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.
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Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 207 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 207 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood Executive Desk This desk measures: 80.5 wide x 35.25 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches Good V...
Rosewood
1960s 1970s Rio Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Rio Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture Object: Desk Manufacturer: Sibast Furniture Condition: Good Age: Circa 1960-1970 Dimensions: Width = 179.5cm Dep...
Rosewood
$14,236
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 18.51 in
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Brazilian Rosewood for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Brazilian Rosewood and Metal, Denmark, 1960's Sideboard designed by Arne Vodder, made in Denmark in the 1960's, with signature tambour doors that slide smoo...
Metal
$1,998Sale Price|60% Off
H 28 in W 65.5 in D 23.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Drop Leaf Desk for H.Sigh Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Arne Vodder teak drop leaf desk for H.Sigh Denmark. Beautiful Teak desk with 3 drawer and 1 removable extension leaf on the right side. Desk top slides lef...
Teak
$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 Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Sarasota, FL
Beautiful pair of Arne Vodder chests, newly refinished.
Teak
Danish Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian Desk. 2 x 2 drawers on the front (with keys). Very beautiful workmanship. Elegant and sober design. The boxes are connected to the furniture structure by magni...
Brass
Arne Vodder styled Mid Century Desk with Allan Gould Chair
By Arne Vodder
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A wonderful walnut desk with boomerang sculptural top, two drawers one small and one file sized with brass pulls. Also includes an Allan Gould compass desk chair which was used by th...
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Teak Sideboard / Credenze, Arne Vodder for Sibast, C. 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking example of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, this Model 37 credenza was designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler around 1960. Crafted in richly grained teak, the piece fe...
Teak
$12,521
H 30.71 in W 71.86 in D 19.49 in
Rare Danish design model: OS29 sideboard by Arne Vodder for Sibast Rosewood 1950
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Timeless Elegance Meets Modern Functionality: The Arne Vodder Model OS29 Sideboard in rosewood 1950 Denmark. Are you seeking a piece of design history that exudes sophistication and...
Rosewood
$6,500
H 28.75 in W 68.75 in D 37.5 in
Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen, Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning Danish modern executive desk, meticulously designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark during the 1960s. This exquisite piece offers a spacious work area, perfect f...
Steel
Teak Arne Vodder sideboard Model 29 early model for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very elegant sideboard designed by the great Danish designer Arne Vodder. Produced in the 1950s by Sibast, Denmark. This piece is of very high quality and very timeless due to the sl...
Teak
$5,794
H 46.86 in W 59.45 in D 13.78 in
Rare danish design rosewood bookcase by Arne vodder for Sibast furniture 1958
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century modern sophistication with the Arne Vodder rosewood bookcase, featuring two glass sliding doors with aluminum grips, crafted in 1958 for Sibast F...
Aluminum
$13,802 / set
H 35.44 in W 54.34 in D 19.69 in
Rare Pair of Rosewood Arne Vodder Cabinets / Sideboards, Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb and very rare pair of cabinets or sideboards in rosewood designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast in Denmark in the 1960s. Very good original condition with minor sign...
Wood
Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood for H.P. Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
This elegant freestanding desk was designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen in Denmark in the 1960s. Made of richly grained rosewood, it features a rare symmetrical design with drawer...
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian Desk. 2 x 2 drawers on the front (with keys). Very beautiful workmanship. Elegant and sober design. The boxes are connected to the furniture structure by magni...
Brass
Arne Vodder Executive Desk in Rosewood
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, executive corner desk, rosewood, Denmark 1950s. This desk is executed in a dark tone rosewood. This luxurious piece was designed by one of the best...
Rosewood
Arne Vodder Rectangular Desk in Teak for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Executive desk, in teak by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s. This luxurious piece was designed by one of the best designers Denmark has known and is produced by Sibast. Vodder designed a large series of desks for this company, including this example of the 200 series. This rectangular desk...
Teak
Arne Vodder Desk in Teak for Sibast Møbler
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Desk model 60, in teak, by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, circa 1956. Refined writing table by Danish designer Arne Vodder. The design is sincere. An open look is created...
Teak
Arne Vodder Executive Teak Desk for Sibast, 1958
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Hamburg, PA
A commanding example of Danish Modern mastery, this Arne Vodder executive desk—designed in 1958 for Sibast —epitomizes Scandinavian design. Crafted in richly figured teak with a warm...
Teak
Arne Vodder Rosewood Executive Desk 207 for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking Mid-Century Modern executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960s. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, this substantial piece exemplifies Vodder’s...
Rosewood
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H 28.35 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Danish Teak Executive Desk model 206 by Arne Vodder for Sibast 1960.
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian executive desk with, on the front, 3 drawers on the left and 2 drawers on the right including a document holder, the top drawers lock (keys provided). T he bottom...
Rattan, Teak
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H 28.35 in W 80.32 in D 80.32 in
Arne Vodder L-shaped Executive Desk in Rosewood for Sibast, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
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...
Rosewood
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H 28.5 in W 98 in D 41.25 in
Danish Modern 'Model 207' Executive Arne Vodder Teak Desk for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in San Antonio, TX
Large Danish modern 'Model 207' executive teak desk designed by Arne Vodder. This Danish mid-century modern features 3 drawers on the left and one drawer and a larger compartment on ...
Teak
Arne Vodder Rosewood Desk & Return for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in San Antonio, TX
Danish modern executive desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast made of Rosewood, circa 1960s. The main desk features two drawers (tray & file storage) and on the back, a compartment with two shelves. The return desk features a sliding door with shelves, 5 lacquered trays, and a drawer. This mid-century modern desk is in good condition with some wear on the colored lacquered pull trays as seen in the images. Dimensions: Desk: 80" x 35" x 28.50 Return desk: 66" x 16.50" x 25" "Arne Vodder was born in Denmark in 1926. In 1951 Arne opened his own architectural studio with fellow architect Anton Borg, successfully designing approximately 1100 low-cost houses. After this, Vodder transitioned to designing furniture due to the international acclaim Denmark was receiving for it’s furniture throughout the 1950’s and 1960's. Vodder's most famous furniture designs include a handleless rosewood sideboard with drawers, and Vodder's chaise longue produced by Bovirke. A signature characteristic of Arne's work is the lack of sharp edges on his furniture. Vodder worked with companies such as Fritz Hansen, Sibast, Cadovius, Nielaus, Erik Jorgenson...
Rosewood
Vintage Rosewood Model 208 Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Rosewood Model 208 Desk by arne Vodder for Sibast. Crafted with precision and elegance, this desk is a true testament to the timeless beauty and functional excellence that charac...
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Danish desk by Arne Vodder A midcentury Danish desk designed by Arne Vodder and produced in Santos rosewood in the 1970s. The desk has tree drawers to the left and a pen tray with ...
Rosewood