Ilse Crawford colours Hans J. Wegner's designs

Carl Hansen & Son have partnered up with Ilse Crawford to develop a new colour palette for a limited-edition release of the first chairs that Hans J. Wegner created for Carl Hansen & Son in 1950. The visionary First Masterpieces collection includes five of Wegner's most iconic chair designs. Among these chairs are the famous CH24, also known as the Wishbone Chair, and the woven CH25 lounge chair.

Ilse Crawford has chosen five earthy shades that give a new look to the collection. The colours are all environmentally friendly and water-based, and they have a slightly transparent finish. I think the colours go really wel with the designs and are all gorgeous. What do you think of these colours? - Joia

“We wanted to develop a set of colours that reflect the times we live in, and we believe these subdued and muted tones will resonate with a contemporary audience,” explains Crawford. “We were inspired by the paintings of the late Danish artist, Per Kirkeby, whose interest in nature and geology was brilliantly manifested in his work. These are not easy, trend-driven or standard decorative colours, but ones that add depth and complexity to any interior.”

“The muddy, painterly tones nod to the raw beauty of the Nordic landscape and they are intended to work both as a group and independently.

"Colour is so closely tied to our emotions, to our mood," notes Crawford, "And we think these subtle tones will contribute to the creation of a warm, relaxed and natural environment."

All images by Carl Hansen & Son