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Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza
Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

$1,800

H 23 in W 46 in D 21.5 in

Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

By Saporiti, Giorgio Saporiti

Located in Astoria, NY

Saporiti Italia Gray Stained Bird's Eye Maple Credenza, with filing cabinet and three drawers to

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Solid Birds Eye Curly Maple All Dovetailed Artists Signed Sideboard Server MINT!
Solid Birds Eye Curly Maple All Dovetailed Artists Signed Sideboard Server MINT!

Solid Birds Eye Curly Maple All Dovetailed Artists Signed Sideboard Server MINT!

By Wharton Esherick, George Nakashima

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Solid Birds Eye Curly Maple All Dovetailed Artists Signed Sideboard Server Credenza MINT! Nakashima

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Birdseye Maple

Eli Jacques Kahn Art Deco American Birds-Eye Inlaid Maple 3-Cabinet Credenza
Eli Jacques Kahn Art Deco American Birds-Eye Inlaid Maple 3-Cabinet Credenza

Eli Jacques Kahn Art Deco American Birds-Eye Inlaid Maple 3-Cabinet Credenza

By Eli Jacques Kahn

Located in Queens, NY

Art Deco (1930s) American birds-eye inlaid maple credenza composed of 3 cabinet components with a

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Maple, Burl

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Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza
Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

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H 21 in W 71 in D 25 in

Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W71 D25 H21 Low Profile credenza in Birds Eye maple. Item features removable glass shelving and

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Late Art Deco Birds-Eye Maple and Maple Inlaid Credenza, Eli Jacques Kahn
Late Art Deco Birds-Eye Maple and Maple Inlaid Credenza, Eli Jacques Kahn

Late Art Deco Birds-Eye Maple and Maple Inlaid Credenza, Eli Jacques Kahn

By Eli Jacques Kahn

Located in Hollywood, FL

The rectangular top with stepped sides over four doors with line inlay. signed Eli Jacques Kahn provenance, Ettinger house, Westport, CT, designed by Eli Jacques Kahn in 1939. The ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Maple

Regency Bird's Eye Maple Credenza
Regency Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

Regency Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

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H 35 in W 53 in D 17 in

Regency Bird's Eye Maple Credenza

Located in Westwood, NJ

Fine Regency bow front birds eye maples grill door credenza

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Antique 19th Century English Credenzas

Pierre Paulin for Baker Bird's-Eye Maple Modern Art Deco Credenza, Restored
Pierre Paulin for Baker Bird's-Eye Maple Modern Art Deco Credenza, Restored

Pierre Paulin for Baker Bird's-Eye Maple Modern Art Deco Credenza, Restored

By Baker Furniture Company, Pierre Paulin

Located in South Bend, IN

Paulin for Baker Furniture. The credenza features gorgeous bird's-eye maple wood grain with walnut inlays

Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Travertine and Faux Birds Eye Maple Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Travertine and Faux Birds Eye Maple Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

Travertine and Faux Birds Eye Maple Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Milo Baughman

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This incredible faux bird's-eye maple and polished chrome with a polished travertine top credenza

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Mid Century Green Aniline Dyed Credenza by Mastercraft
Mid Century Green Aniline Dyed Credenza by Mastercraft

Mid Century Green Aniline Dyed Credenza by Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage aniline dyed birds-eye maple credenza by Mastercraft with brass hardware and Greek key

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Gio Frigerio Bird’s-Eye Sideboard Marked Italy
Gio Frigerio Bird’s-Eye Sideboard Marked Italy

Gio Frigerio Bird’s-Eye Sideboard Marked Italy

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H 19.89 in W 77.56 in L 19.89 in

Gio Frigerio Bird’s-Eye Sideboard Marked Italy

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Munich, DE

Luciano Frigerio designed this unique sideboard or credenza with three doors and three drawers

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Birdseye Maple

20th Century Italian Pair of Credenzas, Italy, 1985
20th Century Italian Pair of Credenzas, Italy, 1985

20th Century Italian Pair of Credenzas, Italy, 1985

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H 31.89 in W 32.68 in D 16.15 in

20th Century Italian Pair of Credenzas, Italy, 1985

Located in Cagliari, IT

silver color, ermined in Cole & Son wallpaper with birds and flowers. Each Italian credenzas are fitted

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Revival Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Burl Birdseye Maple Credenza Cabinet in Milo Baughman Style
Mid Century Modern Burl Birdseye Maple Credenza Cabinet in Milo Baughman Style

Mid Century Modern Burl Birdseye Maple Credenza Cabinet in Milo Baughman Style

By Milo Baughman

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Burl Birds Eye Maple Credenza Cabinet. Add a touch of mid-century

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Maple Credenza with custom made Metal Base
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Maple Credenza with custom made Metal Base

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Maple Credenza with custom made Metal Base

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This Iridescent lacquered solid bird’s-eye maple credenza with it’s polished brass accents are sure

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Art Deco Sideboard, Oakwood Credenza by Christian Krass
20th Century French Art Deco Sideboard, Oakwood Credenza by Christian Krass

20th Century French Art Deco Sideboard, Oakwood Credenza by Christian Krass

By Christian Krass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, including vines, flowers, leaves, horses, and birds. The credenza is in good condition. Wear consistent with

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Milo Baughman Cabinet
Milo Baughman Cabinet

Milo Baughman Cabinet

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H 28.5 in W 74 in D 19 in

Milo Baughman Cabinet

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

used as a buffet or credenza. Bird's-eye maple bookmatched. On Chrome plated steel plinth base. [Paper

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Maison Jansen Eglomise Mirror, Silver Leaf Credenza
Maison Jansen Eglomise Mirror, Silver Leaf Credenza

Maison Jansen Eglomise Mirror, Silver Leaf Credenza

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Chinoiserie inspired hand painted eglomise mirror paneled credenza featuring fanciful exotic birds

Category

20th Century French Chinoiserie Credenzas

Materials

Mirror, Wood

6 Door Birdseye Maple Credenza
6 Door Birdseye Maple Credenza

6 Door Birdseye Maple Credenza

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H 29.75 in W 90 in D 15 in

6 Door Birdseye Maple Credenza

Located in Pasadena, TX

75 years of experience. 1980s custom made by Brochsteins, USA 7.5ft 6 door bird's-eye maple

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Long Curved Italian Birds Eye Maple Sideboard Credenza
Long Curved Italian Birds Eye Maple Sideboard Credenza

Long Curved Italian Birds Eye Maple Sideboard Credenza

By Giorgio Collection

Located in Rockaway, NJ

High quality Italian bowed shape sideboard floating cabinet credenza.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Modern Art Deco Bird’s-eye Maple Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
Italian Modern Art Deco Bird’s-eye Maple Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet

Italian Modern Art Deco Bird’s-eye Maple Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet

Located in South Bend, IN

features gorgeous bird's-eye maple wood grain with mahogany accents. It offers ample storage, with a single

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Bird's-Eye Maple Dining Table with Ebony Detailing
Bird's-Eye Maple Dining Table with Ebony Detailing

Bird's-Eye Maple Dining Table with Ebony Detailing

Located in Pasadena, CA

Exceptional birds eye maple credenza with ebony detailing. We have a matching credenza (Search

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Polychrome Ceramic Majolica Parrot Figurines in Green and Blue, a Pair
Polychrome Ceramic Majolica Parrot Figurines in Green and Blue, a Pair

Polychrome Ceramic Majolica Parrot Figurines in Green and Blue, a Pair

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

polychrome, this set of parrots will be a wonderful accent to a bookshelf or credenza. Each bird is decorated

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza
Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza

Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza

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H 40.16 in W 60.24 in D 15.75 in

Rare Bird's Eye Maple Victorian Credenza

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5177 Rare Victorian display cabinet / chiffonier of serpentine design, having shaped top above finely inlaid frieze and a glazed door fitted with original working lock and a key, e...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Sideboard by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s
Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Sideboard by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s

Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Sideboard by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Savona, IT

Credenza produced by Saporiti on a project by Giovanni Offredi in the 1980s. Frame in veneered

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood, Maple

Italian Credenza with Rosewood and Bird's-Eye Maple with Custom Sabots
Italian Credenza with Rosewood and Bird's-Eye Maple with Custom Sabots

Italian Credenza with Rosewood and Bird's-Eye Maple with Custom Sabots

Located in Dallas, TX

Italian credenza with rosewood and bird's-eye maple with custom sabots, circa 1960.      

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Buffets

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bird's Eye Maple and Rosewood Inlays Sideboard Credenza, 1930's
Art Deco Bird's Eye Maple and Rosewood Inlays Sideboard Credenza, 1930's

Art Deco Bird's Eye Maple and Rosewood Inlays Sideboard Credenza, 1930's

Located in Matosinhos, PT

Art Deco bird's eye maple and rosewood inlays sideboard - Credenza, 1930's SMALL DEFECT ON THE TOP

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Maple

Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Credenza
Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Credenza

Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Credenza

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H 29.5 in W 56 in D 16 in

Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Credenza

Located in Hudson, NY

Good rosewood mid century modern credenza having six birds-eye maple drawers all supported on

Category

Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Wood

Turri Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Brass Gold Sideboard Credenza Hollywood Regency
Turri Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Brass Gold Sideboard Credenza Hollywood Regency

Turri Italian Bird’s-Eye Maple Brass Gold Sideboard Credenza Hollywood Regency

By Turri

Located in London, GB

Stunning late 20th century credenza by luxury Italian brand Turri. Lacquered bird's-eye maple

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

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By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting, Mazzega

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful midcentury handblown textured Murano glass pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega. Italy, 1960. Lamp sockets: One E27 (US E26).

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Wrought Iron and Marble 'Entretoise' Side Tables by Design Frères
Pair of Wrought Iron and Marble 'Entretoise' Side Tables by Design Frères

Pair of Wrought Iron and Marble 'Entretoise' Side Tables by Design Frères

By Design Frères, Mathieu Matégot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chic pair of wrought Iron and marble 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Matte black wrought iron bases with polished white veined marble tops.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Wrought Iron

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4 B33 MART STAM CANTILEVER CHAIRS AND 1 S34 ARMCHAIR - 80s  - 1980

4 B33 MART STAM CANTILEVER CHAIRS AND 1 S34 ARMCHAIR - 80s - 1980

By Mart Stam

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage set of 4 chairs and an 1 armchair. . The tubular structure is black which is quite rare. . Mart Stam, 80s in vintage condition, Cantilever. . One of the chairs is smaller bec...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut, s...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

George Ciancimino Walnut & Quadrilobed Aluminum Executive Credenza, C. 1970
George Ciancimino Walnut & Quadrilobed Aluminum Executive Credenza, C. 1970

George Ciancimino Walnut & Quadrilobed Aluminum Executive Credenza, C. 1970

By Jens Risom, George Ciancimino

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Georges Ciancimino for Jens Risom Walnut & Aluminum Quarefoil Credenza. Featuring a rectangular framework, Walnut veneered surface, strong Aluminum surround detailed with quadrilobed...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs

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Bouclé

Pair of "Positano" Nightstands by Ico Parisi & Gino Sarfatti for MIM, Italy 1958
Pair of "Positano" Nightstands by Ico Parisi & Gino Sarfatti for MIM, Italy 1958

Pair of "Positano" Nightstands by Ico Parisi & Gino Sarfatti for MIM, Italy 1958

By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning pair of Positano illuminated nightstands in rosewood, black enameled brass and steel designed by Gino Sarfatti and Ico Parisi and produced by MiM Roma in Italy during the la...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Oak Sideboard with Handcarved Doors, France, 1940s
Art Deco Oak Sideboard with Handcarved Doors, France, 1940s

Art Deco Oak Sideboard with Handcarved Doors, France, 1940s

By André Arbus

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Presenting an exquisite oak buffet that stands as a testament to French elegance, enriched with sculpted brass details. Originating from the distinguished craftsmanship of 1940's Fra...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969
Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969

Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969

$4,250Sale Price|31% Off

H 61.5 in W 44.25 in D 19 in

Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969

By Pulaski Furniture Corporation

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic lacquered sculpted walnut 'Oceanic' highboy dresser cabinet by Pulaski Furniture Corporation, circa 1969 which perfectly encapsulates the California surf mentality of ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Formica, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Child’s Cubist Chair Angela Jolie and Brad Pitt, Walnut, USA
Vladimir Kagan Child’s Cubist Chair Angela Jolie and Brad Pitt, Walnut, USA

Vladimir Kagan Child’s Cubist Chair Angela Jolie and Brad Pitt, Walnut, USA

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A wonderful child's cubist club chair that was commissioned by Angelina Jolie as a gift for her children, reflecting Brad Pitt's interest in contemporary American design. Sophisticat...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

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French Art Deco Burl Walnut Occasional or Side Table
French Art Deco Burl Walnut Occasional or Side Table

French Art Deco Burl Walnut Occasional or Side Table

$5,400

H 27 in W 27.63 in D 17.75 in

French Art Deco Burl Walnut Occasional or Side Table

Located in New York City, NY

French Modernist stepped two tier cubist end table in bookmatched walnut. The top surface raised on bull nose plinths, while the bottom tier is supported by alternating curved and sq...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco End Tables

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Walnut

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

$5,202Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...

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Mid-Century Modern, Mazzega Italian Murano Art Glass Wall Sconces, Italy 1970
Mid-Century Modern, Mazzega Italian Murano Art Glass Wall Sconces, Italy 1970

Mid-Century Modern, Mazzega Italian Murano Art Glass Wall Sconces, Italy 1970

$2,397Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 3.5 in W 6.7 in D 14.5 in

Mid-Century Modern, Mazzega Italian Murano Art Glass Wall Sconces, Italy 1970

By Mazzega

Located in Catania, IT

These wall sconces were made in the 70s in Italy in Murano glass for the “Mazzega” company of Venice. Each piece is equipped with 2 light sockets (E14). A professional electrician c...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Art Deco Cabinets
Pair of Art Deco Cabinets

Pair of Art Deco Cabinets

$16,800 / set

H 51 in W 30.5 in D 16.5 in

Pair of Art Deco Cabinets

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Art Deco tall cabinets. Amboyna with patinated bronze and glass details. Each cabinet shelved with a single bottom drawer.

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Midcentury Florence Knoll Cabinet Rare Ash Wood

Midcentury Florence Knoll Cabinet Rare Ash Wood

$4,250 / item

H 28.5 in W 71 in D 18 in

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By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors

Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors

$13,800

H 69.1 in W 91.93 in D 21.46 in

Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s. This grandiose armoire is a good example of excellent woodwork by virtue of the well-designed construction base...

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Bird Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bird credenza you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, birdseye maple and hardwood, every bird credenza was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect bird credenza — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each bird credenza bearing Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bird credenza over the years, but those crafted by Baker Furniture Company, Milo Baughman and Eli Jacques Kahn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bird Credenza?

Prices for a bird credenza start at $3,500 and top out at $19,500 with the average selling for $9,995.

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.

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