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 Made by Fritz Hansen Black Leather Armchair Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Magnificent black armchair from the 1960s. Model 3330. Made by Fritz Hansen for Arne Vodder. Completely refurbished with high quality full grain leather. Metal feet. Very elegant...
Metal
One Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chair Model 422 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Signed.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Kansas City, MO
Single Brazilian rosewood dining side chair designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s, Denmark. This chair is in very good condition and re...
Upholstery, Rosewood
4 X Model 422 Rosewood Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Looking for a stunning addition to your dining room that will impress your guests and elevate your decor to the next level? Look no further than this set of 4 Model 422 Rosewood dini...
Fabric, Palisander
Arne Vodder Sibast Rosewood Console
By Arne Vodder
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Arne Vodder console buffet/table. Pallisander wood console produced by Sibast Denmark 1960s. This buffet is beautifully finished even at the ...
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Coffee Table, Danemark 1960s Modulable Danish Scandinavian
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large coffee table from Arne Vodder. Denmark 1960s Total length 150 cm, and with out extension 74cm.
Rosewood
1960s Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler / George Tanier Credenza in Teak, Model 37
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large teak credenza sideboard, Model 37, initially designed by Arne Vodder in 1960 and produced by Sibast in Denmark. This example dates to the early 1960s. The piece has a...
Teak
rare Danish Design sideboard with tambour doors by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1958
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Experience the epitome of mid-century modern luxury with the Arne Vodder rosewood sideboard with tambour doors, crafted in 1958 for Sibast Furniture. This exquisite piece is not mere...
Rosewood
$13,381 / set
Rare Pair of AV-53 Easychairs by Arne Vodder 1953
By Arne Vodder
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of model AV-53 by Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter Copenhagen. Designed in 1953. With legs in beautiful wood. Produced 1950s. All in original condition, with the Ivan Schlechter ...
Fabric, Wood
Arne Vodder Sofa for Ivan Schlechter
By Arne Vodder
Located in Dallas, TX
Arne Vodder two seater settee sofa for Ivan Schlechter. Perfectly restored in leather with down cushions.
Leather
Set of Four Dining Chairs Model Lene Made In Teak By Arne Vodder From 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four teak dining chairs, known as model "Lene", is a beautiful example of Danish furniture design from the 1960s. The chairs are upholstered in an elegant striped fabric ...
Wool, Teak
Stunning Pair of Sculptural Side Chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning pair of sculptural side chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv. Wonderful sculptural design. Superior quality and joinery. ...
Teak
Arne Vodder AV53 Sofa by Ivan Schlechter, Black Leather, Danish Design
By Ivan Schlechter, Arne Vodder
Located in Utrecht, NL
Black leather 3-seat sofa model AV53 / 3 by Arne Vodder, designed in 1953 for Ivan Schlechter, Denmark. The sofa has a slightly curved backrest that flows smoothly into the upwardl...
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Finn Juhl / Milo Baughman Tables by Jack Cartwright
By Arne Vodder
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Walnut and Brushed Steel Pair of Tables by Jack Cartwright. Model number printed on underside of one of them. Steel legs with teak-capped feet. Wood X-stretcher on each....
Wood
Armchair Model No. 341 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1970s, Set of 2
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Elegant pair of upholstered Danish lounge chairs designed in teak by Arne Vodder for Sibast. These were designated model 341 and date from the mid seventies. Armrests and legs are ma...
Wool, Teak
6 Danish chairs in Teak and Skai, new, model 418, Arne Vodder for Sibast 1960.
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Beautiful Scandinavian dining chairs. The seats have been completely reupholstered (webbing, foam, and fabric) for exceptional comfort. The design is understated and very elegant; no...
Faux Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder AV 53 New Release
By Arne Vodder, Nielaus
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian lounge chair by Arne Vodder AV 53 new release. On demand only. Delivery time: Six weeks. Available in five different c...
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Two Seats Sofa by Arne Vodder Av 53 New Release
By Arne Vodder, Nielaus
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian two seats sofa by Arne Vodder AV 53 new release. On demand only. Delivery time: 6 weeks. Available in three different ...
Fabric
Mobile Bar Trolley by Palle Pedersen & Erik Andersen for Sibast Furniture, 1965
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A simple and functional Scandinavian Modern bar cart designed by Arne Vodder. This cart features open storage and book matched rosewood drawers on castors with the black laminate top that slides open to reveal drink storage...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Armchairs by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of armchairs in rosewood by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture. Original seat in similar leather needed to be reupholstered. New upholstery on dema...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder AV 53 New Release
By Arne Vodder
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian lounge chair by Arne Vodder AV 53 new release. On demand only. Delivery time: 6 weeks. Available in three different fa...
Beech
Arne Vodder Leather Dining Chair, Mid-Century Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
Created by Danish designer Arne Vodder in the 1960s for furniture manufacturer Sibast Furniture, this chair is a wonderfully unique piece. With a stunning hardwood frame and upholste...
Leather
Enfilade en palissandre de rio, Arne Vodder, Sibast Furniture, Danemark
By Arne Vodder
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Enfilade en palissandre de rio, Arne Vodder, Meubles Sibast, Danemark, 1970. L'enfilade en palissandre de rio se compose de 4 tiroirs en ceinture e...
Palisander
Dining Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen, 1956
By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair having an exposed teak frame supporting wrapped molded seats and backs, the backs with a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjustment.
Teak, Upholstery
$6,750Sale Price|25% Off
Arne Vodder Dining Table Model 201 by Sibast Møbelfarbik, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Aachen, NW
Fine and rare dining table Model 201 by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobelfabrik. The table was made and designed in Denmark in the 1960s. Very nice example with a wonderful veneer. ...
Wood
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
Swiveling Bar Stool by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak barstool with a leather swivel seat.
Leather, Teak
Model No. 204 by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler, Danemark, 1955
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Model No. 204 by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler, Danemark, 1955 Measures: W :119 to 218xm.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve/ Credenza by Arne Vodder, Scandinavian, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden shelve/ credenza by Arne Vodder, Scandinavian, 1960s.
Wool
Dining Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen, 1956
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair having an exposed solid Bangkok teak frame supporting a wrapped molded seat and back, the back having a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjust...
Teak