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Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests. The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern credenzas, chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
960s Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
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 wo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true vintage gem born on April 28, 1958 (it's birthday is stamped on the back of the piece)...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Whiskey Wall Mounted Console
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The hidden chamber for your rare bourbon collection. The base to an elegant living room. A centerpiece for those records you saved for that meditative t...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

The Lawrence Tambour Door Stereo Credenza
Located in Long Beach, CA
This credenza is a tambour door stereo console inspired by Mid Century Modern Design, a love of music and records, and our friend Lawrence who firs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers on China Legs Made of Oak by FDB Møbler 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish architect Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) chest of drawers of solid and veneered oak with soap treatment. The classic storage furniture has 8 drawers mounted with brass drawer pull...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 5 door Credenza C. 1980s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 5 door Credenza or sideboard C. 1980s. Long low Glass staggered Mirror door Credenza with 5 cab...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA Designer Danish Modern LA Manufacturer Danish Modern LA
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Walnut

1950s Paul McCobb Orange & Black Credenza for Planner Group
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Paul McCobb McCobb Orange & Black Credenza for Planner Group. This exceptional early credenza was designed by the legendary Paul McCobb and produced by Planner Group. A highl...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Carlo Jensen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza. Left side has 2 cabinet doors and the right side has a fold down bar or desk with white laminate surface...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

Drexel Declaration by Kipp Stewart circa 1960 walnut credenza
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Long Credenza Great condition all around with the top refinished. ( Sorry we couldn’t get rid of that pesky shadow from the original top ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Exquisite Credenza by Edmond J. Spence made by Industria Mueblera Mexico
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an extraordinary credenza cabinet or sideboard designed by Swedish designer Edmond J. Spence. This Beautiful piece showcases Spence's exceptional talent and reflects his uniq...
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1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Iron

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Wall Unit Etagere Walnut Brass Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid century American designer Paul McCobb Wall unit with lower credenza in walnut. Original finish in good vintage condition with front ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Walnut and white oak credenza with leather pulls, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, circa 1970. Exceptional walnut color, figure, and grain. Four walnut sliding d...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Brazilian Modern Credenza in Hardwood by Novo Rumo, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Experience the beauty of the Brazilian modern credenza designed by Novo Rumo, available for purchase today. Meticulously crafted with Brazilian rosewood, also known as jacaranda, thi...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

JustFurnituress sideboard: sapphire blue glass, brass frame, luxury design
Located in Guazzora, IT
Our two-door sideboard, designed and manufactured by JustFurnituress, is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship that combines elegance and functionality in a timeless design. JustFur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Retro Style Teak Credenza Desk Table Pink Green by RAG Home
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Mid-Century Modern Retro style teak credenza desk table pink green by RAG Home Original designed by Rannisa Soraya from RAG Home only Made by Order. 100% Teak wood made
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2010s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Teak Sideboard with China Legs of Oak Made for FDB Møbler 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish architect Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sideboard with china legs and 2 doors, inside drawers and adjustable shelves. The cabinet is made of teak outside, the frame and legs of ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Danish Modern Low sideboard in Light Oak, 1987 Style of Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Danish Oak Sideboard – January 1987 Beautiful and rare Danish sideboard in solid oak, produced in January 1987 — original sticker still intact. Price at the time: 9,885 DKK (~$1,310...
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1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Merton Gershun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century low dresser credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1504 with 4 drawers - solid maple construction has a Black Lacquered finish. All original aluminum...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum

Directional Postmodern Blue & White Lacquered Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Postmodern lacquered sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Frederick Hayman-Chaffey for Directional USA, 1980s Measures: 84"W x 20.88"D x 32.5"H. Very goo...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Lacquer

Highboard vintage 60's wooden sideboard Italian design
Located in None, IT
Tall sideboard with wooden frame, with four drawers, two hinged doors and one drop-down door, there is a pull-out tray, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows si...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

French Art Deco Sideboard, Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A masterclass in geometric abstraction and artisanal ingenuity, this French Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s exemplifies the era’s pursuit of modern form through noble material. Cra...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful sideboard designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, a big rectangular leg , 5 folding doors with vertical geometric moldings. In style of M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Founders Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Roanoke, VA
Beautiful mid-century modern credenza designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders. Sleek and functional with ample storage. Amazing walnut wood grain throughout. Credenza has been profe...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Archimedes sideboard by Hizori Fukuoh for Gavina, 1960s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Archimede sideboard by Hizori Fukuoh for Gavina, Made in Italy, 1960s.  Extraordinary Credenza designed by the famous Designer Hizori Fukuoh for Gavina in 1960. The Archimedes sidebo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Carlo Jensen Rosewood Credenza with Bi-Folding Door
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Birch, Rosewood

Mid century modern Dyrlund “Supreme” credenza in rosewood, circa 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
Insanely gorgeous mid century modern Dyrlund “Supreme” credenza in rosewood, circa 1970s. From the Supreme model line, designed with 2" thickness throughout. Solid rosewood pulls an...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

sideboard 4 doors created entirely by hand gold glass and brass justfurnituress
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian Birch Sideboard Embellished with Gold Murano Glass and Brass Handles This exquisite Italian birch sideboard is a masterpiece of mid-ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Walnut and Brass Credenza by Kent Coffey, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning walnut and brass credenza by Kent Coffey, circa 1950s, meticulously restored by Stamford Modern. Featuring sculpted drawer pulls, its doors open to reveal three large draw...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Cal-Mode
By Cal-Mode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Resin, Walnut

Paolo Buffa Eight-Legs Grande Credenza in Wood, Brass and Glass, Italy, 1950's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Paolo Buffa Eight-Legs Grande Credenza in Wood and Brass, Italy, 1950's This tall credenza has a long, elegant shape and stands on eight slender legs, almost like stiletto heels—lig...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful cabinet designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid beechwood, 2 rectangular leg , 2 folding doors with vertical and orizontal geometric moldings (...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Pete Deeble Hifi Vinyl Lp Storage Bench Stereo Cabinet Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Modern. The bench is roughly 67" long, 19" tall (20.5" tall if you include the cushion) and 14" deep. The cushion is 1.5" tall and is hemmed in by a 1/2" border. The table top surface next to the cushion is optional- the cushion could stretch the entire width of the bench if you prefer. You can choose a different fabric if you like, otherwise I will use the fabric in the photo. This bench is exactly like my original hi-fi vinyl storage...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling
Located in Long Beach, CA
The Douglas Stereo Cabinet has been meticulously designed to be the perfect home for stereo components, records, and any other entertainment device/media. It's an original design ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut
Located in Long Beach, CA
This design is a celebration of, and homage to, the geometric patterns that so often inspired Mid Century design. With this piece we also brought in a little bit of a Boho spirit as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Wood Credenza with Glass Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Credenza with Glass Doors for Ry Mobler Manufacturer Ry Mobler ________________________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mi...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Glass, Wood, Teak

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
Located in Long Beach, CA
The Turned Leg Douglas Stereo Cabinet is functionally the same as the original Douglas cabinet but with a classic turned leg. It's been meticulously designed to be the perfect home f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf
Located in Long Beach, CA
This walnut beauty is the perfect way to showcase your records, 84" long x 16" deep x 24" tall. This is an original design, and is handcrafted in Long Beach, CA by Pete Deeble Furnit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Expertly Restored - Axel Christiansen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Aco Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

California Modernist Tambour-Door Credenza by Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern Credenza designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in the United States c. 1950’s. Supported by tapered legs and crafted with a walnut frame and two tambou...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel

norman sideboard series sideboard designed by Luciano Frigerio of Desio 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
splendid and rare sideboard , Produzione Frigerio Di Desio, design Luciano Frigerio, model "Norman," with finely ad artistically crafted front, composed of four doors with five drawe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Doors Lacquer Credenza by Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant credenza designed by architect and designer Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll Associates Inc, circa 1950s. This iconic design features a walnut wood case over six soli...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Ello Mirrored Case Piece / Credenza with Brass Accents, 1980s
Located in Deland, FL
An eye catching design with a mirrored top and mirrored door faces. The sides are constructed with a concave brass plated profile that compliments the brass door handles. The cabinet...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

René Gabriel Patinated Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
René Gabriel Patinated Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s This mid-century sideboard, crafted from patinated French oak, was designed by René Gabriel in the 1940s in France. It was part of a collection of emergency furniture created for war victims, which is reflected in its simple and functional design. The sideboard features two storage units and five drawers, and it has developed a beautiful patina over time. In its patinated condition, this piece would make a striking addition to any room, whether a living room, family room, screening room, or office. It would also fit well in hospitality or corporate settings, such as a boutique hotel lobby, cocktail bar, members club, or luxury boutique. Incorporating mid-century design is a sustainable choice, as it repurposes furniture...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Italian Birch Sideboard Embellished with Gold Murano Glass and Brass Handles
Located in Guazzora, IT
Italian Birch Sideboard Embellished with Gold Murano Glass and Brass Handles This exquisite Italian birch sideboard is a masterpiece of mid-ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Paul Evans Rare Sculpted Bronze Cabinet with Steel Elements 1970, Signed & Dated
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and large Sculpted Bronze Cabinet with enameled steel elements and cleft slate tops by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1970 (signed “PE 70” on underside). T...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Slate, Bronze, Enamel, Steel

Sahara TV Cabinet, Brass, Miel Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sahara Cocktail Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Sahara TV cabinet is a masterpiece of organic design, crafted with the finest m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Onyx, Granite, Marble, Brass

Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 6 door Credenza C. 1980
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 6 door Credenza or sideboard C. 1980s. Long low Glass staggered Mirror door Credenza with 6 cabinet d...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Paul Evans Mid Century Deep Relief Cabinet Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans Mid Century Deep Relief Cabinet Credenza This credenza measures: 96.5 wide x 20.5 deep x 31.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Birch Stereo Cabinet, Mid-Century Modern Inspired Credenza, Vinyl Hifi Station
Located in Long Beach, CA
This birch stereo credenza is an original design with classic mid century modern lines. It features beautiful American natural birch with sliding doors...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Birch

Vintage 60s Teak sideboard sideboard Barovero design
Located in None, IT
Teak wood sideboard with black top, with double side doors and central drawers, Barovero design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time. DIMENSIO...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid century tv rack side board, with tambour doors, designed and manufactured by Dyrlund of Denmark. Produced in beautifully grained teak this piece is another...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Svend A. Larsen Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

1950's Florence Knoll Caned Walnut Credenza With Leather Pulls
Located in Southampton, NJ
Scarcely seen early 1950's Florence Knoll walnut credenza. So many marvelous features include four caned doors with leather pulls, two generously sized drawers, side bar with spaciou...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Leather, Cane, Walnut

Ello Post Modern Mid century Glass Mirror brushed metal 5 door Credenza C. 1980s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ello Post Modern Mid century Glass Mirror and bushed metal 5 door Credenza or sideboard C. 1980s. Long low Glass Mirror and brushed metal cross hatched Credenza with 5 cabinet doors....
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Amazing Midcentury Paul McCobb H Sacks & Sons 14-Drawer Walnut Dresser Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare midcentury American designer Paul McCobb walnut 14-drawer dresser credenza #8053. Original finish in beautiful vintage condition, has front folding walnut front accordion doors ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Credenza Dresser
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Credenza Dresser Offered is a walnut dresser/credenza made by Broyhill Premier's 'Sculptra'. This piece...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Cabinet in Teak for Søborg Møbelfabrik, 1956
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Cabinet designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956, a beautifully crafted example of Danish mid-century modernism Constructed from solid teak, th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

1970s White Lacquered Credenza with Four Undulating Doors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This four-door credenza from the 1970s has been recently professionally re-lacquered in Parzinger white, giving it a fresh and modern look. The interior features shelves and a single...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Edmond J. Spence Credenza for Industria Meublera, Mexican Modernism c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A mid-century, Mexican Modernism two door server designed by Edmond Spence for Industria Meublera for the Aztec Line. Lacquered, solid mahogany or cherry with carved relief do...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Cherry, Mahogany

Modular "Samara" storage wall unit by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Modular wooden Samara storage wall unit by Dutch designer Derk Jan de Vries, created in the 1970s. This modular storing unit consists of four volumes and includes shelves and drawers...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Ash

Vintage 1960s highboard sideboard in wood design Mangiarotti for Molteni
Located in None, IT
Rosewood sideboard, central folding dresser with writing desk function provided with key: Design Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Paul McCobb "Irwin Collection" Credenza w/ Bi-Folding Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Danish Credenza with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund Denmark, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid century credenza, with tambour doors, designed and manufactured by Dyrlund of Denmark. Produced in beautifully grained Teak this piece is another classic example of Dyrlund's Cra...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 60 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage cond...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Danish modern 3 piece modular suspension credenza unit by Peter J. Lassen for Montana Mobler. This piece can by hung on the wall or stacked or placed on...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Sideboard in Solid Elm by Maison Regain, France, 1970s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A quiet architecture of line and mass, this sideboard by Maison Regain evokes the serene power of essential form. The rectilinear façade is punctuated by four inset doors, each frame...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Elm

Shop Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas and Other 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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