Original vs reproduction
Wishbone Chair (CH24)
Carl Hansen & Søn has produced Wegner's CH24 since 1950: a steam-bent Y-back, solid-wood frame and hand-woven paper-cord seat.
| Designer | Hans J. Wegner |
|---|---|
| Year | 1949 |
| Authorized makers | Carl Hansen & Søn |
What it costs today
All listings →Original / VintageSample
Vintage original
$1,330
delivered · $1,150 + $180 ship
- Period
- 1970s
- Authenticity
- High — marks described
- Condition
- very good
- Shipping
- 6–10 days
- Source
- Etsy (sample)
Sample
New authorized production
$975
delivered · $975 + $0 ship
- Period
- Current production
- Authenticity
- Authorized production
- Condition
- new
- Shipping
- 10–20 days
- Source
- Manufacturer (sample)
Reproduction / NewSample
Reproduction
$179
delivered · $179 + $0 ship
- Period
- Current production
- Authenticity
- Reproduction
- Condition
- new
- Shipping
- 4–8 days
- Source
- Reproduction retailer (sample)
The practical differences
A reproduction is not an original and is not equivalent to one. It can still be the right purchase — just know what you're buying.
| Materials | Solid hardwood, Danish paper cord. |
|---|---|
| Construction | Steam-bent rail, mortise-and-tenon joinery. |
| Dimensions | Standard and heightened seat versions. |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty on new. |
| Provenance | Brand marks. |
| Finish | Soap, oil or lacquer. |
| Expected longevity | Seats can be rewoven. |
| Price | Ships oversized; sets of four or more change the shipping math. |
How to recognize an authentic example
- Carl Hansen & Søn brand mark under the seat
- Hand-woven paper-cord seat
- One-piece steam-bent top rail
What reproductions usually change
Copies often use rope instead of paper cord and joined top rails.