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329 Howe Street, Unit 1221
Vancouver, BC V6C 3N2, Canada
Where we deliver
Throughout Canada and the Continental USA. Your rate is calculated at checkout. Standard
delivery is $299, and free on orders over $4,000.
Standard delivery
By appointment and to your threshold, which is typically your doorway, garage or lobby. A
signature is required for release. Smaller items may ship by courier, and still require a
signature for release.
White glove delivery
By appointment, placement in your home, room of choice up to one flight of stairs, full
removal of the packaging, and minor assembly where required. A signature is required for
release.
Taxes and duties
USA orders have no sales tax. Canadian orders have sales tax calculated at checkout. There
are no duties, tariffs or VAT on deliveries within Canada and the USA.
The Papa Bear Chair was originally designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 and exhibited at the Tidens Møbler exhibition in Copenhagen. It features oversized, wooden armrests often referred to as "paws," that can be customized to match or differ in wood and finish from its feet.
The Papa Bear Chair follows Wegner's philosophy of combining traditional craftsmanship with natural materials, functionality, and modernist principles.
Papa Bear Chair shown in Midnight Boucle with Walnut Paws (Hands) & Legs.
The Archetype Forms Papa Bear Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, Model PP19 & AP19 Papa Bear Chair.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Midnight Black | Classic Boucle$1,700.00 USD
Material Details
Inspired by artisanal knitwork, this classic boucle’s defined loops and knot details offer a cozy, refined finish. The fabric's substantial weight imparts a rich body, bringing subtle dimension and an enduring elegance to interiors.
COMPOSITION: 100% PES
WEIGHT: 605 g/m²
WYZENBEEK EP: 100k+ Rubs
MARTINDALE ABR. EP: 100k+ Rubs
Material Details
Material Details
Boucle
Midnight Black | Classic Boucle
Marshmallow White | Classic Boucle
Brushed Faux Wool
Pebble | Brushed Faux Wool
Velvet
Marigold | Plush Woven Velvet
Chenille
Bronzed Saffron | Classic Chenille
Flaxen | Woven Chenille
Mosaic | Chenille Micro Boucle
Auburn Hue | Chenille Micro Boucle
Woven Fabric
Moonrock | Varied Woven
Chalk | Heavyweight Structured Woven
Tweed
Milk | Tweed
Ashen | Tweed
Leather
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Alabastro | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Dorato | Aniline Leather 1.2 mm
Umbria | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Piombo | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Semolina | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Carminio | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Brezza | Aniline Leather
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Rich Sierra | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Duna | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Marsala | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Abisso | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Carmine | Aniline Sueded Leather
Lacquered Walnut | Wood
Light Ash Satin Varnish | Wood
Danish Oiled Oak | Wood
Lacquered Walnut | Wood
Light Ash Satin Varnish | Wood
Danish Oiled Oak | Wood
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Product Information
Product Details
Archetype Forms Papa Bear Lounge Chair
The Papa Bear Chair is built on a solid wood frame with a combination of natural & synthetic materials, including wood, feather, foam, and Dacron. These, along with metal springs, are used to create the comprehensive and detailed chair’s inner and outer structure, which takes skilled craftsmen over two weeks to complete.
Buy the Papa Bear Chair, originally designed by Hans J. Wegner, online here in Canada and the USA. Compliment it with the Papa Bear Ottoman, or buy them as a set: Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman.
Designer
Hans J. Wegner
Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) was a renowned Danish furniture designer, celebrated for his contributions to mid-century modern design and his mastery of furniture craftsmanship. Born in Tønder, Denmark, Wegner’s designs were characterized by their organic functionality, a blend of traditional woodworking techniques and modernist principles. His work was marked by an emphasis on functionality and a deep respect for the materials, often working with wood, plywood, metal, caning, and papercord.
Wegner’s designs, including the iconic Wishbone Chair and Shell Chair, have become symbols of Danish design, embodying the country’s reputation for high-quality, modern furniture that balances human values with modernity. His influence on furniture design was profound, with his works exhibited in major institutions worldwide, such as The Museum of Modern Art in New York and Die Neue Sammlung in Munich.
Construction
Upholstery: Custom Selection of Premium Leather or Fabric from Archetype Forms
Legs & Paws: Oak, Ash, Cherry, Walnut or Custom Selection from Archetype Forms
Padding: Feather, Foam & Dacron or Foam & Dacron options
Structure: Solid Wood
Support: Webbing Straps
Archetype Forms reserves the right to make any changes it deems appropriate to the products at any time and without notice. For specific materials, finishes and coatings, and dimensions associated with each individual product, please contact us.
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms Papa Bear Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, Model PP19 & AP19 Papa Bear Chair. It is a tribute to his enduring legacy. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) was a renowned Danish furniture designer, celebrated for his contributions to mid-century modern design and his mastery of furniture craftsmanship. Born in Tønder, Denmark, Wegner’s designs were characterized by their organic functionality, a blend of traditional woodworking techniques and modernist principles. His work was marked by an emphasis on functionality and a deep respect for the materials, often working with wood, plywood, metal, caning, and papercord.
Wegner’s designs, including the iconic Wishbone Chair and Shell Chair, have become symbols of Danish design, embodying the country’s reputation for high-quality, modern furniture that balances human values with modernity. His influence on furniture design was profound, with his works exhibited in major institutions worldwide, such as The Museum of Modern Art in New York and Die Neue Sammlung in Munich.
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