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. 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 Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Børge Mogensen and others.
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.
Family-owned since its inception, 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 chairs, case pieces and other furniture.
Hans J. Wegner wing chair and ottoman in full grain leather, model CH445
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair and ottoman new upholstered with full grain aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Stainless Steel
$8,417Sale Price / set|35% Off
Hans Wegner Vintage Sawbuck Chairs for Carl Hansen CH28 in Oak & Leather, 1951
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An icon of 20th century seating design still celebrated 72 years after its introduction—the Sawbuck chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, 1951. Montaperto Studios is pleased to offer...
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner CH25 Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Renens, CH
The CH25 lounge chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950 for Carl Hansen and Son. It is one of the earliest models in Wegner’s lounge chair series and has remained in continuous ...
Wood
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark circa 2022. The chair measures 36.25 inches wide, has a depth of 32.75 inche...
Cowhide, Wood
$5,072Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Teak and Black Leather CH28 Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Teak Lounge chair has been designed in the 1950s by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known universally as Sawback Chair. It is manufactured by Carl Han...
Leather, Teak
2023 EOOS for Carl Hansen E015 Embrace Lounge Chair in Leather w/ Oak
By Carl Hansen, EOOS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an E015 Embrace Lounge Chair with a black solid oak frame and black leather upholstery. The chair was designed by EOOS and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. It date...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Wing Chair in Orange Velvet like Fabric OX
By Carl Hansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of stunning mint condition wing chairs by Hans Werner for Carl Hansen. The chair shares the OX chair base and it is similar to OX chair angles with o...
Velvet
Hans J. Wegner wing chair in original leather, model CH445
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair original upholsterd with aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Stainless Steel
2022 CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1960. These particular pieces were produced in Denmark in 2022. The chairs are comprised of...
Steel
C. 2020 Pair of Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Lounge Chairs in Oak with Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH44 Ladderback Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1951. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2020. They are comp...
Oak, Fabric, Foam
Hans J. Wegner wing chair in full grain leather, model CH445
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair new upholstered with full grain aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen. Price per chair
Stainless Steel
2022 Borge Mogensen for Carl Hansen BM5568 Deck Lounge Chair in Teak Untreated
By Carl Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are four BM5568 deck chairs (sold individually) made of solid teak wood. The chair was designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. It da...
Teak
2021 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair in White & Red by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH07 Shell Chair, made with a white veneer frame and red patterned fabric cushion. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmar...
Foam, Beech, Fabric
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH468 Oculus Chair For Reupholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1960. This particular piece was produced in Denmark in 2022. The chair is comprised of a so...
Steel
Midcentury Ch-22 Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury CH-22 lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen and Son in Denmark circa 1950s. This fantastic lounge chair features a dark oak frame and is new...
Leather, Oak
C. 2021 Carl Hansen CH71 Lounge Chair in Divina Melange with Oak Soap MINT
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This CH71 Lounge Chair is made with a solid oak frame with grey felted wool fabric. The chair was designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. It dates circa...
Fabric, Wood
2021 Carl Hansen CH71 by Hans Wegner in Cognac Leather and Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This CH71 Lounge Chair was produced in 2021. It was masterfully reupholstered in full grain Italian tan / cognac leather in 2023 and the frame appears to be lacquered oak. The chair ...
Leather, Wood
2024 Carl Hansen FK11 Folding Adjustable Lounge Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm
By Carl Hansen, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a FK11 folding adjustable lounge chair, originally designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm in 1963. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denm...
Steel
1980s Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH-52 Lounge Chair in Beech and Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH-52 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner in 1965. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark and dates to the 1980s. The chair is comprise...
Foam, Fabric
$5,400
H 28 in W 28 in D 23 in
1951 HANS WEGNER Lounge chair, model no. CH-22 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1951 HANS J. WEGNER Lounge Chair, model no. CH-22 manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Oak frame with rush seat. Underside of arm branded with designer. In good vintage condi...
Rush, Oak
Hans Wegner Carl Hansen & Son CH07 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in New York, NY
It is not an overstatement to describe this chair as iconic, the Hans Wegner model CH07 has firmly established its position in the hierarchy of 20th century design. This example was ...
Upholstery, Plywood
Hans Wegner CH-27 Chair, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A CH-27 chair designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950s. Stamped with makers mark. The cane on seat has been professionally restored. Very good condition and ready...
Rattan, Oak
$7,147
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
CH25 Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Oak & Papercord, Mid-Century
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950, the CH25 lounge chair is a landmark in Danish furniture design. As one of the first four chairs he created for Carl Hansen & Søn, it stood out for...
Papercord, Oak
$2,739 / 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 was sold in very low numbers, and because of this when the world became aware of the...
Leather, Oak, Walnut, Plywood
$1,800
H 33 in W 24 in D 22 in
Studio Eoos model e005 Embrace chair for Carl Hansen & Son Denmark, 2015
By EOOS, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Skokie, IL
The Embrace Chair fuses a wooden structure and soft upholstery to create an elegant dining chair that is so expressive that it can function as a stand-alone piece as well. The chair...
Steel
$6,955 / item
H 28.7 in W 27.9 in D 28.7 in
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Walnut, Papercord, Wood
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Oculus Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Oculus chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen. Likely made in the early 2000’s. The chair is exceptionally comfortable. It is labeled on the underside....
Steel
Hans Wegner CH28 Wood Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Hans Wegner CH28 all wood armchair, 1950s.
Wood
$4,327
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 26.78 in
Hans Wegner CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair Danish Modern Icon by Carl Hansen & Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair Danish Modern Icon by Carl Hansen & Søn Presenting an exceptional example of the CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 ...
Oak, Leather
$6,085 / item
H 28.7 in W 27.9 in D 28.7 in
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Chair in Oak, Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Chair in Oak, Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Papercord, Wood, Oak
$4,429
H 29.14 in W 36.23 in D 32.68 in
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 wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &Son. Good condition , some light scratches The CH07 Shell...
Leather, Wood
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 and laminated wood with leather seats and backs, "C...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Hans J. Wegner wing chair and ottoman in full grain leather, model CH445
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair and ottoman new upholstered with full grain aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Oak and Woven Papercord CH25 Chair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hudson, NY
This is an oiled oak and papercord Hans Wegner Model CH25 Lounge chair. Excellent and comfortable. Solid handmake construction. Still being produ...
Papercord, Oak
Sawbuck Chair, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Model CH28, “Sawbuck” Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, 1951. The chair features a simple and elegant design, with a distinctive X-s...
Leather, Teak
Hans J. Wegner wing chair in original leather, model CH445
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair original upholsterd with aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 29 in W 32.7 in D 36.2 in
Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Denmark CH07 Shell Lounge Chairs Lacquered Oak
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of (sold separately) CH07 shell chairs in lacquered oak with wool fabric seats, designed by Hans Wegner and crafted by Carl Han...
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner wing chair in full grain leather, model CH445
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / wing chair new upholstered with full grain aniline leather. Frame of brushed steel. Model CH448, made by Carl Hansen
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair in Beech, Leather, 1960's
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner Lounge chair with frame of solid beech. With boat cord in the seat. New upholstered with with aniline leather details. Model CH3, made by Carl Hansen. Rarely seen ...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Pair of Sawbuck Chairs, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Model CH28, “Sawbuck” Danish lounge chairs designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, 1951. The chair features a simple and elegant design, with a distinctive X-...
Leather, Teak
The Sawbuck Chair, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Model CH28, “Sawbuck” chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, 1951. The chair features a simple and elegant design, with a distinctive X-shaped frame th...
Leather, Oak, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Scandinavian Oak and Black Leather CH28 Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Lounge chair has been designed in the 1950s by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and known universally as Sawback Chair. It is...
Leather, Oak
Pair of Hans Wegner CH-27 Oak and Cane Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
These chairs are a highly collectible 1951 design by Hans Wegner and made by Carl Hansen. The pair of Danish modern chairs are striking organic forms of solid oak and voids through which a beautiful cane seat and back are woven. The chairs are in all original condition with only minor wear to the cane - only a few strands are broken and these do not affect the overall integrity of the seat and back. It is rare to find a pair of original Hans Wegner cane chairs...
Cane, Oak