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.
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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...
Birch, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Sideboard in Oak and Rattan Model "Ry26", 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare low oakwood sideboard / credenza model "RY-26" from the 1960s by Hans J. Wegner. Made by "RY Møbler", Denmark. The sideboard features rattan / woven cane and inlai...
Rattan, Oak
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)...
Teak
Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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...
Steel
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...
Teak
Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch This credenza with hutch measures: 71 wide x 20.5 deep x 71 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Piece has stai...
Teak
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...
Brass
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...
Teak
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...
Teak
1960s Hans J Wegner "President" Credenza in Teak - Mid Century Danish Modern
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Decatur, GA
Hans J Wegner teak tambour door "President" credenza. Manufactured by RY Mobler, Denmark circa 1960s. Gorgeous old growth contrasting teak grain with wrap around feature on the sides...
Aluminum
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...
Brass
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...
Rosewood
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 ...
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Rosewood President Credenza for RY-Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner rosewood President credenza for RY-Mobler, Denmark. Iconic design by the master Hans Wegner in Brazilian rosewood with a white oak interior. Made from high quality mat...
Stainless Steel
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...
Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Storage Table, Model GE 20
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
Designer: Hans J. Wegner (1914–2007) Manufacturer: Getama, Gedsted, Denmark Marked: Branded “GETAMA GEDSTED DENMARK DESIGN HANS J. WEGNER” A refined and thoughtfully engineered piec...
Brass
Hans Wegner Oak and Rattan Credenza for RY Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design oak and rattan credenza for RY Mobler, Denmark. High quality materials and construction technique by the master of Danish furniture design. Fitted interior compris...
Rattan, Oak
2006 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH002 Drop Leaf Dining Table in Oak, 36 x 74
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH002 Dining Table, designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1960. This example dates to 2006 and is formed of white oak. The piece features hinged extension leaves...
Steel
H 34.06 in W 78.75 in D 17.33 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Low Rosewood sideboard, 1960s Beautiful Danish Modern low sideboard in minimalistic style attributed to Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast. Front with...
Rosewood
H 31 in W 72 in D 20 in
Bernard Pedersen & Son Tambour Door Credenza in Teak
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Seattle, WA
A classic Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenza with Tambour door, manufactured by Bernhard Pedersen & Son. In great vintage condition and has been recently restored.
Teak
H 35.04 in W 92.13 in D 18.71 in
Low Sideboard in Oak by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s, Mid Century Modern
By Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A refined Danish low oak sideboard from the 1960s, crafted by a skilled cabinetmaker and defined by its timeless, rectangular silhouette. The front showcases elegant carved detailing...
Oak
H 45.67 in W 81.5 in D 18.9 in
Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Solid Oak Sideboard, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful mid-century sideboard designed by Henry Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, crafted in solid oak during the 1960s–70s. This piece exemplifies the refined Scandinavian design ...
Oak
H 32.5 in W 77 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Long Teak Credenza with Tambour Doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautifully designed teak credenza with top notch construction. It features two sliding tambour doors, two drawers and two shelf spaces. Marked made in Denmark. Original clean cond...
Teak
H 34.75 in W 74.5 in D 19.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning Danish modern teak tambour credenza, crafted by Dyrlund in the 1970s, is a true testament to Scandinavian design principles. Its sleek lines and warm teak wood bring bo...
Teak
H 32 in W 75 in D 17 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Teak
H 27.96 in W 39.38 in D 20.08 in
Hans Wegner RY 16 chest of drawers, Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Elegant six-drawer cabinet in teak veneer Model Ry 16, design by Hans J. Wegner, produced by Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s The purity of lines and the perfect balance of proportions imm...
Teak
H 71 in W 71 in D 20 in
1960s Hans Wegner Teak Sideboard for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Hans Wegner teak sideboard for Ry Mobler. Model Ry-20. Cabinet has six drawers on the bottom and the top has sliding cane front doors concealing ...
Cane, Teak
H 30 in W 72 in D 20 in
Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Long 8 Drawers Credenza Dresser
By Sibast, George Tanier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern teak long 8 drawers credenza dresser.
Teak
H 31.5 in W 75 in D 17.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Danish modern teak tambour door credenza designed in Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece features a well-crafted teak case with two t...
Teak
H 32.29 in W 47.25 in D 16.93 in
Danish Sideboard Model 4 by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun, 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish design sideboard A timeless piece, this palissander model #4 credenza designed by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Møbelfabrik. Superb level of quality and use of high end materials ...
Rosewood
H 28.15 in W 58.67 in D 19.3 in
Hans Wegner for RY Møbler Sideboard 'RY100' in Teak and Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, sideboard model 'RY100', teak, oak, maple, Denmark, 1960 Both aesthetics and functionality come into play in this eloquent cred...
Teak, Maple, Oak
H 28.15 in W 39.38 in D 19.1 in
Hans Wegner Sideboard in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, cabinet, oak, Denmark, 1960s. This cabinet is executed in oak and is typical for Mid-Century Scandinavian design. It contains two sliding doors which re...
Oak
H 19.49 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Hans Wegner Sideboard for RY Møbler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Wegner for RY Møbler, sideboard, Model RY26, rosewood, cane, Denmark, 1960s This wall-mounted sideboard was created by Danish master of design Hans Wegner for the manufacture...
Rosewood, Cane
H 71.13 in W 70.88 in D 19.5 in
Hans Wegner Teak and Cane Sideboard Credenza for Ry Møbler, Circa 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Peabody, MA
Sideboard credenza in teak with six drawers topped by a cabinet with cane door fronts, designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, circa 1960s.
Cane, Teak
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Sideboard in Oak and Rattan Model "Ry26", 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare low oakwood sideboard / credenza model "RY-26" from 1965 by Hans J. Wegner. Made by "RY Møbler", Denmark. The sideboard features rattan / woven cane and inlaid sli...
Rattan, Oak
H 31.25 in W 78.75 in D 19.25 in
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.
Rosewood
H 30.91 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in
Danish Midcentury Rosewood Sideboard "RY-26" by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing sideboard by Hans J. Wegner, model “RY-26”, made from rosewood with elegantly contrasting rattan fronts. Glass shelves to one side of inside the sideboard.
Rosewood, Rattan
H 31.5 in W 79 in D 19.5 in
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...
Stainless Steel
H 71 in W 71 in D 19.5 in
Danish Teak Wall Unit Hutch by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, 1958
By Arne Vodder, Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Born in the spring of 1958, this elegant wall-unit hutch by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler stands as both a design marvel and a structural symphony. Composed of two distinct yet interl...
Teak, Pine
H 71.25 in W 71 in D 19.75 in
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 Manufacturer Ry Mobler ________________________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mi...
Glass, Wood, Teak
H 29 in W 70.75 in D 19.25 in
Hans J Wegner Danish Teak Mid-century Dresser
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Teak double dresser designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler, Denmark, in 1958. This finely crafted cabinet features six drawers, each adorned with sculpted pulls and birch interiors. R...
Teak
H 31.25 in W 19.25 in D 79 in
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, Hans Wegner, and is executed in Brazilian rosewood, white oak and brushed metal legs. This e...
Metal