Hans J. Wegner (b. Tønder 1914, d. Gentofte 2007)
“Flag Halyard Chair”. Easy chair with white painted steel frame and black rubber “shoes”. Matte chromed steel top with flag halyard. Headrest upholstered with black leather. Model GE 225. Designed 1950. Manufactured by Getama, Gedsted.
Model presented at The Arts & Crafts Spring Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark, 1950. Literature: “Dansk Kunsthåndværk”, no. 5, 1950, ill. p. 86. Literature: Noritsugu Oda: “Danish Chairs”, 1999, ill. p. 112.
Wear due to age and use, including scratches and marks. Rust and crackles in chrome and paint. Later neck pillow.