Ole Wanscher was born on September 16, 1903, in Frederiksberg, Denmark. He was the son of an art historian and a painter. Wanscher studied architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts from 1924 to 1927. He then worked as an apprentice to Kaare Klint, a leading figure in Danish furniture design.

In 1928, Wanscher set up his own furniture design studio in Copenhagen. He quickly became known for his elegant and functional designs, which were often inspired by classical furniture and Danish folk art. Wanscher's furniture was made from high-quality materials, such as teak and mahogany, and it was built to last. He also paid attention to the details of construction, and his furniture is known for its fine craftsmanship.

Wanscher designed a wide range of furniture, including chairs, tables, sofas, and beds. He also designed a number of accessories, such as lamps and mirrors. His more...

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Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985), OW150 daybed, designed 1963,…

Ole Wanscher Oak Daybed with Tan Leather Cushion, 1963

Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985), OW150 daybed, designed 1963, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, oak frame with tan leather cushion and single matching bolster, retains manufacturer's label underneath, height 45 cm width 70 cm length 180 cm. Provenance:…

Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985). Pair of Colonial Lounge…

Pair of Colonial Lounge Chairs by Ole Wanscher, Rosewood, Cane

Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985). Pair of Colonial Lounge Chairs, manufactured by Poul Jeppesen Mobelfabrik, rosewood, cane, and black leather upholstery (2), height 80 cm width 67 cm depth 60 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

A fine three-seater 1960s Danish couch, of solid construction…

Vintage Danish Three-Seater Couch by Ole Wanscher

A fine three-seater 1960s Danish couch, of solid construction and with original tan leather upholstery, inscribed 'Ole Wanscher' to underside

An early 1950s sideboard attributed to Ole Wanscher, made from…

Danish Black Walnut Sideboard by Ole Wanscher

An early 1950s sideboard attributed to Ole Wanscher, made from Danish black walnut with book-matched veneer. Two doors flanking four drawers, with eight legs and ball handle details. Height 87.5 cm, width 200 cm, depth 51.5 cm

Ole Wanscher model 1668 sofa for Fritz Hansen, three seat sofa.…

Curved Three-Seat Sofa by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen

Ole Wanscher model 1668 sofa for Fritz Hansen, three seat sofa. Curved variation of standard 1668 model. Red velour fixed cushions with green and cream striped upholstery throughout. Rope trim and button features on stained beech platform feet. Denmark, c…

Ole Wanscher armchair, Denmark, circa 1945, FH43, upholstered…

1945 Ole Wanscher Armchair in Black Leather

Ole Wanscher armchair, Denmark, circa 1945, FH43, upholstered in black leather. Provenance: Private Collection, Southern Highlands

Ole Wanscher pair of elbow chairs manufactured by Fritz Hansen,…

1960s Fritz Hansen Black Leather Elbow Chairs by Wanscher

Ole Wanscher pair of elbow chairs manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, circa 1960s, upholstered in black leather.

Ole Wanscher four dining chairs for A.J Iversen, Denmark, 1960s,…

Ole Wanscher Leather Dining Chairs, 1960s Denmark

Ole Wanscher four dining chairs for A.J Iversen, Denmark, 1960s, upholstered in tan leather. Provenance: Private Collection, Southern Highlands

Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985), rocking chair, designed c.…

Wanscher Rocking Chair with Burnt Orange Cushions

Ole Wanscher (Danish, 1903-1985), rocking chair, designed c. 1960, manufactured by Frances & Son, teak, burnt orange velvet cushions, retains manufacturer's label, height 75 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Ole Wanscher armchair for a. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1960s, the…

Wanscher Armchair in Black Leather Upholstery

Ole Wanscher armchair for a. J. Iversen, Denmark, 1960s, the shaped padded back with padded and curved armrest supports above the padded seat on square sectioned legs with reeded corners united by an H-stretcher, in black leather upholstery. Height 88 cm,…

Ole Wanscher pair of armchairs for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1940s,…

Ole Wanscher Armchairs with Leather Squab

Ole Wanscher pair of armchairs for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1940s, model 1755, each with a serpentine ladder back flanking the shaped arms, the dished solid seat on turned legs with ball feet, with buttoned leather squab. Height 86 cm, seat height 41 cm,…

An oak 1950s footstool or ottoman, designer unknown but in the…

1950s Oak Leather Footstool in Danish Design Style

An oak 1950s footstool or ottoman, designer unknown but in the style of Hans Wegner or Ole Wanscher. Upholstered in brown leather.

Lounge suite two piece by Ole Wanscher c.1970 mahogany and…

Mahogany and Rattan Lounge Suite by Ole Wanscher

Lounge suite two piece by Ole Wanscher c.1970 mahogany and rattan sides, three seater and single armchair, height 86 cm, length 180 cm, depth 78 cm

Ole Wanscher armchair, caramel leather seat, Denmark, c 1960s,…

Caramel Leather Ole Wanscher Armchair, Denmark, 1960s

Ole Wanscher armchair, caramel leather seat, Denmark, c 1960s, 88 cm high, 65 cm wide, 55 cm deep

Ole Wanscher desk; six drawer desk with two slide out features,…

Rosewood Desk with Brass Fittings by Ole Wanscher

Ole Wanscher desk; six drawer desk with two slide out features, rosewood with brass fittings; Denmark; c 1960s

An Ole Wanscher 'Senator' three-Seater sofa, C. 1960,…

Vintage Teak Senator Sofa with Original Wool Upholstery

An Ole Wanscher 'Senator' three-Seater sofa, C. 1960, manufactured by France and Son, Denmark. Framed in teak with the original wool upholstery, length 182 cm, depth 750, height 79 cm

Ole Wanscher two door cabinet, Denmark, c 1960s, 129 cm high,…

Mid-Century Danish Two-Door Cabinet by Ole Wanscher

Ole Wanscher two door cabinet, Denmark, c 1960s, 129 cm high, 110 cm wide, 44 cm deep

An Ole Wanscher Fd 110 rocking chair. C. 1960s Denmark.…

Vintage Teak Rocking Chair with New Oceania Upholstery

An Ole Wanscher Fd 110 rocking chair. C. 1960s Denmark. Manufactured for France and Daverkosen. Teak, new upholstery, Waihi 'Oceania' by Mokum for James Dunlop, polycotton, viscose and wool blend

Pair of Danish Ole Wanscher rosewood armchairs with blue…

Danish Rosewood Armchairs with Blue Upholstery (9 words)

Pair of Danish Ole Wanscher rosewood armchairs with blue upholstery, circa 1960s

An Ole Wanscher mahogany bar cabinet, c.1950's, Denmark. Two…

1950s Danish Mahogany Bar Cabinet by Ole Wanscher

An Ole Wanscher mahogany bar cabinet, c.1950's, Denmark. Two door cabinet with adjustable shelves, with two internal pullout drawers. Manufactured by P. Jeppesen. Height 140 cm. Width 120 cm. Depth 40 cm