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Arne Vodder Desks

Danish, 1926-2009

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 piecessideboards, 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.

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Creator: Arne Vodder
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark

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Steel

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Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood for H.P. Hansen, Denmark, 1960s

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By Arne Vodder

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Wonderful Danish writing desk original from the 1960’s. This is an attributed to Arne Vodder, it has no label or sign. This desk has enough space for storage, it has two drawers and ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Vodder Desks

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The stunning Danish modern executive teak desk was designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark, circa the 1960s. This rectangular desk shows wonderful details that are very well executed. Features a pull-out dovetailed drawer and a file drawer, all integrated with original solid steel handles. On the opposite side of the desk, there's a modesty panel, showcasing teak...

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Mid-Century Modern Extendable Writing Desk by Arne Vodder
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By Arne Vodder

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Spectacular Danish modern floating writing desk manufactured by Arne Vodder, and original from the 1960’s. There is plenty of storage with one lateral file...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Vodder Desks

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s
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Mid-Century Modern Desk by Arne Vodder, 1960s

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Arne Vodder desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Arne Vodder desks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Vodder desks, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks by Arne Vodder were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desks by Svend Åge Madsen, Arne Wahl Iversen, and Peter Løvig Nielsen. Prices for Arne Vodder desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,682 and can go as high as $15,033, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.

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