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 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
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Tambour Bookcase/Credenza by Arne Vodder, Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A Mid-Century Modern veneered bookcase with spacious interior. Sliding glass doors with metal handles. The base part has two tambour sliding doors, with two extra drawers. The design...
Glass, Wood
Unique Danish design rosewood bookcase by Arne vodder for Sibast furniture 1958
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
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
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
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
H 42.92 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Rosewood Bookcase, Denmark, 1960s
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Elegant Danish mid-century bookcase in richly grained rosewood veneer, dating from the 1960s. The piece features a balanced, minimal design with four open compartments and adjustable...
Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 18.51 in
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Brazilian Rosewood for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Brazilian Rosewood and Metal, Denmark, 1960's Sideboard designed by Arne Vodder, made in Denmark in the 1960's, with signature tambour doors that slide smoo...
Metal
H 20.28 in W 20.28 in D 14.18 in
Danish Rosewood Floating Bookcase by HG Furniture, 1960s.
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, HG Furniture
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Rosewood Floating Bookcase by HG Furniture, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern small bookcase in Rosewood/palisander. Designed by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen for Han...
Rosewood
H 30 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Teak Mid Century Modern Bachelor Chest Dresser Pair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful pair of Arne Vodder chests, newly refinished.
Teak
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 10.63 in
Original Modernist corner bookcase in Mahogany by Danish Cabinet maker 1920s.
Located in København K, 84
This original 1920s Danish Funkis corner bookcase, crafted in solid mahogany by a master cabinetmaker, is a rare and refined example of early Scandinavian functionalist design. Roote...
Mahogany
H 95.5 in W 52 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis Philippe Rosewood Bookcase is the perfect choice for those with a special collection, prized family heirlooms, or for your library of books! Rosewood, some...
Rosewood
H 37.01 in W 48.04 in D 10.24 in
Mid-Century "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low China bookcase in oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition. More shelves available.
Oak
H 36.42 in W 48.04 in D 9.45 in
Pair of China Bookcases in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in oak with adjustable shelves, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsen cabinetmakers in 1958. Made in Denmark.
Oak
H 35.44 in W 54.34 in D 19.69 in
Rare Pair of Rosewood Arne Vodder Cabinets / Sideboards, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb and very rare pair of cabinets or sideboards in rosewood designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast in Denmark in the 1960s. Very good original condition with minor sign...
Wood
H 34 in W 88.5 in D 17.25 in
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
H 34.85 in W 54.14 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-13-A Glass-Fronted Bookcase / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Signs of age, patina, and the traces o...
Glass, Teak
H 79.53 in W 98.43 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century modular wooden bookcase, Italy, 1960s
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Modular Mid-Century bookcase with wooden structure and gilded brass details. This elegant piece offers versatile storage with four shelves, a central cabinet, four drawers, and two f...
Wood
H 68.51 in W 59.06 in D 18.51 in
Arne Vodder pair of bookcases in rosewood Sibast Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
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
H 51.19 in W 59.06 in D 13.78 in
Danish Teak Bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibat, 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
H 68.51 in W 59.06 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Tambour Bookcase/Credenza by Arne Vodder - Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A Mid-Century Modern veneered bookcase with spacious interior. Sliding glass doors with metal handles. The base part has two tambour sliding doors, with two extra drawers. The design...
Glass, Wood
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 Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
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 Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
H 43.31 in W 59.06 in D 13.78 in
Danish Vintage Arne Vodder Teak Double Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
H 13.78 in W 29.93 in L 13.78 in
Danish Design Arne Vodder Teak Bookcase for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
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 Arne Vodder, Vamo Møbelfabrik, Anton Borg
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
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
H 78.75 in W 78.75 in D 14.57 in
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