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)

Hans J. Wegner

"The Chair" - Teak armchair upholstered in..., 1949

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“PP 70”. A circular solid oak dining table with...

Hans J. Wegner

“PP 70”. A circular solid oak dining table with...

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“CH 07”. Three-legged black lacquered shell..., 1963

Hans J. Wegner

“CH 07”. Three-legged black lacquered shell..., 1963

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“JH 811”. Set of six flat-steel armchairs,..., 1970

Hans J. Wegner

“JH 811”. Set of six flat-steel armchairs,..., 1970

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“W2”. Set of four teak dining chairs

Hans J. Wegner

“W2”. Set of four teak dining chairs

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“CH 36”. A set of six oak chairs, 1962

Hans J. Wegner

“CH 36”. A set of six oak chairs, 1962

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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Hans J. Wegner

"J 16". A pair of respective oak and beech..., 1944

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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“AT 309”. A dining table with cross-legged oak...

Hans J. Wegner

“AT 309”. A dining table with cross-legged oak...

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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Solid ash wood desk, 1980–1981

Hans J. Wegner

Solid ash wood desk, 1980–1981

Sale Date: December 19, 2023

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AP-19 Papa Bear chair and ottoman for..., 1953–1969

Hans J. Wegner

AP-19 Papa Bear chair and ottoman for..., 1953–1969

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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Four AP-38 Airport chairs for A. P. Stolen, 1960

Hans J. Wegner

Four AP-38 Airport chairs for A. P. Stolen, 1960

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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Three CH 23 dining chairs, 1950s/60s..., 1950–1960

Hans J. Wegner

Three CH 23 dining chairs, 1950s/60s..., 1950–1960

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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“PP 701” Set of ten chairs , 1965

Hans J. Wegner

“PP 701” Set of ten chairs , 1965

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“Papa Bear” A wingback easy chair , 1951

Hans J. Wegner

“Papa Bear” A wingback easy chair , 1951

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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Piano bench

Hans J. Wegner

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“Valet Chair” Sculptural, solid oak chair, 1953

Hans J. Wegner

“Valet Chair” Sculptural, solid oak chair, 1953

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“Hammock Chair” Oak chaise longue

Hans J. Wegner

“Hammock Chair” Oak chaise longue

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“The Chair” Teak armchair, 1949

Hans J. Wegner

“The Chair” Teak armchair, 1949

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“W2” Set of six teak dining chairs

Hans J. Wegner

“W2” Set of six teak dining chairs

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

Auction Closed

“Papa Bear” A wingback easy chair , 1951

Hans J. Wegner

“Papa Bear” A wingback easy chair , 1951

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“AP 29” A pair of Brazilian rosewood stools, 1954

Hans J. Wegner

“AP 29” A pair of Brazilian rosewood stools, 1954

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“The Chair” A set of six solid teak armchairs, 1949

Hans J. Wegner

“The Chair” A set of six solid teak armchairs, 1949

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“AT 325” Desk , 1961

Hans J. Wegner

“AT 325” Desk , 1961

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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“China Chair” A Brazilian armchair

Hans J. Wegner

“China Chair” A Brazilian armchair

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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