While the origins of Sibast can be traced back to wooden furnishings created in a modest cabinetmaker’s workshop in 1908, the Danish company is best known for the vintage dining chairs, desks, armchairs and other pieces it produced during the postwar years. Owing largely to the creative direction of designer Helge Sibast during that period, the manufacturer is internationally revered today for its wide range of sleek and collectible Scandinavian modern furniture.
Sibast was established by cabinetmaker Peder Olsen Sibast in 1908 as a small carpentry shop in rural Denmark. Peder's son Helge was born that year and began apprenticing alongside his father at a young age. In the 1940s, when the elder Sibast passed away, Helge assumed a management role at the company alongside his siblings, Ole and Emma.
Helge was tasked with leading design, production and product development at a time when what we now call mid-century modernist furniture design was gaining popularity with American consumers and elsewhere, and his own designs reflected a focus on craftsmanship and an emphasis on clean lines as well as the use of organic materials in their construction. Sibast also enlisted the talents of other renowned Danish modernists including Piet Hein, Arne Vodder and Grete Jalk. Vodder designed many of the brand’s armchairs, dining tables and dining chairs that were exported to the United States throughout the ‘50s and ‘60s.
In 1953, the company introduced two of Helge Sibast's most celebrated creations — the Sibast No. 7 and No. 8 chairs. The popular Sibast No. 7 dining chair is noted for its floating backrest and expressive form. With its sturdy Y-frame, the unassuming Sibast No. 8 was a worldwide hit when it debuted, and its simple and functional mid-century modern appeal made it an instant classic. In the 1960s, Sibast chairs were even purchased for interiors at the White House.
The Sibast family sold the company in 1984 but retained the copyrights to Helge's designs. In 2012, Helge's grandson Ditlev and his wife Anna relaunched the Sibast furniture company. The brand’s offerings include many of Helge's original creations alongside new designs that adhere to the company's long-held tradition of creating sculptural, innovative and functional furniture.
Find vintage Sibast storage pieces, seating and tables on 1stDibs.
Arne Vodder for Sibast 75" Tambour Door Credenza/Cabinet in Teak Made in Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Danish icon Arne Vodder, this wonderful cabinet was produced by Sibast, the producer of some of the most iconic pieces ever made, such as the Bovirke Chaise. This cabinet...
Teak
Danish Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Sideboard Credenza 1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exceptional Mid-Century teak, rare, sliding tambour door, credenza designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler made in Denmark, circa 1960’s. World famous for winning the Gold Medal at the 1958 Milan Triennale design awards. This smartly crafted credenza with uniquely sliding tambour doors is a perfect collaboration of design and function. Beautifully embellished with bands of teak running perpendicular to the main surface. with a fully finished back and interior. The finished back side makes this credenza ideal for placement in an open floor plan, making it a great focal point. Featuring two beautifully grained teak wood, sliding tambour cabinet...
Teak
Arne Vodder Danish Modern Credenza with Reversible Black Doors - Refinished
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Danish Modern Credenza, designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is currently being refinished and will look incredible when completed. The pr...
Metal
Danish Teak Sled Leg Credenza by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning sled leg teak server by Arne Vodder for Sibast features five center drawers and sliding doors enclosing adjustable shelves. Ideal buffet sideboard for dining room or fo...
Teak
Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Long 8 Drawers Credenza Dresser
By Sibast, George Tanier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vodder Sibast Danish Mid-Century Modern teak long 8 drawers credenza dresser.
Teak
Arne Vodder Rosewood Sideboard with Colored Drawers, Sibast Møbler, 1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant and distinctive sideboard designed by Arne Vodder in the 1950s and produced by Sibast Møbler in Denmark. Crafted in rosewood with beautifully figured grain, the piece feature...
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Rosewood Sideboard for George Tanier, Denmark 1960s
By George Tanier, Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Rosewood sideboard by Arne Vodder for George Tanier. Made in Denmark in the 1960s, this piece has exceptional presence and is in...
Chrome
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza This credenza measures: 54 wide x 19.5 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza by Arne Vodder
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern teak tambour door credenza designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in Denmark, circa 1950s. This teak sideboard, also known as model #37, is a masterpiece of Danish furnitur...
Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza This credenza measures: 54 wide x 19.5 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
Teak
1960s Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler / George Tanier Credenza in Teak, Model 37
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large teak credenza sideboard, Model 37, initially designed by Arne Vodder in 1960 and produced by Sibast in Denmark. This example dates to the early 1960s. The piece has a...
Teak
1960s Arne Vodder for Sibast Denmark Rosewood Triennale No. 29 Credenza
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a "Triennale" credenza sideboard, model 29A, initially designed by Arne Vodder in 1957 and produced by Sibast in Denmark. This example dates to the 1960s. The piece has a cas...
Rosewood, Teak
$4,295
H 33.25 in W 72 in D 20.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Credenza Dresser by Bert England for John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous brutalist credenza or long dresser by Bert England for John Stuart. Bi fold doors open to reveal 8 total drawers and a shelf. Walnut mosaic panels which are framed. Marble top on 90 % front edge is walnut. Brass tubular base with walnut sabots. A true quality piece. Signed John Stuart. Has been refinished. All doors...
Carrara Marble, Brass
Mid-Century American of Martinsville Long Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This American of Martinsville dresser has six hefty drawers, giving you an incredible amount of storage space. Sleek design with black conical cabinet pulls, recessed drawer pulls, a...
Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Long Teak Dresser
Located in Baltimore, MD
Attractive long low Danish modern sleek smooth face teak 8 long low dresser. This is a very simple yet modern 8 drawer design. Each drawer has beautiful medium tone stunning teak gra...
Teak
Danish MCM rosewood sideboard by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Rare sideboard in rosewood by Arne Vodder. Produced by Helge Sibast, 1960s. Front with four doors enclosing shelves, drawers, sliding trays and a bar interior. Inbuilt lighting. T...
Rosewood
$5,800 / set
H 30 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Teak Mid Century Modern Bachelor Chest Dresser Pair
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful pair of Arne Vodder chests, newly refinished.
Teak
$5,600
H 28 in W 68.5 in D 22 in
Mid Century Modern White Bubble Front Dresser or Credenza after Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek ultra mod look after Karl Springer. This 6 drawer dresser features semi-gloss white laminate sculptural design with tons of storage.
Laminate, Wood
$2,595
H 36 in W 78 in D 20.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser with Brass Accents, 78" Long, 1960s
By American of Martinsville, Oscar Niemeyer, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A striking example of mid-century modern American furniture, this long walnut dresser features a sculptural and architectural silhouette accentuated by refined polished brass accents...
Brass
Danish Denmark Mid Century Modern Long Teak Dresser
Located in Baltimore, MD
Attractive long low Danish modern sleek smooth face teak 6 long low dresser. This is a very simple yet modern 6 drawer design. Each drawer has beautiful medium tone stunning teak grains with attractive inset slit drawers carved out minimal pulls. At the pull of the 6 drawers you will expose plenty of storage. A clean simple framed cabinet with minimalist drawer, thin rounded trim edge design, topped with beautiful teak grains on top which has beautiful light and dark grains, creating a beautiful face, and top to this mid-century Danish modern low dresser...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning Danish modern teak tambour credenza, crafted by Dyrlund in the 1970s, is a true testament to Scandinavian design principles. Its sleek lines and warm teak wood bring bo...
Teak
Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Sideboard
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite vintage teak sideboard features elegant sculpted pulls, tapered legs and shapely leg stretcher for addition support. Spacious interior cabinet offers adjustable shelf ...
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Danish modern teak tambour door credenza designed in Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece features a well-crafted teak case with two t...
Teak
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. Featuring reversable sliding door, finished back, sculpted and raised back edge ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Small Sideboard in Rosewood
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture, sideboard, rosewood, Denmark, 1960s. This small rosewood sideboard is designed by Arne Vodder and is an iconic example of Danish midcentury furni...
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Rosewood with Reversible Black Doors
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Credenza model 29A, in rosewood by Arne Vodder for P. Olsen Sibast Møbler, Denmark, 1959. Iconic sideboard in rosewood by Danish designer Arne Vodder. The typical refined Vodder det...
Wood
Arne Vodder 29A Credenza in Teak by Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Iconic large credenza by Arne Vodder in teak for Sibast circa 1955. Beautiful teak case with reversible teak / black formica doors. Excellent storage with adjustable shelves behind t...
Teak
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H 34 in W 78.5 in D 19.75 in
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Credenza Sideboard By Arne Vodder For Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This streamlined Scandinavian Modern rosewood credenza / sideboard is by Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast. It features a stunning rosewood grain throughout with sleek tambour d...
Rosewood
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H 30 in W 72 in D 19 in
Mid Century Credenza/Sideboard by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbelfabrik, C1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of this Mid-Century Credenza/Sideboard, Model 29, crafted by the renowned designer Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. This exquisite piec...
Teak
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H 47.25 in W 98.43 in D 19.69 in
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard with Tambour Doors by Arne Vodder
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 250x50x120 cm (L x D x W) This large sideboard was designed by famous Architect and Furniture Designer Arne Vodder in the 60s for Sibast in Denmark. The sideboard is made...
Teak
Arne Vodder Credenza Model 29 for Sibast, Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arne Vodder model 29 credenza for Sibast, Denmark. Iconic design by one of Denmark's masters Arne Vodder's Model 29 credenza. High quality materia...
Teak
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H 32 in W 49.5 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Drop Front Bar Credenza
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Drop Front Bar Credenza This credenza measures: 49.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Teak
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H 29.93 in W 71.66 in D 19.3 in
Sideboard Model OS 29 In Teak By Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1950's
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Hellouw, NL
Arne Vodder is one of the great Danes when talking about furniture design. He graduated under the legendary Finn Juhl at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen and subse...
Teak
Arne Vodder Model-37 Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Teak
Arne Vodder Teak Credenza Model 29 for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in San Diego, CA
Arne Vodder Credenza, Model 29, for Sibast. The sideboard has 6 drawers, two adjustable shelves behind two sliding doors. The beautiful bowtie front drawers are a beautiful statement...
Teak
Arne Vodder Model 29 Teak Credenza for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
The Arne Vodder Model 29 Sideboard is a Danish modern classic. Designed by Arne Vodder and made by Sibast in Denmark in the 1950s, this understate...
Teak