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Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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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Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s
Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s

Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Wall-mounted shelf designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Ry Møbler. A small and comparatively uncommon model, executed in solid wood with shaped side panels and a horizontal b...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Oak

Wall Mount Teak Cabinet by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
Wall Mount Teak Cabinet by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952

Wall Mount Teak Cabinet by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

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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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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design
Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design

Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design

By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Here is a very rare and desirable vintage exhibition poster displaying a very stylish representation of the furniturer by the Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. Some Presented models: ...

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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Paper

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in Odense, DK

Pair of Hans J. Wegner oak wall shelves made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1950s. Rare large and early models.

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case
Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kensington, MD

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case Use alone or add to your wall system with this single column unit in t...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954
Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954

By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Odense, DK

Rare Hans J. Wegner wall shelf made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1954. Rare and early edition in pinewood. Stamped on the back with manufacturers logo and dated "September 1, 1954"...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations

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Pine

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Rare wall shelf made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1950s. The shelf was designed by Hans J. Wegner and is made from solid Danish oak.

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Set of 1950s Danish Wall Shelves in Oak by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler

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Hans J. Wegner wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Hans J. Wegner wall decorations 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 wall decorations, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Hans J. Wegner were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by Axel Salto, Kai Kristiansen, and Poul Cadovius. Prices for Hans J. Wegner wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,331 and can go as high as $95,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,772.
Questions About Hans J. Wegner Wall Decorations
  • 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.