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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Arne Wahl Iversen set of six dining chairs in teak Glyngore Denmark 1960
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful set of six dining chairs, model GS60 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Glyngøre Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak, the chairs sho...
Papercord, Teak
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition Old glory makes for a new classic Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1959. At that time Denmark was entering a ...
Leather, Oak
$4,600Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Arne Wahl Iverson Lounge Chairs for Komfort in Teak & Leather, 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Supremely appointed pair of vintage Arne Wahl Iverson lounge chairs for Komfort, Denmark-1960s. Frames are in gorgeous vintage condition, cushions have been redone in a full grain ra...
Leather, Teak
Arm chairs in elm by Arne Wahl Iversen, by cabinetmaker Niels Eilersen, Denmark
By Neils Eilersen, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker Niels Eilersen during the 1950s. Made from solid elm with beautiful grain and structure and seats w...
Leather, Elm
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Stools in Oak and Sheepskin, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Odense, DK
Set of charming stools by Danish Designer Arne Wahl-Iversen made in the 1960s. The stools have been reupholstered in long-haired organic sheepskin. The stools are made for storage. ...
Sheepskin, Oak
$3,734Sale Price|20% Off
Arne Wahl Iversen 3-Seater Leather Sofa, Teak Frame, Denmark, 1960
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This 3-seater sofa by Arne Wahl Iversen impresses with its organic shapes, which look great in any setting. The delicate teak frame of this sofa is in excellent condition, making it ...
Leather, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen “ST-750” armchair Niels Eilersen Denmark 1959
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Niels Eilersen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Sculptural armchair model ST-750, designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, 1959. Crafted in beautifully grained solid teak, the chair showcases Iverse...
Leather, Teak
$2,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
1960s Wahl Iversen Set of Four Dining Chairs for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered
Fabric, Wood
Danish Reupholstered Sofa by Model No. 35 by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Vintage design sofa Sofa model no. 35 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, manufactured by Komfort, Denmark, 1960. This comfortable sofa with impressiv...
Fabric, Teak
1960's Arne Wahl Iversen Easy Chairs by Komfort, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of easy chairs model no. 30 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, manufactured by Komfort, Denmark, 1960. These comfortable chairs have solid teak wooden frames and white upholstered c...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Four Danish Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in London, GB
A stylish, rare and extremely well made set of four Danish and leather dining chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen. They are the model GS70 chairs, made by Glyngore Stolefabrik in the 1960’s....
Leather, Wood
Armchair GS 700 by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic armchair, GS 700, by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik. High quality teak frame with the original cord cover. Quality Features: accomplished design: perfect propor...
Papercord, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen, three seat sofa, teak and Vidar fabric from Kvadart. Denmark
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Wahl Iversen. Three seat sofa with frame of teak. Newly upholstered with Vidar 3 fabric from Kvadrat. Made by Komfort møbler in the 1960s
Fabric, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Model GS60 for Glyngore Danish Teak Dining Chair Set of 4
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Arne Wahl Iversen Modell GS60 for Glyngøre Stolefabrik Solid teak wood and bright soft Velour fabric. Set of 4. Classic Danish design. In good vintage condition.
Papercord, Teak
Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik in Rosewood, 1950s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 4 dining chairs in rosewood by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik. Danish design from the 1950s. — Origin: Denmark — Designer: Arne Wahl Iversen — Manufacturer: Glyng...
Fabric, Rosewood
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern by Arne Wahl Iversen Dining Chairs in Teak
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in San Diego, CA
Introducing a rare and exquisite offering from Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik: a captivating set of ladder back dining chairs in teak, meticulously crafted to elevate any...
Naugahyde, Teak
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition Old glory makes for a new classic Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1959. At that time Denmark was entering a ...
Leather, Oak
Arm chair in elm and leather with exquisite patina by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chair model St-750 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Produced in Denmark by Danish cabinetmaker during the 1960s. Made from solid elm wood with oil finish. Seat with patinated leath...
Leather, Elm
Banquette canapé 3 places scandinave vintage Arne Wahl Iversen pour Komfort teck
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Banquette canapé scandinave vintage des années 60, 3 places, très beau design du designer danois Arne Wahl Iversen pour Komfort, en teck, assises et dossiers constitués de coussins a...
Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen GS90 MCM Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Rope Seats, Set of 6
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Wahl Iversen GS90 mid century danish teak dining chairs with rope seats - set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 17 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 17.25 inche...
Rope, Teak
$2,721Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair (2) of Scandinavian teak and rope armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair (2) of Scandinavian teak and rope armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen A rare pair of Scandinavian teak and Danish rope armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen. Very simple and timeless design.
Rope, Teak
Stool with Sheepskin, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Ottoman reupholstered with sheepskin. Designed and made in Denmark. Great condition.
Sheepskin, Elm
$3,403Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 28.75 in
1960s Arne Vodder 3-Seat Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly re-upholstered original springs pillows - The wooden parts have been refurbished.
Fabric, Wood
$4,668
H 37.41 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in
Highback Lounge Chair in Teak and Green Leather by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Lounge chair designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, made of solid teak. The frame shows the designer’s characteristic organic shaping, with elegantly curved armrests, tapered legs, and fine...
Teak, Leather
$18,554 / set
H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Pair of 'Ari' Lounge Chairs in Steel and Patinated Leather 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Meer, VAN
Arne Norell Pair of 'Ari' Lounge Chairs in Steel and Patinated Leather, Sweden 1960s A very nice pair of Arne Norell ‘Ari’ lounge chairs in steel and patinated brown / green leather...
Steel
$4,800 / set
H 41.34 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Set of Six Teak Ladder Dining Chair by Niels Koefoed, Denmark, circa 1960
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 teak and black skaï ladder back dining chairs by Niels Koefoed produced by Koefoed Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960 Reupholstered, signed. Very good condition.
Faux Leather, Teak
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather, 3 Seats, Denmark 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s. This comfortable three seats sofa is designed by Arne Norell and holds a robust, sturdy character. The base is made of a...
Leather, Wood, Upholstery, Teak
$5,500 / set
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell, Pair of Sirocco Lounge Chairs, Leather & Ash, AB Aneby, 1960s
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of safari chairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, during the 1960s. The chairs are crafted with a solid frame in ash and a wa...
Brass
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair in original leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell, 'Inca' lounge chair, leather, beech, Sweden, 1965. The iconic 'Inca' lounge chair in original leather, designed by Arne Norell. The back features thick buffalo leather...
Leather, Beech
$4,760 / set
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Pair of Lounge Chairs in Teak & Beech by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Danish lounge chairs features a refined blend of teak and beech wood, showcasing the sculptural lines and organic elegance of Arne Vodder’s celebrat...
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Pair of Danish Modern Stools in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Danish Modern stools, 1940s. Recently reupholstered in Sahara sheepskin. Dimensions: Height: 43 cm / 16.93 in Diameter: 36 cm / 14.17 in
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Lounge Chairs Grete Jalk Danish Teak, 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of Grete Jalk lounge chairs, Denmark, 1960s. Excellent condition. New cushions, freshly reupholstered. Perfect condition.
Fabric, Teak
$4,150
H 28 in W 73.5 in D 29.5 in
Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Danish Teak & Leather Three Seat Sofa Ca. 1960s
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk, Svend Åge Eriksen
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish teak three seat sofa in original soft leather upholstery, designed by Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, in the manner of Grete Jalk, who also designed for Glostru...
Leather, Teak
Pair of easy chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Genarp, SE
These elegant lounge chairs, designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, are a clear example of the timeless aesthetic of Danish modernism. With their gently curved wooden armrests and generously...
Teak
A Teak Armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen Denmark 1960's
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Teak Armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen Denmark 1960's. Model : GS 700 Beautiful manufacturing. Rope seat in good condition. Teak structure. In original good condition.
Rope, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Easy Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, Denmark, 1960s, Set of 2
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Ranst, VAN
Pair of easy chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Komfort. Designed in Denmark in the 1960s. The solid teak frame adds warmth and character, while the cushions (newly reuphols...
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 24.41 in D 20.08 in
Chair in solid elm and skai, early edition, model ST 750 Arne Wahl Iversen 1959.
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Niels Eilersen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Very elegant Scandinavian office chair – This is a first edition from the early 1960s. With its elegant, curved design, created by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1959, a time when Denmark was ...
Faux Leather, Elm
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H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Arne Wahl Iversen set of ten dining chairs in teak Glyngore Denmark 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
This exceptional set of ten dining chairs, model GS60 was designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Glyngøre Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak, the...
Papercord, Teak
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H 38.98 in W 27.56 in D 33.08 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen in Leather
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen impresses with its organic shapes, which look great in any setting. The delicate teak frame in a warm shade is in excellent condition. The caramel-...
Leather, Teak
Komfort teak armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This teak armchair is in very good condition. The beautifully crafted teak frame is in excellent condition and features an attractive, warm wood tone that harmonizes perfectly with t...
Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Rosewood Sofa model 35
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Wahl Iversen Rosewood Sofa. Manufactured by Komfort, Model no. 35. Original wood finish in great shape and newly upholstered cushions...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Paire de fauteuils scandinaves vintage Arne Wahl Iversen pour Komfort en teck
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Suite de 2 fauteuils scandinaves vintage des années 60, très beau design du designer danois Arne Wahl Iversen pour Komfort, en teck, assises et dossiers constitués de coussins amovib...
Teak
Danish Teak Vintage Sofa Bed by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and rare Danish teak vintage sofa bed by Arne Wahl Iversen. This was made in Denmark by Komfort, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality i...
Bouclé, Teak
Set of 2 Komfort teak armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The two teak armchairs are in very good condition. The beautifully crafted teak frames are in excellent condition and have an attractive warm wood tone that harmonizes perfectly with...
Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Sofa teak Vintage Midcentury
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Berlin, DE
We offer a beautiful sofa by Arne Wahl Iversen for the Danish manufacturer Komfort for sale. Condition: Good to very good used condition with age-related signs of wear (see pictures...
Teak