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Exceptional Wrought Iron Ivy Motif Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Incredible 1940s Baroque hand-wrought iron credenza (a matching dining table and six chairs are
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Vintage 1940s French Credenzas

French Art Deco Credenza or Server
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Art Deco Credenza or Server, France, circa 1940s. This piece is currently being refinished
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas

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Metal

French Art Deco Credenza or Server
French Art Deco Credenza or Server
H 32 in W 85.5 in D 24 in
Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Impressive credenza, sideboard, server, designed by Edward Wormley, made by Drexel as part of the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel
Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel
H 32.5 in W 66.5 in D 20.25 in
Chinese Style Mahogany Credenza by Landstrom
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in New York, NY
, showing only minor cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Please view the matching server, dining
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Mid-20th Hollywood Regency Credenza or Dresser by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furn
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Hollywood Regency Art Deco credenza or dresser by Renzo Rutili for Johnson
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

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Metal, Brass

Italian Art Deco Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
modern take on a 1940s-era Italian design. Sensory and sophisticated, its simple linear form features
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Credenzas

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Metal

Italian Art Deco Sideboard
Italian Art Deco Sideboard
H 32 in W 86.25 in D 18 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

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Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 55.32 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

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Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 14.97 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
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
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
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

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Oak

Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.59 in W 78.94 in D 20.48 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
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

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Marble

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.18 in W 77.96 in D 20.48 in
Exceptional Wrought Iron Ivy Motif Table and Six Chairs, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Incredible 1940s Baroque hand-wrought iron dining room set, comprised of a rectangular dining table
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Sets

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

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Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 66.93 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

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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
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

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Mahogany

Solid Mahogany Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Mahogany Credenza, France, 1940s
H 41.93 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 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

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Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 86.62 in D 21.66 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

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Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 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 ...
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

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Oak

Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 61.03 in D 19.69 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 ...
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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 authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves wh...
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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 Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Elegant credenza, Oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Walnut

French Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
French Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
H 39.57 in W 82.09 in D 20.67 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

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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

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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
Exquisite 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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Mahogany

Exquisite French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
Exquisite French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 87.41 in D 22.05 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, Gaston Poisson
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
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

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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
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
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

Materials

Wood

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

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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 Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
addition to any interior, adding a touch of sophistication to your living room, dining area, or bedroom
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 63 in D 21.66 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 authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves wh...
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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
1 Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
credenza gracing your living room, dining area, or study, becoming an exquisite centerpiece that captivates
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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 Natural Handcarved Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Atelier Courtrai, Gaston Poisson
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 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
Solid Oak Credenza, Charles Douduyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
in the 1940s. A true embodiment of Art Deco sophistication and Brutalist aesthetics, this credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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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

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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

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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

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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
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

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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
Solid Oak Credenza, Charles Douduyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Charles Dudouyt in the 1940s. Charles Dudouyt was a prominent furniture designer in the early to mid-20th
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, Gaston Poisson, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Gaston Poisson in the 1940s. Gaston Poisson was a prominent furniture designer in the early to mid-20th
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Mid-Century Solid Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Mid-Century credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of three
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Large Solid Oak Credenza, Charles Douduyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
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

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
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

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Oak

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant cabinet in solid oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of two storage facilities
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

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

Materials

Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza with Carved Details, 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

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
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

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an exquisite credenza meticulously crafted from rich oak, echoing the artistic spirit of
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating and refined 1940s Art Deco sideboard, exquisitely crafted in France from
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a captivating and refined 1940s Art Deco sideboard, exquisitely crafted in France from
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an exquisite credenza meticulously crafted from rich mahogany, echoing the artistic
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble

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1940s Dining Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1940s dining credenza you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1940s dining credenza for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. There are many kinds of the 1940s dining credenza you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1940s dining credenza, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Tommi Parzinger, Edward Wormley and Baker Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful 1940s dining credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1940s Dining Credenza?

Prices for a 1940s dining credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,259 and can go as high as $89,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,500.

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.

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