Niels Vodder Furniture
Danish, 1892-1982
One of the greatest cabinetmakers in Denmark, Niels Vodder had an illustrious career in Danish furniture. And just as like-minded duos Kaare Klint and Rudolph Rasmussen or Hans Wegner and Johannes Hansen had, Vodder — in partnership with Finn Juhl for more than 20 years — set a high standard for Scandinavian modernism.
Vodder had already established his position as an in-demand cabinetmaker by the time Juhl came into his small workshop in 1937. Juhl — a pioneer of 20th-century Danish design and a pivotal figure in the introduction of Danish modern in the United States — had often authored technically complicated designs that other woodworkers found impossible to execute. Vodder, however, would prove otherwise through his skill and ingenuity. Together, the two ushered in an era of innovative Danish design to an international audience at annual Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibitions in Copenhagen.
Some of Juhl’s most iconic lounge chairs, such as the NV 45 chair and the Chieftain chair, were first built by Vodder. Most of the seating executed by Vodder was done in teak, although some chairs were handcrafted in mahogany, rosewood and other attractive woods. The Chieftain, formally the FJ 49 A, won the Danish Design Award in the “Classic” category, while the NV 45 can be found in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Juhl’s FJ 51 chair was featured in the United Nations Trusteeship Council chamber — designing and furnishing the chamber was one of Juhl’s notable accomplishments in the early 1950s.
One of the keys to the pair’s success lay in the combination of Juhl’s self-taught approach and Vodder’s progressive outlook on his trade. The latter's workshop was modest in size and he was a pioneer with respect to the use of subcontractors in manufacturing, while Juhl had no formal training in furniture design. Juhl's early ambition was to pursue art history; instead, at his father’s request, he earned a degree in architecture. His studies and enthusiasm for art resulted in inspired pieces that were free from traditional norms, while Vodder possessed the technical prowess to refine and bring these ideas to fruition.
As Ejnar Pedersen — founder of P.P. Møbler — once said, “ (I)f we had no Niels Vodder, we would not have had the Finn Juhl we know today.” Vodder passed away in 1982.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Niels Vodder seating, tables and case pieces.
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Creator: Niels Vodder
Finn Juhl NV-53 Lounge Chair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Finn Juhl design NV-53 lounge chair for Niels Vodder, Denmark. Sophisticated and elegant looking chair with sculpted solid teak arms and frame produced by Niels Vodder in 1953. Newly...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mogens Voltelen 'Copenhagen' Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
By Mogens Voltelen, Niels Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Voltelen for Niels Vodder, lounge chair model ‘Copenhagen', beech, patinated leather, brass, Denmark, design 1936
The ‘Copenhagen’ lounge chair was designed by Mogens Voltele...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Brass
Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder NV-53 Blue Chairs - Pair
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Countryside, IL
Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder NV-53 Blue Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures: 28 wide x 30 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 14.5 and arm height/chair clearance 22.5 inches
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
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Upholstery, Wood
Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare, fine and early example of the iconic "Poet" sofa by Finn Juhl produced by cabinet maker Niels Vodder Denmark, 1941. In good condition and fully restored and upholstered in...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Finn Juhl 'Judas' table in Brazilian Rosewood, Niels Vodder 1948.
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'Judas' table in Brazilian rosewood. Including two extension leaves in very fine original condition. This is the version without silver coin inlays.
Only one owner s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Beech, Rosewood
Niels Vodder NV54 Teak Tambour Cabinet
By Niels Vodder
Located in Dallas, TX
A Niels Vodder NV54 floating teak tambour cabinet. Beautifully restored.
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1950s Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV40 Writing Desk
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A rare Finn Juhl design know as the FJ 40. One of Finn Juhl’s earliest designs that is produced by master cabinet maker Niels Vodder.A small compact writing desk in teak with very fi...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
“Poet” Chair by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder in Denmark, 1950
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A stunning lounge chair model “Poet”, designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Vodder in Denmark around 1950.
The chair is upholstered in high quality yellow ochre fabric, a ...
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1950s European Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Extremely Rare Knud Vodder for Niels Vodder Dining Table in Oregon Pine
By Niels Vodder, Knud Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knud Vodder for Niels Vodder, dining table, Oregon pine, formica, Denmark, designed in 1958.
Knud Vodder, the son and maker of this table Niels Vodder, designed this table specifica...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
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Formica, Pine
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953. Finn Juhl originally designed the 53-series for master joiner Niels Vodder. It was introduced at the Cop...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Brass
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric. Legs of stained beech.
Designed by Finn Juhl 1941, manufactured by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark.
Very fine ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Finn Juhl Lounge Chair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Finn Juhl model NV-45 lounge chair. Teak, fabric. This design first debuted at the 1945 Copenhagan Cabinetmaker's Guild Exhibition, which ran annually from 1927 to 1966. Finn Juhl a...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Model NV45 Easy Chair, Designed by Finn Juhl, Made by Niels Vodder, 1940s
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Model NV45 easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1940s.
Original teak frame, recently upholstered in light oatmeal wool fabric with pale grey ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
A pair of Finn Juhl NV53 easy chairs for Niels Vodder, 1953
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of NV-53 teak easy chairs upholstered with blue fabric.
Designed 1953, executed and marked by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark.
Upholstered with new fabric and in overal...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Finn Juhl Egyptian Teak Dining Chairs
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Kensington, MD
- Designed in 1949 for the Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, this is one of the most iconic designs by Finn Juhl.
- The teak has aged to a deep rich patina and is a strik...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Finn Juhl NV 45 Arm Chair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This exquisite and rare rosewood piece showcases Finn Juhl's highly sought-after design, the NV 45. It's a rare find, as this design is scarcely available, especially in Brazilian Ro...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Finn Juhl 'Judas' Rosewood and Sterling Silver Dining Table, c 1950s, Signed
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptionally rare and sought after, this Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder 'Judas' dining table, 1950s Denmark, was professionally restored and features gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood with sterling silver inlaid medallions which assist in tableware placement and gives the table its infamous name.
Signed underneath with Finn Juhl / Niels Vodder stamp which reads: "Niels Vodder Cabinetmaker Denmark Design Finn Juhl". The table is expandable, with a 22 inch leaf making the table just over 100" fully expanded.
The Judas table...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
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Sterling Silver
Finn Juhl NV-53 Settee by Niels Vodder, Circa 1950's
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare example of the stunning, sculptural settee by Danish design pioneer Finn Juhl. The NV-53 is named after its cabinetmaker, Niels Vodder, and the year of its design, 1953. Its b...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Niels Vodder NV54 Credenza Teak Credenza Danish Mid century Modern
By Illums Bolighus, Niels Vodder
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A stunning sideboard from cabinetmaker Niels Vodder imported from Denmark by Illums Bolighus. This is a highly south after cabinet and rarely comes to market. This example from a sin...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
Finn Juhl, 108 Chair, 1946, in Teak, Made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, Stamped
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Finn Juhl, teak 108 Chair, 1946, made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, stamped
This is an early original chair, made by cabinet maker Niels Vodder in Copenhagen and bearing the stampe...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
NV53 Two Seater Sofa by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in London, GB
An NV53 two-seater sofa designed by Finn Juhl in 1953 and made by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark, shortly after 1953. The frame is carved out of the highest quality teak w...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
Finn Juhl Model Judas Dining Table in Palisander 1950s
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in St-Brais, JU
Mid-Century dining table designed by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder. Made in Denmark, 1948.
The 'Judas' table deserves to be seen as the embodiment of fundamental Mid-Century Danish de...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Outstanding Finn Juhl Rosewood and Silver Inlay "Judas" Dining Table, Restored
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in South Bend, IN
An extremely rare and exceptional mid-century Danish Modern "Judas" extension dining table. This iconic table was designed by Finn Juhl, expertly produced by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, and retailed by Illums Bolighus of Copenhagen, Denmark. The table features an expandable oval top in stunning book-matched Brazilian rosewood, with round silver inlays, floating on a sculptural base with tapered solid rosewood legs. Made in Denmark, circa 1950s.
Branded manufacturer’s mark to underside: "Cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Copenhagen Denmark, Design: Finn Juhl."
Measures: 71"W x 47.25"D x 28.25"H. Extends up to 114.5"W with two 21.75" leaves.
Professionally restored. Excellent condition.
Along with Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Børge Mogensen, Finn Juhl was one of the great masters of mid-20th-century Danish design. Juhl was the first among that group to have his work promoted overseas, bringing the character of the nation’s furnishings — and the inherent principles of grace, craftsmanship and utility on which they were based — to an international audience. A stylistic maverick, Juhl embraced expressive, free-flowing shapes in chair and sofa designs much earlier than his colleagues, yet even his quietest pieces incorporate supple, curving forms that are at once elegant and ergonomic.
Juhl quickly won a following for such signature designs as the supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the biomorphic Baker sofa, and this Judas table, ornamented with stylish inlaid silver plaquettes.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Silver
Danish Armchair in Teak and Fabric Model NV 46 by Finn Jhul for Niels Vodder 195
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Exceptional Scandinavian armchair. Considered one of Finn Juhl's masterpieces, the NV46 armchair was first presented in 1946 and, in teak wood, was only ever made by Niels Vodder. Re...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Judas Dining Table for Niels Vodder, Brazilian Rosewood, Silver Inlay
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Kansas City, MO
Finn Juhl designed "Judas" dining table made by Niels Vodder and retailed by Illums Bolighus of Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s. This is one of the most important and rare dining tables o...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Silver
Rare Pair of Sigurd Ressell Arm Chairs for Niels Vodder, Oak and Leather
By Sigurd Ressell, Niels Vodder
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of sigurd ressell arm chairs for Niels Vodder. Oak and leather seats. Foam and leather have recently been replaced, Rotex webbing is original. One chair still has the origi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Finn Juhl NV-45 Teak Armchair for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finn Juhl all original NV45 armchair. Black leather with it's original black suede seat cushion. Often said the most beautiful chair ever designed and probably Juhl's masterpiece! Ch...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl, NV-45 Lounge Chairs, Teak, Fabric, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of fabric and teak NV-45 lounge chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV-53 Settee
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A rare Finn Juhl designed settee produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder known as the NV53. Teak frame with upholstered seat. Frame stamped with Niels Vodder logo.
Profession...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Fine Pair of NV53 Chairs by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are a very fine pair of NV53 chairs designed by a master of chair design, Finn Juhl and made by a master cabinet maker, Niels Vodder.The beautiful sha...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Brass
Card Table in Teak by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Goteborg, SE
Very rare card table in teak by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder. The table was designed in 1955 and was shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Gu...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
P. Vodder Dining Chairs Model PV55 for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder
Located in San Francisco, CA
P.Vodder design dining chairs Model PV55 for Niels Vodder, Denmark.
High quality design and construction teak dining chairs in the original wool upholstery.
Teak frames are in very...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1950s Scandinavian Modern Judas Dining Table by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare and superb solid wood Judas dining table by Finn Juhl. Manufactured by Niels Vodder, the table features an expandable oval top (...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Silver
Danish Modern Niels Vodder Tambour Door Credenza NV54
By Niels Vodder
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An exquisite example of what a Danish master cabinet maker can design and manufacturer. Known as the NV54 this Niels Vodder designed sideboard is in beautiful original condition. Bea...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Teak
Finn Juhl, Rare Teak Coffee Table FJ-57, 1950s
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Paris, FR
Rare teak coffee model table FJ-57 designed by Finn Juhl in 1957.
Top made from highly figured teak wood supported by a black lacquered metal X-base frame on turned teak wood feet.
...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Metal
Teak Dresser by Borge Mogensen for Neils Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Børge Mogensen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tall seven (7) drawer dresser / chest of drawers designed by Borge Mogensen. Dresser is constructed of solid teak wood with integrated wood handles on an oak base with tapered dowel legs. Made in Denmark by Neils Vodder...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Oak, Teak
Unique Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Finn Juhl
By Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cabinet in white painted mahogany with frosted glass doors and teak grip. Designed in 1949. Maker Niels Vodder.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Finn Juhl Two-Seat Sofa NV53
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in London, GB
NV53 two-seat sofa designed by Finn Juhland made by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1950s. The frame is carved out of teak and covered in a creamy white cotton upholstery....
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl Nv46 Armchair
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in London, GB
Considered one of Finn Juhl's masterpieces the NV46 armchair was first shown in 1946 and only ever made by Niels Vodder. Original black leather with an amazing c...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
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Teak
Hanging Tambour-Doored Bar/Cabinet by Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A hanging bar/cabinet in teak having vertical dividers, U-shaped shelving for glasses, and a milk glass bottom, the unit accessible by a tamboured sl...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture
Materials
Brass
Niels Vodder furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Niels Vodder furniture 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 Niels Vodder furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Niels Vodder were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Madsen & Schubell, Jacob Kjær, and Henry Rosengren Hansen. Prices for Niels Vodder furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,734 and can go as high as $100,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $21,000.