Hans Jørgensen Wegner (April 2, 1914 - January 26, 2007) was a Danish furniture designer. [4] His work, along with a concerted effort from several of his manufacturers, [5] contributed to the international popularity of mid-century Danish design. Overview Inscriptions and Markings Provenance References Title: Swivel chair Designer: Hans J. Wegner (Danish, Tønder 1914-2007 Copenhagen) Manufacturer: Johannes Hansen Snedkermester Møbler og Inventar Date: ca. 1955 Medium: Teak, leather and metal Dimensions: 28 7/8 × 29 1/4 × 28 in. (73.3 × 74.3 × 71.1 cm) Weight: 32 lbs (14.5 kg)
Cadeira The Chair Madeira Maciça Design by Hans Wegner BIANO
Hans Wegner's name is synonymous with Danish design the world over, and his seemingly simple chair designs helped usher in an appreciation for Scandinavian modern design in the United States. Here we highlight seven gems from the Wegner design archive. Text by Patrick Sisson View 8 Photos Hans J. Wegner is the undisputed master of Danish chair design. Wegner has designed countless chairs, many of which—such as the Hans Wegner Wishbone Chair, Wegner Wing Chair, and Wegner CH07 Shell Chair —are internationally recognized classics. The Story Behind Hans Wegner's Iconic Wishbone Chair Design How Hans Wegner's popular, pared-down seats ushered in a new era of Danish design By Hannah Martin July 7, 2020 A cedar-clad dining. Hans Wegner. Armchair. 1949. Manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Oak and cane. 30 x 24 5/8 x 21 1/4" (76.2 x 62.5 x 54 cm), seat h. 17" (43.2 cm). Gift of Georg Jensen, Inc. 486.1953.. Wegner became a designer after an apprenticeship to a cabinetmaker and work as a sculptor. He famously stated, "A chair is only finished when someone.
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn aêtava
The Great Dane: Designer Hans Wegner is Renowned as The Master of The Chair. Hans Wegner was the grandmaster of Mid-Century Danish design. Throughout his career Wegner designed roughly 500 chairs. Many of his classic creations, like the Ox chair, remain in production. Paul Kennedy. Jan 2, 2024. Hans Jorgen Wegner, a major force in the mid. Vintage Model GE-530/3 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. Sold Out. "A chair," according to Danish designer Hans Wegner, "is to have no backside. It should be beautiful from all angles.". This principle guided Wegner in the design of every one of the 500 chairs he developed during his lifetime—100 of which were ultimately put into. 7 works online Hans Wegner Armchair 1949 Hans Wegner Folding Chair (model JH512) 1949 Hans Wegner Valet Chair c. 1950 Hans Wegner Halyard armchair 1950 Hans Wegner Stacking Side Chair 1952 Hans Wegner Cowhorn Chair (model PP 505) 1952 Hans Wegner Side Chair 1955 Exhibitions Taking a Thread Made in oak by the cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, it was identified in subsequent catalogues as Chair JH501 but it was Wegner himself who described it as the "round one" and in Denmark it is known generally as The Round Chair. Exported to America, it is now known there simply as The Chair.
Cadeira Valentina (Wishbone), Hans J. Wegner, 1949. A Cadeira Valentina
kaare klint Featured chairs by Hans J. Wegner CH24 | Wishbone Chair FSC™-certified beech, oil, natural paper cord View product CH22 | Lounge Chair oak, oil, natural paper cord, back: walnut View product CH23 | Chair oak, oil, natural paper cord, back: walnut View product CH25 | Lounge Chair FSC™-certified oak, soap, natural paper cord View product In the early 1940s, Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner saw a series of photographs of tradesmen sitting in Chinese Ming-era chairs and became captivated by the shapely seats. This.
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. HANS J. WEGNER'S CH07 SHELL CHAIR TURNS 60 CARL HANSEN & SON MARKS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF HANS J. WEGNER'S ICONIC SHELL CHAIR WITH AN EXCLUSIVE VERSION IN ROSEWOOD AND OAK The Shell Chair was first presented on 20 September 1963 at the Cabinetmakers' Autumn Exhibition in Copenhagen, but it took another 35 years for the chair to achieve.
China chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, — Modernity
Appraisal: Hans Wegner GE240 'Cigar' Chair, ca. 1955 GUEST: This chair is a part of the living room furniture set that I grew up with. Jh 516 Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s, Set of 2. $17,084. Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin attributed to Hans Wegner, 1960s. $49,984. Armchair in Steel and Original Leather attributed to Hans Wegner, 1970s. $10,759. Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin attributed to Hans Wegner, 1960s.
