GETAMA

The story of how GETAMA got its name is perhaps as unique as the range of subdued but sophisticated Scandinavian modern furniture for which the manufacturer is known (thanks to a partnership with Hans Wegner).

In the late 1890s in the Danish town of Gedsted, a young cabinetmaker by the name of Carl Pedersen opted to use seaweed — rather than the traditional heather or straw — as mattress stuffing. Pedersen named his new factory Gedsted Tang-og Madrasfabrik (the “Gedsted Seaweed and Mattress Factory”), which he abbreviated to GETAMA. Seaweed’s fire-retardant properties make it an excellent and safe upholstery material for mattresses, chairs and sofas. Pedersen leveraged this quality as a selling point — the abundance of seaweed on the shores of Denmark and its weightlessness added to its appeal as an economical but durable upholstery filling for all kinds of furnishings. The crowning quality was its softness.

GETAMA’s seaweed mattresses proved so popular for their comfort and durability that Pedersen had to expand into a larger factory within the first year. He felt almost obligated to launch a line of bedroom furniture to accompany his much-loved mattresses.

The working relationship established in 1959 between Hans Wegner and GETAMA afforded the company the opportunity to break into the international market. Wegner — a legendary Danish carpenter and furniture designer revered by mid-century modern collectors everywhere — became one of the brand’s principal designers and often spent a great deal of time at the factory — refining and adjusting each new piece until he felt satisfied that it was ready for production. For decades, Wegner’s impressive contributions to GETAMA’s daybeds, lounge chairs, sofas and dining room tables became the backbone of the company’s sales.

Over the years, other designers entered into working agreements with GETAMA, including Nissen & Gehl, OM Design, 2R Design, Blum and Balle, and Jørgen Gammelgaard. Copenhagen native Nanna Ditzel, a Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts alum who trained under Kaare Klint, designed GETAMA’s Mondial coffee table. Alongside her husband, Jørgen Ditzel, she also created the sensuously curvy and wildly popular Ring chair.

Today, the sleek modern furniture that GETAMA manufactures is still inclusive of their lauded mattresses.

On 1stDibs, find vintage GETAMA seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture.

Average Sold Price

$4,821

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Rare Hans J. Wegner for Getama Pair of 'Sawbuck' GE215 Lounge Chairs

$47,000 / set

H 29.93 in W 28.75 in D 31.5 in

Rare Hans J. Wegner for Getama Pair of 'Sawbuck' GE215 Lounge Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans J. Wegner for Getama, pair of 'Sawbuck' lounge chairs, model 'GE215, reupholstered fabric, lacquered steel, oak, leather, brass, Denmark, 1955 Designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by GETAMA, the GE215 Sawbuck chair holds a special place in Wegner’s work. Although he is best known for chairs made from solid wood with intricate joinery, this design shows him experimenting with a diversity of materials and different techniques. The GE215 reworks Wegner’s earlier wooden Sawbuck chairs. It keeps the familiar crossed frame and clear structure made from slim black-lacquered steel, yet positioned in a low-slung angle. The thick cushions newly reupholstered in a textural orangey fabric contrast strongly with the sleekness of the frame, defining its main character. The angled armrests recall the sculptural “flipper” shapes seen in his CH28 chair...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA

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Brass, Steel

Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa by GETAMA, Oak & Teak, Scandinavian Modern

$4,200

H 29 in W 67.5 in D 30 in

Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa by GETAMA, Oak & Teak, Scandinavian Modern

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Buffalo, NY

Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa by GETAMA, Oak & Teak, Scandinavian Modern..Amazing design.. lines. Retains its original finish / patina as well as its original spring cushions and original...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Vintage 1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa Model GE-300/3 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

$3,999Sale Price|50% Off

H 28 in W 83 in D 30 in

Vintage 1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa Model GE-300/3 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1960s Danish three-seat sofa Rare model GE300/3 designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer solid light oak solid wood frame and legs with original patina has original sp...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hans Wegner for Getama GE6 Mid Century Danish Teak and Cane Daybed Sofa

$5,195

H 29.25 in W 78 in D 34.5 in

Hans Wegner for Getama GE6 Mid Century Danish Teak and Cane Daybed Sofa

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Hans Wegner for Getama GE6 Mid Century Danish Teak and Cane Daybed Sofa This daybed measures: 78 wide x 34.5 wide x 29.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Fair Vintage ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA

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Upholstery, Cane, Teak

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 Armchairs

$6,839 / set

H 25.99 in W 29.93 in D 29.53 in

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 Armchairs

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kramfors, SE

Vintage Hans J. Wegner armchairs model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted, Denmark. The armchairs are a mid century classic by one of the most famous names of the time, Hans J. Wegner (Denmar...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-290/3, 1950

$5,700

H 27.75 in W 71.5 in D 32 in

Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-290/3, 1950

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful Danish three-seat sofa, model GE290/3 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1950, with a clean solid oak frame and original spring loaded cushions with a later date dark r...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA

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Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-236/3 in Black Leather Produced by GETAMA in Denmark

$5,995

H 30 in W 83 in D 31 in

Hans Wegner Sofa Model GE-236/3 in Black Leather Produced by GETAMA in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Puslinch, ON

Condition: Great Vintage Condition Dimensions: 83” L x 31” D x 30” H (17” SH) Description: A vintage leather & oak GE236/3 sofa. Made in Denmark, circa 1970 by Hans Wegner. In grea...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA

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Leather, Oak

Mid century Hans Wegner Sofa GE-236/4 GETAMA Solid Oak Frame

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 92 in D 32 in

Mid century Hans Wegner Sofa GE-236/4 GETAMA Solid Oak Frame

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1960s Danish Four-seat sofa model GE236/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer solid oak solid wood frame with original patina has original spring loaded cushio...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak

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GETAMA Sale Prices

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2026	$3,750	Sofas	Wool, Cotton, Beech, Teak	1965
2026	$2,970	Beds and Bed Frames	Teak, Faux Leather	1960's
2026	$6,200	Lounge Chairs	Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak	Circa 1960s
2026	$2,720	Sofas	Wool, Oak	1960-1970
2025	$6,000	Sofas, Daybeds	Teak	circa 1960
2025	$3,300	Daybeds	Leather, Teak	circa 1960
2025	$2,155	Lounge Chairs	Oak, Wool	1960s
2025	$8,185	Lounge Chairs	Upholstery, Teak	Unknown
2025	$1,516	Armchairs	Oak	2010
2025	$6,950	Lounge Chairs	Wool, Teak	1956
2025	$2,832	Daybeds	Wool, Teak	1950-1960
2025	$9,000	Lounge Chairs	Teak	1956
2025	$3,999	Lounge Chairs	Leather, Oak	1960s
2025	$2,984	Lounge Chairs, Rocking Chairs	Leather, Beech	1970s

$4,821

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$1,798-$9,412

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Getama furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

GETAMA furniture 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 GETAMA furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 148 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 264 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by GETAMA were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Fredericia, Kai Kristiansen, and Verner Panton. Prices for GETAMA furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $544 and can go as high as $55,014, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,098.