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
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Black Painted Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Black Painted Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Teak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Teak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak. With armrests.
Model GE-375, mad...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Bar bench model PP589 by hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1953. made in solid oak wood. This bench was original from Wegners private house in Gentofte / Copenhagen. Documented on Bruun Rasmussen...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Ash
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Lounge Chair, Oiled Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 lounge chair features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Sculpted “cigar” shaped arms show off the natural beauty of wood ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner
GE-270 lounge chairs, 1956.
Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark c1950s. Sculpted teak frame with exposed, bespoke brass fittings. The frames have been carefully ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Wool
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model CH-28 by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of rare easy chairs model CH-28 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion
wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &Son.
Good condition , some light scratches
The CH07 Shell...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
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.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Cherry
4 Danish chairs, in black lacquered wood and leather, model CH 24 by Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Iconic Scandinavian chairs. These 1970s examples have been entirely refinished. The CH 24 chair, or "Wishbone Chair," is Hans Wegner's best-known creation....
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather
Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extraordinary Hans Wegner China chairs designed in 1944 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1967. This set of 6 chairs, made of solid rosewood, is an incredibly rare find....
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 6 'CH24' wishbone dining chairs by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six 'CH24' dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark. The chairs have an oak frame with natural varnish and a papercord seating.
Dimensions:
W: 55 cm
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Wegner J16 Rocking Chair - Black Lacquer Oak/Natural Paper Cord by HansJ.Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
Hans J. Wegner showed an early interest in the rocking chair as a design object, and J16 was one of his first chairs ever put into production. The very first version was designed in ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1950, sold as a set of 4 and we have 6 in total. This iconic model also known as the "Wishbone chair" is in oak and Danish rope, designed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of 3 (not two!) CH30 dining chairs by Hans Wegner in Oak and Teak and red upholstery.
This 1954 design is one of the outcomes of Wegner's ongoing search for the ideal chair. The curved organic shapes and the refined details make this chair a classic Wegner. He mainly worked with wood, making optimal use of the possibilities of the material.
The shapes of the CH30 Chair create a minimalist, elegant interplay of lines. The oval-shaped backrest slopes slightly backwards and offers good support for the back. The shape of the hind legs slopes backwards and thus ensures optimum stability. The seat of the chair is relatively wide and covered with red fabric stretched over a comfortable foam. The CH30P...
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1960s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
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.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat GE-285 Jubilee Sofa in Oak and Fabric by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa in oak and fabric by GETAMA
The model GE-285 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1985.
The simple yet very elegant Wegner design feature a ...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Vintage 1960s Hans Wegner 6-Leg Long Slatted Teak Xl Bench Danish Midcentury
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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 Wegner JH-713 Armchair in Oak and Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner, JH-713 Armchair, 1957
The JH-713 chair is from Danish master Hans Wegner’s golden collaboration period in the 1950s with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Intende...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oirlo, LI
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen Iconic 'Peacock' Chair Model JH-550 designed by archite...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Set of Six Midcentury Wishbone Chairs in Patinated Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six wishbone chairs in oak and paper cord designed by Hans J Wegner. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner's Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
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
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6 by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6. All in patinated oak and partially patinated wicker.
Stamped from the manufacturer Carl Hansen & Sons, designed by Hans J. Wegner.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Hans Wegner Pair of Armchairs, Model PP-201
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner pair of oak armchairs, model PP-201. Oak with papercord seats, top rails with wengé inlays. Designed in 1969. Produced by PP Møbler, model PP 201. Literature: 'Wegner's 100 chairs...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Wegner J16 Rocking Chair - Oiled Walnut/Natural Paper Cord by Hans J. Wegner
By Fredericia, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dubai, AE
Hans J. Wegner showed an early interest in the rocking chair as a design object, and J16 was one of his first chairs ever put into production. The very first version was designed in ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark circa 2022.
The chair measures 36.25 inches wide, has a depth of 32.75 inche...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' Armchair, A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1963
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in The Hague, NL
The iconic Papa Bear armchair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951. This armchair on offer here was produced in 1963 by A.P. Stolen, the first and original manufacturer of the AP-1...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Beech, Oak
Rocking Chair #45 by Hans J. Wegner for Tarm Stole & Mobelfabrik, 1960s
By Tarm Stole, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Breda, Netherlands
By Wegner for Tarm Stole & Mobelfabrik
Less common Hans J. Wegner rocking chair with the horizontal back rest supports from the Tarm furniture factory that ran as a subsidiary under...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat GE-285 Jubilee Sofa in Oak and Fabric by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa in oak and fabric by GETAMA
The model GE-285 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1985.
The simple yet very elegant Wegner design feature a ...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Seat Upholstered
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell chair has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand bui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Walnut
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
W2 - Dining chair by Hans J. Wegner
By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
W2 dining chair in oak with patinated wicker. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by cabinetmaker C.M. Madsen.
The wicker differs from each chair - contact for individual pictures.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair/Round Chair' Dining Chairs in Teak and Cane
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Møbelsnedkeri, PP Møbler, 'The Chair/Round Chair' dining chairs, teak, Denmark, 1949
An important pair of Hans J. Wegner dining chairs made in 194...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 21.5 wide x 20 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 28 inches
...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
2023 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Chair Beech Green w/ Papercord
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame painted spring green with a white paper cord seat. This chair was designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hans...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Beech, Papercord
Set Of Four Grey Wishbone Chairs of Model CH24 designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 4 Wishbone chairs, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. The chairs are painted in a grey colour, which ad...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-24S Footstool, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 ottoman features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s facto...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa Model 235/4
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with Halligdal wool from Kvadrat
Frame in solid soap treated oak.
Model 235/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with black pure aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Highback Lounge Chair 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 highback lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured by Getama, Denmark. Made in solid teak. Original cushions and fabric green color. 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa For Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Genarp, SE
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with bouclè fabric
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak
1960s Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Oak by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fine set of eight CH23 Dining Chairs in oak and paper cord, initially designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1950. These particular examples date to the 1960s. The roll...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH23 MCM Danish Teak Oak Dining Chairs - Pair
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH23 Mid Century Danish Teak and Oak Dining Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 20.5 wide x 19 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height/chair cle...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cord, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Walnut Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak & Walnut Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beaut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Walnut, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Painted Black for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Painted Black 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
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Model GE-240
Produced by Getama in Denmark, c1950s. The Cigar chair remains one of Wegner's most effective, contemporary and popular designs.
This exam...
Category
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Oak, Bouclé
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Boucle.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Model GE-290 Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner is a master furniture designer who has had a profound influence on the history of Danish furniture design. The GE290 is an iconic product, and its completed form is v...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood and Black Leath
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather.
Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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 wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Beech
Wegner "China Chair" for Fritz Hansen in Cherry and Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
At the Cabinetmakers' Guild's Autumn Exhibition in 1943, Wegner presented his first version of a chair inspired by an old Chinese chair, which he had...
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the early fifties. After the second world war various designers experimented with molded plywood. This chair was one of the results of Wegners efforts with at that time new technique of the future.
The frame is executed with traditional cabinetmaker's work in solid beech wood and two molded plywood shells in teak veneer. The chair is in very good solid condition and has some old joint repairs. The wood has been lightly cleaned / refinished to preserve its patina. The seat cushion is newly upholstered in Dedar Nimbus...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Piano Stool Model AP 30 by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A nice original piano stool by Hans J.Wegner, identical to the other one we have listed here, with the only real difference being that this one, although bought originally at the sam...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Wool
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat - Lacquered Walnut
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand bui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with pure tan aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid teak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 Oak W2 Chairs by Hans Wegner
By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of four solid oak W2 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made for CM Madsen factory. Seats have been previously reupholstered in a light wool fabric.
Category
1950s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Viintage Oak and Teak CH23 Side Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful oak and teak side chair model CH23 for Carl Hansen & son by Hans Wegner. this timeless design one of the well known designs of dining chairs. they feature oak frames with b...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Danish Vintage Oak CH53 Stool by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage oak CH53 stool by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen. The CH53 stool was originally designed in the 1950’s, this o...
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Early 2000s British Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Rope, Oak
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs and Stool Model EJ-100 by Erik Jørgensen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stool model EJ-100 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Erik Jørgensen in Denmark.
Dimensions chair (W x D x H): 100 x 95 x 90 cm, SH: 35 cm.
Dimensions s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model CH-28 Produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-28 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner for Getama High-back in Black Leather
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish high back lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1955, Denmark. The chair is crafted of dark teak with sloping arms, and newly upholstered in a fine black leather.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Valet Chair Model 540 Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Valet chair model 540 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen,
Denmark, 1953.
Teak, oak and brass.
Stamped.
H: 94 cm
W: 51 cm
D: 50 cm
SH: 44.5 cm
Hans J. Wegn...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Brass
The Chair Model JH503 Made In Teak By Hans J. Wegner For Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Chair Model JH503 made in teak with a cognac leather seat. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen from 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Armchairs JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Danish Design Classsic GE 290 Three Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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....
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Seating
Materials
Wool, 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.
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Questions About Hans J. Wegner Seating
- 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, 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 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, 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, 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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