Hans J. Wegner

Mid-Century Modern Master

Hans Wegner is widely celebrated as one of the masters of Mid-Century Modern design. A pioneer in the Danish furniture design movement coming out of the post-war era, Wegner described his way as “continuous process of purification and of simplification.” This golden age of furniture design featured Wegner’s wishbone chair as one of its icons.

One of the Most Sought-After Designers

Wegner was in an avant-garde echelon of Danish furniture designers, including Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller. His pieces are considered elegant and virtually perfect in their simplicity, with a “deep respect for wood and it characteristics.” Wegner earned countless design awards for his efforts, and to this day his designs are coveted by those with excellent taste in furniture.