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Charles Dudouyt Brutalist Credenza in Oak & Brass, France 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional credenza by Charles Dudouyt in oak. There are many unique details on this very well
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Credenzas

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Brass

Massive Oak and Marble Top Antelopes Credenza Sideboard French Buffet, C. 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid-century sideboard French credenza buffet, circa 1940. Four drawers and two cabinets with a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Midcentury Spanish Oak Credenza
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Midcentury Spanish oak credenza. Stunning colonial, brutalist style solid oak sideboard. With three
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Midcentury Spanish Oak Credenza
Midcentury Spanish Oak Credenza
H 40.16 in W 98.43 in D 22.45 in
Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Step into the world of compact chalet charm with this exquisite oak sideboard, a true gem that
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 39.77 in W 70.48 in D 20.87 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing an exquisite sideboard crafted from natural oak, showcasing the beauty of its rich and
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 37.8 in W 78.35 in D 19.69 in
1940's Oak Industrial Chest
Located in Port Chester, NY
An industrial oak chest or cabinet from 1940's England. We believe the grooves on the front and
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Mid-20th Century English Credenzas

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Oak

1940's Oak Industrial Chest
1940's Oak Industrial Chest
H 28 in W 58.5 in D 21.75 in
Mid-Century Spanish Oak Credenza
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid-century Spanish oak credenza. Beautiful Spanish colonial style solid oak sideboard. With four
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Spanish Oak Credenza
Mid-Century Spanish Oak Credenza
H 37.41 in W 86.62 in D 19.69 in
Bleached Oak Credenza By Charles Dudouy, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
1940's French Charles Dudouyt credenza. Two doors that are concave framed with raised reeded
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Vintage 1940s French Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Mid 20th Century Spanish Oak Credenza 1940s
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid 20th Century Spanish Oak credenza from the 1940s. Stunning solid oak sideboard with typical
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid 20th Century Spanish Oak Credenza 1940s
Mid 20th Century Spanish Oak Credenza 1940s
H 44.89 in W 106.3 in D 23.23 in
Solid Oak Art Deco Sideboard, 1940, France
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Sideboard, oak, France, 1940s The sideboard is in excellent original condition, with minor wear
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Art Deco Sideboard, 1940, France
Solid Oak Art Deco Sideboard, 1940, France
H 41.74 in W 82.29 in D 19.69 in
Historicism Sideboard Credenza Hand Carved Oak Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Danish Historicism sideboard in solid oak, made in the early 20th century by a Danish cabinetmaker
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Vintage 1940s Danish Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Handcrafted Solid Oak Credenza with Wrought Iron Details Spain 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Handcrafted solid oak Credenza with wrought iron details Spain 1940s This is a beautiful
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Oak Credenza With Parquetry Inlay in the Style of Jules Leleu, France 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1940s French credenza in the style of Jules Leleu. This piece was constructed with beautifully
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Charles Dudouyt Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
1940's French Charles Dudouyt credenza. Original copper hardware. Two doors with recessed "C" shape
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Vintage 1940s French Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Fine Bar Credenza by Pier Luigi Colli
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in London, GB
A fine Italian bar credenza by Pier Luigi Colli. In oak, elm and lemon wood, comprising a central
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Fine Bar Credenza by Pier Luigi Colli
Fine Bar Credenza by Pier Luigi Colli
H 38.19 in W 59.85 in D 16.93 in
Art Deco French Marble Credenza or Sideboard
Located in London, GB
A French late Art Deco sideboard, likely by Gaston Poisson. France, c1940s. Oak and marble
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Art Deco French Marble Credenza or Sideboard
Art Deco French Marble Credenza or Sideboard
H 43.31 in W 74.41 in D 19.69 in
Tall sideboard attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1940s
By Arredamenti Borsani
Located in Torino, IT
mobile credenza /bar contenitore in legno grissinato e dettagli in specchio ed ottone. Ottimo per
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Vintage 1940s Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Bruno Hansen Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Finely crafted Brazilian rosewood credenza attributed to Bruno Hansen, Denmark, 1955. Features
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Bruno Hansen Danish Rosewood Credenza
Bruno Hansen Danish Rosewood Credenza
H 32 in W 74.88 in D 21.88 in
Stunning French 1940s Ebonized Oak Sideboard with Detailed Relief Doors
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, GB
A stunning French 1940s ebonised oak sideboard with detailed relief doors, with decorative brass
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Design Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt in Oak, 1940s-50s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Vintage design sideboard by Charles Dudouyt in oak, 1940s-50s. The doors of this beautiful
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Vintage Design Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt in Dark Oak
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Vintage design sideboard by Charles Dudouyt in dark oak, 1940s-50s. The doors of this beautiful
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Sideboard in Darkened Oak With Copper Details
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Charles Dudouyt, sideboard, darkened oak, copper, France, 1940 This sturdy credenza in oak is
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Copper

Monumental Oak Cabinet or Counter with 16 Drawers, Belgium 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1940s Belgian haberdashery cabinet or counter constructed with beautifully grained oak wood. This
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Italian Tuscan Art Deco Carved Oak Sideboard or Credenza, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
A charming and beautiful Tuscan hand-carved oak credenza or side board, circa 1940. The piece
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak

René Gabriel Sideboard Credenza, France, 1940
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing an extraordinary oak sideboard attributed to the renowned designer René Gabriel. This
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

René Gabriel Sideboard Credenza, France, 1940
René Gabriel Sideboard Credenza, France, 1940
H 38.19 in W 60.63 in D 18.51 in
Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
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

Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
H 39.38 in W 71.66 in D 18.12 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
Oak Credenza from 1940s, France
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Experience the refined elegance of this compact oak credenza, evoking the iconic style
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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
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
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
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
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
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating cerused credenza inspired by the esteemed French furniture designer
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.75 in W 77.17 in D 20.87 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
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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
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Rene Gabriel, Charles Dudouyt
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 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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
beauty of natural oak. This impressive piece exudes a rustic charm, embodying the distinctive French
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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
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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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 39.38 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in
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
Bleached Solid 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 Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 78.75 in D 20.48 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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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 40.95 in W 79.53 in D 20.08 in
Natural solid 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
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

Materials

Oak

Natural  solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural  solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
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
Sculptural 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

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Marble

Sculptural French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
Sculptural French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.77 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Step into the timeless elegance of 1930s France with this exquisite oak cabinet. Crafted with care
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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 39.38 in W 63 in D 21.66 in
1 Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Step back in time to the enchanting world of 1940s France with this exquisite French Provincial oak
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

1 Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
1 Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.19 in W 62.6 in D 18.12 in
Solid Oak Credenza, Charles Douduyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Exquisite French Oak Credenza: A Testament to Charles Dudouyt's Artistry Immerse yourself in the
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, Charles Douduyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Bleached 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

Art Deco Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
Art Deco Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 51.58 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 69.3 in D 18.12 in
Large Solid Oak Credenza Brutalist, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, BIOSCA
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 41.74 in W 82.68 in D 22.45 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
Solid Natural Handcarved Oak Credenza, 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

Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 82.29 in D 18.51 in
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1940 Oak Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1940 oak credenza available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, every 1940 oak credenza was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1940 oak credenza, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1940 oak credenza, those designed in Art Deco, mid-century modern and modern styles are of considerable interest. Charles Dudouyt, Rene Gabriel and Pier Luigi Colli each produced at least one beautiful 1940 oak credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1940 Oak Credenza?

A 1940 oak credenza can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,200, while the lowest priced sells for $477 and the highest can go for as much as $85,000.

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.

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