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Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk
Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

$8,900

H 34 in W 57 in D 29 in

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Toledo, OH

Arne Vodder rosewood desk. circa 1960s. Rosewood writing desk with a hinged fliptop to convert the

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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder
Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder

Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder

$8,947

H 28.55 in W 98.04 in D 41.34 in

Presidential Executive teak desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brussels, BE

Elevate your workspace with this iconic presidential executive desk designed by Arne Vodder

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s desk, Arne Vodder
1960s desk, Arne Vodder

1960s desk, Arne Vodder

$3,244

H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

1960s desk, Arne Vodder

By G.V. Møbler, Arne Vodder

Located in Neuss, NW

Classic freestanding desk from the 1960s by Arne Vodder. High-quality corpus in oak veneer with

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Free-standing Danish Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arne Vodder, Denmark
Exquisite Free-standing Danish Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arne Vodder, Denmark

Exquisite Free-standing Danish Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arne Vodder, Denmark

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Voorburg, NL

Exquisite Danish Free-Standing Desk in teak. Designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Denmark

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Desk Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Arne Vodder Desk Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark

Arne Vodder Desk Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare freestanding desk designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder
Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder

Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder

$3,480Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 47.25 in D 23.75 in

Mid Century Danish Drop Leaf Expanding Desk Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Baltimore, MD

leaf desk by Arne Vodder (1926-2009) designed for Sibast Mobler in Denmark, features a drop leaf frame

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Office desk model 209 by Arne vodder fo Sibast- 1960s
Office desk model 209 by Arne vodder fo Sibast- 1960s

Office desk model 209 by Arne vodder fo Sibast- 1960s

$8,219

H 28.35 in W 79.93 in D 35.44 in

Office desk model 209 by Arne vodder fo Sibast- 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Uccle, Bruxelles

Magnificent Model 209 desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in the 1960s. This L-shaped desk

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Berlin Iron

Mid-Century Modern Solid Wooden Desk Designed by Arne Vodder Boomerang
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wooden Desk Designed by Arne Vodder Boomerang

Mid-Century Modern Solid Wooden Desk Designed by Arne Vodder Boomerang

By Arne Vodder

Located in Ibiza, Spain

The Boomerang desk, designed by Arne Vodder in Denmark during the 1960s, showcases a solid teak

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Arne Vodder Reverse Boomerang Executive Desk in Teak with Dry Bar
Arne Vodder Reverse Boomerang Executive Desk in Teak with Dry Bar

Arne Vodder Reverse Boomerang Executive Desk in Teak with Dry Bar

By Arne Vodder

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Vodder Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Large Fully Restored Arne Vodder Executive Desk in Teak by Sibast
1960s Large Fully Restored Arne Vodder Executive Desk in Teak by Sibast

1960s Large Fully Restored Arne Vodder Executive Desk in Teak by Sibast

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Knebel, DK

1960s large fully restored executive desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

DANISH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 & 223 HARDWOOD LEATHER DESK & ARMCHAiR
DANISH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 & 223 HARDWOOD LEATHER DESK & ARMCHAiR

DANISH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 & 223 HARDWOOD LEATHER DESK & ARMCHAiR

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, super rare and highly collectable, Arne Vodder Model 419 for Sibast, High back, black leather Rosewood

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Desk in the style of Finn Juhl & Arne Vodder Produced in Denmark
Desk in the style of Finn Juhl & Arne Vodder Produced in Denmark

Desk in the style of Finn Juhl & Arne Vodder Produced in Denmark

By Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare freestanding desk in the style of Finn Juhl & Arne Vodder. Produced in Denmark. Measures

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen
Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen

Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen

By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A rare and refined mid-century Danish executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

stunning Danish modern rosewood L-shaped desk designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark in the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Scandinavian Danish desk in teak
Scandinavian Danish desk in teak

Scandinavian Danish desk in teak

$3,519

H 28.75 in W 66.93 in D 32.49 in

Scandinavian Danish desk in teak

By Arne Vodder

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Danish desk from the 60s in the taste of Arne Vodder's work. Structure in solid wood and veneer

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder
Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.5 in W 74.5 in D 27 in

Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Spectacular Danish modern floating writing desk manufactured by Arne Vodder, and original from the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Ingenius Design with Sliding Drawer Box
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Ingenius Design with Sliding Drawer Box

Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk Ingenius Design with Sliding Drawer Box

By Arne Vodder

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Desk, attributed to Arne Vodder, Denmark, circa 1960s. It has an

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak, Wood

Denmark 1960’s Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Attributed to Arne Vodder
Denmark 1960’s Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Attributed to Arne Vodder

Denmark 1960’s Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Attributed to Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful Danish writing desk original from the 1960’s. This is an attributed to Arne Vodder, it

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Roll Top Desk, Dresser or Cabinet in Teak

By Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

plenty of storage space. In the style of: Finn Juhl or Arne Vodder.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

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Fine Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk for Sibast Furniture, Denmark, 1960s
Fine Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk for Sibast Furniture, Denmark, 1960s

Fine Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk for Sibast Furniture, Denmark, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Handewitt, DE

Big Arne Vodder writing desk in rosewood. Manufactured by Helge Sibast (Sibast Furniture Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Arne Vodder Vintage Desk, Denmark 1960s
Arne Vodder Vintage Desk, Denmark 1960s

Arne Vodder Vintage Desk, Denmark 1960s

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 57.09 in D 29.53 in

Arne Vodder Vintage Desk, Denmark 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

Danish freestanding desk by Arne Vodder. Made in Denmark during 1960s. Painted in black colour

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder
Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder

Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder

Unavailable

H 27.96 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in

Scandinavian Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Noiseau, FR

Beautiful Scandinavian rosewood desk by Rio de Arne Vodder, for Sigh & Sons, Mobelfabrik

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Arne Vodder BO 85 Desk for Bovirke
Arne Vodder BO 85 Desk for Bovirke

Arne Vodder BO 85 Desk for Bovirke

Unavailable

H 29.14 in W 61.42 in D 45.28 in

Arne Vodder BO 85 Desk for Bovirke

By Arne Vodder

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rare desk model BO 85 designed in 1952 by Arne Vodder for Bovirke, Denmark. Teak and oak wood with

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak by Arne Vodder
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak by Arne Vodder

Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak by Arne Vodder

Unavailable

H 28.5 in W 47 in D 27 in

Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Desk in Teak by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in San Diego, CA

Danish Modern teak desk by Arne Vodder. Has a drop-leaf and finished back with storage. The three

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Desk OS60 by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1959 Teak
Danish Modern Desk OS60 by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1959 Teak

Danish Modern Desk OS60 by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1959 Teak

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 68.9 in D 27.96 in

Danish Modern Desk OS60 by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1959 Teak

By Arne Vodder

Located in Munster, DE

Desk "OS60" by Arne Vodder for Sibast. This desk was made in Denmark around 1959 with excellent

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk and Sideboard Made by Sibast, circa 1960
Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk and Sideboard Made by Sibast, circa 1960

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk and Sideboard Made by Sibast, circa 1960

By Arne Vodder

Located in London, GB

This edition of Arne Vodder's desk with sideboard can be identified as an early example by the

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Danish Teak Desk from the 1960s in the Manner of Arne Vodder
Danish Teak Desk from the 1960s in the Manner of Arne Vodder

Danish Teak Desk from the 1960s in the Manner of Arne Vodder

Unavailable

H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in

Danish Teak Desk from the 1960s in the Manner of Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Cologne, DE

Small Danish writing desk in the manner of Arne Vodder. Interesting model, which stands out for

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Gv Møbler, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Gv Møbler, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Gv Møbler, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Basel, CH

This large desk was designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s and manufactured by GV Møbler, Denmark

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Danish Modern Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s

Danish Modern Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 80.32 in D 35.44 in

Danish Modern Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Zagreb, HR

Model 207 desk by Arne Vodder is a well known classic of Danish Modern furniture and highly sought

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960
Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

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H 28.75 in W 80.32 in D 88.59 in

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Mid Century Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder, showcasing the elegance and functionalism that

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Executive Rosewood Danish Great Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Executive Rosewood Danish Great Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s

Executive Rosewood Danish Great Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Warsaw, PL

This desk was designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in Denmark during the 1960s. The desk is made from

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Scandinavian Design Table In Teak by Arne Vodder
Scandinavian Design Table In Teak by Arne Vodder

Scandinavian Design Table In Teak by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Work table without casette in teak. Folding table which slides to extend. Designed by Arne Vodder

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast, 1955 - Danish, Mid Century
Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast, 1955 - Danish, Mid Century

Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast, 1955 - Danish, Mid Century

By Arne Vodder, Helge Sibast

Located in Houston, TX

Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast, circa 1955. This desk has three storage

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Teak Wood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
1960s Teak Wood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

1960s Teak Wood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

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H 28.75 in W 60.63 in D 29.5 in

1960s Teak Wood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen

Located in Media, PA

A beautiful teakwood executive desk by Arne Vodder, complete with a bookshelf and locking bar

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

20th Century Arne Vodder Styled Writing Table
20th Century Arne Vodder Styled Writing Table

20th Century Arne Vodder Styled Writing Table

Unavailable

H 29.34 in W 60.83 in D 29.34 in

20th Century Arne Vodder Styled Writing Table

Located in Valby, DK

Beautiful midcentury writing table. The style is very inspired of Arne Vodder. Perfect for use in

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Teak Desk
Mid Century Teak Desk

Mid Century Teak Desk

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H 30 in W 57 in D 28 in

Mid Century Teak Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century teak desk designed by Arne Vodder. Six drawers serve the seated side with additional

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20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Sycamore, Teak

Beautiful Scandinavian Desk, Denmark, 1960
Beautiful Scandinavian Desk, Denmark, 1960

Beautiful Scandinavian Desk, Denmark, 1960

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H 29.14 in W 60.63 in D 29.14 in

Beautiful Scandinavian Desk, Denmark, 1960

By Arne Vodder

Located in Megeve, FR

Beautiful Scandinavian desk, Denmark, 1960. Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Apartment sized Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak DESK, c. 1960's
Apartment sized Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak DESK, c. 1960's

Apartment sized Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak DESK, c. 1960's

By Arne Vodder

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Beautifully scaled Mid Century Modern Danish teak desk c. 1960s, ideal for apartment living or any

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder 1970s Brown Writing Desk Sideboard Teak Sibast
Arne Vodder 1970s Brown Writing Desk Sideboard Teak Sibast

Arne Vodder 1970s Brown Writing Desk Sideboard Teak Sibast

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H 28.75 in W 80.32 in D 35.44 in

Arne Vodder 1970s Brown Writing Desk Sideboard Teak Sibast

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

Danish designer Arne Vodder, made in the Sibast manufacture. Desk finished with teak veneer, legs made of

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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-century teak desk, The Netherlands 1960's
Mid-century teak desk, The Netherlands 1960's

Mid-century teak desk, The Netherlands 1960's

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H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in

Mid-century teak desk, The Netherlands 1960's

By WéBé, Arne Vodder

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Teak veneer desk with drawers which can be locked. The top has been sand and laquered

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark
Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark

Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark

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H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.93 in

Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk, 1960s, Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Nyborg, DK

Executive desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in the 1960s. Arne Vodder was one of the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Splendid Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk Designed by Arne Vodder
Splendid Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk Designed by Arne Vodder

Splendid Danish Modern Rosewood Executive Desk Designed by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Rosewood desk by Arne Vodder Sibast, circa 1960. Five drawers plus shelving at the front of the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Arne Vodder Writing Desk
Arne Vodder Writing Desk

Arne Vodder Writing Desk

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H 28.5 in W 52 in D 24.5 in

Arne Vodder Writing Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This writing is desk was designed by Arne Vodder, we believe it was manufactured around the 1950's

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Teak Writing Desk
Arne Vodder Teak Writing Desk

Arne Vodder Teak Writing Desk

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H 28.5 in W 57 in D 29.5 in

Arne Vodder Teak Writing Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Berkeley, CA

This Danish modern desk in teak was designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s and offers a large working

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Arne Vodder Palisander Writing Desk
1960s Arne Vodder Palisander Writing Desk

1960s Arne Vodder Palisander Writing Desk

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H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in

1960s Arne Vodder Palisander Writing Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Praha, CZ

Very good condition. Carefully refurbished.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander

Arne Vodder Petit Teak Writing Table Desk
Arne Vodder Petit Teak Writing Table Desk

Arne Vodder Petit Teak Writing Table Desk

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H 29.75 in W 42 in D 18 in

Arne Vodder Petit Teak Writing Table Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Miami, FL

Warm and beautifully figured teak highlights this compact Danish desk by Arne Vodder featuring a

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk

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H 29.5 in W 59.25 in D 20.25 in

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Writing Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sweet little teak desk with top extension. The extension flips up and slides to the right to make a

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for GV Møbler, 1960s
Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for GV Møbler, 1960s

Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for GV Møbler, 1960s

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H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for GV Møbler, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in The Hague, NL

This desk was designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s and manufactured by GV Møbler, Denmark. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Arne Vodder Free Standing Palisander Writing Desk, Denmark
1960s Arne Vodder Free Standing Palisander Writing Desk, Denmark

1960s Arne Vodder Free Standing Palisander Writing Desk, Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Praha, CZ

- Exceptional piece - Carefully refurbished - There is missing of one bit of left upper drawer grip however remain fully functional.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander

Danish Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder with Sliding Drawers
Danish Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder with Sliding Drawers

Danish Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder with Sliding Drawers

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, functional, and full of mid-century charm—this Danish teak writing desk by Arne Vodder is

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Desk by Arne Vodder - Denmark
Desk by Arne Vodder - Denmark

Desk by Arne Vodder - Denmark

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H 28.35 in W 70.48 in D 31.11 in

Desk by Arne Vodder - Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brussels, BE

Desk by Arne Vodder - Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder
Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

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H 29 in W 51 in L 29 in

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a great desk by Arne Vodder. Perfect for your home office!

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder
Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

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H 29 in W 51 in L 29 in

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a great desk by Arne Vodder. Perfect for your home office!

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1950s Desk by Arne Vodder
1950s Desk by Arne Vodder

1950s Desk by Arne Vodder

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H 28.75 in W 61.03 in D 28.75 in

1950s Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Lejre, DK

Great looking desk in teak designed by Maa. Arne Vodder and made by Sibast Furniture, Denmark in

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Desk
Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Desk

Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Desk

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H 29 in W 47.25 in D 27.5 in

Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptionally modular teak desk by Arne Vodder. The single drawer stack has three drawers with

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Executive Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960s
Executive Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960s

Executive Teak Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in London, GB

Executive Writing desk in Teak wood by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Model 509, 1960s This right angle

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Mid-20th Century Danish Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s
Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s

Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s

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H 28.15 in W 45.28 in D 29.53 in

Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden desk with 3 drawers. Stamped on the bottom of one drawer. Wear due to time and age of the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk
Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

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H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in London, GB

A lovely example of Arne Vodder design for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960. Beautifully coloured

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Desk By Arne Vodder - Denmark 1960s
Desk By Arne Vodder - Denmark 1960s

Desk By Arne Vodder - Denmark 1960s

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H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 66.54 in

Desk By Arne Vodder - Denmark 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brussels, BE

Desk By Arne Vodder - Denmark 1960s

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk, Sibast
Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk, Sibast

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk, Sibast

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H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in

Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk, Sibast

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in London, GB

A lovely example of an Arne Vodder design for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960. Beautifully colored

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast
Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast

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H 28.5 in W 70.5 in D 66 in

Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast

By Arne Vodder

Located in Dallas, TX

A teak desk with return designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast. Featuring original painted drawers and

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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Large desk designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark.
Large desk designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark.

Large desk designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark.

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H 28.35 in W 97.64 in D 40.95 in

Large desk designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark.

By Arne Vodder

Located in København K, DK

Rare and huge teak desk designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Furniture, Fyn, Denmark

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Stunning Arne Vodder Teak Danish Executive Desk
Stunning Arne Vodder Teak Danish Executive Desk

Stunning Arne Vodder Teak Danish Executive Desk

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H 28.75 in W 65 in D 31.5 in

Stunning Arne Vodder Teak Danish Executive Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Houston, TX

Elegant executive desk by Arne Vodder. Desk has wonderful clean lines with unexpected details-a

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Arne Vodder
Danish Modern Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

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H 28.5 in W 28.5 in D 68.75 in

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This desk is a Danish midcentury original designed by Arne Vodder. A wide and cantilevered top that

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Executive Desk for Sibast Furniture
Arne Vodder Executive Desk for Sibast Furniture

Arne Vodder Executive Desk for Sibast Furniture

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H 28.25 in W 31.5 in D 0.25 in

Arne Vodder Executive Desk for Sibast Furniture

By Arne Vodder

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare Executive writing desk designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast furniture in Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Arne Vodder Danish Midcentury Teak Executive Desk
Arne Vodder Danish Midcentury Teak Executive Desk

Arne Vodder Danish Midcentury Teak Executive Desk

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H 28.75 in W 58.75 in D 32.25 in

Arne Vodder Danish Midcentury Teak Executive Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in Norwalk, CT

A rare and exceptional Danish midcentury double sided executive desk designed by Arne Vodder, c

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Danish Desk/Arne Vodder Style Desk/Midcentury Teak Desk
1960s Danish Desk/Arne Vodder Style Desk/Midcentury Teak Desk

1960s Danish Desk/Arne Vodder Style Desk/Midcentury Teak Desk

By Arne Vodder

Located in London, Lambeth

Nice compact writing desk with extendable leaf and inter changeable storage draws. At the back of

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Desk by Arne Vodder for Mobelfabrik, 1960s
Desk by Arne Vodder for Mobelfabrik, 1960s

Desk by Arne Vodder for Mobelfabrik, 1960s

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H 29.53 in W 64.97 in D 31.89 in

Desk by Arne Vodder for Mobelfabrik, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden desk with 5 drawers. Wear due to time and age of the desk.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Large Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder
Large Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder

Large Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder

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H 27.96 in W 80.71 in D 64.97 in

Large Rosewood Executive Desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Munich, DE

sideboard could be used without desk. rare and early seagrass version. table : 205cm x 90xm

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Arne Vodder Wood Drawers Sideboard Desk, Denmark, 1960
Arne Vodder Wood Drawers Sideboard Desk, Denmark, 1960

Arne Vodder Wood Drawers Sideboard Desk, Denmark, 1960

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H 28.75 in W 80.71 in D 37.41 in

Arne Vodder Wood Drawers Sideboard Desk, Denmark, 1960

By Arne Vodder

Located in Madrid, ES

Desk designed by Arne Vodder (1926-2009), made in mahogany. Writing table with drawers and

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Model "207"  Rosewood Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960
Model "207"  Rosewood Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960

Model "207" Rosewood Writing Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Renens, CH

Model "207" writing desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960 High quality desk designed by

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Rosewood

Model BO 85 - Freestanding desk by Arne Vodder
Model BO 85 - Freestanding desk by Arne Vodder

Model BO 85 - Freestanding desk by Arne Vodder

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H 28.35 in W 61.03 in D 61.03 in

Model BO 85 - Freestanding desk by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Copenhagen, DK

. 1950s. Arne Vodder / Bovirke

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Rosewood Desk, Designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
Rosewood Desk, Designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s

Rosewood Desk, Designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s

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H 28.35 in W 59.06 in L 28.35 in

Rosewood Desk, Designed by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Chorzów, PL

The desk comes from Denmark from the 1960s and 1970s. Design: Arne Vodder Classic Danish design

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Very Rare Desk, "BO52" Designed by Arne Vodder
Very Rare Desk, "BO52" Designed by Arne Vodder

Very Rare Desk, "BO52" Designed by Arne Vodder

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H 27.96 in W 64.97 in D 44.49 in

Very Rare Desk, "BO52" Designed by Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Munich, DE

designed by arne vodder in 1952 and made by bovirke.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk, 1960s
Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk, 1960s

Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk, 1960s

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H 28.75 in W 54.34 in D 28.35 in

Danish Modern Arne Vodder Style Teak Desk, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

. Slim tapered legs, 6 drawers with a design that reminds us of Arne Vodder's designs, and a teak

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

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Arne Vodder Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal arne vodder writing desk for your home. Each arne vodder writing desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect arne vodder writing desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each arne vodder writing desk bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Arne Vodder, Sibast and H.P. Hansen each produced at least one beautiful arne vodder writing desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Arne Vodder Writing Desk?

The average selling price for a arne vodder writing desk at 1stDibs is $4,206, while they’re typically $1,050 on the low end and $24,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.