CH22 Lounge armchair natural wood / Hans J. Wegner, 1950 - Paper cord

Since 1908, Carl Hansen & Søn has embodied the quintessence of Danish design by combining craftsmanship, quality and innovation. The brand brings together a collection of masterpieces of Scandinavian design: iconic items created by the greatest Danish designers. Handcrafted in Denmark, these pieces with their exceptional quality stand the test of time. With the strictest respect for the original models, Carl Hansen & Søn reissues the legendary creations of Hans J. Wegner (1914 – 2007), considered one of the founders of Scandinavian design. Released in 1950, the CH22 lounge chair is part of the first collection designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn. These wooden chairs with their paper cord seats are today among the designer's best-known and most sought-after creations. These highly modern pieces of furniture set new standards in design. The ergonomics, clean, organic contours and refined style illustrate the unique design approach and insightful know-how of the young Hans J. Wegner. After a decades-long hiatus, Carl Hansen & Søn started producing the CH22 lounge chair again in 2016. As always, the design remains faithful to Wegner's original hand-drawn sketches, with all aesthetic and structural components intact. The large, curved wooden backrest with its visible caps is typical of Wegner's work. The seat is covered with braided paper cord. Robust and durable, the paper cord perfectly imitates plant fibre, with its warm, natural aspect. It's lifespan easily stretches over 50 years and is (at least) as durable as textiles and quality leather. Although production has naturally been modernised, today, the CH22 is still manufactured according to the same artisanal principles as when Wegner followed and participated in the manufacture of the first examples in Carl Hansen's family workshop in 1950. In the meantime, modernisation has improved accuracy. The front legs, which were originally round, can now have the same profile as the chair’s rear legs. This means they’re now manufactured as Wegner originally drew them on his technical drawing. The CH22 lounge chair is much more than just a piece of furniture: it's a functional work of art that embodies the heritage of Danish design.