Along with Vernor Panton, cabinetmaker and architect Arne Vodder was a leading light of what might be called the “second generation” of forward-thinking 20th-century Danish furniture designers — those who, following in the footsteps of Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl and others, first applied the skills, traditions and philosophical tenets of Scandinavian craftsmanship to a modern furniture idiom.
Vodder was a graduate student in architecture trained by Juhl, a pioneer of furniture design credited with igniting the Scandinavian modernist movement that swept like wildfire across the United States in the postwar era. Vodder made his mark in the 1960s, when modern design had gained wide acceptance, particularly in the business world. Accordingly, many of Vodder's chairs, created for manufacturers such as France & Søn, Fritz Hansen and Sibast, are quiet in form — projecting an air of sturdiness and strength, rather than avant-garde styling.
Vodder’s aesthetic flair is very pronounced in his vintage cabinets and storage pieces — sideboards, bookcases, credenzas and buffets. In such pieces, the designer liked to play with asymmetry.
Vodder’s bookcases often have a seemingly random array of variously sized shelves and nooks. A typical Vodder sideboard of the mid-century period — his classic Model 29 case piece is known to collectors — might have four sections, each different in purpose and look: an open stack of vertical shelves, and other cupboards covered with sliding panels in contrasting colored laminates and wood veneers.
As you will see from the works on 1stDibs, Vodder had a sense of what kind of design was appropriate for which space: sobriety in the boardroom; playfulness at home.
Find vintage Arne Vodder furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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Arne Vodder Armchair with Original Black Leather, circa 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Pictured is a set of seven armchairs priced and sold inidividually designed by Arne Vodder and made in the 1960s by Sibast. Original black leather is in good condition showing minor ...
Leather
Classic Arne Vodder Leather And Teak Chair For Mahjongg Holland 1964
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and funky chair designed by Arne Voder (Denmark) and manufactured in Holland circa 1964. Sculptural teak frame newly reupholstered in brown leather. Perfect as a desk or o...
Leather, Teak
1 Rio Rosewood & Leather Model 431 Lounge by Arne Vodder, Denmark 1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Geneva, CH
Rio Rosewood and black leather model 431 lounge chair by Arne Vodder produced by Sibast Mobler, Denmark circa late 1950s Superb quality with fine details and patina. Manufacturer lab...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder teak and leather (desk) chair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in BE
What an Elegant Chair. This chair was designed by one of Denmark's most famous designers. Arne Vodder, who designed it for manufacturer Sibast. Sibast is a respected manufacturer and...
Teak
$1,295 / set
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Carver Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and extremely well made pair of vintage Danish carver armchairs. They were designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, and they date from the 1960’s. This model is very rare, es...
Faux Leather, Cherry
Pair of Arne Vodder Side Chairs for Sibast Mobler
By Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Arne Vodder designed side chairs for Sibast Mobler. These chairs are made of rare solid rosewood and retain original black leather upholstery. Leather upholstery has some cra...
Hardwood
$1,757
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Pair of Danish Chairs Arne Vodder in Leather for Sibast Scandinavian
By Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of Scandinavian chairs from the 1960s by Swedish designer Arne Vodder edited by Sibast. Structure in solid wood, seats and backs in bl...
Leather, Wood
$6,445
H 33.47 in W 25.2 in D 22.05 in
Arne Vodder Armchair Model FD184/L Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model FD184/L designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
Brass
Arne Vodder Lounge Chair in Original Patinated Black Leather
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, lounge chair, leather, teak, Denmark, 1953 This distinct design is by Danish master Arne Vodder, and manufactured by Ivan Schlechter The exterior of...
Leather, Teak
$5,097 / set
H 31.89 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in
Arne Vodder model 430 dining chairs rosewood Sibast Mobler Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Set of six dining chairs, model 430, designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, circa 1960. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, these chairs are exemplary of Vodder’s refine...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler Armchair in Teak and Leather
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, armchair, model '430,' teak and leather, Denmark, 1960s. This dining chair is designed by the Danish designer Arne Vodder. This modest and elegant ch...
Leather, Teak
$6,547Sale Price|70% Off
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 25.2 in
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen Solid Wood Armchair, Original Black Leather Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen variant of armchair model 408 with solid frame, seat, upholstered with original black leather, appears heavily patinated. Designed around 1956 and manufactur...
Leather, Hardwood
Arne Vodder Armchair
By Arne Vodder
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare Arne Vodder armchair in solid teak with rattan seat. ca 1960s Denmark.
Teak
$2,995 / set
H 28.5 in W 28.25 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chair & Ottoman Attributed to Arne Vodder, c. 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from teak with a pleasing angular design. The set has been newly upholstered in a stunning mid century period-esque blue knit fabric. ---Dimensions--- Width: 28.25 in /...
Teak
Arne Vodder Sofa, Denmark, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark, 1950s. Beech, teak and fabric. 2 adjustable positions.
Beech
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H 41.15 in W 27.96 in D 19.69 in
Office Chair Model 419 In Rosewood & Burgundy Leather By Arne Vodder For Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Arne Vodder office chair, model 419. Rosewood and burgundy leather. Sibast, 1960s. H: 104.5 cm, W: 71 cm, D: 50 cm, SH: 50 cm. Classic Danish design. — Origin: Denmark — Designer: A...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 42.92 in W 27.96 in D 20.28 in
Office Chair Model 419 Made In Rosewood & Cognac Leather By Arne Vodder
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Office chair, Model 419 with a frame of rosewood, seat and back upholstered in cognac leather. And a five-star base of rosewood and metal, mounted on wheels. Designed by Arne Vodder ...
Leather, Rosewood
Sibast leather and teak office chair by Arne Vodder, 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This high-quality desk chair is in excellent condition. The black leather is soft and shows minimal signs of wear. The armrests, made of solid teak, are in perfect condition and have...
Leather
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H 41.34 in W 27.96 in D 19.69 in
Office Chair Model 419 Made In Rosewood & Black Leather By Arne Vodder From 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Office chair, Model 419 with rosewood frame, seat and back upholstered in black leather. As well as a five-step foot made of rosewood and metal, mounted on wheels. Designed by Arne V...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 41.34 in W 30.32 in D 30.52 in
RESTORED DANiSH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 HARDWOOD LEATHER OFFICE CHAIR
By Arne Vodder
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, fully restored Arne Vodder Model 419 for Sibast, High back black leather hardwood f...
Leather, Hardwood
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H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Danish Executive Office Chair in Leather & Rosewood by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A rare Danish executive swivel chair in leather, rosewood and steel by Arne Vodder for Sibast. It features torque-adjustable tilt recline, swivel and adjustable height. Made circa ...
Steel
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk Chair
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk Chair This chair measures: 28 wide x 22 deep x 42 inches high, with a seat height of 20.75 and arm height/chair cle...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Arne Vodder Side Chair/Desk Chair in Rosewood 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Danish modern rosewood arm chair, designed by Arne Vodder. This elegant chair has a seat, a back that pivots for comfort, and a solid rosewood sculptural frame. It could be used as a...
Fabric, Rosewood
Classic Arne Vodder Chair for Vamo Sonderborg Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and slightly sinister Arne Vodder chair for Vamo Sonderborg, made in Denmark circa 1960s. Teak and newly reupholstered in black Italian le...
Leather, Teak
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H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Arne Vodder Desk Chair for Vamo Sonderborg in Teak and Original Black Skai
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Berlin, DE
Arne Vodder desk chair for Vamo Sonderborg in Teak and Original black Skai, Denmark, 1960s. The leather is slightly damaged on one small spot of...
Faux Leather, Teak
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H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 26.78 in
Danish Rosewood and Leather Armchairs, Model 431 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchairs. Beautifully crafted furniture with an elegant, sober and airy design. Great comfort. Can be used as office or lounge chairs. This furniture was part of...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 40.16 in W 28.35 in D 23.63 in
Large Danish Rosewood and Leather Office Armchair Model 419, Arne Vodder Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian Office armchair. The backrest is swivel and the seat is height adjustable. Very high comfort. Manufacture of very good quality,...
Leather, Rosewood