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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 tablesHans 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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Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair with ottoman, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with ottoman loose cushions new upholstered with vintage full grain aniline leather. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290, soap treated Oak, 1970s Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with two tone grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, set of six PP205 armchairs, Denmark.
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner six armchairs with solid oiled mahogany frame New upholstered with full grain vintage tan aniline leather. Model PP205, made by PP Møbler.
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa upholstered with savak wool. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with light grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wool

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with yellow fabric. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Oculus Lounge Chair and ottoman in Full grain brandy leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair and ottoman in brandy full grain aniline leather. Legs of brushed stainless steel. Model Oculus, made by Carl Hansen.
Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hans J. Wegner, set of six PP68 armchairs, Denmark.
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner six armchairs with solid lacquered frame Original Danish paper cord seats. Model PP68, made by PP Møbler.
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Papercord

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Divina wool in 100 % New Zealand wool. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wool

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with light Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wool

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Frame of solid oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair, leather
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair new upholstered with vintage tobacco full grain aniline leather. Frame in solid beech. Model 1788, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Beech

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with boucle. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with black leatheer. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with green Magrethe wool fabric. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, 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 oak. Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa Model 235/4
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with Halligdal wool from Kvadrat Frame in solid soap treated oak. Model 235/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, 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 tan aniline leather. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid teak. Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Teak

Rocking Chair with ottoman by Hans J. Wegner, Model J16
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner rocking chair with ottoman frame of beech. Seat made of papercord. Model J16    
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Divina wool in 100 % New Zealand wool. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with pure aniline leather. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with grey 130 Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Frame of solid oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with ottoman made of solid oak. Original upholstered with Hallingdal 227 from Kvadrat Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak. New upholstered with vintage Yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with Hallingdal 180 from Kvadrat Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with Hallingdal 130 from Kvadrat Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with black leatheer. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wool

Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak. New upholstered with black pure aniline leather. Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of new laquered black oak. New upholstered with vintage aniline leather. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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

Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Boucle. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, 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 vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Frame of solid oiled oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 240, Oak and teak, 1970s Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of oiled oak and teak armrests. New upholstered with green magrethe wool. Model 240 Cigar, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair, wool and black stained oak. Model 1788
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair original upholstered with dark grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame in black stained oak. Model 1788, made by Fredericia.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair / Rocking Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair / rocking chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Frame of soap treated oak Model Nøglehullet, made by GETAMA.
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375, mad...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with blue wool. Frame of solid soap treated oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 240, Oak and teak, 1970s Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of oiled oak and teak armrests. New upholstered with yellow fabric. Model 240 Cigar, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Frame of solid oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Coda 2 from Kvadrat. Frame of solid oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with full grain aniline leather from Sørensen. Frame of solid soap treated oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner tray table, oak, wenge, steel and formica. Model GE453
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner tray table with frame of steel. Plate of black and white formica, oak sides with wenge handle. Model GE453, made by Getama.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with light grey wool. Frame of solid soap treated oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with green Magrethe wool fabric from Nevotex. Frame of oak. With armrests. Model GE-375,...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with black pure full grain aniline leather. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner Sofa Table, Model AT15, Solid Oak, Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner sofa table made in solid soap treated oak. Model AT15, made by Andreas Tuck.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lufthavnsstole Model AP38, black leather
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lufthavnsttole designed for Kastrup Airport. Upholstered with black leather. Base and sides in steel. Model AP38, made by AP stolen.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Hallingdal from Kvadrat. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290, soap treated Oak, 1970s Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with boucle. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair upholstered with alcantara and nature leather buttons. Frame in solid beech. Model 1788, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Beech, Leather, Fabric

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool fabric. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wool

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.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hans 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Whether 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, 2022
    Hans 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, 2022
    You 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, 2022
    What 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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