Arne Vodder, one of Denmark's most prominent mid-20th-century architects and designers, played a key role in defining Scandinavian modernism. Born in Denmark, Vodder initially trained under master carpenter Niels Vodder before studying at the Royal Danish Academy of Arts, where he was mentored by the iconic designer Finn Juhl. Known for his refined furniture designs, Vodder’s work was embraced internationally, gracing spaces like the White House during Jimmy Carter’s presidency, the Vatican, and the UN headquarters. His collaborations with Sibast Furniture in the 1950s and 1960s produced some of his most recognized pieces, celebrated for their elegance and simplicity, and showcased alongside contemporaries like Verner Panton and Nanna Ditzel.