Mid-Century Modern Furniture
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Hans Wegner Mid Century White Leather Armchair for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, this GE 151 archair is a Classic example of Mid-Century Modern design.
Featuring angular black painted beechwood frames and arms, the newly restored chair...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Danish Midcentury Teak double bed with Cane headboard by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegantely shaped double bed model GE 701 designed by Hans Wegner in the 1960s and produced by Getama. The headboard is made of woven cane and has floating side tables...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner, these CH23 chairs features refined styling and masterful craftsmanship and are immediately recognizable with their curved seat backs and "+" shaped oak inlays.
In good vintage condition with the original paper cord (two chairs need some light seat restoration and cleaning. Please see photos). All chairs...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak, Papercord
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Mid Century AT 33 Teak and Oak Sewing Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck midcentury AT-33 Teak and Oak sewing table
This table measures: 25.25 wide x 22.5 deep x 23.75 high. When expanded the width of the table is 46.5 inch...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH-33 Chairs in Teak
Located in Seattle, WA
Set of for Hans J. Wegner "CH33" from the early Carl Hansen & Sons production in the 1960s in teak, with plywood seating. in original condition, beautiful patina.
All stamped undern...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama Oak Relax Armchair with Adjustable Backrest
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama Oak Relax Armchair with Adjustable Backrest
Discover the perfect combination of style and comfort with the Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama relax armchair. This...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner oak side / coffee table for Andreas Tuck, Denmark
Located in Bern, CH
Mid Century Danish oak side table designed by Hans J. Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck, Denmark. Beautifully made oak tabletop with lower magazine shelf
Designer: Hans J. Wegner
Prod...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Hans J. Wegner: Pair of “FH 1788” Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner: Pair of “FH 1788” Armchairs Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Restored with new filling in original fabric cushions.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Hans J Wegner 'JH811' Mid-Century Steel and Leather Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A scarce set of six dining chairs by legendary designer Hans J Wegner,
Denmark, c1950s.
'JH811' model for Johannes Hansen.
Original condition steel frames and light leather uph...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs by Carl Hansen and Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage pair of the iconic Hans J. Wegner Wishbone chairs by Carl Hansen & Son.
We aren't positive of when these chairs were manufactured but we believe they were produced in the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Rush, Teak
Hans Wegner 'Heart' Dining Set for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Rare ‘Heart’ Dining set, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the 1950’s. The chairs ‘model FH4103’, are a combination of solid oak and teak veneer. The...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Set of 3 Hans Wegner Fh4103 “Heart” Dining Chairs, 1953
Located in Hampstead, QC
Set of 3 Original Hans Wegner FH4103 “Heart” Chairs for the Fritz Hansen furniture company of Denmark. Manufactured in 1953, these iconic chairs are made of oak (frame and backrest) ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
1960s Vintage Hans Wegner Model J16 Rocking Chair
Located in Boston, MA
Mid Century Danish Modern 'Model J16' rocking chair by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, circa 1970s. Solid lacquered beech wood frame with woven paper cord seat. Great lines and craftsman...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech
JH 517 - Buck Chair in patinated teak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 517 - 'Buck Chair' in patinated teak and new textile from Kjellerup Væveri (COLOR 10-109) with manufacturer's label. Hans Wegner for master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of 8 “the Chair” by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of 8 “The Chair” by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler
Additional information:
The PP503 Chair, designed by Hans Wegner, is identified as one o...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Mid-Century Modern Oak AT-316 Dining Table by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern AT-316 dining room table.
Design by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck Møbelfabrik.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid oak frame with four...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Teak
Hans Wegner AP 20 "Baby Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Baby Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca. 1956, Denmark. These chairs were made by expert cabinetmakers by hand with only the fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner AP 28 "Mama Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Mama Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca. 1956, Denmark. These chairs were made by expert cabinetmakers by hand with only the fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Set of Eight Hans Wagner "Round" Dining Chairs in Teakwood
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...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Mid Century Design Teak Bar / Serving Cart or Trolley, Hans Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 72 x 48 x 61 cm (length x width x height)
This elegant bar cart was created by renown Danish designer Hans Wegner and manufactured by Andreas Tuck in Denmark. The bar tro...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
AP16 Armchair by Hans Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AP16 Armchair by Hans Wegner. Beech frame with an olive leather cushion. Manufactured by AP Stolen, Copenhagen.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mid Century Oak Lounge Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA GE-290, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time to the height of Danish design with this authentic mid-century modern lounge chair designed by the legendary Hans Wegner, produced by the esteemed Getama company. D...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true vintage gem born on April 28, 1958 (it's birthday is stamped on the back of the piece)...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960’s J16 Beechwood Danish Rocking Chair Designed By Hans Wegner
Located in Norwich, GB
A Danish design classic - J16 beechwood rocking chair by Hans Wegner.
Introduced in 1944, this model dates to the 1960's, stamped 'Made in Denmark 66.5.1' along with the maker's la...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Beech
Set of Six Oak "Wishbone" Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Montreal, QC
Set of six oak and paper cord "Wishbone" chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son.
CH24 'Wishbone' chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 and made in Denmark in 1965 by Carl Han...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner PP203 Dining Room Chairs for PP Møbler Denmark, 1969
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Elevate your dining space with this exceptional set of Hans J. Wegner PP2023 dining chairs, crafted by PP Mobler in Denmark in 1969. Renowned for their iconic design and impeccable ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and sober design by Hans Wegner produced by the Danish manufacturer A.P. Stolen. The clean lines of these armchairs are highlighted by the beautiful rosewood structure and...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Palisander
Hans Wegner Ge40 Getama Danish Modern of Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stained oak-framed Pair of Lounge Chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama (Denmark). Features light wool upholstery and sprung cushions. Price for pair. 36w 30d 29h 18seat
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
CH28 “Sawbuck” Chair in Teak Wood and Leather by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a “Sawbuck” chair design by Hans Wegner and hand built by the Carl Hansen and Son funiture manufacturers in Denmark. Frame consists of solid walnut wood in a modified X shap...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1970, the GE 525 dining chair offers a beautifully rounded design sculpted in wood. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 lounge chair features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Sculpted “cigar” shaped arms show off the natural beauty of wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Ge290 Oak Coffee Table for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Hans J. Wegner Coffee Table by Getama in light natural oak and brass details. Matches the GE290 Sofa Series.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage “Papa Bear” chair designed by the famous Danish architect and furniture maker Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen in Denmark, circa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner, Shaker Dining Table, smoked oak, extension leafes. Getama.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner shaker dining table made of smoked oak. Extension leafes
Made by GETAMA.
2x50 cm
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid century modern teak tabour door Credenzas by Hans Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Beautiful Danish dark teak tabour door credenzas designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. One credenza has 2 birch adjustable shelves that are removable the other has 6 birch d...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Birch
Armchair Model CH28 in Oak, Designed By Hans J. Wegner Made by Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair, model CH28, represents a sublime meeting between functionality and aesthetics, created by the well-known designer Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. Crafted from solid oak, this special edition is beautifully upholstered in black leather, adding a sophisticated dimension to the original design.
The CH28 chair...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Mama Bear Lounge Chair Model AP 27
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-27, also known as the Mama Bear chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1957. This iconic chair has a tall back and oak wood paws and beautifully sculpted arms. As with every We...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Oak Dining Table by Hans Wegner
Located in London, GB
An oak dining table, large enough to seat 6, designed by Hans Wegner and made by Danish designer and cabinetmaker, Andreas Tuck, during the 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Reupholstered Chair #CH30 by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Set of 2
Located in Elshout, NL
Vintage design chairs: CH30
Fab design by Hans J. Wegner with the renowned cruciform woodcraft fixture technique connecting the backrest. Other parts of the chair design are remarkab...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Wool
Mid century modern teak Hans Wegner RY 16 dresser
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This Danish teak chest of drawers was designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 1950s. This 4 drawer dresser features great details of craftsmanship and shows a beautiful wood grain. Great v...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
1960s Hans J. Wegner Pair of GE 290 Armchairs in Oak for Getama, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts have been refurbished and therefore both chairs are in very good condition
- The original spring pillows in good original conditions
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Set of Four Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern set by Hans Wegner refinished in black. Paper cord seats, sculpted frames, "wishbone" back. These chairs were designed for comfort and style.
(Please confirm it...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Wood
Hans Wegner "GE290" Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "GE290" Lounge Chair
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Side table Model AT35 design by Hans J. Wegner 1945 Denmark
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Side table Model AT35 design by Hans J. Wegner,1945 Denmark
Side table model AT35 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1945 for Andreas Tuck.
This is a very early model and belongs to th...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
CH25 Easy Chair in Oak Oil Finish with Natural Papercord *Quickship*
Located in Burlington, NJ
The CH25 is one of the first four chairs Hans J. Wegner created exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn at the beginning of the collaboration which started in 1949. The chair, considered r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
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...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH31 Oak & Rattan
Located in St-Brais, JU
A very rare set of the model CH32 dining chair designed by Hans J. Wegner made for Carl Hansen & Sons in the 1950s. Solid oak with beautiful grain and rattan cane on the seats and b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner 1949
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
At 312 Oak Table by Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
Created by Hans Wegner, recognized as one of the leading designers of the Danish mid-century modern movement, this table is the epitome of functional modernity. The "AT-312" model de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Sofa Daybed Model GE7 in Teak and Cane 1960's for Getama
Located in Chicago, IL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Daybed model GE 7
Denmark, circa 1965.
Teak, painted wood, upholstery, caning.
This really cool convertible daybed / sofa, designed by...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Conference chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1942 for Plan Møbler, Denmark. These distinguished pieces, born from Wegner's creative genius, were originally designed for the Aarhus...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Mid-century Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Knoll, Fabio Ltd, and J.T. Kalmar. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
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