$4,490 / item
H 16 in W 70 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
A seamless blend of modern minimalism and functional elegance, this low-profile credenza is a
Wood, Teak
"The Anatomy of Shadows" Contemporary Painting by Rebecca Ruoff
By rebecca ruoff
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
, sophisticated presence. It is best suited for an environment of contemplation—placed above a low-profile
Acrylic
$1,495
H 30 in W 18 in D 62 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser with Sculpted Drawer Pulls.
Located in Seattle, WA
well as a bedroom storage piece, media console, or low profile Credenza in a mid century or modern
Walnut
Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Petra cabinet is a wooden sideboard, with central drawers and two side doors, made in the Danish mid-century modern style. Made of blonde color ash wood with tapered legs and scu...
Wood
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Rare Paul McCobb 4 drawer dresser/credenza is made of solid maple wood with original aluminum
Maple
$2,400
H 18 in W 67 in D 18 in
Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!
By Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!
Walnut
Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W71 D25 H21 Low Profile credenza in Birds Eye maple. Item features removable glass shelving and
Birdseye Maple
Made To Oder Mid Century Style Cane Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cane low profile credenza in excellent condition. item offers two selves that can be adjusted. Item
Cane, Walnut
Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza Stereo Record Cabinet
Located in Fairfield, ME
An absolutely stunning low profile rosewood credenza in superlative condition. The perfect form and
Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza with Chrome Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 27.5″ H x 74″ W x 18″ D. Materials: Walnut, steel chrome. Condition: Excellent – newly refin...
Steel, Chrome
George Nelson Low Profile Credenza for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: George Nelson. Manufacturer: Herman Miller. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 25.5″H x 80″L x 18.5″W. Materials: Wa...
Brass
Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Jens Risom. Manufacturer: Jens Risom Design. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 27″ H x 58.5″ L x 20″ W. Materials: ...
Steel
George Nelson Low Profile Credenza Sideboard for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Miami, FL
cabinet has a rare low profile in that the height is 29 1/2". Produced by Herman Miller in the early 1950s
Wood
Sold
H 22 in W 72 in L 22 in
Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Walnut Wood Tambour Door Low Profile Credenza, 1960s
By Barzilay
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a terrific, walnut wood credenza sideboard, with tambour doors, by
Walnut
Sold
H 15.5 in W 60 in D 18.25 in
Low Profile Credenza in Maple by Paul Mccobb for Planner Group / Winchendon, USA
By Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
This exquisite credenza, designed by the acclaimed and visionary Paul McCobb, has recently
Maple
1950's Black & White Paul McCobb Planner Group low Console
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Mid Century Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon Black and White low profile Credenza
Brass
Sold
H 28.5 in W 60 in D 17.75 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza Petite Low Profile Media Cabinet
By Jydsk Mobelvaerk, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
If you need a petite, low profile credenza, look no further! This late 1960s Canadian made teak
Metal
Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist modern credenza designed and manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960s. This long and low
Wood, Teak
Danish Modern Low Profile Teak Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date: 1960s Dimensions: 27″H x 70″L x 14.75″W Materials: Teak Condition: Excellent – New...
Teak
Mid-Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 23 H x 72 L x 18 W Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent – Newly Refinished Number of It...
Wood, Walnut
Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960’s Dimensions: 22.25″H x 47.75″W x 17.75″D Materials: Walnut Condit...
Walnut
Mid Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 28″H x 78″L x 18″W Materials: Walnut Condition: Exce...
Walnut
Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 22.25″H x 47.75″W x 17.75″D Materials: Walnut Conditi...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Tambour-Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern low-profile tambour-door credenza.
Wood, Walnut
Midcentury Low-Profile Tambour Door Credenza by Barzilay
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Low in profile and ample in space, this beautifully refinished walnut storage unit features two
Wood, Walnut
Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern credenza designed and manufactured by Barzilay in the United States, circa 1960s
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period/style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 24 H x 72 L x 18 W Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent, newly refinished Number of ite...
Walnut
Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Barzilay Manufacturer: Barzilay Country of origin: United States Date of manufacture: 1960-1969 Materials: Walnut wood Period style: Mid-Century Modern Condition: E...
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown. Manufacturer: Unknown. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 22.5″ H x 71.75″ W x 18″ D. Materials: Walnut. C...
Walnut
Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Barzilay Furniture. Manufacturer: Barzilay Furniture. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 22.5″ H x 71.5″ L x 18″ D. ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
’s. Low in profile, this beautifully refinished walnut storage unit is accented with inconspicuously
Walnut
Sold
H 26.25 in W 108.75 in D 18.75 in
Monumental Glenn of California Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
By Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Glenn of California Manufacturer: Glenn of California Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: Unites States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 26.25″H x 108.75″L x 18.75″W M...
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-Century Low-Profile Tambour Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century low-profile tambour door walnut credenza by Barzilay.
Walnut
Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965
By Milo Baughman, Barzilay
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965. This piece has been
Walnut
Danish Low Profile Teak and Lacquered Credenza by Knud Nielsen
By Knud Nielsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Knud Nielsen. Manufacturer: Losning Mobelfabrik. Period/Style: Danish modern. Country: Denmark. Date: 1960s. Dimensions: 24.75″ H x 78.5″ L x 14.75″ W. Materials: T...
Teak, Lacquer
Sold
H 23 in W 47.75 in D 17.75 in
Milo Baughman Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern low credenza designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in the United
Walnut
Sold
H 23.25 in W 47.75 in D 17.75 in
Milo Baughman Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Glenn of California Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 23.25?H x 47.75?W x 17.75?D Material...
Walnut
Sold
H 23 in W 47.75 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Glenn of California Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 23″H x 47.75″W x 18″D Materials: Wal...
Walnut
Sold
H 23 in W 47.75 in D 17.75 in
Milo Baughman Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Milo Baughman. Manufacturer: Glenn of California. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 23″ H x 47.75″ W x 17.75″ D. Ma...
Walnut
Low Profile Solid Wood Six Door Server
Located in Dallas, TX
Made of solid wood this six-door server is a modern-day antique with an original grey tone patina—a sophisticated touch for your dining room. This server showcases six door compartme...
Steel
Paul McCobb Planner Group Low Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A low profile two sliding door credenza in a medium walnut toned finish with creamy beige door
Maple
Reclaimed Wood Parquet Credenza
Located in Westwood, NJ
, making it a versatile fit for a variety of decor themes, from modern to rustic. Low-profile yet expansive
Wood
Credenza/ Bookshelf By Haller USM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Low profile kelly green bookshelf/credenza with compartments for storage by Haller. Modular
1960's Iconic Australian Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard
Located in TORQUAY, AU
minimalist elegance. Functionality is paramount to the design. This versatile, low-profile credenza is
Teak
Architectural Danish Low Profile Rosewood Bookcase / Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern low profile rosewood bookcase, Denmark, circa 1960s. Features two sliding glass doors
Metal
Mid Century Low Profile Walnut Dresser / Credenza
By Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
styled drawers and six lower drawers . The piece has a low profile which is perfect giving the chest a
Walnut
Sold
H 22 in W 60 in D 18 in
Brass Drop Rings Pulls Low Profile Tapered Legs Long Credenza Mid Century MINT!
By Tomlinson, American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Light Walnut Brass Drop Rings Pulls Low Profile Tapered Legs Long Credenza Mid Century MINT!
Walnut
Sculptural Base Curved Low Credenza by Young Mfg
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Southampton, NJ
Vintage mcm credenza Low profile walnut curved front sideboard by Young manufacturing company
Walnut
Mid-Century Wall Mounted Credenza by Finn Juhl for Baker
By Jack Cartwright, Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company, Poul Cadovius, Davis Allen
Located in Raleigh, NC
height and function. Mount low for low profile or credenza height or mount high for a statement piece. In
Wood, Birch, Walnut
Rosewood, Walnut, Chrome, and Lucite Nine-Drawer Dresser
Located in Denton, TX
Low profile nine drawer dresser/credenza made of rosewood and walnut. Chrome and lucite accents
Lucite, Rosewood, Walnut
1960s Mid-Century European Display/Storage Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
a low profile, EXTRA long credenza. Two large, lock and key cabinets I on each side, each having
Teak, Lacquer
Sold
H 35.04 in W 58.08 in D 16.54 in
Restyled and Restored Midcentury Sideboard with Modern Italian Design
Located in Rome, IT
design. This versatile piece, known as a credenza or low-profile mobile for the living room, has
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Credenza in Walnut, circa 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A completely restored low-profile credenza or media unit, circa 1950-1959. The doors open up to
Walnut
Lane Brutalist Mid Century Low Profile Credenza
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Brutalist mid century low profile credenza Measures: 66 wide x 19.25 deep x 24.25 high All
Wood
Milo Baughman Low Profile Credenza for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern Credenza designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in the United States
Laminate, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 27.5 in W 72.75 in D 12.5 in
Danish Modern Low-Profile Credenza or Bookcase with Glass Doors by Skovby
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful Danish low-profile teak bookcase, crafted by Skovby Møbelfabrik in Denmark in the
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Long Low Profile Credenza with Round Ring Drop Pulls
By Tommi Parzinger, American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern drop ring pulls cabinet credenza dresser with marquetry style top.
Brass
Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period / style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 24? H x 72? W x 18? D Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent newly refinished Number of...
Mid Century Modern Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period/style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 24?H x 72?L x 18?W Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent – newly refinished Number of It...
Walnut
John Keal Low-Profile Walnut Credenza for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Keal Low-Profile walnut credenza for brown saltman.
Brass
Merton L. Gershun Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza for Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Merton L. Gershun low profile tambour-door credenza for Dillingham.
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Merton L. Gershun
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Low Profile Tambour-Door credenza by Merton L. Gershun.
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the 1960’s. Low in profile, this beautifully refinished walnut storage unit is accented with
Walnut
$11,135
H 53.15 in Dm 13.78 in
Carlo Nason Mazzega Floor Lamp Model LT 316 in Murano Glass, Italy 1970s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Roma, IT
Rare and iconic floor lamp model "LT 316" designed by Carlo Nason and produced by Mazzega in Italy during the 1970s. Fully original and in fabulous condition, with no missing parts...
Brass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green color
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green glass tubes in a star shape. Weight about ...
Blown Glass
$4,895
H 34.5 in W 66 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb "Linear Group" Dresser w/ Steel Accents for Calvin Furniture
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Steel
$1,641Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.6 in W 31.5 in D 16.54 in
Sideboard By Karl Erik Ekselius For JOC Design Vetlanda Sweden. 1960s
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, JOC Mobler Vetlanda
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very beautiful and high quality sideboard / credenzas in teak and designed by Karl Erik Ekselius for JOC Design Vetlanda Sweden. This cabinet is in absolutely beautiful condition and...
Beech, Teak
$1,166
H 66.54 in W 17.72 in D 26.97 in
1930s English Art Deco Oak Dressing Table with Full Length Triple Mirror
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautifully simple 1930s Art Deco triple dressing mirror / vanity from England. This vanity has a single deep drawer of solid oak with simple oak wood drawer handles. Above is a la...
Oak
Art Deco wardrobe – France 1930
Located in Girona, Girona
Splendid Art Deco wardrobe with solid ash structure with bird’s eye maple veneer. Solid mahogany base. Back plate and handles in nickel-plated metal and original pink glass tubes. Wa...
Nickel
Peniche Coffee Table
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Peniche Coffee Table Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Circular coffee table in solid oak joint together with different width elements. Bespoke dimensions upon request. Handmade in ...
Oak
$7,500
H 29.75 in W 57.75 in D 28 in
Mid Century Floating Top Walnut Desk by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut floating top desk supported by cylindrical feet, model 1625 designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California (ca. 1955, USA). Thoughtfully designed to optimize space and stor...
Walnut
1950 Pair of Screens Atelier Marolles & Jean Touret
By Atelier Marolles
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of wrought-iron screens with brown patina, designed by Jean Touret and made by the Atelier de Marolles, in good condition. The screen features a rectangular wrought-iron frame ...
Wrought Iron
Limbert Style Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Triple Bookcase Cabinet
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts triple bookcase cabinet In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa Late 20th Century Gorgeous quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass f...
Glass, Oak
$17,990 / set
H 32.29 in W 40.16 in D 33.47 in
Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair
By Roberto Menghi, Arflex
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original pair of Roberto Menghi Hall chairs, produced by Arflex, Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium yellow gold pure mohair fabric. The metal frames have been restored ...
Steel
Swedish Modern coffee table / side table, 1940s
By Carl-Erik Johansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite Swedish coffee table from the 1940s is a true masterpiece of mid-century design, combining elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The table features a raw glass top, ...
Metal
Long Chandelier in Patinated Brass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Long chandelier in patinated brass and opaline glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
Brass
$4,000
H 30 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
Abstract Light Blue Painting Titled "Sea Glass" by Rebecca Ruoff, 2018
By rebecca ruoff
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful abstract blue painting inspired by ocean washed blue glass by American artist Rebecca Ruoff, 2018.
Acrylic
Dining chairs by Luigi Vaghi for Former, 1960s, set of 6
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 6 wooden chairs with red-orange fabric seats by Luigi Vaghi. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to age and age of chairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Fabric, Wood
Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces made of hand-blown Murano glass with a leaf like pattern and shape. Each sconce is made with smoked glass and features a gold glass spine down the center. They have b...
Murano Glass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.