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.
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Arne Vodder Leather Dining Chair
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
Arne Vodder for Kircodan Danish Teak and Cognac Leather Lounge Chair 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Angelo, TX
This teak framed lounge chair of Danish origin from the 1950s is organically shaped and is signed by Arne Vodder for Kircodan. The wooden frame is based on curved lines and round edg...
Leather, Wood, Teak
Arne vodder rosewood chair original condition
By Arne Vodder
Located in Egå, DK
ARNE VODDER (Denmark, 1926-2009) for Sibast. Chair with armrests. Design from the 1960s. In rosewood and black leather upholstery. Measurements: 79 x 60 x 50 cm; 45 cm (seat height)....
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder Two Drawer Rosewood Chest of Drawers.
By Arne Vodder
Located in Chicago, IL
Rosewood low chest of drawers with rosewood pulls by Arne Vodder. Beautiful wood grain and color make this a very desirable piece of furniture.
Rosewood
1950s Arne Vodder Sofa FD161 France & Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder
Located in Handewitt, DE
Arne Vodder Sofa, model FD161 for France & Daverkosen Denmark, c.1950. 2-seater. On the armrests with beautiful detail. Original cushions and fabric. ...
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Heirloom Credenza / Cabinet Attributed to Arne Vodder, Denmark, c. 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite heirloom cabinet, credenza, buffet, or media center attributed to the renowned designer Arne Vodder. This piece showcases design featur...
Teak
Arne Vodder Sled Leg Sideboard for Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning sled leg teak server by Arne Vodder for Sibast features five center drawers and sliding doors enclosing adjustable shelves. Ideal buffet sideboa...
Teak
Set of Four Dining Room Chairs in Rosewood by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of four dining room chairs designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured in rosewood with light fabric from the 1960s is a remarkable representation of mid-century modern design tha...
Fabric, Rosewood
Mid-Century bar Cart by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century bar Cart by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Wood
Pair of Arne Vodder Model 418 Armchairs, 1960s Danish Mid Century Teak Chairs
By Arne Vodder
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Armchairs by Arne Vodder — Model 418 for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s Price is for the pair (2 chairs). Elegant Danish mid-century armchairs designed by Arne Vodder and produced b...
Teak
1960s Pair of Arne Vodder 431 Armchairs by Sibast Mobler, Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Praha, CZ
- Goog original condition with minor signs of use - Made of solid palisander wood - Armrests 61cm
Wood, Palisander
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Two Seats Sofa by Arne Vodder Av 53 New Release
By Nielaus, Arne Vodder
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
Set of 4 Arne Vodder Armchairs for Sibast Møbler, 1960s, Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 4 Arne Vodder Armchairs for Sibast Møbler, 1960s, Denmark This elegant set of four armchairs was designed by renowned Danish architect and designer Arne Vodder for Sibast Møb...
Leather, Hardwood, Oak
rare Danish Design sideboard with tambour doors by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1958
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
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
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
DANISH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 & 223 HARDWOOD LEATHER DESK & ARMCHAiR
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, super rare and highly collectable, Arne Vodder Model 419 for Sibast, High back, bla...
Leather, Hardwood
Arne Vodder set of 3 Armchairs in Rosewood and Leather mod. 431, Denmark, 1960's
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of 3 Armchairs in solid brazilian Rosewood and Leather by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960's Marked Original cushioning. Leather still in good shape. A bit cracked but sti...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Wood
60s 70s Sideboard Highboard Teak Arne Vodder Sibast Model 54 Design 60s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s sideboard highboard teak Arne Vodder Sibast model 54 design 60s Object: high board Manufacturer: Sibast Condition: good Age: around ...
Teak
Arnie Vodder for George Tanier Mid Century Danish Walnut Loveseat
By George Tanier, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for George Tanier mid century Danish walnut loveseat This loveseat measures: 89.5 wide x 27 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat hei...
Upholstery, Walnut
Stunning Pair of Sculptural Side Chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning pair of sculptural side chairs, Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Pv. Wonderful sculptural design. Superior quality and joinery. ...
Teak
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
Arne Vodder Coffee Table, Danemark 1960s Modulable Danish Scandinavian
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large coffee table from Arne Vodder. Denmark 1960s Total length 150 cm, and with out extension 74cm.
Rosewood
Set of Four Arne Vodder Hardwood and Black Leather Chairs
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of four Arne Vodder hardwood chairs, model 462. Seat and back upholstered in black leather with some patina from age and use. Manufactured in Denmark by Sibast Furniture. The cha...
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard Model 37 by Arne Vodder, Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard Model 37 by Arne Vodder, Sibast Arne Vodder was trained by Finn Juhl, who became his friend and business partner. Before concentrating on furniture, in ...
Wood
$2,185Sale Price|23% Off
Armchair Model 813 Made In Grey Fabric By Arne Vodder & Anton Berg From 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Lejre, DK
An armchair of Model 813, designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Berg and manufactured by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. This elegant armchair is a masterful example of Danis...
Fabric, Rosewood
Armchair Model No. 341 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1970s, Set of 2
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
Teak Coffee Table by Arne Vodder for Cado, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Cado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare teak coffee table by Arne Vodder for Cado, 1960. Made from solid teak.
Teak
Arne Vodder teak and leather (desk) chair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in BE
What an Elegant Chair. This chair was designed by one of Denmark's most famous designers. Arne Vodder, who designed it for manufacturer Sibast. Sibast is a respected manufacturer and...
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
Arne Vodder Sofa Set for Glostrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Arne Vodder Sofa Set for Glostrup Møbelfabrik, 1960s. Yellow armchair set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs in mid-century modern style. The set was designed by Arne Vodder, a ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Dining Table Model 201 by Sibast Møbelfarbik, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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