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.
Arne Vodder Sibast 1960’s Teak Credenza
By Arne Vodder
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Seldom seen 8’ plus Arne Vodder for Sibast teak sideboard now available. This handsome chest has been impeccably restored and has two tambour doors, 5 drawers and three interior shel...
Teak, Leather
Model 29 - Sideboard in teak by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 29 - Teak sideboard with 6 drawers and 2 reversible sliding doors. Designed in 1958 by Arne Vodder. Marked by manufacturer Sibast Furniture.
Teak, Lacquer
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Teak with Reversible Doors
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, credenza model 29A, teak, Denmark, 1959 This teak sideboard was designed by renowned Danish designer Arne Vodder and showcases the refined craftsmansh...
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
$11,095
H 32 in W 77.5 in D 19.5 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Triennale Mid Century Danish Teak 8 Drawer Dresser
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Triennale Mid Century Danish Teak 8 Drawer Dresser This lowboy measures: 77.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 32 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Dresser has Stain We...
Teak
$9,418
H 29.73 in W 71.66 in D 19.49 in
1960s Vintage Danish Mid-Century Teak Sideboard OS29 by Arne Fodder for Sibast
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Wesseling, DE
Rare ‘OS29’ sideboard designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark during the 1960s. One of the most celebrated and influential figures of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, Vodder bec...
Teak
Danish Teak Sideboard with Tambour Doors, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Very nice sideboard in the style of Arne Vodder produced in Denmark around 1960. This model features beautiful tambour doors which slide into the back. Inside we find adjustable shel...
Teak
$4,243
H 32.29 in W 80.71 in D 18.12 in
Sven Andersen Sideboard in Teak, Scandinavian Modern, Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Introducing the sideboard designed by Sven Andersen – an exquisite masterpiece that seamlessly blends the timeless elegance of Scandinavian Modern design with the iconic flair of Mid...
Brass
$10,470
H 29.73 in W 19.49 in D 71.86 in
60s 70s Teak Sideboard Arne Vodder OS29 Triennale for Sibast Furniture
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak sideboard Arne Vodder OS29 Triennale for Sibast Furniture Object: sideboard Manufacturer: Sibast Furniture Condition: good Age: a...
Teak
$3,772
H 32.29 in W 61.03 in D 18.12 in
Sven Andersen Sideboard in Teak, Scandinavian Design, Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Introducing the sideboard designed by Sven Andersen – an exquisite masterpiece that seamlessly blends the timeless elegance of Scandinavian Modern design with the iconic flair of Mid...
Brass
Arne Vodder for Sibast Dresser Chest in Teak 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Handewitt, DE
Chest of drawer in teak, esigned by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture Denmark. In front with 6 drawers and convex handles. Denmark 1960s.
Teak
Sideboard Model No.21 in Oak by Omann Jun. Møbelfabrik
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Handewitt, DE
Omann Jun. sideboard, model no.21 in oak. In front with sliding doors and inside with shelfes and drawers. Denmark, 1960s. In very good vintage condition, with minor signes of age. S...
Oak
High Quality Danish Sideboard with Brass Handle Inlays 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Beautiful danish sideboard in dark wood with brass handle inlays. In front with 3 sliding doors and 8 drawers. Behind the doors with shelves.High quality production. Denmark 1950s.
Brass
Kurt Østervig Low Walnut Sideboard with Bookcase Top 1950s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Handewitt, DE
Beautiful danish low sideboard with bookcase top. Design by Kurt Østervig for Brande Møbelindustrie. Denmark, 1950s. Made in finest walnut and oak. In front with 3 drawers and on top...
Oak, Walnut
Fine Danish Teak Cabinet by N.C.Møbler 1960
By NC Möbler
Located in Handewitt, DE
Elegant Danish teak cabinet with drawers and doors. We think it’s by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler Denmark. Often as described as Arne Vodder. It’s the same, very good quality. Prod....
Teak
Rare Børge Mogensen Sideboard / Double Dresser Set 1950s.
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered Børge Mogensen sideboard / double dresser set. (W.450 cm) Produced in teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik 1950s. Chest with 8 drawers, s...
Oak, Teak
