1970s Minimalist Credenza
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Chrome
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Teak
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Teak
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Teak
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Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
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Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Burl, Lacquer, Wood
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Burl, Lacquer
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Aluminum
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Walnut
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Teak
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Oak
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Steel
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Glass, Rosewood
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Oak
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Metal
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Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Oak
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Travertine, Chrome
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Teak
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Metal, Brass
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Jacaranda, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
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Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Metal
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Laminate, Rosewood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
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Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak, Birch
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Metal
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Teak
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Metal, Brass
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Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Oak
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Milk Glass, Rosewood
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Wood
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Burl
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Burl
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
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Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
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Steel
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Chrome
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Metal
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Walnut
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Teak
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Oak
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Teak
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Brass
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Oak
Late 20th Century Belgian Brutalist Credenzas
Oak
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Wood
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Mahogany
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Burl
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Chrome
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Lacquer
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Formica, Wood, Rosewood
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Rosewood
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Teak
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Teak
20th Century American Sideboards
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Ebony
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Chrome
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Oak, Rosewood
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Aluminum
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Oak
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Aluminum
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Burl, Lacquer
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Walnut
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Oak
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Oak
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Teak
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Wood
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Brass
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Chrome
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Elm
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Maple
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Burl
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Lucite
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Birch
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
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