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Hans J Wegner Stool in Stained Beech and Aniline Leather
Hans J Wegner Stool in Stained Beech and Aniline Leather

Hans J Wegner Stool in Stained Beech and Aniline Leather

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This design is a taller iteration of his Papa Bear ottoman with the addition of a cross-stretcher.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech

Hans Wegner, Teak stained Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s
Hans Wegner, Teak stained Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s

Hans Wegner, Teak stained Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans Wegner, Teak stained Piano Stool, model AP-30, made by A P Stolen, 1950s Wegner designed this stool as a variation of his ottoman for the Papa Bear chair, to be slightly higher...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Beech

Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s
Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s

Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in London, England

Stolen in Denmark, this model was an evolution of the AP-29 Papa Bear ottoman. The rarely seen piano stool has an additional cross-bar and longer legs creating a taller overall height.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's

Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Easy Chair in Rosewood & Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric Style: Mid cen...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Photographed with Hans Wegner “Papa Bear” chair and brass lamp for scale.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Large Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein
Large Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein

Large Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein

By Janet Kuemmerlein

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Photographed with Hans Wegner “Papa bear” chairs for scale.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Yarn, Rope, Plywood

Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design
Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design

Hans Wegner Furniture poster by PP Mobler 2006 vintage Danish Design

By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Some Presented models: Chinese Chair, PP66, 1945 The Chair, PP56, 1950 The Cow Horn Chair, PP505, 1952 Stackable chair, PP701, 1965 Chair, PP201 and 203, 1969 Valet Chair, PP250, 195...

Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass
1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass

1980s Faux Crocodile Leather Desk by Karl Springer with Bronze Glass

By Karl Springer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

It is pictured in our gallery with a Herman Miller Eames chair and next to a Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair. It likely dates to the 1980’s, possibly late 1970’s.

Category

20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Glass

Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein
Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein

Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein

By Janet Kuemmerlein

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

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
Maitland Smith Marble and Bronze Sculptural Side / Accent Tables, a Pair

Maitland Smith Marble and Bronze Sculptural Side / Accent Tables, a Pair

By Maitland Smith

Located in Culver City, CA

These tables, as photographed with the Papa Bear chair can add a bit of refined luxury and uniqueness to any environment.

Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1960's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Arm Paw Sofa In Knoll Textiles
1960's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Arm Paw Sofa In Knoll Textiles

1960's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Arm Paw Sofa In Knoll Textiles

By Hans J. Wegner, Knoll, George Nelson, Jens Risom

Located in Burbank, CA

It has classic 1960's lines with solid walnut papa bear paw arms and tapered solid walnut legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Scandinavin Modern Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner "AP-16" Oak & Leather, 1950s
Scandinavin Modern Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner "AP-16" Oak & Leather, 1950s

Scandinavin Modern Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner "AP-16" Oak & Leather, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Odense, DK

Wegner designed the chair for the renowned Copenhagen upholstery workshop AP Stolen in 1950 – one year prior to designing the Papa Bear Chair for the same company. The ap-19 is a sim...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Easy Chair in Wool and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1950s
Easy Chair in Wool and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1950s

Easy Chair in Wool and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The Papa Bear chair, model AP-19, designed by Hans J.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Wool

Kurt Olsen Model 221 Armchair in Élitis Tweed Fabric, Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1955
Kurt Olsen Model 221 Armchair in Élitis Tweed Fabric, Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1955

Kurt Olsen Model 221 Armchair in Élitis Tweed Fabric, Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1955

By Élitis, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen

Located in The Hague, NL

Often affectionately referred to as Kurt Olsen’s “Papa Bear”—a nod to Hans Wegner’s iconic design—this armchair represents the pinnacle of Olsen's oeuvre.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner CH72 Sofa in Oxblood Leather, Danish Design, 1952
Hans J. Wegner CH72 Sofa in Oxblood Leather, Danish Design, 1952

Hans J. Wegner CH72 Sofa in Oxblood Leather, Danish Design, 1952

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen

Located in San Diego, CA

This example has been finished in our signature Italian oxblood leather, a rich, timeless color we often use on Papa Bear and Eames lounge chairs. The sofa takes on a warm, sophistic...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Wonderful Original Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Drinks Trolley *Free Delivery
Wonderful Original Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Drinks Trolley *Free Delivery

Wonderful Original Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Drinks Trolley *Free Delivery

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Portlaoise, IE

Often referred to as the “Master of the Chair,” he is best known for iconic seating such as the Wishbone Chair (CH24), the Peacock Chair, and the Papa Bear Chair—each a study in orga...

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's
Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's

Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's

By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler

Located in Culver City, CA

We currently have the sofa paired with a Hans Wegener papa bear chair and a Finn Juhl credenza, and not only does this sofa make a statement, it really steals the show!

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle
Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle

Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Culver City, CA

We currently have this sofa alongside a Hans Wegner papa bear chair, an Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and a Poul Henningsen lounge and not only does this sofa hold its own-- it steals the...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brussels, BE

The Peacock chair (designed in 1947) is a throne-like adaptation of the Windsor chair; pieces from the China chair series (begun in 1944) as well as the 1949 Wishbone chair, with its...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs, Oak, Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs, Oak, Mid-Century Modern

Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH22 Lounge Chairs, Oak, Mid-Century Modern

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Diego, CA

The Papa Bear chair is a modern wingback chair, the ultimate in glorious comfort. 

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s
Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Peoria, AZ

When placed next to an Eames Plywood Lounge 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

Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'
Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'

Hans J. Wegner Model PP 312 Ash Wood Writing Desk, Designed for PP Møbler, 1980'

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kastrup, DK

He created over 500 chairs and furniture pieces that combined functionality with elegant craftsmanship, and he is best known for his iconic "Y Chair" and "Papa Bear Chair." Wegner's ...

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
Foot Stool / Ottoman in Solid Teak Styled After Hans Wegner in Teak, c. 1980s

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. Constructed from solid Burmese teak, replete with outstanding variegated woodgrain...

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Pair of Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chairs for Skipper Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Pair of Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chairs for Skipper Møbler, Denmark 1960s

Pair of Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chairs for Skipper Møbler, Denmark 1960s

By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper

Located in Utrecht, NL

For its resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that name, however, “Model 91” was only made upon order.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Stokkestol Chair, Jens Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, Rosewood, Sheepskin, 1960's
Stokkestol Chair, Jens Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, Rosewood, Sheepskin, 1960's

Stokkestol Chair, Jens Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa, Rosewood, Sheepskin, 1960's

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Culver City, CA

This chair is currently in our gallery alongside a Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa, a Finn Juhl credeinza and a Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair and not only does this chair make a stateme...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Shearling Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, Style of Marta Blomstedt, 1940's Finland
Shearling Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, Style of Marta Blomstedt, 1940's Finland

Shearling Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, Style of Marta Blomstedt, 1940's Finland

By Märta Blomstedt

Located in Culver City, CA

They're currently styled in our gallery with a Fritz Hansen sofa and a Papa bear chair, and not only do these chairs make a statement, they steal the show with their curvy lines and ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s

Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s

By Svend Skipper

Located in Utrecht, NL

For its resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that name, however, “Model 91” was only made on order.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s
European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The back is lightly bent and hugs a sitter in the manner of the famous Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner, while the slender, tapered wood legs prevent the design from looking heavy.

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Waalwijk, NL

The proportions of this chair are reminiscent to Wegner's Papa Bear chair, with its high and wide backrest and tilted seat.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Sofa with Teak Paws, Oak H - Base, 1960's, 2 Configurations
Danish Modern Sofa with Teak Paws, Oak H - Base, 1960's, 2 Configurations

Danish Modern Sofa with Teak Paws, Oak H - Base, 1960's, 2 Configurations

Located in Culver City, CA

On Hans Wegner's Mega Papa Bear chair for AP Stolen. That's where. Now we've been doing this long enough to know that teak paws on a sofa of this silhouette, with this base, from t...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak, Teak

Papa Bear Armchair & Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950
Papa Bear Armchair & Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950

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
Illums Bolighus 1965 Mail Order Catalog

Illums Bolighus 1965 Mail Order Catalog

By Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Illums Bolighus

Located in New York, NY

Stand-out designs in the catalog include Hans Wegner’s cube bar cabinet and Papa Bear chair and ottoman, Finn Juhl’s Judas dining table, ‘45’ chair and Chieftain chair , and Arne Jac...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Books

Materials

Paper

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Papa Bear For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic papa bear available at 1stDibs. Each papa bear for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and hardwood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer papa bear, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A papa bear is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one papa bear that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Svend Skipper produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Papa Bear?

The average selling price for a papa bear at 1stDibs is $13,947, while they’re typically $762 on the low end and $61,366 for the highest priced.

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.