Danish Modern Teak Two Piece Buffet
Danish Two Piece Credenza w/ Hutch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern credenza with floating topper. Simple and handsome design, made of teak veneer
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Johannes Andersen U15 Teak Sideboard, Danemark, 1960
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Sublime Danish teak sideboard by the famous designer Johannes Andersen for SAMCOM.
Composed of two
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Teak 2-Door Sideboard / Buffet by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Dansk Designs, c. 1950
Located in Deland, FL
joint detailing. The back is finished in teak consistent with the quality of the entirety of the piece
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 28 in W 47.25 in D 17.75 in
Heirloom Credenza / Cabinet Attributed to Arne Vodder, Denmark, c. 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite heirloom cabinet, credenza, buffet, or media center
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 30.25 in W 59.75 in D 16.75 in
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Arne Vodder Style Midcentury Danish Teak Credenza Sideboard Buffet
By Arne Vodder
Located in Antwerp, BE
In the style of Arne Vodder this long thin buffet sideboard is made of full teak in Denmark in the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Dyrlund Scandinavian Modern 2-Piece Teak Buffet with China Hutch Display Cabinet
By Dyrlund
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome 2-piece Scandinavian Modern teak buffet with china hutch display cabinet top. This duo is
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak, Glass
H 70 in W 63.25 in L 70 in
Poul Hundevad Danish Teak Buffet With Hutch
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Pasadena, TX
Gorgeous two-piece, Danish Modern cabinet by Poul Hundevad. All wood construction.
The top
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Danish Teak Veneer Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Two-Piece China Hutch Buffet
By Dyrlund
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent Danish teak midcentury Scandinavian Modern two-piece lighted china hutch, and buffet
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Teak
H 71 in W 71 in L 71 in
Danish Teak buffet / pull out writing desk by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous dark stained two-piece Danish Modern cabinet by Poul Hundevad. The top Hutch with drop
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful vintage Scandinavian teak bar cabinet dating from the 1970s. The sideboard features two
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard Buffet by G Plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mid-twentieth century.The piece features two spacious double cupboards, three drawers a single
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 48 in W 74 in D 18 in
Dyrlund Danish Modern Teak China Cabinet with Lighted Display
By Dyrlund, Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Two-piece Danish modern teak china cabinet with lighted display. The china cabinet by Dyrlund
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak, Glass
Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza/Buffet by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup, c1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Chino Hills, CA
synonymous with Danish design.
Not just a mere storage piece, this credenza can effortlessly transition into
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 28.6 in W 80.6 in D 17 in
Vintage Danish Teak Credenza by Søborg Møbler
By Soborg Mobler
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern credenza buffet manufactured by Soborg Mobler in teak. This piece features four
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak 2-Door Sideboard by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Dansk Designs
Located in Deland, FL
joint detailing. The back is finished in teak consistent with the quality of the entirety of the piece
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 28 in W 47.25 in D 17.75 in
Stunning Solid Teak Tambour Door Buffet/Credenza By Johannes Aasbjerg
By Johannes Aasbjerg
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning craftsmanship went into every inch this buffet/credenza.. Wonderful grains in the Teak on
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Teak
Niels Moller Credenza Mobelfabrik Cabinet Bar Server Small Buffet 1961 Dark Teak
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in West Hartford, CT
Smaller scale Danish Modern credenza with sliders attributed to Neils Moller. Circa early 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 39 in D 16 in
Danish Teak Tambour Credenza by Bernhard Pedersen & Son with Finished Back
By Arne Vodder, Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Exquisitely crafted vintage Danish teak chest by Bernhard Pedersen and Son. The back side is fully
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 31.88 in W 71 in D 19.75 in
Danish Teak Sideboard by Niels O. Moller for J.L Møllers, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish Design sideboard
Mouthwatering teak beauty mid century design buffet by Niels O. Møller for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Bernhard Pedersen & Son Teak Credenza, Model 156
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Miami, FL
This nearly 7 foot long Mid-Century teak sideboard features two individual sliding tambour doors
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Jens Quistgaard for Lovig Teak Credenza with Tambour Doors
By Jens Quistgaard, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Mid-Century Danish modern teak credenza or bar cabinet designed by Jens Quistgaard for
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler “Model 20” Teak Sideboard
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Offers extensive storage in a sleek Danish modern design. Sideboard features teak veneer surfaces and six
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Beech, Teak
High RY-20 Sideboard Designed by Hans J. Wegner for RY Mobler, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Antwerp, BE
A wonderful example of Hans Wegner's sideboard or buffet combination for Ry Mobler. This piece was
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
H 70.87 in W 70.87 in D 19.69 in
Fine McIntosh Teak Sideboard Credenza Scotland
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD JANUARY 2010...Beautiful organic lines highlight this exceptional McIntosh Teak piece that is
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Vintage 1950s Sideboards
Modular Configurable Sideboard and Hutch by Martin Borenstein for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Martin Borenstein
Located in South Charleston, WV
Denmark such as the teak, while the American influences are noted through the use of lacquer, glass
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Steel
H 55.25 in W 96.25 in D 21.5 in
Danish Rosewood Buffet with Hutch by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous dark stained two-piece Danish modern cabinet by Poul Hundevad. The top features glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
Christian Linneberg Teak Buffet and Hutch with Three Hutch Lamps
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in Pasadena, TX
A beautiful Danish Modern buffet and hutch by Christian Linneberg. This piece is made of teak wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Highboard RY 20 by Hans Wegner RY Møbler, Teak Credenza
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Danish Modern Highboard RY 20 by Hans Wegner RY Møbler, Teak Credenza
Design: Hans J
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Vintage 1950s Danish Buffets
Materials
Teak
1960s Danish Teak Sideboard Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
This teak buffet was produced in Denmark, circa 1960. Featuring tapered legs and four front drawers
Danish Modern Teak Credenza Bar Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
A Mid-Century Modern teak sideboard or buffet, made in Denmark, dating from the 1970s. The vintage
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Felt, Teak
Poul Hundevad Scandinavian Modern Teak 2 Piece China Hutch Cabinet Bookcase
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co. Scandinavian Modern teak china hutch cabinet, display
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Teak
H 77.25 in W 54.5 in D 16.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Jydsk Mobelindustri Danish Teak Credenza Cabinet, circa 1960s
By Jydsk Mobelvaerk, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
as an TV stand or even a stereo cabinet. It’s also perfect for dining rooms as a buffet. This piece
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 32.88 in W 54.25 in D 17 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Oiled Teak Crendenza Buffet Sideboard
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in West Hartford, CT
piece was designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Made in Denmark.
This Danish sideboard
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Adjustable 2 Piece Display Cabinet Bookcase China Hutch
By J. L. Möller Höjbjerg
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Scandinavian Modern adjustable 2-piece display cabinet, bookcase, or china hutch
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Teak, Paint
H 76.5 in W 47.25 in D 18 in
Plinth Base Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza Media Cabinet by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund, Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Exquisitely crafted vintage 1970s Danish teak credenza by Dyrlund. This is the perfect media center
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 30.38 in W 74.5 in D 19.25 in
Scandinavian Modern Sibast No 11 Sideboard Buffet Arne Vodder for George Tanier
By George Tanier, Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern Sibast No 11 sideboard, buffet, credenza by Arne Vodder for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak, Lacquer
H 30.75 in W 53.3 in D 19.5 in
Locking Danish Teak Expanding Top Bar Cart Server by Dyrlund on Casters
By Erik Buch, Dyrlund, Johannes Andersen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Scandinavian Modern Danish teak bar cart by Dyrlund, circa 1960s. This extendable top server by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Chrome
H 34.5 in W 21.75 in D 34.25 in
Svend Aage Madsen for Falster Teak Credenza and Hutch
By Svend Åge Madsen, Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Mid-Century Danish Modern teak bar cabinet, designed by Svend Madsen for Falster, made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Dining Table by France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
produced by France & Son in Denmark. It is constructed from solid teak wood, and has two drop leaves that
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans Wegner Teak Buffet Highboard Mid-Century Danish Modern Design
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
This gorgeous and versatile piece is one of the most popular Wegner designs.
With six drawers and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Buffet Display China Cabinet With Hutch And Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
Teak buffet with display hutch. Lots of storage. It has lights that work. Adjustable shelves
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
H 70 in W 71 in D 18.5 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Credenza Buffet With Hutch By D-Scan Captain Line
By D-Scan
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful midcentury Danish modern teak credenza buffet is the perfect addition to any home
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 78.75 in D 20 in
Danish Modern Teak Hutch with Drop Leaf Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a Mid-Century Modern teak storage piece with sliding doors on the bottom right that conceal
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Knud Nielsen Teak Credenza or Buffet for Losning Mobelfabrik
By Knud Nielsen, Losning Mobelfabrik
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This lovely Danish Modern teak buffet or credenza was designed by Knud Nielsen in the 1960s for
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Buffet Hutch Display China Cabinet Bow Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous Danish Modern teak buffet with hutch. Bow front design. No manufacturer label found. A
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
H 72 in W 70 in D 20.5 in
Danish Two-Door Midcentury Teak Sliding Door Sideboard by Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s teak sliding two-door sideboard on a plinth base. This piece is the perfect size for a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
H 26.25 in W 54.5 in D 16.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Credenza with Louver Drawers and Oak Atomic Era Style Base
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This spectacular Danish modern teak credenza buffet has a rich wonderful patina that contrasts
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Teak
H 32.5 in W 83.5 in D 18.25 in
Danish Teak 3 Drawer Credenza Sideboard with Bar Storage
Located in Portland, ME
credenza or buffet also has a finished back. This piece bears no maker marks, but purchased in Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Danish Teak 4 Slider Credenza by EW Bach for Sejling Skabe, 2 Interior Drawers
By Sejling Skabe, E.W. Bach
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This lovely Danish Modern teak buffet / credenza was designed by EW Bach for Sejling Skabe in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 31 in W 77.25 in L 31 in
HW Klein Sculptural Teak Credenza or Sideboard for Bramin
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This impeccable Danish Modern teak credenza or buffet is certainly one of the nicest we have ever
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Birch, Teak
Pair of Danish Mid-20th Century Teak Wood Chest and Credenza, Signed
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Teak wood pair of piece of furnishing, one is a little chest with four drawers, the other one, is a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
H 28.75 in W 35.24 in D 15.75 in
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
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