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Hans Wegner "Cigar" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner "Cigar" lounge chairs and ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark. Rare pair of solid oak lounge
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hans Wegner Danish Modern Cigar Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Danish Modern "Cigar" Model lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, unsigned
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Lounge Chair, Oiled Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 lounge chair features unparalleled
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Mid-Century Modern, Black Leather, Chrome, Lounge Chairs, USA, 1980s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Milo Baughman style cigar lounge chairs having black leather non-removable tufted seats and
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern "GE-240" Lounge Chairs in Oak, GETAMA 1955
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early set of "Cigar" lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner from the original GETAMA production of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pierre Lottier Cigar Leather Strap Slipper Lounge Chair 1960s MCM Blonde Tan
By Pierre Lottier
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare beech wood and cigar leather strap slipper chair in lovely condition
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Model GE-240 Produced by Getama in Denmark, c1950s. The Cigar chair
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Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner Pair of GE-240 Cigar chairs, 1955 Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Patinaed French Club Chair Cigar Chair & Ottoman in Distressed Leather c. 1940s
Located in Deland, FL
It is hard to find a leather club chair that is comfortable but also distressed/patinaed to
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Cigar Chair Model GE240 by Hans J Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice example of this classic chair, freshly uphosltered in Mocha coloured Boucle fabric. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Model GE240 Cigar Chair For Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Classic design from 1954 by the master of Danish Modern, Hans Wegner. Solid Oak frame with contrasting Teak armrests. Original steel sprung cushions upholstered in a high quality t...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Model GE240 Cigar Chair For Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Classic design from 1954 by the master of Danish Modern, Hans Wegner. Solid Oak frame with contrasting Teak armrests. New foam cushions upholstered in a high quality tweed wool very...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

New GE 240 Getama "Cigar" Chair and Footstool with Johanna Gullichsen Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
achieve optimal functionality and style. This lounge chair/footstool combination is custom upholstered in
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Original Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Made in Denmark for GETAMA c 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in New York, NY
The definition of iconic, this classic Mid Century Danish Modern lounge chair, is known as The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Cigar" model lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pair of Original Oak and Bouclé Cigar Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Fine original 1950s pair of these super comfortable classic chairs by master designer Hans J Wegner
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of GE 240 Cigar Chars by Hans J Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Hopefully, as the photos show, these are a beautiful pair of cigar chairs, the frames in great
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Our Signature Leather Edward Cigar Armchair in Hand Dyed Tobacco with Patina
By David Robinson
Located in London, GB
Our Edward Cigar chair is built with comfort and gentlemanly elegance in mind. It encapsulates the
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2010s British Chesterfield Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J, Wegner GE0240 "Cigar" Oak Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Panningen, NL
Gorgeous vintage lounge chair model GE-240 “Cigar” designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Hans J, Wegner GE0240 "Cigar" Oak Lounge Chair
Hans J, Wegner GE0240 "Cigar" Oak Lounge Chair
H 30.71 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Leather " Cigar Chairs "
By Hancock & Moore
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
holding cigars. The remarkably comfortable and generously scaled chairs has an elegant, sloped form and
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20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Leather  " Cigar Chairs "
Pair of Leather  " Cigar Chairs "
H 38.5 in W 30.5 in D 37 in
Hans Wegner, Pair of Cigar Chairs Model GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lund, SE
Cigar chairs, model GE240. Design Hans J Wegner 1955. Made by GETAMA, Denmark. Oak, original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner 1960 famous “Cigar” GE 240 armchairs in Teak and Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Milan, IT
Hans Wegner 1960 famous “Cigar” GE 240 armchairs in Teak and Fabric produced by Getama. Very good
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair of Hans Wegner Oak 'Cigar' Lounge Chairs Model GE-240 GETAMA, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Description: Pair of oak 'Cigar' lounge chairs, model no. GE-240. Designer: Hans J Wegner
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hans J. Wegner GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chair for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chair for Getama
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of lounge chairs deigned by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1955. Solid oak frame with teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chairs
Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chairs
H 27 in W 27 in D 29 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chair in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Oakland, CA
Model GE 240 for GETAMA lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner. Solid white-oak frame with original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chair in Oak
Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chair in Oak
H 27.75 in W 26.75 in D 30.75 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Lounge Chairs, Model GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design "Cigar" chairs Model 240 for GETAMA. Handsome Scandinavian design lounge or
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Danish Modern Cigar Lounge Chairs by Hans J Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Minneapolis, MN
lounge chairs. This set of oak Hans Wegner lounge chairs have their original spring cushions upholstered
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Pair of GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chairs for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of lounge chairs, model GE-240 "Cigar". Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1955. Produced by GETAMA.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner, pair of GE-240 “Cigar” Lounge Chairs for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of lounge chairs, model GE.240 "Cigar". Designed by Hans J. Wegner, 1955. Produced by Getama.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair Of Cigar Lounge Chairs Made In Teak & Oak By Hans J. Wegner From 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This pair of GE-240 Cigar chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955, exemplifies the timeless
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Original Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in LEWES, GB
An oak GE-240 cigar lounge chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by GETAMA, Denmark. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1930's French Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
Single French mustache back style deco club chair. Classic gentlemen cigar lounge chair with
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Vintage 1930s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

1930's French Club Chair
1930's French Club Chair
H 31 in W 33 in D 33 in
1950s Set of Two H.J. Wegner Model 240 Oak Lounge Chairs, GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two H.J. Wegner model 240 cigar lounge chairs in teak and fabric by GETAMA. The lounge
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Leather Lounge Cigar Chairs, Mid 20th Century, Tuffted
Located in Manhasset, NY
A pair of Georgian Tuffted leather club, lounge or cigar room Bergeres. Each in a fine worn brown
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Georgian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Leather Lounge Cigar Chairs, Mid 20th Century, Tuffted
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Pair of Georgian Tuffted Leather Club, Lounge or Cigar Room Bergeres. Each in a fine worn brown
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Georgian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1950's Slim Scandinavian Oak Cigar Chair / Lounge Chair with Red Wool Fabric
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and completely original lounge chair 'Cigar chair' from the 1950's covered with vintage
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950's Slim Danish Oak Cigar Chair / Lounge Chair with Vintage Red Wool
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and completely original lounge chair 'Cigar chair' from the 1950's covered with vintage
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

McKinley Leather English Regency Cigar Camel Leather Club Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
20th century McKinley leather English Regency cigar camel leather club lounge chair and ottoman
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Late 20th Century North American Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Wonderful GE240 cigar chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. Very figured solid oak frame with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Wonderful Cigar chair by Hans Wegner for Getama, Denmark. Solid oak frame with contrasting teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Chairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Wonderful pair of Cigar chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. Great examples in oak and teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Cigar Chairs
Hans Wegner Cigar Chairs
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Simple and masculine armchair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, Completely restored and upholstered Maharam felt. Net $2400.00
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Oak

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair
H 31 in Dm 27 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of Hans Wegner designed cigar-arm lounge chairs in teak wood with green wool innerspring
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
H 27.75 in W 26.75 in D 30.75 in
The Cigar chair by Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of GE240 "Cigar" chairs in solid oak - New fabric - Great condition. Denmark 1950s (2)
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

The Cigar chair by Wegner
The Cigar chair by Wegner
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Hans Wegner Oak Cigar Chairs
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Wonderful pair of cigar chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark. Great examples in solid oak with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Oak Cigar Chairs
Hans Wegner Oak Cigar Chairs
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in L 29.93 in
Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of lounge chairs deigned by Hans Wegner for Getama. Solid oak frame with period finish
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Wool

Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
Hans Wegner Cigar Arm Chairs
H 27 in W 27 in D 29 in
The Cigar Chair by Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Easy chair GE240 - Oak frame & upholstered with New fabric by Hanne Vedel - Designed by Maa. Hans J
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

The Cigar Chair by Wegner
The Cigar Chair by Wegner
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair Leather Louis XV Style Marquise, Side or Lounge Chairs, Cigar Room, Large
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of leather Louis XV Style Marquise, side or lounge chairs. This large and impressive pair
Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner's most sought after lounge chair: The cigar. Designed in the 1950s and manufactured by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 cigar chair, circa 1955. Produced by GETAMA, Denmark. Solid oak frame
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Wool

Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Cigar Mod. 240
By Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful pair of lounge chairs model 240 designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by GETAMA in
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20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful, all-original pair of Wegner lounge chairs. This pair is in excellent vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair, Model GE 240
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner design "Cigar" chair for GETAMA model 240 in smoked oak, stamped.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Cigar Chair, Model GE 240
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair, Model GE 240
H 29 in W 27 in D 29.5 in
Beautiful Pair of Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Cigar Mod. 240 'b
By Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful pair of lounge chairs model 240 designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Getama in
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20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner Cigar Chair, Original Getama
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Lovely oak version of Hans J Wegner cigar chair model GE240. Produced by Getama, Denmark in the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner Cigar Chair, Original Getama
Hans J Wegner Cigar Chair, Original Getama
H 27.56 in W 27.17 in D 29.53 in
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar Chair, 1955 Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark. Oak frame with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chair
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chair
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in L 29.93 in
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 'Cigar' chair, 1955 Produced by Getama, Gedsted, Denmark. Oak frame
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Cigar Chair, Oak
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner GE-240 cigar chairs designed in 1955 and produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark. Oak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chairs
Hans Wegner GE-240 Oak Cigar Chairs
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 28.75 in
Hans J Wegner, Original GE240 Cigar Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, GB
An original 1950s Hans J Wegner GE240 cigar chair, produced by Getama, Denmark. Golden oak frame
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner, Original GE240 Cigar Chair
Hans J Wegner, Original GE240 Cigar Chair
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
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Cigar Lounge Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cigar lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cigar lounge chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. Cigar lounge chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Cigar lounge chairs made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Hans J. Wegner and GETAMA each produced beautiful cigar lounge chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Cigar Lounge Chairs?

Prices for cigar lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cigar lounge chairs begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,035.

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.