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Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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 J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair, wool and black stained oak. Model 1788
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair original upholstered with dark grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame in black stained oak. Model 1788, made by Fredericia.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair upholstered with alcantara and nature leather buttons. Frame in solid beech. Model 1788, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Beech, Leather, Fabric

Model AP-16 Easy Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for AP-Stolen, 1951
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in KUTNO, PL
Model AP-16 armchair, designed by Danish design master Hans J. Wegner, is one of his classic designs . It is an armchair with a unique minimalist style, which is characterized by har...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Textile, Wood

Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, Germany
Set of two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA This pair of armchairs (Model GE 181 A) was designed by Hans Wegner and produced...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner Armchairs Model PP201 Made In Oak & Wenge For PP Møbler
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of armchairs, model 201 made of oak with wenge wood inlay with backrest and seat made of paper yarn designed in 1969 by Hans J. Wegner at PP Møbler. The chairs are in very nice u...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak, Wenge

Set of Four Hans J. Wegner PP-201 Armchairs in Cherry and Wenge Wood with Suede
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
A set of four armchairs, model PP 201, crafted from cherry wood with wenge wood inlays in the backrest. The seats are upholstered in light brown suede, adding both comfort and elegan...
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Late 20th Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Suede, Cherry, Wenge

Hans Wegner Armchairs Model JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
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.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Cane, Rosewood, Teak

Pair of Oak Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of oak and leather round chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

CH-28 Teak and Unika Vaev Easychair by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Ch-28 „Sawbuck“ easychair / sawbuck chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark 1951. Prod. 1960s in teak. In good vintage condition, with old Unika Vaev fabric.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Jh-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH 515 oak armchair. Seat and back upholstered with canvas. Executed by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Pair of CH44 Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1965 by Hans J. Wegner. This pair is from the 1970s, produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark. Very good original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Rope

1960s Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen #957 Armless Side Chair in Teak w/ Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a #957 Armless Side Chair, initially designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen in 1955. This example dates to the 1960s and was produced in Denmark. The design features a t...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak, Leather

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 Armchairs

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Wood

1960s Wegner Armchair in Patinated Oak and Leather by Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Hans J. Wegner armchair model 713 in tanned patinated oak and leather made by Johannes Hansen. The chair is evidence of suprime design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Armchair GE 270, Hans J. Wegner, Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare armchair GE 270 by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. High-quality solid wood frame made of teak. The armchair has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality teddy fabric in off...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

A Set of Six Stacking Arm Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of six stackable beech armchairs with black woven chairs.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

1980's Set of Eight Hans J. Wegner Koldinghus Armchairs in Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Knebel, DK
1980's set of eight Hans J. Wegner Koldinghus armchairs in beech Armchairs named "The Koldinghus Chair" after the old Danish castle Koldinghus and were designed by Hans J. Wegner in...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Beech

Midcentury "China" Chair in Mahogany by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in solid mahogany and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen A/S. Made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Mahogany

Danish Modern Hans Wegner PP52 Armchair
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
“Captains Chair” designed by Hans Wegner. Model PP52 produced by PP Mobler. A newer production made of lacquered oak and wenge with a black leather upholstered seat. Circa 2001. Pro...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak, Wenge

JH 507 - Rare armchair in solid teak by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 507 - Rare armchair in solid teak, upholstered in 'Old America' aniline leather. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

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 Armchairs

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Oak

Vintage Hans Wegner Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans Wegner armchair, located in NY.
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Vintage Hans Wegner Armchair
Vintage Hans Wegner Armchair
$1,800 Sale Price
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Hans Wegner Danish Lounge Chair CH28 Sawback, 1950s Scandinavian
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Original CH28 sawback lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner, Denmark, for Carl Hansen & Sons in massive teak. Minor sign.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Armchair in Oak Model CH 25 by Hans Wegner
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern CH 25 armchair by Hans Wegner. New product. Designed in 1950, the CH25 lounge chair was one of the first four chairs Hans J. Wegner created especially for Carl Han...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner JH513 Teak & Leather Armchair For Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A very handsome side chair or desk chair designed by the master of Danish Modern Hans Wegner. Crafted from solid Teak with black leather upholstery. Superlative lines, joinery and c...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, pair of lounge chairs, model 'AP-16', fabric, oak, Denmark, 1951. Pair of armchairs with oak frame designed by the Danish master Hans J. Wegner. This m...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Pair Of GE290 Armchairs In Bouclé By Hans Wegner For Getama, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of GE290 armchairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1950s. Solid oak frame with original sprung cushions newly upholstered in a bouclé fabric to add to the comfort of the design....
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1950s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Bouclé, Oak

Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, Germany
Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA This armchair (Model GE 181 A) was designed by Hans Wegner and produced with outstanding craftsmansh...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Armchair Model 1788 Made In Beech By Hans J. Wegner For Fritz Hansen From 1970s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The armchair, known as model 1788, is an elegant piece of furniture with an iconic wooden back in beech wood and cushions upholstered in black leather. Designed by the renowned Danis...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Beech

Armchair Model GE284 Made In Oak With High Back By Hans J. Wegner For Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair with high back, model GE284, made of oak and newly upholstered in light gray Kvadrat fabric. The chair is produced by Getama and designed by Hans J. Wegner. Hans J. Wegner,...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Rare armchair 'CH-34' by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare oak and leather armchair model 'CH-34' designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1960s. Made in solid oak with tapered legs. Original black leather upholstery. Great original patina. Makers mark on bottom...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Early Production Hans Wegner Getama GE-240 Lounge Chair / Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early production Hans Wegner for Getama GE-240 lounge chair, sometimes called the Cigar series because of the shape of the arm. Teak arms with oak body. Somewhat beefier than the GE-...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak, Teak

Armchair Model CH28 Made In Oak By Hans J. Wegner For Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair, model CH28, represents a sublime meeting between functionality and aesthetics, created by the well-known designer Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. Crafted from solid oak, this special edition is beautifully upholstered in black leather, adding a sophisticated dimension to the original design. The CH28 chair...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

FULLY RESTORED & STAMPED 1960's HANS J WEGNER CH 35 BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIR
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, fully restored, circa 1950-1960 Hans J Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son Denmark stamped CH 35...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Oak and Leather Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak armchair having an exposed frame with a gently curved seat and back wrapped in leather.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

The Bull Chair, Model JH 518, by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1961
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original grey painted pine frame with original leather detailing. Very early example, possibly a prototype. Model presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet makers' Guild Exhibition in 196...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Set of Six Refinished Hans J. Wegner Armchairs in Beech, Choice of Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six refinished Hans J. Wegner armchairs in beech. The armchairs named "The Koldinghus Chair" after the old Danish castle Koldinghus were designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1988 ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Beech

The Round Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak 'Round' chair with masterfully sculpted backrest and arms floating atop tapered dowel legs having a caned seat. This sublime chair became known a...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak, Cane

Armchair Made In Oak & Red Wool Fabric By Hans J. Wegner For GETAMA From 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lejre, DK
An armchair in oak and red wool fabric, designed by the renowned Danish furniture architect Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama in the 1960s. This armchair is an icon in Danis...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wool, Oak, Fabric

Hans J Wegner oak armchair Model Ch 28 Sawbuck for Carl Hansen Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Hans J Wegner armchair model CH 28 in Solid oak for Carl Hansen & Sons, later upholstery. Denmark 1960s Good condition Hans J. Wegner's CH28P Armchair, designed in 1951, incorp...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Beautiful rare armchair by Bernhard Hoettger, Worpswerde attr. , ca. 1930ies
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
1930s Masterpiece: Carved Oak Chair with Timeless Craftsmanship attributed to Bernhard Hoettger, Künstlerkolonie Worpswede In the vibrant late 1930s, a remarkable oak chair emerged,...
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Late 20th Century Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

JH-501 armchair by Hans Wegner, 1949
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
JH-501 armchair by Hans Wegner, 1949, Wegner's most emblematic armchair in its first version by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, fire-marked. It is this armchair that made Scandinavian ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak

Hans Wegner JH-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner teak armchair c.1950s, Denmark, for Johannes Hansen. The rare model JH-515 features a black leather backrest and seat. Stamped Johannes Hansen, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK....
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Abalone, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
Armchair model JH507 designed in 1952 by Hans Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen. In solid hand carved teak, the chair has the original black leather on seat and back. This design was produced in few units and differs from the less rare JH525...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Fauteuils Cigar GE240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Oakwood armchairs covered in fabric from the 1950s by the famous Danish designer Hans J. Wegner.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Armchair Model JH-501 / The Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
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.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Cane, Teak

Pair of armchairs for Getama BY HANS WEGNER
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Solid oak, wool seat 80 x 75 x 85 cm
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1960s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

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 ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wool, 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...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

A Set of Four Stacking Arm Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four stacking armchairs with cream webbed seats in beechwood.
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Sofa Model CH 71 by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Martin-Hansen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge chair model CH 71 by Hans Wegner. New production With its slender frame and flowing, sculptural form, Hans J. Wegner’s CH71...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An uncommon pair of mahogany lounge chairs newly upholstered in dark grey wool savak.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Wool, Mahogany

Hans Wegner for Getama Beech and Black Leather Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
Designed by legendary Danish designer Hans J. Wegner for Getama, this armchair exemplifies the masterful balance of form and function that defines Wegner’s work. Crafted from solid b...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Beech

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-813 Black Leather Armchairs, Set of 2
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Hans J. Wegner for the 1947 Copenhagen Cabinet Makers Guild Exhibition, the JH-813 chair was initially conceived to be made in wood. It wasn’t until the 1970s ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Leather

2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH37 Dining Chair Oak Black Natural Papercord
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH37 Dining Chair made with a black solid oak frame, and natural paper cord seat. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to ...
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2010s Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Oak, Papercord

Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Conference chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1942 for Plan Møbler, Denmark. These distinguished pieces, born from Wegner's creative genius, were originally designed for the Aarhus...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Velvet, Oak

Pair of Hans Wegner Peacock Chairs
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1960s. A fantastic, early pair of Model JH-550 Peacock Chairs by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Wegner first introduced the ‘Peacock’ chair in 1947, drawing influence ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Papercord, Ash, Teak

Set of Two Refinished Hans J. Wegner Armchairs in Beech, Choice of Upholstery
By Fredericia, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two refinished Hans J. Wegner armchairs in beech. The armchairs named "The Koldinghus Chair" after the old Danish castle Koldinghus were designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1988 ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Beech

Foldable Fireside Chair by Hans J Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Really nice foldable fireside chair Hans J Wegner Teak wood and black skai, circa 1950.
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

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Teak

Arne Jacobsen for Hans Wegner Armchair
By Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1930s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hans J. Wegner armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner armchairs 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 armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 224 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs 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 armchairs by Fritz Hansen, Ib Kofod-Larsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $321 and can go as high as $100,189, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,494.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
  • 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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