Description
The iconic CH24 Wishbone chair in oak, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949, holds a special place in the world of modern Scandinavian design. Also known as the Y Chair, it draws its inspiration from antique Chinese armchairs.
With its rounded top rail and Y-shaped support, the lightweight Wishbone chair is comfortable enough for living and working spaces alike.
The paper cord seat was originally used as a substitute material due to post-WWII resource scarcity. Wegner liked it so much, that he ended up keeping it. It is extremely durable, lasting for approximately 50 years before needing to be rewoven.
The CH24 was designed exclusively for producer Carl Hansen & Søn as one of nine commissioned pieces. It has been a bestseller since its release.
See also Leather cushion for the CH24 chair
Technical Info
Dimensions:
W:55 x D:51 x H:76cm (Seat height: 45cm)
Produced in oak, beech, ash, and maple as well as American walnut and cherry.
Available in various wooden finishes and colours, with either natural, white or black paper cord. Seat woven with 120 m of paper cord that lasts up to 50 years before replacement.
For more options on this Carl Hansen chair please contact us using on letstalk@skandium.com or +44 (0) 20 3633 7626
CH24 Wishbone chair - Oak
By Carl Hansen✓
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Description
The iconic CH24 Wishbone chair in oak, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949, holds a special place in the world of modern Scandinavian design. Also known as the Y Chair, it draws its inspiration from antique Chinese armchairs.
With its rounded top rail and Y-shaped support, the lightweight Wishbone chair is comfortable enough for living and working spaces alike.
The paper cord seat was originally used as a substitute material due to post-WWII resource scarcity. Wegner liked it so much, that he ended up keeping it. It is extremely durable, lasting for approximately 50 years before needing to be rewoven.
The CH24 was designed exclusively for producer Carl Hansen & Søn as one of nine commissioned pieces. It has been a bestseller since its release.
See also Leather cushion for the CH24 chair
Technical Info
Dimensions:
W:55 x D:51 x H:76cm (Seat height: 45cm)
Produced in oak, beech, ash, and maple as well as American walnut and cherry.
Available in various wooden finishes and colours, with either natural, white or black paper cord. Seat woven with 120 m of paper cord that lasts up to 50 years before replacement.
For more options on this Carl Hansen chair please contact us using on letstalk@skandium.com or +44 (0) 20 3633 7626
Designed by Hans J. Wegner
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007) trained as a cabinet-maker before attending the Copenhagen School of Arts and Crafts, where he later lectured from 1946 to 1953. From 1938 to 1942, he worked as a furniture designer in Arne Jacobsen and Erik
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