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.
$8,500 / set
Arne Vodder Rosewood Nightstands
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic nightstands by Arne Vodder, manufactured by Sibast, Denmark ca' 1960's. Featuring raised edges, rosewood veneer/solid construction, pull out drawer in floating desi...
Rosewood
Mid-Century bar Cart by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century bar Cart by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
Wood
1960s Arne Vodder for George Tanier T9 Side / End Table in Teak and Oak
By Arne Vodder, George Tanier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a T9 Side Table, originally designed by Arne Vodder for George Tanier. This particular example was produced in Denmark and dates back to the 1960s. The table is comprised of ...
Oak, Teak
Arne Vodder Coffee Table, Danemark 1960s Modulable Danish Scandinavian
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large coffee table from Arne Vodder. Denmark 1960s Total length 150 cm, and with out extension 74cm.
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Rosewood Coffee Table by Severin Hansen, 1960s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Rosewood Coffee table by Severin Hansen, 1960s Elegant and stylish mid-century modern table by Danish designer Sev...
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Teak Side Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak side table, 1960s Elegant Danish Mid-century modern side or coffee table with underlying shelf. Table top with wrapped gri...
Teak
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The coffee table, a Danish design from the 1960s, showcases the timeless elegance of teak wood. With its sleek lines and understated sophistication, it epitomizes the mid-century mod...
Teak
American of Martinsville Fruitwood Bedside Table Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Germantown, MD
American of Martinsville Mid-Century Italian style bedside tables. Measures 24" in width X 18" in depth X 24" in height.
Fruitwood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Nightstand
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century nightstand This nightstand measures: 23 wide x 18 deep x 23.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...
Brass
1960s Side Table in Oak Finish , Czechoslovakia
By Drevopodnik Holesov
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - sturdy and stable - Solid beech legs
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern end tables boast unusual drawer fronts with recessed pulls. Quality construction with curved front tops, stubby tapered legs, and a vintage walnu...
Walnut
George Nelson Side Table for Herman Miller, Usa, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson side table for Herman Miller, USA - 1960s.
Wenge
$2,350
H 20.48 in W 23.23 in D 63.39 in
Grete Jalk Teak Coffee Table, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s Denmark
By Grete Jalk, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Grete Jalk coffee table in partly solid teak. Made by Glostrup Møbelfabrik.
Teak
Pacific Nightstand by VOLK
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown: Solid ash with brass legs and drawer pulls. Bleached finish. Dimensions: 24” W x 16 1/2” D x 24” H. Custom sizing available. Offered in a variety of hardwoods and fini...
Brass
Arne Vodder for Sibast, Attr. Walnut and Brushed Stainless Steel Dining Table
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Chicago, IL
Fantastic small dining table attributed to Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark. Walnut top, X-form stretchers and sabots. Brushed stainless steel legs make for an unusual and eye-catchin...
Stainless Steel
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 101 in D 39.5 in
Arne Vodder George Tanier Siebart Mobler Extendable Dining Table
By Arne Vodder, George Tanier
Located in Pasadena, TX
Arne Vodder for George Tanier Siebart Mobler extendable dining table. Early production teak Arne Vodder dining table, manufactured by SI...
Teak
Arne Vodder Dressing Table in Rosewood
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder, dressing table, rosewood, mirror, Denmark, 1950s. This refined, delicate dressing table is designed by Arne Vodder. The piece features the quintessential bow tie grip...
Mirror, Wood
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H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Scandinavian teak bedside tables by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg 1960
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian bedside tables. Their understated and elegant design features a small, adjustable drawer and a storage shelf. These pieces of furniture are beautifully crafted. ...
Teak
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H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Scandinavian teak bedside tables by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg 1960
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian bedside tables. Their understated and elegant design features a small, adjustable drawer and a storage shelf. These pieces of furniture are beautifully crafted. ...
Teak
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H 20.48 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Danish teak bedside tables by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg 1960
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian Bedside Tables. Simple and very elegant design, they have a small drawer and a storage shelf. Very well-made furniture.
Teak
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H 20.08 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Scandinavian Bedside Tables in Teak by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg 1
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb bedside tables, Scandinavian bedside tables. Sober and very elegant design, they have a small drawer and a storage shelf. Very nice ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Sibast Bedside Tables, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Wood
Nightstand by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborge
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single table in teak with drawer storage, set on an easel-style base. Designed by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sønderborge furniture factory in the 1960s. Please confirm location.
Teak
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H 22.75 in W 18.5 in D 28 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid-Century Teak Nightstand Side End Table, a Pair
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast mid-century teak nightstand side end table - a pair Each nightstand measures: 18.5 wide x 28 deep x 22.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had ...
Teak
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H 19.3 in W 35.04 in D 35.04 in
Poul Jensen Coffee Table in Rosewood for Silkeborg, Denmark, 1950s
By Silkenborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Hellouw, NL
Triangular coffee table in rosewood designed by Arne Vodder for Silkeborg. This vintage coffee table from Denmark in the 1950s, has an interesting shape with profiled edges on the si...
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Night Stand, Made by N.C. Mobler
By Arne Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An elegant night stand or side table with two drawers in Rosewood with bow tie drawer pulls on stiletto legs. Made by N.C. Mobler Denmark, c. 1950's.
Rosewood
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H 21.26 in W 31.5 in D 12.6 in
Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Design Scandinavian Dark Wood Nightstand, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design dark wood nightstand bedside table designed by Arne Vodder and produced in Denmark from circa 1950. Plea...
Wood
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H 19.69 in W 14.57 in D 11.82 in
Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Design Scandinavian Teak Nightstands, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak nightstands Designed by Arne Vodder and produced in Denmark from circa 1950. Please note that the items are original of the...
Teak