Hans J. Wegner Credenzas
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
Rosewood Hans Wegner RY-25 Credenza for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A vibrantly grained rosewood credenza with tambour doors and white oak interior. Designed by Hans Wegner for RY Mobler. Beautifully restored.
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Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen Teak Floating Cabinet with Brass Pulls
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans J. Wegner floating cabinet or chest, designed for Johannes Hansen. Beautifully constructed from rich old-growth teak, this cabinet features two banks of drawers, with a total of...
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Seldom seen Danish Modern Hans Wegner Saber Leg Sideboard
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice early example of the Hans Wegner designed CH 304 saber leg sideboard. Featuring the fine furniture making by Carl Hansen & Son. This design with the saber legs is the harder to ...
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Hans Wegner President Sideboard for Ry Møbler
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenza by Hans Wegner. Stunning credenza with tambour doors which reveal a spacious interior storage area. Inside include...
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Hans Wegner GE - 430 Nightstand
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1969, the 430 nightstand features unparalleled craftsmanship. This chest is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabine...
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Hans Wegner GE - 430 Nightstand, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1969, the 430 nightstand features unparalleled craftsmanship. This chest is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabine...
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Hans Wegner GE - 430 Nightstand, Lacquered Walnut
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1969, the 430 nightstand features unparalleled craftsmanship. This chest is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabine...
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Hans Wegner Danish Modern AT-33 Teak and Oak Sewing Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautifully crafted early example of model AT-33 sewing table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker, Andreas Tuck. This teak and oak table has two exte...
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RY26' Ash Wood Sideboard by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare model ‘RY-26’ ash wood sideboard designed by Danish architect Hans Wegner and produced by Ry Møbler in the 1950s. This Mid-Century Modern sideboard is composed of delicately g...
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RY26' Rosewood Sideboard by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare model ‘RY-26’ rosewood sideboard designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler in the 1950s. This Danish Modern sideboard is constructed of rosewood in a rich, cherry hue with gorgeou...
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Hans Wegner Danish Modern Teak & Oak Drop Leaf End Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautifully crafted early example end or side table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker, Andreas Tuck. This teak and oak table has two extendable sid...
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Rare Danish mid century sideboard model RY-26 designed by Hans Wegner, 1950´s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Hans Wegner RY-26 Sideboard, a mid-century Scandinavian gem. Measuring 200 cm wide, 49 cm deep, and 79 cm high, this 1950s piece from Ry Møbler, Denmark, showcases luxurious woo...
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1958 Danish Teak Hutch Bar Credenza by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler
By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Born on April 22nd in 1958, this free-standing wall-unit / hutch is truly an architectural masterpiece. The entire construction can be easily broken down and assembled without any h...
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Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Wood Credenza with Glass Doors
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Credenza with Glass Doors for Ry Mobler
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Hans Wegner Rosewood President Credenza, Model RY-25
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design rosewood President credenza, Model RY-25 for Ry Mobler. Rare and impressive looking credenza by the master of Danish furniture Hans J. Wegner. High quality cons...
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Pair of Mid century modern teak tabour door Credenzas by Hans Wegner
By George Tanier, Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Beautiful Danish dark teak tabour door credenzas designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. One credenza has 2 birch adjustable shelves that are removable the other has 6 birch d...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Credenzas
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Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true vintage gem born on April 28, 1958 (it's birthday is stamped on the back of the piece)...
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Hans Wegner Teak President Tambour Door Credenza Sideboard
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Elegant President credenza in teak designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by Ry Mobler. This handsome credenza has smooth sliding tambour doors with chrome and teak pull...
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Rare Hans Wegner RY-25 Rosewood Sideboard for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The rarest and most sophisticated cabinet designed by the master of Danish Modern design executed in Brazilian rosewood and white oak. This exquisite credenza sits on brushed stainle...
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Danish Modern Hans Wegner Saber Leg Sideboard
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A superlative example of the Hans Wegner designed CH 304 saber leg sideboard. A piece that showcases the fine furniture making by Carl Hansen & Son. This design with the saber legs i...
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Hans J. Wegner "President" Brazilian Rosewood Tambour-Door Credenza
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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Hans Wegner Teak Credenza Model RY-26 for RY Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design teak credenza model RY-26 for RY Mobler, Denmark. High quality construction and attention to detail made with a teak case and oak interior. In very good original c...
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Rare Wall Mount Teak Credenza by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Made in 1952
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak wall mount credenza / cabinet with two sliding doors and four drawers. Designed by Hans Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1952.
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Hans J Wegner Cabinet in Teak, Johannes Hansen Cabinetmaker, c. 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine and rare sideboard designed by Hans Wegner and built by eminent Danish cabinetmaker, Johannes Hansen. A pair of doors with integrated pulls conceals two adjustable shelves to th...
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Credenza by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A credenza in warm teak with a bank of five drawers and twin sliding doors, floating on turned solid teak dowel legs.
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Hans J. Wegner credenzas for sale on 1stDibs.
Hans J. Wegner credenzas 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 credenzas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 22 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original credenzas by Hans J. Wegner were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider credenzas by Arne Vodder, Ib Kofod-Larsen, and Henry Rosengren Hansen. Prices for Hans J. Wegner credenzas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,124 and can go as high as $95,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,395.
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Questions About Hans J. Wegner Credenzas
- 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- 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 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, 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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