Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Danish, 1914-2007
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.
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Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Hans J. Wegner sofa model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1953 for the Danish manufacturer Getama, this three-seat sofa, model GE-290, is one of his most iconic designs. The solid oak frame features distinctive...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Textile, Foam, Oak
Pair of GE-375 Easychairs in Oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of easychairs in solid oak. Model GE-375 by Hans J. Wegner for by Getama 1969. Early production c. 1970. Cushions in purple wool fabric. Seats with new belt covering. Price for...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
JH 518 - Rare 'Bull Chair' by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 518 - Rare 'Bull Chair' in solid oak and with seat of new, braided cane. Original label from manufacturer. Designed in 1961. Hans J. Wegner / Johannes Hansen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
$15,316 / item
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Seat Upholstered
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell chair has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand bui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$4,127 / item
CH 30 - Set of 6 dining chair in teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 6 pieces CH 30 - Dining chair with frame i patinated beech and backrest in teak. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by Carl Hansen & Son.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
Danish Midcentury Cabinet in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare cabinet in oak. Designed by Hans J Wegner for RY Moebler cabinetmakers in the late 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Wood splits to three of the seat joints measuring 1 inch, 1/2 and 1/4 inch on either side, and 1/4 inch. Area of discoloration to arm, possibly from sticker, measuring approximately 3/4 inch. Some nicks to side of one arm. On the other arm, a scratch measuring 1 1/8 inches on the side.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design: in the 20th Century, vol. 2 (Copenhagen: Christian Ejlers, 2007), p. 90.
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: Just One Good Chair (Germany, Hatje Cantz Verlag GmbH & Company KG, 2014).
Johan Møller Nielson, Wegner en Dansk Møbelkunstner (Copenhagen: Gyldendal, 1965), pp. 42, 98, 103, 106.
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs (San Francisco: Chronicle Books), 1996, pp. 106, 107.
Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, sofa, model 'CH103', leather, metal, Denmark, 1970s
The CH103 sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn is a modern three-seat sofa ideal fo...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Denton, TX
Great pair on Danish modern in white oak with gray fabric by Hans Wegner.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$5,000 / set
Danish design side table by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck 1960 coffee table
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Breathtaking & Timeless! This fully original Danish mid-century design side table by Danish design grandmaster Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck 1960.
Amazing clean design that is com...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Round Coffee Table Made In Solid Oak By Hans J. Wegner For PP Møbler From 1960s
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This round coffee table, designed by Hans J. Wegner, is a fine example of Danish craftsmanship. Made of solid oak, it was manufactured by PP Møbler, a compan...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model CH-28 Produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-28 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
PP Møbler Circle Chair by Hans Wegner in Tannic Tint Black, New Original
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
The idea of making a chair based on the most simple and elegant shape of all, the circle, remained a distant dream until Danish icon Hans J. Wegner eventually completed the design at...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Rope, Wood
Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947
Also known as PP550. Early 1960's production. Original cord seat. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Johannes Hansen Cope...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
JH 713 Teak Dining Arm Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant handcrafted dining chair, having an exposed teak frame and leather upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Lacquered 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 Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
$2,678 / item
Hans J. Wegner Model AP-16 in Oak 1951 / Set of 4
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of four easychair, model AP-16 by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen Denmark 1951. Made in oak and cognac leather. Teak detail. Original cushions. Produced 1950s. Provinance: Privat co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
$30,803 / item
J16 rocking chair by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century beech wooden and papercord rocking chair designed by Hans J Wegner for FDB Mobler in the 1960s.
Beautifully crafted chair by one of the best scandinavian designer from t...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Rocking Chair in Oak with Wool Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rocking Chair in Oak with Newly Reupholstered Wool Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and newly reupholstered in wool fabric
Style: Mid century, Sca...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
$2,373 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans Wegner Tambour Door Cabinet for Plan Møbler 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Hans J. Wegner tambour door cabinet with drawers and service tables inside. Made in oak and drawers in birch wood. Prod. 1940s for the Aarhus city hall by Plan Møbler Denmark. Back w...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J Wegner Danish Mid-Century Circle Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A scarce mid-century open lounge chair by Hans J Wegner.
Circle chair for PP mobler.
Denmark, c1980s.
Suprisingly comfy, the original upholstery has been retained but has...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Wool
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner.
Designer Biography :
"Best known for his chairs and 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 Wegner’s best chair designs, seen in dealer listings below, have their roots in traditional seating...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Wood
Wegner J16 Rocking Chair - Black Lacquer Oak/Natural Paper Cord by HansJ.Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
Hans J. Wegner showed an early interest in the rocking chair as a design object, and J16 was one of his first chairs ever put into production. The very first version was designed in ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J Wegner Solid Teak Architect's Desk Model 571
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Andersen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is a beautiful and pristine solid teak desk by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen in the mid-1950s. Stainless hardware, all teak. Condition is excellent.
Professional, s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
PP 35 - Side table in ash by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PP 35 - side table in solid ash with wengé detail. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Ash
$1,367 / item
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa For Getama. model 236/4 Made in Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa . retains original spring seat cushions. in need of reupholstering,, original ink stamp GETAMA ,hans wegner Classic Modernist Design,,
Frame in solid...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Lounge Chair in Oak and Patinated Leather by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in oak and patinated leather. Designed by Hans J. Wegner M.A.A for Carl Hansen furniture. Great original condition. Made in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Shallow chip on top of chair back measuring 1/2 inch long. Chair back’s sixth and seventh spindle from right slightly loose. Lamination along top of chair back slightly worn.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-501 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1967 by Hans Wegner, the 501A highback lounge chair blends timeless elegance and comfort. Crafted in laminated, bent oak and hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-259 Day Bed, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 259 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in soli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
$5,141 / item
Hans Wegner GE-526 Dining Table, Laminate Table Top in Oak with Legs in Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1970, the 526 dining table features unparalleled craftsmanship. Flawless joinery throughout. This table is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ged...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with pure aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid soap treated oak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Early Original Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen MCM Model Jh0567 Teak Dining Table
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Countryside, IL
Early Original Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen midcentury Model JH0567 Teak Dining Table
This table measures: 70.5 wide x 51.5 deep x 28 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches,...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner for Getama Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Hans Wegner lounge chairs constructed in oak with grey upholstery by GEMTANA.
Danish modern styling with the rustic quality of oak.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH20 Elbow Chair Oak with Caramel Leather Pad
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid oak frame and caramel leather seat. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to circ...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Foam
Hans Wegner Wall Mounted Shelf Produced by Ry Møbler in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall mounted shelf designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Ry Møbler in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Valet Chair Model 540 Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Valet chair model 540 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen,
Denmark, 1953.
Teak, oak and brass.
Stamped.
H: 94 cm
W: 51 cm
D: 50 cm
SH: 44.5 cm
Hans J. Wegn...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair Cherry
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood chair in the Fritz Hansen collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
$12,248 / item
2015 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Wing Lounge Chair Model CH445 Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Wing chair by Carl Hansen, model CH445, originally designed in 1960 by Hans J. Wegner. At the time of its inception, only a few examples were produced. Carl Hansen & Søn re...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner GE-526 Dining Table, Veneered Top in Oak with Legs in Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1970, the 526 dining table features unparalleled craftsmanship. Flawless joinery throughout. This table is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ged...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6 by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6. All in patinated oak and partially patinated wicker.
Stamped from the manufacturer Carl Hansen & Sons, designed by Hans J. Wegner.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Oak
$16,989 / set
Hans Wegner Rosewood Coffee Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Rosewood and steel legged coffee table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured by Andeas Tuck.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Set of 8 Hans Wegner GE Dining Chairs for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak, Wood
Scandinavian Armchair "The Chair", Designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian desk chair in solid mahogany Hans Wegner. Edition Johannes Hansen, circa 1970. Assisi renovated full grain leather walnut Sørensen. The full grain leather is an uncorrec...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Danish Design Classsic GE 290 Three Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Renens, CH
One of the most recognized designs by Hans Wegner and probably the whole danish mid-century modern period is the GE 290 sofa and arm chair produced by Getama. The 290 series is recog...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion
wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &Son.
Good condition , some light scratches
The CH07 Shell...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rocking chair 'J16' by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Classic rocking chair model 'J19' designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Seagrass, Beech
Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extraordinary Hans Wegner China chairs designed in 1944 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1967. This set of 6 chairs, made of solid rosewood, is an incredibly rare find....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$107,039 / set
Hans J. Wegner “China” Chair in Brazilian Rosewood for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Victoria, BC
An exquisite example of Hans Wegner’s enduring artistry, this 1960s “China Chair” (model FH4283) for Fritz Hansen is crafted from exceptionally figured Brazilian rosewood, showcasing...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
1950s Hans J. Wegner Chest of Drawers
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A meticulously crafted cabinet known as a 'Telephone Table' made from teak, featuring a black laminated top, oak dowel legs with elegant steel recessed pulls.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-century modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Gap between arm and chair back measuring approximately 1/4 inch. Some light water staining on both arms. Wood split to one seat joint measuring 3/8 and 5/8 inches on either side. Four deeper scratches on back. Area of staining on bottom chair rung measuring 2 3/4 inches long. Chair back’s fifth spindle from right with wood chip measuring 1 inch long. Chair back’s sixth spindle from left loose.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Teak & Oak Drop Leaf End Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautifully crafted early example end or side table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker, Andreas Tuck. This teak and oak table has two extendable sid...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Oak, Teak
Midcentury Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather & Rosewood by Hans J. Wegner, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Anker Pedersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Mini bear lounge chair in patinated leather and armrest in solid rosewood, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Anker Pedersen (AP Stolen) in 1958. Made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Leather, Rosewood, Oak
Hans J Wegner A.P Stolen wingback lounge chair 1960's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Björnlunda, SE
Rare wing back lounge chairs produced by AP Stolen. Fully restored and reupholstered in boucle furniture textile, comfortable flared arms and stained oak wood legs, designed by Hans ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Textile, Oak
Large Freestanding Desk by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 810 - Freestanding desk with wengé top. Front with two drawers, frame and handle in matt chromed steel. Designed in 1970. Hans J. Wegner / Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Steel
High Armchair Made In Oak & Red Wool By Hans J. Wegner For Getama From 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lejre, DK
A high armchair in oak and red wool fabric, designed by the legendary Danish furniture architect Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama in the 1960s.
This impressive armchair is ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Pair of Armchairs, Model PP-201
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner pair of oak armchairs, model PP-201. Oak with papercord seats, top rails with wengé inlays. Designed in 1969. Produced by PP Møbler, model PP 201. Literature: 'Wegner's 100 chairs...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Papercord, Oak
$7,500 / set
Hans Wegner, Folding Lounge Chair model JH-512, circa 1960, by Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Folding Lounge Chair, model JH-512, original design 1949, this example possibly produced circa 1960.
Produced by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, an...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Brass
Hans J. Wegner furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Hans J. Wegner 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 Hans J. Wegner furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1,167 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 368 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Hans J. Wegner were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $170 and can go as high as $110,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,031.
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Questions About Hans J. Wegner Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Hans Wegner furniture, familiarize yourself with the Danish designer's pieces by conducting some online research. He is particularly well known for his chairs, including the Peacock chair, a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair, and the Wishbone chair, which has a distinctive Y-shaped back splat.
Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally rescaled English wingback chair, while his 1963 Shell chair has a curved surfboard-shaped seat.
Wegner's primary material was wood, so pieces crafted out of composites, plastics or metals are less likely to be by Wegner. Some of his pieces do bear his signature, but not all do. As a result, experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist with the identification process.
On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Hans Wegner furniture. - Is Hans Wegner real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hans Wegner is indeed a real person. He was a prolific furniture designer affectionately referred to as “the master of the chair”. Throughout his lifetime, he created 500 chairs, all considered masterpieces. Shop a collection of Hans Wegner’s furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024To tell if a Wishbone chair is real, closely examine its construction. A genuine chair will usually have a one-piece back and armrest unit with no visible seams, and the legs should be smooth with an equal, regularly shaped taper. In addition, the seat will typically have a very tight paper weave. Genuine Wishbone chairs often have a label with the Carl Hansen logo and Hans Wegner's signature hidden under their seats. However, these labels can come loose and may be missing, even on real Wishbone chairs. If you're unsure about the authenticity of your piece, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Find a variety of Wishbone chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
- How do I pronounce Hans Wegner?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Hans Wegner, say "Hans VEG-ner." His last name is Danish. Native speakers of the language may say the surname like "VAY-ner," but "VEG-ner" is the standard in English. Find a selection of Hans Wegner furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify a Hans Wegner chair, look for hallmarks of his style. Most joints feature mortise and tenon construction, and armrests and seat supports are often hand-sculpted. Nearly all of his chair frames are solid wood. A piece fashioned out of wood composites is unlikely to be genuine. Find a collection of expertly vetted Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not Hans Wegner chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. The Danish furniture designer did design his pieces with functionality in mind, striving to craft chairs that users would enjoy sitting in. Many of his chairs built upon traditional designs, such as the Peacock chair inspired by the classic Windsor chair. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Hans Wegner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Hans J. Wegner was famous for creating chairs and other types of seating. Some of the Danish designer's most well-known pieces include the Papa Bear chair, the Round chair, the Wishbone chair and the China chair. Find a collection of Hans J. Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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