The Fredericia J16 is a timeless wooden rocking chair designed by the renowned Hans J. Wegner in 1944. Drawing inspiration from English Windsor chairs, it features elegant curved lines and a series of spindles. The frame is crafted from soap-treated solid oak, which is designed to develop a natural patina over time, and the seat is meticulously hand-corded from natural paper yarn. Originally created for the Danish Consumers’ Co-operative Society (FDB), this piece embodies the principles of Danish Modernism by combining functionalist design with democratic accessibility.
- Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 194
- Inspired by English Windsor chairs
- Hand-corded seat made from natural paper yarn
- Frame made from soap-treated solid oak
- Develops a natural patina over time
- Functionalist and democratic design
- Solid FSC® Certified Oak frame
- Gentle rocking motion
- Made to order
Details
- Category
- Classic Rocking Chairs
- Suitable Space
- Indoors, Outdoors
- Chair Features
- Upholstered
- Pattern
- Solid
- Lumber Wood Type
- Oak wood
- Wood Finish
- Solid wood
- Materials
- soaped solid oak, natural paper yarn
Questions & answers
- How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
- This Fredericia classic rocking chair is sold by 2 retailers from $2,887.00 to $4,825.00. The lowest in-stock price is $2,887.00. 1 of 2 listings are on sale (up to 22% off). Available at finnishdesignshop.com and goodeeworld.com.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes. It's in stock at 2 of 2 retailers.
- What are the key features?
- Key features include Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 194, Inspired by English Windsor chairs, Hand-corded seat made from natural paper yarn, Frame made from soap-treated solid oak, and Develops a natural patina over time.
- What is it made of?
- It's made of soaped solid oak and natural paper yarn.
- What's its chair features?
- Its chair features is upholstered.
- What's its pattern?
- Its pattern is solid.