Best known for his chairs and other seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Hans Wegner’s best chair designs have their roots in traditional seating forms. The Peacock chair (designed in 1947) is a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair; pieces from the China chair series (begun in 1944) as well as the 1949 Wishbone chair, with its distinctive Y-shaped back splat, are derived from 17th-century Ming seating pieces, as is the upholstered Ox chair (1960). Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Wegner’s most representative piece, the Round chair (1949), gained a footnote in political history when it was used on the TV stage of the first Kennedy-Nixon debate of 1960. That chair, along with Wegner’s more bravura designs — for example, the 1963 Shell chair, with its curved surfboard-shaped seat — bring a quietly sculptural presence to a room.
Wegner was a designer who revered his primary material — wood — and it shows. His wood gathers patina and character with age; every Hans Wegner piece testifies to the life it has led.
Find vintage Hans Wegner lounge chairs, armchairs, daybeds and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Hans Wegner Teak Daybed, by Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exceptional GE258 daybed represents one of Hans Wegner's most iconic and sought-after designs, showcasing the Danish master's unparalleled ability to blend sculptural beauty wi...
Upholstery, Teak
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
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak
Daybed GE-19 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful daybed GE-19 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1956, solid oak frame with tapered legs and brass end rail accents, felt covered flat springs, marked.
Brass
Early Daybed GE-258 in Oak and Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in oak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original mattress with grey fabric. Early production 1950s. with beatiful patina and round legs.
Fabric, Cane, Oak
$11,855 / set
New Upholstered Pair of GE-19 Hans Wegner Daybeds
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
New upholstered pair of daybeds GE-19 by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark, 1956. Early production! As part of the restoration, we had new mattresses made for the daybeds and a new ...
Brass
Hans Wegner Daybed & Lounge Chair Model GE1
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Daybed model GE1 by Hans Wegner in solid oak with oil finish and a bespoke fine bouclé fabric upholstery in seafoam-green from a premium Italian brand. Hans J. Wegner's idea was th...
Stainless Steel
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Brass
Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Adjustable Daybed GE-1 in Teakwood by GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Rare & important daybed with footstool model GE-1 by Hans J. Wegner. From the very early production by GETAMA in the 1950s. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Ma...
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, chaise lounge with ottoman model GE01, oak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1954 This chaise lounge consists out of two sections. An adjustable lounge chai...
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Teak Double Daybed Sofa, Danish Design, 1960s, Rare
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pasadena, TX
Teak-framed sofa by master Danish designer, Hans Wegner. This rare version of his famous daybed has a base that slides open to create a larger (double) bed. A bed cover unrolls to pr...
Teak
Hans Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Low sofa with lifting backrest to open to a daybed. Designed by Hans Wegner with simple mid-century lines and construction. Please confirm location.
Fabric
Early 1950s Hans J.Wegner Daybed GE-1 by Getama Denmark / Museums Quality
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Old daybed / lounger, model GE-1 in oak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. This daybed is in a untouched rare condition and one of the first productions. With beautiful old ...
Oak
$18,000 / set
Hans Wegner GE01 Daybed
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark: Hans Wegner GE01 solid oak daybed in two sections, with an adjustable back and original red wool cushions. Height with back straight up 35.50 H...
Oak, Wool
Hans Wegner Daybed Model GE-1 Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model GE-1 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Brass
$5,750
H 31.89 in W 104.73 in D 32.29 in
Model "GE-300" Four-Seater Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark ca 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans Jørgensen Wegner was one of the central figures of Danish modern design, known for combining rigorous craftsmanship with an almost effortless sense of comfort and proportion. Wo...
Fabric, Wood
Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Steel
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
1950s Danish 3-seat sofa or daybed Lovely 1950s part wood framed sofa in very good condition, it has blanket storage underneath and folds down into a very useful daybed Measure...
Fabric, Teak
$822
H 29.53 in W 73.23 in D 25.99 in
Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed Designed by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960's
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood Dimensions at layout: Height:41cm, depth:84cm, width:186cm Original condition.
Fabric, Wood
Early Daybed GE-258 in Oak and Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in oak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original mattress with grey fabric. Early production 1950s. with beatiful patina and round legs.
Fabric, Cane, Oak
Plank Chair GE290 by Hans J Wegner for Getama in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
An immaculate example with original upholstery.
Fabric, Oak
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 ...
Brass
$2,647
H 33.47 in W 71.26 in D 29.53 in
Midcentury Rare Sofa GETAMA designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type - very confortable - marked
Fabric, Wood
$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 Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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...
Upholstery, Oak
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...
Wool, Oak
$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 Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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...
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Mid-Century 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed, Jitona, 1970's
By Jitona
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood, leatherette Daybed :Height- 87 :Depth-136 Original condition.
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner Model GE 6 daybed by Getama, Denmark 1960s Teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Emeryville, CA
Hans J. Wegner was a leading Danish mid-century modern designer, celebrated for his masterful craftsmanship, organic forms, and timeless, understated elegance. The GE-258 Daybed, de...
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner Ge-258 Daybed
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s, produced by Getama in Denmark. This piece has been fully restored with new cushions and 100% alpaca upholstery. There are some minor scuffs present and a couple chips to th...
Alpaca, Wood
Sold
H 25.2 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Hans J. Wegner GE19 Daybed in Teak and Camel Leather for Getama Denmark 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful early Daybed Model GE19 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1960s. Teak frame with tapered legs and brass brackets in very good condition with minor traces of use...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed "Ge-268" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and wool upholstery. The back reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillow...
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Teak Daybed by Getama, Mid Century Modern
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Raleigh, NC
Simple to the point of perfection. A solid teak frame and newly upholstered leather cushion. A Danish modern icon in like new condition.
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Sofa Daybed for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design sofa or daybed for GETAMA, Denmark. Restored cane headboard and refinished teak frame, retains the original mattress in good condition. Clever conversion from a so...
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 77.17 in D 39.38 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed "Ge-258" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and wool upholstery. The back reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillow...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 26.78 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, "GE-258", Daybed in Teak, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
This model GE-258 Daybed, designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA in the 1960s is crafted from teak with the original wool upholstery. The clean, minimalist design highlights Wegner's ...
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner Ge-258 Daybed
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s, produced by Getama in Denmark. This piece has been fully restored with new cushions and emerald mohair. There are some minor scuffs present and a couple chips on the legs b...
Wood, Mohair
Sold
H 30.71 in W 77.17 in D 39.38 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed "Ge-258" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and wool upholstery. The back reveals a hidden space for blankets, pillow...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 24.41 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Hans J. Wegner GE19 Daybed with Teak and Camel Leather for Getama Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful early Daybed Model GE19 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1960s. Teak frame with tapered legs and brass brackets in very good condition with minor traces of use...
Leather, Teak
Daybed GE-258 Teak/Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original mattress with green fabric. Early production 1950s. With beatiful patina and round ...
Cane, Teak