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.
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
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
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
$2,169Sale 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
Mid-Century Teak Spindle Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Embrace the exquisite craftsmanship of genuine mid-century Danish modern design with this quartet of teak dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Furniture. With...
Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Teak
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
MCM Arne Vodder for Lane Furniture Walnut High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Arne Vodder, Lane Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Arne Vodder for Lane Furniture Walnut High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4 These walnut dining chairs from Lane Furniture were designed by Arne Vodder for the perfe...
Fabric, Walnut
4 X Model 422 Rosewood Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1960
By Helge Sibast, Arne Vodder, 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
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
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 solid Bangkok teak frame supporting a wrapped molded seat and back, the back having a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjust...
Teak
$1,843 / item
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
$1,985Sale 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
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
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 solid Bangkok teak frame supporting a wrapped molded seat and back, the back having a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjust...
Teak
Swiveling Bar Stool by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak barstool with a leather swivel seat.
Leather, Teak