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.
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...
Oak
1970s, Danish design by H.J.Wegner, highback armchair, model GE530, leather.
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by H.J.Wegner. Highback armchair, model GE530. Brown furniture leather and dark oak wood. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construct...
Leather, Oak
Vintage Danish Lounge Chair by Aage Pedersen for Getama, 1960s
By GETAMA
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish lounge chair GE-88 by Aage Pedersen for GETAMA Denmark 1960s. Danish modern lounge chair model GE88 designed by the owner of the GETAMA f...
Teak
GE 240 - 'Cigar' easy chair in oak by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 240 - 'Cigaren' armchair in patinated oak with cushions in light upholstery. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by GETAMA.
Fabric, Oak
Nice Pair of Vintage Hans Wegner Armchairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
Danish armchairs designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. Chairs are made of solid oak and covered with original fabric. Some slight scuffing and scratches based on normal we...
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Scandinavian Midcentury Oak Fabric GE-370 Armchairs Denmark 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of Scandinavian midcentury modern design armchairs GE-370 model designed by Hans wegner and produced by Getama Getsted from 1960s with solid oak frame and original wool-covered ...
Fabric, Oak
Early Production Hans Wegner Getama GE-240 Lounge Chair / Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early production Hans Wegner for Getama GE-240 lounge chair, sometimes called the Cigar series because of the shape of the arm. Teak arms with oak body. Somewhat beefier than the GE-...
Fabric, Oak, Teak
$3,663Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Armchair Model GE 181 A by Hans J. Wegner
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare GE-181-A armchair was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish Getama factory during the 1950s. The ergonomic frame is made of high-quality oak wood in a dark and intense ...
Leather, Oak
Set of 8 Hans Wegner GE Dining Chairs for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 8 Hans Wegner GE dining chairs for GETAMA, Denmark 1950s This set is newly upholstered in Raf Simons fabric by Kvadrat.
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak, Wood
$13,753 / set
Pair of Armchairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Solid oak, wool seat 80 x 75 x 85 cm
Wool, Oak
GE375 Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Torino, IT
The GE375, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, is one of the finest examples of the Danish designer’s ability to create furniture in which comfort and visual lightness coexist in ...
Fabric, Teak
2x Original Getama GE370 Midcentury Sessel Hans J. Wegner Eiche
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von zwei wunderschönen Midcentury Sesseln vom dänischen Qualitätshersteller Getama aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Hans J Wegner, trägt ...
Fabric, Wood
3x Original Getama GE375 Midcentury Sessel Hans J. Wegner Eiche
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von drei wunderschönen Midcentury Sesseln vom dänischen Qualitätshersteller Getama aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Hans J Wegner, trägt ...
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner for Getama Beech and Black Leather Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
Designed by legendary Danish designer Hans J. Wegner for Getama, this armchair exemplifies the masterful balance of form and function that defines Wegner’s work. Crafted from solid b...
Beech
Daybed GE 19 - Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Classic daybed model GE 19 in the standard version, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama. The piece stands out for its clean, timeless design language and the high-q...
Wool, Teak
$1,440Sale Price|58% Off
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in sculpted teak and original boucle wool upholstery. Deeply patinated teak lends visual contrast against the off-white upholstery. Completely original condition down the the seat straps and brass hardware. Sophisticated seat cushion and backrest mounting system consisting of custom brass spacers which create a suspended effect to the panels keeping the design very airy and light. Hovmand-Olsen’s designs span seating, tables, and secretaries, all of which are characteristically simple in form with clean lines, organic curves, and tapered legs. Like many of his Danish contemporaries, he favored the use of high-quality, beautifully grained woods like teak and rosewood. Notable designs include his Model 175 chair (1955)—which is often mistaken for N.O. Møller’s Model 77 chair...
Brass
$6,876 / set
H 28.35 in W 29.93 in D 33.47 in
1960s Hans J. Wegner Pair of GE 290 Armchairs in Oak for Getama, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts have been refurbished and therefore both chairs are in very good condition - The original spring pillows in good original conditions
Fabric, Wood, Oak
$3,900 / set
H 38 in W 37.5 in D 30.5 in
Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Labeled, 1960s
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Lounge chair with ottoman, Labeled, 1960s, Original Upholstery Originally designed in 1952, these ergonomic lounge chairs...
Metal
$20,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29 in W 30.5 in D 36.25 in
Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chairs by Fátima Arquitetura e Interiores, 1960s
By Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and substantial pair of Brazilian modern lounge chairs produced by Fátima Arquitetura e Interiores, Brazil, circa 1960s. Executed in richly figured solid rosewood, these lounge...
Leather, Rosewood
$636Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 28.5 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sculptural Vintage Lounge Armchair Chair Teak, 1960s
Located in Madison, WI
Beautiful Danish lounge chair, frame only. Priced well below market value. We recommend refinishing the frame and re-strapping the seat straps. Re-strapping is often done by an uph...
Teak
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 78 in D 35 in
Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960 A classic Danish modern daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, model GE6, crafted in teakwood with newly uph...
Upholstery, Teak
$11,232 / set
H 29.93 in W 40.95 in D 36.23 in
Lounge chair with Ottoman "Sheriff" by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960s
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in bruxelles, BE
Lounge chair with ottoman in black leather and wood by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. ISA stamped. Seat height: 37 cm. Ottoman dimensions: H: 38 cm W: 60 cm D: 60 cm. Wear due to ...
Leather, Wood
$8,819 / set
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956 A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
Teak
$4,790 / set
H 39.38 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA GE530, Denmark, 1970s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Hans J. Wegner - Lounge Chair and Ottoman GETAMA GE530 , Denmark Classic GE530 lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, featuring a clean design and high-quality craftsmanship in ...
Oak
$1,603
H 38.19 in W 26.78 in D 34.26 in
Scandinavian 1960s “Ruster” Lounge Chair by Yngve Ekström for Pastoe
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Paris, FR
The notable Ruster Danish lounge chair by Swedish designer Yngve Ekström and edited by Pastoe in the 1960s. The leather is in its original condition, the frame has been expertly re-f...
Leather, Teak
$2,750
H 16.93 in W 70.87 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed Model GE19 by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
An elegant and lightweight teak daybed, model GE19, designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 1960s, exemplifying the refined simplicity and exceptional craftsmanship of Danish modern design...
Teak
Hans Wegner GE265 vintage Danish armchair with fixed backrest
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brescia, IT
GE265 armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark. Solid oak, fixed back, original stamp, upholstery and fabric in excellent condition. Danish armchair model GE265 designed by Ha...
Fabric, Oak
GE 375 Armchair by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1950s solid oak armchair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama. Original pillows included. GE 375 model armchair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark, in the 195...
Fabric, Wood
GE 375 armchair by Hans Wegner with footstool
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1950s armchair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama. Made of oak with original cushions and matching footrest. Iconic GE 375 model armchair designed by Hans J. Wegner for...
Wood
Sold
H 45.28 in W 26.38 in D 20.48 in
Armchair Model GE284 Made In Oak With High Back By Hans J. Wegner For Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair with high back, model GE284, made of oak and newly upholstered in light gray Kvadrat fabric. The chair is produced by Getama and designed by Hans J. Wegner. Hans J. Wegner,...
Oak
Nanna Ditzel Pair of Ring Chairs in Cognac Color Leather
By GETAMA, Nanna Ditzel
Located in New York, NY
Danish designer Nanna Ditzel believed that the best thoughts came from being in the most comfortable positions. From the onset she designed for the body and it's comfort. Breaking wi...
Leather, Foam, Oak
Sold
H 36.62 in W 29.73 in D 21.66 in
ArmChair Model GE290a Made In Oak By Hans J. Wegner For Getama From 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This armchair, model GE290A with high back, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama in the 1960s, is an excellent example of Danish mid-century modern design. The chair...
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large-scale high back armchair by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and original cushions in greenish wool, produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 375, detachable neck cushion, original...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Pair Of GE290 Armchairs In Bouclé By Hans Wegner For Getama, Denmark, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of GE290 armchairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1950s. Solid oak frame with original sprung cushions newly upholstered in a bouclé fabric to add to the comfort of the design....
Bouclé, Oak
Sold
H 31.89 in W 40.95 in D 44.1 in
The Flag Halyard Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark, 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
The Flag Halyard Chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark, 1950 Lacquered steel frame, wooden "shoes", textile and chromed steel top...
Steel, Chrome
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large-scale high back armchair by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and original cushions in greenish striped wool, produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 37...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 26.78 in W 34.26 in D 34.65 in
1970s, Danish design by H.J. Wegner, reupholstered armchair, model GE300.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s-70s, Danish design by H.J. Wegner. Completely reupholstered armchair, model GE300. Quality furniture wool fabric Glasgow in charcoal grey. Oak legs, brand new upholstery and cu...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 29.93 in
Hans J. Wegner Ge240 'Sigar' Lounge Chair in Oak and Pierre Frey Fabric, GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is an early example of the Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair model GE240 for GETAMA, Denmark. The chair is also sometimes called 'Cigar' Chair due the shape of the armrests. Beautiful...
Metal