Hans J. Wegner

(Danish, 1914–2007)

Hans J. Wegner was a prolific and influential Danish furniture designer. He is credited with consistently merging innovative aesthetics with practical function in his nearly 500 chair designs, including the iconic Peacock Chair (1947) and the Hoop Chair (1965). Wegner’s unique style was dubbed as Organic Functionality by historians and critics, characterized by his use of traditional joinery techniques and elegant sculpted elements. Born on April 2, 1914 in Tønder, Denmark, he worked as apprentice to the cabinetmaker workshop H.F. Stahlberg at an early age, he later attended both the Danish School of Arts and Crafts and the Architectural Academy in Copenhagen. Wegner also worked for the architect Arne Jacobsen and the seminal Modernist designer Johannes Hansen before starting his own company. Today, his works are included in the collections of The Museum of Modern Art in New York, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Copenhagen Museum of Art, and the Cooper Hewitt Museum in New York, among others. Wegner died on January 26, 2007 in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Most Expensive Artwork Sold at Auction

Cowhorn dining chairs, model no. JH 505 (set of 10), 1952
Sold price: 337,473 USD

Hans J. Wegner Artworks

Hans J. Wegner (14,609 results)

Sideboard, 1976

Hans J. Wegner

Sideboard, 1976

Sale Date: January 25, 2023

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Dining chairs, set of twelve, 1953

Hans J. Wegner

Dining chairs, set of twelve, 1953

Sale Date: January 20, 2023

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“J 16” A black lacquered rocking chair, 1944

Hans J. Wegner

“J 16” A black lacquered rocking chair, 1944

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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“The Cigar” A pair of oak easy chairs and..., 1954

Hans J. Wegner

“The Cigar” A pair of oak easy chairs and..., 1954

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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“The Cigar” Three-seater sofa with oak frame, 1954

Hans J. Wegner

“The Cigar” Three-seater sofa with oak frame, 1954

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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“Wishbone Chair” A set of six armchairs with , 1949

Hans J. Wegner

“Wishbone Chair” A set of six armchairs with , 1949

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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Two high back chairs mod. GE 265, designed..., 1960

Hans J. Wegner

Two high back chairs mod. GE 265, designed..., 1960

Sale Date: January 19, 2023

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A set of five armchairs, mod. Chinese chair FH...

Hans J. Wegner

A set of five armchairs, mod. Chinese chair FH...

Sale Date: January 19, 2023

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A lounge chair mod. Flag Halyard with rare..., 1950

Hans J. Wegner

A lounge chair mod. Flag Halyard with rare..., 1950

Sale Date: January 19, 2023

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Hans Wegner (1914-2007) for Andreas Tuck..., 1960

Hans J. Wegner

Hans Wegner (1914-2007) for Andreas Tuck..., 1960

Sale Date: January 18, 2023

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Pair of Hans Wegner (1914-2007) for Johannes , 1949

Hans J. Wegner

Pair of Hans Wegner (1914-2007) for Johannes , 1949

Sale Date: January 18, 2023

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Hans Wegner (1914-2007)

Hans J. Wegner

Hans Wegner (1914-2007) "Papa Bear" Ottoman, 1950

Sale Date: January 18, 2023

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Pair of rare adjustable lounge chairs, 1968

Hans J. Wegner

Pair of rare adjustable lounge chairs, 1968

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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Valet' chair, model no. 540, 1953

Hans J. Wegner

Valet' chair, model no. 540, 1953

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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Shell' chair, model no. 1936, 1948

Hans J. Wegner

Shell' chair, model no. 1936, 1948

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“Papa Bear” Easy chair , 1951

Hans J. Wegner

“Papa Bear” Easy chair , 1951

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“Wingchair” Easy chair with steel frame, 1960

Hans J. Wegner

“Wingchair” Easy chair with steel frame, 1960

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“AP 62/3” A free-standing three seater..., 1960–1979

Hans J. Wegner

“AP 62/3” A free-standing three seater..., 1960–1979

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“AP 62” A pair of Brazilian Rosewood easy chairs

Hans J. Wegner

“AP 62” A pair of Brazilian Rosewood easy chairs

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“AP 62/H” Highback Brazilian rosewood easy chair

Hans J. Wegner

“AP 62/H” Highback Brazilian rosewood easy chair

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“Y-chair/The Wishbone Chair” Three oak..., 1949

Hans J. Wegner

“Y-chair/The Wishbone Chair” Three oak..., 1949

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“GE 290” and “GE 290A” Two oak easy chairs , 1959

Hans J. Wegner

“GE 290” and “GE 290A” Two oak easy chairs , 1959

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“AP 18” A free-standing three seater sofa

Hans J. Wegner

“AP 18” A free-standing three seater sofa

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“Wishbone Chair” A pair of patinated oak..., 1949

Hans J. Wegner

“Wishbone Chair” A pair of patinated oak..., 1949

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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