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.
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder for Sibast Rosewood Leather Desk Chair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder for Sibast Rosewood Leather Desk Chair. Rare danish rosewood desk chair made in Denmark circa 1970. Has adjustable height. Located in Brooklyn N...
Aluminum, Steel
Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, sofa, patinated leather, teak, Denmark, design 1953, manufactured late 1950s-1960s. Elegant two-seat settee in admirable cognac leather and teak by ...
Leather, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, stylish and rare Mid century Danish Modern lounge chair, by Arne Vodder, for France and Daverkosen, made in Denmark, circa 1950's. The chair is in very good, origina...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Sculptural "ELLA" Chairs by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Sculptural "ELLA" Chairs by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg Mobfabrik. Special chairin that the backr is completely free to move to ...
Leather, Teak
Pair of Arne Vodder Side Chairs for Sibast Mobler
By Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Arne Vodder designed side chairs for Sibast Mobler. These chairs are made of rare solid rosewood and retain original black leather upholstery. Leather upholstery has some cra...
Hardwood
1960s Arne Vodder 3-Seat Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly re-upholstered original springs pillows - The wooden parts have been refurbished.
Fabric, Wood
$960Sale Price / item|50% Off
Arne Vodder Armchair with Original Black Leather, circa 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
Pictured is a set of seven armchairs priced and sold inidividually designed by Arne Vodder and made in the 1960s by Sibast. Original black leather is in good condition showing minor ...
Leather
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Beech, Leather & Teak by Arne Vodder, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare lounge chair with integrated side table, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Bovirke in Denmark, is an exemplar of Danish mid-century modern design, blending sculp...
Brass
Midcentury Modern Leather Chaise Lounge by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1950s
By Bovirke, Arne Vodder
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking chaise lounge by Arne Vodder, in a cool and elegant design with smooth lines. Made from oak with wreathed cognac colored leather straps. A beautiful teak tray, shaped to com...
Leather, Beech, Teak
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Fabric by Arne Vodder, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare pair of easy chairs, model FD-161, was designed by Arne Vodder and produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark during the 1950s. The chairs feature frames constructed fr...
Fabric, Beech, Wool, Teak
Arne Vodder Mid Century Lounge Chair in Beech & Leather by Bovirke Denmark 1950s
By Bovirke, Arne Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Danish mid century wooden lounge chair by Arne Vodder in beech and original and beautifully patinated woven brown leather produced by Bovirke in Denmark, 1950s. In good o...
Leather, Beech
Restored Arne Vodder Ella Tilt-Back Dining Chairs in Teak & Leather, Danish MCM
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
Gorgeous set of 6 "Ella" tilt-back dining chairs by Arne Vodder, made in Denmark by Vamo Sonderborg in the 1960s. Ella is constructed from old growth teak of the highest quality, ...
Leather, 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 Danish Arne Vodder Brazilain Rosewood Dining Chairs set of Six (6)
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six (6) Brazilian rosewood dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobelfabric, model 430, circa 1958 Denmark. Crafted of high quality Brazilian rosewood with finely ...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik Model 6 Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Vamo Møbelfabrik Model 6 Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 74.75 wide x 30 deep x 27.5 inches high, with a seat height of 14.75 and arm height of 20.5...
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Vodder model 430 dining chairs rosewood Sibast Mobler Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Set of six dining chairs, model 430, designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, circa 1960. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, these chairs are exemplary of Vodder’s refine...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder for Sibast Pair of Dining Chairs in Walnut and Grey Upholstery
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, pair of dining chairs model '418', walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s This model has a characteristic, sculptural frame executed in warm walnut. The sligh...
Fabric, Walnut
Arne Vodder Teak Dining Set with Eight Chairs for Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teak Danish modern six-leg table and eight matching chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast. Measure: Oval table expands from 78" to 117" with two leaves. Perfect large-scale dining set wit...
Upholstery, Teak
$4,399Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Six Arne Vodder for Sibast Hardwood Chairs with White Textile Covers
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six dining chairs, model 62S, with hardwood frames designed by Arne Vodder circa 1960., Tiltable backs and seats reupholstered in off-white / cream colored fabric. Produced by...
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
1960s Vintage Danish FD 164 Teak Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for Cado
By Cado, Arne Vodder
Located in Wesseling, DE
Elegant Model FD 164 lounge chair designed by Arne Vodder for CADO, Denmark, during the 1960s. A true icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, the FD 164 is distinguished by its sc...
Fabric, Teak
Eight Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast High-back Rosewood in Black Leather
By Helge Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of eight (8) Model 422 high-back dining chairs in rosewood with vertical spindle backs, designed by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast, Denmark, 1960s. Newly upholstered seats in black...
Leather, Rosewood
$3,800
Arne Vodder Armchair
By Arne Vodder
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare Arne Vodder armchair in solid teak with rattan seat. ca 1960s Denmark.
Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Armchairs in Teak and Beige Upholstery
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, armchairs, model '51A' teak, faux leather, Denmark, 1951 A design by Arne Vodder dating back to the 1950s, crafted in Denmark. The chair embodies a s...
Faux Leather, Teak
Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen FD164 Danish Teak Reclining Lounge Chair
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen FD164 Mid Century Danish Teak Reclining Lounge Chair This chair measures: 30.5 wide x 31 deep x 38 high, with...
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Set of Four Dining Chairs in Walnut and Grey Upholstery
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, set of four dining chairs, model '418', walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s Armchairs designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, featuring characteristic sculptur...
Fabric, Walnut
Arne Vodder, FD 161 teak and beech loung chair, France & Son, Denmark, 1960s
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Uppsala, Uppsala
Teak and beech lounge chair designed by Arne Vodder for Danish manufacturer France & Søn in the 1960s. Later patterned fabric in a blu, white and grey. Very nice design with the wide...
Fabric, Beech, Teak
1 Rio Rosewood & Leather Model 431 Lounge by Arne Vodder, Denmark 1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Geneva, CH
Rio Rosewood and black leather model 431 lounge chair by Arne Vodder produced by Sibast Mobler, Denmark circa late 1950s Superb quality with fine details and patina. Manufacturer lab...
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951 Additional Information: Material: Oak and woven cane Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare set of 8 dining chairs m...
Oak, Cane
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 51 Danish Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 51 Mid Century Danish Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 20.5 wide x 22 deep x 30.5 high, with a seat height of 18.5 in...
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Danish Vintage Sofa Bed by Arne Vodder
By Vamo Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
A rare and absolutely stunning Danish vintage sofa bed by Arne Vodder for Vamo Mobelfabrik. It was made in Denmark, and dates from the 1960’s. This is of outstanding quality, the fr...
Bouclé, Wood
Arne Vodder Lounge Chair in Original Patinated Black Leather
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, lounge chair, leather, teak, Denmark, 1953 This distinct design is by Danish master Arne Vodder, and manufactured by Ivan Schlechter The exterior of...
Leather, Teak
Arne Vodder 2-Seater Sofa, Model Fd 161, Reupholstered in Bouclé, 1950s
By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Odense, DK
A fine example of a Danish modern 2-seater sofa in solid beech, reupholstered cushions in white bouclé. Designed by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen in 1950s, Denmark. A classic...
Bouclé, Beech
$3,900Sale Price / set|28% Off
Arne Vodder Ella Dining Chairs Set by Vamo, Ebonized Teak, 1952
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Hanover, MA
BG SUMMER SALE Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg "Ella" Dining Chairs in ebonized teak, four side chairs and two armchairs. The seat backs have a clever tilt mechanism for extra co...
Teak
Arne Vodder Set of 8 Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs France & Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Rare & fabulous set of eight dining chairs by Arne Vodder, model #203. Designed and created from solid teak around 1957 by France & Daverkosen. Reupholstery is new and is fau...
Brass
Set of 4 Arne Vodder teak dining chairs model 418, Sibast Denmark 1965
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Renens, CH
Very nice set of four model 418 dining chairs by Arne Vodder, Ed.Sibast, Denmark, 1965. These dining chairs feature an elegant and sculptural teak structure that underline Vodder's ...
Fabric, Teak
Arne Vodder FD-161 Sofa, Beech & Teak, Scandinavian Modern, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The sofa model FD-161, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark in the 1950s, exemplifies key elements of Scandinavian modern design through its use...
Fabric, Beech, Wool, Teak
Armchair by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Classic armchair designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Showcasing Vodder’s signature organic lines and refined Danish craftsmanship, this piece is ...
Rosewood
Set of 3 Arne Vodder Model FD-184 Chairs for France & Daverkosen Vintage Danish
By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 3 Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen Model FD-184 chairs. The FD-184 chair by Arne Vodder is a fantastic Danish design, (and a personal favorite of this writer), featuring ...
Teak
Pair of Scandinavian Armchairs in Leather & Rosewood by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare pair of armchairs, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark, exemplifies the quiet sophistication and precise craftsmanship that define Danish ...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder Sofa, Denmark, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark, 1950s. Beech, teak and fabric. 2 adjustable positions.
Beech
Mid-Century Pair of Lounge Chairs in Teak & Beech by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Danish lounge chairs features a refined blend of teak and beech wood, showcasing the sculptural lines and organic elegance of Arne Vodder’s celebrat...
Fabric, Beech, Teak
FD 164 Adjustable Longue Chair By Arne Vodder For France and Son 1960S
By Arne Vodder
Located in Čelinac, BA
FD 164 Longue Chair By Arne Vodder For France and Son Denmark 1960s
Fabric, Teak
Arne Vodder, Lounge Chair, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Bovirke, Arne Vodder
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and beige fabric lounge chair, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches): 21.75" All items ship from ...
Fabric, Teak
Arne Vodder Easy Chair Model FD 164 Produced by France & Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model FD 164 designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark. 3 Adjustable positions.
Leather, Teak
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. Made in beech and teak armrests....
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Classic Arne Vodder Leather And Teak Chair For Mahjongg Holland 1964
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and funky chair designed by Arne Voder (Denmark) and manufactured in Holland circa 1964. Sculptural teak frame newly reupholstered in brown leather. Perfect as a desk or o...
Leather, Teak
Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Leather and Rosewood by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by Sibast møbelfabrik in Denmark. These dining chairs, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denma...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder for Vamo Sønderborg Ella Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chair
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Vamo Sønderborg Ella Mid Century Danish Teak Armchair Dining Chair This chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep x 31.25 inches high, with a seat height of 17.25 and arm he...
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Vodder Danish Modern Teak and Cane Dining chair set
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
A rare set of teak framed chairs with woven cane seats and backs designed by Arne Vodder and made by Sibast of Denmark in the 1950s. This set incl...
Cane, Teak
$5,216Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Mid Century model 3330 Arne Vodder 3 seater leather sofa for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Vodder
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Vintage Danish mid century 1960’s model 3330 Arne Vodder 3 seater sofa for Fritz Hansen in recently reupholstered dark chocolate coloured leather. Arne Vodder was one of the grea...
Leather
Set of Five Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
An exquisite set of five mid-century modern dining chairs designed by renowned Danish architect Arne Vodder and produced by France & Son. The sleek black wooden frames contrast b...
Textile, Wood
Pair of Arne Vodder Easy Chairs in Wool, Oak & Teak by Bovirke, 1952
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The BO-90 easy chairs, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Bovirke in 1952, represent an early and exceptionally rare example of Vodder’s unique interpretation of Danish modernis...
Fabric, Oak, Wool, Teak
Stylish mid century Jatoba wood dining room set designed by Helge Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish and elegant mid century modern Mahogany Helge Sibast Jatoba wood dining room set. Elegant early 1960s dining room table and chairs, model 422, designed by Helge Sibast for ...
Leather, Wood
rare arne vodder AV53 settee
By Ivan Schlechter, Arne Vodder
Located in Munich, DE
amazing arne vodder 2-seater sofa by ivan schlechter. in my opinion the best shaped settee you will find and designed by the most famous student of finn juhl. in the need of reuphol...
Fabric, Foam, Teak
Set of Six Model 422 Highback Dining Chairs in Rosewood by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Vodder Manufacturer: Sibast Møbler Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood, Leather Measurements: Inquire for Dimensions Condition: In excellent origina...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder teak and leather (desk) chair
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
Arne Vodder Teak Armchair Model 166
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Vienna, AT
Arne Vodder solid teak armchair model 166 designed in the 1964 for Vamo Sonderborg. New cream leather upholstery.
Upholstery, Hardwood, Leather, Teak
Set of 6 Scandinavian Modern Dining Chairs in Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and elegant set of six dining chairs—comprising four side chairs and two armchairs—was designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark. A refined exam...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Vodder Chair for Sibast Møbler
By Arne Vodder, Helge Sibast
Located in Vienna, AT
Hardwood frame upholstered with brack leather. Designed by Arne Vodder for Helge Sibast Møbler in the 1960s. Original condition not restored.
Leather, Hardwood
Set of Four Arne Vodder Hardwood and Black Leather Chairs
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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