Hans J. Wegner Chairs
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 Wing Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in San Antonio, TX
Hans Wegner Wing Lounge Chair CH445 for Carl Hansen & Son. Hans J. Wegner’s CH445 chair, also known as the Wing Chair, is a fully upholstered easy chair t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black 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 Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
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 Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench, Stained Oak
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$3,718 / item
Set of Six Hans Wegner CH-30 Dining Chairs Produced by Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Set of six Hans Wegner CH-30 dining chairs produced by Carl Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Teak, Oak and Cane by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Teak, Oak and Cane by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, oak and cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Very rare set of 6 dining c...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Teak, Cane, Oak
$20,316 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chair, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1970, the GE 525 dining chair offers a beautifully rounded design sculpted in wood. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$1,111 / item
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
1965 Pair of Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen JH 507 Oak Dining Chairs from Harvard
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of JH 507 dining chair with arms, designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hansen. This pair of chairs came from Harvard University and is accompanied ...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
JH 505 - 'Cow horn chair' in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 505 - 'Cow horn chair' in patinated oak with original wicker seat. Designed in 1952 by Hans J. Wegner. Made by Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Rare set of Hans J Wegner Armchairs from Magasin du Nord
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare set of arm chairs designed by Hans J. Wegne, constructed of oak and leather was custom-ordered for the interior of Magasin du Nord’s department store in the 1950s. Few examples ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Chair in Oak, Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' 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 commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak, Papercord
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
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 Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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 Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-258 Day Bed - Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 258 day bed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
$4,400 / item
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Soap & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Soap & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitmen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Wishbone Chair Model CH 24 by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, 1960's
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wishbone chair model CH 24 designed in 1949 by Hans Wegner and produced in 1960 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark. Old edition in black lacquered beech wood frame with new papercord seat.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Hans J Wegner 'CH101' Lounge Chair in Thor Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH101' Lounge Chair in Thor Leather for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
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 Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Clean PAIR of Mid Century Hans Wegner Ash Peacock Chairs for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a very nice pair of Peacock chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen of Denmark. These chairs were purchased from a designer's estate where everything was immaculat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash
$7,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Hans Wegner Round Chairs
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
The most recognized of Hans Wegner’s chairs, the round back or “The Chair” was designed in 1948. Exquisitely constructed by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. This chair was made famous i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$7,500 / set
Hans J. Wegner 'Cow horn chair' in oak and cane for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Hans J. Wegner 'Cow-horn' chair in patinated oak with seat in original cane.
Designed 1952 and executed at cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark, model JH505 with manufacture's m...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
CH28 “Sawbuck” Chair in Teak Wood and Leather by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a “Sawbuck” chair design by Hans Wegner and hand built by the Carl Hansen and Son funiture manufacturers in Denmark. Frame consists of solid walnut wood in a modified X shap...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chair, Stained Beech - Wegner Blue - Harald 3 #182
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1970, the GE 525 dining chair offers a beautifully rounded design sculpted in wood. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-259 Day Bed - Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 259 day bed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
$5,024 / item
JH 505 - 'Cow horn chair' in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 505 - 'Cow horn chair' in patinated oak with original wicker seat. Designed in 1952.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Oak
10 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
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
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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 Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
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 na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$3,919 / item
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three available, inquire within. Known simply as "The Chair," this iconic armchair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. Patinaed Danish oak frame has been gently restored, and the...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$3,500 / item
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 Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$7,500 / set
The Round Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak "round" chair retaining the original upholstery with impressed stamp, "Johannes Hansen COPENHAGEN DENMARK".
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
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 Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1950s. Makers mark underneath. Model No. FH 4103 is also known as th...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-258 Daybed, Lacquered Oak, Gabriel Savak Savak 00001
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 258 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE 236 3-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Steel
$8,352 / item
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner, a 1977 Limited Edition Walnut Armchair “China Chair”
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner:
A walnut armchair “China chairs”. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944.
Loose seat cushion upholstered with black leather, fitted with buttons. M...
Category
1970s Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner GE-673 Keyhole Rocker in Leather, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1967 by Hans Wegner, the 673 “Keyhole” rocking chair showcases the chair’s construction as well as the designer’s creativity toward form and function. The chair is hand b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China Chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood chair in the Fritz Hansen collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$9,762 / item
1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Shallow chip on top of chair back measuring 1/2 inch long. Chair back’s sixth and seventh spindle from right slightly loose. Lamination along top of chair back slightly worn.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four chairs was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish manufacturer Getama Gedsted during the 1960s. The raw, geometric frame of the chair is made of light oak wood. T...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
$2,363 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair Cherry
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood chair in the Fritz Hansen collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$12,248 / item
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa 1960's. The teak frames feature modern styling with a distinct beautiful design, scu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chinese chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1980.
Cherrywood and leather cushion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-century modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Gap between arm and chair back measuring approximately 1/4 inch. Some light water staining on both arms. Wood split to one seat joint measuring 3/8 and 5/8 inches on either side. Four deeper scratches on back. Area of staining on bottom chair rung measuring 2 3/4 inches long. Chair back’s fifth spindle from right with wood chip measuring 1 inch long. Chair back’s sixth spindle from left loose.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner 1788 Easy Chair
By Fredericia, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Hans Wegner designed the sophisticated 1788 armchair in 1963. The lightweight wooden design with interchangeable cushions is ideal for both exclusive public spaces and private homes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$5,148 / item
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Oak
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 Chairs
Materials
Oak
$4,225 / item
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Beech
$4,745 / item
Hans Wegner GE-259 Day Bed - Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 259 day bed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Oak
$5,089 / item
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 lounge chair features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
Materials
Steel
$2,730 / item
Airport Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Denmark. Reupholstered in Belgian daisy yellow boucle. Refoamed. Designed for Copenhagen airport.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Chairs
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Bouclé
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 Chairs
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Cane, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-261 Daybed, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 259 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in soli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
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Beech
$7,208 / item
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Chairs
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Oak
Hans J. Wegner chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Hans J. Wegner chairs 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 chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 168 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 283 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs by Hans J. Wegner were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, and Børge Mogensen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $170 and can go as high as $50,612, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,462.
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Questions About Hans J. Wegner Chairs
- 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.
- 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 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, 2022In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen & Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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, 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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