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.
Rare vintage mid-century Danish design bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1958
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century modern sophistication with the Arne Vodder rosewood bookcase, featuring two glass sliding doors with aluminum grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast F...
Glass
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
Rare danish design rosewood bookcase by Arne vodder for Sibast furniture 1958
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century modern sophistication with the Arne Vodder rosewood bookcase, featuring two glass sliding doors with aluminum grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast F...
Aluminum
Arne Vodder & Anton Borg Bookcase Produced by Vamo in Denmark
By Anton Borg, Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding bookcase designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg. Produced by Vamo in Denmark.
Teak
Unique Danish design rosewood bookcase by Arne vodder for Sibast furniture 1958
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century modern sophistication with the Arne Vodder rosewood bookcase, featuring two glass sliding doors with aluminium grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast ...
Metal
Rare Arne Vodder Danish Teak Credenza
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual Danish teak credenza designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast, ca' 1960. Featuring reversable sliding door, finished back, sculpted and raised back edge ...
Teak
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
H 46 in W 80 in D 12 in
Mid Century Danish Modern long Slim Teak Bookcase Lower drawer Unit
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Teak wood wide narrow bookcase with adjustable shelves and a lower left storage area with 4 drawers. Beautiful teak with Slim design and sits on 4 tapered teak legs. Made...
Teak
Danish Modern bookcase in teak with adjustable shelves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern 3 shelf bookcase in teak with adjustable shelves. Nice teak wood grain. Ready for use. Made In Denmark Located in Brooklyn nyc. Dimensions: H 44" x W 36" x D 12"
Teak
Mid-century Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 209 Executive Desk c.1955
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Iconic executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobelfrabrik, Denmark. Crafted of teak with dovetail joinery and raised, sculpted edges on both sides. Solid teak draw...
Teak
$6,382
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in L 31.5 in
Danish teak chest of drawers, 4 drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1960.
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent Scandinavian teak chest of drawers. Four large drawers; the top drawer is fitted with small teak shelves that serve as dividers (for cutlery, perhaps), as well as a small...
Teak
Danish Rosewood Bookcase by Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
eautiful Danish mid-century bookcase made of rich rosewood by Hundevad. This elegant piece features a clean and timeless Scandinavian design with warm tones and stunning natural wood...
Rosewood
Bookcase in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Get a piece of Danish design history with this beautiful teak bookcase from the 1960s. This bookcase represents the timeless elegance and functionality that characterizes Danish fur...
Teak
Mid-Century Credenza by Arne Vodder for Sibast of Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic Mid-Century Danish Modern credenza designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler. Celebrated for his masterful balance of organic form and functional d...
Wood, Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A striking record and stereo console designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, crafted in rich teak and bearing the original Sibast Furniture and Danish Furnituremakers Con...
Teak
$5,800 / set
H 30 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Teak Mid Century Modern Bachelor Chest Dresser Pair
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful pair of Arne Vodder chests, newly refinished.
Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Executive Desk
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Executive Desk This desk measures: 62.75 wide x 31.5 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.5 inches Great Vintage Condition ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Sideboard
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite vintage teak sideboard features elegant sculpted pulls, tapered legs and shapely leg stretcher for addition support. Spacious interior cabinet offers adjustable shelf ...
Teak
Arne Vodder pair of bookcases in rosewood Sibast Denmark 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning pair of bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Møbler, Denmark, 1960. These elegant cabinets are crafted from richly grained rosewood and feature signa...
Rosewood
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H 60.04 in W 178.55 in D 19.49 in
Rare Bookshelf Wall Unit by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik, 1950s
By Vamo Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder
Located in Ranst, VAN
This rarely available bookcase, a true masterpiece, was designed by Arne Vodder and Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik in the 1950s It includes five cabinet elements, four bookshelves ...
Rattan, Teak
Danish Teak Bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibat, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb closed Scandinavian library. Composed of two large sliding doors that open onto 2 x 4 height-adjustable shelves. Very functional piece of f...
Glass, Teak
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H 51.19 in W 59.06 in D 13.78 in
Closed Danish bookcase in Rosewood by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furnitures 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Very pretty Scandinavian bookcase. Two large sliding doors open onto 2 shelves on the left and 3 shelves on the right, all height adjustable. Furniture of very good manufacture, func...
Metal
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H 49.22 in W 13.78 in D 59.06 in
Danish Book Case in Rio Rosewood by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian bookcase with 2 large sliding doors that open onto two niches each with 3 shelves. Very high-end manufacturing, sober and elegant furniture. Remarkable build qual...
Glass, Rosewood
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H 43.31 in W 59.06 in D 13.78 in
Danish Vintage Arne Vodder Teak Double Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Renens, CH
A set of two identical bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and executed by Sibast, Denmark. Our version is made in teak and has been completely refinished. The bookcases have always...
Teak
Danish Design Arne Vodder Teak Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Renens, CH
A set of two bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and executed by Sibast Denmark. Our version is made in teak and has been completely refinished. The bookcases have always been used ...
Teak
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H 59.85 in W 90.56 in D 18.9 in
Rare Freestanding Bookshelf by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo, Denmark, 1950s
By Anton Borg, Arne Vodder, Vamo Møbelfabrik
Located in Antwerp, BE
Proud to present you this rare freestanding bookshelf designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo, Denmark, 1950s. This bookcase features seve...
Teak
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H 59.85 in W 90.56 in D 18.9 in
Arne Vodder & Anton Borg Freestanding Bookcase by Vamo in Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Anton Borg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare freestanding bookcase designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg. Produced by Vamo in Denmark.
Cane, Teak
Bookcase with Tambour Cabinet Doors by Arne Vodder for Bovirke
By Arne Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bookcase with tambour doors cabinet by Arne Vodder for Bovirke. Teak & oak. Nice refinished condition.
Teak, Oak