wishbone chair

The Wishbone Chair also known as "the Y" or "CH-24" was designed by Hans Wegner in 1949. Produced by Carl Hansen & Son since 1950, the chair is inspired by portraits of Danish merchants seated in Ming chairs. The frame of the chair is made from steam bent solid wood while the seat is hand woven from paper cord.

I love this chair for its timeless design and its ability to work in so many different types and styles of rooms. Carl Hansen still produces the chair today offering it in a large variety of woods and finishes. You can find an authorized dealer near you here. 

To see a video of the chair being made click here. 

from top left - home of Amanda Peet via VOGUE - wishbone chairs in blue via REMODELISTA -  kitchen design by Pencil & Paper Development Co. - wishbone chair in walnut via DWR - kids desk space via StyleCaster - source unknown - design by Krista Watterworth - Figtree House by Arent & Pyke

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Riviera Chair by Serena & Lily

 I did a post a couple of weeks ago exploring several different options for dining room chairs and have since decided on the Serena & Lily Riviera side chairs in navy. Aesthetically, the thing I like about these chairs is that they are classic but still interesting. The texture of the rattan as well as the color makes these chairs feel fresh yet their iconic shape is timeless. Functionally, the chairs are slightly higher than the ones we currently have (our table is taller than most average dining room tables) and  will be low maintenance  to care for which is key for me when entertaining. 

I also really like these chairs for their versatility. The hard thing about being a renter is that you always have to think about what the next residence is going to be and how your furniture will fit into that space. ​With these chairs we will have the option to transition them to an informal kitchen dining arrangement - I would love to have a kitchen big enough to accomodate our farm table - or to an outside dining area. Whatever the situation might end up being I feel comfortable with the idea of having these chairs for a long time to come and can't wait to see them in our current space.

See below for inspiration images. 

​1. Serena & Lily Hampton's Store via Habitually Chic 2. Tulip table via Summerfield  3. Serena & Lily Catalog 4. Image via Tim Barber Ltd, Architecture 5. Serena & Lily Catalog