The story behind this product
Hans J. Wegner designed the very first model of the Wishbone Chair exclusively for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1949, since then this iconic chair has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950.
Suitable for dining and relaxed seating, the Wishbone's frame is steam-bent with gently rounded top-pieces that provide freedom of movement and generous comfort, making it an excellent piece for both work and relaxation spaces.
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 makes the chair both strong and long-lasting.
The characteristic 'Y' provides comfortable back support and stability, also inspiring the chair's names; 'The Wishbone Chair' or 'The Y-Chair'.
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Rounded top rail and wonderfully sculptural shape creating a stylish chair.
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'Y' shaped desig provides comfortable back support and stability.
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The hand-woven seat uses 120 meters of paper cord creating a strong long lasting seat.
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Pair with this leather seat cushion which has been designed exclusively for the Wishbone chair.
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Click here to view the 2020 Limited-Edition Birthday CH24 Wishbone Chair.
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The Wishbone's Y-shaped back offers back support and stability.
Dimensions & Specifications
Dimensions
Height | 76cm |
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Width | 55cm |
Depth | 51cm |
Seat H | 45cm |
Material & Specifications
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Seat frame: Available in oiled oak, soaped oak, soaped beech, black beech,black ash, black oak and oiled beech.
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Natural cord seat (please note the black beech finish comes with a black seat cord).
Care & Buying Guide
Please see our Wood Care Guide
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Meet the designer
Hans J. Wegner
Among Danish furniture designers, Hans J. Wegner is considered one of the most creative, innovative and prolific. Often referred to as the master of the chair, Wegner created almost 500 in his lifetime – many of them considered masterpieces. His iconic Wishbone Chair is probably the most well-known and has been in continuous production since 1950.
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