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1955
Hans J. Wegner
CH88 CHAIR
1970
Hans J. Wegner
CH111 CHAIR
An artful fusion
of wood and steel
An artful fusion of wood and steel, Hans J. Wegner’s versatile CH88 Chair, designed in 1955, epitomises
his characteristically playful approach to design and materials. Although known for his work in wood
throughout his career, Wegner often explored the potential of other materials. The CH88 Chair is a
testament to his skill in this realm. The steel frame supports an oval wooden seat and a steam-bent
backrest with elegantly upturned ends forming a natural resting place for the arms.
The CH111 Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1970 alongside the
elegant CH110 Desk, is a series of significant pieces of furniture with a
frame in flat stainless steel. One of the striking features of the CH111’s
shape is the rear leg, which has been twisted 90 degrees to fit in and
thereby provide optimal support to the upholstered backrest. A more
straightforward solution would have been to weld the armrest onto
the extended rear leg, but Wegner never compromised on quality or
aesthetics.
CH88T Chair, CH327 Dining Table
Wood: oak silver grey. Frame: black powder-coated steel
CH111 Chair, CH110 Desk, MO310 Table Lamp
Upholstery: Sif 90. Frame: brushed stainless steel
