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Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

Family-owned since its inception, Carl Hansen & Søn has been one of the most prestigious furniture manufacturers in Denmark for more than a century. The firm has produced timeless masterpieces of Scandinavian modernism by iconic designers Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Børge Mogensen and others.

In 1908, cabinetmaker Carl Hansen opened his first small workshop near Odense, Denmark, where he created furniture by hand in the preferred Victorian style of the times. Hansen expanded his operations by 1915 due to high demand. The larger factory allowed room for more modern machinery and a staff of many journeymen who produced a small series of their most popular pieces, including coffee tables, cabinets and sculptural, inviting armchairs. The firm became known for marrying the finest handmade craftsmanship with efficient production processes.

The Great Depression of the 1930s saw worldwide furniture sales plummet, and many furniture manufacturers were forced to shutter their workshops. At the age of 23, furniture maker Carl Hansen’s youngest son, Holger, took control of his father’s factory and piloted it through the era’s uncertain waters.

Holger Hansen’s youthful enthusiasm, innovative spirit, and intuitive business savvy kept their company afloat. He believed in the quality of the firm’s work and the cutting-edge designs that were produced at its factory, which emerged from modest beginnings to become a pivotal piece of the history of Danish furniture.

Owing to Holger’s leadership, Carl Hansen & Søn emerged from the Great Depression and entered into creative alliances with many acclaimed Danish masters of mid-century design, including Kaare Klint, Børge Mogensen, Arne Jacobsen, Ole Wanscher, Frits Henningsen and Poul Kjærholm.

None of these partnerships proved as prolific as their relationship with Hans Wegner, however. In 1949, the cabinetmaker moved to Denmark’s Funen Island and was staying in Holger’s family home, as the then-Carl Hansen CEO had commissioned Wegner to create a chair for the company that was similar to his popular China chair of 1944.

Wegner began to work closely with the company’s craftsmen and devised a streamlined chair with a Y-shaped back and woven paper-cord seat. The legendary Wishbone chair, which still involves nearly 100 processes and takes weeks to make, has been in continuous production since its 1950 debut.

Carl Hansen & Søn has manufactured some of the most extraordinary chairs, sofas and lounge chairs for living room relaxation in the history of design. Their dining room tables and chairs run the gamut in style and functionality, from everyday comfort to elegant entertaining. The company’s impressive roster of contemporary designers includes renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando, the Vienna-based design firm EOOS and celebrated American industrial designer Brad Ascalon. They remain the world’s largest producer of Wegner’s furniture and still enjoy a collaborative relationship with the Hans J. Wegner Studio.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Carl Hansen & Søn chairs, tables, case pieces and other furniture.

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Creator: Carl Hansen & Søn
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Oak and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
By Arne Jacobsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Oak and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Leather, Oak

Poul Kjærholm 'PK52A' Student Desk with Drawer in Black for Carl Hansen & Son
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK52A' Student Desk with Drawer in Black for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
By Arne Jacobsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk in Oiled Walnut and Leather for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood, Walnut

Hans J Wegner 'CH110' Desk in Walnut Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH110' Desk in Walnut Oil for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk with Lamp in Walnut & Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
By Arne Jacobsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk with Lamp in Walnut & Leather for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood, Walnut

Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk with Lamp in Oiled Oak & Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
By Arne Jacobsen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ52' Desk with Lamp in Oiled Oak & Leather for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Wood, Oak

Hans J Wegner 'CH110' Desk in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH110' Desk in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, comf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK52' Professor Desk in Oiled Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK52' Professor Desk in Oiled Oak for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK52' Professor Desk in Black Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK52' Professor Desk in Black Oak for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

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Carl Hansen & Søn desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Carl Hansen & Søn desks and writing tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Carl Hansen & Søn desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables by Carl Hansen & Søn were created in the modern style in scandinavia during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desks and writing tables by and Finn Juhl. Prices for Carl Hansen & Søn desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,760 and can go as high as $20,920, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,940.
Questions About Carl Hansen & Søn Desks and Writing Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Carl Hansen is famous for his work as a furniture maker. In 1908, the cabinetmaker opened his first small workshop near Odense, Denmark, where he created furniture by hand in the Victorian style. Later, Carl Hansen & Søn would become one of the most prestigious furniture manufacturers in Denmark. The firm has produced timeless masterpieces of Scandinavian modernism by iconic designers including Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Børge Mogensen. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Carl Hansen furniture.

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