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Baughman Style Chrome Floating Bar Cabinets Credenza Mid-Century Modern Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
come with an angled bar that is attached to the wall for easy hanging-one for each cabinet. The two
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

1950s Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Bar Cabinet Credenza with Asian Motif
By Gio Ponti, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Detroit, MI
sideboard bar cabinet with mirrored wall panel was made in Italy circa 1950. This handcrafted cabinet is
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

1950s Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Bar Cabinet Credenza with Asian Motif
1950s Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Bar Cabinet Credenza with Asian Motif
$10,240 Sale Price
55% Off
H 96 in W 84.5 in D 17.875 in
1950s Osvaldo Borsani Rosewood Credenza Bar Cabinet Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Vintage Bar Cabinet Credenza Rosewood and Brass Italy Osvaldo Borsani. No label Striking
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1950s Osvaldo Borsani Rosewood Credenza Bar Cabinet Italy
1950s Osvaldo Borsani Rosewood Credenza Bar Cabinet Italy
$5,500
H 57.25 in W 70.25 in D 17.13 in
Italian Cabinet or Bar Attributed to Vittorio Dassi
By Osvaldo Borsani, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico Parisi, Dassi, Gio Ponti
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Cabinet or Bar Attributed to Vittorio Dassi. Italian Mid-Century Modern bar, cabinet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Italian Cabinet or Bar Attributed to Vittorio Dassi
Italian Cabinet or Bar Attributed to Vittorio Dassi
$16,875
H 58 in W 50.5 in D 16.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Credenza Bar Cabinet
By Arne Vodder
Located in Miami, FL
All original gorgeous Mid-Century Modern teak and maple cabinet from the 1960s. The vintage Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Credenza Bar Cabinet
Danish Modern Teak Credenza Bar Cabinet
$4,650
H 31.5 in W 72 in D 17 in
Magnificent 2 Piece Credenza Bar Stereo Cabinet
Located in Pemberton, NJ
this credenza/bar is unlike any other we've ever seen. This stereo cabinet boasts exquisite woodwork
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Magnificent 2 Piece Credenza Bar Stereo Cabinet
Magnificent 2 Piece Credenza Bar Stereo Cabinet
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 76 in W 88 in D 20 in
Skovby Mid Century Danish Rosewood Credenza Bar Cabinet
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Countryside, IL
Skovby Mid Century Danish Rosewood Credenza Bar Cabinet This credenza measures: 40.5 wide x 19
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Renzo Rutili Style Fretwork Dry Bar Credenza Cabinet
By John Stuart Inc., Renzo Rutili, Tommi Parzinger, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Chattanooga, TN
East meets West with this captivating Renzo Rutili style cabinet. The efficient size makes it
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Rosewood Danish Modern Dry Bar Credenza Cabinet
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern dry bar with sideboard cabinet in rosewood circa 1970’s. Features an expandable
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Aluminum

Rosewood Danish Modern Dry Bar Credenza Cabinet
Rosewood Danish Modern Dry Bar Credenza Cabinet
$5,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 45 in W 49 in D 16 in
Brutalist Metal Laminate Vanleigh Credenza Cabinet Server Bar
By Vanleigh Furniture
Located in West Hartford, CT
"multi-purpose". It can be a bar, credenza, server, buffet, etc. Beneath the laminate is a walnut veneer
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Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Credenza Dry Bar Cabinet Tessellated Stone & Faux Travertine
By Maitland Smith
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Credenza dry bar cabinet Featuring a two-tone tessellated stone top with brass inlays surrounding the rose
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Stone, Brass

Credenza Dry Bar Cabinet Tessellated Stone & Faux Travertine
Credenza Dry Bar Cabinet Tessellated Stone & Faux Travertine
$2,171 Sale Price
25% Off
H 30 in W 66 in D 16 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern credenza bar/record cabinet. UK Import. Dimensions. 72 1/2 W ; 17 1/2
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import
$2,956 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31 in W 72.5 in D 17.5 in
Century Furniture French Provincial Walnut Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial tall sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture
Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Antique c 1900 Hand Carved Neoclassical Italian Credenza Bar Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
fine furniture acquisitions of an Antique c 1900 hand carved Neoclassical Italian credenza bar cabinet
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Revival Credenzas

Materials

Stone, Marble

Antique c 1900 Hand Carved Neoclassical Italian Credenza Bar Cabinet
Antique c 1900 Hand Carved Neoclassical Italian Credenza Bar Cabinet
$7,492 Sale Price
58% Off
H 38.5 in W 122 in D 23 in
Bloom Marquetry Bar Credenza
Located in New York, US
A centerpiece in any space, the Bloom Cabinet is crafted from a combination of teak and walnut
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Post-Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Teak, Walnut

Bloom Marquetry Bar Credenza
Bloom Marquetry Bar Credenza
$7,500 / item
H 29.5 in W 63 in D 19.7 in
Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style quarter sawn oak sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Paul McCobb for Calvin Midcentury Mahogany and Brass Bar Credenza Cabinet
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin midcentury Mahogany and Brass Bar Credenza Cabinet This credenza measures
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

'Credenza Three Dry Bar" cabinet by Last Workshop in Bleached Ash
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
"Credenza Three Dry Bar" cabinet by Last Workshop. Made-to-order in Chicago, IL. A sturdy yet
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2010s American Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Steel

Lane Altavista Mid Century Slatted Rosewood Walnut Bar Server Credenza Cabinet
By Lane Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A rare and wonderful Lane Furniture server or dry bar. Rosewood slats with rosewood inlay, walnut
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Credenza or Bar Cabinet Walnut Toned Wood UK Import.
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a vintage mid century modern credenza or bar cabinet made by Harris Lebus, a long
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Oak Bar / Credenza
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very unique large bar or credenza. The piece is made out of Oak and the front is
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Oak Bar / Credenza
Mid Century Oak Bar / Credenza
$850
H 36 in W 72 in D 18 in
Fine Bar Credenza by Pier Luigi Colli
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Kent, Dover
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
$7,219
H 38.19 in W 59.85 in D 16.93 in
Hollywood Regency Mirrored Eglomise Bar / Credenza / Server
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your entertaining space with this Unique and Charming Hollywood Regency Period Bar/Server
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Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Custom Ordered Mahogany Dry Bar / Credenza 1975
By Milo Baughman
Located in Camden, ME
A custom ordered mahogany dry bar and storage cabinet from Blackwelder's in 1975 delivered to
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Mahogany

Custom Ordered Mahogany Dry Bar / Credenza 1975
Custom Ordered Mahogany Dry Bar / Credenza 1975
$4,880
H 73.25 in W 47.25 in D 23.6 in
Contemporary Sculptural Steel Black Credenza Buffet Bar Handcrafted USA
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
A study in positive and negative space, the modern contemporary black steel metal Ahn credenza bar
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Bar Cabinet by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Budapest, HU
Bar cabinet by Umberto Mascagni. Four doors and four-drawer and the mirror.  
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

Bar Cabinet by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s
Bar Cabinet by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s
$4,769
H 53.15 in W 61.03 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century, English Credenza and Dry Bar by Beautility
By Beautility
Located in Atlanta, GA
England during the 1950s. A posh, stylishly designed credenza, the burl wood melamine veneered cabinet
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large McIntosh Dunvegan Credenza in Teak With Bar #1
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Scotland Designer: Val Rossi Manufacturer: A.H. McIntosh Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Dimensions: 79” wide x 18” deep x 30” tall
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Solid Oak Liquor / Bar Cabinet – DOCIA CELLAR
By Ananas Design + Crafts
Located in İzmir, İzmir
The DOCIA Solid Oak Liquor Cabinet with Brass Wheels is a handcrafted piece with a modern and
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2010s Turkish Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Liquor / Oval Bar Cabinet – DOCIA CELLAR
By Ananas Design + Crafts
Located in İzmir, İzmir
The DOCIA solid-oak bar cart is a handcrafted liquor cabinet that blends modern lines with the
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2010s Turkish Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Liquor / Oval Bar Cabinet – DOCIA CELLAR
Solid Oak Liquor / Oval Bar Cabinet – DOCIA CELLAR
$2,145
H 25.2 in W 30.71 in D 13.39 in
1970s Paolo Barracheli Style Italian Lacquered & Brass Credenza Bar
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM 1970s Italian Lacquered & Brass Sideboard Buffet Bar
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1970s Paolo Barracheli Style Italian Lacquered & Brass Credenza Bar
1970s Paolo Barracheli Style Italian Lacquered & Brass Credenza Bar
$5,996 Sale Price
25% Off
H 27.5 in W 75 in D 18 in
Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Shaker style cherry wood sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet USA
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1990s American Arts and Crafts Credenzas

Materials

Cherry

Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Sideboard Buffet Server Bar Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Sideboard Buffet Server Bar Credenza This credenza
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Modern Small Teak Credenza with Built in Bar
By Hugo Troeds
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Hugo Troeds, Bjärnum, Bra Bohag Era: 1960s Materials: Teak, black lacquer Measurements: 50.5? wide x 17.5? deep x 27.75? tall C...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Swedish Modern Small Teak Credenza with Built in Bar
Swedish Modern Small Teak Credenza with Built in Bar
$4,410
H 27.75 in W 50.5 in D 17.5 in
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Secretary Desk Bar Credenza
By Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Countryside, IL
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Secretary Desk Bar Credenza The bottom of the secretary
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cane, Wood

Stickley Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Mission style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By L. & J.G
Category

Late 20th Century American Mission Credenzas

Materials

Cherry

Amuneal's Charred Pine Bar Cabinet with Brass Countertop
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Charred Pine Bar Cabinet with Brass Countertop is a one of a kind textural statement
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Marcel Breuer Custom Floating Credenza with Bar and Stereo System
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Chicago, IL
the Cohens. The floating wall credenza is in original condition unaltered. White lacquered body with
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza. Left side has 2
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

1958 Danish Teak Hutch Bar Credenza by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler
By Arne Vodder, Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
dry-bar, china cabinet, room divider, and credenza all in one. The one-piece unit has two tiers. The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak, Pine

Swivel Centre Bar Walnut Mid-Century Modern Credenza Sideboard Sculptural Legs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kagan influence sculptural legs Mid-Century Modern three compartment side board credenza with
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Patchwork Wavy Slate Metal Steel Riveted Cabinet Credenza Paul Evans Style
By Paul Evans
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing vintage 1980s steel riveted wave wave patchwork black cabinet, credenza, bar with slate top
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Vintage 1980s American Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Slate, Steel

Maitland Smith Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Marble Top Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
By Maitland Smith
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Maitland Smith
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Brass

Maitland Style Postmodern Tessellated Stone Rolling Credenza Buffet Dry Bar
By Maitland Smith
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A 1980's Maitland Style Postmodern Tessellated Stone Rolling Credenza
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Stone

Umberto Mascagni for Harrods London Midcentury Italian Bar Cabinet, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rare and highly collectible bar credenza designed in Italy by Umberto Mascagni from Bologna. Early
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

Umberto Mascagni for Harrods London Midcentury Italian Bar Cabinet, 1950s
Umberto Mascagni for Harrods London Midcentury Italian Bar Cabinet, 1950s
$2,670 Sale Price
30% Off
H 36.62 in W 61.82 in D 20.08 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1960s
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
, or bar cabinet By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, Circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1960s
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
, or bar cabinet By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, Circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

Italian Bar Cabinet in the Manner of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Budapest, HU
Adorable bar cabinet in the style by Paolo Buffa. Precious wood inlays.  
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Palisander

MCM Jacaranda Bar Cabinet With Cooler, Designed by Bernadotte & Bjorn
By Acton Bjørn, CFC Silkeborg, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet of jacaranda by Sigvard Bernadotte and Acton Bjørn for Scan Atlas
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Jacaranda

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinets, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
, sideboard buffets, or bar cabinets By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, Circa
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

Mid-Century Italian Bar Cabinet, Glass Top And Brass Feet, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Italian bar cabinet, glass top and brass feet, 1950s Good condition. Central interior
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Bar Cabinet by Henredon
By Henredon, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet or small credenza By Henredon
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Ash, Olive, Macassar

Large Venetian Baroque Chippendale Credenza with Dry Bar and Golden Leaf Mirror
By Testolini & Salviati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Venetian Baroque Chippendale credenza sideboard with golden leaf mirror Fratelli Testolini attributable
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chippendale Credenzas

Materials

Crystal

Kindel Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century French Regency Louis XVI style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By
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Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Credenzas

Materials

Brass

"Pyrite" sideboard, wooden frame, metal finish, portoro marble base
Located in Pisa, IT
From the Greek etymology "pyr," meaning fire, used to create sparks and ignite fire when struck against stone or metal, the mineral pyrite is the inspiration for this piece of furnit...
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2010s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Metal

"Pyrite" sideboard, wooden frame, metal finish, portoro marble base
"Pyrite" sideboard, wooden frame, metal finish, portoro marble base
$28,137 Sale Price
20% Off
H 47.25 in W 68.9 in D 27.56 in
Italian Mid Century Cabinet Bar , Sideboard designed by Vittorio Dassi, 1955
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Si tratta di una credenza dallo stile unico, un mobile bar disegnato da Vittorio Dassi nel 1955 e
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern G Plan Side Board or Bar Cabinet
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern G Plan Side Board or Bar Cabinet Dimensions. 63 W , 18 D , 57 H
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Lift-Top Bar Credenza with Chrome Accents by Pierre Cardin, Circa 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and chrome flip-top credenza bar in our gallery paired with a pair of yellow swivel chairs, a De Sede
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

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Bar Cabinet Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bar cabinet credenza you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every bar cabinet credenza was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a bar cabinet credenza, we have 340 options in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a bar cabinet credenza — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bar cabinet credenza bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and Henredon each produced at least one beautiful bar cabinet credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a Bar Cabinet Credenza?

The average selling price for a bar cabinet credenza at 1stDibs is $3,750, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced.

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 Bar Cabinet Credenza
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A bar cabinet is called a cellaret or cellarette. It is a small structure that is often used to store bottles of wine or liquor. Traditionally, this cabinet was positioned under a side table, and when it was time to pour drinks, it was rolled out for use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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