Image source: Carl Hansen & Søn — CH36 Chair
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CH36 Chair
Wegner's 1962 armless dining chair with tapering legs, a curved back and a woven paper cord seat
520 × 810 × 480 mm
1962
Official product information
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Overview
The CH36 Chair is a dining chair by Hans J. Wegner from 1962, without armrests. Its page header names FSC™ Mix-certified beech, soap with natural paper cord; two oak versions are listed.
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Construction
Legs taper towards the floor, the backrest curves more at the top than at the bottom, and the seat is hand-woven paper cord.
Specifications
- Dimensions: W 52 × D 48 × H 81 cm
- Wood: FSC™ Mix-certified beech (header), oak in the two listed versions
- Seat: natural paper cord
Story
Shaker Influence
The manufacturer says the 1962 CH36 shows how American Shaker furniture principles and craftsmanship influenced Wegner's work, in a simple and functional design.
Image source: Carl Hansen & Søn — CH36 Chair · © Carl Hansen & Søn and the respective rights holders. Quoted to accompany INTEBEE's independent design commentary and research. · View official product page ↗ · Image use & copyright policy
With and Without Arms
The armless CH36 has a sibling with armrests, the CH37, which the page names for added comfort and support.
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