Hans J. Wegner designed over 500 chairs in his lifetime. Many are considered among the finest ever made. Carl Hansen & Son produces the definitive collection of Wegner's work — handcrafted in Denmark using the same techniques and materials Wegner specified.

At MyConcept Hong Kong, we carry the full Carl Hansen range. This guide covers the essential Wegner chairs and how to choose between them.

The Wishbone Chair — CH24 (1949)

The most produced chair in Carl Hansen's history. Over 75 years in continuous production.

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• Frame: Steam-bent solid wood — oak, walnut, beech, ash, or cherry
• Seat: Hand-woven paper cord (120 metres per seat, takes a skilled weaver about 1 hour)
• Weight: Just 4.1 kg — light enough to move easily
• Why it works in HK: Compact (55cm wide), lightweight, and the curved back doubles as a handle for pulling out from the table

Best finish for Hong Kong: Oiled oak or walnut. Oil finishes breathe better in humid climates than lacquer.

The Shell Chair — CH07 (1963)

Three laminated plywood shells joined by a stainless steel bracket. Organic, sculptural, and surprisingly comfortable.

• Best for: Living rooms, bedrooms, reading corners
• Footprint: 74cm wide — works as a statement piece in smaller rooms

The Elbow Chair — CH20 (1956)

Designed in 1956 but not produced until 2005. A dining chair with a continuous armrest that flows from the backrest — the "elbow" you can lean on.

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• Best for: Dining rooms where you want armrests without bulk
• Stackable: Up to 5 chairs — practical for Hong Kong storage

Choosing the Right Wegner Chair

Wood & Finish Guide

• Oak (oiled) — Most popular. Warm tone, ages beautifully. Best for Hong Kong humidity
• Walnut (oiled) — Darker, richer. Premium option
• Beech (painted) — Available in colours. Good for Japandi or Scandinavian interiors
• Ash — Light, similar to oak but with more pronounced grain

Pairing Carl Hansen with Other MyConcept Brands

• Wishbone chairs + Skovby dining table — All-Danish dining room
• Wishbone chairs + Sovet glass table — Warm wood meets cool glass
• Shell chair + Louis Poulsen PH lamp — Danish design reading corner

MyConcept Showroom
Lee Garden, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
www.myconcept.com.hk

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