When he designed the first edition of his modest Chinese chair — or China chair — Denmark native Hans Wegner (1914–2007) had been reportedly moved by portraits he’d seen of Danish businessmen relaxing in traditional round-backed Ming dynasty–era chairs. While the legendary furniture maker’s tribute to East Asian seating — a minimal cherrywood chair with a curved bentwood back support and removable leather seat cushion — called on Oriental forms that preceded him by hundreds of years, it merged the old with the new and was uniquely of its time.
In blending East Asian aesthetics and Scandinavian modernism, Wegner defined an approach that would underscore the sculptural and functional chairs he created in the years that followed. A dedication to craftsmanship, respect for natural materials and fussiness for details owe to his apprenticeship with master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg. After his apprenticeship, Wegner studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and collaborated with designers Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller on furniture for Aarhus City Hall in 1938. Wegner established his own drafting studio in 1943 and designed the Chinese chair in 1944.
In its pared-down simplicity and reliance on soft organic shapes, the Chinese chair design yielded multiple prototypes, and so a collection of chairs inspired by Oriental craftsmanship followed — a line that includes Wegner’s celebrated Round chair as well as the Wishbone. It is currently produced by both Fritz Hansen and PP Møbler. Although Wegner designed nearly 500 chairs during his career, the Chinese chair is a cornerstone of his legacy — a legacy that continues to influence countless furniture makers today.
Hans J. Wegner Pair Of 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather. Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Ha...
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen China Chair, Rosewood and Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944, the China chair has become an iconic piece of mid-century Danish design. It is model number FH4283, part of a series created by Wegner and produce...
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner Early Edition China Armchair Beech & Seagrass, Fritz Hansen, 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Very rare Hans J. Wegner "China" arm chair model FH1783 made by Fritz Hansen between 1945-50. Made in stained beech and with the original woven seagrass seat. All original condition ...
Seagrass, Beech
Hans J. Wegner, a 1977 Limited Edition Walnut Armchair “China Chair”
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner: A walnut armchair “China chairs”. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944. Loose seat cushion upholstered with black leather, fitted with buttons. M...
Walnut
Set of Four Hans Wegner Chinese Chairs in Walnut Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Troy, MI
Set of four "China" chairs designed by Hans Wegner Designed in 1943 Edition Fritz Hansen Model FH-4283 Denmark 1968 Horseshoe back frames in bent walnut with original button tufted ...
Leather, Walnut
$106,333 / set
Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extraordinary Hans Wegner China chairs designed in 1944 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1967. This set of 6 chairs, made of solid rosewood, is an incredibly rare find....
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner FH 4283 China chair, 1944. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner rosewood China Chair, FH4283, designed 1944, Fritz Hansen 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Designed by Hans J Wegner in 1944, the China chair has become an icon of mid-century Danish design. Model number FH4283 in a series of items designed by Wegner and manufactured by cabinetmakers Fritz Hansen, Denmark, this chair was created as a homage to furniture...
Leather, Rosewood
Chinese Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, 1943
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
The Chinese Chair designed by Hans Wegner, manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Cherry wood frame featuring a sinuous back and arm design with a natural leather seat cushion. Designed in 19...
Cherry
"China Chair" PP66 by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark, Mid-20th Century
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Delft, NL
"China Chair" PP66 by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark An oak "China Chair" with armrests and natural woven paperboard seat The PP66 designed by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler De...
Papercord, Oak
Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 8 rosewood toned, cherry wood "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner. Produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Two chairs from 1982. 6 chairs purchased together with pre 197...
Cherry
Hans J. Wegner “China Chair” FH-4283 for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
“China Chair”. Armchair, mahogany frame, cream leather seat Model 4283. Designed 1944 by Hans Wegner and manufactured and marked by Fritz Hansen. Literature: “Nyt Tidsskrift for Kun...
Leather, Cherry
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
China chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1970. Cherry wood and natural tanned leather cushion.
Leather, Cherry
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chairs of Cherrywood for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Chinese chairs of cherrywood. Loose seat cushions upholstered with leather, fitted with buttons. Executed by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Cherry
$43,199 / set
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
Dining Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s. Wenge, steel, and leather. Set of six. Measurements: H: 81 cm/ 31 3/4'' W: 52 cm/ 20 1/2'' D: 42 cm/ 16 1...
Steel
$1,417
H 31.89 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in
1940s Fritz Hansen Beech Armchair by Soren Hansen Model 1628, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - sturdy and stable.
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 8 rosewood toned, cherry wood "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner. Produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Two chairs from 1982. 6 chairs purchased together with pre 197...
Cherry
Fritz Hansen 1669 Easy Chairs, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly upholstered in honey colored sheepskin. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, 1940s. Very good condition.
Sheepskin
Fritz Hansen Model 1672 Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in London, England
Fritz Hansen - Model 1672 Wing Chair A large wing chair produced in Denmark in the 1940s by manufacturers Fritz Hansen. The square beech wood legs have been stained and oiled and th...
Sheepskin, Beech
$4,604
H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in
Rare armchair 'CH-34' by Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1960s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare oak and leather armchair model 'CH-34' designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, 1960s. Made in solid oak with tapered legs. Original black leather upholstery. Great original patina. Makers mark on bottom...
Leather, Oak
Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair Model #1672
By Fritz Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fritz Hansen lounge chair model #1672 A large scale lounge chair by Fritz Hansen upholstered in a luxurious red velvet with corded trim on bl...
Velvet, Oak
$1,980 / set
H 29.75 in W 20 in D 21 in
Hans J. Wegner Wishbone chairs, matched pair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic matching pair wishbone chairs in oak and paper cord designed by Hans J Wegner. manufactured by Carl Hansen & son Great original condition.Retain original labels..
Papercord, Oak
$3,800 / set
H 38 in W 25.25 in D 22 in
1940s Danish Modern Armchairs in the Style of Fritz Hansen - A Pair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Originally crafted in the 1940s in Denmark, these two Fritz Hansen-style armchairs consist of mahogany frames and light beige wool upholstery. Expert woodwork lends the overall desig...
Wool, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage Hans Wegner Chair for Johannes Hansen, Made in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage solid oak armchair designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, model number JH-503 for Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark. The chair became immensely popular and was dubbed "The C...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, 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 ...
Rattan, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chinese chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1980. Cherrywood and leather cushion.
Leather, Cherry
Sold
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Hans J. Wegner 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood and Black Leath
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner, 1914–2007 Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather. Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Hansen in 2002. The chairs are in excellent condition and showcase outstanding craftsmanship. About the model: The China Chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 as a simplified and elegant reinterpretation of the traditional Chinese armchair from the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), often referred to as the “Horse Shoe” chair...
Leather, Cherry
Pair of Hans Wegner Rosewood China Chairs c1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - Pair of Model FH-4283 China Chairs, 1944 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark these versions of Wegner's iconic design are made in exquisite, highly figured rosewood...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 22.45 in D 17.72 in
China Chair Model FH 4283 Made In Dark Wood & Black Leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The China Chair, model FH 4283, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1950s, is made of dark wood with an original black leather upholstered seat. The chair ...
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair for PP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wagner presented the first version of the Chinese chair in 1943, since then more versions have appeared. Originally Wagner designed the P66 chair for Fritz Hansen where it was i...
Papercord, Ash
Sold
H 31.89 in W 21.07 in D 21.66 in
China Chairs Mid-Century Design Hans Wegner Execution Fritz Hansen Mahogany
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
3 China chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, executed by Fritz Hansen, 1981, mahogany, cushions reupholstered The "China Chairs" are representative of the lightness, elegance and fun...
Wood, Mahogany
Sold
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Chinese Chairs in Mahogany for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Chinese chairs in mahogany. Loose seat cushions upholstered with leather, fitted with buttons. Executed by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair ma...
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 31 in W 22.8 in D 22.4 in
Set of 6 Wegner PP66 "Chinese Chairs" for PP Mobler in Oak and Papercord
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
At the Cabinetmakers' Guild's Autumn Exhibition in 1943, Wegner presented his first version of a chair inspired by an old Chinese chair, which he had...
Papercord, Oak
Sold
H 31.89 in W 22.64 in D 20.48 in
Armchair “China” Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1944
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mahogany and leather. This example made in the 1980s. Measures: H 81 cm/ 32'' W 57.5 cm/ 22 3/4'' D 52 cm/ 20 1/2''.
Mahogany
Hans J. Wegner China Chair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen, 1944
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner China chair in Brazilian rosewood with leather cushion. Designed 1944 and executed at Fritz Hansen app, 1960s. Very good condition. Available as a pair.
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair ma...
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner FH 4283 China chair, 1944 Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion. This example was originally purchased from the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen and the original retailer’s badge is in place under the seat. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Leather, Rosewood
