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.
Find vintage Arne Wahl Iversen chairs, cabinets, console tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Arm chairs in elm by Arne Wahl Iversen, by cabinetmaker Niels Eilersen, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Neils Eilersen
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
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
Arne Wahl Iversen “ST-750” armchair Niels Eilersen Denmark 1959
By Niels Eilersen, Arne Wahl Iversen
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
1950s Danish GS700 Teak and Papercord Dining Armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Wesseling, DE
Beautiful Mid-century danish teak dining armchair. Seat with original woven papercord. Model GS700. Design in the 1950s by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik. Neat condition ...
Papercord, Teak
1960's Arne Wahl Iversen Easy Chairs by Komfort, Denmark
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
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
$2,621Sale 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
$3,182Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 49.22 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Mid-century Modern Danish Monza Armchairs from Niels Eilersen, 1970s
By Niels Eilersen, Jens Juul Eilersen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large armchairs were designed by Jens Juul Eilersen and manufactured during 1970s by Niels Eilersen, a very well regarded Danish furniture maker. It is Monza model with down wra...
Leather, Wood
$19,917 / set
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Easy Chairs with Side Table in Beech and Leather by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of easy chairs with side table in beech, leather and brass by Arne Norell, 1960s. Additional Information: Material: beech, leather, brass. Style: Midcentury, Scandinavia. ...
Brass
Set of Six Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful set of six vintage Danish teak dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, showcasing elegant Scandinavian craftsmanship and timeless Mid-Century Modern design. Each cha...
Fabric, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Open Arm Sofa
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Wahl Iversen Open Arm Sofa. In nice shape! Fabric might be 5-10 years old and still looks good! Nice size and scale! Only 72" wide but seats 3 comfortably! Solid Teak Frame...
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition. Original cognac leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Brass
$557
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
GS60 Rush Dining Chair Attributed to Arne Wahl Iversen, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan presents this 1960s Scandinavian chair in exotic wood and rush, attributed to Arne Wahl Iversen. It is the GS60 model produced in Denmark by Glyngøre Stolefabrik: cresce...
Rush, Hardwood
Expertly Restored - Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Lounge Chair for Komfort
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Teak Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New Pirelli Webbing, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is l...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Ole Wanscher Pair of Armchairs for A. J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher pair of armchairs in mahogany and horsehair. Executed by A. J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Mahogany
$11,893 / set
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Inca Easy Chair and Stool in Beech, Brass & Leather by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Inca easy chair and stool, designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden, are exemplary representations of Scandinavian modernism infused with a sense of relax...
Brass
Ole Wanscher Lounge / Easy Chair for A.J. Iversen, 1960
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher (1903-1985) lounge chair. Base and frame in mahogany with stretcher bar supporting the legs. Later upholstered in sand leather, seat cushion with down filling. Desig...
Leather, Mahogany
$2,845 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Arne Wahl Iversen set of six teak dining chairs Glyngore Denmark 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
A refined set of six dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Glyngøre Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Crafted in solid teak, the chairs feature slender ...
Papercord, Teak
$7,056
H 35.04 in W 25.6 in D 26.38 in
Ole Wanscher Armchair Model J 3063 by Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1960s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Odense, DK
Rare armchair or office chair model "J3063" designed by Ole Wanscher and made by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen, Copenhagen in the 1960s. The chair is made from the most exclusive hardwoo...
Leather, Hardwood
$3,495 / set
H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 19.3 in
Oak and Papercord Armchairs or Dining Chairs, Denmark 1960s.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Almelo, NL
Oak and Papercord Armchairs or Dining Chairs, Denmark 1960s. These chairs are made of solid oak and handwoven paper cord seats. The chairs are in good vintage condition and can be used as dining or side chairs. These chairs would be an eye-catching addition to any interior, such as the living room, family room, screening room, or office. It also perfectly fits hospitality or corporate areas like a boutique hotel lobby, cocktail bar, members club, or luxury loft. When you choose for used mid...
Papercord, Oak
$681
H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 20.48 in
1960s 1970s Teak Ottoman by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Teak Ottoman by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort Denmark Item: Ottoman Manufacturer: Komfort Condition: Good - Vintage Age: Circa 1960-1970 Dimensions: 70cm x 32cm x 40c...
Fabric, Teak
$2,729Sale Price|60% Off
H 34.65 in W 26.38 in D 25.6 in
Ole Wanscher Armchair Model J 3063 by Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen in Denmark
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in London, GB
Ole Wanscher armchair model J 3063 by Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen in Denmark Leather showing crackling and substantial wear.
Leather
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
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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
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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
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
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H 28 in W 29.85 in D 29 in
60s Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Armchair Lounge Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a sensational teak chair, designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, made in Denmark, circa the 1960s. Danish control seal. Stamped. New upholstery new cushion. Wood ha...
Fabric, Teak
Lounge Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, 1950s, set of 2
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of wooden armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen. Foam seat covered with white removable fabric. Measurements: Seat height 39 cm. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for ...
Fabric, Wood
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H 37.8 in W 27.96 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Danish Vintage Teak and Leather Armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable pair of Danish vintage teak and leather armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen. They were made in Denmark by Komfort, they date from the 1960’s. The qual...
Leather, Teak
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H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, 1950s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of teak armchairs. Foam seat covered with vanilla-colored fabric with removable cover. Measure: Seat height 38cm. Slight wear and tear due to time and use of the chairs.
Fabric, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Arne Wahl Iversen Set Of 2 Lounge Chairs for Komfort, 1960s, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful set of 2 lounge chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured by Komfort in the 1960s, Denmark. These wonderful lounge chairs feature a solid teak wood frame and a ...
Fabric, Teak
Lounge Chair by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in The Hague, NL
Easy chair designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, manufactured by Komfort Denmark 1960. These chairs have solid teak wooden frames and original light brown upholstery. These organic and dyna...
Wool, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Armchair, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant armchair designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, production Komfort, Denmark, 1960. The armchair is made of high-quality solid wood and is very comfortable, the shapes are naturally c...
Wood
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H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Danish Desk Chair in Elm Wood by Arne Wahl Iversen for N. Eilersen, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Niels Eilersen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Spotted in the blink of an eye, this is an Eilersen! Design is often attributed to Illum Wikkelsø but it was Arne Wahl Iversen who designed this desk chair, regardless it is instanta...
Leather, Elm
Flamingo Armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Allerum, SE
Pair of Danish 1950s armchairs 'Flamingo' designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1955. Reupholstered in white Sheepskin Shearling. Arne Wahl Iversen was born in 1927 in the small town ...
Wood
Arne Wahl Iversen, Pair of Armchair '2'
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Wahl Iversen. Pair of armchair with mahogany frame, seat and back upholstered in cognac colored leather, 1960s. Manufactured by Komfort. Measures: H 78/45 cm. W 65 cm. Traces of...
Leather, Mahogany
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H 36.42 in W 27.17 in D 30.71 in
Vintage High Back Lounge Chair by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This high back lounge chair is a design by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort. It has been reupholstered in a "Randers" fabric by De Ploeg, color 09/13. The pictures seem to fade the colo...
Fabric, Teak