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Furniture For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Alvar Aalto
Alvar Aalto Table Model 81B, Red Linoleum surface.
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto rectangular L-leg table in red linoleum top, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab and retailed by Artek since the 1930s.
Alvar Aalto designs are famous ...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954
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"...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Pine
Alvar Aalto Dining Room Set Model DL82 Table & Model 65 Chairs, circa 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto dining room set model DL82 table and 3 pieces of model 65 chairs from the 1950s, manufactured by O.Y. Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas A.B. Birch a...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, circa 1950s. Model created in the 1930s. White linoleum top with birch frame and white lacquered wood wheels with rubber rings...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Rubber, Birch
Set of Four Teak CH-29 Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and minimalistic set of four danish modern CH-29 Sawbuck dining chairs. Designed by Hans J. Wagner in 1951 for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Manufactured probably in ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Brass 'Kultakello' Model A 330 'Golden Bell' Pendant by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Utrecht, NL
Model A330 is the more complex variation of the popular and more simple model A330S / 'The Golden Bell” that was originally designed in 1936 by Alvar Aalto and his wife Aaino for the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
1960s Hans J Wegner Solid Oak Coffee Table 'AT-15' for Andreas Tuck, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished.
- Stamped by producer.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pendant by Alvar Aalto for Valaistostyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Alvar Aalto to Valaistostyo Ky, Finland. Model A-203, Circa 1950th.
Lacquered metal with brass elements. Stamped by manufacturer.
Existing wires, rewiring avai...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of Four "Airport-Chairs", Model AP37, by Hans J. Wegner and AP Stolen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four "Airport-Chairs," model AP37, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by AP Stolen in the 1950s, is a true testament to the enduring brilliance of Danish design.
...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen Set of Four Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, set of four dining chairs, model ‘C23’, oak, teak, cognac leather, Denmark, designed in 1950
The chair model ‘C23’ features sophisticated details that characterize Wegner’s well-known designs. Per example, note the wood joints in shape of a crucifix that highlight the backrest. As one of the first exclusively for Carl Hansen designed chairs, the ‘C23’ surprises the user until today with a combination of Danish elegance and comfort.
Hans Wegner (1914-2007) is one of the most prolific furniture designers of the world. Wegner was born in 1914 in Denmark and began his apprenticeship with Danish master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg when he was fourteen years old. Afterwards, he moved to Copenhagen and attended the School of Arts and Crafts between 1936 and 1938. In 1938, he was approached by the architects and designers Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Variant of Model JH507 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 16 dining chairs variant of model JH507 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Easy Chairs Model JH54 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model JH54 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Six Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chairs, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful set of six dining room chairs, model GE525, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by GETAMA in the 1960s, in smoked oak and light colored, speck...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Oak, Wool
Alvar Aalto Side Table for Artek Finland 1970s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Alvar Aalto L leg rectangular side table for Artek. Bentwood laminated-birch legs. Original black linoleum top.
Can be used as coffee table, console or child desk.
Nice patina.
Category
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Stool model 60, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Stool model 60 designed by Alvar Aalto for Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab from the 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. Iconic Al...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Umbrella Stand Model no. 115 Birch & Brass 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early Umbrella stand model no. 115 designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936. This example was manufactured in the 1940s. This umbrella stand brings together birch and brass in a structur...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early Hans J. Wegner, model CH24, Wishbone chair, Carl Hansen & Søn, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Early example of the iconic Wishbone chair (or the Y-chair as it also is called), designed in 1949 by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn and was put into production from 1950 and f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocker Model J16 by Hans Wegner in Beech, 1944
Located in Belmont, MA
Whether soothing a newborn or unwinding after a hectic day, nothing compares to the gentle rocking motion of the Wegner J16 Rocking Chair. Designed by Hans J. Wegner, one of his earl...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Beech
1958 Danish Teak Hutch Bar Credenza by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Born on April 22nd in 1958, this free-standing wall-unit / hutch is truly an architectural masterpiece. The entire construction can be easily broken down and assembled without any h...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Teak, Pine
Vintage Aalto Table rectangular (Table 80A) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
Table 80A with red linoleum top
(Red linoleum top is no longer in production)
The Aalto Table rectangular is a perfect solution for numerous spaces, from a small kitchen to large di...
Category
1930s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Teak Hans Wegner Lounge Chair GE290 by GETAMA - Fully Restored
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lounge chair GE290 is a beloved early design by Hans Wegner, Wegner already designed the chair in 1953. The chair offers exceptional good seating comfort and much convenience is offe...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Pair of 'Airport' Chairs in Leather & Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, pair of 'Airport' lounge chairs, leather, steel, Denmark, 1958
This pair of Airport chairs are designed by icon Hans Wegner in 1958. The design was n...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner AT-312 Sculpted Teak & Oak Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
Located in San Diego, CA
Hans Wegner AT-312 Sculpted Teak & Oak Dining for Andreas Tuck. Made in Denmark, Large draw leaf dining table. Leaves conveniently store under the table when not in use and easily p...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Early 1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by AP Stolen/ Denmark
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic early production Papa Bear chair and Ottoman designed by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen.Chair and ottoman retains original fabric as well as original finish to the w...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Stool 60 with finger joint seat by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
1960s model with five slits in the L-legs and a finger-joint detail on the seat.
Date of Manufacture: circa 1960s
"The finger joint detail vanished in the mid 1960s.
(The finger joi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa, model GE285/3 Oak & Savak wool
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa, original upholstered with striped Savak wool.
Frame in solid soap treated oak.
Model 285/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Wool, Oak
Stool X600 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
This stool was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954 and features his impressive X-Leg design.
X-Legs are created from splitting the traditional L-Leg in a longitudinal direction and re-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of 1960s Birch Wood K65 Alvar Aalto Stools by Artek-- 2 Pieces
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Madison, WI
Dimensions:
13.5" seat diameter
24" Seat height
28" total height
Sold as a pair of two stools.
**Ships from our Madison WI warehouse, for fast shipping within the US
Very early 19...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Stool X601 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
This stool was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954 and features his impressive X-Leg design.
X-Legs are created from splitting the traditional L-Leg in a longitudinal direction and re-c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Model AT33 Drop-Leaf Sewing Table in Teak
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Danish solid teak sewing or side table (model AT33) designed by Hans J Wegner and manufactured Andreas Tuck. Crafted with two drop leaves that...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Hans J. Wegner Settee For Johannes Hansen, Model JH 555
Located in San Diego, CA
We are so excited to present this gorgeous rare Hans J. Wegner Settee For Johannes Hansen, Model JH 555, with slanted upholstered seat and back, on a teak base,...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Alvar Aalto Pair of Artek Cantilever Armchairs Model 402, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of mid-century Alvar Aalto cantilever 'spring' chairs model 402, also known as Pikkupaimio (small paimio) associated with the legendary Paimio Sanatorium designed by Aalto.
The chairs are lightweight and can be situated practically in any room or interior, and are easily moved around due to their lightness, both in weight and in appearance.
The chairs have beautiful patina and are reupholstered in black premium fabric. Both chairs are stamped "Artek Aalto design Made in Finland...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
JH 540 - The Valet Chair in solid mahogany by Hans Wegner
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Alvar Aalto Mahogany Desk for Artek with Drawers and Pull Out Work Surfaces
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
The model #500 mahogany desk designed by Alvar Aalto, made in Sweden for Artek, Finland. Six drawers with two pull-out work surface boards. A nice example...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Aalto Table half-round by Alvar Aalto for Artek (coffee table height)
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
The Aalto Table designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933 conveys a relaxed familiarity that resists categorisation. With legs and edge-bands of Finnish birch, it radiates natural beauty and w...
Category
1930s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed By Hans Wegner For Getama Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed by Hans Wegner for Getama
The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. This brilliantly constructed...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Linen, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Tambour Door Cabinet Plan Møbler 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Hans J. Wegner tambour door cabinet with 30 drawers. Made in oak and drawers in birch wood. Prod. 1940s for the Aarhus city hall by Plan Møbler Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner For Getama GE-259 Adjustable Oak Daybed
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Norwalk, CT
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1954, the GE-259 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture lending itself to both style and function. Not only easily used as a sofa in a living space to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early Hans Wegner Teak King Sized Headboard for Getama / Povl Dinesen Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A teak two piece king sized Danish headboard , mounts to the back of the bed frames , platform or wall with four cast steel L brackets which are inclu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Alvar Aalto, Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is a beautiful extending table model 92 by Alvar Aalto from 1940s. Body of the table is solid birch. The surface of the table is laminated by oak veneer. Extension leaf to be st...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch, Oak
Alvar Aalto foldable table In Blue Linoleum, Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto foldable table in birch with beautiful blue linoleum surface, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the 1950s. The materials used by Artek were very duarbl...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Pair Hans J. Wegner: “GE 375” Highback Oak Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair Hans J. Wegner: “GE 375” Highback Oak Chairs
Designed 1969. Manufactured and stamped by Getama, Gedsted
Loose cushions in original wool with new inserts. Restored
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Aalto Table Round (Table 91) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
The Aalto Table conveys a relaxed familiarity that resists categorisation.
With legs and edge-bands of Finnish birch, it radiates natural beauty and warmth, moving easily between p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Alvar Aalto Pair of Artek Cantilever Armchairs Model 401, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of mid-century Alvar Aalto cantilever 'spring' chairs model 401. This chair is similar to the iconic one known as Pikkupaimio (small paimio) but with a higher back a...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto, a Pair of Lounge Chairs, Model 'RB 511' for Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Odense, DK
A refined pair of lounge chairs, legs made in solid birch and fabric upholstered in a turquoise alcantara. Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in Finland. Model "RB 511". This rare col...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Birch
Danish Modern Cherry CH24 Wishbone Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, 1990s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Cherry CH24 Wishbone Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, 1990s.
Designed in 1949 by Danish designer Hans Jørgensen Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, ...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Vintage Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsens 'W2' Chair in Oak; Denmark, 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely example of the early work of the 20th century's master of seating design, Hans J. Wegner. The sculpted oak backrest or top-rail employed here was developed as part of a fami...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Wishbone Dining Chair
Located in Springfield, OR
A fantastic set of 4 Hans Wegner designed wishbone chairs for Carl Hansen. These have been restored snd newly recorded with traditional danish papercord. These are made of beech wood...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Cord, Beech
Hans Wegner Large Scale Oak End Tables or Night Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of large scale Danish Modern oak end tables, designed by Hans Wegner for Andreus Tuck, Denmark, circa 1950s. These tables are currently being...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner GE19 Daybed with Teak and Camel Leather for Getama Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful early Daybed Model GE19 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1960s. Teak frame with tapered legs and brass brackets in very good condition with minor traces of use...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 21.5 wide x 20 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 28 inches
...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Early Alvar Aalto Hallway Armchair in Red Lacquer Finish
By Alvar Aalto, Finmar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking Model 403 Hallway Chair in red lacquer finish, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanitorium, later issued by Finmar. The armchair showcases a fluid design, with a gra...
Category
1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model CH-22, ca. 1950
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model CH-22, ca. 1950. Very early original Hans J. Wegner CH-22 lounge chair. Frame is original and paperboard seating has been rewoven to exacting ori...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Set of Six Alvar Aalto Model 66 Dining Chairs for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artek’s Model 66 dining chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced in the 1950's feature honey toned birch legs and a high bent plywood backrest. The seat is circular birch wood with...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Birch, Laminate
Vintage N65 children's chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland 1960-70
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Bristol, GB
Kid's chairs by Alvar Aalto, model N65 for Artek, Finland.
This set of children's chairs date from the 1960s - 70s, retailed in the USA by ICF New York. Labels are present to the un...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, A. P. Stolen 1951
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' chair with arms of teak and legs of oak, upholstered with light soft fabric.
Designed 1951 and manufactured by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, model AP19.
Very f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Alvar Aalto Table & 5 Model 65 Chairs In Blue Laminate, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A dining set consisting of a L-leg table and 5 model 65 chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Huonekalu- Ja Rakennustehdas Oy, and retailed by Artek in Finland. All items ...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
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