Hans J. Wegner Windsor 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.

Creator: Hans J. Wegner

Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, Denmark

$9,658Sale Price|20% Off

Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Oirlo, LI

Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen, Denmark Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen Iconic 'Peacock' Chair Model JH-550 designed by architect an...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner, Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s

$8,986

H 28.94 in W 22.64 in D 17.33 in

Hans Wegner, Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn chair, model JH 505 designed by Wegner in 1952 and made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s teak frame with curved 'cow horn' ends to the back rail and inlaid ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Pr. Wegner Hansen Peacock Chairs

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H 43 in W 25 in D 22 in

Pr. Wegner Hansen Peacock Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in New York, NY

Iconic pair of Danish Modern masterpieces, Peacock Chairs, designed by Has Wegner made by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, circa 1960's. Constructed of Ash, and Teak, with origin...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Ash, Teak

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, Model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen

$7,500

H 29 in W 23 in D 16.5 in

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, Model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans J. Wegner design cow horn chair, model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen. Rare dining or desk chair by the master Hans J. Wegner in solid teak with rosewood inlay. New cane seat, in ve...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner Bench Model JH 574, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

$8,500

H 12 in W 62.75 in D 16.88 in

Hans Wegner Bench Model JH 574, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hamburg, PA

A handsome Scandinavian Modern solid teak slatted bench designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This beautiful bench is iconic and seen in design magazines and on Instagram in many interiors. Would look great with furniture by other vintage makers...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Teak

The Chair by Hans Wegner Model JH501 for Johannes Hansen

$6,800

H 30 in W 24.75 in D 21 in

The Chair by Hans Wegner Model JH501 for Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner round chair model JH501 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Iconic chair by the master Hans Wegner and nick named "The Chair" after being featured in the JFK presidential debat...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner JH 503 Walnut Chair by Johannes Hansen

$3,800

H 30 in W 24.5 in D 20 in

Hans Wegner JH 503 Walnut Chair by Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Miami, FL

A sculptural walnut armchair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s. This iconic design, often referred to as “The Chair” or “The Round Chair”, exemplif...

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1950s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

JH 502 Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s

$38,531

H 30.32 in W 28.75 in D 21.66 in

JH 502 Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Rosendahl, DE

JH 502 Swivel Chair by Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen, 1950s Early edition of the swivel chair Model 502 by Hans Wegner from the 1950s. The chair has th...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Steel

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH 539 Cane Stool

$6,500

H 17.5 in W 27.5 in D 17 in

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH 539 Cane Stool

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A seldom seen model JH 539 footstol, designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Elegantly crafted teak frame, with woven cane seat. A fantastic companion to our Papa Bear Chair. De...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Teak

8 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Walnut and Leather

$7,500 / item

H 30 in W 24.5 in D 20 in

8 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Walnut and Leather

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

We are excited to offer 8 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid Walnut construction. Stamped with the maker's mark. C...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner Jh-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen

$4,589

H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

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 Windsor Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

$9,400

H 29 in W 23 in D 18 in

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, model JH 505, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Hans Wegner cow horn (Kohornstol) chairs model JH 505, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Teak and rosewood inlay, with cane seat. Fast shipping worldwide...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Teak, Cane

Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947

$5,999

H 41.25 in W 27.5 in D 30 in

Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947 Also known as PP550. Early 1960's production. Original cord seat. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Johannes Hansen Cope...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

Previously Available Items

Pr. Wegner Hansen Peacock Chairs

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H 43 in W 25 in D 22 in

Pr. Wegner Hansen Peacock Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in New York, NY

Iconic pair of Danish Modern masterpieces, Peacock Chairs, designed by Has Wegner made by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, circa 1960's. Constructed of Ash, and Teak, with origin...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

Materials

Ash, Teak

Early Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1950's Denmark

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H 41.5 in W 30 in D 28 in

Early Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1950's Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hans Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen Iconic 'Peacock' Chair Model JH-550 produced by furniture maker Johannes Hansen in Denmark. Insp...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Papercord, Ash, Teak

Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark

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H 42 in W 30.5 in D 27 in

Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Hanover, MA

Hans J. Wegner model JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen, designed in 1947, produced circa 1960, Denmark. Stamped by maker. Outstanding original condition with no splits or repa...

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

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Papercord, Ash, Teak

Windsor Back Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner

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H 42 in W 30 in D 29 in

Windsor Back Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Windsor back Peacock chair by Hans Wegner. Oak with teak arms and a Danish cord seat.

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

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Cord, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Model JH 550 Peacock Chair

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H 43 in W 30 in D 23 in

Hans J. Wegner Model JH 550 Peacock Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hans J. Wegner's iconic take on the windsor chair, designed in 1947 and produced by Johannes Hansen. A wonderful example for the Danish modern collector. The chair is in excellent re...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Oak, Papercord

Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner

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H 43 in W 30 in D 23 in

Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hans J. Wegner's iconic take on the windsor chair, designed in 1947 and produced by Johannes Hansen. A wonderful example for the Danish modern collector. The chair is in excellent re...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair Model 550 by Johannes Hansen

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H 41 in W 30 in D 30 in

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair Model 550 by Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Late 60's or early 70's Wegner Peacock chair in Original condition. Ash, Teak and Papercord make up this Iconic Modern masterpiece! Based on Old English Windsor Chairs. The name, coined from the resemblance to a peacock with it's tail spread was sugguested by friend Finn Juhl! Sometimes referred as the arrow chair...

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

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Ash, Teak, Papercord

Hans J. Wegner Chair

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H 41 in W 30 in D 30 in

Hans J. Wegner Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Diego, CA

Peacock chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen. The wood frame is in excellent condition. The natural woven papercord seat shows some ...

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1940s Danish Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

Pair of Hans Wegner peacock chairs by Johannes Hansen

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H 41.5 in W 30.5 in D 29 in

Pair of Hans Wegner peacock chairs by Johannes Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Highland, IN

The peaock chair by Danish master Hans Wegner is a display of extraordinary woodworking and highly refined design. While using the English windsor chair as inspiration, this 1947 des...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

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Ash, Teak, Papercord, Cord, Paper

Hans J. Wegner windsor chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner windsor 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 windsor chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original windsor chairs by Hans J. Wegner were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. Prices for Hans J. Wegner windsor chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,000 and can go as high as $10,945, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,800.

Questions About Hans J. Wegner Windsor Chairs

Is Hans Wegner real?
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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.
How do I pronounce Hans Wegner?
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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.
How do I identify a Hans Wegner chair?
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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.
How do I identify Hans Wegner furniture?
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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.

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Are Hans Wegner chairs comfortable?
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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.
What was Hans J Wegner famous for?
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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.
How do I cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair’s seat?
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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.
What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner?
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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.