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.
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Dressing Table Vanity Dresser
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Dressing Table Vanity Dresser This vanity measures: 33.75 wide x 18 deep x 29.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wea...
Mirror, Teak
$2,300
H 26.25 in W 59.5 in D 16 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Vanity, Console Table or Low Profile Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This piece features all teak wood construction with generous storage and a unique bowed front. A very versatile piece f...
Teak
1960s Fully Restored Danish Teak Dressing, Vanity Table
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish teak dressing - vanity table from the 1960s. The vanity table features a large adjustable mirror, an original black glass table top and 5 spacious drawers with room for wha...
Teak
$6,495
H 28.5 in W 41.75 in D 113.75 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 227 Expanding Danish Teak Dining Table, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler in the 1960s, the Model 227 is among the most ingenious expansion systems to emerge from the golden age of Danish cabinetmaking, and this ex...
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Teak Vanity Dresser, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Teak Vanity Dresser, 1960s. Beautiful and multi functional chest of drawers with vanity mirror made by unknown cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1960s. Versatile Sc...
Teak
Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Furniture in the 1960s. The desk features a large work surface and a classic Danish design from the period. — Origin...
Rosewood
$3,500
H 33.5 in W 39.25 in D 18 in
Mid Century Danish Teak Dresser Vanity Desk Combo by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This Danish modern dresser–vanity features classic mid-century lines in warm teak with tapered legs and recessed pulls. The center drop-front opens to create a vanity or desk surface...
Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast, Attr. Walnut and Brushed Stainless Steel Dining Table
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Chicago, IL
Fantastic small dining table attributed to Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark. Walnut top, X-form stretchers and sabots. Brushed stainless steel legs make for an unusual and eye-catchin...
Stainless Steel
Mid century Danish rosewood dining table by Sibast - Arne Vodder
By Sibast
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century 1960's Danish rosewood dining table made by Sibast, attributed to Arne Vodder - table top has similar angular profile with the edging trim as the model 201 dini...
Rosewood
Danish Modern Teak Vanity Table with Mirror, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant vanity table in teak, produced in Denmark during the 1960s. The design features slender proportions, clean lines, and a practical storage compartment, making it both function...
Teak
$11,298
H 28.35 in W 118.12 in D 48.82 in
Arne Vodder oval dining table model 212 in rosewood Sibast Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Arne Vodder Model 212 oval dining table in rosewood, produced by Sibast Møbler, Denmark 1960s. A beautifully proportioned and highly versatile Danish dining table, combining an elega...
Santos Rosewood
$1,448
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk /Vanity Table/ Cabinet, 1960's, Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern period vanity or make up table also useable as a desk made in Denmark, 1960. Teak veneer wood with solid teak handles and feet. Four drawers and mirror when you ...
Mirror, Teak
$3,675Sale Price|24% Off
H 28.25 in W 30.75 in D 41.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 227 Drop Leaf Danish Teak Dining Table, Ca. 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Peabody, MA
Danish teak drop leaf dining table by Arne Vodder, Model #227 for Sibast. Supports a variety of configurations. Includes two additional 22" skirted leaves. When both are inserted, a...
Teak
Arne Vodder Dressing Table in Teak
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder, vanity table, teak, glass, metal, Denmark, 1950s This refined, delicate dressing table is designed by Arne Vodder. Two V-shaped tapered legs on the side lift up the dra...
Mirror, Teak
Arne Vodder Dressing Table in Rosewood
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder, dressing table, rosewood, mirror, Denmark, 1950s. This refined, delicate dressing table is designed by Arne Vodder. The piece features the quintessential bow tie grip...
Mirror, Wood
Arne Vodder Danish Rosewood Vanity Chest, Circa 1960's
By Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder
Located in Norwalk, CT
This attractive little dressing table was designed by Arne Vodder, an iconic Danish designer known for his mid century creations. This vanity was produced by Olholm Mobelfabrik somet...
Glass, Teak
Arne Vodder Vanity Table, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Vodder vanity table in teak. Mirror and drawers. Made in the 1960s.
Mirror, Teak
Arne Vodder Vanity Table, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Vodder vanity table in teak. Mirror and drawers. Made in the 1960s.
Mirror, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Vanity / Dressing Table by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Chorzów, PL
Rosewood vanity designed by Arne Vodder, one of the finest Danish modern furniture designers. Original mirror, Classic style typical to Arne ...
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Vanity / Dressing Table by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Chorzów, PL
Rosewood vanity designed by Arne Vodder, one of the finest Danish modern furniture designers. Original mirror, Classic style typical to Arne ...
Rosewood
Sold
H 41.34 in W 30.32 in D 13.78 in
Midcentury Dressing, Make Up Table by Arne Vodder, 1950s, Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in The Hague, NL
Elegant and just beautiful Danish design dressing- make up table designed by Arne Vodder in 1950s period, Denmark. The piece features the quintessential bow tie grips on the top a...
Mirror, Teak
Danish Midcentury Vanity Unit by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Danish midcentury Arne Vodder vanity unit. This is a superb piece of Scandinavian 20th century design furniture. Black glass surface and adjustable ...
Glass, Mirror, Hardwood
Danish Midcentury Vanity Unit by Arne Vodder.
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Danish midcentury Arne Vodder vanity unit. This is a superb piece of Scandinavian 20th century design furniture. Black glass surface and adjustable ...
Glass, Mirror, Hardwood
Petite Danish Modern Teak Mirrored Vanity By Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Ølholm Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite, Danish modern, teak vanity, dressing table by Arne Vodder for Ølholm Møebelfabrik features compass legs, black glass top and tilt...
Glass, Mirror, Teak
Sold
H 50.4 in W 31.5 in D 15.56 in
Dressing Table by Arne Vodder for N.C. Mobler veneered in Pau Ferro
By NC Möbler, Arne Vodder
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice little dressing table with adjustable mirror, on two drawer base, the right hand drawer concealing a well for make up. All in very nice original condition.