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Hans J. Wegner
CH07 SHELL CHAIR
Hans J. Wegner’s architectural expertise and absolute determination
create the ultimate sense of proportion and balance. When Wegner
unveiled the design in 1963, many critics loved the avant-garde look,
but the general public was more reluctant to accept its distinctive
expression. Mixed reviews in the 1960s resulted in limited production,
but when Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the CH07 Shell Chair in
1998, it immediately won broad public admiration.
The design’s floating lightness is achieved through its wing-like seat
and three arched legs. The chair’s signature seat and backrest are
created from form-pressed veneer and upholstery, cradling the user in
generous comfort. The chair’s legs are crafted in form-pressed veneer,
with the front legs made from a single piece and all three legs splitting
at their highest point before coming back together and curving sharply
downwards.
CH07 Shell Chair, CH004 Nesting Tables, HJW03 Opala Floor Lamp
Wood: oak oil. Upholstery: Hallingdal 270
