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.
2023 Carl Hansen CH339 Dining Table by Hans Wegner in Oak White Oil 115 x 240 cm
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH339 dining table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. This example was produced circa 2023. It is meant to accommodate two leaves, thoug...
Oak
2023 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH339 Dining Table in White Oak Oil 94x45 in
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH339 Dining Table made with a solid oak frame with what appears to be an white oiled oak top. This table was designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark...
Wood
2019 Carl Hansen Straight Dining Table / Desk by Christina Strand & Niels Hvass
By Carl Hansen, Niels Hvass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a SH710 Straight Table made with a solid oak frame and white laminate top. The table designed by Strand and Hvass, produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, dates to ci...
Laminate, Oak
Hans J. Wegner PP75 Extendable Dining Table in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Iconic PP75 dining table by Hans J. Wegner, crafted in solid oak. This timeless design exemplifies Wegner’s mastery of form, function, and craftsmanship, combining understated elegan...
Oak
Poul Kjærholm PK52 Professor Desk Oak Oil Black Steel for Carl Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The PK52 Professor Desk was designed by Poul Kjærholm for the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Versatile and slender, the desk established Kjærholm’s reputation for uniting the bes...
Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK52 Professor Desk Black Oak Black Steel for Carl Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Carl Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The PK52 Professor Desk was designed by Poul Kjærholm for the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Versatile and slender, the desk established Kjærholm’s reputation for uniting the bes...
Steel
2023 Carl Hansen BM1160 Hunting Table by Borge Mogensen Walnut Lacquer Stainless
By Carl Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a BM1160 Hunting Table. This style was originally designed by Borge Mogensen in 1950, and this particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark circa 2023. The table...
Stainless Steel
2010s Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH008 Coffee Table 35" Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single 2010s production CH008 Coffee Table designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark. It appears to be the lacquered...
Oak
2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH008 Coffee Table in Lacquered Walnut
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH008 Coffee Table made with a lacquered solid walnut top and legs. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to circa 2021 and...
Walnut
C. 2020 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH327 Dining Table in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH327 Dining Table, originally designed by Hans Wegner in 1962. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark C. 2020. Th...
Oak
2023 Preludia Bar Table BA102-15060 by Brad Ascalon for Carl Hansen
By Brad Ascalon, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Preludia bar table BA102-15060, originally designed by Brad Ascalon in 2018. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark in 2023 The table is comprised o...
Laminate, Oak
2023 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH327 Dining Table in White Oil Oak 75 inches
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH327 Dining Table made with a solid oak frame and top. The finish appears to be white oiled. This table was designed by Hans Wegner and p...
Oak
2023 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH327 Dining Table in Solid Oak Oil 75x37 in
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH327 Dining Table made with a solid oak frame and top. The finish is oiled. This table was designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark. It dates to circ...
Oak
2021 Hans Wegner Carl Hansen CH415 Side / End Table 21.5 Oak Top Stainless Steel
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH415 Side / End Table made with an oiled oak top and stainless steel legs. The CH415, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, dates to circa 2021 a...
Stainless Steel
2019 Carl Hansen CH336 Extension Dining Table in White Laminate w/ Steel Legs
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH336 Extension Dining Table made with a white laminate top and brushed steel legs. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates t...
Stainless Steel
2023 Carl Hansen CH388 Dining Table in White Laminate
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH388 Dining Table, originally designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark in 2023. The table is comprised of a stain...
Steel
2022 Carl Hansen CH011 Coffee Table in Oak Soap by Hans Wegner Made in Denmark
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH011 Coffee Table Table made of solid oak with a soaped finish. The CH011, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark, dates to circa 2022 and is guara...
Wood
2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH008 Walnut Coffee Table 80cm
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH008 Coffee Table, made with a solid walnut top and legs. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to circa 2021 a...
Walnut
2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH008 Lacquered Walnut 31 x 31 x 21
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH008 coffee table made with a lacquered walnut oak top and legs. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to circa 2021 and i...
Walnut
Poul Kjaerholm PK71 for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of Poul Kjaerholm 'PK 71' nesting tables with steel frame and top of black acrylic. Designed by Kjaerholm in 1957, manufactured by E. Kold Christensen. Marked 'Denmark'...
Dining table MOMENT, Niels Gammelgaard
By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Neuss, NW
Dining table MOMENT by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA from the 1980s. Powder-coated metal frame in matt grey with a frosted glass top. Quality Features: very good workmanship ...
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Round Dining Table PP76 “China Table” in Cherrywood
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Round dining table, model PP76 – also known as the “China Table” – crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood. Originally designed in 1947 as a natural companion to Wegner’s iconi...
Cherry
$9,520 / item
H 28.3 in W 55.7 in D 33.5 in
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...
Steel
$10,500
H 27.5 in Dm 55 in
Poul Kjaerholm PK54 Dining Table with Flint-Rolled Marble Top for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Skokie, IL
Poul Kjaerholm PK 54 dining table with a flint-rolled Cippolino marble top and matte steel base for Fritz Hansen Denmark. As new. This top is no lo...
Marble, Steel
$7,900 / item
H 28.3 in W 74.8 in D 37.4 in
Hans J. Wegner 'CH327' Dining Table in Oak and White Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH327' Dining Table in Oak and White 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, comfort, refinement, and craftsmanship is evident in iconic pieces designed by such legends as Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Kaare Klint, Poul Kjærholm, Vilhelm Lauritzen and others. Now in its third generation as a family run business, Carl Hansen & Son maintains its legacy through skillful work with the highest quality materials, sustainably producing Danish design classics by past icons and influential new designers. Originally designed in 1962 by legendary creator Hans J. Wegner, the 'CH327' table appears to float above the frame courtesy of wonderfully tapered edges which add to this table's appeal. Smooth clean lines express a delicate yet confident piece resulting in an alluring table...
Wood, Oak
$2,045 / item
H 18.9 in W 20.5 in D 13.4 in
Hans J. Wegner 'CH004' Nesting Tables in Oak White Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH004' Nesting Tables in Oak White 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, comfort, refinement, and craftsmanship is evident in iconic pieces designed by such legends as Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Kaare Klint, Poul Kjærholm, Vilhelm Lauritzen and others. Now in its third generation as a family run business, Carl Hansen & Son maintains its legacy through skillful work with the highest quality materials, sustainably producing Danish design classics by past icons and influential new designers. Hans J. Wegner’s iconic 'CH004' Nesting Tables were first launched in 1952. Their lightweight, space-optimized design and classic Wegner minimalism...
Wood, Oak
$12,995
H 28.5 in W 50.5 in D 34 in
Danish Modern AT-304 Dining Table by Hans J. Wegner in Teak and Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional example of Danish modern design, this iconic AT-304 dining table was designed by Hans J. Wegner for master cabinetmaker Andreas Tuck in Denmark, circa 1955. Celebrated...
Brass
PK 53 desk by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 53 - 'Professor's desk' with black angle iron frame and Oregon pine top. Designed in 1957. Poul Kjærholm / Rud. Rasmussen.
Metal
$17,560
H 28.35 in W 28.75 in D 51.19 in
Niels Koefoed Gateleg Dining Table Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare gateleg dining table designed by Niels Koefoed. Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark. Dimensions (W x D x H): 73 ( 196 ) x 130 x 72 cm.
Rosewood
Oval Oak Dining Table Model JH567 by Hans Wegner, 1960's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
Hans J. Wegner oval table model JH567 for Johannes Andersen, extendable dining table solid oak, Denmark, 1950's. The oval tabletop has one additional leaf in or...
Oak
$12,850
H 28.5 in W 94 in D 34 in
Early Hans Wegner Oak Dining Table Model AT-304 by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare and early all oak Hans J. Wegner dining table AT-304 with two drop-leaves, cross-legs and stretchers of brass. Designed by Wegner 1950 and manufactured by cabinetmake...
Brass
Sold
H 28.75 in W 37.75 in D 97.75 in
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH327 Dining Table Oak Oil 97x37in of Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH327 Dining table, originally designed by Hans Wegner in 1962. This particular example was produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark circa 2022....
Oak
Sold
H 28.3 in W 45.3 in D 78.7 in
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH338 Dining Table with Two Leaves in Oiled Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH338 dining table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. This example was produced circa 2022 and is guaranteed as authentic. The piece inc...
Steel
Sold
H 20.9 in Dm 34.7 in
CH008 Oiled Oak Round Coffee Table Hans Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son 1954 Design
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Hudson, NY
CH008 table Design Hans Wegner, 1954 Made in Denmark by Carl Hansen & Son This table is still in production- this specific size currently sells new at Carl Hansen and Sons fo...
Oak
Danish Teak Dining Set by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen, Andreas Tuck
Located in Asaa, DK
This set consists of a Wegner AT 312 dining table made Andreas Tuck. And six CH 29 Wegner dining chair made by Carl Hansen. This beautiful Danish Mid-Century Modern table has a top ...
Oak, Teak