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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 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 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: Sputnik Modern
Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans Wegner "Buck" lounge chair model JH517 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Sculpted teak frame and arms, manufacturer's stamp to rear stretcher. Reupholstered.
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Teak

Eight Armchairs by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of eight oak armchairs model JH507 designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This set of chairs came directly from the Francis A. Countway ...
Category

1960s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak

Twelve Teak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of twelve solid teak "round" chairs deigned by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This is an original set that has always lived together. The teak has been oiled and th...
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Oak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of oak and leather round chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak

Armchair Designed by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A leather and oak armchair designed by Hans Wegner.
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of AP-30 Piano Stools by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of teak and leather AP-30 stools designed by Hans Wegner for AP-Stolen.
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

Materials

Teak

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GE290 lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, Denmark. Solid oiled oak frames, loose cushions upholstered in an off-white handwoven bespoke fabric. Lounge chair GE290 is a much appreciated early design by Hans Wegner. Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort and much convenience is offered from the wide armrests that can hold a cup, book and phone...
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Dining Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s. Wenge, steel, and leather. Set of six.
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Pair of Scandinavian Tripod Stools, 1950's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian (possibly French) 'Seat' tripod stools, 1950's Oak, fine construction details Measures: H: 16 D seat: 10 W seat: 13, legs at base are apart 15.5-18 in.
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Hans J. Wegner Pair of Chinese Chairs in Mahogany for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Chinese chairs in mahogany. Loose seat cushions upholstered with leather, fitted with buttons. Executed by Fritz Hansen.
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H. J. Wegner Set of 4 Wishbone Chairs CH 24, Green by Carl Hansen & Son, 1970s
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Here is a rare set of 4 Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) wishbone chairs model no. CH 24 manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark. They are made of solid wood with green lacquer and gre...
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Rare Set of 8 Hans Wegner Bullhorn Chairs by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Extremely rare set of 8 original Hans J. Wegner Bullhorn chairs. These chairs are in teak with rosewood joins. Immensely well made and extremely...
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Hans Wegner Mid-Century Original Classic JH-512 Folding Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. This exquisite folding chair was designed by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and is in its original finish and cane seat and back. The chair has the...
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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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  • Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
  • Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
  • Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
H 30 in. W 28.5 in. D 29 in.
The Chair, Model JH503, Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This is a teak and leather chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen in the 1950s. The model JH 503 is known as "The Chair" or "The Round Chair" and is a collector's item ...
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A Set Of Four Hans Wegner Folding Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stunning set of four (4) Hans Wegner folding chairs produced by Johannes Hansen, ca' 1950's. Original caning in very good condition and ...
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Special Edition Hans Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair in Purple with Black Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
Wishbone Chair in purple lacquered oak with black papercord seat designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen. Marked and numbered with Carl Hansen label. The Hans Wegner Wishbone Chair, also known as the CH24 chair...
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Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957 Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model is based on the AP-29 Papa Bear ottoman. The rarely seen piano stool has an additional cro...
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  • Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
  • Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
  • Hans Wegner AP-30 Teak Piano Stool c1950s
H 20.48 in. W 36.23 in. D 16.93 in.
Previously Available Items
Pair of Hans Wegner CH-25 Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of Oak and Danish cord CH-25 lounge chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son.
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  • Pair of Hans Wegner CH-25 Lounge Chairs
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  • Pair of Hans Wegner CH-25 Lounge Chairs
H 28.5 in. W 27.75 in. D 30 in.
Four Armchairs by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four teak armchairs with leather upholstery. Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
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Ten Teak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
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  • Ten Teak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
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  • Ten Teak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
H 30.25 in. W 24.875 in. D 21 in.
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Reversible Top Coffee Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s. A reverse topped coffee table with oak frame, stamped by maker, and a top of teak on one side and black formica on the other.
Category

1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

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Pair of Hans Wegner Slatted Benches for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of solid teak benches designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
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Pair of Papa Bear Chairs and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
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Dining Table by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A large teak dining table with oak base designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Measures: table: 51.5 x 70.5 L two leaves"...
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H 29 in. W 120.75 in. D 51.5 in.
Hans Wegner Rosewood "President" Cabinet
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully grained rosewood tambour door "President" credenza designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler.
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

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  • Hans Wegner Rosewood "President" Cabinet
  • Hans Wegner Rosewood "President" Cabinet
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H 31.25 in. W 78.75 in. D 19.25 in.
Pair of Papa Bear Chairs by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of fully restored Papa Bear chairs designed by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen. Reupholstered in Maharam wool.
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Furniture

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Early Original Round Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
An early all original cane classic chair designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
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  • Early Original Round Chair by Hans Wegner
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H 30 in. W 24.75 in. L 30 in.
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A fully restored Papa bear chair designed by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen. Reupholstered in Maharam wool.
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Valet Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
An iconic valet chair in teak and oak. Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
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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.
Questions About Hans J. 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 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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