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Hans J. Wegner Cabinets

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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Scandinavian Modern Oak Cabinet, Hans J. Wegner, Mikael Laursen, Denmark, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Oak Cabinet, Hans J. Wegner, Mikael Laursen, Denmark, 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Oak Cabinet, Hans J. Wegner, Mikael Laursen, Denmark, 1950s

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Amazing cabinet by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak and featuring doors with an elaborate pattern of embossed acorns and graphic forms. Round inset handles. Shelves and drawers offer ab...

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Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

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1956 Hans J. Wegner-Cabinet Mod. AT 34 wood manufactured by Andreas Tuck
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“Many foreigners have asked me how we made the Danish style. And I’ve answered that it was rather a continuous process of purification.” Promoter of a synergy between modernity, cra...

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An oak cabinet with tambour door concealing open storage with shelves, on metal legs.

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1970s Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen Denmark Tambour Oak Cabinet Storage System

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By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a rare vintage Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen of Denmark oak tambour storage unit/cabinet. This rare cabinet was part of a larger storage system, which allowed for the creation of fabulous modules for storage. This example carries its original Johannes Hansen label and original key. The Wood faces...

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Located in Sagaponack, NY

A simple storage cabinet in white oak having a finely slatted tambour front that conceals adjustable shelves and file storage.

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Located in Sagaponack, NY

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Hans J. Wegner cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner cabinets 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 cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 15 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original cabinets by Hans J. Wegner were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider cabinets by Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard, and Ole Wanscher. Prices for Hans J. Wegner cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,975 and can go as high as $18,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,650.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Cabinets
  • 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 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, 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.