Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Danish, 1914-2007
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 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.
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Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Dealer: DeAngelis
Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner buck lounge chair, Model JH517 for Johannes Hansen. A rare model chair by the master in original finish oiled teak and newly upholstered in a ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Nesting Tables for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design nesting tables Model AT40 for Andreas Tuck, Denmark. High quality construction and attention to detail in solid teak and just newly refinished and ready to inst...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner President Credenza, Model RY25
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner rosewood credenza model RY25 for Rye Mobler Denmark.
The rarest and most sophisticated credenza designed by the master of Danish modern desig...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs for Carl Hanson & Son Model CH-22
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design lounge chairs for Carl Hanson & Son, Model CH-22 Denmark. An original matched pair of chairs in oak with original paperboard seats...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner valet chair for Johannes Hansen, Model JH-514. The ultimate valet chair designed to hold your coat, pants and tie to keep them from wrinkling with storage for belts and a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Brass
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design "Papa Bear" chair and matching ottoman produced for A.P. Stolen, Denmark. This an original matched set that has been perfectly refinished and newly upholstered ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Upholstery, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman, Model AP-29
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair ottoman, model AP-29. Perfect as a casual bench or stool. Made from solid shaped teak with original...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Drop Leaf Dining Table for Andreas Tuck, Model AT-314
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design drop leaf dining table for Andreas Tuck, Model AT-314.
Rare and impressive larger than any other Wegner dining table, often referred to as the saber leg table...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Teak Credenza Model RY-26 for RY Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design teak credenza model RY-26 for RY Mobler, Denmark. High quality construction and attention to detail made with a teak case and oak interior. In very good original c...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Original CH-25 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner original vintage design lounge chair, model CH-25 for Carl Hanson & Son, Denmark.
Perfect balance of simplicity in design and optimum comfo...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Oak
Hans Wegner Credenza or Hutch for RY-Mobler, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner credenza or hutch for RY-Mobler, Denmark. High quality construction and materials executed by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler, Model RY 20. Beautiful warm colored teak with dra...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
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Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Desk Model AT325 for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner desk model AT325 for Andreas Tuck, Denmark. Large and impressive desk made with high quality construction and attention to detail, newly refinish...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark. Model GE 290 solid oak frame in very good original condition with a newly upholstered wool cushion, signed.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J Wegner Coffee Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J Wegner design coffee table for Carl Hanson & Sons.
Made with a teak top and three splayed oak legs, perfectly refinished and labeled.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Hans Wegner Coffee Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner deign coffee table for Andreas Tuck, Denmark. Having a sculpted teak lip top on oak legs and supports, perfectly refinished and stamped.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J Wegner Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J Wegner design oak and teak lounge chair model JH-713 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
Simple elegance combined with high quality construction and restorations make for the perfe...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Settee Model JH 555
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful and rare example by Hans Wegner, Model JH 555 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950.
Very good original condition oak frame and original fabric...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Stool or Bench for Johannes Hansen Model JH539
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design teak and cane stool or bench for Johannes Hansen Model JH539, Denmark. Very nice original condition examples of this simple yet elegant be...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans Wegner Credenza or Hutch for RY Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design credenza or hutch for RY Mobler, Denmark. High quality construction and design with two cane sliding doors revealing adjustable shelves on top and six drawers belo...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Rocking Chair ML-33 for Mikael Laursen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design oak and black leather rocking chair. This is Hans Wegner's first rocking chair design, collaborating with Mikael Lau...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
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Hans J. Wegner furniture for sale on 1stDibs
The furniture of Hans J. Wegner are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are often made of wood and designed with extraordinary care. In our Hans J. Wegner collection, there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. In stock, we have 1,154 vintage editions of these items, while there are 426 modern editions to choose from as well. Many original furniture by Hans J. Wegner were created in Europe during the 20th century in Scandinavian Modern style. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Børge Mogensen. Prices for furniture by Hans J. Wegner can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $337 and tops at $98,280, while pieces like these can sell for $4,505.
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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, 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, 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, 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.
- 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.
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