Wegner CH07 Shell Lounge Chair

The Hans J. Wegner Shell Chair is a sculptural classic that caused a stir.

It features in Severance (in Devon and Ricken’s mid-century haven) and in an interpreted form in The Incredibles.

With its swooping curves and unmistakable silhouette, the CH07 Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner is no wallflower. First launched in 1963, this piece broke with convention—and turned more than a few heads. Considered too avant-garde for its time, it quietly bowed out, only to make a triumphant return in 1998 when Carl Hansen & Søn reissued it to critical acclaim. Today, it’s firmly planted in the pantheon of modern design classics.

Its floating, wing-like seat and curving three-legged base give the Shell Chair an almost weightless presence—yet it’s a solidly built piece that cocoons you in comfort. The form-pressed veneer seat and backrest are sculptural and supportive, while the laminated legs arch outwards like a poised insect, ensuring visual drama from every angle.

This chair is a conversation starter. Whether anchoring a stylish reading nook or adding an architectural accent to a living room, the CH07 is a study in balance: beauty meets functionality, comfort meets form.

We love how this piece captures Wegner’s radical vision—a design that dared to be different, and still does. Proof that the true classics are often the ones that challenged expectations from the start.

Available in a choice of woods and upholstery—find yours now via the BUY buttons.