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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
NV 53 Easy chair in solid teak by Finn Juhl, 1953
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
NV 53 - Rare armchair in solid teak with dark gray textile. Stamped by the carpenter. Designed in 1953 by Finn Juhl and made by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Niels Vodder Furniture

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Brass

Finn Juhl, a pair of NV45 chairs in Rosewood for Niels Vodder, 1945
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare pair of Finn Juhl NV-45 chairs with frame of Brazilian rosewood, upholstered with light fabric. Designed 1945 and made at cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. both chairs stamped by N...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture

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Leather, Fabric, Rosewood

Model NV45 Easy Chair, Designed by Finn Juhl, Made by Niels Vodder, 1940s
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
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

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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 by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark. Marked with burn mark by the cabinetmaker. Upholste...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture

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Brass

Set of 8 Finn Juhl Egyptian Teak Dining Chairs
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
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

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Finn Juhl NV 45 Arm Chair
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
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 Rosewood, meticulously crafted by the master cabinet maker Niels Vodder. Our example remains in its original, pristine state, complete with the original purchase order from Den Permanente A/S (dated May 11th, 1984) and the original tag from Niels Vodder in Allerod, Denmark. According to Niels Vodder's son, who oversaw the workshop at the time, this specific chair was one of the last three 1960s productions of the 45 chair...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Niels Vodder Furniture

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Upholstery, Rosewood

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

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Upholstery, Teak

Sideboard "NV54" designed by Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1954
By Niels Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sideboard “NV54” designed by Niels Vodder, Denmark 1954 Teak H: 87 cm / 2' 10 1/4" L: 200 cm / 6' 6 3/4" W: 50 cm / 1' 7 3/5"
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1950s Danish Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture

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Teak

1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of Solid Teak, Seat covered with Natural Leather
By Niels Vodder, Sigurd Ressell
Located in London, GB
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of solid teak, seat covered with natural leather. Made by Cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. Model SR59, designed in 1959 and presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Armchair, Model '109', by Finn Juhl, 1955
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant armchair, model '109', was designed by the danish designer Finn Juhl and manufactured in 1955 by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. It is above all the detailed armrests that m...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture

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Synthetic, 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

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Fabric, Wood

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

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Upholstery, Teak

Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder NV-53 Blue Chairs - Pair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

Finn Juhl 'Judas' table in Brazilian Rosewood, Niels Vodder 1948.
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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Beech, Rosewood

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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Vodder Furniture

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Brass

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

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

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Teak

Teak Dresser by Borge Mogensen for Neils Vodder
By Børge Mogensen, Niels Vodder
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

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Oak, Teak

Finn Juhl 'Judas' Rosewood and Sterling Silver Dining Table, c 1950s, Signed
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
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

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

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Teak

Finn Juhl, 108 Chair, 1946, in Teak, Made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, Stamped
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
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

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Leather, Teak

Outstanding Finn Juhl Rosewood and Silver Inlay "Judas" Dining Table, Restored
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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Silver

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

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Fabric, Teak

Danish Armchair in Teak and Fabric Model NV 46 by Finn Jhul for Niels Vodder 195
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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Fabric, Teak

Rare Pair of Sigurd Ressell Arm Chairs for Niels Vodder, Oak and Leather
By Niels Vodder, Sigurd Ressell
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

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Leather, Oak

Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV-53 Settee
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
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

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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

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Brass

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

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Silver

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

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Metal

Card Table in Teak by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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Teak

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

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Teak

1950s Scandinavian Modern Judas Dining Table by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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Silver

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

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Upholstery, 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

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Brass

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

NV53 Two Seater Sofa by Finn Juhl
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
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

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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 des...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Niels Vodder Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

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.

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