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About this piece
Børge Mogensen along with colleagues Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, were at the forefront of the golden age of Danish modernism. The 2258 exemplifies the Danish modernist style with its clean lines and simplicity. Its oak frame is sufficiently light enough in weight and colour that it isn't imposing, yet has a sturdiness well beyond it's present day mimics.
The presented chair has been reupholstered in a supple caramel leather that works perfectly with the oak frame. The original cushions with their cloth covers come with the chair. However, they are a bit moth eaten, hence the reupholstering. The original stickers are intact. More importantly, this is a comfortable design classic that will work in a variety of settings as an occasional chair or as an armchair for reading.
- Brand & Designer
- Arne Jacobsen
- Color
- Brown
- Style
- Modern
- Material
- Other Wood
- Condition
- Excellent
- Dimensions (cm)
- W 61D 92H 62
Design Story
Born in 1914 in Tønder, Wegner trained as a cabinetmaker before studying design in Copenhagen. That technical background shaped his philosophy for the rest of his career: furniture should be beautiful, functional, and constructed with complete honesty.
During the mid 20th century, Wegner became a central figure of Danish modern design, creating chairs that balanced sculptural elegance with everyday comfort. His most famous work, the Wishbone Chair, became an icon for its flowing organic form and hand woven paper cord seat. Across more than 500 chair designs, Wegner repeatedly explored how minimal structures could still feel warm and human.
Unlike many modernists who embraced industrial aesthetics, Wegner focused deeply on craftsmanship and natural materials. His furniture celebrated visible joints, smooth curves, and the tactile beauty of wood, making each piece feel timeless rather than fashionable.
Today, Hans J. Wegner’s designs remain among the most respected and collected pieces in Scandinavian furniture history. Whether in contemporary homes, luxury interiors, or design museums, his work continues to embody the idea that simplicity, when executed perfectly, can feel almost timeless.
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