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Fuji Yama - Mourlot au Japon by Bernard Buffet, 1980
By Bernard Buffet
Located in New York, NY
exhibition of Mourlot Lithographs in 1980 at the Tokyo Central Museum. As early as the mid 1950s, Buffet
Category
1980s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
French Brutalist buffet, 1950s
By Pierre Chapo, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
example of French Brutalist design, this buffet is meticulously crafted from solid oak, celebrating raw
Category
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Buffets
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Buffet, France, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Presenting a captivating Art Deco buffet from 1950s France, carefully crafted to embody both
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Oak
Light Oak Buffet, France, 1950s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
plinth legs, embodying the distinct design essence of the 1950s. This sideboard harmoniously marries form
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
1950s Italian Geometric Buffet
By Roberto Aloy
Located in Hanover, MA
Incredible unicorn! Rare 1950s Italian sideboard with reverse painted marbleized glass top case
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
Mirror-Clad Buffet 1950s
Located in Nice, FR
Sideboard two doors in engraved mirrors, from the 50s, French, flower decorations, there is a lack of glass plate on the front of the cabinet and on a foot, some chips. Furniture to ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Mirror
French Alpine Buffet in Solid Oak, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This French Alpine buffet from the 1950s, crafted from solid oak, embodies the sculptural and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Buffet by Umberto Mascagni with Embedded Mirror, Italy, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Roma, IT
Buffet by Umberto Mascagni with embedded mirror. Italy 1950s.
Three mirrored doors, back-painted
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Buffets
Materials
Wood, Glass, Mirror
1950s Paul Frankl Black Cerused Oak Buffet Cabinet Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Paul Frankl black cerused oak buffet dresser for brown saltman
Fabulous cerused oak finish
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
French 1950s Sycamore and Original Fabric Buffet by Suzanne Guiguichon
By Suzanne Guiguichon
Located in Long Island City, NY
French 1950s sycamore buffet by Suzanne Guiguichon with two original fabric covered doors, brass
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
H 36.23 in W 66.93 in D 17.52 in
1950s Teak Buffet, Credenzas By Carl Löfving & Söner, Sweden
By Carl Löfving & Söner
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely beautiful and high quality buffet cabinet / credenzas with seven drawers and an
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
1950s Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Cork and Mahogany Credenza Buffet
By Paul Frankl
Located in Portage, MI
Beautiful Paul Frankl buffet or credenza with rare lacquered cork top. Made by Johnson and Company
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
H 32 in W 72 in D 20 in
Cabinet Buffet Made Entirely by Hand in the 1950s in Italy Bamboo Drawers
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Caninet Buffet made entirely by hand in the 1950s in Italy, in bamboo and rattan, drawer.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 30.71 in W 36.23 in D 16.15 in
1950's Sideboard in Oak, Stitched Leather and Ceramic by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare sideboard with ceramic top
Oak and stitched leather part
Good vintage condition
France.
Category
Vintage 1950s European Buffets
Materials
Ceramic, Leather, Oak
New World Buffet designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
'New World' buffet with ebonized case and walnut triple bypass doors designed by Michael
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Walnut
1950s French Oak Sideboard
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
presence, this French sideboard from the 1950s embodies the aesthetic language of post-war cabinetmaking
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Oak Sideboard, France, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This exceptional 1950s French oak sideboard is a masterful blend of provincial heritage and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Brutalist Sideboard Oak, France, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This sculptural sideboard holds a quiet monumentality—its façade a study in balance, depth, and geometric relief. Two symmetrical doors are adorned with deeply carved concentric meda...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Solid Raw Oak Sideboard, France, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1950s
In the sculptural tradition of Basque vernacular modernism
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Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Oak
Midcentury French Sideboard in Solid Oak, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
With its striking geometric façade and raw materiality, this 1950s French Brutalist sideboard is a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Sculptural French Breton Sideboard in Solid Oak, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Proverb.
Carved from solid French oak, this Breton buffet is a masterful example of the region’s storied
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Oak
Cabinet with Spindle Towel Rack in Pine, France, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Cabinet with Spindle Towel Rack in Pine, France, 1950s
A quiet architecture of utility rendered in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Buffets
Materials
Pine
French 1950s Natural Oak Sideboard with Intricate Carved Panels
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron, George Nakashima Woodworkers, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
home in the South Alps of France, carries the soul of its surroundings. Untouched since the 1950s, the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
French 1950s Natural Oak Sideboard with Intricate Carved Panels
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
1950s. Its exquisite craftsmanship is unveiled through intricate carved panels on both sides and doors
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
1950s Rud Rasmussen Cabinet, four tambour doors, two drawers with brass handles
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
1950s Rud Rasmussen Mahogany Cabinet. Front with four tambour doors and two drawers with brass
Category
Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Hardwood
H 70.08 in W 51.58 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Mid-Century solid oak buffet, Art Deco inspired. The buffet features stunning Oak structure on door
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
1950s Bleached Oak Sideboard with Hand-Carved Daisies
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Charming 1950s Bleached Oak sideboard with Hand-Carved Daisies - A Rustic Reims Region Treasure
Category
Vintage 1940s French Rustic Buffets
Materials
Oak
Pair of Carved Cabinets in Solid Oak, Spain, 1950s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Pair of Carved Cabinets in Patinated Oak, Spain, 1950s
Evoking the vernacular architecture of
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Dresser Mahogani Burl Veneer Italy 1950s-1960s Italian Prodution
Located in Milano, IT
Big dresser; mahogany burl veneer, back treated glass, brass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Mahogany
An Original Floor Lamp by Michel Buffet for Atelier Mathieu France 1950s
By Michel Buffet
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A rare floor lamp by Michel Buffet France 1950s
Atelier Mathieu
In original good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 70.87 in W 22.45 in D 23.63 in
Buffet Dry Bar , Italy 1950’s
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
interesting, so high for lightweight
Condition is perfect for 1950 furnitures
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Dry Bars
Materials
Glass, Lacquer, Walnut
Mid century Modern Credenza Attributed to Melchiorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Weesp, NL
1950s Italian Buffet designed by Melchiorre Bega and made of the most beautiful South African
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Metal Ceramic Standing Ashtray Michel Buffet Attributed
By Michel Buffet
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage metal ceramic standing ashtray, which was designed
by Michel Buffet
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
H 25.2 in W 13 in D 12.6 in
Michel Buffet Model #B207 White Table Lamp
By Michel Buffet
Located in Glendale, CA
fluid and refined design is emblematic of Buffet's 1950s France and shares many attributes with his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Early Mid Century Modern Lane Acclaim Buffet / Sideboard, USA, c. 1950's
Located in Deland, FL
This extraordinary sideboard by Lane Furniture (Serial # 758250) is as rare as it is aesthetically captivating. The details of this piece are both subtle and eye-catching with an exq...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
1950s Teak High Boy / Buffet Cabinet , Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This is a Swedish mid-century storage cabinet with a sleek, functional design. It features two hinged doors that open to reveal multiple shelves and compartments, including two disti...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Beech, Teak
1950s Italy Empire Bar Buffet, Servant Sideboard, by Federico Munari.
By Federico Munari
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant bar sideboard in walnut with maple interiors. Designed and produced by Munari ; with internal glass shelf and two drawers, all in vitrified and inlaid maple wood finish. Two ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Directoire Sideboards
Materials
Maple, Walnut
H 55.12 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in
1950s John Keal Petite Buffet for Brown Saltman Philippine Mahogany Credenza
By John Keal
Located in Monrovia, CA
1950s John Keal petite buffet for brown Saltman Philippine mahogany credenza
john Keal Philippine
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
H 28.5 in W 54 in D 18 in
Pier Luigi Colli Oak Buffet Mirror Sideboard, Midcentury, Italy, 1940s-1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in New York, NY
Pier luigi Colli oak sideboard, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1950s
Beautiful oak sideboard. The oak
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Cake Stand Vintage in Faience Spinning Dining Buffet Table Bar Server 1950s
Located in Bastogne, BE
This vintage serving tray from France has a rotating / turning / spinning base.
The base is metal.
Around the outside of the base are four white faience turning "knobs" along the p...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Country Centerpieces
Materials
Lead
3 Nesting Tables, Late 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
3 midcentury nesting tables by Michel Buffet, France, late 1950s. Red table - height 20.9"(53cm
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Iron
Vittorio Dassi Italian Mahogany, Fruitwood & Bronze-Mounted Sideboard / Buffet
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern (1950s) mahogany and fruitwood sideboard / buffet with 2 Pair of drawers
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Bronze, Metal
H 30 in W 67 in D 20 in
1950s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Wood Glass Brass Credenza Sideboard
By Paolo Buffa, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian 1950s sideboard, credenza, buffet with very elegant shapes and classic wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 72.05 in D 20.87 in
Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Luxus, Belgium, 1950s
By Luxus Kortrijk, Jos De Mey
Located in Antwerp, BE
; Buffet; 1950s;
Jos De Mey Sideboard from the 1950s, an exquisite piece of mid-century Belgian design
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Metal
1950s Vintage Italian Maple Burl Wood Cabinet Bar with Cream Leather Panels
Located in New York, NY
Early 1950s rare find Dry Bar / Buffet Cabinet with BOW FRONT, entirely handmade in Italy, in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
H 56.4 in W 53.5 in D 16.5 in
1950's Enfilade model "Monaco" by Gerard Guermonprez
By Gerard Guermonprez
Located in Florence, IT
1950' Enfilade model "Monaco" by Gerard Guermonprez for Magnani
Category
Vintage 1950s French Buffets
Mid-Century Modern Rockabilly Teak Buffet with Hand-Painted Pattern, 1950s
Located in Warsaw, PL
This little credenza was manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1950s. It was finished in teak and
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
H 53.15 in W 61.03 in D 16.93 in
Beautiful White 1900s Carved Buffet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful white 1950s carve buffet with wonderful details.
Category
Vintage 1950s Buffets
Materials
Wood
Discriminating French Deco Buffet in Cocobolo Wood
By Salle A Manger
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A 1950s Salle a Manger Deco buffet in Cocobolo Wood with chrome applique on the front and drawer
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Buffets
Materials
Chrome
Italian Rosewood Server by Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian Rosewood Server by Dassi, circa 1950. This piece features a black glass top and red marble
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Buffets
Materials
Marble
czech 1950s cupboard - buffet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
solid ash and beech construction, cream enamel; plastic laminate top in faint gray and white striped pattern; nickel hardware; top compartment has a drop-down door with hinge along i...
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Cupboards
Tiroler Buffet cupboard / sideboard 1950s Width 150 Height 200 Depth 55 / 45 cm
Located in WEERT, NL
Tiroler Buffet cupboard / sideboard 1950s
Width 150
Height 200
Depth 55 / 45 cm ( top
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Adam Style Sideboards
Materials
Pine
H 78.75 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
Abstract Oil on Panel by Noted American Artist Mary Ellen McDermott, circa 1950s
By Mary Ellen McDermott 1
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A framed 1950s oil on board titled "Buffet" by noted American artist Mary Ellen McDermott (1919
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 23 in W 35 in D 2 in
Portrait of Jean Claude Forhenbach, 1955, provenance Bonin-Pisarro
Located in PARIS, FR
era in France of the 1950s dominated by Bernard Buffet. .
The painting's brilliant surface and rich
Category
1950s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 0.4 in
Portrait of Mac Kac, 1955, provenance Bonin-Pisarro
Located in PARIS, FR
a stylistic era in France of the 1950s dominated by Bernard Buffet. The painting, with its brilliant
Category
1950s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Two 1950s Buffets Clad in Gray and Black Glass
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Two 1950s buffets clad in gray and black glass, with two doors in the front.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Buffets
Materials
Wood, Glass
Walnut 1950s Buffet
Located in Pasadena, CA
3 sliding doors that open to shelving. Back is finished with perforated plywood and cut outs for electrical wiring. Perfect for an entertainment center.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Buffets
Materials
Walnut
1950s Buffet by Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950s four-door buffet by Jacques Adnet with mahogany interior. Gilt metal key-plates and leg
Category
Vintage 1950s French Buffets
Materials
Metal
Walnut 1950s Buffet Show Case
Located in Pasadena, CA
Modern buffet with two cabinets; right side has a shelf and the left has a small drawer. Sliding
Category
Vintage 1950s American Buffets
Materials
Chrome
Cane Doors 1950s Buffet by Barker Bros
Located in Pasadena, CA
Lovely four door cane buffet on wheels with two drawers and vinyl covered top. Three shelves
Category
Vintage 1950s American Buffets
Materials
Brass
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s buffet you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every 1950s buffet was constructed with great care. Find 1276 options for an antique or vintage 1950s buffet now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950s buffet — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each 1950s buffet bearing Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made 1950s buffet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Edward Wormley, Paul McCobb and Dunbar are consistently popular.
How Much is a 1950s Buffet?
Prices for a 1950s buffet start at $10 and top out at $149,000 with the average selling for $4,505.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.
Questions About 1950s Buffet
- What is buffet furniture?1 Answer
- What is a floating buffet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A floating buffet is a cabinet that is wall-mounted in a way that floats above the ground. It generally has a flat surface that looks suspended. These buffets offer a sleek and modern look as compared to traditional storage options.
- What do you put in a buffet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What you put in a buffet is a matter of personal preference. Traditionally, the purpose of a buffet is to provide storage in dining areas, so many people choose to keep dishes, servingware and glassware inside. However, you're free to use a buffet in any way that suits your organizational needs. Place one in the foyer to hide away shoes, bags and accessories, or put one in the living room to store board games and media. The only limit on how you can use a buffet in your home is your imagination. Explore a wide range of buffets on 1stDibs.
- What is the best buffet server?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Buffet servers — or buffets —are available in various materials, sizes, styles, and designs. Choosing the best buffet server is a matter of preference that complements your home décor. A buffet server is supposed to be functional and useful; you should choose one with drawers or shelves based on your needs. Find a wide collection of antique and vintage buffets on 1stDibs today.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The terms buffet and sideboard are used interchangeably, although buffets generally have higher legs and stand 34 to 38 inches tall.
- How tall is a standard buffet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The standard buffet is 30 inches tall.
- What is a buffet cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A buffet cupboard is sometimes called a sideboard in the United States. Buffet comes from the French buffet à deux corps, which referred to a storage and display case. However, a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying attractive kitchenware and certainly makes more sense in the context of buffet dining — abundant meals served for crowds of people. Sideboards in England and France were a place to keep hot water for rinsing silverware and from which to serve cold drinking water, but the pieces would later evolve into double-bodied structures that allowed for the display of serveware and utensils on open shelves. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and new buffet cabinets, sideboards and other case furniture.
- What is a buffet lamp used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A buffet lamp can be used on a buffet, bedroom dressers, hall console tables, sofa tables, etc. They are identified by their long narrow necks and tiny shades. Find a variety of buffet lamps on 1stDibs to meet your requirements.
- What is a hutch vs. a buffet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a hutch vs. a buffet is the design. A hutch is a piece of storage furniture that has a lower cabinet and an upper storage area with shelves that are open or placed behind doors. A buffet lacks this top storage area. Some hutches feature detachable tops and can convert into buffets. Find a variety of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Credenzas are small, typically fancy, legless buffets.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Bernard Buffet used a variety of media over the course of his career. The French artist produced more than 8,000 paintings, employing watercolors and oil paints. He also worked in lithography and produced engravings and prints. Some of his most famous pieces include Tête de Clown, Deux Hommes Nus and Nature Morte. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Bernard Buffet art.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Buffet tables and sideboards are both types of cabinet furniture. Though often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece which is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard (it's not uncommon to find a sideboard in a foyer, however). Find a wide range of mid-century modern buffets and sideboards on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.
Find vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024A buffet is a piece of furniture that usually goes in the dining room. Often made of wood, a buffet is usually around 34 to 36 inches tall and features cupboards and drawers. People often store serveware, dinnerware and utensils inside buffets, and the name of the furniture comes from the fact that you can arrange a buffet of food on its top due to its height. You may also see buffets referred to as sideboards. Shop a wide range of buffets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once
Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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