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GETAMA Chairs

The story of how GETAMA got its name is perhaps as unique as the range of subdued but sophisticated Scandinavian modern furniture for which the manufacturer is known (thanks to a partnership with Hans Wegner).

In the late 1890s in the Danish town of Gedsted, a young cabinetmaker by the name of Carl Pedersen opted to use seaweed — rather than the traditional heather or straw — as mattress stuffing. Pedersen named his new factory Gedsted Tang-og Madrasfabrik (the “Gedsted Seaweed and Mattress Factory”), which he abbreviated to GETAMA. Seaweed’s fire-retardant properties make it an excellent and safe upholstery material for mattresses, chairs and sofas. Pedersen leveraged this quality as a selling point — the abundance of seaweed on the shores of Denmark and its weightlessness added to its appeal as an economical but durable upholstery filling for all kinds of furnishings. The crowning quality was its softness.

GETAMA’s seaweed mattresses proved so popular for their comfort and durability that Pedersen had to expand into a larger factory within the first year. He felt almost obligated to launch a line of bedroom furniture to accompany his much-loved mattresses.

The working relationship established in 1959 between Hans Wegner and GETAMA afforded the company the opportunity to break into the international market. Wegner — a legendary Danish carpenter and furniture designer revered by mid-century modern collectors everywhere — became one of the brand’s principal designers and often spent a great deal of time at the factory — refining and adjusting each new piece until he felt satisfied that it was ready for production. For decades, Wegner’s impressive contributions to GETAMA’s daybeds, lounge chairs, sofas and dining room tables became the backbone of the company’s sales.

Over the years, other designers entered into working agreements with GETAMA, including Nissen & Gehl, OM Design, 2R Design, Blum and Balle, and Jørgen Gammelgaard. Copenhagen native Nanna Ditzel, a Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts alum who trained under Kaare Klint, designed GETAMA’s Mondial coffee table. Alongside her husband, Jørgen Ditzel, she also created the sensuously curvy and wildly popular Ring chair.

Today, the sleek modern furniture that GETAMA manufactures is still inclusive of their lauded mattresses.

On 1stDibs, find vintage GETAMA seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture.

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Creator: GETAMA
Hans Wegner GE 236 3-Seat Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

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Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3 sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE 285 3-Seat Sofa, Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Hans Wegner GE 285 3-Seat Sofa, Stained Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 236 sofa features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Flawless joinery throughout. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Brushed Steel
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Tux Footstool, Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in 1955, the Tux footstool is a wonderful addition to any modern home or office. This piece is hand built a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Tux Footstool, Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna + Jørgen Ditzel in 1955, the Tux footstool is a wonderful addition to any modern home or office. This piece is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3-sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3 sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Brushed Steel
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3 sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Steel

Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel Vita 2-Seat Sofa, Walnut
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna + Jørgen Ditzel in the 1950s, this stunning model is known as the Vita sofa. The silhouette pulls from traditional forms but is crafted in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel Vita 2-Seat Sofa, Stained Oak
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna + Jørgen Ditzel in the 1950s, this stunning model is known as the Vita sofa. The silhouette pulls from traditional forms but is crafted in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel Vita 2-Seat Sofa, Lacquered Oak
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in the 1950s, this stunning model is known as the VITA sofa. The silhouette pulls from traditional forms but is crafted i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ring Chair, Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel, Leather, Oiled Walnut
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in 1958, the Ring chair is one of the couple’s most elegant and iconic designs. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern GETAMA Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Getama chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

GETAMA chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of GETAMA chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 5 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 186 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs by GETAMA were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, and Fredericia. Prices for GETAMA chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $544 and can go as high as $10,530, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,459.

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