Carl Hansen & Søn, the celebrated Danish furniture manufacturer, is introducing three classic chair designs to its considerable portfolio: Ole Wanscher’s 1951 OW124 Beak Chair; Hans J. Wegner’s 1950 CH23 dining chair and Poul Kjærholm’s 1955 PK1 dining chair.OW124 Beak ChairOle Wanscher (1903-1985) was a Danish architect and a professor of architecture, specialising in furniture design. Wanscher is recognised as having a significant influence in shaping the evolution of Danish furniture, in his capacity as both a designer and a teacher. Wanscher approached furniture design as though it was a branch of architecture, emphasising its construction, resilience and form.RELATED: The Captivating Danish Home of Carl Hansen & Søn?s CEOOle Wanscher.Carl Hansen & Søn is introducing Ole Wanscher’s 1951 OW124 Beak Chair to its collection. Characteristic of Wanscher’s designs, the Beak Chair is slender and elegant, and takes its ‘nickname’ from the beak-like, curved armrests. Knud Erik Hansen, Carl Hansen & Søn CEO, explains that ‘the chair epitomizes Wanscher?s desire and ability to explore materials and shapes.’ A truly arresting seat, the OW124 unites both classic design with exceptional modern-day appeal.The OW124 Beak Chairs in oil-treated oak and leather upholstery. The chairs are pictured with Ole Wanscher’s OW449 coffee table in oil-treated oak.OW124 Beak Chair in black-painted oak...