A J Iversen Sofa
Leather Sofa by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa with a raised, tight back and sloping arms, retaining the original tan leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Tight Back Sofa by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa with a raised, tight back and sloping arms, retaining the original upholstery, on Cuban
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Wool
Ole Wanscher Sofa for A. J. Iverson
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in New York, NY
Ole Wanscher Sofa for A. J. Iversen newly upholstered in Kravet tight Boucle. A sofa with a raised
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Ole Wanscher Coffee Table in Rosewood for A. J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher coffee table in rosewood. Executed by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren Sofa in Camel Leather and Walnut
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren, sofa, leather, walnut, Denmark, 1950s/1960s
Beautiful sofa in an
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
1960s Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen New Boucle Fabric 3-Seat Sofa Made in Denmark
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1960s Ole Wanscher white boucle fabric 3-Seat sofa. This is a gorgeous example
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
H 30 in W 67 in D 70 in
Leather Sofa by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa with a raised, tight back and sloping arms, retaining the original tan leather upholstery
Category
20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather
Tight Back Sofa by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tight back sofa with sloping arms, retaining the original blue upholstery on Cuban mahogany legs.
Category
20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Elegant Side Table in Mahogany by Ole Wanscher, 1950s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in mahogany, designed by Ole Wanscher for cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. Great original
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Recent Sales
A. J. Iversen Freestanding Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1939
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A. J. Iversen sculptural three-seat freestanding sofa, Denmark, designed 1939. Upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Torsten Johansson Three-Seat Sofa with Mahogany Legs Made by A.J. Iversen
By Torsten Johansson, A. J. Iversen
Located in Vejle, DK
. Made by cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen. L. 202 cm.
Bought by present owners parents 12 September 1955
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
H 29.53 in W 79.53 in D 35.44 in
Ole Wanscher sofa for A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
is was produced A.J. Iversen in the 1960s. The sofa features light green fabric upholstery on
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Wood
1940s Scandinavian Sofa
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Brussels, BE
Scandinavian sofa
Manufactured in Denmark,
circa 1940
Wood and fabric
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
BENCH BY OLE WANSCHER FOR AJ IVERSEN
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Chicago, IL
BENCH BY OLE WANSCHER FOR AJ IVERSEN
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Ole Wanscher Sofa Made by A. J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in London, GB
Large elegant sofa in the best possible quality from the Wanscher / Iversen partnership. Rarely
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Danish Modern Kaj Gottlob Sofa for Cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, 1940s
By Kaj Gottlob, A. J. Iversen
Located in Odense, DK
cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. The sofa is upholstered in the original green wool with brass nails and the legs are
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Birte Iversen 1940s Vintage Danish Boucle Sofa
By Birte Iversen, A. J. Iversen
Located in London, England
produced by master cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. This example has been reupholstered in luxurious cotton-wool
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
Three Seater Settee, Ole Wanscher by A J Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in London, GB
A three-seater settee designed by Ole Wanscher for the cabinetmaker A J Iversen during the 1940s
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Settee Made by A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in London, GB
A three seat settee designed by Ole Wanscher for the cabinet maker A.J. Iversen, circa 1944.
The
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Superb Sofa by Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
Beautiful sofa in the best quality by Ole Wanscher and made by mastercabinetmaker A J Iversen
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Birte Iversen Living Room Set Sofa and Two Easy Chairs In wool in deep green
By A. J. Iversen, Birte Iversen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Iversen, Denmark, circa 1940-1950.
Cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, Denmark.
Newly upholstered with wool in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
H 32.29 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa by A J Iversen
Located in London, GB
Very rarely seen classic sofa by Ole Wanscher / A J Iversen. Inspired by the shapes and proportions
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas
Materials
Wood
Magnus Stephensen Sofa by A.J. Iversen in Denmark
By Magnus Stephensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Magnus Stephensen. Produced by A.J. Iversen in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Sofa by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OW 602 - 2-seat sofa in original, patinated black leather on a frame of mahogany. Maker A. J
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ole Wanscher Unique Hallway Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique hallway sofa designed by Ole Wanscher. Produced by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 33.86 in W 75.6 in D 27.96 in
Ole Wanscher Sofa
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher sofa produced by A.J. Iversen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Fantastic Long Green Sofa by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
An elegant sofa by the brilliant partnership of architect Ole Wanscher and master cabinetmaker AJ
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mogens Lassen Egyptian Table by A.J. Iversen
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
and manufactured by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, Denmark.
Diam. 100 cm.
Very fine condition.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Midcentury Flemming Lassen Style Three-Seat Sofa, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, A. J. Iversen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s three-seat sofa in the style of Flemming Lassen. We don't know the maker and
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Elegant Low Table in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher, 1950s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in rosewood, designed by Ole Wanscher for cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. Great original
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa Made by A. J. Iversen
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
Three-seat settee designed by Ole Wanscher for the cabinet maker A.J. Iversen, circa 1940.
The
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Mahogany
Mogens Lassen Egyptian Table for A. J. Iversen
By Mogens Lassen, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
with raised edge, brass fittings. Made by cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Coffee Table in Rosewood for A. J. Iversen
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Coffee table in rosewood by Ole Wanscher, 1956.
Executed by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Two-Seat Sofa in Wool by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two-seat sofa in yellow wool and legs of rosewood. Maker A.J Iversen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Ole Wanscher Sofa in Blue Linen Upholstery
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Ole Wanscher two persons sofa, on Cuban mahogany legs. Designed in 1960 and produced by A J Iversen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Three-Seat by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sofa reupholstered with black leather and legs in rosewood. Maker A. J. Iversen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Elegant Low Table in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher, 1950s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in rosewood, designed by Ole Wanscher for cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. Great original
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Elegant Low Table by Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Small low table in Brazilian rosewood designed by Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen Cabinet Makers. Made
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Ole Wanscher, Two-Seat Sofa, Leather, Wood, for A.J. Iversen, Denmark, 1950s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in High Point, NC
A rare two-seat sofa / settee / loveseat. Designed by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen, Denmark, 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 32.5 in W 53.5 in D 32.5 in
A.J. Iversen Sofa Attributed to Jacob Kjær
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Hudson, NY
back. Made by A.J. Iversen. Retains Illums Bolighus label.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
A.J. Iversen Three-Seat Lambskin Sofa, Denmark, 1939
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa by master cabinetmaker Andreas Jeppe Iversen (1888-1979) Denmark
Stained beech legs, front
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Beech
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa for A.J. Iversen, Denmark, 1940s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautifully sculpted sofa was first introduced by Ole Wanscher in the late 1930s with variations
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Wool
Elegant Curved Sofa by Andreas Jeppe Iversen, DK
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant curved sofa designed and manufactured by A. J. Iversen,
1945.
Walnut, white fabric
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Sofa by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen Snedkermester
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Chicago, IL
Fabric, foam and suspension has been recently updated. Fabric is HBF textiles linen velvet color mercury glass.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Ole Wanscher Sofa in Mohair for A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1930s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Sylacauga, AL
Luscious three-seat Ole Wanscher sofa with button-fitted back for A. J. Iversen. Mahogany legs
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Mohair
Ole Wanscher Love Seat
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Brussels, BE
An elegant two-seater designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by AJ Iversen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Egyptian Table by Mogens Lassen
By A. J. Iversen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful occasional table, mahogany with brass detail. Table folds for storage. Made by Rud Rasmussen
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Ole Wanscher Sofa / Loveseat
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Extra special rare loveseat / sofa designed by Ole Wanscher for master cabinet maker A J Iversen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Sofa / Loveseat
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Extra special rare loveseat / sofa designed by Ole Wanscher for master cabinet maker A J Iversen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Mahogany
1945 Velvet Sofa by Andreas Jeppe Iversen
By A. J. Iversen
Located in Brussels, BE
Andreas Jeppe Iversen (1888-1979)
Sofa
Manufactured by master cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen, 1945
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverson, Rare Danish Walnut and Leather Three-Seat Sofa
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An understated and elegant design, deftly executed by premier master-cabinetmaker A.J. Iverson
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32 in W 71 in D 27 in
Unique Danish Fritz Hansen Sofa Mod. 1669 in Teddy Bear Fur and Leather Tufted
By A. J. Iversen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
A.J. Iversen and Jacob Kjaer.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Beech
H 31.11 in W 79.14 in D 33.47 in
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