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Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, 1951.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Shell chair by Hans Wegner in laminated walnut seat and back and solid beech wood frame.
It has
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Walnut
$4,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Son Sweden 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Iconic 20th Century Hans Wegner Lacquer and Leather Shell Chair
By Carl Hansen
Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Houston, TX
Iconic 20th century Hans Wegner cream lacquer and leather shell chair. This stunning Hans Wegner
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
A "Shell" series side table by Hans J Wegner for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 'Shell' series side table by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, featuring a laminated walnut
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Side Tables
Materials
Beech, Walnut
CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen
Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Søn
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
When Hans J. Wegner designed this chair in 1963 it was a little too radical for the public and it
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut, Plywood
