Hans Wegner’s Wishbone Chair or CH24 remains a timeless classic decades after its inception in 1949. It has since been reproduced in various woods and finishes while retaining the original design and structural principles by Wegner.
The chair got its name from its iconic Y-shaped back that resembles a chicken wishbone. The unique shape of the back with the curved armrest, paper cord seat, and tapered legs provide function and beauty to any interior graced by this chair.
If you are having trouble choosing the right fit for your space, we’ve narrowed it down for you into five options of the best replica and reproductions of the classic Wishbone Chair.
1. .Light Wood Wishbone Chair
The Wishbone Chair in light wood is perfect for a Scandinavian-inspired interior. The design in itself with its clean organic lines is very Scandinavian but paired with the subdued colour of light wood as the frame and the light colour of the paper cord seat makes it even more so.
It also fits a minimalist aesthetics with its light finish combined with its simple design. The good thing about light, neutral colours for the frame is that they’re easier to incorporate into themes that are already present in your space. Whether you decide to use it as a dining chair, or for your living room or bedroom, the Wishbone Chair in light wood will fit right into any corner of your space.
For light wood, you can choose between options of Beech, Ash, Oak or Soaped Oak. Beech Wood is fine-grained and has light orange to salmon tones. Ash has a similar grain to Oak with a white to light brown colour. Oak is very durable and heavy with more of a reddish to brownish tint. Soaped Oak is very similar in colour to Ash, but it has more of a dusty white pigmented finish. The lighter option is Ash.
2. Dark Wood Wishbone Chair
The dark wood Wishbone Chair provides a more relaxed atmosphere in contrast to the light wood version which gives more of a sleek and clean look. If you want a combined sophistication and warmth to your space, the Wishbone Chair in dark wood is for you.
Even with a small interior, the dark wood finishing on this chair can elevate your home or office giving it a more elegant look. The dark contrast of the wooden frame can make this a highlight statement piece especially if your decor at home are more neutral or light coloured.
Used as a dining chair, it can give a more rustic feel to your home especially when it’s paired with a light wood table. You can also make it a stand-alone living room chair by the fireplace or by the sofa, giving your space a more stately atmosphere. The dark tone of this chair also makes it a perfect piece for the library or office, with its more serious style compared to the light wood Wishbone Chair.
The dark wood Wishbone Chair is made from a strong and durable Walnut material that can hold well and maintain a good shape for a number of years.
3. White Wishbone Chair
If you are for the beach house or cottage vibes, the white version of the beloved Wishbone Chair is your match. It is the perfect chair for a light and summery atmosphere that can make any space brighter.
This chair can also work well into Scandinavian and minimalist interiors. Or if you just want to add a cheery piece into your space, this chair will not disappoint.
White has been a popular go-to choice for most homeowners and for good reason. It provides a modern look to any space but can work for vintage styles as well depending on how it is mixed and styled.
It has that subdued elegance that makes it easier to be seen without disrupting the harmony of interior decor and furniture. Whether you use this as a functional chair or just as a statement piece to put in a corner, this chair delivers.
The Wishbone Chair in white is made from Beechwood material and painted in white. Beechwood is an excellent furniture material for its strength and resistance to wear.
4. All-Black Wishbone Chair
The all-black Wishbone Chair is a beautiful piece that can add elegance to your interior by providing contrast to whites, pastels, neutral tones or bold colours in your home. Mixed with darker hues, the chair can provide more drama to your space.
Black is a luxurious colour and combined with the clean organic lines of the Wishbone Chair, this can elevate any home or establishment into a more upscale space. If you have lighter colours in your space, don’t get intimidated by adding black into it as it provides a striking detail adding more beauty to your interior.
If your existing decor is in darker themes, adding more black into it can create a more dramatic atmosphere depending on how you mix and match. Make sure to not overdo the black and mix in some bright or light colour to keep it interesting.
The black Wishbone Chair is made from hardwood painted in black. The seat is made in paper cord material as per the original but in black colour.
5. Colourful Lacquered Wishbone Chair
The Wishbone Chair in colours such as yellow, blue, orange and purple may be non-traditional but are definitely the more fun choices. You can even mix and match different colours for a more eccentric look.
The colours can add brightness to your space if your interior has darker hues. You can also incorporate them into a Scandinavian, minimalist or modern style by making them accent pieces to your usual neutrals and whites.
Added into your home, they can fit well into your dining space, living room or bedroom. Don’t get intimidated by the colours. The design of the chair is elegant enough that with bright colours, it can maintain its subdued beauty to not disrupt your interior, but rather inject interesting details into it.
These chairs are perfect for establishments as well with their cheery and welcoming colours. Used as dining chairs, or for the waiting room or a hotel lobby, they can definitely transform any interior into something brighter and more unique.
The colourful version of the Wishbone Chair is made from sturdy Beechwood material and painted with a lacquer finish.
