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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
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Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956 A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Teak

1960s Set of Four Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH23 Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Carl Hansen & S√∏n CH23 Chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1950. This set dates to the 1960s. The design features a solid oiled-oak frame, and has a woven pa...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak, Papercord

Danish Mid-century Modern Hans Wegner "Cigar" Oak Sofa by GETAMA circa 1950's
Located in Miami, FL
Danish Mid-century Hans Wegner GETAMA Oak Cigar Sofa 1950s Offered for sale is a Danish mid-century modern Hans Wegner "Cigar" oak sofa with loose seat cushions and original upholst...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

CH-35 armchair by Hans Wegner, design 1959
Located in PARIS, FR
CH-35 model armchair by Hans Wegner, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, in its oak and black leather version. A modern design classic by Hans Wegner with recognizable cult...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner FH4103 Chairs ( Up To Ten Available)
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Having gorgeous original patina with splendid craftsmanship while utilizing a space saving design. U...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set of Six Hans J Wegner FH 4103 Heart Chairs Oak Denmark, 1950s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very rare and truly stunning set of six Danish mid century FH 4103 / "heart" wooden dining chairs in oak & lacquer teak by Hans J. Wegner produced by Fritz Hansen Denmark, 1950s. In ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with yellow fabric. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 armchair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Signed with stamp in the wood underneath.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with pure aniline leather. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Viintage Oak and Teak CH23 Side Chair by Hans Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful oak and teak side chair model CH23 for Carl Hansen & son by Hans Wegner. this timeless design one of the well known designs of dining chairs. they feature oak frames with b...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak, Teak

Finn Juhl NV-48 Armchair - Niels Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finn Juhl model NV 48 armchair produced by Niels Vodder, with maker's stamp on the rear stretcher. Wood is Teak.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner "Sawbuck" CH-29 Desk Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Price is for each Iconic “Sawbuck” CH-29 Desk Side designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark in 1952. This chair is defined by its A-sh...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

Early Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-23 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful and rare set of four Hans Wegner model CH-23 oak dining chairs produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. This set has been fully restored including new rope seats...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Oak GE-236 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century "GE-236" sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1960's. Much loved Danish four seat sofa with original sprung cushions on seat and backrest. Cozy upholstered arms too, ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
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 Seating

Materials

Papercord, Ash, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290, soap treated Oak, 1970s Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with two tone grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Model 290, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH-24 for Carl Hansen, 1950, sold as a set of 4 and we have 6 in total. This iconic model also known as the "Wishbone chair" is in oak and Danish rope, designed ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak

4 Early Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 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'...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Model GE 375 Paddle Chair in Saved NY Cashmere
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With gorgeous patinaed oak, custom cushions handcrafted from cashmere throws by Saved NY, and a finishing touch of beautiful Loro Piana leather, this one-of-...
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1960s Danish Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Oak and Woven Papercord CH25 Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
This is an oiled oak and papercord Hans Wegner Model CH25 Lounge chair. Excellent and comfortable. Solid handmake construction. Still being produ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Early Hans J. Wegner Solid Oak GE-240 "Cigar" Stool / Ottoman for Getama Denmark
Located in Ystad, SE
Early Hans J. Wegner Solid Oak GE-240 "Cigar" Stool / Ottoman for Getama Denmark 1955 Stool made as addition for the iconic GE-260 and GE-240 lounge chairs. Please see photo of Manu...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

5 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
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...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

20th Century Danish Set of Three Carl Hansen & Søn Y Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish set of three Wishbone chairs made of hand carved Oakwood, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, in good condition. The Scandinavian Y-shaped, armchairs have a curved slim backrest with arched arms, supported by four rounded wooden legs. At least hundred steps are required to design, produced each side chair. The seat cover is made of original hand woven paper rope. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1960, Denmark, Scandinavia. Seat: 18.5" H x 19" W x 19.5" D Hans Jorgensen Wegner was born in 1914, in Tonder, Denmark and passed away in 2007 Denmark. He was a world-renowned Danish furniture designer. Wegner finished his apprenticeship at 17, he developed his skills from the master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg. In 1951, Wegner received a major design prizes, from the Lunning prize and the Grand Prix of the Milan Triennale. Carl Hansen & Søn is a family-owned Danish furniture manufacturer, founded in 1908, in Odense, Denmark by the Danish master cabinet maker Carl Hansen. The Y Chair...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Rope, Oak, Paper

Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with light grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat. Frame of oak. Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs by Otto Schulz, upholstered with luxurious dark green velvet. Loose cushions. Generous, elegant design, gr...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Set of 4 Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn Chairs for Johannes Hansen in Oak
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 4 Restored Oak Cow Horn chairs by Hans Wegner with new olive green leather seats. This set of Cow Horn Chairs are rarely seen and extraordinarily crafted with inlays of Braz...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

2006 Hans Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn in Oak w/ Leather Seats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1956. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2006. The listed price includes on...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Foam, Oak, Lacquer

Set of four CH24 Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Wishbone chairs. Denmark 1960
Located in Torino, IT
Set of four CH24 Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Wishbone chairs. Denmark 1960
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1960s Danish Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark, 1950 Hans J. Wegner (Danish, 1914–2007) was a renowned furniture designer associated with Organic Fu...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rope, Wood

Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak

2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Chair in Oak / Papercord Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair made with an oak frame painted black with a natural paper cord seat. Designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, the ch...
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2010s Danish Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Papercord

Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark 1973
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by PP Møbler in Denmark, 1973. Both chairs are made out of ash wood and come in a very good original conditio...
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20th Century Seating

Materials

Papercord, Ash

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Teak

Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

JH 803 - Sofa in original leather by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 803 - 3-seater sofa in original brown leather with metal frame. Designed in the 1970's by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-284 Lounge Chair, Oak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284 lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmake...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH 539 Cane Stool
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 Seating

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Cow Horn Chair, Model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design cow horn chair, model JH-505 for Johannes Hansen. Rare dining or desk chair by the master Hans J. Wegner in solid teak with rosewood inlay. New cane seat, in ve...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Lounge Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE 290 oak, Denmark 190
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of Lounge Easy Chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA GE 290, made in Denmark. These chairs are in excellent condition. The oakwood frame has developed a beaut...
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1960s Danish Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner JH-505 Teak and Cane Cowhorn Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A matching set of six JH-505 Cowhorn Chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Executed in teak with cane seats, these iconic chairs are distinguished by their elegantl...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Rosewood, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite model JH-540 valet chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Originally designed for a king, no detail is overlooked in its craftsmanship. Sculptu...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Model GE-290 Sofa
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner is a master furniture designer who has had a profound influence on the history of Danish furniture design. The GE290 is an iconic product, and its completed form is v...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Model FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This is a fine set of four FH4103 stackable heart tripod dining chairs, initially designed by Hans Wegner in 1952. These particular examples were manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denm...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Beech, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Set of Six “Wishbone” Chairs in Oak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner “The Wishbone Chair”. Set of six armchairs of oak. Seat with woven papercord. CH 24. Designed 1949. Manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Divina wool in 100 % New Zealand wool. Original Epeda cushions. Frame in solid oak. Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench - Lacquered Walnut
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Walnut

Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
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...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans 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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Cherry

Hans Wegner JH-509 Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner JH-509 Armchair. Designed in 1962. Produced by Johannes Hansen. Wood is Oak.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa For Getama
Located in Genarp, SE
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with bouclè fabric
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

10 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 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'...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Hans J. Wegner Adjustable Daybed GE-1 in Teakwood by GETAMA, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare & important daybed with footstool model GE-1 by Hans J. Wegner. From the very early production by GETAMA in the 1950s. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Ma...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Teak

1960s Hans J. Wegner Set of 6 Early Wishbone Chairs in Oak By Carl Hansen and So
Located in Praha, CZ
- very good original condition considering the age with minor signs of use - Sturdy and stable - Stamped by producer - height of seat 43 cm
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Hans J. Wegner 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood and Black Leath
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Hans Wegner Woven Cane Bench or Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Classic design rarely seen in excellent condition. Executed in oak. Label below.
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1950s Danish Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Oak

Set of 10 Hans Wegner Armchairs, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful set of ten arm chairs 'Koldinghus' by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1970, in oak with straps of hemp, stackable, very comfortable.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Hemp, Oak

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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