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Broyhill Credenzas

Founded during the 1920s, the Broyhill Furniture Company was one of the stalwart North Carolina makers of mid-priced, traditional wooden furnishings, and it served American families well. The Colonial Revival style — chairs with turned legs, beds with split pediment headboards — had always been the company’s stock in trade. But the vintage Broyhill bedroom furniture, dressers, credenzas and sideboards of the postwar era are quite popular with today’s fans of mid-century modern design — particularly those who enjoy more flamboyant stylings, such as those of Adrian Pearsall.

For collectors of a certain type, Broyhill is most admired for its brief foray into the contemporary furnishings of the late 1950s and ‘60s. In 1957, responding to changing tastes, the firm launched its Broyhill Premier line with the Sculptra series. Sculptra pieces featured decorative molding with a square-within-a-square motif and horizontal cat’s eye-shaped drawer pulls. Five years later, Broyhill introduced the Brasilia furniture group, inspired by the Oscar Niemeyer architecture for the brand-new Brazilian capital. The collection made its debut at the Seattle World’s Fair.

The cabinet door fronts of vintage Broyhill Brasilia pieces feature moldings based on the sweeping colonnades and parabolic curves of such buildings as the Palácio da Alvorada (“Palace of the Dawn”), the presidential residence. As you will see on 1stDibs, Broyhill created a striking and spirited line of furnishings that will make a happy keynote in any Atomic Age-inspired interior.

Ohio retailer Big Lots acquired the rights to the Broyhill name and related trademarks in 2019.

Find vintage Broyhill tables, cabinets, seating and other items on 1stDibs.

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Broyhill Premier Emphasis Collection Mid Century Dresser
Broyhill Premier Emphasis Collection Mid Century Dresser

Broyhill Premier Emphasis Collection Mid Century Dresser

$1,499

Broyhill Premier Emphasis Collection Mid Century Dresser

By Broyhill

Located in New York, NY

Classic American made mid century dresser, by the noted furniture company Broyhill, as part of their premier Emphasis collection. This example features two banks of drawers, each hav...

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Mid-century modern Broyhill sculptra credenza/buffet. Circa 1960s
Mid-century modern Broyhill sculptra credenza/buffet. Circa 1960s

Mid-century modern Broyhill sculptra credenza/buffet. Circa 1960s

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Mid-century modern Broyhill sculptra credenza/buffet. Circa 1960s

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Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid-century modern Broyhill sculptra credenza/buffet. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential mid-century modern design with a beautiful walnut wood grain, 3 drawers with dove...

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Restored Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dresser by Broyhill Premier
Restored Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dresser by Broyhill Premier

Restored Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dresser by Broyhill Premier

$4,395 / item

Restored Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dresser by Broyhill Premier

By Broyhill, Raymond Loewy

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Two identical dressers are available. They are listed and sold individually. Please inquire if you are only interested in both. Well it’s 2024, and Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something magical about the Chapter One line. Maybe they’re just more fun and approachable. Maybe it’s the proportions and practicality. Regardless, they’re one of our favourite collections of all time. The restoration team pulled no punches on this Chapter One Yellow Dresser...

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Broyhill Premier 'Sculptra' #6095 Walnut Sideboard w Granite Top, c 1960, Signed
Broyhill Premier 'Sculptra' #6095 Walnut Sideboard w Granite Top, c 1960, Signed

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Broyhill Premier 'Sculptra' #6095 Walnut Sideboard w Granite Top, c 1960, Signed

By Broyhill

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fully documented example of American mid-century modern design, this credenza / sideboard cabinet is an original Model 6095-12 from the iconic Sculptra collection by Broyhill Premi...

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Midcentury Vintage Broyhill Premier "Emphasis" Credenza
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By Broyhill, J.B. Van Sciver Company

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Bring genuine Mid-Century Modern American design home with this fantastic petite credenza by Broyhill Premier Furniture. From their iconic "Emphasis" series, featuring diamond-like c...

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Shop Mid-Century Broyhill Credenzas and Other Vintage Credenzas on 1stDibs

Antique and vintage credenzas can add an understated touch of grace to your home. These long and sophisticated cabinet-style pieces of furniture can serve a variety of purposes, and they look great too.

In Italy, the credenza was originally a small side table used in religious services. Appropriately, credere in Italian means “to believe.” Credenzas were a place to not only set the food ready for meals, they were also a place to test and taste prepared food for poison before a dish was served to a member of the ruling class. Later, credenza was used to describe a type of versatile narrow side table, typically used for serving food in the home. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard — in fact, the terms credenza and sideboard are used almost interchangeably today.

Credenzas usually have short legs or no legs at all, and can feature drawers and cabinets. And all kinds of iterations of the credenza have seen the light of day over the years, from ornately carved walnut credenzas originating in 16th-century Tuscany to the wealth of Art Deco credenzas — with their polished surfaces and geometric patterns — to the array of innovative modernist interpretations that American furniture maker Milo Baughman created for Directional and Thayer Coggin.

The credenza’s blend of style and functionality led to its widespread use in the 20th century. Mid-century modern credenzas are particularly popular — take a look at Danish furniture designer Arne Vodder’s classic Model 29, for instance, with its reversible sliding doors and elegant drawer pulls. Hans Wegner, another Danish modernist, produced strikingly minimalist credenzas in the 1950s and ’60s, as did influential designer Florence Knoll. Designers continue to explore new and exciting ways to update this long-loved furnishing.

Owing to its versatility and familiar low-profile form, the credenza remains popular in contemporary homes. Unlike many larger case pieces, credenzas can be placed under windows and in irregularly shaped rooms, such as foyers and entryways. This renders it a useful storage solution. In living rooms, for example, a credenza can be a sleek media console topped with plants and the rare art monographs you’ve been planning to show off. In homes with open floor plans, a credenza can help define multiple living spaces, making it ideal for loft apartments.

Browse a variety of antique, new and vintage credenzas on 1stDibs to find the perfect fit for your home today.

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Questions About Broyhill Credenzas
  • Who makes Broyhill?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Broyhill Furniture was purchased by Interco, Inc. in 1980 and still owns the brand today. Interco has undergone financial difficulties and is currently called Furniture Brands International. Despite their parent company’s financial woes, Broyhill Furniture has done quite well through the years. Shop a collection of Broyhill furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • When was Broyhill saga made?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The Broyhill Saga collection was made during the 1960s and 70s. For collectors of mid-century modern design, North Carolina's Broyhill Furniture Company is most admired for its brief foray into the contemporary furnishings of the late 1950s and ‘60s. The Saga group of walnut dressers, nightstands, commodes and more were part of the Broyhill Premier line and boast the clean lines and simple forms associated with the brand's Brasilia and Sculptra pieces. The company's ads for the series touted the influence of Scandinavian modernism on the designs. Find vintage Broyhill Saga furniture on 1stDibs.
  • When was the Broyhill Emphasis made?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Broyhill Emphasis collection was made from 1960 to 1969. The line of mid-century modern furniture included dressers, chests and credenzas crafted out of walnut wood. On 1stDibs, you can find a range of Broyhill Emphasis furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • What year was Broyhill Brasilia?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The first year for the Broyhill Brasilia line was 1962. North Carolina’s Broyhill Furniture Industries introduced its Brasilia series at the Seattle World’s Fair. Pieces in the collection reflect mid-century modern style conventions with their clean lines, organic shapes and overall simplicity. Shop an assortment of vintage Broyhill Brasilia furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What happened to Broyhill Furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    What happened to Broyhill Furniture was that the company went out of business and then licensed its name to a retailer. Following financial troubles, the American furniture maker ceased operations in September 2018. Ohio retailer Big Lots acquired the rights to the Broyhill name and related trademarks in 2019 and has produced furniture under the brand name ever since. Shop a collection of Broyhill Furniture on 1stDibs.
  • Who manufactures Broyhill furniture?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Broyhill furniture is manufactured by Broyhill Furniture Industries, Inc. The company started as Lenoir Chair Company, and was later bought by Interco, Inc., which is now known as Furniture Brands International. Shop a range of Broyhill Furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • When was Broyhill Sculptra made?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Broyhill Premier introduced their Sculptra collection in 1957 and continued to produce Sculptra items until the mid-1960s. A popular style for those drawn to mid-century modern design, interior design enthusiasts highly covet Broyhill Sculptra items. Shop a collection of vintage Broyhill Sculptra on 1stDibs.
  • How do I remove Broyhill dresser drawers?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To remove Broyhill dresser drawers, first take everything out of them. Then, pull one drawer out as far as it will go. Locate the latch along the inside of the dresser on the right side. Push the latch toward the track to trigger the release mechanism. Then, slide the drawer out the rest of the way. Find a range of Broyhill dressers on 1stDibs.
  • Is Broyhill furniture made in China?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Whether Broyhill furniture is made in China varies. Vintage pieces and many contemporary furnishings originated from factories located in North Carolina, Wisconsin and Virginia. However, select contemporary pieces do come from facilities in China. Shop a variety of Broyhill furniture on 1stDibs.

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