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Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Danish, 1919-1989

Throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, Arne Hovmand-Olsen created furnishings that boasted all of the alluring qualities now associated with vintage Scandinavian modern design. The esteemed Danish designer favored high-quality teak, oak and rosewood for his sideboards, chairs and dining tables. Elsewhere, Hovmand-Olsen’s side tables and credenzas feature elegant organic curves and tapered legs, while his graceful armchairs and dining chairs are characterized by slender frames and sculptural seat backs.

From an early age Hovmand-Olsen showed an interest in drawing and an aptitude for design. In 1938, he began his apprenticeship as a cabinetmaker under Peder Olsen Sibast, the founder of Sibast furniture company. Owing largely to the creative direction of Peder’s son, designer Helge Sibast, during the mid-century era, the manufacturer is internationally revered today for its wide range of sleek and collectible modern furniture. 

In 1941, Hovmand-Olsen enrolled in a technical school to study furniture design, and opened his own workshop shortly after graduating. He created a range of furnishings for such notable manufacturers as Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Elven Geertsen and Jutex. He found success in Denmark, but attained even greater notability when he began selling his work in America.

Mid-century-era design from this region of the world — including objects like Arne Jacobsen’s Egg chair, Alvar Aalto’s undulating Savoy vase and Tapio Wirkkala’s leaf-shaped birch-laminate tray — took off in the States after the Second World War, when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers.  

Hovmand-Olsen closed his workshop during the 1970s. Today his work is widely collected by enthusiasts of mid-century Scandinavian modern furniture.

Find vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen seating, tables, storage pieces and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Arne Hovmand - Olsen Teak Credenza / Server Denmark
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted teak wood credenza / server fashioned by the early cabinetmakers in Denmark with exceptional wood graining the doors . Sculptural pulls to the fronts of the four...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Danish Teakwood Corner Cabinet by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Skovmand and Andersen
By Dyrlund, Johannes Andersen, Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Skovmand and Andersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful Danish teak corner cabinet from the 1960s. The high-quality workmanship and the elegant design make the corner cabinet a real favourite. Design: Arne Hovmand...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Teak

Scandinavian wall mounted flip top teak desk with 3 drawers Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A wall mounted teak flip-top desk with a black laminate writing surface over 3 drawers. It's in very good vintage condition without stains or major flaws. Designed and made by Arne H...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Secretary Desk by Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century secretary desk designed by Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. Crafted from rich teak, the desk showcases exceptional craftsmanship with its warm, beautifully grained wood and...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Teak

Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Freestanding Shelf Unit or Room Divider with Drop Down Secretary Desk or Bar Cabinet. 41w 14d 79h
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Arne Hovmand Olsen Vanity / Secretary in Teak with Etched Glass Doors
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Hovmand Olsen Manufacturer: Linnebjerg Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, Glass Measurements: 39.5" wide x 21.5" deep x 33" tall Condition: In excelle...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Danish Teak Sideboard by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold 1960.
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sideboard that can be used as a Sideboard because it is veneered in teak on its rear side. 4 sliding doors, the left door opens onto 6 interior drawers, the two ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Arne Hovmand-olsen case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Arne Hovmand-Olsen case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Hovmand-Olsen case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by Arne Hovmand-Olsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider case pieces and storage cabinets by Poul Jeppesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, and Royal System. Prices for Arne Hovmand-Olsen case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,837 and can go as high as $13,359, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,116.

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