

Indulge in the ultimate in elegance and luxury with this iconic Hans J. Wegner lounge chair

Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Hans Wegner Shell Settee
Hans Wegner Shell Settee

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

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H 27.5 in W 50 in D 22 in

Hans Wegner Shell Settee

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare Hans Wegner shell settee for Fritz Hansen, excellent vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Oak

Hans Wegner Shell Back Armchair
Hans Wegner Shell Back Armchair

Hans Wegner Shell Back Armchair

Located in San Francisco, CA

Simply beautiful Hans Wegner shell back armchair. Made from teak and oak with original rush seat.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Oak

Hans Wegner Shell Chair
Hans Wegner Shell Chair

Hans Wegner Shell Chair

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H 29 in W 36 in D 32.5 in

Hans Wegner Shell Chair

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner shell chair, model CH 07. Originally designed in 1963 this chair finally went into

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006
Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006

Hans Wegner Shell Chair Model CH07 for Carl Hansen 2006

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner shell chair, Model CH07 for Carl Hansen. Design dates to early 1960's. Carl Hansen

Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen
a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen

a pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs Fritz Hansen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A nice pair of Hans Wegner shell chairs. Beech frames with teak veneer seats and backs. An unusual

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

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H 28 in W 27.5 in D 25 in

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Wonderful pair of shell back chairs by Hans Wegner. Original seat cording in great condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

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H 27.5 in W 27.25 in D 24 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of shell chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Each underside stamped

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Armchairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Armchairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Armchairs

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H 28 in W 27 in D 24 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Armchairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Pair of wood and cane "Shell" armchairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Mobelfabrik . Denmark

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

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H 28 in W 23.5 in D 18 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of CH22 shell chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Each marked under an arm. Despite some minor

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Early Hans Wegner "Shell" Settee
Early Hans Wegner "Shell" Settee

Early Hans Wegner "Shell" Settee

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H 27.5 in W 48 in D 26 in

Early Hans Wegner "Shell" Settee

Located in Los Angeles, CA

early hans wegner 2-toned "shell" settee from the 1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas

Materials

Wood

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

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H 28 in W 27 in D 23 in

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner design for Carl Hanson & Sons, Denmark. Completely refinished with new danish cord

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair
Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in L 29.14 in

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Paris, FR

The CH07 shell chair was created in 1963 by the Danish designer Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). It is

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair
Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in L 29.14 in

Late 20th Century Hans Wegner, Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Paris, FR

The CH07 shell chair was created in 1963 by the Danish designer Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). It is

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Hans Wegner shell settee Fritz Hansen Denmark
Hans Wegner shell settee Fritz Hansen Denmark

Hans Wegner shell settee Fritz Hansen Denmark

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H 27.56 in W 48.04 in D 25.2 in

Hans Wegner shell settee Fritz Hansen Denmark

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Fantastic Danish settee, designed by Hans J Wegner (1914-2007) for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1952. This

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Benches

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner, Shell Chair FH-1936 for Fritz Hansen
Hans Wegner, Shell Chair FH-1936 for Fritz Hansen

Hans Wegner, Shell Chair FH-1936 for Fritz Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Belmont, MA

Shell lounge chair by Hans Wegner model FH-1936 for Fritz Hansen. Laminated teak back and seat and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Sofa Model 1935 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
Hans Wegner Shell Sofa Model 1935 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

Hans Wegner Shell Sofa Model 1935 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare shell sofa model 1935 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Teak

Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

Hans Wegner Shell Easy Chair Model 1936 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare shell easy chair model 1936 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Teak

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

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H 30 in W 36 in D 28 in

Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare Shell chair by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1963. When several of Wegner's Shell chairs appear

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs

shell settee by Hans Wegner
shell settee by Hans Wegner

shell settee by Hans Wegner

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H 27.5 in W 50 in D 22 in

shell settee by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A bench with a laminated teak back and seat and a beech frame. Designed by Hans Wegner, made by

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Settees

Materials

Teak, Maple

Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair
Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair

Hans Wegner Molded Walnut Plywood Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hans Wegner molded walnut plywood shell chair model CH07. Design dates to 1963, reintroduced in the

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner
Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner

Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner

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H 29.75 in W 35.75 in D 34 in

Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Dallas, TX

release in the 1990s. Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen. Priced and sold individually.

Category

Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

. Hans J. Wegner / Carl Hansen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH
Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

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H 28 in W 26.5 in D 24 in

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Model FH-1936. Originally purchased

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

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H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Model: FH 1936 Seat and back of laminated walnut

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair
Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

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H 27.56 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair in laminated teak and beech designed by Hans J. Wegner. Maker Fritz Hansen.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner
Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of CH 07 - Shell chairs in bent maple and upholstered in green wool. Designed in 1963. Hans J

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

Shell Chair and Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Shell Chair and Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

Shell Chair and Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Shell chair and sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen. Laminated teak & solid beech. Nice

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair
Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair

Hans J. Wegner Red CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs, originally designed 1963, painted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"
Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"

Hans Wegner Molded Shell Chair Model CH07 "Smiling Chair"

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sometimes called the "Smiling Chair" Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen 1963 chair, Model CH07. Floating

Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948
Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948

Shell Chairs FH-1936 Designed by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1948

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stockholm, SE

Noritsu Oda, 'Hans J. Wegner’s 100 chairs', discussed and reproduced p. 33.  

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood, Walnut

Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner
Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner

Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Berlin, DE

by Hans J Wegner and impresses with its organic shape, comfortable seat and timeless elegance. Hans J

Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

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H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Martin-Hansen

Located in Renens, CH

The CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner was originally designed in the early 1960s, but only with a

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963
Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963

Mid-Century Shell Lounge Chair in the Style of Hans J. Wegner, Around 1963

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Berlin, DE

This beautiful Mid Century Lounge Chair was made in the 1960s. It is in the Style of Hans J. Wegner

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak
Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak

Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

seats, designed by Hans Wegner and crafted by Carl Hansen and Sons in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Oak

Hans Jørgen Wegner FH 1936 shell sofa in beech, Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Hans Jørgen Wegner FH 1936 shell sofa in beech, Fritz Hansen, 1950s

Hans Jørgen Wegner FH 1936 shell sofa in beech, Fritz Hansen, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

This shell sofa, model FH 1936, was designed by Hans Jørgen Wegner and produced by Fritz Hansen in

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

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Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948
Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948

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"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s
"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s

"Shell Chair, " CH07, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, circa 1990s

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the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner
the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

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the Shell Chair by Hans Wegner

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cushions. Designed by Hans Wegner made by Carl Hansen. Also available in white lacquer.

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the Shell Settee by Hans Wegner
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Hans J. Wegner Fh 1936 Shell Chair in Beach and Teak Wood for Fritz Hansen, 1950
Hans J. Wegner Fh 1936 Shell Chair in Beach and Teak Wood for Fritz Hansen, 1950

Hans J. Wegner Fh 1936 Shell Chair in Beach and Teak Wood for Fritz Hansen, 1950

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he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007
he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007

he shell chair model CH07, designed by Hans J. Wegner, made of oak from 2007

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Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair
Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair

Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair

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the Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
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A laminated rare Hans Wegner Orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.

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Hans Wegner Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the hans wegner shell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and fabric, every hans wegner shell was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the hans wegner shell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each hans wegner shell bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one hans wegner shell that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn and Carl Hansen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Hans Wegner Shell?

The average selling price for a hans wegner shell at 1stDibs is $4,127, while they’re typically $1,240 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.

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Questions About Hans Wegner Shell
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.