Johannes Hansen Seating
Danish master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen is best known for a celebrated partnership with legendary Scandinavian modernist designer Hans Wegner that lasted half a century. The sophisticated and sculptural chairs, tables and cabinets that Wegner designed and Hansen built earned Wegner worldwide acclaim, and brought meaningful business opportunities to Hansen and his modest workshop.
Hansen was born in 1886 and apprenticed as a cabinetmaker in his early years, opening a workshop and showroom in Copenhagen. In 1927, he helped establish the annual Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition. Later, at the age of 55, Hansen began working with Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner, then only 26. With Wegner creating and Hansen executing on his partner’s complex designs, they developed furniture to sell in Hansen's showroom. A business relationship of this type was common in 20th-century Danish furniture making, and Hansen and Wegner enjoyed a prolific and renowned collaboration.
Wegner’s career began in cabinetry before he transitioned to furniture design in the 1940s. He is among the most celebrated figures for collectors of mid-century modern and Scandinavian works of the era. One of the first well-known entries for the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibitions authored by Wegner and built by Hansen was the 1942 Lattice chair, a red Cuban mahogany dining room chair with an upholstered leather seat. The Peacock chair, an iconic design that followed in 1947, was the pair's take on a traditional English Windsor chair. It featured flattened spindles along the back resembling the feathers of a peacock tail — it wasn’t exactly an emblem of the pared-back functionality prioritized by Kaare Klint, Wegner’s former instructor at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.
Wegner would go on to design nearly 500 chairs over the course of his life — among them are the Wishbone chair, the Papa Bear chair and the Round chair. The latter, which is often simply called “The Chair,” was manufactured by Hansen and made its debut at the Guild Exhibition in 1949. It was declared “the most beautiful chair in the world” by Interiors magazine a year later, and a pair of the iconic seats appeared on the first nationally televised presidential debate in the United States in 1960.
After Hansen died in 1961, his son, Poul Hansen, took over the business and continued working with Wegner. The company closed in the 1990s, but today, Hansen and Wegner's collaborative legacy endures in collections around the world.
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Creator: Johannes Hansen
JH 550 - Peacock Chair in ash by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 550 - Peacock chair in ash, armrests in teak and seat of braided paper yarn. Architect Hans Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Yarn, Ash, Teak
JH 540 - The Valet Chair in solid mahogany by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 540 - The Valet Chair or the 'Bachelor's Chair' in solid mahogany. Stamped from the manufacturer. Did you know that King Frederik IX himself acquired one of ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chairs, Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional pair of JH 501 armchairs. Most commonly known as "The Chair", these chairs are expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed fro...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chair, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional JH 501 armchair. Most commonly known as "The Chair", this chair is expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed from solid teak...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Peacock Chair in Ash & Teakwood, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Early Hans J. Wegner Peacock Chair in Ash & Teakwood executed by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in the 1960s. This beautiful example of the iconic Windsor style chair by Hans J. Wegner...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Set of Eight Hans Wagner "Round" Dining Chairs in Teakwood
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of Eight Hans Wagner "Round" Dining Chairs in Teakwood, by Johannes Hansen
Denmark, 1950
Featuring a timeless and elegant combination of oiled teakwood and cain, the chair showca...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner 1949
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen,
Denmark, 1949.
Teak and cane.
Early model with the caned backrest.
Stamped.
H: 76 cm
W: 63 cm
D: 50 cm
Arm height: 68.5 cm
Seat height: 44 cm
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Set of Four Armchairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model JH 513 - Set of four armchairs in solid teak with new textile from Hermés Paris (Ophlaine Carchemire Orage). Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak
1960s Wegner Armchair in Patinated Oak and Leather by Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Hans J. Wegner armchair model 713 in tanned patinated oak and leather made by Johannes Hansen.
The chair is evidence of suprime design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner, Folding Lounge Chair model JH-512, circa 1960, by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Folding Lounge Chair, model JH-512, original design 1949, this example possibly produced circa 1960.
Produced by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, an...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chrome & Leather "Airport" Visitor Chairs by Wegner, Denmark, 1960's
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
A pair of original black leather and chromed steel.
"Airport" chairs. Designed By Hans J. Wegner Manufactured By A.P, Stolen Denmark, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather
Rare 'Buck' Chair in Pine by Hans J. Wegner, 1959.
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare lounge chair in patinated pine and canvas. Designed by Hans J. Wegner M.A.A for Johannes Hansen in 1959. Great condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner, Bar Bench in Teak, model JH589 designed 1953, manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Designed in 1953 by Wegner for use in his own entrance hall, the B...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Set of Six Chairs in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner set of six chairs for Johannes Hansen. Model JH-504. Frame in Teak, seat and back in cane.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
1965 Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen JH 507 Oak Dining Chairs from Harvard
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price listed is for each chair) JH 507 dining chair with arms, designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hanse...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Oak
1965 Pair of Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen JH 507 Oak Dining Chairs from Harvard
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of JH 507 dining chair with arms, designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hansen. This pair of chairs came from Harvard University and is accompanied ...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Midcentury "the Chair" Armchair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautifully designed and crafted teak and rattan “The Chair” armchair by Hans J. Wegner.
“The Chair” was designed in 1949 and became a huge success upon its launch. The model was im...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner JH-512 Folding Chairs, Oak
One of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The Model 512 chair was produced by ma...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Hans Wegner, Round Chair JH501, oak and cane, made by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Known as The Round Chair, or simply The Chair, Hans J Wegner created the design for Johannes Hansen to display at the annual exhibition of the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild in 1949...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans J. Wegner "JH 555" Pair of Oak Settees for Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1950's
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of settees by designer Hans J. Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Model no. "JH555". Early examples in quarter sewn oak, possibly the first production.
They have been r...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Hans Wegner Round Chairs
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of round chairs by Hans Wegner. Cane seats. One seat was replaced. Both show very well.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Design Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair str...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Collectible Design: Hans Wegner JH 516 Lounge Chairs for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Renens, CH
An original pair of very rare JH516 lounge chairs by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hansen during the 1950s.
A rare opportunity to purchase an investment piece that rarely becomes available on the market.
Materials: Oak, cane
Origination: Denmark, 1950s. Labelled on underside of one chair.
Condition: Very good as per images. Signs of use on the wood, we found a superficial hairline crack on one of the armrests, and one armrest with chipped wood...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Expertly Restored -Hans Wegner "Round" Teak & Cane Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood, Teak
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 Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Oak and Leather Round Chair, 1960s
By Knoll, Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional JH 501 armchair. Most commonly known as "The Chair", this is expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed from solid oak. The c...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Hans Wegner 6-Leg Long Slatted Teak Xl Bench Danish Midcentury
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This is the largest Model JH-574 Bench. In the original finish. Showing wear from use. All joinery is tight, and this bench is ready to use. Also has a nice neat full burnished label...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Shallow chip on top of chair back measuring 1/2 inch long. Chair back’s sixth and seventh spindle from right slightly loose. Lamination along top of chair back slightly worn.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-century modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Gap between arm and chair back measuring approximately 1/4 inch. Some light water staining on both arms. Wood split to one seat joint measuring 3/8 and 5/8 inches on either side. Four deeper scratches on back. Area of staining on bottom chair rung measuring 2 3/4 inches long. Chair back’s fifth spindle from right with wood chip measuring 1 inch long. Chair back’s sixth spindle from left loose.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947
Aldo known as PP550. Early 1960's production. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Johannes Hansen Copenhagen Denmark’. Ve...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "the Chair" Oak and Leather Round Chairs, Pair
By Knoll, Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional pair of JH 501 armchairs. Most commonly known as "The Chair", this is expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed from solid o...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An iconic lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner known as the Peacock lounge. Wegner’s post modern idea of a classic British Windsor chair. Its larger proportioned backrest and upwa...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Pair of Chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare pair of chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner, designed in 1949 and manufactured by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
This pair has wear and tear to the frame and rattan (please see ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Mid Century Teak "The Chair" - Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen midcentury teak "The Chair" - pair
Each chair measures: 24.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair cl...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Valet Chair, model no. JH540, teak and oak, original edition produced by Johannes Hansen, 1953.
Underside impressed with manufacturer’s mark: JOHANNES ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chairs Mod. JH719 for Johannes Hansen Denmark 1968
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful pair of Danish easy chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Johannes Hansen.
These rare lounge chairs come in excellent restored condition with loose seat a...
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20th Century Danish Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Hans Wegner JH-515 Black Leather Teak Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage easy chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen in the 1950s. Rare lounge chair model JH-515. Genuine, soft, black leather in excellent condition. The sple...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Wood splits to three of the seat joints measuring 1 inch, 1/2 and 1/4 inch on either side, and 1/4 inch. Area of discoloration to arm, possibly from sticker, measuring approximately 3/4 inch. Some nicks to side of one arm. On the other arm, a scratch measuring 1 1/8 inches on the side.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design: in the 20th Century, vol. 2 (Copenhagen: Christian Ejlers, 2007), p. 90.
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: Just One Good Chair (Germany, Hatje Cantz Verlag GmbH & Company KG, 2014).
Johan Møller Nielson, Wegner en Dansk Møbelkunstner (Copenhagen: Gyldendal, 1965), pp. 42, 98, 103, 106.
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs (San Francisco: Chronicle Books), 1996, pp. 106, 107.
Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Early Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1950's Denmark
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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 Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak, Papercord, Ash
The Chair, Model JH503, Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This is a teak and leather chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen in the 1950s. The model JH 503 is known as "The Chair" or "The Round Chair" and is a collector's item ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
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 Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair' in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH503 in teak. Seat upholstered with black leather. Executed by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-813 Black Leather Armchairs, Set of 2
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans J. Wegner for the 1947 Copenhagen Cabinet Makers Guild Exhibition, the JH-813 chair was initially conceived to be made in wood. It wasn’t until the 1970s ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather
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 green fabric. Executed by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Danish Modern Teak and Cane JH-501 Armchair by Hans Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a fantastic example of Hans Wegner's iconic "The Chair" JH-501 for Johannes Hansen. A beautifully proportioned chair, constructed of teak (with oak stretcher) and woven cane....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Round Chair of Oak and Patinated Cognac Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
This chair is a excellent vintage example of Wegner's round chair made of oak. The label places it as made before 1970.
The leather on the seat shows some peeling, wear and tear ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
8 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Walnut and Leather
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
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 Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...
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Mid-20th Century Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair, C1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, GB
“Peacock Chair”. Easy chair with ash frame and teak armrests. Seat with woven paper cord. Model JH 550. Designed 1947. This example made approx. 1960s by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen...
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1960s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Ash
Hans J. Wegner 'The Chair' in Teak for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner model JH503 in teak. Seat upholstered with black leather. Executed by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner JH-515 Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner teak armchair c.1950s, Denmark, for Johannes Hansen. The rare model JH-515 features a black leather backrest and seat.
Stamped Johannes Hansen, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK....
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Abalone, Teak
Midcentury "JH 507" Armchair by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant “JH 507” armchair by Hans J. Wegner, made with an oak frame and natural leather seat and back.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair Hans J. Wegner 'the Chair' JH503 for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning rare pair of Danish modern Teak chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen circa 1954. The chairs are upholstered with ori...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner 1949 Armless Sofa Bench Settee Johaness Hansen JH555
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish armless bench designed by Hans Wegner. Model JH555, crafted of a solid teak frame with angled cross stretcher. Newly upholstered in classic Scandinavian ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Armchair "JH-501" in Oak & Rattan Cane, Danish Modern
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 this is one of the most iconic pieces of Danish modern furniture design. Pair of rare and early model "JH-501" made by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Oak, Rattan
Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Sleek, sophisticated and architectural, wraparound armchair in solid rosewood, designed by Hans Wegner made by Johannes Hansen The chair has a solid rosewood frame, drop in upholstered seat, and wrapped cane backrest. The frame looks like it has a later, but not new, clear lacquered overcoat, the fabric seat shows cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
Measures: Total H 29.5 x arm H 27.5 x seat H 17 inches. Know as the Round Chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
5 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 11 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Johannes Hansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Johannes Hansen seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Johannes Hansen seating 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 Johannes Hansen seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Johannes Hansen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Rud Rasmussen, Nanna Ditzel, and Frits Henningsen. Prices for Johannes Hansen seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,211 and can go as high as $110,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,500.
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