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Arne Wahl Iversen

Danish, 1927-2016

Danish furniture designer Arne Wahl Iversen created a range of sculptural storage cabinets, secretary desks, armchairs and dressers in teak, rosewood and other durable woods that reflect the pared-back elegance and prioritization of function that are so often attributes of the finest examples of vintage Scandinavian modern furniture.

Born in Nyborg, Iversen learned the craft of furniture making from his father, who operated a modest furniture business near the family home. Iversen apprenticed as a cabinetmaker and later enrolled in the Odense Technical School to study furniture design. In 1949, Iversen attend the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, in Copenhagen. It was there he studied under legendary furniture designer Kaare Klint. Widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture, Klint helped found the furniture design school at the academy and mentored such esteemed cabinetmakers and furniture designers as Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Ole Wanscher. Iversen was in good hands.

Upon finishing school, Iversen opened his own furniture shop in Nyborg. Soon after, his work immediately impressed Swedish furniture maker and IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad.

At the time, the popularity of modern Danish furniture was gaining steam around the world — it was in the postwar era that American tastemakers sold the citizenry on the appeal of Scandinavian design and its emphasis on the principles of traditional craftsmanship. Copenhagen native Finn Juhl had shown his work in the United States in 1950 and created a Danish modern line for Michigan’s Baker Furniture in 1951 (the company produced his award-winning Chieftain chair for a short time). Kamprad was eager for Iversen to create modern Danish furniture for IKEA, but their collaboration didn't last very long. Iversen decided to work independently on his own designs.

Initially, Iversen's furniture was mainly sold in Denmark, but by the end of the 1960s, he had expanded his sales to the rest of Europe and in America. Though he designed for many manufacturers, he created his most popular works for Komfort and Vinde Møbelfabrik. Iversen continued to design furniture until he retired in the mid-1980s. 

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Mid Century Modern Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark.
Mid Century Modern Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark.

Mid Century Modern Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark.

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark. Features a quintessential Mid Century Modern Scandinavian design with clean lines, gorgeo...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood 8 drawer dresser by Arne Wahl Iversen
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood 8 drawer dresser by Arne Wahl Iversen

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood 8 drawer dresser by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood 8 drawer dresser by Arne Wahl Iversen A beautiful example of Danish design in simplicity and quality. The rosewood grain is absolutely striking an...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Wood, Rosewood

1960s Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Wahl (Refinished)
1960s Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Wahl (Refinished)

1960s Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Wahl (Refinished)

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Wahl This stunning Danish modern executive desk was designed by Arne Wahl and crafted by Vinde Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the mid-ce...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak make up Vanity jewelry box by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish Modern teak make up vanity or desk. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. Flip top mirror with brass ring pull opens to a sliding felt lined jewelry box wi...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Felt, Mirror, Teak

Mid-century Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk c.1970
Mid-century Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk c.1970

Mid-century Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk c.1970

$1,595Sale Price / item|44% Off

H 43.25 in W 36.25 in D 18 in

Mid-century Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Desk c.1970

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Mid-century Danish Teak desk with drop down door that reveals a large work area and three cubbies to store all your needs. Brass brackets and hinges secure the door as it's lo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Wahl Iversen

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Brass

Danish Modern Teak Bar Cabinet by Arne Wahl-Iversen for IKEA
Danish Modern Teak Bar Cabinet by Arne Wahl-Iversen for IKEA

Danish Modern Teak Bar Cabinet by Arne Wahl-Iversen for IKEA

By IKEA, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Teak bar designed by Arne Wahl-Iversen for Ikea in the 1960s. 39.5w 18d 44.5h

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Wahl Iversen

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Mirror, Wood

Midcentury Danish Modern 8 Drawer Light Teak Dresser Credenza
Midcentury Danish Modern 8 Drawer Light Teak Dresser Credenza

Midcentury Danish Modern 8 Drawer Light Teak Dresser Credenza

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in

Midcentury Danish Modern 8 Drawer Light Teak Dresser Credenza

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Midcentury Danish Modern 8 drawer teak dresser or credenza by Arne Wahl Iversen. Beautiful light teak color with a nice grain. All drawers clean inside and out as well as slide smoot...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Teak

Vintage Danish Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen
Vintage Danish Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen

Vintage Danish Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen

$6,510

H 28.75 in W 56.7 in D 28.75 in

Vintage Danish Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in London, GB

A stunning and extremely well made vintage Danish desk by Arne Wahl Iversen. It was made in Denmark by Vinde Mobelfabrik, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Wahl Iversen

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Wood

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Arne Wahl Iversen Sale Prices

Sold DateSold PriceCategoryMaterialCreation Year
2025$3,735DressersRosewoodCirca 1960s
2025$1,067Planters and Jardinieres, TablesMetal, Teak1960's
2025$5,600Desks and Writing TablesBrass, Teak1960s
2025$1,548ArmchairsFabric, Teak1960s
2025$2,626SofasWool, TeakCirca 1970s
2025$2,160Dry BarsTeak1959
2025$3,150DesksTeak, Brass1960s
2025$1,250Commodes and Chests of DrawersTeak1960
2025$575Side Chairs, ChairsPapercord, Teak1960s
$2,561
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months
$575-$6,438
Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Arne Wahl Iversen furniture 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 Arne Wahl Iversen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Arne Wahl Iversen were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Bramin Møbler, Poul Hundevad, and Poul Cadovius. Prices for Arne Wahl Iversen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $575 and can go as high as $7,258, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,600.