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CH88
An artful fusion of wood and steel, Hans J. Wegner’s versatile CH88 chair epitomizes
his characteristically playful approach to working with diverse materials.
A mix of materials meet for the first time in an array of colors
sourced from Wegner’s original color palette.
Although primarily known for his work in wood, Wegner
regularly experimented with other materials, seeking to
understand their potential and compatibility. The CH88
is a testament to his skill in this realm – as well as to his
often-overlooked use of color.
Wegner originally developed the CH88 as a prototype with
colored legs for the international Helsingborg Exhibition of
1955 in Sweden. Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the design
in 2014 in celebration of Wegner’s centennial.
In 2015, we unveiled new colors for the CH88 seat and
backrest selected from Wegner’s original palette.
Versatile and elegant, with a simple, stackable design
that seamlessly joins organic wood and industrial steel,
the CH88 showcases Wegner’s ability to lend softness to
minimalist form. The linear steel frame supports a lightly
curved, oval wooden seat and a steam-bent wooden
backrest whose upturned ends create a natural resting
place for the arms.
CH88 DINING CHAIR
3X BACK Oak, oil SEAT Sif 90 leather LEGS Stainless steel
2X BACK Beech, white SEAT Canvas 124 LEGS Stainless steel
CH327 DINING TABLE
TABLETOP Oak, oil LEGS Oak, oil
