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What's the difference between a credenza and a sideboard?
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"Credenza" and "sideboard" are largely used interchangeably today; credenza more often describes a lower, mid-century modern piece, while sideboard can skew toward taller, more ornate antique designs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
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Midcentury Biedermeier Style Maple Chest Or Credenza By National Mt. Airy
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Biedermeier style maple chest or credenza by National Mt. Airy. It is a versatile because it could work from bedroom to living room. It appears to be maple with ebonized d...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Biedermeier Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Century Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Californian Modern Credenza by John Keal for Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Walnut
European Mid Century Modern Teak Fresco Sideboard Credenza G Plan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
European Mid Century Modern Teak Fresco Sideboard or Credenza made by G Plan. The credenza has 4 center drawers and 2 cabinet doors on the left and right. The handles are all carved ...
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Spanish Huge Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Carved Sideboard circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Two-section, stepped sideboard in carved oak, Spanish style, 1960s
Spanish-style oak sideboard from the 1960s, featuring rich Renaissance-inspired decoration. The lower section open...
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Gothic Revival Credenzas
Materials
Iron
Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials:
Teak Wood, Steel
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
