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European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
back is lightly bent and hugs a sitter in the manner of the famous Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Faux Crocodile Leather Desk Bronze Glass Inset
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
in our gallery with a Herman Miller Eames chair and next to a Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair. It likely
Category

20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Glass

Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Svend Skipper
Located in Utrecht, NL
resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that name, however
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Vintage "Papa Bear" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Iconic “Papa Bear” lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, in a wide, comfortable design upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein
By Janet Kuemmerlein
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
captivating beauty. Photographed with Hans Wegner “Papa Bear” chair for scale.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

Materials

Fabric, Yarn

Maitland Smith Marble and Bronze Sculptural Side / Accent Tables, a Pair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Culver City, CA
contemporary environment. These tables, as photographed with the Papa Bear chair can add a bit of refined
Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. New released
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
reminiscent to Wegner's Papa Bear chair, with its high and wide backrest and tilted seat. The constructions
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern "Papa" Bear set of 2 armchairs, 1950 s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Uccle, BE
This unique set features two early Papa Bear AP 19 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner and crafted
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Italian Armchair Dark Red leather Svend Skipper style Papa Bear
By Svend Skipper
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italy Lounge club chair or Armchair , Mid-Century Modern Svend Skipper reclining adjustable
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Armchairs, A.P. Stolen, Denmark W/ Ottoman
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Houston, TX
Great Pair of 1960s Hans Wegner Papa Chairs. They include one ottoman and appear to have been re
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Stool model AP120 Designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
iconic Papa Bear Chair, the AP120 Stool by Hans J. Wegner is a refined example of mid-century Danish
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Wonderful Original Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Drinks Trolley *Free Delivery
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Papa Bear Chair—each a study in organic grace and meticulous craftsmanship. His work is celebrated for
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Teak

Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Culver City, CA
currently have this sofa alongside a Hans Wegner papa bear chair, an Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and a Poul
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950 s
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Culver City, CA
bear chair and a Finn Juhl credenza, and not only does this sofa make a statement, it really steals the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peoria, AZ
chair or a "Papa Bear" Chair, the effect is magical and creates a time warp to the fabulous fifties
Category

Vintage 1950s Montenegrin Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Rosewood

Stokkestol Chair, Jens Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, Rosewood, Sheepskin, 1960 s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Culver City, CA
credeinza and a Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair and not only does this chair make a statement, it steals the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
" and "Papa Bear Chair." Wegner's designs are valued for their timeless aesthetics and high quality.
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash

Foot Stool / Ottoman in Solid Teak Styled After Hans Wegner in Teak, c. 1980s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a splendid footstool designed in the manner of Hans Wegner's "Papa Bear" chair ottoman
Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Easy Chair in Rosewood Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950 s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Papa bear designed by Hans Wegner Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark Dimensions
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

Patinated Sculpta-Grille Bones Screen on Walnut Base by Richard Harvey, 1960s
By Richard Harvey
Located in Culver City, CA
chair (also fabulous), a Paul Evans credenza, a Milo Baughman sofa, and a Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Resin, Walnut

Hans Olsen Teak Modular Seating Unit for Bramin, Denmark, 1950 s
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Culver City, CA
? Give your living room the glow-up it deserves! We have this set alongside a Hans Wegner Papa bear chair
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Bouclé, Cane, Teak

Papa Bear Armchair Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The celebrated Papa Bear chair with matching footrest. Dimensions listed are for chair.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Illums Bolighus 1965 Mail Order Catalog
By Hans J. Wegner, Illums Bolighus, Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
measurements. Stand-out designs in the catalog include Hans Wegner’s cube bar cabinet and Papa Bear chair and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Books

Materials

Paper

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Baltimore, MD
Classic Hans Wegner papa bear chair has its original upholstery with teak legs and accents.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burnaby, BC
This is World class living art. Danish Mid-Century Modern AP19 "PAPA BEAR" Chair by Hans J
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair newly upholstered in black Hallingdal wool, code 200. Legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair newly upholstered in blue Tonica wool, code 791. Legs and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair newly upholstered in dark grey Tonica wool, code 792. Legs and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Papa Bear Chair, First Production in Rosewood, 1951-1952
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, DK
First production Papa Bear chair from 1951-1952 with only three buttons in the seatback. Only one
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather, Upholstery

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 gray wool teak oak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stenlose, DK
Hans J. Wegner papa bear chair model AP19. Teak nails, oak legs, upholstered in grey wool fabric
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair in dark grey Hallingdal wool, code 180 and with black leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear chair in light grey Divina wool, code 120 and with buttons and chains
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Beech

"Papa Bear" Chair Model 91 by Svend Skipper
By Svend Skipper, Skipper Mobler
Located in Frederick, MD
model 91 chair, also referred to as the Papa Bear Chair thanks to its teak "paws" , was designed by
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool

Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair and Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Megeve, FR
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" chair and footstool designed in 1950 and produced by AP Stolen, in perfect
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

AP19 Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shibuya City, JP
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 This papa bear chair was reupholstered in October 2022 with
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Pine

Hans Wegner Pair of Papa Bear Chairs with Ottoman in Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Loves Park, IL
A pair of Papa Bear chairs and ottoman designed by Hans Wegner in teak and black leather. All three
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950s Grey Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner new upholstery
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1951 Wonderful original
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, Porto
Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler The most comfortable and easy chair of all times
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Wood

Hans J. Wegner Oak AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, Greater London
An original model AP19 'Papa Bear Chair' designed in 1951 by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery, Wool

Light Gray / Cream Papa Bear Chair Ap19 by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Houston, TX
Papa bear chair designed by Hans Wegnr for A.P. Stolen, circa 1960. This chair has been
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

SALE! Hans Wegner AP69 Mega Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman / Stool in Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Victoria, BC
Hans Wegner's special edition of the traditional papa bear chair, the AP69 mega bear chair is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Stool by AP Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner papa bear chair and ottoman, model AP19 and AP29. Teak nails, oak legs. (Ottoman
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Las Vegas, NV
the legendary Papa Bear Chair. Immerse yourself in the lap of luxury with this exquisite masterpiece
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Adrian Pearsall Papa Bear Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Papa bear lounge chair by Adriane Pearsall. Reupholstered. Excellent like new condition, circa
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, Porto
Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans J Wegner in 1951, Denmark. handcrafted using the best materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Hans Wegner s Papa bear Chair for AP Stolen, 1950s, Iconic World Class Art
Located in Burnaby, BC
designed his iconic Papa Bear chair, model AP19, in 1950's for A.P. Stolen. In excellent condition with new
Category

Vintage 1950s European Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Iconic Papa Bear Chair Designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen.
Located in Burnaby, BC
This chair is the original Papa bear chair designed and made in 50s by Hans J. Wegner and made by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair AP19 & AP29 stool by A.P. Stolen Denmark 1959 Hans J. Wegner AP-19
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Papa Bear Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Iconic Papa Bear ottoman designed by Hans Wegner for Papa Bear chair. Recently reupholstered in raw
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Ottomans and Poufs

Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Mama Papa Blue Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Mama & Papa Bear chairs in blue Maharam wool fabric Origin: America
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of AP-19 Papa Bear, Hans J. Wegner, 1960
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Handsome pair of AP-19 chair by Hans J.Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Better know as the Papa Bear chair.   
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Ap-29 Papa Bear Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in cham, CH
This version of the ottoman from the famous Papa Bear chairs, by Hans J. Wegner, has a soft wool
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fine Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Wingback Chairs with Exposed Walnut Detail
Located in Denver, CO
Hans Wegner papa bear chair. Re-upholstered at some point in a moss green low NAP velvet trimmed in
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Svend Skipper Model 91 Wing Chair, Brown Leather, Seam Edge, Studded
By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper
Located in Faarevejle, DK
Svend skipper model 91 'Papa Bear' chair, brown leather, seam edge, studded. The wing chair was
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chairs, Denmark 1950s
By Svend Skipper, Skipper Mobler
Located in Braga, 03
resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s Papa Bear chair. Skipper’s craftsmanship and quality can be observed in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Lovely and large Scandinavian Red and Black Wingback Armchair 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
around the 1950s and is similar to the 'Papa Bear' chair designed by Hans J. Wegner. The armchair has a
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

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Papa Bear Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the papa bear chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A papa bear chair — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect papa bear chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A papa bear chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made papa bear chair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Svend Skipper are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Papa Bear Chair?

A papa bear chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $14,493, while the lowest priced sells for $1,183 and the highest can go for as much as $61,366.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Papa Bear Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.