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.
Pair of Arne Vodder Mid-Century Danish Caned Dining Chairs, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Danish (1960s) dining chairs with exposed frames, caned backrests with brass-hinged swivel adjustments, a white wrap molded seat, tapered legs and stretchers. (AR...
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Danish Solid Teak & Leather Chair by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1950s Danish modern chair in Solid Teak chair designed by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen. Great condition with nice patina on black leather back and seat, as well as on solid ...
Leather, 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
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 teak frame supporting wrapped molded seats and backs, the backs with a unique brass-hinged pivoting adjustment.
Teak, Upholstery
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
$6,980 / set
H 38.59 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
Set Of Eight Dining Chairs By Arne Vodder Model 422 For Helge Sibast
By Sibast, Helge Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of eight dining chairs made of solid rosewood, wooden back with molded cup piece, seats upholstered in woolen fabric. Desiged in the 1960s by Arne Vodder for Sibast furniture, mo...
Wool, Hardwood
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
$13,108 / set
H 33.47 in W 20.08 in D 22.05 in
Arne Vodder Dining Chairs Model 203 by France & Daverkosen in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 dining chairs model 203 designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
Brass
$12,000 / set
H 33.5 in W 20 in D 22.5 in
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
$9,600 / set
H 32.12 in W 19 in D 20.33 in
Mid-century Danish Arne Vodder Brazilain Rosewood Dining Chairs set of Six (6)
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
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
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian sidechairs in green leather with wicker backs and brass detailing. Add some classic mid-century modern elegance to your home with this gorgeous pair of 1950s Italian side chairs...
Upholstery
$547 / item
H 30.32 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in
1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chair" / "Hammer chair" due to the shape. The chairs are from an early production of the chairs in t...
Stainless Steel
$61,554 / set
H 28.35 in W 22.25 in D 18.12 in
12 "Cowhorn" Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1950s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Knud Faerch
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of twelve “Cowhorn” dining chairs by Knud Færch, made from teak with dark cognac leather seats. Beautifully sculpted backrests in a distinct, undulating form.
Leather, Teak
$1,600 / set
H 19.3 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in
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
$2,400
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
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
$7,500 / set
H 31.25 in W 19.5 in D 23.25 in
Restored Arne Vodder Ella Tilt-Back Dining Chairs in Teak & Leather, Danish MCM
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
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
Arne Vodder Teak Dining Chairs Model 422 Denmark 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very elegant set of 6 'model 422' dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast mobler, Denmark 1960. These dining chairs have a high spin...
Upholstery, Teak
$28,497 / set
H 30.71 in W 20.12 in D 22.05 in
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
$4,760 / set
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
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
Arne Vodder Danish Modern Teak and Cane Dining chair set
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
Sold
H 33.5 in W 20 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder Caned Swivel Back Dining / Desk / Side Chair w/ Solid Brass Hardware
By Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
Arne Vodder caned swivel back side / dining or desk chair in teak with brass hardware for France & Daverkosen, Denmark and imported by John Stuart Inc., NY. Sculptural solid teak...
Brass
Pair of Danish Vintage Teak and Leather Chairs by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made pair of Danish vintage teak and leather chairs by Arne Vodder. They are the model 418 chairs, designed in 1961 for Sibast, these chairs date from th...
Leather, Teak
Danish Vintage Teak and Leather Chair by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage teak and leather chair by Arne Vodder. This is the model 418 chair, designed in 1961 for Sibast, this chair dates from the 1960’s. T...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 33.86 in W 25.2 in D 22.84 in
Arne Vodder Model 186 Teak, Rattan & Leather Chair For France & Son, Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An outstanding design by Danish Architect Arne Vooder for France & Son, Denmark. One of our favourite designs, this chair is a study in elegance from every angle. Crafted form a ...
Brass
Sold
H 38.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in
Set of 8 Teak and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s, Signed
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous set of 8 dining chairs by Arne Norrell for Sibast (1960s Denmark) features gorgeous teak frames with Nakashima-styled slatted spindle backs and newly reupholstered whit...
Bouclé, Teak
Sold
H 35.5 in W 26.5 in D 23 in
1960s Arne Vodder Sibast Mobler Two Rosewood 431 Armchairs in Salmon Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Chula Vista, CA
431 lounge chairs Fabulous 1960s Arne Vodder Rosewood Model 431 Armchairs for Sibast Mobler Denmark New leather upholstery in Salmon on a Rosewood frame. Preowned original vintage...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 34.25 in W 25 in D 20 in
Arne Vodder Danish Modern Teak Desk Dining Side Chair for France and Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Danish modern teak arm chair, model FD 184/L, designed by Arne Vodder in 1956 and made in Denmark by France and Daverkosen. This elegant chair has a floating seat, a back that pivots...
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Vodder & Anton Borg, Teak Side Chair for Sibast, 1950s
By Arne Vodder, Anton Borg, Sibast
Located in Uppsala, Uppsala
Teak chair designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Danish manufacturer Sibast in the 1950s. Most likely original fabric in a dark charcoal coloured back and a light grey seat. Good ...
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in
Arne Vodder Model 51a Oak, Teak & Rattan Armchair for Sibast, Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A personal favourite of ours, the model 51a is a very hard to find piece of design. Very few chairs can match the dramatic but delicate aesthetic of this des...
Rattan, Oak, Teak
Arne Vodder Upholstered Teak Side Chairs, a Pair
By Arne Vodder
Located in High Point, NC
A stylish pair of wooden chairs from Danish furniture designer Arne Vodder. Vodder’s past work designing homes is on display in the architectural lines of these chairs, in the rear s...
Fabric, Teak
Arne Vodder Sibast Møbler Model 62 Oak Side Chair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast, George Tanier
Located in New Windsor, NY
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler model #62 oak side chair. Solid oak frame with newly upholstered nubby gray fabric. Structurally sound and sturdy chair. Signed under the seat, Made in ...
Upholstery, Oak
Arne Vodder Teak Chair, Model Ellen
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Danish armchair, model Ellen, designed by Arne Vodder for Vamo in the 1950s. Frame made of teak, newly upholstered in light pink fabric. The unique feature of this design i...
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Teak Dining Chair "Ella" by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Vamo Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage teak dining chair "Ella" by Arne Vodder for Vamo, 1960s. The well known Classic dining chair model Ella in solid teak by Danish arch...
Teak
Sold
H 29 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
Set of Four Solid Sculptural Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder, Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in Buffalo, NY
A set of four Danish Mid-Century Modern teak dining chairs by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg, solid sculptural teak frames with swivel backs for extra comfort, Hand delivery avail t...
Fabric, Teak
Arne Vodder Armchairs Teak Sibast Mobler, Denmark, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice pair of armchairs designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Mobler, Denmark, 1960. The chairs have a solid teak frame and green leather upholstery. The upholstery is st...
Leather, Teak