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.
Hans J. Wegner, Dining Table, oak, extension leaf. Getama.
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining table made of solid oak. Extension leaf. Made by GETAMA.
Oak
$7,000
H 28.5 in W 89.88 in D 33.88 in
Hans J. Wegner Drop-Leaf Dining Table Model AT-309, Beautifully Restored
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage Danish modern Hans Wegner model AT-309 teak and oak drop leaf dining table. Beautifully restored top and X-legs with great original patina to the brass. Stamped with makers m...
$6,885
H 28.63 in W 70.75 in D 33.88 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Danish Modern drop-leaf dining table By Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck Denmark, 1950s Teakwood top, on tapered dowel oakwood legs with arched aprons....
Oak, Teak
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
$7,300
H 28.75 in W 55.91 in D 35.04 in
Hans Wegner Teak and Oak Dining Table 312 for Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1960's
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Rare extendable dining table by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1960s (marked). The table features a teak top resting on an oak frame, combining warmth and structure in a w...
Oak, Teak
Drop Leaf Dining Table by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak-top dining table with two removable drop leaves, on tapered dowel oakwood legs with arched aprons. Full span with leaves measures 70" wide.
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Teak and Oak Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Andreas Tuck Møbelfabrik, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning Danish modern dining table was designed by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck in the 1950s. The beautifully banded teak table top stands on a solid, quarter- sawn oak base...
Oak, Teak
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
Dining Table by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dining table by Hans J Wegner A “China” dining table, Model PP-76 by Hans Wegner in mahogany for Johannes Hansen Mobelfabrik. Originally designed in 1947, this example was made by P...
Mahogany
$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
Hans Wegner Flip Top Dining Table / Desk in Teak + Oak
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Hans Wegner Manufacturer: Andreas Tuck Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, Oak Measurements: Closed: 33.75" wide x 22.5" deep x 29" tall Open: 45" wide x 33.75" x d...
Oak, Teak
$10,009
H 28.75 in W 30.12 in D 40.16 in
Hans J. Wegner Dining Table for Andreas Tuck, Oak & Teak, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Stockholm, SE
Oak and teak. Measurements: L: 76.5 cm / 2’ 6” W: 102 cm / 3’ 4” H: 73 cm / 2’ 4 3/4" L with extension: 198 cm / 6’ 4”. Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well ...
Oak, Teak
$34,507
H 28.35 in W 122.05 in D 41.74 in
Hans J Wegner, Danish Teak & Oak Drop-Leaf Dining Table by Andreas Tuck, 1950s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner, Danish Teak & Oak Drop-Leaf Dining Table by Andreas Tuck, 1950s Designed by Hans J Wegner in 1950 and manufactured by cabinetmaker Andreas Tuck in Demmark, this is th...
Brass
Sold
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 70.87 in
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table, oak, extension leafes. Getama.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of solid oak. Extension leafes Made by GETAMA.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner, round dining table in oak and laminate, model Ge526
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner round dining table in solid oak, top of black laminate. Model Ge526, Made by GETAMA.
Oak, Laminate
Sold
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 74.81 in
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table, smoked oak, extension leafes. Getama.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of smoked oak. Extension leafes Made by GETAMA. 2x50 cm
Oak
Sold
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 70.87 in
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table, oak, extension leafes. Getama.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of solid oak. Extension leafes Made by GETAMA.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Dining Table, two extension plates. Smoked oak, Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining table with two extension plates, partly solid smoked oak. Made by Getama. Each extension plate 50 cm.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of solid ash. Made by GETAMA.
Ash
GETAMA Oregon Pine Dining or Conference Table
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive Commercial Line Version of the Hans Wegner GE12 'GETAMA' coffee table, This Iteration is made of Oregon pine table and was delivered to a hospital in Denmark. Beautiful gr...
Chrome
Hans Wegner Round Dining Table Model GE526 for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very functional round dining table made of oak veneer on a base of black lacquered wood base in black lacquer. Designed by Hans Wegner in 1970 and carrying on the tradi...
Beech, Oak