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
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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...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model JH54 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model JH54 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Variant of Model JH507 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 16 dining chairs variant of model JH507 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair Produced by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / The Chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair / flag halyard chair designed by Hans Wegner
Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
Metal, flagline, sheepskin, cushion
1960s
Good vintage condition, with signs of usage...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
Armchair in Steel and Original Leather by Hans Wegner, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Armchair in Steel and Original Leather by Hans Wegner, 1970s
Additional Information:
Material: Steel and original leather
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Rare Armchair Model JH...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, circa 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, circa 1960s
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, flagline, sheepskin
Style: midcentury, Scandinavia
Very Rare Lounge Chair M...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Dining Table in Rosewood and Steel by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Table in Rosewood and Steel by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and steel
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Daybed Model GE-19 Produced by Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed model GE-19 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Getama in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Shelves Produced by Ry Møbler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall mounted shelves designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Ry Møbler in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
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
Hans Wegner Wall Mounted Sideboards Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall mounted sideboards designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Built in record player and storage compartments.
Dimensions (W x D x H): ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Desk Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding desk designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Sofa Model CH163 Produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model CH163 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Hans Wegner Armchair Model Jh-501 / the Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / the chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak, Cane
Hans Wegner Rocking Chair Model GE-273 Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare keyhole rocking chair model GE-273 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by GETAMA in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Beech
Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / The Chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Armchairs Model JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 Cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Hans Wegner Sofa Model AP-64 Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model AP-64 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-31 Produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare dining chairs model CH-31 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans Wegner Desk Model JH-563 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding desk model JH-563 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Dining Table Model AT-312 Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining table model AT-312 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark. Dimensions (W x D x H): 160 ( 280 ) x 100 x 71,5 cm.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Dining / Conference Table Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique dining / conference table designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Chrome, Steel
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
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Armchairs Model JH-525 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare armchairs model JH-525 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark. Matching set of 4 more chairs available.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Cowhorn Armchairs Model JH-505 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 4 Cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / the chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs and Stool Model EJ-100 by Erik Jørgensen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stool model EJ-100 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Erik Jørgensen in Denmark.
Dimensions chair (W x D x H): 100 x 95 x 90 cm, SH: 35 cm.
Dimensions s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model AP20 Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model AP20 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans Wegner Armchairs JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Hans Wegner Dining Table Model AT-312 Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining table model AT-312 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
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.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Large Dining Table Model JH-567 by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large dining table in solid teak model JH-567 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Easy Chair Model AP-16 by AP-Stolen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model AP-16 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Hans Wegner Dining Table Model JH-570 by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare dining table model JH-570 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Nesting Tables in Teak by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of nesting tables designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Dining Table Model AT-309 by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table model AT-309 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced in Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Dining Table Model AT-318 by Andreas Tuck in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare dining table or desk model AT-318 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model CH-28 by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of rare 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
Easy Chair Model AP-15 Designed by Hans Wegner Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model AP-15 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Sideboard Model RY-25 / President by Ry Møbler in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sideboard model RY-25 / President designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Ry møbler in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hans Wegner Sideboard Model RY-26 by RY Møbler in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sideboard model RY-26 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Ry Møbler in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
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
- 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.
- 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, 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, 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, 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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