First designed in 1948, the CH621 Swivel Chair represents a rare moment in Wegner’s celebrated career, where his passion for wood meets a curiosity for metalwork. Relaunched by Carl Hansen & Son, this first swivel chair in their collection combines ergonomic precision and sculptural form into a singular, timeless design.
Supple aniline leather upholstery unites with oiled oak panels and a sleek stainless-steel five-star base with castors, creating an office chair that exudes superior comfort and style. Perfect for office or wall desks, the CH621 introduces tactility, movement and balance to any focus space, while the natural leather patina develops character over time, rewarding daily use with subtle elegance.
With his love of natural materials and his deep understanding of the need for furniture to be functional as well as beautiful, Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) made mid-century Danish design popular on an international scale. He began his career as a cabinetmaker in 1931 and subsequently entered the Copenhagen School of Arts & Crafts. After receiving his architectural degree in 1938, he worked as a designer in Arne Jacobsen and Erik Muller's architectural office before establishing his own office in 1943.
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