Details
A superb pair of authentic CH28 armchairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Crafted in solid timber with sculptural, tapered lines and beautifully balanced proportions, the CH28 is one of Wegner’s most refined lounge chair designs. This pair presents with warm tan upholstery and crisp frame geometry, showcasing the craftsmanship and material quality Carl Hansen is known for. A rare opportunity to acquire a matched, serial‑numbered pair of genuine Danish originals.
🪑 Item Details
• Age: Contemporary production
• Maker / Background: Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark — designed by Hans J. Wegner; labelled and serial‑numbered
• Condition: Excellent used condition; frames present cleanly with minimal wear; timber surfaces in excellent order; cushions supportive with upholstery in very good condition and only minimal signs of use
• Dimensions: TBC
Provenance Note
One chair retains its original Carl Hansen & Søn metal maker’s plate. The second chair has lost its plate over time, which is common with adhesive‑backed labels. Importantly, both chairs retain their factory‑engraved serial numbers in the timber — this is the primary identifier used by Carl Hansen & Søn for production tracking and authenticity. The engraved number confirms the chair’s origin even when the metal plate is no longer present.
Brand & Designer
Carl Hansen & Søn
Color
Beige
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Material
Other Wood
Condition
Excellent
Dimensions (cm)
55.0W x 50.0D x 75.0H
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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