Skip to main content

Credenza With File

Custom English Yew Wood Credenza with File Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
Created for us by our master craftsmen in England, this file credenza retains an old world charm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Credenzas

Materials

Yew

Custom English Yew Wood Credenza with File Drawers
Custom English Yew Wood Credenza with File Drawers
$15,500 / item
H 32 in W 67.5 in D 20 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern Executive Walnut Credenza With File Drawers
By Jens Risom, Florence Knoll, Kimball Manufacturing Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
Kimball style Credenza / Office Cabinet with File Drawers. Quality craftsmanship and materials in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza
By Giorgio Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Astoria, NY
Saporiti Italia Gray Stained Bird's Eye Maple Credenza, with filing cabinet and three drawers to
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza
Saporiti Italia Bird's Eye Maple Credenza
$1,800
H 23 in W 46 in D 21.5 in
Kimball Credenza / Office Cabinet with File Drawers
By Kimball Manufacturing Co.
Located in Fulton, CA
Quality craftsmanship and materials in the Kimball Furniture Office Credenza. Features 2 file
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Style Credenza with Matching File Cabinet by by Giacomo Buzzitta
By Stow Davis
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful credenza with matching file cabinet designed by Giacomo Buzzittan for Stow Davis. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Steel

Harvey Probber Executive Credenza
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Harvey Probber executive credenza with four drawers, one file drawer and two open cabinets in solid
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Executive Credenza
Harvey Probber Executive Credenza
$4,000
H 26 in W 85 in D 18 in
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar credenza, bronze sides with two file drawers and 3 pencil drawers
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
$5,775
H 27 in W 62 in D 18 in

Recent Sales

Edward Wormley Office Credenza with File Drawer in Walnut 1960s 'Signed'
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Office credenza with file drawer in walnut with hand-carved rosewood pulls by Edward Wormley for
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Rosewood Credenza with File Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning rosewood credenza, American, circa 1960s. The cabinet features a pair of highly figured
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Credenza with File Drawers
Rosewood Credenza with File Drawers
H 29.5 in W 72 in D 20.5 in
George Nelson Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark walnut Nelson credenza with two drawers, two file drawers and a door with storage and inside
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson Credenza
George Nelson Credenza
H 26.75 in W 58.5 in D 18.75 in
Vintage Midcentury Stow Davis Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
Stow Davis. Dark walnut credenza with two file drawers, one pencil tray and additional drawer. A
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture Neoclassical Ornately Carved Mahogany Sideboard Credenza
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
included. Could also be used as a bar cabinet or office credenza, with hanging file drawer.
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Stow Davis low media Credenza
By Attributed to Stow-Davis
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Cool Stow and Davis Midcentury Modern low credenza with two file drawers , two drawer and a bar
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Directional 4 Drawer Executive Credenza, 1960s
By Directional
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an excellent example of an executive credenza file cabinet, with four
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Large Oak Cabinet by Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A monumental oak credenza with three file drawers in the center. Designed by Roger Sprunger or
Category

Vintage 1970s Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Large Oak Cabinet by Dunbar
Large Oak Cabinet by Dunbar
H 29 in W 136.375 in D 20 in
Cantilevered Brazilian Rosewood Sideboard
Located in Houston, TX
Rosewood Credenza / Sideboard with cantilevered chrome legs. File drawer on the left with cabinet
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Herman Miller Style Biltrite Walnut Filing Cabinet Office Credenza
By Herman Miller, Biltrite
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. Original label present inside top drawer. This piece is a true office credenza with two file drawers and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar credenza with 2 file drawers in the middle, 3 small drawers on left side
Category

20th Century American Sideboards

Materials

Chrome

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Credenza
H 27 in W 79.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Directional Leather Topped Executive Desk & Credenza, 1960s
By Directional
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredible, leather topped, executive desk and matching credenza, both
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

USM Mid Credenza with File Drawers, golden yellow
By Usm Haller
Located in New York, NY
(without lock) 2x hanging file drawers incl.adjustable glides. incl. read and side panels with
Category

2010s Swiss Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Office Credenza with File Drawer
By Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
A simple elegant American walnut office credenza, circa 1960s great condition very clean we have
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Warren Platner Style Executive Pedestal Desk by Gianni
By Gianni Furniture Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
matching walnut executive storage credenza with file drawers and cabinets on chrome platform base. See ref
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson Styled Walnut Mid Century Credenza / File Cabinet
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A smaller sized walnut credenza / file cabinet with four deep pull out drawers and chromed pulls
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman Style Rosewood with Chrome Plinth Credenza
Located in Denton, TX
Rosewood and chrome credenza with two large file drawers and two pencil drawers also two doors in
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Midcentury Stow Davis Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
Credenza An early example of a Classic walnut credenza by Stow Davis. Dark walnut credenza with 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Midcentury Stow Davis Walnut Credenza
Vintage Midcentury Stow Davis Walnut Credenza
H 26.5 in W 58.25 in D 19.25 in
Ste. Marie & Laurent Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza
By Ste. Marie and Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ste. Marie & Laurent credenza with black leather top, deep file drawer, three pencil drawers and
Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Small Danish Modern Teak Credenza with Concealed File Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern teak credenza with a small file cabinet.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Studio Walnut Credenza with File Drawers by Bruce McQuilkin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand made Walnut Credenza with File Drawers by Bruce McQuilkin. This piece was used by the artist
Category

Late 20th Century American Console Tables

Herman Miller-Inspired Custom Wood Credenza With File Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Based on a 1950's Herman Miller designed credenza this vintage reproduction is amazing and well
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Narrow Leather Top Pedestal Desk Credenza with File Drawer and Computer Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
such as a full size file drawer that will fit either legal or letter size files. (It comes with a pre
Category

2010s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Knoll Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Six drawer credenza with file drawer designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll, c. 1960's. Comprised of
Category

Vintage 1960s American Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Knoll Credenza
Knoll Credenza
H 25.5 in W 37.5 in D 18 in
Mahogany Office File Cabinet Credenza with Cabinet Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful office credenza is handmade by a traditional English cabinetmaker and directly
Category

2010s English Georgian Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany

Wooden Filing Cabinet with Rolling Shutter, 1930s
Located in Savona, IT
Italian-made furniture produced in the 1930s. Structure in solid wood and beech veneer. Roller shutter opening with wooden strips. Base in black painted wood. Handles in shaped w...
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Credenza
Located in Hudson, NY
All teak credenza with three file drawers and 6 regular drawers. Polished chrome base. Made by
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Florence Knoll Credenza
Florence Knoll Credenza
H 25.5 in W 74.5 in D 17.75 in
Credenza by Florence Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
Credenza with 4 drawers and one file drawer, walnut case with marble top on polished chrome base
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Credenza by Florence Knoll
Credenza by Florence Knoll
H 25.5 in W 37.25 in D 17.75 in
Credenza by Florence Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
Iconic credenza with 8 drawers and two file drawers, walnut case with marble top on polished chrome
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Credenza by Florence Knoll
Credenza by Florence Knoll
H 25.5 in W 74.75 in D 17.75 in
Credenza in Burl Walnut.
Located in Roswell, GA
Fine quality English Burl Walnut Credenza with 2 filing drawers,4 conventional drawers and center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Credenza in Burl Walnut.
Credenza in Burl Walnut.
H 31 in W 70 in D 24 in
Florence Knoll Rosewood Executive Credenza
Located in Hudson, NY
Rosewood credenza with four file drawers and four regular drawers; marble top and polished chrome
Category

Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Florence Knoll Rosewood Executive Credenza
Florence Knoll Rosewood Executive Credenza
H 25.5 in W 74.75 in D 17.75 in
Jens Risom Walnut file credenza
Located in New York, NY
Jens Risom for Risom designs ca.1965 Walnut file credenza with solid Walnut sculpted handles in
Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Walnut file credenza
Jens Risom Walnut file credenza
H 33 in W 58.5 in D 20 in
Rosewood, Leather, and Chrome Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Rosewood, Leather, and Chrome Credenza with Four Drawers (One with Filing System) and Two Interior
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Console Tables

Materials

Chrome

People Also Browsed

Cool Dutch 1970's Space Age Vanity Dressing Table & Matching Wallmounted Mirror
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Fantastic 1970's Space Age Bedroom Vanity / Dressing Table The Vanity has an adjustable mirror and a drawer unit for storing your make up goodies A cute wall mounted mirror in yel...
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Vanities

Materials

Brass

Classic Cabinet / Sideboard Made in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern Buffet, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A fine rectangular classic buffet cabinet / sideboard in oak with brass handles. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Beautiful sculptural front design and lovely warm patina....
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

"Avenir Nightstand" Natural Mappa Burl Cabinet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Lemieux Et Cie Avenir Nightstand in Mappa Burl is quietly designed with a sleek silhouette and luxurious materials. Crafted from natural Mappa burl wood, its warm tones and organ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Burl

Danish Credenza with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund Denmark, 1960s
By Dyrlund
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...
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Green Velvet Dining Room Chairs by H. Pander & Zonen Netherlands, 1930s
By H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Art Deco green velvet dining room chairs by H. Pander & Zonen Netherlands, 1930s.
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid Century Dresser with Twelve Drawers
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Chic long low mid century dresser with two banks of four drawers, flanking two doors which open to reveal an addition four interior drawers. The rectangular wood case is supported by...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Dresser with Twelve Drawers
Mid Century Dresser with Twelve Drawers
$2,400
H 32.25 in W 73.75 in D 19 in
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
$4,020 / set
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in
Modern Penedo Showcase Bar Cabinet Patagonia Stone Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern inspired Penedo Showcase, Hand-Crafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo marble cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes, shaped a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass

Modern Penedo Showcase Bar Cabinet Patagonia Stone Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Modern Penedo Showcase Bar Cabinet Patagonia Stone Handmade Portugal Greenapple
$43,138 Sale Price
25% Off
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Danish Rosewood Petite Chest of Drawers
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oakland, CA
High-quality Danish chest of drawers attributed to Kofoed Larsen, crafted of Brazilian rosewood with four book-matched drawers featuring recessed handles, raised on solid rosewood le...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Petite Chest of Drawers
Danish Rosewood Petite Chest of Drawers
$2,400
H 27.5 in W 23.5 in D 13.75 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Bow Front Corner Cabinet, 1950s.
By Agner Christoffersen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Bow Front Corner Cabinet, 1950s. Beautiful Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet in Rosewood with rounded front. Large compartment with three triangu...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Rosewood

Expertly Restored -Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern credenza designed by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co. in Denmark circa 1960’s. This compact credenza includes tapered solid teak wood legs and two doors with a vintage key...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch, Teak

Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier, 5 arms green Murano glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which...
Category

2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
$1,524 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 25.6 in
19th Century Oak Coin or Collectors Cabinet
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century oak coin cabinet, the moulded top above panelled body, the two front doors opening to reveal fitted interior of twenty two lined drawers terminating on platform base.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Cabinets

Materials

Oak

19th Century Oak Coin or Collectors Cabinet
19th Century Oak Coin or Collectors Cabinet
$5,392
H 31.75 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Low Danish Sideboard Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your living space with this stunning Danish credenza from Mid Century Traders. Expertly crafted from vintage teak, this low Danish sideboard offers exceptional storage with i...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Rosewood credenza sideboard, Danish 1970s from Skovby, mid-century cabinet
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Skovby furniture is renowned for its high quality. Recently, it has gained more recognition for its design and style, emerging from the shadows of top Danish mid-century modern desig...
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Secretary Desk by Erling Torvits, 1960s.
By Erling Torvits, Klim Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood/palisander Secretaire by Erling Torvits, 1960s. Stunning Rosewood bureau designed by Danish architect Erling Torvits for Klim Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Th...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Rosewood

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Credenza With File", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Credenza With File For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the credenza with file you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, walnut and mahogany, every credenza with file was constructed with great care. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage credenza with file now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer credenza with file, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each credenza with file bearing Mid-Century Modern, Georgian or Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made credenza with file over the years, but those crafted by Dunbar, Stow & Davis and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Credenza With File?

A credenza with file can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,350, while the lowest priced sells for $1,016 and the highest can go for as much as $15,500.

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 Credenza With File
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A credenza is a cabinet-style piece of furniture typically found in the dining room. It is often used for serving food, for displaying serving dishes, and for dining ware storage. It is typically defined by its short legs and sliding doors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Filing cabinets are anywhere from 29 inches to 60 inches tall. The height of these cabinets is dependent on the number of drawers. The width of these cabinets are 15” or 18 ¼ inches wide for legal size.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    When choosing a file or filing cabinet, size is the most significant consideration. Typically, file cabinets include drawers that are ideal for papers that are legal or letter size. Be sure the material of your cabinet is durable and that it is lightweight so that it can be moved around. Shop a range of antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A hanging file drawer in a desk is often a good alternative to filing cabinets. You can also find carts, boxes and bins designed for storing files and paperwork. On 1stDibs, shop a range of desks and filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The purpose of a credenza is dependent on the room in which it is placed: Most credenzas are in a dining room and serve the same function as a buffet, but credenzas in a living room or bedroom are decorative and can be used as storage or a surface for displaying small objects. Credenzas tend to be long, low cabinets on slender legs, often with sliding doors for concealing small appliances, clothes, dishes…etc.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Why it is called a credenza relates to historic lore about the furniture. In Italian, credenza is a word for “trust” or “belief.” During the 16th century, food and drink was often tested by a servant for a prominent person to see if it contained poison. The sideboard where this tasting took place came to be called a credenza. From there, a cabinet used to hold drinkware, plates and other items became known by the term as well. Although credenzas are now general storage furniture used in homes and offices, the original name remains. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of credenzas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A TV credenza, also known as a TV cabinet, is a classic piece of furniture that can be used as a stand to support your television. Similar in form to credenzas — a popular kind of case piece — a TV credenza will likely feature shelves and cabinets or drawers for storage purposes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary TV cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your filing cabinet is fireproof, look on the back, inside and behind the drawers. Some fireproof file cabinets will feature a mark that begins with "UL," such as "UL 350" or "UL 150." This marking indicates that pieces in the filing cabinet gained fireproof certification from Underwriters Laboratories. Even if your piece doesn't bear a UL marking, it still may be fireproof. Conduct online research on your specific model using trustworthy resources or contact the manufacturer to verify. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best maker of filing cabinets is really a matter of personal preference. On 1stDibs, you'll find a range of filing cabinets from Andrew Forseth, Matt Richmond, Blake Tovin and other well-known designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To find your filing cabinet brand, start with the front, as some makers place stickers above the lock or in the bottom corners. If you don't find any markings there, look on the back and then search inside the drawers. If you still cannot locate a brand name, remove the drawers from the cabinet and check the frame behind them. In addition, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer may be of assistance if you're trying to determine the brand of an antique or vintage filing cabinet. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between a credenza and a console is design. A credenza is an elongated low cabinet usually containing shelves concealed by cabinet doors. Some also have open shelving and drawers. On the other hand, a console is a tall, long and narrow table. Consoles may provide storage space in the form of open shelves or drawers, but some are simple tables with no storage features beyond their tops. Shop a selection of console tables and credenzas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The difference between a hutch and a credenza is their appearance: A hutch is usually a tall freestanding unit that contains cabinets or a display case that sits on top of the set of drawers underneath, and a credenza is a short and long table with low cabinets on slender legs, often with sliding doors for concealing the items inside the unit.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The difference between a desk and a credenza is that a desk is a piece of furniture with a table-style work surface and tall legs used for academic, professional or domestic activities, and credenza is a short and long table with low cabinets on slender legs, often with sliding doors for concealing the items inside the unit.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a console and a credenza is that one is a table, while the other is a cabinet. Console tables are narrow, tall tables often placed in entryways, hallways and living rooms against a wall or behind a sofa. They may feature drawers or open shelving for storing items. On the other hand, a credenza is a long, low cabinet used to store supplies in offices, entertainment center components in living rooms and other items elsewhere in a home. Most credenzas feature cabinets concealed behind doors. Find a wide range of consoles and credenzas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Credenzas are small, typically fancy, legless buffets.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    How tall a four-drawer file cabinet is varies. However, most are at least 52 inches to accommodate four levels of standard-size hanging file folders, which are around 9.25 inches high. Find a variety of filing cabinets on 1stDibs.

Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?

The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.

This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once

Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.