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Hans Wegner Midcentury Original Classic JH-512 Folding Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Hans Wegner and is in its original finish and cane seat and back. The chair has the authentic burned in
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chairs , manner Of Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic PAIR Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chairs , manner Of Hans Wegner. Superior quality and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chair , manner Of Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Lounge Chair , manner Of Hans Wegner. Superior quality and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Classic Hans Wegner Side Chairs in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of signed Hans Wegner side or dining chairs by C.M.Madsens, Denmark ca' 1950s. Oak with
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Papercord

Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A matched pair of classic chairs. Original Cane seats Original surface Branded signature.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
H 30 in W 24.75 in D 20 in
Pair Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic JH-501 teak arm chairs with cane seats. This is an especially beautiiful and early pair
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
Pair Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
H 30 in W 24.75 in D 20 in
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
H 29.5 in W 30 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
H 38.5 in W 30 in D 33 in
Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and beautiful, vintage Hans Wegner CH 23 chair made of teak and oak, with cord seat
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
H 30.5 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of 3 (not two!) CH30 dining chairs by Hans Wegner in Oak and Teak and red upholstery. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Chairs
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Oak
H 38.5 in W 30 in D 33 in
Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Original Danish
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Oak
H 29.5 in W 30 in D 31 in
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

ML-33 Rocking Chair by Hans Wegner, 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic Hans Wegner ML-33 rocking chair in teak. Made for Michael Laursen circa 1940s. The chair
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Set of 5 Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic set of JH-501 teak arm chairs with cane seats. This is an especially beautiiful and early
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Set of 5 Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
Set of 5 Early Hans Wegner Round Chairs
H 30 in W 24.75 in D 20 in
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China Chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair
H 32.3 in W 21.7 in D 21.7 in
pair of “Sawbuck” CH 29 chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
The iconic "Sawbuck" chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark in 1952
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-270 Lounge Chair, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner GE-270 lounge chair, 1956 Classic Wegner lounge chair produced by GETAMA in Gedsted
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner GE-270 Lounge Chair, 1956
Hans Wegner GE-270 Lounge Chair, 1956
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s Classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

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
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
Hans J. Wegner Peacock Lounge Chair
H 42.5 in W 30 in D 25 in
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair Cherry
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Sawbuck Chair, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Model CH28, “Sawbuck” Danish lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Sawbuck Chair, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
Sawbuck Chair, CH28, by Hans Wegner, 1951
H 30.25 in W 29.25 in D 26.75 in
Pair of Hans Wegner Walnut China Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner FH 4283 China chair, 1944 This incredibly rare version of Wegner's iconic
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Pair of Hans Wegner Walnut China Chairs
Pair of Hans Wegner Walnut China Chairs
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce model AP-20 chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is
Category

Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
H 32 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Papa Bear Chair, a classic design by Hans Wagner, showcases timeless elegance with its iconic
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
1960’s J16 Beechwood Danish Rocking Chair Designed By Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Norwich, GB
A Danish design classic - J16 beechwood rocking chair by Hans Wegner. Introduced in 1944, this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner GE-270 lounge chairs, 1956 Classic Wegner lounge chairs produced by GETAMA in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1956
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1956
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three-seat version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa
Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa
H 29.5 in W 71 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two seater version of the 290
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa
Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa
H 29.5 in W 50 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s Classic
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool, Oak
H 16.5 in W 23 in D 20.5 in
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner FH 4283 China chair, 1944. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Hans Wegner J16 Beech Rocking Chair, circa 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, FDB Møbler
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler spindle back rocker, 1944 designed. Featuring Beech framework with 3 ply
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Scandinavian Modern White Vintage Rocking Chair J 16 by Hans Wegner Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern Classic rocking chair J 16 by Hans Wegner designed 1944 and executed by Mobler
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three-seat version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa, Oak
H 29.5 in W 71 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two seater version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Oak
H 29.5 in W 50 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner GE-290S Footstool, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s Classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290s Footstool, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s Classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner Ge-290s Footstool, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290S footstool is one of the architect’s Classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Teak Round Chair designed by Hans Wegner with New Cane Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Hans Wegner, the round chair is a classic example of Danish modernism, with its clean lines and organic
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Cigar Chair Model GE240 by Hans J Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice example of this classic chair, freshly uphosltered in Mocha coloured Boucle fabric. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of 'Plank' Chairs Model GE290 by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Design Classic Hans Wegner CH30 Chairs in Teak, 1960s, Set of 8
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Martin-Hansen
Located in Renens, CH
Hans Wegner CH30 chairs in a set of 8, produced by Carl Hansen during the 1960s. PLEASE CONTACT
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three-seat version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two-seat version of the 290 lounge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa - Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three seater version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three-seat version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two seater version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/2 Sofa, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290/2 is the two-seat version of the 290 lounge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-290/3 Sofa - Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290/3 is the three seater version of the 290
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

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Hans Wegner Classic Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal hans wegner classic chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every hans wegner classic chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect hans wegner classic chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A hans wegner classic chair made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made hans wegner classic chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and C.M. Madsen are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for a hans wegner classic chair at 1stDibs is $6,800, while they’re typically $1,350 on the low end and $35,000 for the highest priced.

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