GETAMA Chairs

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.

Creator: GETAMA

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204

$3,837 / item

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Berkeley, CA

Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the wood grain and flawless joinery throughout. It is hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmakers using traditional Scandinavian...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch, New Product

$2,113

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch, New Product

By Mogens Koch, GETAMA

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mogens Koch designed the MK16 folding chair for a supplemental church seating contest, reinterpreting the traditional folding stool by pairing easy fold...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century modern scandinavian chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch. New product.

$3,228

Mid-Century modern scandinavian chair Folding MK16 by Mogens Koch. New product.

By Mogens Koch, GETAMA

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mogens Koch designed the MK16 Folding Chair for a supplemental church seating contest, reinterpreting the traditional folding stool by pairing easy fold...

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2010s European Scandinavian Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair

$3,695

Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE240 Teak Lounge Chair This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22 inches A...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA

$2,343Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This set of four chairs was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish manufacturer Getama Gedsted during the 1960s. The raw, geometric frame of the chair is made of light oak wood. T...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Faux Leather, Oak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Oak & Blue Fabric Chair by Hans J. Wegner

$464Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Oak & Blue Fabric Chair by Hans J. Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This modernist office chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish manufacturer GETAMA Gedsted during the 1960s. The raw, geometric frame...

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1960s Danish Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Midcentury Armchairs for GETAMA, Set of Four

$3,539Sale Price / set|59% Off

Hans Wegner Midcentury Armchairs for GETAMA, Set of Four

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Basildon, London

Designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, this set of four GE 151 armchairs are a Classic example of Mid-Century Modern design. Featuring angular black painted beechwood frames and arms, the newly restored chairs...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four

$5,995 / set

H 30 in W 22 in D 17.5 in

Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Baltimore, MD

An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa 1960's. The teak frames feature modern styling with a distinct beautiful design, scu...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen

$2,113

H 34.65 in W 20.08 in D 1.97 in

Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Mogens Koch furniture designed a lot of award wining midcentury furniture. The Danish architect was known for his functional approach to furniture design and for prioritizing comfort and accessibility. Koch also drew on older traditions and techniques. His chairs and tables show the influence of the Shaker Style and Englisch pieces of the 18th century. Koch was born in Copenhagen and attended the Royal Danisch Academy of fine Arts. After graduating, he worked as an assistant to Kaare Klint, an important figure in Danish modernism who was responsible for establishing the furniture design program at Koch’s alma mater. Klint favored historical styles and inspired Koch to view furniture design as an evolutionary process built on the traditions of the past. Over the course of their partnership, in the late 1920s, Koch began creating modular bookcases. In 1932, Rud Rasmussen began to produce Koch designs. An early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE375 New Upholstery*

$9,156 / set

H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE375 New Upholstery*

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of 1960s Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chairs in Oak with New Romo Upholstery A beautifully preserved pair of lounge chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 1960s, showcasing the time...

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1960s Danish Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Oak

Hans Wegner GETAMA GE-420 Ottoman / Sake Table Vintage 1960s Danish Midcentury

$1,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.38 in W 29.63 in D 22.75 in

Hans Wegner GETAMA GE-420 Ottoman / Sake Table Vintage 1960s Danish Midcentury

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Hyattsville, MD

GE-420 Ottoman without a cushion, order a cushion that matches your interior after purchase. Or can be used as a low platform / table / plant stand. Overall W 29 5/8 x D 22 3/4 x ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Oak

Midcentury Rare Sofa GETAMA designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s

$2,608

H 33.47 in W 71.26 in D 29.53 in

Midcentury Rare Sofa GETAMA designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl, GETAMA

Located in Praha, CZ

- rare type - very confortable - marked

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair by GETAMA, Black Leather, Oak, 1970s

$4,695

H 40.95 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

Hans J. Wegner Rocking Chair by GETAMA, Black Leather, Oak, 1970s

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / rocking chair original black leather upholstery. Frame of soap treated oak Model Nøglehullet, made by GETAMA.

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Model 290A Lounge Chair, Solid Oak, Mid-Century Modern

$4,119

H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in

Hans J. Wegner Model 290A Lounge Chair, Solid Oak, Mid-Century Modern

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak. New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather. Model 290A, made by GETAMA.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Scandinavian design mid century modern sculptural

$9,950 / set

H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 19.69 in

Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Scandinavian design mid century modern sculptural

By Kaare Klint, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Dronten, NL

Rare matching all original set of 6 dining chairs in beautifully sculpted teak and black leather designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Oddensen Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark, circa...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair, Oak Frame, Grey Wool, Denmark

$5,869

H 37.41 in W 33.86 in D 40.56 in

Hans J. Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair, Oak Frame, Grey Wool, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Wool, Oak

The Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner

$37,500

H 29 in W 28.5 in D 22 in

The Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

swivel chair designed by Hans Wegner & made by Johannes Hansen w/teak back, chrome frame & blue vinyl seat

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1950s Danish Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Chrome

Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair

$3,400

H 29.5 in W 24 in D 18 in

Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in New York, NY

Sleek, sophisticated and architectural, wraparound armchair in solid rosewood, designed by Hans Wegner made by Johannes Hansen The chair has a solid rosewood frame, drop in upholstered seat, and wrapped cane backrest. The frame looks like it has a later, but not new, clear lacquered overcoat, the fabric seat shows cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Measures: Total H 29.5 x arm H 27.5 x seat H 17 inches. Know as the Round Chair...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967

$28,173

H 27.56 in W 72.05 in D 28.75 in

Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge. Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details. Light linen fabric cushion with ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Brass

Previously Available Items

Teak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - Fully Restored

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Teak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - Fully Restored

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

Lounge chair GE290 is a beloved early design by Hans Wegner, Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort and much convenience is offe...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Teak

Oak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290, GETAMA, Premium Fabric, Pair Available

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Oak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290, GETAMA, Premium Fabric, Pair Available

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

GE290 lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, Denmark. Pair available, listed individually. Solid oiled oak frames, loose cushions upholstered in a premium off-white handwoven bespok...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Wool, Linen, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, “Ge 460” Armchair, Black Leather, GETAMA, Designed, 1977

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H 26.78 in W 25.2 in D 19.69 in

Hans J. Wegner, “Ge 460” Armchair, Black Leather, GETAMA, Designed, 1977

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Lejre, DK

One of Wegner's designs is the GE 460 armchair, which was created in 1977. The chair is made of soap treated oak wood and has a seat and backrest upholstered in black leather, which ...

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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Oak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290, GETAMA, Premium Fabric, Pair Available

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Oak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290, GETAMA, Premium Fabric, Pair Available

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

GE290 lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, Denmark. Pair available, listed individually. Solid oiled oak frames, loose cushions upholstered in a premium off-white handwoven bespoke fabric. Sample available upon request. Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner. Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort and much convenience is offered from the wide armrests that can hold a cup, book and phone...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Linen, Oak, Wool

Armchair, Model GE-290, Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, 1953

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H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 22.84 in

Armchair, Model GE-290, Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, 1953

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Lejre, DK

Armchair, model GE-290, designed by Hans J. Wegner oak frame upholstered in black fabric with colorful stripes. The chair was designed in 1953 and branded Getama, where the chair is ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Set of Lounge Chair Model GE-240 & Ottoman in Oak and Teak, 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in

Hans J. Wegner Set of Lounge Chair Model GE-240 & Ottoman in Oak and Teak, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Odense, DK

One of the most iconic chairs from the 1950s Danish modern is the "Cigar" chair by Hans J. Wegner. This one is from the very early GETAMA production that was made with armrests in so...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Oak Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - 2 Pieces Available

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Hans Wegner Oak Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - 2 Pieces Available

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner. Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort - partly due to cus...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Scandinavian Armchair GE 290 by Hans Werner from 1953 for GETAMA Danish

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H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 21.26 in

Scandinavian Armchair GE 290 by Hans Werner from 1953 for GETAMA Danish

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Scandinavian armchair GE 290 by the famous designer Hans Werner from 1953 published by GETAMA. Solid oak frame with sloping legs and a backrest that slopes slightly backwards for per...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Arm Chair by GETAMA Model 265 in Oak and Leather, 1987

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H 31.5 in W 27.96 in D 25.2 in

Hans Wegner Arm Chair by GETAMA Model 265 in Oak and Leather, 1987

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Hellouw, NL

Nice Hans Wegner arm chair by GETAMA Model 265 in oak and leather from Denmark 1987. This chair is robust and comfortable in a nice colored tan leathe...

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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner Oak Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA '1 of 3 Chairs'

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Hans Wegner Oak Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA '1 of 3 Chairs'

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner. Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort - partly due to cus...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Pair of Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs GE290 by GETAMA

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs GE290 by GETAMA

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Utrecht, NL

Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner. Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort - partly due to cus...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak, Linen

Original 1950s Hans Wegner GE240 Cigar Chair

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H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Original 1950s Hans Wegner GE240 Cigar Chair

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in London, GB

The original 1950s Hans Wegner GE240 cigar chair in oak with new horsehair fabric upholstery. Produced by GETAMA, Denmark. In superb condition. Thoroughly c...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Getama chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

GETAMA chairs 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 chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 5 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 186 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs 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 chairs by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, and Fredericia. Prices for GETAMA chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $544 and can go as high as $10,530, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,459.