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Hans Wegner Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son, Ch07 Oak Finish
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son circa 2006 White Oak, suede leather
Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
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

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

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

Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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

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 Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Anniversary Rosewood Shell Chair. Design dates to 1963 and this limited
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

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
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
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

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
Listed for sale is a CH07 Shell Chair, made with a white veneer frame and red patterned fabric
Category

2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Beech, Fabric

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

Sculptural Enameled Steel Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Sculptural Enameled Steel Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner Introducing a striking pair of
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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

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

The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A laminated rare Hans Wegner Orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.
Category

Early 2000s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Laminate

Iconic Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish wooden shell armchair CH07 by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 2000s
By Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish wooden shell armchair CH07 by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 2000s Shell armchair mod
Category

Early 2000s Danish Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

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

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 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

Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Pair of Shell Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
H 27.75 in W 24.75 in D 24.5 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 Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Hans Wegnar Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
H 29.25 in W 36.25 in D 32.75 in
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

Teak, Beech

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs Designed in 1948 and Produced by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Beech

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
H 28 in W 27.5 in D 24 in
Hans Wegner Shell Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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
Hans Wegner Shell Chair
H 29 in W 36 in D 32.5 in
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
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

Pair of Hans J. Wegner Shell Chairs model FH 1936, circa 1950
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning pair of Hans J. Wegner Shell Chairs model FH 1936, manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Hans J Wegner Shell Chair, Model Fh1936, Made by Fritz Hansen, Design, 1948
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner shell chair, model FH1936, made by Fritz Hansen, design 1948. This iconic chair
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak, Beech

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 Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
H 27.5 in W 27.25 in D 24 in
Hans Wegner "Shell" Chair Model FH-1936
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Shell" chair designed in 1948 and produced by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

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
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Shell Chairs
H 28 in W 23.5 in D 18 in
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

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
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
H 29.14 in W 36.23 in L 29.14 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 Chair by Hans Wegner
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner
H 30 in W 36 in D 28 in
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

Highback Easy Chair with Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner, circa 1980
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
chairs, many of which—such as the Hans Wegner Wishbone Chair, Wegner Wing Chair, and Wegner Shell Chair
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash, Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Ge290 Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
which such as the Hans Wegner Wishbone chair, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair are
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Ge290 Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1950
Hans J. Wegner Ge290 Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1950
H 35.83 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Sawbuck Easy Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, circa 1951
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
chairs, many of which such as the Hans Wegner Wishbone chair, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Sawbuck Easy Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, circa 1951
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, many of which such as the Hans Wegner Wishbone chair, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair are
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner "China Chair" for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1980
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
as the Hans Wegner Wishbone chair, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair are internationally
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Set of Four CH29 Sawbuck Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair are internationally recognized classics. Hans Wegner’s furniture
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Sofa for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, Wegner wing chair and Wegner Shell chair are internationally recognized classics. Hans Wegner’s furniture
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Sofa for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950
Hans J. Wegner Sofa for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950
H 27.96 in W 71.66 in D 32.29 in
Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Table for Andreas Tuck in Denmark, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, Wegner wing chair and Wegner shell chair are internationally recognized classics. Hans Wegner’s furniture
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

FH4602 Dining Table by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
chair and Wegner shell chair are internationally recognized classics. Hans Wegner’s furniture unites
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Teak

Daybed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wegner shell chair are internationally recognized classics. Hans Wegner’s furniture unites form and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Rush, Oak

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

Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
Hans Wegner Shell Back Chairs
H 28 in W 27.5 in D 25 in
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
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

Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner
Pair of Shell Chairs by Hans Wegner
H 29.75 in W 35.75 in D 34 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

Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH
Hans Wegner Teak Shell Chair FH
H 28 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 07 - Shell chair in moulded, black glazed ash and black leather. Designed in 1963. 5 in stock
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash

CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
CH 07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 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 Settee
Hans Wegner Shell Settee
H 27.5 in W 50 in D 22 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

Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair
Hans J. Wegner FH 1936 Shell Chair
H 27.56 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 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

Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen
H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in
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

Original CH07 Shell chair Carl Hansen & Son Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful CH07 Shell Chair by Carl Hansen & Son for sale. The design was created
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair, 2000s
By Carl Martin-Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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

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

Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner
Pair of Shell Chairs in Maple by Hans J. Wegner
H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in
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Wegner Shell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wegner shell chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every wegner shell chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a wegner shell chair, we have 37 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wegner shell chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A wegner shell chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wegner shell chair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn and Fritz Hansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Wegner Shell Chair?

The average selling price for a wegner shell chair at 1stDibs is $5,089, while they’re typically $1,840 on the low end and $24,500 for the highest priced.

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