Hans J. Wegner Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 By Hans Wegner, 1960s

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Hans Wegner, a renowned designer, is widely acclaimed for his unparalleled mastery of furniture design. His exceptional eye for detail and utmost devotion to the highest standards of workmanship have made him a household name in the mid-20th century. Wegner was primarily recognized for his elegant and ebullient chair and seating designs, but his expertise extended to sofas and tables as well. Unlike most designers who put aesthetics before functionality, Wegner believed that the ultimate measure of a chair's beauty depended on its practicality, comfort, and durability. This philosophy informs the design of his chairs, as seen in many of his dealer listings. He drew inspiration from traditional seating forms and gave them a contemporary twist to produce unique and striking designs. For example, the Peacock chair modeled in 1947, was a reimagining of the Windsor chair, while the China chair series commenced in 1944, and the Wishbone chair, launched in 1949, took cues from the 17th-century Ming seating pieces. Similarly, the upholstered Ox chair created in 1960 and the Papa Bear chair from 1951 were both adaptations of the English wingback chair, in a creatively re-scaled manner.

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