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.
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Arne Vodder Scandinavian Danish Modern Teak Desk Vanity Table Top Organizer
By Arne Vodder
Located in Wayne, NJ
Wonderful aged teak three-drawer organizer. Beautifully crafted, finished on all sides. This can also be for multiple purposes such as used as a desktop organizer , jewelry , Makeup...
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet 1960s
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid-century Danish modern teak secretary desk attributed to H.P. Hansen was made in Denmark in the 1960s. It exemplifies classic Scandinavian modern styling with clean g...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Secretary Desk
By Egon Ostergaard
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage secretary desk in teak circa 1970's, made in Sweden. This piece is equipped with three deep storage drawers accessorized with sculpted wood handles. Features a roll top door ...
Birch, Teak
$4,250
H 40.25 in W 39.5 in D 20.5 in
Danish Modern Mummenthaler & Meier Style Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Danish Modern Mummenthaler & Meier Style Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet . Measures 39.5" in width, 20.5" in depth and 40.25" in height. Knee clearance is 28.5 and pull out...
Teak
$3,465
H 38.75 in W 39.375 in D 20.25 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Dropdown Secretary Desk, 1960s
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid-century Danish modern secretary desk was produced in Denmark during the 1960s. Impeccably crafted in teak, the desk has broad, balanced proportions and a...
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk Cabinet 1960s
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid-century Danish modern teak secretary cabinet was made in Denmark in the 1960s. It exemplifies classic Scandinavian modern styling with clean lines and a refined geom...
Brass
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. Model 211. Featuring reversable sliding door, finished back, sculpted and raised...
Teak
$2,450
H 46.75 in W 28.25 in D 16.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Secretary Desk, Bar Cabinet Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid-century Danish modern teak secretary desk or bar cabinet was made in Denmark in the 1960s. The cabinet has refined, compact proportions and is well constructed with ...
Brass
$1,017
H 39.77 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Secretary Desk, Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This midcentury Danish modern teak secretary desk was made in Denmark, circa 1960. The Classic Scandinavian Modern design has clean Minimalist lines and elegant curves. The upper cab...
Teak
$3,400
H 29.75 in W 48 in D 27.75 in L 29.75 in
Danish Teak Arne Vodder Drop-Leaf Extendable Sliding Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern drop leaf desk in teak designed by Arne Vodder, circa 1960s. This versatile piece features a sliding adjustable bank that includes three dovetailed drawers with si...
Teak
Arne Vodder Style Mid Century Danish Teak Armoire
By Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder Style Mid Century Danish Teak Armoire This armoire measures: 32 wide x 18 deep x 45.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled...
Teak
$4,190
H 59.5 in W 80 in D 19 in
Classic Danish Teak Credenza/sideboard with glass top hutch attr. Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Attributed to:Arne Vodder A standout piece from one of Denmark's most distinctive cabinetmakers. This Arne Vodder credenza for Sibast features the brand's sliding doors in rich teak...
Teak
$6,500
H 28.5 in W 68.75 in D 37.5 in
Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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...
Steel
Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard for Sibast Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard for Sibast Denmark
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Sideboard
By Bodafors
Located in New York, NY
A multifunctional piece, this piece was primarily used to hold the traditional and festive Smörgåsbord, the centerpiece of every holiday, as well as storing the dishes, table linens ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Mid Century Danish Rosewood L Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder Mid Century Danish Rosewood L Desk This desk measures: 69 wide x 68.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches We take ou...
Metal
Scandinavian Wooden Secretary by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Scandinavian wooden secretary by Arne Vodder, 1960s.
Wood
Stunning Rosewood Modernist Arne Vodder Secretary Writing Desk
By Arne Vodder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rosewood chest or dresser pull-out desk, beautiful bookmatched woods, superior quality, birch interior dovetail joinery and finished back. Designed by Ar...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Arne Vodder Secretary Desk
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern teak secretary featuring uniquely sculpted body with ample drawer and cabinet space including two sliding glass doors on front with pull-out writing desktop. Designed ...
Glass, Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast of Denmark Teak Desk Secretary
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Features doored cabinet space and opposite open space. Made from beautifully selected teak and leather desk surface. This piece is in excellent condition.
Leather, Teak