Pair of Refined Arne Vodder Armchairs by Vamo (Attr)
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Arne Vodder is one of the most celebrated Danish designers of the mid 20th century. His designs are loved for their sharp understated elegance, perfect proportions and inspired organic forms. These armchairs for high end Danish maker Vamo perfectly captures Vodder's gifted approach to furniture design.
An organic, confidently shaped frame in Afromosia are low and sleek with proportions and details that show off the skill of this iconic designer. Crafted for maximum comfort and durability, this is finished beautifully with reupholstered cushions for understated elegance. These stunning armchairs shine from every angle and is ready to take pride of place in any contemporary interior.
Each piece is checked and carefully hand restored at our Kingsland studio workshop. Our focus is preserving the character and patina of the design while ensuring it displays beautifully in a contemporary interior.
Each piece is checked and carefully restored at our Kingsland studio workshop. Our focus is preserving the character and patina of the design while ensuring it displays beautifully in a contemporary interior.
- Joints checked and reglued
- Timber cleaned and stains removed
- Veneer repairs if needed
- Surfaces polished / refinished
The items showcased in our gallery are constantly changing – not all items are on display at once.
Please enquire if there is a specific piece you would like to view and we’ll make sure it’s in the gallery.
All pieces are available for collection in person from our Ponsonby gallery. We are also happy to provide a quote for delivery throughout New Zealand.
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Pair of Refined Arne Vodder Armchairs by Vamo (Attr)
Note: We showcase a curated edit from the Mr. Bigglesworthy catalogue. Please contact us to view specific items.
Arne Vodder (1926 – 2009) was a renowned Danish furniture designer and architect. He was trained by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder at the school of interior design in the mid-1940s. He further graduated as an architect in 1947 at Kunstakadamiet in Copenhagen, with Finn Juhl as professor and mentor. Finn Juhl later became his friend and business partner.
After graduation, Vodder started as an architect at Hindsgaul in Copenhagen and worked on various design assignments, focusing primarily on office decor. In 1951, he opened his own design studio with the architect Anton Borg. Together they designed over 1,000 low-cost houses which proved to be a great success.
By the late 1950s, furniture had become Vodder’s focus, he worked with several of Denmark’s leading furniture makers. His designs for Fritz Hansen, Vamo, Sibast, France & Son and several other companies lead to highly successful designs that would define the Danish modern aesthetic during the mid-20th century.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Vodder worked with the furniture company Sibast on several ranges of office furniture which did particularly well on the international market. His furniture was used in the White House by American President Jimmy Carter and by Libyan leader Muannar Gadafi. It could also be seen in banks, airline offices, embassies, and hotels across the globe.
Arne Vodder's contribution to Danish modern design is significant and continues to be celebrated today.
