CH24 Wishbone Chair

Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn - 1949

The very first model Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1949, the CH24 or Wishbone Chair, has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950. With a form that is uniquely its own, the iconic CH24 Wishbone Chair by Hans J. Wegner holds a special place in the world of modern design. When designing the CH24, Wegner chose to combine the back- and armrest into a single piece. To give stability to the steam-bent top and ensure comfortable support, Wegner developed the characteristic Y-shaped back that the Wishbone Chair is named after. More than 100 steps are required to manufacture each Wishbone Chair, most of which are carried out by hand. The hand-woven seat alone takes a skilled craftsman about an hour to create, using approximately 120 meters of paper cord, the impressive durability, and stability of which make the chair both strong and long-lasting. The Wishbone Chair offers comfort and stability as well as satisfying aesthetic desires for a distinctive, elegant form. Over time, the Wishbone Chair has gained recognition as the ideal chair, capturing the essence of modern Danish design.

From $1030

Materials:

Solid ash, beech, oak or walnut wood. Finishes include soap, lacquer, oil, white oil, smoked oil or painted colour finish. Natural or black paper cord seat. Oak and ash have a clearly visible wood structure when painted. Oak and ash are available only in black (NCS S9000-N) with gloss 20. Beech has minimal structure when painted. Beech is available in all CHS colors with gloss 5 (soft). Leather cushion sold separately.

Dimensions:

21.6" W x 20" D x 29.9" H, 17.8" Seat H