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
1960s Arne Vodder for George Tanier T9 Side / End Table in Teak and Oak
By George Tanier, Arne Vodder
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 Scandinavian Wood Midcentury Night Stand, Side Table, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Odense Møbelfabrik
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design dark wood night stand or side table designed by Arne Vodder and produced by NC Möbler Odense, Denmark from 1960 circa. Please note that the nig...
Wood
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
Arne Vodder Wood Midcentury Night Stand or Chest of Drawers, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Odense Møbelfabrik
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design dark wood night stand or little chest of drawers with two chests designed by Arne Vodder and produced by NC Möbler Odense, Denmark from 1960 cir...
Wood
Attributed to Arne Vodder Small Freestanding Rosewood and Brass table from 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Small freestanding chest / sewing table from the 1950s, attributed to Danish furniture designer Arne Vodder. The piece is made of rosewood with brass details and has a compact, funct...
Brass
Arne Vodder Coffee Table, Danemark 1960s Modulable Danish Scandinavian
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large coffee table from Arne Vodder. Denmark 1960s Total length 150 cm, and with out extension 74cm.
Rosewood
$2,016Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.31 in W 43.12 in D 18.9 in
French 1950s Brass and Glass Coffee Table attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 1950’s Mid-Century Modern Maison Jansen Paris coffee table which is part of a suite. I have the matching pair of side t...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Oval Extendable Dining Table by Arne Vodder, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern oval extendable dining table, crafted in pinewood with a mission edge. The table top is sitting on a single trapezoid base, giving it a distinctive archi...
Pine
$2,728 / set
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in
Set of Two Mid-Century Vintage Night Tables, Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of two bedroom night tables from the 1960s. It was manufactured in Poland. They was made of wood, it was refreshed and fully renovated. Very good vintage condition.
Wood
Scandinavian Nesting Tables in Rosewood 1960s Danish
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Danish nesting table from the 1960s in rosewood.
Rosewood
$1,989 / set
H 12.6 in Dm 10.44 in
Mid-Century Chestnut Wood Stools Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Valencia, VC
Très Chic Pair of Mid-Century Wooden Stools / Accent Tables Attributed to Charles Dudouyt A refined and sculptural pair of Mid-Century stools or side tables attributed to French des...
Wood, Chestnut
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
Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Lejre, DK
Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Furniture in the 1960s. The desk features a large work surface and a classic Danish design from the period. — Origin...
Rosewood
Bakelite, Brass and Iron 1950s Side Tables
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic set of three low tables with tubular iron bases, laquered in black paint and ending in brass sabots. The tabletops are black bakelite, with brass surrounds. Heavy, very nice ...
Brass, Iron
1960s, Danish side table, teak wood, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish side table in teak wood. Original good condition. Teak wood legs and shelf. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker in about 1960s. The table was checked by craftsman.
Teak
Sold|$4,950 / set
H 20.25 in W 17.75 in D 11.75 in
Vintage 1960s Arne Vodder Teak Side Tables for Vamo Sonderborg - Pair
Located in Emeryville, CA
Denmark’s most celebrated designers, trained under Finn Juhl, is known for his clean architectural lines, subtle organic curves, and exceptional attention to detail. Expertly crafte...
Teak
$6,000
H 24 in W 20 in D 15.2 in
Side Table with Magazine Rack attributed to Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in New York, NY
Side table with a removable tray featuring a glass bottom and brass handles. The lower section incorporates angled compartments for magazines. The frame is crafted from stained beech...
Bronze
$1,890 / set
H 19.75 in W 18.25 in D 13 in
Coordinating Set of Vintage Teak End Tables or Night Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely set of two small Mid-Century Modern side tables or nightstands. Please note, these are very similar, the same size, but not an exact match. The woodgrain and materials of the ...
Teak
$1,364 / item
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in
Midcentury Vintage Night Table, Beechwood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Amazing and unique bedroom night table from the 1960s. It was manufactured in Poland. They was made of beechwood, it was refreshed and fully renovated. Very good vintage condition.
Wood
$2,800 / set
H 20 in W 17.5 in D 27.5 in
Pair Of Arne Vodder Style Scandinavian Rosewood Single Drawer Side Tables 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant pair of rosewood side tables in the manner of Arne Vodder each having a single top drawer with one featuring a second storage shelf with 7.25” of height space. Beautifully...
Rosewood
$4,081
H 28.35 in W 60.24 in D 29.53 in
1960s VINTAGE DANISH MID-CENTURY TEAK WRITING DESK - ARNE VODDER FOR H.P. HANSEN
By H.P. Hansen, Arne Vodder
Located in Wesseling, DE
Beautiful vintage Danish writing desk from the 1960s designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen. Elegant Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design with refined proportions, warm teak wood ...
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
Sold
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 Arne Vodder, Sibast
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 Arne Vodder, Sibast
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
Arne Vodder Nightstands from the 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arne Vodder Scandinavian Modern nightstands for Vamo Sonderborg. Both bedside tables have a drawer and two shelves. Drawers can be plac...
Teak
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H 19.69 in W 14.57 in L 19.69 in
Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Design Scandinavian Oak Nightstands, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design oak nightstand designed by Arne Vodder and produced in Denmark from circa 1950. Please note that the item is original of the per...
Oak
Rosewood Danish Modern Side Table by Arne Vodder with Shelves
By Virum Møbelsnedkeri, Arne Vodder
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique little side table made of rosewood and teak wood. Country of origin: Denmark, 1960s. Unseen side decoration to hall, living room or to other spaces in Scandinavian Modern st...
Rosewood, Teak