GETAMA Furniture
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.
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Creator: GETAMA
Hans Wegner GE, 80/86 Coffee Table, Oak
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1980, the 80/86 coffee table features unparalleled craftsmanship. This table is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE, 81/87 Coffee Table
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1980, the 81/87 coffee table features unparalleled craftsmanship. This table is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Laminate and Oak - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Lacquered Oak - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Oak, 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Linoleum and Oak - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Linoleum and Beech, 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Laminate and Beech - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Stained Beech - 26"
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Walnut
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Laminate and Oak
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table Linoleum and Oak
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Stained Oak
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the Circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Oak
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table, Stained Beech
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the Circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Blum and Balle Circle Side Table
By GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Blum and Balle for GETAMA in 2012, this side table known as the circle features unparalleled craftsmanship in a Minimalist Silhouette. Flawless joinery throughout. This p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Tux Footstool, Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in 1955, the Tux footstool is a wonderful addition to any modern home or office. This piece is hand built at GETAMA’s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Tux Footstool, Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, Lacquered Oak
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna + Jørgen Ditzel in 1955, the Tux footstool is a wonderful addition to any modern home or office. This piece is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s Classic and most appreciated works. This design showcases the natural beauty of the wood g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool
By GETAMA, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. This design showcases the natural beauty of the wood g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-24S Footstool, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 ottoman features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s facto...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE 285 2-Seat Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1985, the 285 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand bu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE 285 2-Seat Sofa, Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1985, the 285 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand bu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner GE 285 2-Seat Sofa, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1985, the 285 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand bu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE 285 3-Seat Sofa, Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner GE 285 3-Seat Sofa, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE 285 3-Seat Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3-sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Brushed Steel
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa - Lacquered Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three seater version of the 290 lounge chair – one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two-seat version of the 290 lounge chair – one of the architect’s Classic and most appreciated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-34 Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 lounge chair features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-34 Lounge Chair, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 lounge chair features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner GE-501 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1967 by Hans Wegner, the 501A high back lounge chair blends timeless elegance and comfort. Crafted in laminated, bent oak and hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair w/ Arms - Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1969 by Hans Wegner, the 375A lounge chair pairs clean lines with remarkable craftsmanship. The chair is hand crafted at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-284 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284 lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmake...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-284 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284 lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmake...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner Midcentury Armchairs for GETAMA, Set of Two
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, this set of GE 151 armchairs are a Classic example of Mid-Century Modern design.
Featuring angular black painted beechwood frames and arms, the newly restored...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Settee by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 1967
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A laminated oak settee with flag halyard back supports and upholstered seat and back cushions. From the GE671 collection designed for GETAMA in 1967.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rope, Oak
Midcentury Oak Hans Wegner Coffee Table for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A clean and elegant design from one of the most known Danish designers. Beautiful oak veneer, very light and clean colors and design. Solid construction in excellent conditions.
Des...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak
Wingback Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wingback lounge armchair with a teak frame, retaining the original grey wool upholstery.
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Furniture
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
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.