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1950s Italian Sideboard
Located in Brussels, BE
1950s Italian sideboard.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Sideboards

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Wood

1950s Italian Sideboard
1950s Italian Sideboard
$5,006
H 37.8 in W 66.54 in D 17.72 in
Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in MADRID, ES
shelves and two closed with doors. Very good condition 1950's - Italy Sideboard dimensions: Height: 72
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi
Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi
$8,821
H 28.35 in W 69.3 in D 20.87 in
Roberto Aloi Floating Sideboard with Geometric Front
By Roberto Aloi
Located in Hanover, MA
Incredible unicorn! Rare 1950s Italian sideboard attributed to Roberto Aloi. Floating case
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Glass, Laminate, Wood

1950s Italian Geometric Buffet
By Roberto Aloy
Located in Hanover, MA
Incredible unicorn! Rare 1950s Italian sideboard with reverse painted marbleized glass top case
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Brass

1950s Italian Geometric Buffet
1950s Italian Geometric Buffet
$11,750
H 33 in W 70 in D 18 in
Italian Sideboard in Solid Wood with Steel Legs
Located in Madrid, ES
Stunning 1950s Italian sideboard featuring eight drawers crafted in walnut and finished in a sleek
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Steel

Italian Sideboard in Solid Wood with Steel Legs
Italian Sideboard in Solid Wood with Steel Legs
$11,086
H 35.44 in W 72.84 in D 20.87 in
Campo & Graffi sideboard in teak and bamboo reed weaving by Home, Italy, 1950s
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi, Home Collection Turin
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
, elegant, and essential, yet far from plain in its decorative details. This 1950s Italian sideboard
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Vintage 1950s Sideboards

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Bamboo, Teak

Italian Sideboard 1950's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Estimated to be from the 1950s, this Italian vintage sideboard embodies a distinctive fusion of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Glass, Maple, Teak

Italian Sideboard 1950's
Italian Sideboard 1950's
$4,400 / item
H 50.6 in W 37.01 in D 19.69 in
1950's Italian Oak Sideboard
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique Italian sideboard in sandblasted oak with woven rattan drop front and drawers on both sides
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Vintage 1950s Italian Sideboards

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Oak, Rattan

1950's Italian Oak Sideboard
1950's Italian Oak Sideboard
$12,500
H 31.5 in W 55.25 in D 15.75 in
Italian Glass Top Sideboard 1950's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Dating back to the 1950s, this Italian vintage glass-top sideboard commands an overwhelming
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Glass, Walnut

Italian Glass Top Sideboard 1950's
Italian Glass Top Sideboard 1950's
$3,600
H 29.14 in W 70.87 in D 21.66 in
Mazure Miguel Rodrigo Sideboard 1950's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
his elegant sideboard is a creation of Miguel Rodrigo Mazure, a distinguished architect and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal

Mazure Miguel Rodrigo Sideboard 1950's
Mazure Miguel Rodrigo Sideboard 1950's
$4,400
H 44.1 in W 68.31 in D 16.93 in
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard or Credenza by Vittorio Dassi, 1950's
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in North Miami, FL
Stunning Sideboard and/or credenza designed by Vittorio & Plinio Dassi in the 1950s. Its aesthetic
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Sideboard, 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard in wood, 1950s The elegant and compact sideboard can easily adapt to
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Mid-Century Italian Sideboard, 1950s
Mid-Century Italian Sideboard, 1950s
$3,039
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Italian vintage sideboard with drinks cupboard (circa 1950s), possibly by celebrated furniture
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Glass, Wood

Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
$3,574 Sale Price
35% Off
H 36.23 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in
Midcentury Modern Big Mahogany Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950 's
By Osvaldo Borsani, Atelier Borsani Varedo
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Italian Midcentury Modern Big Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani for Atelier Borsani Varedo, Italy 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Midcentury Modern Big Mahogany Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950 's
Midcentury Modern Big Mahogany Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950 's
$7,152 Sale Price
33% Off
H 36.23 in W 109.06 in D 18.9 in
Italian Modern Mahogany 6 Drawer Sideboard Inset Marble Top, Paolo Buffa, 1950's
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Modern Mahogany 6 Drawer Sideboard Inset Marble Top, Paolo Buffa, 1950's
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Mahogany

Italian Midcentury Black and Silver Leaf Sideboard, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
This precious sideboard was produced in Italy in the 1950s. The structure is black lacquered while
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

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Silver Leaf

Italian Midcentury Black and Silver Leaf Sideboard, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Black and Silver Leaf Sideboard, 1950s
$5,960
H 38.19 in W 85.83 in D 18.12 in
Paolo Buffa ashwood sideboard with brass handles, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare six-drawer sideboard, wooden structure with brass handles, design by Paolo Buffa, Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Gianfranco Frattini, Unique Sideboard, Rosewood, Leather, Steel, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
Frattini and produced by Bernini, Italy, 1950s. All sides finished with leather, enabling the cabinet to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Cabinets

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Steel

Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Budapest, HU
A wonderful multifunctional Italian sideboard cabinet bar style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

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Wood

Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
$3,337
H 58.27 in W 89.77 in D 20.08 in
Sideboard, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Beautiful mid-century Italian sideboard with walnut body and walnut briar front. Note how many
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Walnut, Burl

Sideboard, 1950s
Sideboard, 1950s
$3,099 Sale Price
42% Off
H 35.83 in W 80.71 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Sideboard or Dresser, four drawers, Italy 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Italian mid-century sideboard featuring four drawers and a large full-length shelf that slightly
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Paolo Buffa attr., Italian Modern, Oak, Brass, Sideboard, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Manhasset, NY
Paolo Buffa attr., Italian Mid-Century Modern, Oak, Brass, Credenza, Italy, 1950s A beautiful
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Four-door sideboard from the 1950s, made with green vinyl doors, inspired by the production of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s
$2,980
H 70.48 in W 78.75 in D 18.9 in
Wall-mounted oak wood sideboard with four doors, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A large wall-mounted sideboard with four paneled doors, oak wood, Italian manufacture, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Mid-Century Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Charming sideboard designed by Vittorio Dassi made in Italy in the middle of the 20th century. This
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

Mid-Century Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
Mid-Century Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
$2,749 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.35 in W 80.12 in D 20.08 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cherry Wood Commode Sideboard 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage commode or sideboard from cherry wood designed and executed Italy 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Giovanni Ferrabini Steel and Marble Sideboard or Shelf, Italy, 1950s
By Giovanni Ferrabini
Located in Berlin, DE
Giovanni Ferrabini open sideboard or shelf with black galvanised steel base and marble top, Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sideboards

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Marble, Steel

Franco Albini Italian Midcentury Dark Wood Sideboard for Poggi, 1950s
By Poggi, Franco Albini
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design credenza sideboard designed by Franco Albini and produced by
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Antique 1850s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

Franco Albini Italian Midcentury Dark Wood Sideboard for Poggi, 1950s
Franco Albini Italian Midcentury Dark Wood Sideboard for Poggi, 1950s
$11,348 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.32 in W 95.28 in D 18.51 in
"Italian Refinement: 1950s Sideboard with Handmade Artistic Glass"
Located in Guazzora, IT
This 1950s-style sideboard, handcrafted in Italy, represents a sublime fusion of vintage elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

"Italian Refinement: 1950s Sideboard with Handmade Artistic Glass"
"Italian Refinement: 1950s Sideboard with Handmade Artistic Glass"
$4,672 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 17.72 in
Italian Midcentury Sideboard / Credenza / Cabinet, Parchment, Mahogany, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard / Credenza / Cabinet, Parchment, Mahogany, 1950s Timeless Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Sideboards

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Mahogany, Parchment Paper

Italian Art Deco Inlaid Sideboard Attr. Vittorio Dassi and Anzani, 1950s
By Anzani, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Meda, MB
This exceptional Italian sideboard was crafted in the 1950s and is attributed to Vittorio Dassi
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

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Formica, Maple, Parchment Paper

Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Mobilificio Dassi
Located in Budapest, HU
A wonderful multifunctional Italian sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s. Measures: Sideboard
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Mirrors

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Glass, Rosewood

Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
$9,536 / item
H 39.38 in W 114.97 in D 22.84 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Sideboard, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wall mounted sideboard in precious Macassar ebony from the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Ebony, Maple

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Sideboard, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Sideboard, 1950s
$3,337 Sale Price
26% Off
H 23.63 in W 56.7 in D 19.69 in
Italian Midcentury Sideboard Bar by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The Italian credenza or sideboard bar by Vittorio Dassi is a refined piece of furniture, featuring
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Glass, Maple, Walnut

Italian Midcentury Sideboard Bar by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Sideboard Bar by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
$6,437
H 38.59 in W 76.78 in D 18.51 in
Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Budapest, HU
A wonderful multifunctional Italian sideboard and mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s. Measures
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Mirrors

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Glass, Rosewood

Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Sideboard and Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
$11,920 / set
H 39.38 in W 114.97 in D 22.84 in
1950s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Mirror Mosaic Sideboard Bar Cabinet
By Gio Ponti, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Carimate, Como
Impressive 1950s Italian bar cabinet in beautifully executed wood veneer front doors with typically
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Merighi & Dall'Olmo Italian Floating Wall-Mounted Sideboard in Teak 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, brass, lacquered steel, linoleum, Cantù, Italy, 1950s This refined floating wall-mounted cabinet, made
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Steel

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
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Mid-20th Century Italian Directoire Sideboards

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Maple, Walnut

Monumental Mid-Century Sideboard in Wood and Brass, Buffa Style, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Monumental and elegant Italian Mid Century sideboard / Drybar in wood and brass, in the style of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Brass

1950s Sideboard Birchwood Structure Glass Top Italian Design by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
An outstanding sculptural organic sideboard / dresser designed by Vittorio Dassi in the early 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Glass, Birch

1950s Italian Black Lacquered Sideboard in Art Deco Style with Brass Details
Located in Meda, MB
An elegant Italian sideboard from the 1950s, crafted in black lacquered wood with refined brass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

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Brass

1950s Italian Black Lacquered Sideboard in Art Deco Style with Brass Details
1950s Italian Black Lacquered Sideboard in Art Deco Style with Brass Details
$8,940 Sale Price
25% Off
H 31.11 in W 72.84 in D 19.69 in
Geometric Writing Desk / Sideboard in Walnut and Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Uithoorn, NL
This geometrical writing desk has a sleek symmetry. This is formed by two large, rectangular storage compartments, together with four smaller compartments above. In between the compa...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard with Grissinato Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, yellow meranti, maple, Italy, 1950 A striking example of Italian mid-century artistry
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood, Maple

Italian Midcentury Sideboard designed by Pierluigi Colli in 1950s
By Colli Torino
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This beautiful sideboard designed by Pierluigi Colli in 1950s fully represents this works
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Italian Art Deco Lacquer, Walnut and Gold Leaf Sideboard attr. Borsani, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant Italian sideboard from the 1950s, attributed to Osvaldo Borsani. The structure is fully
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Italian Mid-Century Sideboard Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Pretty Italian mid-century sideboard attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, produced in the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Rare Sculptural Diamond-Front Sideboard by Osvaldo Borsani for ABV, Italy, 1950s
By Arredamenti Borsani, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
) in the 1950s, bearing its original label. The piece exemplifies mid-century Italian craftsmanship
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

Gio Ponti, Sideboard, Mahogany, Glass, Vinyl, Brass, Italy, 1950s
By Dassi, Gio Ponti
Located in High Point, NC
, Italy, 1950s.    
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Italian Midcentury Sideboard with Mirror Attributed Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful sideboard with mirror i by Paolo Buffa, 1950s. The piece is really rare and important
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

Italian Midcentury Sideboard with Mirror Attributed Paolo Buffa, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Sideboard with Mirror Attributed Paolo Buffa, 1950s
$11,443 Sale Price
20% Off
H 86.62 in W 110.24 in D 22.84 in
Italian Mid Century Sideboard attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian Mid Century Sideboard attributed to Paolo Buffa in solid Indian Rosewood,the front has five
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Sideboard in Wood and Brass by Galleria Mobili d'Arte Italy 1950s
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Mobili d'Arte in Cantù, Italy, during the 1950s. Commissioned by S. Apollonia Srl, Galleria Mobili
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Spectacular sideboard console with mirror, in maple and walnut, attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Maple, Glass, Mirror, Walnut

After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s
After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s
$5,066 Sale Price
50% Off
H 58.27 in W 94.49 in D 19.69 in
Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stunning Italian living room teakwood Highboard designed and manufactured by Silvio Cavatorta in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal

1950's Sideboard Called ''Mettitutto'' from with Sliding Doors Original, Tuscany
Located in Buggiano, IT
1950s Sideboard with sliding doors, three decorated doors, consisting of two pieces (base and riser
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

1950's Sideboard Called ''Mettitutto'' from with Sliding Doors Original, Tuscany
1950's Sideboard Called ''Mettitutto'' from with Sliding Doors Original, Tuscany
$2,145 Sale Price
34% Off
H 70.48 in W 77.17 in D 17.72 in
Italian Midcentury Amboyna Briar Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This credenza, designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, is simply stunning. It is made of high
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard
By Dassi
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century (1950s) rosewood sideboard with herringbone design veneer with 2 side doors
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sideboards

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Rosewood, Glass

Italian Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard
Italian Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard
$37,500
H 49.5 in W 69.5 in D 20 in
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1950s Italian Sideboard For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s Italian sideboard you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every 1950s Italian sideboard was constructed with great care. Find 536 options for an antique or vintage 1950s Italian sideboard now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s Italian sideboard, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1950s Italian sideboard made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s Italian sideboard over the years, but those crafted by Vittorio Dassi, Dassi Mobili Moderni and Dassi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1950s Italian Sideboard?

Prices for a 1950s Italian sideboard start at $615 and top out at $115,000 with the average selling for $6,351.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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 Italian Sideboard
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
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    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.