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1940's Traditional style Mahogany Buffet/ Sideboard/ Credenza/ Dry Bar
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Traditional style Mahogany Buffet/ Credenza/ Sideboard/ Dry Bar. Beautifully detailed
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Buffets

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Wood

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Buffet, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Buffet, Art Deco Macassar ebony, 1940s. The buffet consists of two large storage facilities. The
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Macassar

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Buffet, 1940s
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Buffet, 1940s
H 58.27 in W 41.34 in D 17.72 in
1940's Hollywood Regency Asian Chinoiserie Black Lacquered and Painted Buffet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful 1940's Hollywood Regency Asian/ Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Cabinet/ Buffet/ Sideboard
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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Buffets

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Wood

1940s French Rosewood Buffet with Bronze Mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s French rosewood buffet with bronze mounts. Four drawers and two lockable side cabinets
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Vintage 1940s French Buffets

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Bronze

Classic 1940's French Art Deco Palisander Buffet / Sideboard Style Jules Leleu
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Classic 1940's French Art Deco Rosewood Grand Buffet/ Sideboard/ Credenza/ Dry Bar. Interior
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Berlin Iron

Large Neo-Baroque Buffet, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Striking buffet or sideboard of impressive proportions, raised on cabriole legs ending in lions
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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Revival Buffets

Materials

Wood

Large Neo-Baroque Buffet, France, circa 1940s
Large Neo-Baroque Buffet, France, circa 1940s
H 68.9 in W 87.8 in D 26.78 in
Gaston Poisson Brutalist Solid Oak Buffet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This French Brutalist Art Deco buffet / cabinet / vitrine in solid oak was created in the 1940s by
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Art Deco buffet, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Buffet - Art Deco chest of drawers from the 1940s. The furniture is in very good condition, after
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Buffets

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Walnut

French Louis XIV Style Bleached Oak 4-Door Enfilade Buffet, Circa 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
An elongated French buffet with more than two doors is known as an enfilade. This bleached four
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Vintage 1940s French Louis XIV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Swedish Walnut and Burl Buffet with Glass Vitrine, 1940s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This cupboard was manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. It is finished in walnut burl wood. A
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Buffets

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Milk Glass, Walnut, Burl

Oak Buffet with 2 Doors and 3 Drawers by René Gabriel, 1940s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in PARIS, FR
Oak buffet with 2 Doors and 3 Drawers by René Gabriel, 1940s René Gabriel (1899 - 1950) is a
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Vintage 1940s European Buffets

Materials

Oak

Oversized Oak and Leather French Console circa 1940's
Located in New York, NY
to be from the 1940's. The oversized piece is made from natural French oak with an appropriately aged
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Vintage 1940s French Buffets

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique French Empire Style Buffet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Empire style buffet.
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Vintage 1940s French Other Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Empire Style Buffet
Antique French Empire Style Buffet
H 45.5 in W 50 in D 18 in
Fabulous Original Art Deco Buffet, Spectacular
Located in Oakland, CA
Outrageous Amboyna burl wood buffet with a 1940s point of view. Great looking piece, must be
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Amboyna, Wood

Sideboard from 1940s
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a beautiful timeless sideboard from 1940 They were made from walnut wood, which was
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Vintage 1930s Czech Buffets

Materials

Walnut

 Sideboard from 1940s
 Sideboard from 1940s
H 71.66 in W 86.62 in D 21.66 in
French Modernist Mahogany Buffet with Brass Trim
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1940s French buffet or credenza in mahogany with contrasting legs, accents and brass trim
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
beauty that defined the 1940s, as this buffet brings sophistication and refinement to your living space
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 77.17 in D 19.89 in
French Modernist Buffet by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Denton, TX
Stunning French Deco sideboard with geometric design on the doors and machine age turned columns flanking the two doors that open to two adjustable shelves. Other design features Nic...
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20th Century French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Iron

French Modernist Buffet by Charles Dudouyt
French Modernist Buffet by Charles Dudouyt
H 41.63 in W 72.88 in D 22.13 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a sculptural French buffet from the 1940s, crafted with the utmost elegance and
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 19.69 in
Solid Mahogany Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Transport yourself to the captivating world of 1940s France with this remarkable Art Deco buffet
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Mahogany

Solid Mahogany Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Mahogany Credenza, France, 1940s
H 41.93 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 22.84 in
Cerused French Art Deco Oak Buffet, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
"French Art Deco Elegance: 1940s Oak Credenza with Marble Top" Introducing a captivating French
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Cerused French Art Deco Oak Buffet, 1940
Cerused French Art Deco Oak Buffet, 1940
H 413.39 in W 98.82 in D 19.89 in
French Art Deco Rosewood Diamond Marquetry Buffet
Located in North Bergen, NJ
French Art Deco rosewood diamond marquetry buffet. With interior lemon tree wood and nickel-plated
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Buffets

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating sculptural buffet, which draws inspiration from the renowned designer
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 43.71 in W 98.82 in D 25.79 in
Large Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an expansive Dudouyt-inspired French Oak Large Buffet Unit, this remarkable piece
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Large Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Large Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 42.52 in W 91.74 in D 22.84 in
1940s French Deco Sideboard
Located in Pasadena, TX
A deco credenza in mixed exotic woods and a marble trim at base. Ample storage including center shelving and 6 drawers on the left and right concealed with doors. Measures: 95.5" W ...
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Buffets

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Marble

1940s French Deco Sideboard
1940s French Deco Sideboard
H 38 in W 95.5 in D 22 in
James Mont Chin Hua Hollywood Regency Buffet Cabinet
By James Mont
Located in Pasadena, TX
Chin Hua inspired buffet or cabinet designed by James Mont. Ebonized oak with silver leaf
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Buffets

Materials

Silver Leaf

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 92.13 in D 20.08 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.57 in W 75.6 in D 19.69 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.77 in W 75.99 in D 20.08 in
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 14.97 in
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of two storage facilities and covered
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 74.81 in D 21.26 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 55.32 in D 20.08 in
French Art Deco Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble

French Art Deco Credenza, 1940s
French Art Deco Credenza, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 70.87 in D 20.48 in
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.97 in W 77.17 in D 20.08 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.18 in W 77.96 in D 20.48 in
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Rene Gabriel
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This is a typical
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 66.93 in D 20.08 in
French Art Deco Cabinet 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
"French Art Deco Elegance: 1940s Oak Credenza with Marble Top" Introducing a captivating French
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Marble

French Art Deco Cabinet 1940s
French Art Deco Cabinet 1940s
H 40.56 in W 61.82 in D 18.71 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.75 in W 86.62 in D 20.48 in
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.59 in W 78.94 in D 20.48 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
1940s France. Designed in the style reminiscent of Dudouyt's iconic creations, this art deco brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
H 40.16 in W 79.53 in D 19.69 in
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating vintage oak credenza from 1940s France. This exquisite piece showcases
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 38.39 in W 70.48 in D 21.26 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing an exquisite patinated Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s, showcasing the timeless
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 86.62 in D 21.66 in
Oak Credenza from 1940s, France
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
reminiscent of the renowned designer Charles Dudouyt. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail in 1940s
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

 Oak Credenza from 1940s, France
 Oak Credenza from 1940s, France
H 28.75 in W 59.85 in D 13.78 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This French Brutalist Art Deco buffet / cabinet / vitrine in solid oak was created in the 1940s
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 62.6 in W 40.56 in D 16.54 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton-style sideboard in solid oak boasts a stunning brutalist look that brings a touch of raw and powerful design to any space. With two spacious storag...
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a magnificent French oak sideboard, inspired by the bold and distinctive style of renowned designer Charles Dudouyt. This brutalist piece exudes a strong and commanding p...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 19.69 in
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating cerused credenza inspired by the esteemed French furniture designer, Charles Dudouyt. Renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs, Dud...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.75 in W 77.17 in D 20.87 in
Bleached Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Unearthed in Normandy, this piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of three compartments with shelves whose doors ...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 42.52 in W 57.88 in D 20.87 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This heavy Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 97.64 in D 24.02 in
Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton style piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of three compartments with shelves ...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 61.03 in D 19.69 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton style piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves wh...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern Buffet
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern buffet Tommi Parzinger five-drawer mahogany
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Buffets

Materials

Brass

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an exceptional French oak sideboard dating back to the 1940s, distinguished by its
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 63.59 in D 19.3 in
Bleached Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting a credenza from the 1940s, meticulously crafted in France from solid oak. This Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 78.55 in D 20.08 in
French Bleached Credenza, Walnut, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Elegant credenza, walnut, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Bleached Credenza in solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 29.93 in W 64.38 in D 16.54 in
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt, Atelier Courtrai
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid natural oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of three storage facilities
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 39.77 in W 79.14 in D 17.72 in
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 21.86 in
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid natural oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of three storage facilities
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 78.75 in D 21.26 in
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1940s Buffet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1940s buffet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every 1940s buffet was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1940s buffet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1940s buffet, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1940s buffet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charles Dudouyt, Paul Frankl and Jules Leleu produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1940s Buffet?

Prices for a 1940s buffet start at $355 and top out at $1,800,000 with the average selling for $5,500.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1940s Buffet
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Buffet furniture typically refers to the type of table found in dining rooms on which a host or hostess can serve food buffet style. A buffet table is usually taller than a sideboard, but carries a nearly identical function and form.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A floating buffet is a cabinet that is wall-mounted in a way that floats above the ground. It generally has a flat surface that looks suspended. These buffets offer a sleek and modern look as compared to traditional storage options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What you put in a buffet is a matter of personal preference. Traditionally, the purpose of a buffet is to provide storage in dining areas, so many people choose to keep dishes, servingware and glassware inside. However, you're free to use a buffet in any way that suits your organizational needs. Place one in the foyer to hide away shoes, bags and accessories, or put one in the living room to store board games and media. The only limit on how you can use a buffet in your home is your imagination. Explore a wide range of buffets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The standard buffet is 30 inches tall.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A buffet cupboard is sometimes called a sideboard in the United States. Buffet comes from the French buffet à deux corps, which referred to a storage and display case. However, a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying attractive kitchenware and certainly makes more sense in the context of buffet dining — abundant meals served for crowds of people. Sideboards in England and France were a place to keep hot water for rinsing silverware and from which to serve cold drinking water, but the pieces would later evolve into double-bodied structures that allowed for the display of serveware and utensils on open shelves. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and new buffet cabinets, sideboards and other case furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A buffet lamp can be used on a buffet, bedroom dressers, hall console tables, sofa tables, etc. They are identified by their long narrow necks and tiny shades. Find a variety of buffet lamps on 1stDibs to meet your requirements.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Credenzas are small, typically fancy, legless buffets.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a hutch vs. a buffet is the design. A hutch is a piece of storage furniture that has a lower cabinet and an upper storage area with shelves that are open or placed behind doors. A buffet lacks this top storage area. Some hutches feature detachable tops and can convert into buffets. Find a variety of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Buffet servers — or buffets —are available in various materials, sizes, styles, and designs. Choosing the best buffet server is a matter of preference that complements your home décor. A buffet server is supposed to be functional and useful; you should choose one with drawers or shelves based on your needs. Find a wide collection of antique and vintage buffets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The terms buffet and sideboard are used interchangeably, although buffets generally have higher legs and stand 34 to 38 inches tall.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The main difference between a buffet and a sideboard is that a buffet is usually slightly taller than a sideboard. However, both types of tables are typically found in the dining room and both serve the same function as a place to put serving dishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Buffet tables and sideboards are both types of cabinet furniture. Though often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece which is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard (it's not uncommon to find a sideboard in a foyer, however). Find a wide range of mid-century modern buffets and sideboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

    Find vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Bernard Buffet used a variety of media over the course of his career. The French artist produced more than 8,000 paintings, employing watercolors and oil paints. He also worked in lithography and produced engravings and prints. Some of his most famous pieces include Tête de Clown, Deux Hommes Nus and Nature Morte. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Bernard Buffet art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.

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