Hans J Wegner Ch 25 - Danish Design Brilliance
Individuals who studied Danish designers, or those who prefer style and grace throughout their daily routine have surely heard of Hans J. Wegner. This designer just recently passed away, only a few years short of the century mark. Throughout his life, he created hundreds of designs, but only a single rope chair. That design is the Wegner ch.
Danish furniture (danska möbler) is traditionally recognized for clean lines and simple elegance, exemplified in Wegner's works. Wegner's signature styling is easily recognized in the form of the Wegner ch, an armchair with a classic profile. This chair's timeless design continues to be highly desirable many years after its creation and is available in many woods.
The Wegner fåtölj is the perfect example of a well-engineered, attractive design. Because the forelegs support most of the person's weight, the chair is extremely stable and strong. The visual appeal of the chair is enhanced by the seat and back, which are constructed of woven rope in a distinctive, special pattern.
The rope comes in different colors to match a specific decor and the most common wood used seems to be a more or less natural oak. These chairs are not bulky or terribly heavy so they are a pleasure to use and give much flexibility to a room. They are exceptionally durable for fine design armchairs, and even though the Wegner fåtölj is rather expensive, you get tremendous value.
Don't let the price tag of the Wegner fåtölj scare you -- you might pay somewhere around $2,000 USD, but this chair's value goes far beyond any price you might pay. It's stylish and collectible - everything you love about wicker but much more durable. With routine care, expect this chair to grow more valuable as it ages.
This Wegner design might spark an interest in his other beautiful and elegant styles or in Danish design furniture (danska design möbler) in general. With more than 500 chair designs to choose from, and an almost infinite variety of woods and color accents, there is likely a chair to suit anyone. An online search of his name will provide an idea of how significant Wegner truly is in the world of furniture design and why his only woven rope chair is such a prize.
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The late Hans J Wegner, who died in February of 2007, was well known by those who love his Danish design furniture and by many others who love comfort, elegance and functionality. Among Wegner's 500 chair designs was the ch 25, a rope chair. In general, Danish design furniture (danska möbler) is recognized for clean lines and simple elegance in design, and Wegner's works personify this styling. Wegner has had tremendous influence on furniture design. Additionally, these particular Wegner designs may even serve as a catalyst to encourage people to look into Danish design in general.
Published November 19th, 2007
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