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Hans J. Wegner Seating

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
Hans Wegner, Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn chair, model JH 505 designed by Wegner in 1952 and made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s teak frame with curved 'cow horn' ends to the back rail and inlaid ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Teak

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.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Seagrass, Beech

Set of Six Hans J Wegner 'JH811' Mid-Century Steel and Leather Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A scarce set of six dining chairs by legendary designer Hans J Wegner, Denmark, c1950s. 'JH811' model for Johannes Hansen. Original condition steel frames and light leather uph...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Steel

Danish Modern Oversized Teak Rocking Chair by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole
By Tarm Stole, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Modern oversized teak rocking chair / rocker by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole, circa 1970s This chair is even more impressive in person....
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

1960s Set of Six Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Wishbone Dining Chairs
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original set of six Wishbone Armchairs, designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son in 1950. This set was produced in Denmark in the 1960s, and the listed price includ...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Steel

Hans J. Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair Oak Oil Leather Thor 325 for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Hans J. Wegner designed the stackable Elbow Chair in 1956. However, it was first put into production by Carl Hansen and Søn in 2005, soon establishing itself as an award winning mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Oak

Pair of CH33 Hans Wegner Chairs
By Josef Frank, Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Brescia, IT
Iconic 1950s Danish chairs with oak frame and seat upholstered in signature fabric by Josef Frank. Pair of chairs model CH33 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hans...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak

Hans Wegner CH25 Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Renens, CH
The CH25 lounge chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950 for Carl Hansen and Son. It is one of the earliest models in Wegner’s lounge chair series and has remained in continuous ...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wood

C. 2020 Pair of Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Lounge Chairs in Oak with Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH44 Ladderback Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1951. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2020. They are comp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak, Fabric, Foam

Hans J. Wegner CH23 Chair Walnut Oil Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The CH23 Dining Chair, reintroduced in 2017, was one of the first chairs Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1950. The CH23 incorporates many fine, sophi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Walnut

Pair of Hans J. Wegner Chair FH 4103 Heart Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Hans J. Wegner stockable ‘heart’ tripod chairs, the seat made of the veneered teak frame and top rail of teak, Designed in 1952. Produced by Fritz Hansen, model FH 4103. Fully restor...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Folding Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner folding chair of oak model JH-512, 1949. Executed by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Cane, Oak

Set of 12 Hans Wegner Dining Chair PP203 by PP Mobler Denmark 1969
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare set of 12 dining chairs model pp203 by Hans J. Wegner were designed in 1969 for the famous factory PP Mobler in Denmark and made in the 1970s / 1980s. One of the most iconi...
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1970s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Teak

New Upholstered Pair of GE-19 Hans Wegner Daybeds
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
New upholstered pair of daybeds GE-19 by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark, 1956. Early production! As part of the restoration, we had new mattresses made for the daybeds and a new ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Brass

Collectible Design: Hans Wegner JH 516 Lounge Chairs for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Renens, CH
An original pair of very rare JH516 lounge chairs by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hansen during the 1950s. A rare opportunity to purchase an investment piece that rarely becomes available on the market. Materials: Oak, cane Origination: Denmark, 1950s. Labelled on underside of one chair. Condition: Very good as per images. Signs of use on the wood, we found a superficial hairline crack on one of the armrests, and one armrest with chipped wood...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Cane, Oak

Hans J. Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair Walnut Oil Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The very first model Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1949, the CH24 Wishbone Chair, has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950....
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Walnut

Papa Bear Armchair & Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The celebrated Papa Bear chair with matching footrest. Dimensions listed are for chair.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Danish Lounge Chair The Airport Chair by Hans Wegner, 1950’s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
This iconic Danish lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner in 1958 for AP Stolen is known as the Airport Chair (AP 39), originally created for the lounge areas of Copenhagen Kastrup Ai...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Chrome

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Armchairs, 1970
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful 1970s side chairs 'Koldinghus' by Hans Wegner, with arms, in oak with straps of hemp, stackable, marked, very comfortable. Priced individually.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Hemp, Oak

1960s Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH28P Sawbuck Oak Lounge Chair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a solid oak Sawbuck lounge chair, model CH28P, designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. This particular piece was produced by Carl Hansen & S√∏n in the 1960s. The design features a s...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Metal

Hans Wegner dining CH 23 chairs Danish Mid Century set of 6
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dublin, IE
An original set of six Hans Wegner CH 23 dining chairs designed in 1950 and made during the 1950’s by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, with rattan wicker seats. Makers mark underneath. ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Oak armchair with wide paddle form arms and sculpted and inlaid back. Also having a Danish paper cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen &...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Oak

Set of 2 Hans Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Pair of iconic CH24 “Wishbone” chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in Denmark. Crafted from solid beech, finished in black lacquer, and featuring woven paper cord seats in beautiful co...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wood, Papercord

2023 Pair of Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Chair in Beech Lavendar
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH24 Wishbone dining chairs, originally designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. These particular examples were produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark in 2023. The chairs ar...
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2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Cord, Wood, Beech, Paper

Pair of armchairs by Dal Vera
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
1950s pair of Italian chairs In cherrywood upholstered in their original faux leather in tan colour.
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1950s Italian Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Faux Leather, Cherry

Pair of armchairs by Dal Vera
Pair of armchairs by Dal Vera
$2,182 Sale Price / set
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Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Houston, TX
Iconic 20th century Hans Wegner cream lacquer and leather shell chair. This stunning Hans Wegner designed shell lounge chair manufactured by Carl H...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Wood

FH 4283 - 'China Chair' in Brazilian rosewood by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FH 4283 - 'China Chair' in Brazilian rosewood with cushion in patinated black leather. Designed in 1944 by Hans J. Wegner and made by Fritz Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH402 Kastrup Sofa in Sif Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH402 Two-Seater Kastrup sofa without arms. The sofa is made with a stainless steel frame and natural color leather. Designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Stainless Steel

2023 Set of Three Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Dining Arm Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of three CH24 Wishbone dining chairs, originally designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. These particular examples were produced by Carl Hansen in Denmark C. 2023. The chai...
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2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Wood

AP-30 Piano Stool in Oak and Original Fabric by Hans J. Wegner, 1957
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
AP-30 Piano Stool in Oak and Original Fabric by Hans J. Wegner, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Oak and Fabric Style: Mid Century, Scandinavian Stool Produced by A.P. Stolen...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Ox Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Red Fabric, Chrome Legs.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kansas City, MO
Hans Wegner Ox Chair and Ottoman Model AP 46 expertly reupholstered in a red wood blend fabric. This iconic mid century design is in great condition and ready t...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Chrome

Pair of “AP 16” Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
By A. P. Stohlen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant and comfortable “AP 16” lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made from oak and upholstered with cosy sheepskin.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak, Sheepskin

2020 CH33T Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Silver Grey
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH33T Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid beech frame and painted Silver Grey (we believe ...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Beech

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs. The chair’s signa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Cowhide, Walnut

2021 Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans Wegner in Soft Yellow / Hollyhock
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair made with a solid beech wood frame, painted Hollyhock yellow, and a natural paper cord seat. This chair has an unmarked box, but appears to be in...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Beech, Papercord

Hans J. Wegner Two-Seat Sofa, steel and nature leather. CH102
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegnr two seat sofa in original patinated nature leather. Frame of stainless steel.. Model Ch102, made by Carl Hansen & Søn.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Stainless Steel

Hans J. Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair Seaweed Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The very first model Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1949, the CH24 Wishbone Chair, has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950....
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Beech

Hans Wegner CH 22 Lounge Chair for Carl Hanson & Son
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design CH 22 lounge chair for Carl Hanson & Son, Denmark. Rare original model expertly refinished with its original danish cord seat. Organic free form design that is ver...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak

Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner Beechwood & Cord Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner composed of a beechwood frame, hand twisted natural cord seat, & a clear lacquered finish. This piece ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Cord, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Pair of Hans J. Wegner GE-280 Teak Red Leather Lounge chairs by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Hans J. Wegner GE-280 Teak Red Leather Lounge chairs by GETAMA. Solid teak sculpted frames with steel support structure. Newly reupholstered in Red Leather with new foam. Gre...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Steel

2020 CH46 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Black Oak and Paper Cord
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH46 Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a black solid oak frame and black paper cord seat. Th...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Oak

Midcentury Scandinavian Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 sofa is one of Hans Wegner's timeless pieces. The solid oak frame has angled, diagonal legs. The armrests are flat and wide, thus giving this sofa it's nickname: the plank sofa...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Set of 6 Danish Hans Wegner CH-23 Beech Teak Dining Chairs Carl Hansen 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning, first generation, run of six Danish Modern dining chairs in beech with contrasting teak backrests. The model CH-23 was designed in 1950 by Hans Wegner exclusively for Car...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Beech, Teak

Set of 7 Hans Wegner W2 Chairs for C.M. Madsen Denmark, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of 7 'W2' chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner in Denmark during the 1960s. These oak-framed chairs showcase a sleek, modern design, highlighted by beautifully sculpted backrests...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner Midcentury Armchairs for GETAMA, Set of Four
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, this set of four GE 151 armchairs are a Classic example of Mid-Century Modern design. Featuring angular black painted beechwood frames and arms, the newly restored chairs...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Faux Leather, Wood

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Holly Hunt Alpaca
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
The Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007 "Papa Bear" Chair, model AP19, produced for A.P Mobler and designed in 1951, epitomizes luxurious comfort and timeless craftsmanship. Upholstered with Ho...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs. The chair’s signa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Walnut, 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 light green Magrethe wool from Nevotex. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s. Signed.     
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner CH24 Chair Walnut Lacquer Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The very first model Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1949, the CH24 Wishbone Chair, has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950....
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Walnut

Rare Pair of Red Hans Wegner Arm Chairs for Hansen and Son. Original. Signed.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare and desirable pair of red side chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Hansen and Son, Denmark, 1950s. These are in very good completely origin...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wood

Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Model J16 Rocking Chair, 1961
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful model J16 rocking chair by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, designed in 1944, in light-gray painted beech with woven paper cord seat. This example was produced in 1961, features...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Papercord, Beech

JH 512 - 'Fireplace chair' folding chair in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 512 - 'Fireplace chair', folding chair, in patinated oak with seat and back in partly original wicker. Original hook for wall hanging included. Designed in 1949 by Hans J. Wegner....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wicker, Oak

Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair made in black painted. Loose seat c...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957 Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model was an evolution of the AP-29 Papa Bear ottoman. The rarely seen piano stool has an additional c...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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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 vintage tan full grain aniline leather. Frame of solid oiled oak Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wool, Oak

Dining Chair Model CH36 In Oak & Paper Wicker By Hans J. Wegner From 1962s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Classic dining chair, model CH36, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1962 and produced by Carl Hansen & Son. The chair is made of solid oak with a seat in hand-woven paper yarn. Designer...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating

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Wicker, Oak

Hans J. Wegner seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 839 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 308 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner seating 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 $5,160.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Seating
  • 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 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 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 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 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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