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.
6 Danish chairs in Teak and Skai, new, model 418, Arne Vodder for Sibast 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
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 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
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Armchairs by Arne Vodder
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
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
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
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
$1,910Sale Price / set|30% Off
Arne Vodder Model 422 Chairs, Rosewood & Leather, Mid-Century Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in PARIS, FR
4 chairs in solid rosewood and original leather, by the great Danish designer Arne Vodder. Their graphic shape, both refined and assertive, as well as their beautiful leather patina ...
Leather, Jacaranda
Swiveling Bar Stool by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak barstool with a leather swivel seat.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Vintage Danish Carver Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
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