What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

Danish 1950s Credenza

Sideboard Credenza Tambour Door

Danish Modern Rosewood Sideboard

Midcentury Credenza Bar

Arne Vodder Teak Credenza

Borge Mogensen Credenza

Danish Modern Teak Sibast Mobler

Dark Wood Credenza

Aco Mobler

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza Sideboard Server c 1950/60's

$1,400

H 27.5 in W 53.25 in D 19.75 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza Sideboard Server c 1950/60's

By Brouer Mobel

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern rosewood credenza, server, sideboard, server, marked Brouer

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

1950s Professionally Restored Dux Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

$4,500

H 31 in W 71 in D 18 in

1950s Professionally Restored Dux Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Las Vegas, NV

and crafted by Dux in Sweden circa 1950’s. This beautifully refinished Teak credenza showcases the

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Sideboard Credenza 1950s

$12,595

H 34.75 in W 88.63 in D 18.5 in

Danish Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Sideboard Credenza 1950s

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Baltimore, MD

Sibast Mobler made in Denmark, circa 1960’s. World famous for winning the Gold Medal at the 1958 Milan

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Rare Danish mid century sideboard model RY-26 designed by Hans Wegner, 1950´s

$15,487

H 31.11 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in

Rare Danish mid century sideboard model RY-26 designed by Hans Wegner, 1950´s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

, and 79 cm high, this 1950s piece from Ry Møbler, Denmark, showcases luxurious wood and elegant brass

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

1950s Monumental Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by Henry Rosengren Hansen

$15,000

H 31.5 in W 114.25 in D 18.75 in

1950s Monumental Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by Henry Rosengren Hansen

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelindustri

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a truly “monumental” Danish credenza, designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen and produced by

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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Rosewood

1950s Danish Modern High Sideboard / Bar in Teak

$4,980

H 47.75 in W 59 in D 17.25 in

1950s Danish Modern High Sideboard / Bar in Teak

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 59

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

1950's Scandinavian Brazilian Rosewood Sideboard with Center Bar

$9,800

H 41.33 in W 82.75 in D 17.25 in

1950's Scandinavian Brazilian Rosewood Sideboard with Center Bar

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Oakland, CA

This handcrafted Danish sideboard from the 1950s is made of dark Brazilian rosewood with stunning

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Danish Side or Hi Fi Cabinet, Teck, Typical of the 1950s, Midcentury

$1,238Sale Price|43% Off

H 25.6 in W 32.29 in D 15.36 in

Danish Side or Hi Fi Cabinet, Teck, Typical of the 1950s, Midcentury

Located in Labrit, Landes

Little cabinet with one vertical door and one horizontal door. Made circa 1950. Teck. Made in

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Vintage 1950s Danish Credenzas

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Teak Sideboard with China Legs of Oak Made for FDB Møbler 1950s

$4,839

H 37.01 in W 48.04 in D 17.33 in

Børge Mogensen Teak Sideboard with China Legs of Oak Made for FDB Møbler 1950s

By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

cabinet is made in Denmark 1950s by FDB Møbler by crafted skilled carpenters. Very nice refinished

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dry Bar Sideboard Credenza c 1950/60's

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

H 45 in W 78.75 in D 18.5 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dry Bar Sideboard Credenza c 1950/60's

By Hans J. Wegner, France & Daverkosen

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern sideboard, credenza, dry bar, constructed of teak, teak

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

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Mirror, Rosewood, Teak

1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza

$7,038

H 29 in W 56.25 in D 58 in

1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Oak Measurements

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Skobvy Møbelfabrik Scandinavian Dark Wood Credenza Bar Cabinet Buffet 1950s

$7,017

H 47.25 in W 45.28 in D 18.51 in

Skobvy Møbelfabrik Scandinavian Dark Wood Credenza Bar Cabinet Buffet 1950s

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

doors, one of which folds down to become a shelf for bottles and glasses, Denmark, 1960s. Manufacturer’s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Wood

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Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by Oman Jun, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 94.49 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by Oman Jun, 1950s

By Aco Møbler

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Mid-Century Modern teak sideboard was designed in the 1950s for Axel Christensen Odder

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 98.43 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen, 1950s

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Mid-Century Modern teak sideboard was designed in the 1950s by H.P. Hansen in Denmark. It

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Moller Sideboard No 20, Denmark, 1950s

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H 27.56 in W 86.62 in D 15.75 in

Moller Sideboard No 20, Denmark, 1950s

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Vienna, Vienna

. Produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Danish Mid-Century Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig 1950s

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H 45.67 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in

Danish Mid-Century Bar Cabinet in Rosewood by Kurt Østervig 1950s

By Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in St-Brais, JU

Scandinavian mid-century design with this breathtaking bar by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler, Denmark

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Ib Kofod-Larsen Danish Midcentury Teak Sideboard or Credenza for G Plan, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 83.86 in D 18.12 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Danish Midcentury Teak Sideboard or Credenza for G Plan, 1950s

By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Ib Kofod-Larsen Danish midcentury teak sideboard or credenza for G Plan 1950s. Storage space

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Teak

Ole Wanscher Grained Mahogany Credenza/High Sideboard circa 1950s

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H 55.2 in W 47.2 in D 15.75 in

Ole Wanscher Grained Mahogany Credenza/High Sideboard circa 1950s

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

Stunning Ole Wanscher grained mahogany highboy/credenza from Denmark, circa late 1950s. Long-legged

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Mahogany

1950's Danish Rosewood and Mahogany Sideboard with Bar

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H 33 in W 110.25 in D 17.5 in

1950's Danish Rosewood and Mahogany Sideboard with Bar

By Mostly Danish Furniture

Located in Long Island City, NY

Danish solid rosewood and mahogany extra long sideboard with four storage doors, four sliding doors

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Danish Modern Teak Credenza ca. 1950s

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H 44.25 in W 65 in D 17.25 in

Danish Modern Teak Credenza ca. 1950s

Located in Peabody, MA

Danish Modern teak sideboard, ca 1950s. Sliding book-matched door fronts, with row of (book

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Vintage 1950s Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Mid Height Credenza by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s

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H 34.13 in W 39.38 in D 12.63 in

Mid Height Credenza by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in New York, NY

A well scaled credenza on turned teak legs, beechwood interior with a single adjustable shelf. The

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Beech, Teak

Axel Albeck Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza, 1950s

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H 34.63 in W 51.25 in D 18 in

Axel Albeck Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza, 1950s

By Axel Albeck, Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional mid-century Danish Modern teak tambour door sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Arne Vodder for Sibast Teak Credenza, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 77.5 in D 19.5 in

Danish Modern Arne Vodder for Sibast Teak Credenza, 1950s

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Scandinavian Modern Arne Vodder teak sideboard for Sibast Mobler, circa 1950s. This sideboard is a

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

1950's Arne Vodder Sibast Teak Tambour Sideboard Credenza Cabinet

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H 32 in W 67 in D 18.5 in

1950's Arne Vodder Sibast Teak Tambour Sideboard Credenza Cabinet

By Arne Vodder

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Denmark, c.1950s. Arne Vodder Teak Danish Mid-Century Tambour Door Sideboard Credenza. Rich Deep

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Danish Design Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen 1950s Teak Drawers Brown

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H 31.5 in W 66.93 in L 31.5 in

Danish Design Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen 1950s Teak Drawers Brown

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Wonderful Danish design sideboard / credenza designed and produced by H.P. Hansen in the 1950s. The

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

1950s Danish Modern Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom

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H 28.5 in W 60 in D 20.5 in

1950s Danish Modern Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Cedar Falls, IA

1950s Danish Modern credenza in walnut by Jens Risom. Excellent condition for its age. Nice

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza Buffet Bernhard Pedersen 1950s 4 Door

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H 33 in W 78.5 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza Buffet Bernhard Pedersen 1950s 4 Door

By Bernhard Petersen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a marvelous, teak credenza, with four sliding doors, made in Denmark, by

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Stunning Buffet or Credenza "Model 29" by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1950s

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H 30 in W 72 in D 19.5 in

Stunning Buffet or Credenza "Model 29" by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1950s

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in New York, NY

Handsome buffet or Credenza "Model 29" by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, 1950s. This is a rare

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Danish Design Credenza or Sideboard in Sculpted Teak by H.P. Hansen 1950s Brown

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H 33.86 in W 95.28 in D 19.89 in

Danish Design Credenza or Sideboard in Sculpted Teak by H.P. Hansen 1950s Brown

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Magnificent Danish design sideboard or credenza by H.P. Hansen in the 1950s. Wonderful organic

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Design Credenza / Sideboard by Clausen & Son 1950s Teak Brown

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H 28.94 in W 82.09 in D 18.12 in

Vintage Danish Design Credenza / Sideboard by Clausen & Son 1950s Teak Brown

By Clausen & Søn

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Danish teak sideboard / credenza designed by Clausen & son in the 1960s. Wonderful sculpted

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Danish Design Sideboard / Credenza by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia 1950s Teak

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H 32.68 in W 90.56 in D 16.93 in

Danish Design Sideboard / Credenza by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia 1950s Teak

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Wonderful Danish design sideboard or credenza by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia 1950. Wonderful

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Danish Sideboard/Credenza by Bernhard Pedersen & Son Teak Tambour Doors, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 82.88 in D 19.49 in

Danish Sideboard/Credenza by Bernhard Pedersen & Son Teak Tambour Doors, 1950s

By Bernhard Pedersen & Son

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Magnificent Danish design sideboard designed by Bernhard Pedersen & Son in the 1950s. The sideboard

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Hans Olsen

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H 26.5 in W 50 in D 16.75 in

Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Hans Olsen

By Hans Olsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Compact credenza designed by Hans Olsen and manufactured by Hans Olsen Design in Denmark circa 1950

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Mid-century Danish Rosewood Credenza

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H 33.63 in W 86.63 in D 19.63 in

Mid-century Danish Rosewood Credenza

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Early 1950s Danish credenza finely handcrafted of Brazilian rosewood, featuring a pair of sliding

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

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H 28 in W 84 in D 18 in

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, crafted circa 1950-1959. Meticulously restored to its

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak, Walnut

Danish Modern Tambour Door Teak Credenza by Poul Hundevad

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H 29 in W 82 in D 19.75 in

Danish Modern Tambour Door Teak Credenza by Poul Hundevad

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish modern, 1950s, teak credenza by Poul Hundevad features sliding tambour doors with recessed

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Falster Møbelfabrik

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H 32.75 in W 63 in D 18.25 in

Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Falster Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1950’s. This credenza features a spectacular teak wood frame with soft beveled inner edges and a solid

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Birch, Teak

Sideboard Model OS 29 In Teak By Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1950's

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H 29.93 in W 71.66 in D 19.3 in

Sideboard Model OS 29 In Teak By Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark 1950's

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Hellouw, NL

advertising agency from the 1950s in New York, was partly responsible for the revival of mid-century Danish

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Sideboard Designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s

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H 33.47 in W 82.68 in D 22.45 in

Sideboard Designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s

By Erik Wørts

Located in Stockholm, SE

Sideboard designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark. 1950s. Brazilian rosewood. Stamped

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Danish Oak High Sideboard by Henning Kjaernulf, 1950s

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H 45.48 in W 80.32 in D 18.51 in

Danish Oak High Sideboard by Henning Kjaernulf, 1950s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Rīga, LV

Carved oak sideboard or cabinet with glass doors and original trays for cutlery. I have a similar design corner cabinet by Henning Kjaernulf in stock. Dimensions: H 115.5 cm, W 204 ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Art Glass, Oak

Borge Mogensen Compact Teak Credenza for Søborg Møbler

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H 26.25 in W 46.75 in L 26.25 in

Borge Mogensen Compact Teak Credenza for Søborg Møbler

By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbler 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish and versatile modern credenza designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler in Denmark

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Midcentury Credenza by Hans Olsen

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H 29.5 in W 50 in D 16.5 in

Midcentury Credenza by Hans Olsen

Located in Pomona, CA

Compact credenza designed by Hans Olsen and manufactured by Hans Olsen design in Denmark circa

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Vintage 1950s Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Multi-Color Credenza for Søborg Møbler

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H 33 in W 53 in D 21.25 in

Børge Mogensen Multi-Color Credenza for Søborg Møbler

By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbler 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful modern credenza designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler in Denmark, circa 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak, Teak

Arne Vodder Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Sibast Møbler

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H 31.75 in W 88.75 in D 18.5 in

Arne Vodder Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Sibast Møbler

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern teak credenza designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler in Denmark circa 1950’s. This

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Model-66 Rosewood Credenza for Faarup Møbelfabrik

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H 30.5 in W 90.5 in L 30.5 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Model-66 Rosewood Credenza for Faarup Møbelfabrik

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant credenza designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1950s. This

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Johannes Andersen Teak Credenza with Lacquered Doors for Georg Pedersens

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H 30.5 in W 71.5 in L 30.5 in

Johannes Andersen Teak Credenza with Lacquered Doors for Georg Pedersens

By Johannes Andersen, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish modern credenza by iconic Danish designer Johannes Andersen for Georg Pedersens in Denmark

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak, Wood

Midcentury Danish Hans J. Wegner Small Oak Sideboard Made by Rye Møbler, 1950s

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H 27.96 in W 39.38 in D 19.3 in

Midcentury Danish Hans J. Wegner Small Oak Sideboard Made by Rye Møbler, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Original vintage small sideboard with 2 doors and shelves by the Danish architect Hans J. Wegner

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Tambour-Door Credenza for Søborg Møbelfabrik

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H 34.25 in W 65.25 in D 18.75 in

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Tambour-Door Credenza for Søborg Møbelfabrik

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in Denmark, circa 1950s. This stylish asymmetrical credenza features a

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard Model 29A, 1950s

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H 31.75 in W 98.25 in D 18.5 in

Scandinavian Modern Arne Vodder Teak Sideboard Model 29A, 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Gorgeous Arne Vodder teak credenza model 29A for Sibast Mobler, circa 1950s. This iconic and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Midcentury Sideboard in Solid Teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, 1950s

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H 34.26 in W 53.15 in D 18.9 in

Midcentury Sideboard in Solid Teak by Hvidt & Mølgaard, 1950s

By Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in Lejre, DK

. Designed by Hvidt and Mølgaard for Søborg Møbler in 1958. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Teak Sideboard by Takashi Okamura & Erik Marquardsen for O. Bank Larsen, 1950s

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H 28 in W 68 in L 28 in

Teak Sideboard by Takashi Okamura & Erik Marquardsen for O. Bank Larsen, 1950s

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Almelo, NL

Enfilade teak by Takashi Okamura for O. Bank Larsen, Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s. Three drawers and

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Model No. 20 Rosewood Sideboard by Niels O. Moller for J.L Møllers, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 18.9 in

Model No. 20 Rosewood Sideboard by Niels O. Moller for J.L Møllers, 1950s

By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller

Located in Breda, Netherlands

Møllers, Denmark. This piece has a lot going for it, just note the raised edges of the top in solid

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Bar Sideboard in Teak by Rex Raab for Wilhelm Renz, 1950s

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H 29.93 in W 82.68 in D 24.41 in

Mid-Century Modern Bar Sideboard in Teak by Rex Raab for Wilhelm Renz, 1950s

By Walter Wirz, Rex Raab

Located in München, Bavaria

opens through a hinged door. This mid-century sideboard was produced in the 1950s and crafted from

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Danish Midcentury Teak Sideboard or Credenza with Tambour Doors, 1950s

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H 49.5 in W 66 in D 17 in

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By Gunni Omann

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1950s Danish Teak Credenza by William Wyatt

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H 31.25 in W 59 in D 17.75 in

1950s Danish Teak Credenza by William Wyatt

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We’re excited to present a rare, smaller-scale Danish teak credenza from the 1950s, fresh from the

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Wonderful Danish Design Credenza / Sideboard by H.P. Hansen, 1950s, Teak Brown

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H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in

Wonderful Danish Design Credenza / Sideboard by H.P. Hansen, 1950s, Teak Brown

By H.P. Hansen

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Danish Mid-Century Teak Sideboard or Credenza with Sculpted Legs, Denmark, 1950s

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Johannes Andersen Teak Credenza, 1950s

By Johannes Andersen

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A stunning Mid-Century Modern teak credenza or sideboard designed by Johannes Andersen, 1950s. One

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Vintage Minimalist Danish Sideboard / Credenza in Teak and Chrome 1950s Brown

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Vintage Minimalist Danish Sideboard / Credenza in Teak and Chrome 1950s Brown

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Minimalist Danish sideboard / credenza in teak with chrome legs made in the 1950s. Wonderful clean

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Arne Vodder Sideboard Credenza Model 29a, Produced by Sibast, 1950s Denmark

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Arne Vodder Sideboard Credenza Model 29a, Produced by Sibast, 1950s Denmark

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Madison, WI

This Sibast Mobler's model 29A teak credenza designed by Arne Vodder during the 1950s is truly

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Danish Design Credenza/Sideboard in Teak by Bernhard Pedersen 1950s Brown Beig

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Danish Design Credenza/Sideboard in Teak by Bernhard Pedersen 1950s Brown Beig

By Bernhard Pedersen & Son, Bernhard Petersen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Gorgeous Danish design credenza/sideboard in teak Designed & produced by Bernhard Pedersen

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Danish Design Sideboard or Credenza by Axel Christensen 1950s Tambour Doors Teak

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H 31.11 in W 79.14 in D 18.31 in

Danish Design Sideboard or Credenza by Axel Christensen 1950s Tambour Doors Teak

By Axel Christensen, Aco Møbler

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Wonderful Danish design sideboard designed by Axel Christenen for Aco Mobler in the 1950s. The

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Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Hight Credenza Sidebard, 1950s

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Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Hight Credenza Sidebard, 1950s

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

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Scandinavian Midcentury Modernism Dark Wood Credenza Sidebard, 1950s

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H 35.83 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in

Scandinavian Midcentury Modernism Dark Wood Credenza Sidebard, 1950s

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

drawers, manufactured in Denmark from 1950s. Please note that the sideboard is original of the period and

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1950s Danish Teak Credenza by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik — Model 160

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1950s Danish Teak Credenza by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik — Model 160

By Børge Mogensen

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Danish Modern Teak Sideboard, 1950s.

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H 49.41 in W 62.01 in D 16.15 in

Danish Modern Teak Sideboard, 1950s.

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H 71 in W 71 in D 19.5 in

1950s Hans J. Wegner for RY Mobler Teak Credenza / Hutch

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning Hans J. Wegner Danish teak credenza is the perfect addition to any modern home

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Triennale Dresser / Credenza Model L-32-6 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, c. 1950s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Deland, FL

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Danish 1950s Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Danish 1950s credenza available at 1stDibs. A Danish 1950s credenza — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the Danish 1950s credenza you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Danish 1950s credenza, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner and Sibast each produced at least one beautiful Danish 1950s credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a Danish 1950s Credenza?

Prices for a Danish 1950s credenza start at $1,200 and top out at $60,313 with the average selling for $4,659.

Finding the Right Credenzas for You

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 American 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 and vintage credenzas for sale on 1stDibs to find the perfect fit for your home today.

Questions About Danish 1950s Credenza

What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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