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Rare credenza by Martin Eisler
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Extremely rare bench credenza by Martin Eisler c. 1950 for Moveis Artesanal.
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Rare credenza by Martin Eisler
Rare credenza by Martin Eisler
H 40.16 in W 99.22 in D 20.87 in
Karl Springer Rare Credenza in Taupe Leather and Brass 1985 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "three door, three drawer cabinet" covered in taupe leather with brass accents
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Custom Credenza Rosewood Curved Front
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare credenza designed by Edward Wormley and custom made by Dunbar for Mellin Furniture Galleries
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage British Mid-Century Modern Teak Compact Credenza by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in San Marcos, CA
1960s. This rare credenza, recently imported from Europe to California before its refinishing, features
Category

Vintage 1960s English Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Florence Knoll Maple Credenza with Leather Pulls and Oak Drawers Early 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early and rare credenza in maple by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. This classic modern
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Danish Modern Rosewood Model-20 Credenza by Niels O. Moller
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, circa 1950s. This rare credenza corresponds to model #20 from a unique collection by designer Niels O
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Chrome and Burl Wood Credenza in the Style of Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Fine burl wood rare credenza in the style of Willy Rizzo. The chrome accents, along the clean lines
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Burl

Chrome and Burl Wood Credenza in the Style of Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Fine burl wood rare credenza in the style of Willy Rizzo. The chrome accents, along the clean lines
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Burl

Chrome and Burl Wood Credenza in the Style of Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Fine burl wood rare credenza in the style of Willy Rizzo. The chrome accents, along the clean lines
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Burl

Rare large rattan and mirrored credenza
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Amazing large rattan and mirrored credenza with palmtrees patterns. 4 push to open doors, 4 drawers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Credenzas

Materials

Rattan, Mirror

Rare large rattan and mirrored credenza
Rare large rattan and mirrored credenza
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 90.56 in
Rare Arne Vodder Danish Teak Credenza
By Arne Vodder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual Danish teak credenza designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast, ca
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Rare Arne Vodder Danish Teak Credenza
Rare Arne Vodder Danish Teak Credenza
H 24.5 in W 65.75 in D 15.75 in
Rare Arenson Studios Copper Clad Credenza
By Arenson Studios
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Arenson Studios cooper clad credenza. Hand engraved abstract designs throughout. Interior
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Copper

Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5177 Rare Victorian display cabinet / chiffonier of serpentine design, having shaped top above
Category

Antique 19th Century British Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza
Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza
H 40.16 in W 60.24 in D 15.75 in
Rare Woven Front Credenza by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare woven front credenza with walnut strips interlacing unique rectangular rods. Four (4
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Rare william watting credenza in teak + grasscloth
By William Watting
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Holland Designer: William Watting Manufacturer: Fristho Franeker Era: 1956 Materials: Teak, Grasscloth Measurements: 82.75" wide x 18.5" deep x 33.5" tall Condition: In exce...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Grasscloth, Teak

Rare "Patch Work" Copper Credenza by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare "Patch Work" credenza by Paul Evans, the six patinated acid copper doors over a typical copper
Category

Vintage 1970s American Credenzas

Materials

Copper

Rare Vladimir Kagan Credenza, Vladimir Kagan Designs, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
This credenza is a magnificent Vladimir Kagan collectors item. Featuring a maple veneered top and
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Rare & Impressive 17th Century Painted Italian Credenza, Monumental Size
Located in Nashville, TN
Incredible 17th century painted (original paint) Italian credenza with marbleized drawers concealed
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Rare "Seven" Credenza by Luigi Saccardo for Gasparello, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Saccardo, Gasparello Arredamento Contemporaneo
Located in Milan, IT
Rare "Seven" credenza by Luigi Saccardo for Gasparello. Capable totemic unit with chest of drawers
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Paul Evans Rare Large "Deep Relief Credenza" 1968 (Signed and Dated)
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important hand-welded steel 4 door "Deep Relief Sculpted Credenza" with hand-painted
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Slate, Steel

Credenza Sideboard Art Nouveau Art Deco Buffet Rare to Find France
Located in Berlin, DE
A French Art Nouveau walnut credenza in ash and rosewood, featuring depicted in marquetry and deep
Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite & Rare Harvey Probber Credenza Dresser w. Arpad Rasti Enameled Doors
By Arpad Rosti, Harvey Probber
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning and rare collaboration between Harvey Probber and Arpad Rosti. This piece has been
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel

Rare Signed Pia Manu Ceramic Slate Sculpted Brutalist Credenza Sideboard Buffet
By Pia Manu
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare signed Pia Manu (pictures) Ceramic slate sculpted 4-door Credenza Buffet Sideboard. One side
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Slate, Metal

Rare Pair Haug Snekkeri Bruksbo Cabinets Credenzas in Full Bookmatched Rosewood
By Bruksbo, Haug Snekkeri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This very rare cabinets were designed in the 1960s by Haug Snekkeri for Danish furniture maker
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Rosewood

Rare Danish Credenza / Sideboard Model 20 by Niels Otto Moller 1950 Rosewood
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare and gorgeous Danish design credenza Model: 20 by Niels Otto Moller for J.L. Mollers in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Rare Sculptural Credenza / Stereo Cabinet in Walnut in Manner of Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This extraordinary Mid Century Modern sculptural credenza captures both functionality and visual
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Rare 17th Century Tuscan Baroque Credenza Console Cabinet Italian Antiques LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A good late 17th century-early 18th century Tuscan baroque polychrome decorated credenza cabinet 2
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Rare Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Double Sided Room Divider Credenza with S
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Custom designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar this cleverly designed walnut credenza, sideboard
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Important and Rare Red Goatskin with Ebonized Wood Credenza by Paul Dupré-Lafon
By Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in Montreal, QC
Important black lacquered wood, goatskin and red leather covered credenza by Paul Dupré Lafon, the
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Goatskin

Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Maple Predictor Credenza by Paul McCobb for O’hearn
By O'Hearn Furniture 1, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful unique Mid-Century Modern solid maple credenza sideboard #8354 designed by Paul McCobb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Fornasetti Trumeau Gran Coromandel Credenza Rare, N. 1 Out of 3 Pieces Ltd. Ed
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Long Island, NY
Fornasetti Trumeau - Gran Coromandel Limited Edition This is Number 1 out of 3 ever made. Made in Italy.  
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Rare Wall Mount Teak Credenza by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen Made in 1952
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak wall mount credenza / cabinet with two sliding doors and four drawers. Designed by Hans
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Credenza by Silvio Cavatorta
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
that goes beyond Italian design, Cavatorta furniture remains unique, rare and of the highest quality
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Credenza by Silvio Cavatorta
Credenza by Silvio Cavatorta
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 20.48 in
Irish Victorian Burl Walnut Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, adding to the overall charm of the piece. This Irish Victorian burr walnut credenza is a rare and
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Oak Gothic Revival Credenza, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Gothic Revival credenza. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak with
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Gothic Revival Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Oak Gothic Revival Credenza, 1930s
Oak Gothic Revival Credenza, 1930s
H 45.87 in W 45.87 in D 19.3 in
Victorian walnut credenza display cabinet
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian walnut credenza display cabinet This superb quality Victorian walnut credenza display
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Italian Credenza with Glass Shelf, 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
credenza is rare, featuring four flat paneled doors that reveal two shelves and separate storage spaces
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood

Aldo Tura Goatskin Credenza, Italy 1970
By Aldo Tura
Located in Chicago, IL
Aldo Tura Goatskin Credenza, Italy 1970. Very rare gray color. Credenza is in beautiful condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Goatskin

1950s William Doezema Mastercraft Credenza
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in Hartville, OH
: Please understand nearly all of our inventory is comprised of rare to very rare vintage pieces. They are
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Amboyna

1960s Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Rosewood credenza designed by IB Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik. Rare model. Circa 1960’s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Ello Travertine and Brushed Brass Credenza
By Ello Furniture
Located in Denton, TX
Ello Herringbone travertine and brushed brass credenza / sideboard. Adjustable legs for leveling
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Ello Travertine and Brushed Brass Credenza
Ello Travertine and Brushed Brass Credenza
H 29.75 in W 75.5 in D 21.25 in
Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Danish modern rosewood tambour door credenza with center dovetailed drawer section and
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Rosewood

Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
H 30.63 in W 74.63 in D 19.25 in
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza 1860s
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian burr walnut credenza, Circa 1860 in date. Displaying sophistication and
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza 1860s
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Credenza 1860s
H 40.16 in W 65.75 in D 14.18 in
Vintage Rosewood Mahogany Harvey Probber Credenza
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pasadena, TX
Harvey Probber Fall River Mass 77" Harvey Probber credenza Rare Harvey Probber credenza
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Florence Knoll Marble-Top Rosewood Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
Florence Knoll rosewood and marble two door credenza on a matte brush steel base. Rare smaller size
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Carrara Marble

Florence Knoll Marble-Top Rosewood Credenza
Florence Knoll Marble-Top Rosewood Credenza
H 25.25 in W 37.25 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Sideboard Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pasadena, TX
54” Paul McCobb Planner Group credenza A rare piece in maple from the Planner Group by Paul
Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple

Swedish Midcentury Trapezoid Carpathian Elm Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Uniquely shaped deep golden elm and Carpathian elm credenza that has mellowed to a rich amber color
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Elm

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquered Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
This rare Milo Baughman credenza, crafted for Thayer Coggin, exudes an exquisite allure that's hard
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Paint, Faux Bamboo, Lacquer

Axel Christiansen Danish Credenza for Aco Møbler
By Aco Møbler, Axel Christensen, Axel Christiansen Odder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Take advantage of a rare opportunity to bring home genuine vintage luxury Danish design with this
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Early 17th Century Italian Walnut Credenza/ Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful and rare walnut credenza or sideboard, heavy patinated, original unrestored finish and
Category

Antique Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture Far East Collection Low Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare low credenza with four drawers and two doors… In the far is style with high-quality brass
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Arturo Pani Silver Wood and Mirrors Credenza
By Arturo Pani
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare Mexican Mid-Century Modern silver wood credenza by Mexican designer Arturo Pani. The
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Arturo Pani Silver Wood and Mirrors Credenza
Arturo Pani Silver Wood and Mirrors Credenza
H 37.41 in W 70.48 in D 21.46 in
Italian Renaissance Sacristy Buffet / Credenza In Walnut
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb and rare sacristy credenza composed of 10 drawers and two doors. T he large drawers were used to
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Antique Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Solid Wood Italian Desk Secretary Credenza
Located in Pasadena, TX
design of solid wood makes this unique credenza a rare find. Cabinets open to expose pull out desk with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Credenzas

Materials

Burl

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare original Domus Credenza by Michael Van Beuren in pine wood and with the
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Hans Wegner Rosewood President Credenza, Model RY-25
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design rosewood President credenza, Model RY-25 for Ry Mobler. Rare and impressive
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Stainless Steel

James Mont Combed Oak KOI Credenza, Signed
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Rare, made to order Koi cabinet featuring solid oak construction which has a custom white/sand
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

1930s Art Deco Sideboard Credenza In Oak
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sideboard constructed in solid oak from circa 1930. A rare piece from an era of cabinet
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Oak

1930s Art Deco Sideboard Credenza In Oak
1930s Art Deco Sideboard Credenza In Oak
H 37.01 in W 48.04 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Sculptural Walnut Credenza
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Sculptural Walnut Credenza Stunning & rare mid
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare original Domus Credenza by Michael Van Beuren in pine wood and with the
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
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Rare Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic rare credenza available at 1stDibs. A rare credenza — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect rare credenza — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A rare credenza made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Florence Knoll, Knoll and Ib Kofod-Larsen each produced at least one beautiful rare credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a Rare Credenza?

A rare credenza can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,567, while the lowest priced sells for $1,100 and the highest can go for as much as $78,000.

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.

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