Ole Wanscher Sofas
Danish, 1903-1985
A scholar and architect with the heart of an artist, Ole Wanscher helped define the functional, clean-cut style that formed the core of modern Danish furniture design. Influenced heavily by his world travels, Wanscher gained inspiration from English, Asian, Egyptian and traditional Shaker furniture, and he incorporated elements from these styles into his revered mid-century designs.
Wanscher’s deep respect for the use of traditional materials such as quality wood is reflected in his work, which is valued for being both beautiful and built to last. He was also a leader in the postwar “design for everyone” movement, creating many pieces intended for everyday life within the small confines of the average Danish household. Later, Wanscher became a prolific writer on the subject of furniture design. He is considered one of the most significant influences on the world of Scandinavian modernism.
The son of an art historian and a painter, Wanscher studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. From 1925 to 1927, Wanscher worked under the great Danish designer and professor Kaare Klint, who became one of the greatest stylistic influences on his output. Wanscher would go on to work as a professor at the academy from 1955 to 1973.
Wanscher founded his own furniture manufacturing company in 1929. Here he employed the top cabinetmakers of the day, most notably A.J. Iversen, with whom Wanscher collaborated for many years. While the workshop produced seductive handmade furniture with organic materials such as teak and mahogany, Wanscher intended to design durable seating, tables and more for the mass market — he was committed to making quality furniture available to a wider audience.
Of all of Wanscher’s designs, he is perhaps best known for his Colonial chair. This piece — which is part of a collection for Danish manufacturer P. Jeppesens that includes a sofa and a coffee table — exemplifies his penchant for combining minimalist design with traditional craftsmanship. Wanscher’s dining room tables, such as the Rungstedlund table, also epitomize the elegance of his work’s simple silhouettes and careful construction. These sleek tables serve as an ideal centerpiece for both modern and traditionally styled dining rooms, highlighting the versatility of Wanscher’s work.
Wanscher received a gold medal for his exemplary work at the 1960 Milan Triennale. He also received the Copenhagen Carpenters’ Guild Annual Award. Though Wanscher passed away in 1985, his iconic designs and scholarly writings remain relevant to this day.
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Creator: Ole Wanscher
Ole Wanscher sofa for A.J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Ole Wanscher was an architect and professor of architecture specialising in furniture designs. Ole Wanscher was mainly influenced by Professor Kaare Klint, with whom he worked from 1...
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1960s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Wool, Cotton, Wood
Ole Wanscher Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher Sofa, Model 602 By Carl Hansen & Son
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1960s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Leather, Mahogany
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, which has just been newly reupholstered by the well regarded Forthright NYC uphol...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Fabric, Bouclé
Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa Senator, Danish Design Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (Width x Height x Depth)
This Mid Century three seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This mod...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Reupholstered 4-seater sofa by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Reupholstered 4-seater rofa in Old America leather and rosewood frame. Ole Wanscher / A.J Iversen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Rosewood
Three Seat Sofa Ole Wanscher for PJ
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Matosinhos, 13
Vintage Three Seat Sofa by Ole Wanscher and produced by P.Jeppensen.
This unique sofa is made of solid mahogany and re-upholstered in Le Manaque fabric and has a unique feature: the sides in rattan.
A vintage Danish piece of design, in excellent condition, that has been carefully restored to bring the original craftsmanship back to life.
The fabric: The House of Le Manach...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Rattan, Mahogany, Upholstery
PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PJ 149/2 - 2-seater 'Colonial' sofa in cherry, seat bottom in cane and original blue wool cushions. Marked from manufacturer. Ole Wanscher / P.J Furniture
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Wool, Cherry
60s 70s Teak 2 Seater Sofa Couch Ole Wanscher Cado France & Son Danish Design
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s-1970s teak 2 seater sofa couch Ole Wanscher Cado France & Son Danish design
Object: 2-seater sofa
Manufacturer: Cado (France & Son)
Condition: Good - vintage
Age: a...
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1970s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Leather Sofa by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa with a raised, tight back and sloping arms, retaining the original tan leather upholstery, on rosewood legs.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
60s 70s Teak 3 Seater Sofa Couch Ole Wanscher Cado France & Son Danish Design
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak 3 seater sofa couch Ole Wanscher Cado France & Son Danish design
Object: 3 seater sofa
Manufacturer: Cado (France & Son)
Condition: good - vintage
Age: aroun...
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1970s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Sofa, 3 Seats, Senator Model in Mahogany and New Fabric by Ole Wanscher
By Poul Jeppesen, Ole Wanscher
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sofa. Structure in solid Mahogany, the seats and cushions have been redone in new light beige fabric, very comfortable. Sober and very elegant design. Very good b...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Fabric, Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Sofa for Cado, 1960s Danish Design
By Cado, Ole Wanscher
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic 3-seater-sofa from the 1960s. Model Senator by Ole Wanscher for CADO. High-quality solid teak frame. The sofa has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality gray upho...
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1960s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
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Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Design Oak Three Seat Sofa Ole Wanscher for PJ, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Jeppesen, Ole Wanscher
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (width x height x depth)
This mid-century three seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This m...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa for J. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An outstanding, very rare 2-seater sofa designed by Ole Wanscher, manufactured by J. Jeppesen in Denmark around 1950.
This impressive piece is really well made by on of the greate...
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1950s Danish Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with vintage aniline leather.
Made of solid teak.
Model senator, made by Cado.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This teak high-back two-seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher as part of his 'Senator' line, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian PJ112 Sofa 3 Seats by Ole Wanscher
By Poul Jeppesen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian PJ112 sofa 3 seats by Ole Wanscher. Newly upholstered in Gabriel Step Melange fabric #68162.
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Mahogany Frame
By Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
Freestanding three seater sofa with mahogany frame designed by Ole Wanscher. Sides, seat and back upholstered with black leather. This example made...
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren Sofa in Red Leather and Teak
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren, sofa, leather, walnut, Denmark, 1950s/1960s
Beautiful sofa in an outstanding natural color designed by Ole Wanscher during the mid-century period. T...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage Danish Mid Century Mahogany Sofa by Ole Wanscher for Poul Jeppesen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is beautiful Scandinavian Modern sofa Model PJ112 in mahogany designed by professor Ole Wanscher and manufactured by Poul Jeppesen in Denmark in the 1960s. This comfortable couc...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Colonial sofa by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PJ 149/2 - 'Colonial' 2-seater sofa in rosewood with cushions in black patinated leather. Ole Wanscher / P. Jeppesen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame
By Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
Freestanding three seater sofa with Brazilian rosewood frame by Ole Wanscher. Seat, sides and back upholstered with black leather. Made by cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen.
Fair conditi...
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1960s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather
PJ 149/2 Colonial Sofa by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher. PJ 149 - 'Colonial' 2 seater sofa in rosewood and original black leather cushions. Maker PJ Furniture.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Rosewood
Ole Wanscher Sofa Model 116 / Senator Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model 116 / Senator designed by Ole Wanscher. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Senator 3-Seat Sofa in Teak by Ole Wanscher for France and Son, Denmark
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Halle, DE
Scandinavian senator 3-seat sofa in teakwood, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark. Cushions have been reupholstered with fabrics by JAB Anstötz.
Man...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Teak
Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofa made by Master Craftspersons
By Ole Wanscher
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sofa with tight seat and back, of blue shantung upholstery and mahogany legs. Original condition.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood
Senator Sofa in Teak by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This three-seater 'Senator 166' sofa, designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Søn in the 1960s, is a paragon of Scandinavian mid-century design. The piece showcases the clean lines, qu...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
1960s Restored Danish Ole Wanscher Sofa by Cado
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
Mahogany sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured by Cado.
The elegant sofa feature organic shapes and excellent craftmanship with lots of small details.
The sofa has been re...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Teak
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with light grey 100 % New Zealand Divina wool.
Made of solid mahogany.
Model Senator, made by France & Son.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Ole Wanscher Three-Seat Sofa
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher three-seat sofa new upholstered with tan aniline leather.
Made of solid teak.
Model senator, made by Cado.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Sofa “Colonial” Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa ‘Colonial’ designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen,
Denmark, 1960s.
Brazilian rosewood and black leather.
Measurements:
H: 60 cm/ 1' 11 5/8"
W: 123.5 cm/ 4' 5/8"
D: 66 cm/ 2...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Colonial 2-Seat Sofa, Model OW149-2, by Ole Wanscher, 1960s
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Colonial 2-Seat Sofa, Model OW149-2, a timeless creation by the revered designer Ole Wanscher in 1964, skillfully crafted by P. Jeppesen in the 1960s.
This elegant sofa em...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Ole Wanscher #166 Sofa for Cado in Senator Oak
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern sofa designed by Ole Wanscher in 1951 and manufactured by Cado (France & Son). Striking and comfortable seating addition to home or business setting. Please confi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Tight Back Sofa by Ole Wanscher
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sofa with a raised, tight back and sloping arms, retaining the original upholstery, on Cuban mahogany legs.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Wool
Scandinavian Sofa by Ole Wanscher FD 109 Wool Bouclé, 1960s
By France & Daverkosen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Paris, IDF
Renowned Danish designer Ole Wanscher is credited for being influential during the height of the acclaimed Scandinavian design movement that took place during the Mid-century era. His FD 109...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Teak
Set Teak 3-Seater Senator Bench & Chair by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture A/S
By Ole Wanscher, PJ Furniture
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Set teak 3-seater senator bench & chair by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture A/S,1960s,
This is a beautiful set of a three-seater sofa and 1 armchair from the 1960s by Ole Wanscher fo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Materials
Teak
Ole Wanscher Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher sofa designed in 1962 and produced by France & Son.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ole Wanscher Sofas
Ole Wanscher sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Ole Wanscher sofas 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 Ole Wanscher sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 39 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 5 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sofas by Ole Wanscher were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Illum Wikkelsø, France & Søn, and Fritz Hansen. Prices for Ole Wanscher sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $910 and can go as high as $27,839, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,959.
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