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.
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge. Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details. Light linen fabric cushion with ...
Brass
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Brass
Early Hans Wegner for GETAMA Chaise Longue and ottoman. Oak & Leather /Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
This rare and early chaise longue was designed by Hans Wegner in 1954.Classic Scandinavian Modernist Design, Crafted from solid oak with brass hinges and iron hardware, this versati...
Brass, Iron
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, chaise lounge with ottoman model GE01, oak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1954 This chaise lounge consists out of two sections. An adjustable lounge chai...
Metal
Original Spring Cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of seat and backrest spring cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 lounge chair Rare set of the original spring cushions for Hans J. Wegners GE 290 lounge chairs. The original sprin...
Metal
$5,750
H 31.89 in W 104.73 in D 32.29 in
Model "GE-300" Four-Seater Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Denmark ca 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans Jørgensen Wegner was one of the central figures of Danish modern design, known for combining rigorous craftsmanship with an almost effortless sense of comfort and proportion. Wo...
Fabric, Wood
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.38 in W 29.63 in D 22.75 in
Hans Wegner GETAMA GE-420 Ottoman / Sake Table Vintage 1960s Danish Midcentury
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Hyattsville, MD
GE-420 Ottoman without a cushion, order a cushion that matches your interior after purchase. Or can be used as a low platform / table / plant stand. Overall W 29 5/8 x D 22 3/4 x ...
Oak
Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark. Model GE 290 solid oak frame in very good original condition with a newly upholstered wool cushion, signed.
Upholstery, Oak
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
$15,212
H 38.59 in W 64.57 in D 27.56 in
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden / Lustgarden Chaise Longue Daybed, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden (Lustgarden) chaise longue or daybed. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniets, Sweden, 1958. Newly reupholstered in green velvet.
Fabric, Beech
$8,900
H 39.75 in W 89.5 in D 29 in
French Early 19th Century Directoire Period Chaise Longue or Daybed
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome early 19th century French Directoire period chaise longue or daybed in walnut. The walnut has a wonderful patina and striking grai...
Walnut
$7,200
H 30.31 in W 61 in D 25.98 in
Antonio Citterio Leather Chaise Lounge Or Sofa Baisity by for B&B Italy
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Vienna, AT
Leather chaise lounge Baisity by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy, 1982. Elegant chaise lounge featuring a leather upholstered steel-frame and backrest, a black leather cushion and a leather mattress...
Steel, Aluminum
Hans Wegner Teak Daybed, by Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Raleigh, NC
This exceptional GE258 daybed represents one of Hans Wegner's most iconic and sought-after designs, showcasing the Danish master's unparalleled ability to blend sculptural beauty wi...
Upholstery, Teak
Daybed GE-19 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1960
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful daybed GE-19 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1956, solid oak frame with tapered legs and brass end rail accents, felt covered flat springs, marked.
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-290/3, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Danish three-seat sofa, model GE290/3 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1950, with a clean solid oak frame and original spring loaded cushions with a later date dark r...
Wool, Oak
Cigar Chair Model GE240 by Hans J Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice example of this classic chair, freshly uphosltered in Mocha coloured Boucle fabric. The frame in Oak and all in great condition.
Fabric, Oak
$3,999Sale Price|50% Off
H 28 in W 83 in D 30 in
Vintage 1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa Model GE-300/3 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish three-seat sofa Rare model GE300/3 designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer solid light oak solid wood frame and legs with original patina has original sp...
Upholstery, Oak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 18.9 in
Hans J. Wegner, A Pair of CH22 Lounge Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning pair of CH22 Lounge Chairs in oak with handwoven papercord seats, exemplifying the timeless elegance of Danish Modern design. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & ...
Papercord, Oak
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H 35.04 in W 29.53 in D 48.63 in
Adjustable chaise/daybed designed by Hans Wegner for Getama Furniture, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Adjustable chaise/daybed designed by Hans Wegner for Getama Furniture Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama Denmark. 1950's. Teak, loose fabric-covered cushions Chair: L: 123.5 cm / 4...
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Halyard Deckchair in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Oakland, CA
A classic deckchair designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 1950s, currently produced to-order by PP Møbler in Denmark. This example dates to the mid-2000s. The frame is constructed of s...
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner Chaise Lounge for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Skokie, IL
This rare adjustable chaise longue was designed by Hans Wegner in 1954. The chaise is elegantly sculpted from solid fumed oak with brass hinges and iron hardware. A very versatile chaise which can function as a recliner, a separate adjustable lounge chair with a seperate stool, or be laid completely flat making a stunning bench. Leather cushions reupholstered in a buttery soft cognac color leather. Signed with branded manufacturer’s mark to underside of each element: [GETAMA Gedsted Denmark Design Hans J. Wegner]. Literature: Hans J. Wegner’s 100 Chairs...
Brass, Steel
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H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.53 in
Teak & Brass Daybed Model Ge19 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Utrecht, NL
Daybed model GE19 from 1956 by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner constructed from solid teak with taper legs and beautiful brass mattress support bars on both sides...
Brass
GE 2 "Hammock" by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 2 " Hammock " in oak, flagline and matching neck cushion. Hans J. Wegner / Getama.
Oak
Early Hans Wegner Chaise Longue for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This rare and early chaise longue was designed by Hans Wegner in 1954. Crafted from solid oak with brass hinges and iron hardware, this versatile chaise can be a reclining chaise, a separate reclining chair with a stool...
Brass
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H 45.28 in W 41.34 in D 0.4 in
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chair Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chair model ‘GE225’, rope, dark green lacquered steel, fabric, Denmark, 1950 This iconic chair, made with 250 meters of ro...
Steel
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H 29.14 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Savak Wool, "GE-530", 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A fine pair of lounge chairs in solid dark stained oak, reupholstered cushions in great quality striped savak wool. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, model "GE-530". Hans J. Wegner (Danish, 1914–2007) was a renowned furniture designer associated with Organic Functionalism. Born in southern Denmark...
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Hammock Chaise Lounge for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Hans Wegner GEZ Hammock chaise lounge chair. Beautiful original patinated oak frame and original Halyard with brass details. Designed by Hans J Wegner...
Brass
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H 29.5 in W 30.3 in D 51.2 in
Early Hans J. Wegner Model GE-1 Daybed, Chaise, Getama, Denmark, c.1953
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely rare 1st year production daybed, chaise lounge designed by Hans Werner manufactured by Getama, Retains original burn in label, I have decided to sell this piece in its orig...
Metal
Hammock by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 2 - 'Hammock' chaise longue in oak with flag halyard. Designed in the 1960s. Maker GETAMA.
Oak