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 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
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
Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik in Rosewood, 1950s
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
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
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
Set of Four Danish Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
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
1960s Wahl Iversen Set of Four Dining Chairs for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered
Fabric, Wood
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
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs Denmark -Set of 6, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern teak dining chairs designed and manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960s. This elegant set of six dining chairs showcases the clean lines, thoughtful proportions, and excep...
Fabric, Teak
$2,660 / set
H 38.59 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Set of Six Danish Teak ‘Ingrid’ Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made set of six Danish teak ‘Ingrid’ dining chairs by Niels Koefoed. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, t...
Teak, Faux Leather
$4,381 / set
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Hans J. Frydendal, Denmark, 1970's
By Hans Frydendal 1
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of six dining chairs designed by Hans J. Frydendal for Boltinge Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1970's. Solid teak wood with nice details and new upholstery with boucle fabric.
Fabric, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, model Grand Prix model 3130
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3130 Grand Prix, made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
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
$3,950 / set
H 30.71 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of Six Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Brown Naugahyde Seats, Sweden, 1960s
By Finn Juhl, Neils O. Möller, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
This is a set of six beautifully crafted Danish dining chairs in teak, upholstered in dark chocolate brown Naugahyde. Everything about them is original, and they show the kind of qui...
Naugahyde, Teak
$1,538 / set
H 32.8 in W 19.7 in D 20.7 in
Vamdrup Stolefabrik Dining Chairs Set of 4 Oak Mid-Century Modern 1960s
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of four dining chairs showcases clean lines and functional Scandinavian design by Vamdrup Stolefabrik. Expertly crafted in Denmark, they bring timeless elegance and reliable...
Oak
$899
H 17.72 in W 18.51 in D 15.36 in
Model GS60 Stool, Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s
By Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model GS60 stool, design Peder Kristensen, manufactured by Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Teak frame, seat made of woven papercord. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patin...
Papercord, Teak
$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
$853
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Dining Chair, Walnut Aniline Leather, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather
Set of Six Danish Dining Chairs in Oak and Teak, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Set of six dining chairs featuring solid oak frames with beautifully shaped teak seats and backrests. The chairs showcase elegant lines and high-quality craftsmanship. The designer i...
Oak, Teak
Arne Vodder Teak Dining Chairs Model 422 Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very elegant set of 6 'model 422' dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast mobler, Denmark 1960. These dining chairs have a high spin...
Upholstery, Teak
$2,845
H 28.15 in W 24.41 in D 19.69 in
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
$24,000 / set
H 31.75 in W 18.25 in D 20 in
Brazilian Modern Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler 1950s
By Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Troy, MI
Exceptional and rare set of dining chairs by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte Brazil circa 1956 Sculpted Brazilian rosewood frames w...
Cane, Rosewood
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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 36 in W 22 in D 19 in
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
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H 36 in W 19 in D 19 in
Set of 8, 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...
Naugahyde, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Model GS61 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs c.1950
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Contact us for more shipping options: S16 Home San Francisco. Mid-century Danish Rosewood dining chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, 1950s. "GS61" model. B...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
4 Arne Wahl Iversen Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs with Papercord Seats 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 4 chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for the manufacturer Glyngøre Stolefabrik in the 1960s.
Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Room Chairs GS61 by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1950s
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood/Palisander Dining Room Chairs GS61 by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik, 1950s. Beautiful Scandinavian Modern set of four GS 61 dining ...
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 8 Danish Vintage Dining Chairs by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in London, GB
An exceptional set of eight Danish vintage dining chairs. They were designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and were made by Glyngøre Stolefabrik, they date from the 1960s. The quality is s...
Leather, Wood
Arne Wahl Iversen 1960s Rosewood Carver Chair
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in London, England
Arne Wahl Iversen - Carver Chair, circa 1960s. A modernist desk chair by Danish designer Arne Wahl Iversen and produced by Glyngøre Stolefabrik, c1960...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
Danish Mid-Century GS60 Chairs in Teak by Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in München, BY
Dimensions: 45 x 47 x 80 x 45 cm (width x depth x height x seat height) This beautiful set of vintage dining chairs designed Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik in 1957 in ...
Papercord, Teak
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H 36 in W 19 in D 19 in
Arne Wahl Iversen Dining Chairs in Teak, Set of 8, Midcentury Danish Modern
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik
Located in Decatur, GA
Arne Wahl Iversen for Glyngøre Stolefabrik ladder back dining chairs in teak. Set of eight (8) 6 side chairs - 2 arm captains chairs Solid sculpted teak + black naugahyde Atte...
Naugahyde, Teak
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H 31.5 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Arne Wahl Iversen Rosewood Dining Chairs Glyngore Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1959
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic set of six dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured by Glyngore Stolefabrik, Denmark 1960. These well-crafted and ve...
Papercord, Rosewood
Set of 4 Arne Wahl Dining Chairs
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Four dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl, model GS61 for Glyngore Stolefabrik. Chairs crafted of solid rosewood with new upholstered seats in tan aniline leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Wahl Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Six dining chairs designed by Arne Wah for Glyngore Stolefabrik. Chairs crafted of solid teak with new upholstered seats in black aniline leather.
Leather, Teak
Arne Wahl Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Six dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl, model GS61 for Glyngore Stolefabrik. Chairs crafted of solid Brazilian rosewood with new upholstered seats in cognac aniline leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 4 Arne Wahl Dining Chairs
By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Four dining chairs designed by Arne Wahl, model GS61 for Glyngore Stolefabrik. Chairs crafted of partly solid teak with new weaved paper cord seats.
Papercord, Teak