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.
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
Rare 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 aluminum grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast F...
Aluminum
Rare vintage mid-century Danish design bookcase by Arne Vodder for Sibast 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 aluminum grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast F...
Glass
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
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
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
$14,223
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
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
$14,342
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
$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
Mid Century Danish Teak Bookcase Cabinet, 1960s
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Beautiful mid century Danish bookcase in warm teak veneer, made in the 1960s. The design is clean and minimal, with an open upper section and a lower shelf, making it perfect for dis...
Teak
$13,865 / set
H 35.44 in W 54.34 in D 19.69 in
Rare Pair of Rosewood Arne Vodder Cabinets / Sideboards, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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
$4,600 / set
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
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
$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 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
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
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 Arne Vodder, Vamo Møbelfabrik
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 68.51 in W 59.06 in D 18.51 in
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
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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 Vamo Møbelfabrik, Arne Vodder, 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
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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