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Arne Vodder Teak Bookcase

Danish Vintage Arne Vodder Teak Double Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Renens, CH
A set of two identical bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and executed by Sibast, Denmark. Our
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Arne Vodder & Anton Borg Bookcase Produced by Vamo in Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Anton Borg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding bookcase designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg. Produced by Vamo in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Handsome Danish Modern Teak Desk, Bookcase Front after Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Handsome Danish modern teak desk, bookcase front after Arne Vodder. Wonderful design. top featuring
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Teak

Arne Vodder Executive Teak Desk for Sibast Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Cincinnati, OH
space . Designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Denmark and still retains the manufactures ink stamp to the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Slim Rosewood Bookcase with Lower Bar Unit with Key
By Arne Vodder
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-century Rosewood wood wide and bookcase with 6 adjustable shelves and a lower right locking bar
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Floating Teak Desk Bookcase File Drawer Key Mint!
By Arne Vodder
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern floating teak desk bookcase file drawer key MINT! Super clean!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Borge Mogensen Dresser with Bookcases, Soborg Denmark, 1960 Mid Century
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Round Rock, TX
, rustic, Danish or Scandinavian modern or contemporary interior. Similar designs by Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs
By Lovig Dansk, Arne Vodder
Located in Madison, WI
Fantastic, minimalist Original Danish Teak Mid Century Credenza piece that is just the perfect size
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

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Stamped 1961 Danish Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Mobelfabrik Desk
By Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Lovig Dansk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Mid-Century Modern circa 1961 Peter Lovig Danish Teak bookcase back desk designed for Hedensted Mobelfabrik An iconic desig...
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Pair of Bookcases in Rosewood by Mogens Koch, Danish Design, Mid-Century, 1950s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair bookcases in rosewood designed by Mogens Koch. Provenance: Specially designed for the silversmith F. Hingelberg's showroom in Aarhus, Denmark.
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Mogens Koch Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch bookcases in Mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
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Josef Frank Bookshelf, Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
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Located in Los Gatos, CA
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Arne Vodder Midcentury Freestanding Teak Desk, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Warsaw, PL
Freestanding writing desk designed by Arne Vodder Nice rich colour teak veneer with solid teak
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Danish Design Arne Vodder Teak Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Renens, CH
A set of two bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and executed by Sibast Denmark. Our version is made
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Danish Teak Bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibat, 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb closed Scandinavian library. Composed of two large sliding doors that open onto 2 x 4 height-adjustable shelves. Very functional piece of furniture, superb design and good qua...
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By Arne Vodder
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Bookcase with tambour doors cabinet by Arne Vodder for Bovirke. Teak & oak. Nice refinished
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Arne Vodder & Anton Borg Freestanding Bookcase by Vamo in Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Anton Borg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
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these doors to the left or right to reveal the interior space. The column of Arne Vodder style felt
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By Arne Vodder, Anton Borg, Vamo Møbelfabrik
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Located in Praha, CZ
Very practical desk.
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Arne Vodder Desk in Teak Wood by Vamo Sønderborg in Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare freestanding desk designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by Vamo Sønderborg in Denmark., retains
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Danish Teak Desk with Front Bookcase
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Danish Teak Desk with Front Bookcase
Danish Teak Desk with Front Bookcase
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Located in BROOKLYN, NY
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Midcentury Teak Bookcase or Credenza
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Erik Brouer Executive Teak Desk with Bookcase for Brouer Møbelfabrik
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Danish Teak Desk with Bookcase in the Style of Vodder & Kai Kristiansen
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Arne Vodder Teak Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the arne vodder teak bookcase you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A arne vodder teak bookcase — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a arne vodder teak bookcase — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each arne vodder teak bookcase bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one arne vodder teak bookcase that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arne Vodder, Anton Borg and Sibast produced versions that are worth a look.

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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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