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Arne Vodder (b. 1926, d. 2009)

“Credenza”. Freestanding teak sideboard with six round legs. Front with two reversible sliding doors, resp. black painted and teak. Middle section with seven drawers with curving handles. Bar section with fold-down front with black Formica back. Model 29A. Designed 1958–1959. Manufactured by P. Olsen Sibast. 1950–60s. H. 80.5. L. 250. W. 47 cm.

Provenance: Acquired by present owner's parents 1950–60s.

Literature: “Bygge og Bo”, no. 3, September 1959, p. 5. Literature: “Mobilia” no. 78, January 1962.

When Arne Vodder designed this low sideboard he also presented what is probably the most loved and iconic piece of Danish storage furniture from the 1950–1960s. The model 29A was the flagship in a series of storage furniture that shared many of the same features. The series included chests of drawers, low sideboards and high cabinets. The series was long-lived and enjoyed great success in Europe as well as on the US market. The name “Credenza”, which in Italian simply means cabinet for tableware, probably stuck to this model as this was one of the few pieces of Danish Mid-century furniture that enjoyed a real commercial success in Italy.

Condition

Wear due to age and use. Marks and scratches. Some nicks. One handle with repair. A few handles with chips. Key is enclosed.

Auction

Modern art and design, 2 April 2024

Category
Estimate

40,000–50,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

36,000 DKK  

One bid

When Bidder Bid
36,000 DKK