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 tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Hans Wegner’s best chair designs have their roots in traditional seating forms. The Peacock chair (designed in 1947) is a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair; pieces from the China chair series (begun in 1944) as well as the 1949 Wishbone chair, with its distinctive Y-shaped back splat, are derived from 17th-century Ming seating pieces, as is the upholstered Ox chair (1960). Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Wegner’s most representative piece, the Round chair (1949), gained a footnote in political history when it was used on the TV stage of the first Kennedy-Nixon debate of 1960. That chair, along with Wegner’s more bravura designs — for example, the 1963 Shell chair, with its curved surfboard-shaped seat — bring a quietly sculptural presence to a room.
Wegner was a designer who revered his primary material — wood — and it shows. His wood gathers patina and character with age; every Hans Wegner piece testifies to the life it has led.
Find vintage Hans Wegner lounge chairs, armchairs, daybeds and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Hans J. Wegner
2006 Hans Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn in Oak w/ Leather Seats
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1956. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2006. The listed price includes on...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Lacquer
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern "GE-240" Lounge Chairs in Oak, GETAMA 1955
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early set of "Cigar" lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner from the original GETAMA production of the iconic GE-240 series. This set has only had one owner who bought the set in the m...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Keyhole Rocker for Getama, Denmark in Oak and Leather Circa 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Peabody, MA
An original 1960s Hans Wegner "keyhole" rocker in darkened oak, reupholstered in vermillion colored leather. Model GE 673 for Getama, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Cigar Sofa by Hans J. Wegner GE 240/3
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic Scandinavian Design. This sofa is beautiful from any angle and timeless in its strikingly modern design. With a frame made from solid oak which is in fantastic original condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Pair Hans J. Wegner "the Chair" Model JH503 in Oak for Johannes Hansen. Signed
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautiful pair of "The Chairs" or "Round Chairs" designed by Hans Wagner and made by Johannes Hansen for distribution but Knoll International. These have been expertly refinished an...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
10 China Dining Chairs by Hans Wagner. 1982 Production. Hardly Used. Signed.
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of ten "China" chairs designed by Hans Wegner and made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1982. Acquired from the original owner, these chairs were rarely used. Cherry wood with loose c...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak
Carl Hansen & Son CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans Wegner, Set of Six
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basildon, London
The CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son is an enduring icon of Scandinavian design. Defined by its elegant curved backrest and distinctive wishbone-shaped fra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH515 Danish Teak Occasional Chairs - Pair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-515 Mid Century Danish Teak Occasional Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 26 wide x 21 deep x 32.5 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Early Daybed GE-258 in Oak and Cane by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in oak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1954. Backrest in wicker cane. Original mattress with grey fabric. Early production 1950s. with beatiful patina and round legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Oak
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oirlo, LI
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen Iconic 'Peacock' Chair Model JH-550 designed by architect an...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Available now is an absolutely stunning lounge chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950's AP-19, with matching ottoman AP-29. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
Set of Six Classic Chairs by Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great set of six (6) Hans Wegner JH-501 classic chairs. Teak and cane. Restored and recaned.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Armchair Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Oak and canvas.
Measurements:
H: 66 cm/ 2' 2"
SH: 33.5 cm/ 1' 1 1/4"
D: 68 cm/ 2' 2 3/4"
W: 76 cm/ 2' 6 3/4".
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for cr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Set of Four Hans Wegner for PP Møbler PP 209 Chairs in Oiled Oak and Papercord
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare set of four PP209 Hans Wegner arm chairs in oiled oak and paper-cord, produced by PP Møbler (for DSB ferries), between 1974 and 2004. Unlike th...
Category
1990s Danish Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
$4,997 Sale Price
50% Off
Hans J. Wegner “China Chair” FH-4283 for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
“China Chair”. Armchair, mahogany frame, cream leather seat Model 4283. Designed 1944 by Hans Wegner and manufactured and marked by Fritz Hansen.
Literature: “Nyt Tidsskrift for Kun...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Flag Halyard lounge chair by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler, 2002
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous second generation Flag Halyard lounge chair by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. With the Flag Halyard Chair, Hans Wegner paid tribute to the great Modernists such as Le Corbusier,...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Pair of Hans Wegner Rosewood China Chairs c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - Pair of Model FH-4283 China Chairs, 1944
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark these versions of Wegner's iconic design are made in exquisite, highly figured rosewood...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are four (sold individually) Wishbone chairs, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chairs are made with a solid beech frame, painted bright...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Danish Design Classic GE 290 Arm Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Renens, CH
One of the most recognized designs by Hans Wegner and probably the whole danish mid-century modern period is the GE 290 sofa and arm chair produced by Getama. The 290 series is most ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair Oak Oil Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
$1,004 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Teak W2 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of four teak W2 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made for CM Madsen factory. Sometimes referred to as "Heart Chair" and as W2. Draft of 1953, fra...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
$7,500 / set
Hans Wegner's Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-29, also known as the Papa Bear Chair is truly iconic in newly upholstered grey Maharam wool. The chair features beautiful oak legs and teak paws. The matching ottoman is up...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Lounge Chair CH-22 by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
The Hans Wegner CH22 lounge chair is a design created by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn. It is a low armchair with a solid wood construction, featuring characte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
4 Early Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker'...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Stool in Oak and Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1954
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Stool in Oak and Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1954
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rare stool model JH-539
Produced by cabin...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Danish Rocking Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, oak, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
1960s Hans J. Wegner "Keyhole" Chair in Oak and Canvas
A rare and refined example of Hans J. Wegner’s masterful design, this 1960s "Keyhole" chair embodies the Danish designer’s sig...
Category
20th Century Danish Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair Produced by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / The Chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
2015 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Wing Lounge Chair Model CH445 Fabric
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Wing chair by Carl Hansen, model CH445, originally designed in 1960 by Hans J. Wegner. At the time of its inception, only a few examples were produced. Carl Hansen & Søn re...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen Reupholstered
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair and ottoman by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a number 12 to the underside of chair. Provenance: Illums Bolighus Kobenhaven tag affixed t...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Hans Wegner JH50 “Peacock Chair” in Oak and Teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Hans Wegner JH50 chair, or more commonly known as the “Peacock Chair” had its name blessed by famous designer, Finn Juhl, and was designed in 1947 an...
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
$4,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly reupholstered in fabric "Mons" from Astrid Textiles.
Very good condition. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak, Teak
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric
- sturdy and stable.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner Danish mid century vintage 2 seater sofa in forest green wool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dublin, IE
Hans Wegner Ge 233 (1952) 2 seater sofa made by Getama, Gedsted, Denmark 1950’s in beech and wool fabric by Abraham Moon.
The Hans Wegner GE233 sofa is a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Hans J. Wegner JH517 "Buck" Golden Oak Frame Lounge Chair - Holland and Sherry
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model JH517 "Buck" Lounge Chair in oak, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. The robust oak frame is features broad sculptural armrests and a gracefully curved backrest, o...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
$8,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Sofa by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa by Hans J. Wegner - Upholstered and restored with custom-made fabric by Hanne Vedel in Denmark. In great condition, made by AP Stolen in the 1950s."
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric
Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric
Style: Mid cen...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
Model no. CH-23 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Iconic mid-century modern design with webbed seating and inlay cross on seat backs.
Please confirm lo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,800 Sale Price / set
28% Off
Four-Seat Sofa by Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in New York, NY
An extra large version of the Wegner sofa for GETAMA. The four-seat sofa is preserved with original striped wool upholstery and oak hardwood legs.
Frame is in good sturdy conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
$4,900 Sale Price
30% Off
Hans Wegner Heart Stacking Dining Chairs Model Fh4103 By Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Wegner in the 1950s, the FH4103 was manufactured by Fritz Hansen and sold in London by Story’s of Kensington.
Constructed from beech and teak wood, the...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Beech, Oak
$5,803 Sale Price / set
58% Off
Hans J. Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair Oak Oil Leather Thor 301 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
$1,332 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Hans Wegner Danish mid century Lounge chairs GE 270 in black leather and teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dublin, IE
Pair of teak lounge chairs GE-270 designed by Hans Wegner in 1956 and made by Getama in Denmark during the late 1950’s or 1960’s.
Hans Wegner’s Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, introdu...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Hans Wegner 6-Leg Long Slatted Teak Xl Bench Danish Midcentury
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This is the largest Model JH-574 Bench. In the original finish. Showing wear from use. All joinery is tight, and this bench is ready to use. Also has a nice neat full burnished label...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78 Mama Bear' Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen FH 4103 Heart Dining Set
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining chair model FH4103 are designed by Hans Wegner in 1953. The chairs take up as little space as possible while embodying a simplistic, natural and timeles...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
JH 574 - Bench in solid teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 574 - Bench in solid teak with tapered legs. Marked by manufacturer Johannes Hansen and designed by Hans J. Wegner.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of Six 1970s Wishbone Chairs in style of Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Really nice set of 1970s wishbone chairs in the style of Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn. Beech frames and rush seats. Set may have been refinished at some point. Number sta...
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Rush, Beech
Vintage Rattan "JH512" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “JH512” folding lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak with rattan back and seat. Elegant handles for easily moving the chair around.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Rattan
Fabulous Pair Hans Wegner Model GE 300/1 Lounge Chairs Getama Gedsted Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare pair of vintage Getama Gedsted 1970s MCM cranberry color upholstered armchairs designed by Hans Wegner, Denmark, Model 300/1, with the more unusual metal legs. Each chair measu...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Metal
2021 CH23 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Painted Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH23 Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oak frame, painted red (we believe. it to ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the wood grain and flawless joinery throughout. It is hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmakers using traditional Scandinavian...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of Eight Danish Vintage CH-23 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic set of eight Danish vintage CH-23 dining chairs by for Carl Hansen. They were made in Denmark, they are early productions and date from the 1950’s.
The quali...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Vintage Hans Wegner Chair for Johannes Hansen, Made in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage solid oak armchair designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, model number JH-503 for Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark. The chair became immensely popular and was dubbed "The C...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner PP203 dining chairs in Mahogany and Red Leather for PP Møbler
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional set of eight dining chairs Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler, Denmark, designed in 1969, manufactured in the 1980s. The chairs are made with exceptional craftsmanship from sol...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge.
Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details.
Light linen fabric cushion with ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite model JH-540 valet chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Originally designed for a king, no detail is overlooked in its craftsmanship. Sculptu...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
$17,500
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
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...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Teak
"China Chair" PP66 by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark, Mid-20th Century
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Delft, NL
"China Chair" PP66 by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark
An oak "China Chair" with armrests and natural woven paperboard seat
The PP66 designed by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler De...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE290 Lounge Chairs in Oak with Wool Cushions, Getama, 1970s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
A pair of iconic GE290 lounge chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Getama in Denmark during the 1970s. Crafted in solid oak with Wegner’s characteristic angled frame and...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
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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.
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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, 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, 2022You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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