Danish Modern Teak Desk Model #64 by Arne Wahl Iversen

About the Item

A beautifully designed mid-century modern teak desk by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik, Denmark, known as Model #64. Compact yet highly functional, this two-tiered design offers a refined balance of storage, craftsmanship, and sculptural presence. The desk features four dovetail drawers with handcrafted teak pulls, a central open cubby, and a raised gallery edge that gives the piece its distinctive profile. The writing surface sits at 29" high, making it practical for everyday use while maintaining an elegant, light-scaled form ideal for smaller interiors, apartments, bedrooms, or home offices. One of the standout details is the solid architectural teak base, with solid teak legs and striking cross-bracing that adds both stability and visual appeal from all angles. The finished back allows the desk to float beautifully in a room rather than being placed only against a wall. Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, one of Denmark’s noted mid-century designers, this desk embodies the understated elegance and functional craftsmanship that made Danish modern furniture internationally admired. Beautifully refinished and marked with the original manufacturer's label, a detail that speaks to the desk’s authenticity and Danish heritage. Includes the original skeleton key. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When you purchase vintage furniture from Danish Modern NoHo, you're not just acquiring a unique piece; you're also gaining access to our expert restoration services. Each item we sell comes with the peace of mind that it has been meticulously restored by our skilled team, with over a decade of experience in restoring vintage furniture. We take the hassle out of the restoration process for you. From expertly sanding the old finish to highlight the wood's natural grain to reupholstering sofas with new foam and fabric while preserving their original charm, every detail is thoughtfully addressed. This means you can enjoy your newly acquired vintage piece without worrying about any of the labor-intensive work that typically comes with restoration. With us, you’re making an investment in both style and peace of mind as we handle all the hard work so you can simply enjoy your unique find.

Creator:
Arne Wahl Iversen (Designer),Vinde Møbelfabrik (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 39.25 in (99.7 cm)Depth: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Teak
Place of Origin:
Denmark
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960s
Condition:
Refinished. Professionally Refinished.
Seller Location:
North Hollywood, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1270250363082

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Arne Wahl Iversen

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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