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 J. Wegner Set of 4 Chairs in Oak & Fabric, Model CH30, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner, model "CH30" for Carl Hansen & Son. Stamped underneath. Designed in 1954.
The base is solid oak with a curved backrest in teak with oak dow...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
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. Refurbished and hand polished. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1960, Denmark, Scandinavia.
Measures: seat: 18.5" H x 19" W x 19.5" D
Hans Jorgensen Wegner was born in 1914 Tonder, Denmark and passed away in 2007 Denmark. He was a world-renowned Danish furniture designer. Wegen finished his apprenticeship at 17, he developed his skills from the master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg. In 1951, Wegen received 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rope, Oak, Paper
Teak GE-290 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1960s
Located in Köln, DE
GE290 3er Sofa nach einem Entwurf von Hans J. Wegner im Jahre 1953.
Polster mit Federkern, Bezug Hallingdal von Kvadrat vermutlich Farbcode 907.
• Hersteller: Getama
• Design:...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Fruit Bowl JH586 Johannes Hansen Teak Coffee Table, 1956
Located in Basel, BS
Iconic ‚Fruit Bowl‘ by Hans J. Wegner, model No. JH-586 designed in 1958 and hand-crafted by the master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen.
„Wegner presented the Fruit Bow...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ox Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner, Jørgensen
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ox Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner, Jørgensen
Hans J. Wegner 'Ox-chair' model AP-46. Lounge chair and ottoman with tubular steel frame.
Hans Wegner (Danish, 1914-2007) Ox Chair, Model AP 46, Model AP 49, Erik Jørgensen, Denmark, designed 1960. Chair and ottoman each maintain the original manufacturer labels: "Erik Jørgensen Made in Denmark" Very nice condition. base with any pitting or marks. Leather, Ostrich like in appearance, the whole in almost pristine condition.
Literature
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Hans Wegner Dining Chairs CM Madsen W2 Teak & Leather Cacti Vegan
Located in Basel, BS
Set of four Hans J. Wegner dining chairs, model W2, designed in 1953 for C.M. Madsens Fabriker in Denmark.
Solid teak frames, new upholstered with award winning black cacti leathe...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Oak Danish Modern Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Classic Hans Wegner for PP Mobler Coffee Table in Oak. Imported from Denmark. Label on bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952. This piece has been expertly restored in Kravet Couture tan & gray wool upholstery. A.P. Stolen Makers stamp t...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Wegner Teak Dresser from Ry Møbler '1950s'
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Introducing a timeless treasure - a Mid-Century Modern Danish Wegner Teak dresser from Ry møbler, crafted in the 1950s. This beautifully aged cabin...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner, Wishbone CH 24 pour Carl Hansen, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
4 chairs model CH24 in an early version produced in 1973 and stamped by the cabinetmakers. They are in oak and Danish rope, with a warm and cool patina which makes them totally diffe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Mahogany and Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' chair in mahogany and oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Papercord, Wood
Hans J. Wegner Teak Nesting Tables Set "At-40" for Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Hans J. Wegner, these AP-40 iconic teak nesting tables are sleek, Minimalist and modernism at its finest. constructed of solid teak, these nesting tables all fit perfectly into grooves in their mates, so once stacked, they can easily be picked up and moved without falling out, or fanned out perfectly to accommodate your cocktail, book and a snack.
These gorgeous tables are in vintage, original condition with almost no signs of wear, and feature an incredibly beautiful grain pattern, not usually found on these nesting tables.
This set is gorgeous and when we found them, they were placed alongside an original Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair and a Finn Juhl France chair, and not only did they hold their own, they really completed the tableau.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Teak and Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' chair in teak and oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitmen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Teak, Wood
Hans Wegner GE - 430 Nightstand, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1969, the 430 nightstand features unparalleled craftsmanship. This chest is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Black Leather and Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' chair in oak, black leather and oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Oak & White Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' chair in oak & white oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Wood
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 for Ry Mobler Oak Shelf Cabinet or Bookcase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Hans Wegner for RY Møbler Cabinet RY100 in Oak. Top sits on bottom. Rattan fronts.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947
Aldo known as PP550. Early 1960's production. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Johannes Hansen Copenhagen Denmark’. Ve...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J wagner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son. Vintage
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated
wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &
Son. Vintage condition
The CH07 Shell...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Model Jh-505 Cow Horn Chair in Teak
Located in San Diego, CA
Model JH 505.
Designed 1952.
Metal tags on each chair show authenticity.
Extremely rare. These teak, rosewood, and cane Hans Wegner "Cow Horn" chairs manufactured by Joha...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cane, Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern 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. Shallow chip on top of chair back measuring 1/2 inch long. Chair back’s sixth and seventh spindle from right slightly loose. Lamination along top of chair back slightly worn.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Rare Pair of Early Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Wing Chairs
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
We have for sale a stunning pair of original, early wing chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. These chairs are a perfect addition to any modern or contemporary living space, offering both timeless style and comfort.
The design of the chairs is based on the OX chair base, which is well-known for its stability and durability. However, these chairs have a sleeker and more refined look, making them stand out as a unique piece of furniture. The angles of the chairs are similar to those of the OX chair, but the overall design is more streamlined, giving them a modern and sophisticated appearance.
The chairs are in good condition, with solid construction this makes them an excellent choice for those who are looking for a high-quality piece of furniture that will last for years to come.
The Hans Wegner wing chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
GE-259 Adjustible Daybed / Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, ON
Introducing the Teak GE-259 Adjustable Daybed/Sofa by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, a stunning Mid-Century Modern piece of furniture that combines style and versatility.
Crafted from th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Teak Side Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner CH-33 teak side chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Designer
Hans J. Wegner.
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Large Extendable Hans Wegner Dining Table in Rosewood, Denmark
Located in Berlin, DE
Large dining table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark. Beautiful Rosewood top and elegant base with chromed legs. The table can be extended up to a width of 260cm.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Ebonized Oak Wishbone Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, ca. 1955
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Beautiful pair of vintage Hans J. Wegner CH24 "Wishbone" chairs in ebonized oak and woven paperboard seats. Very good vintage condition the seats have recently been re-woven with per...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J Wegner oak armchair Model Ch 28 Sawbuck for Carl Hansen Denmark 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Hans J Wegner armchair model CH 28 in Solid oak for Carl Hansen & Sons, later upholstery. Denmark 1960s
Good condition
Hans J. Wegner's CH28P Armchair, designed in 1951, incorp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric
- sturdy and stable.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Early Original Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen MCM Model Jh0567 Teak Dining Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Early Original Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen midcentury Model JH0567 Teak Dining Table
This table measures: 70.5 wide x 51.5 deep x 28 high, with a chair clearance of 27 inches,...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Newly Upholstered Hans Wegner AP48 Armchair in Cowhide, Denmark 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Newly Upholstered Hans Wegner AP48 armchair in Cowhide, Denmark 1960s. The AP48 Armchair is a classic furniture design by Hans Wegner, who designed the chair in 1951 for the manufact...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
T-11 Coffee Table by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic Coffee Table T-11 by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, Denmark. This piece has a teak top with oak legs and marked underneath. Designed in 1954 and manufactured during the 1950s t...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J Wegner, CH25 Easy Chair, Carl Hansen & Son, Scandinavian Modern /Mid1900s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Iconic CH25 chair in oak and cord designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark mid1900s. Manufactured mid-1900s.
Measures: seat depth ca 47.50 cm.
In good conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cord, Oak
20th Century Danish Carl Hansen & Søn Walnut Coffee Table by Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish coffee table made of hand crafted polished Walnut, designed and signed by Hans J. Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in good condition. The round table top of the Scandinavian sofa, side table is supported by three sculptural, curved wooden legs. Manufacturer label at the bottom. Model Nr. CH008, Serial Nr. 133854. Wear consistent with age and use. circa 1940-1960, Denmark, Scandinavia.
Hans Jorgensen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
1980 Butterfly Blue Lounge Chair GE 460 Designed by Hans Wegner
Located in Weesp, NL
Looking for a unique piece of furniture that seamlessly blends style and comfort? Look no further than the GE 460 butterfly lounge chair, designed by ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare pair of chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner, designed in 1949 and manufactured by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
This pair has wear and tear to the frame and rattan (please see ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Valet Chair, model no. JH540, teak and oak, original edition produced by Johannes Hansen, 1953.
Underside impressed with manufacturer’s mark: JOHANNES ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Iconic Hans J. Wegner “Wishbone” Oak Arm Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rush, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
Located in Culver City, CA
Available now is an absolutely stunning lounge chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950's AP-19, with matching ottoman AP-29. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather
1950s Hans J. Wegner for RY Mobler Teak Credenza / Hutch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning Hans J. Wegner Danish teak credenza is the perfect addition to any modern home. Crafted from solid teak wood, this credenza features a sleek, mid-century modern design ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak, Wicker
Danish Mid-Century Modern Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Chair a Pair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The elegant CH07 shell chair is comfortable and well-designed it is considered one of Hans J. Wegner's most iconic and groundbreaking designs.
Its wing-like seat and elegant curved backrest and three arched legs make it an attractive beautiful piece that instantly catches the eye from all sides and angels.
Please note the price listed is for a pair "two chairs"
Specification:
Upholstered seat and back cushions in white leather
Shell and legs are made of wood, pressed veneer, plywood with lacquer finish, color off White
Model: CH07 shell chair, also called the smiling chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner.
Designer Biography :
"Best known for his chairs and seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Wegner’s best chair designs, seen in dealer listings below, have their roots in traditional seating...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Classic Hans J. Wegner "Wishbone" Oak Armchair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rush, Wood, Oak
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Mid Century Teak "The Chair" - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen midcentury teak "The Chair" - pair
Each chair measures: 24.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair cl...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans J Wegner in 1951, Denmark.
handcrafted using the best materials,
The wooden strong frame with long armrests which are not fixed to the seat, Two si...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
GE236/4 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Izegem, VWV
The model GE-236 / 4 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955 for Getama Denmark.
It features a solid oak frame and loose cushions in green cotton fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner "President" Brazilian Rosewood Tambour-Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most sought after credenzas from Denmark is this iconic "President" model designed by architect Hans J. Wegner in collaboration with the famous workshop of Ry Møbler in 19...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler
The most comfortable and easy chair of all times.
The strong solid wooden frame constitutes the foundation on which the comprehensive a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A 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. Wood splits to three of the seat joints measuring 1 inch, 1/2 and 1/4 inch on either side, and 1/4 inch. Area of discoloration to arm, possibly from sticker, measuring approximately 3/4 inch. Some nicks to side of one arm. On the other arm, a scratch measuring 1 1/8 inches on the side.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design: in the 20th Century, vol. 2 (Copenhagen: Christian Ejlers, 2007), p. 90.
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: Just One Good Chair (Germany, Hatje Cantz Verlag GmbH & Company KG, 2014).
Johan Møller Nielson, Wegner en Dansk Møbelkunstner (Copenhagen: Gyldendal, 1965), pp. 42, 98, 103, 106.
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs (San Francisco: Chronicle Books), 1996, pp. 106, 107.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Y Chair, Model CH24, Hans J. Wegner in Oak, 1950
Located in Lejre, DK
The Y chair, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner in oak designed in 1950.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Chair in Oak, Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Chair in oak, oil & natural papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH327' Dining Table in Oak and Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH327' dining table in oak and oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, comfort, refinement, and craftsmanship is evident in iconic pieces designed by such legends as Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Kaare Klint, Poul Kjærholm, Vilhelm Lauritzen and others. Now in its third generation as a family run business, Carl Hansen & Son maintains its legacy through skillful work with the highest quality materials, sustainably producing Danish design classics by past icons and influential new designers.
Originally designed in 1962 by legendary creator Hans J. Wegner, the 'CH327' table appears to float above the frame courtesy of wonderfully tapered edges which add to this table's appeal. Smooth clean lines express a delicate yet confident piece resulting in an alluring table...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Hans J Wegner 'CH417' Tray Table in Oak, Walnut & Laminate for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH417' tray table in oak, walnut & laminate for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Sweep into the classic, timeless appeal of mid-century modern design with this authentic Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces w...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Daybed/Sofa Made In Oak Designed by Hans J. Wegner From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Hans J. Wegner's oak daybed / sofa is a unique design from around the 1960s, created with a timeless aesthetic and manufactured at Getama. It impresses with a nice solid oak frame an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
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