Danish MCM Narrow Bookshelf Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
The Danish MCM Narrow Bookshelf Cabinet is a stylish and functional furniture.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Vintage MCM Stereo Cabinet Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this striking Mid-Century Modern stereo cabinet credenza, a masterful blend of architectural Brutalist texture and elegant Chinoiserie influence. Crafted f...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Ramseur Seagrass China Cabinet
By Ramseur Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ramseur china cabinet, featuring a sleek design with seagrass accents, offering a stylish blend of natural texture and modern elegance for your dining space.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Danish Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet Scandinavian MCM Display Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Danish bookcase cabinet crafted in richly grained rosewood. This elegant Scandinavian cabinet features a clean mid-century modern silhouette with open upper shelvin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Jesper MCM Teakwood 3-Piece Modular Cabinet C1960
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Jesper MCM Teakwood 3-Piece Modular Cabinet C1960
Located in Big Flats, NY
This Jesper Mid-Century Modern teakwood modular cabinet, dating to approximately 1960, offers a versatile storage solution. Crafted from rich teakwood, the piece exemplifies the clea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Cabinet Sliding Doors MCM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Danish Modern cabinet/bookcase crafted in teak with clean Scandinavian lines and elegant tapered legs. This versatile mid-century piece features an open upper shelf...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders
By MCM Unique, String Design AB
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm 1960s The respective elements are made of Ash (veneer). In addition to shelves, l...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
A Pair of MCM Pergamino Covered Cabinets / Nightstands, C. 1950.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated pair of two-door cabinets or nightstands clad in richly toned natural parchment (pergamino). The clean, rectilinear forms are complemented by minimal brass embellishm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair of French MCM Brass Inlaid Mahogany and Ebony Side Cabinets
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a pair of French MCM brass inlaid mahogany and ebony side cabinets.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Cabinets
Materials
Brass
MCM Chinese Rosewood Flip Top Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Carved Ornate Chinese Rosewood Flip Top Dry Bar Cabinet Introducing the Mid Century Modern Asian Oriental Carved Ornate Rosewood Dry Bar Cabinet Flip Top, a stunn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Display Shelf Cabinet MCM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Danish Modern bookcase crafted in teak with clean Scandinavian lines and elegant tapered legs. This compact open shelving unit features a warm teak grain throughout...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string
By MCM Unique, String Design AB
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm 1960s The respective elements are made of Ash (veneer). In addition to shelves, l...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage Danish Teak Bookcase Cabinet Secretary Display Shelf MCM 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Danish modern bookcase cabinet crafted in richly grained teak with clean Scandinavian lines and elegant tapered legs. This versatile mid century piece features open shelving ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Oak Bookcase Cabinet – Scandinavian MCM Display Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Danish Modern bookcase cabinet crafted in oak, featuring clean Scandinavian lines, warm natural wood grain, and elegant tapered legs. The open shelving design offer...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Vintage MCM Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Bar Cabinet
Located in San Diego, CA
A fabulous and very unique vintage Danish modern teak drop front bar cabinet, circa 1970s. This beautifully crafted bar cabinet showcases clean Scandinavian lines and exceptional fun...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
MCM 1 Piece Kroehler China Hutch Cabinet Glass Shelves Carved Handles
$2,621Sale Price|25% Off
MCM 1 Piece Kroehler China Hutch Cabinet Glass Shelves Carved Handles
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern one-piece Kroehler china cabinet or hutch with adjustable glass shelves, brass plated sculpted handles and hinges, lights, vertical carved door handles with...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Frères DF 2000 MCM Red Fiberglass Valet Cabinet
By Doubinsky Freres, Raymond Loewy
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Frères DF 2000 Mid Century Red Fiberglass Valet Cabinet This cabinet measures: 19.75 wide x 21 deep x 42 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brazilian Mahogany Bar Cabinet 1970s Bamboo Boho MCM
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Brazilian Mahogany Bar Cabinet 1970s Bamboo Boho MCM
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mahogany Bamboo Rattan Boho MCM Bar Cabinet Base is bamboo and rattan. Top cabi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mahogany
MCM Jacaranda Bar Cabinet With Cooler, Designed by Bernadotte & Bjorn
By Sigvard Bernadotte, Acton Bjørn, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet of jacaranda by Sigvard Bernadotte and Acton Bjørn for Scan Atlas and Silkeborg Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The bar cabinet is made in veneered jacaranda...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Jacaranda
Vintage Danish Rosewood Cabinet by PS System MCM Drop-Front Storage Bar 1960s
By PS System
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern cabinet crafted in richly grained rosewood by PS System Danish Furniture, made in Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece showcases the refined...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
MCM Bleached Oak Basket Weave China Cabinet by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
$5,550Sale Price|40% Off
MCM Bleached Oak Basket Weave China Cabinet by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-century bleached oak "Basket Weave" china cabinet designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. This classic California Modern cabinet features breakfront along the base an...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Oak
MCM Blonde Birch Buffet w/ China Cabinet by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
$2,520Sale Price|40% Off
MCM Blonde Birch Buffet w/ China Cabinet by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elegant Mid-Century Modern buffet with china cabinet designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Crafted in warm blonde birch, it features clean architectural lines, sculpted drawer f...
Category
Vintage 1950s Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Birch
MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.
By George Nelson
Located in Basel, BS
An exceptional, highly versatile four-bay mid-century modern modular wall unit and shelving system. Attributed to George Nelson’s revolutionary Comprehensive Storage System. Origin...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Danish Rosewood Sideboard Cabinet MCM 2 Door Credenza on Tapered Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Danish Mid Century Modern sideboard crafted in richly grained rosewood, featuring striking bookmatched door fronts with dramatic natural figuring. The clean-lined s...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
Teak Tambour Door Highboy Dresser Cabinet by Bernhard Pedersen Denmark MCM 1960s
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This architectural highboy storage cabinet features seamless tambour doors that glide smoothly into the chassis. The interior offers an exceptional configuration of six shallow pull-...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dressers
Materials
Teak
MCM Design Burlwood Credenza
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice quality MCM design burlwood and brass credenza after Pierre Cardin. Mid‑century burlwood credenzas with brass detailing are icons of 1970s American luxury design. They combine s...
Category
Early 2000s Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM Diamond Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this striking Vintage Mid-Century Modern Diamond Etagere, a true statement piece that embodies the geometric sophistication of its era. Crafted with a clea...
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Glass, Plexiglass, Wood
MCM Teak Index Card File / Box
$120Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Teak Index Card File / Box
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM teak index card file box, circa 1970s. The box is in great vintage condition and measures: 5.5" W x 4.25" D x 4.875" H, it includes 20 index card dividers. #1424.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak, Paper
Vintage MCM Knotty Pine Dresser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Mid-Century Modern dresser is a refined example of mid-20th-century craftsmanship, beautifully constructed from knotty pine. The streamlined, low-profile silhouette refl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Pine
Vintage MCM Bassett 6 Drawer Dresser
By Bassett Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This quintessential Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser by the esteemed Bassett Furniture Industries is a masterclass in 1960s American craftsmanship. Featuring a clean-lined, arch...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Small MCM Teak Wall Shelf / Organizer
$220Sale Price|20% Off
Small MCM Teak Wall Shelf / Organizer
Located in San Diego, CA
A small MCM teak wall shelf / organizer with three shelves and four brass hooks, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 12.375"W x 3.25"D x 11.75"H; it...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
MCM Lowboy Dresser WINDWOOD by Drexel
$994Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Lowboy Dresser WINDWOOD by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Lowboy Dresser WIND...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Harvey Probber Sliding Door Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional Mid-Century Modern credenza is a quintessential work by the legendary designer Harvey Probber. Crafted with a sophisticated modernist sensibility, the sideboard feat...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
MCM Italian Art Deco Design Black Lacquered Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
The MCM Italian Art Deco Design Black Lacquered Sideboard is a sleek and stylish piece of furniture perfect for adding a touch of luxury. The black lacquered finish gives it a modern...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Wood
MCM 60-Drawer Maple Card Catalog by Library Bureau
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1960s; Library Bureau/Remington Office Systems - Boston, MA Mid-century modern wooden card catalog with 60 drawers of uniform size. This piece features solid maple construction ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM John Stuart Leather Front Dresser
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM leather front dresser. Made by the iconic John Stuart. Tagged inside the drawer. A chic and rare find. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Leather
MCM Bernhardt Flair Dresser Rosewood Walnut 1960s
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Bernhardt Flair Dresser Rosewood Walnut 1960s
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Poul Cadovius 3 Bay Teak Wall System
By Poul Cadovius
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this exceptional Vintage Mid-Century Modern Poul Cadovius 3 Bay Teak Wall System. A testament to Danish design ingenuity from the 1960s, this iconic Cado u...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
MCM sideboard by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecocq
By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Petite 2 door Cabinet designed by the French Duo Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Steel
Italian MCM Six-Drawer Chest.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Italian six-drawer chest with floating display shelf showcases a refined balance of style and function. Crafted with a high-quality wood veneer, the case rests on distinctive sl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Founders MCM Dresser with Glass Top & Mirror
$1,436Sale Price|20% Off
Founders MCM Dresser with Glass Top & Mirror
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Glass, Wicker, Wood
Danish Modern Teak Credenza MCM with Brass Legs
By Poul Hundevad
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful elegant teak double sliding door credenza, circa 1950's great craftsmanship we refinished to its glorious days dovetail drawers , the legs have been replaced with solid bra...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Sliding Door Credenza After Paul McCobb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-Century Modern credenza is a masterclass in minimalist sophistication, drawing significant design influence from the iconic works of Paul McCobb. Featuring a sleek ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage MCM Danish Arne Hovmand-Olsen Teak Credenza
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional Mid-Century Modern credenza is a quintessential example of Danish design by the renowned Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Crafted from richly grained teak wood, the piece showcas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
MCM Walnut Rolling Sideboard Bar Cart by Kroehler
$1,220Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Walnut Rolling Sideboard Bar Cart by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a vintage MCM walnut rolling sideboard buffet bar cart by KROEHLER.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Walnut
Vintage MCM Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Writing Desk
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a distinguished vintage writing desk, a testament to the iconic design of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. This Mid-Century Modern masterpiece showcases the designer'...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Rosewood Small Dresser Wooden Nightstand Compact Dresser MCM 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This minimalist lowboy features a compact rectangular silhouette elevated by four square tapered legs. The design emphasizes clean geometric lines and efficient storage utility with ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood
MCM Solid Exotic Wood Bachelor Chest Dresser Rustic Brutalist
$796Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Solid Exotic Wood Bachelor Chest Dresser Rustic Brutalist
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Category
Late 20th Century Brutalist Dressers
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM Oak Frame & Smoked Glass Etagere Display Shelf Bookcase
$1,871Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage MCM Oak Frame & Smoked Glass Etagere Display Shelf Bookcase
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern oak frame and smoked glass shelves etagere, display shelf, or bookcase with adjustable chrome & nylon feet. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Smoked Glass, Oak
Original MCM wood shelving system, from string Stockholm 1960s
By String Design AB
Located in Gaggenau, DE
MCM wood shelving system - consists of black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm. The respective elements are made of wood . In addition to shelves, lockable compartment...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
1970s Rattan MCM Glass Top Dresser Night Stand
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan and woven design chest you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exhi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rattan, Glass
1970s Rattan MCM Glass Top Sideboard Console Table
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan and woven design sideboard you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Italian MCM Design Black and Gold Sideboard After Suzanne Guiguichon
Located in Dallas, TX
The Italian MCM Design Black and Gold Sideboard after Suzanne Guiguichon, is a stylish and elegant piece of furniture that would be a perfect addition to any modern home. The sleek b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Rosewood Bookcase with Ribbed Sliding Glass Doors MCM Denmark 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking storage unit introduces a dynamic architectural element with its multi-level open shelving and specialized compartments. The sleek design is anchored by an innovative r...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Lane Oak Credenza Brutalist Wooden Sideboard Large Storage MCM 1970s
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage wooden sideboard features an expansive rectangular profile highlighted by a dramatic three-dimensional brutalist block facade. The dynamic geometric relief panels concea...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
1960s Walnut MCM Broyhill Saga Buffet Credenza Bookcase Hutch
By Broyhill
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Beautiful, retro Mid-Century Modern detailed proportioned walnut Broyhill Saga versatile cabinet. Unique design with wonderful clean lines, beautiful all original walnut figuring an...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
MCM Mahogany Sideboard with Argent Parchment-Covered Doors, C. 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated mid-century modern sideboard crafted in richly figured mahogany, distinguished by four argent parchment-covered doors that lend texture, contrast, and refined eleganc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Parchment Paper
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Vintage Ercol Sideboard Elm Beech Model 468 Mcm Cabinet
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive elm model 468 sideboard by Ercol. The rectangular top with shaped edges above an arrangement of three cupboard doors enclosed shelving and tray above two fitted drawe...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Sideboards
Materials
Elm
MCM Danish Teak 2 Piece Cabinet with Shelves
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful MCM Danish teak 2 piece cabinet with shelves. Unattached for option to remove.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
THOMASVILLE Pecan Mid 20th Century Modern MCM China Cabinet
By Thomasville
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Mid 20th Century Modern MCM style china cabinet by Thomasville. Pecan, or similar nutwood, with brass hardware, crown molding to top, arched upper cabinet single pane glass doors, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Brutalist MCM Design Wooden and Black Metal Bar Cabinet
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Brutalist style and 1950s Dutch design cabinet: An eyecatcher with aerial and harmonious lines, composed of 2 graphic panels sliding doors opening on shelves and airy brush brass ste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Brutalist Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
Brutalist and MCM 1950s Design Style Wooden and Black Metal Bar Cabinet
Unavailable
H 65.75 in W 38.19 in D 17.72 in
Brutalist and MCM 1950s Design Style Wooden and Black Metal Bar Cabinet
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Brutalist style and 1950s design cabinet: An eyecatcher with geometrical and harmonious lines, composed of 2 graphic panels doors opening on shelves and airy black metal feet.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid Century Modern Oak Bookcase Danish MCM Storage Cabinet, c. 1960’s
Unavailable
H 34.25 in W 31.5 in D 12.5 in
Mid Century Modern Oak Bookcase Danish MCM Storage Cabinet, c. 1960’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Oak Bookcase Cabinet featuring clean lines, sliding doors, and a roomy open shelf — perfect for books, barware, or styled décor. Lovely round hand pulls add warmth...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
MCM Milo Baughman Floating Credenza
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For sale we have a beautiful Milo Baughman floating credenza. It has burlwood laminate doors with hidden handles. Also it has a glass top which is removable.
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Vintage Teak Sideboard Credenza Retro MCM
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive mid-20th century teak sideboard. A column of three long fitted drawers flanked by sliding doors mounted with good handles and enclosed shelving, raised on shaped taper...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Sideboards
Materials
Teak
1950s Design and Mcm Style Wood and Metal Sideboard
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s Design and MCM style wood and metal sideboard in hight quality craftmanship and fully customizable in sizes, color, wood.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Metal
MCM Chalkboard Painted Wood Chest with Brass Lion Head Pull
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern Matte chalkboard charcoal grey painted wood 2-drawer chest with the original brass lion head with ring pull on larger bottom drawer-painted interior drawers Have f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
MCM German stereo console bar Telefunken eames like and more
Located in Madison, WI
“If art decorates space… and music is the art that decorates time, then our vintage stereo consoles decorate lives by accentuating both.” This console: This is a console refurbishe...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Shelves
Materials
Wood
MCM Style and Brutalist Design Wooden and Gilded Metal Sideboard
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 60.24 in D 16.15 in
MCM Style and Brutalist Design Wooden and Gilded Metal Sideboard
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wooden sideboard with sleek design, gild patina metal and subtle work of panels doors.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Brutalist Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Ercol Bureau Writing Desk Model 518 Elm Beech Vintage Mcm
Unavailable
H 40.87 in W 31.97 in D 17.41 in
Ercol Bureau Writing Desk Model 518 Elm Beech Vintage Mcm
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
A rare opportunity to acquire an Ercol model 518 bureau. The solid elm carcass boasting a well figured grain with sloping fall front enclosed pigeon holes and shelving above a long ...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Desks
Materials
Elm
George Tanier / Moebler Danish Denmark stereo console mcm lk eames scandinavian
Unavailable
H 30 in W 72 in D 20 in
George Tanier / Moebler Danish Denmark stereo console mcm lk eames scandinavian
Located in Madison, WI
“If art decorates space… and music is the art that decorates time, then our vintage stereo consoles decorate lives by accentuating both.” This console: This is a console refurbished...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, 1970s Space Age Etagere Room Divider, MCM
Unavailable
H 68.5 in W 27.5 in D 10.25 in
Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, 1970s Space Age Etagere Room Divider, MCM
By Joe Colombo
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rare Collection of Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, c. 70s Mid Century Space Age MCM The possibilities are endless, several configurations can be produced with these pieces...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Plastic
Brutalist Style and MCM Design Wooden and Brushed Brass Oval Shaped Sideboard
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Brutalist Style and MCM Design Wooden and Brushed Brass Oval Shaped Sideboard
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Graphic and Brutalist style Mid-Century Modern design oval shaped sideboard.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Stainless Steel
Brutalist Style and MCM Design Wooden and Marble Top Brass Oval Shaped Sideboard
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Brutalist Style and MCM Design Wooden and Marble Top Brass Oval Shaped Sideboard
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Graphic and Brutalist style Mid-Century Modern design oval shaped sideboard in wooden structure with a bevelled nero marquina marble stone top and brush brass legs finishes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Moden display Cabinet or Bookshelf
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This stunning Mid-Century Modern (MCM) cabinet is the perfect solution. Crafted in the late 1950s or early 1960s, this vintage cabinet is in Originally intended to sit atop a creden...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
MCM Teak Dresser by Sun Cabinet Co
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Teak Dresser by Sun Cabinet Co Drawers are clean, work smoothly and are self-closing.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
MCM Teak Dresser Highboy by Sun Cabinet Co
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Teak Highboy Dresser Gentleman's Chest by Sun Cabinet Co Drawers are clean, work smoothly and are se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
Danish MCM Tambour Roll Front Teak Credenza Cabinet Kai Kristiansen Feldballes
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H 30 in W 34 in D 15.75 in
Danish MCM Tambour Roll Front Teak Credenza Cabinet Kai Kristiansen Feldballes
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Portland, OR
The cabinet is made from figured grain teak and is in excellent condition like the day it was made, this elegant & classic MCM cabinet is ready to grace your home or office.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Pair Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Chests Dresser Linen Press Svend Madsen 1960
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H 45 in W 47.25 in D 17.25 in
Pair Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Chests Dresser Linen Press Svend Madsen 1960
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Portland, OR
Made from the finest figured teak and lined & backed with maple, to the left side each chest is fitted with seven drawers, the right side with a locking door (original key) enclosing...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Teak
Vintage MCM Ramseur Seagrass China Cabinet
By Ramseur Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ramseur china cabinet, featuring a sleek design with seagrass accents, offering a stylish blend of natural texture and modern elegance for your dining space.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
MCM Teak King Headboard by SUN CABINET Co
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Mid-Century Mod...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Teak
MCM Teak Nightstands by SUN CABINET Co - A Pair
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage Mid Cen...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Teak
MCM George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet
By George Nelson
Located in Sayreville, NJ
George Nelson for Herman Miller two piece hutch with cupcake pulls. Fantastic piece in excellent condition. Open storage cabinet with sliding glass up top and adjustable shelf. T...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Cut Glass, Walnut
MCM Display Cabinet Etagere Vitrine Wicker by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of an MCM display cabinet Etagere vitrine wicker by Henredon Top front panels are wicker.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Brass
MCM Mid-Century Modern Hutch China Display Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This beautiful Garrison furniture company china display cabinet is made with walnut and has glass sliding doors. It has been Professionally refinished and restored This cupboard i...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Walnut
Original MCM Teak shelving system - consists of black lacquered metal ladders
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H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 11.82 in
Original MCM Teak shelving system - consists of black lacquered metal ladders
By MCM Unique, String Design AB
Located in Gaggenau, DE
MCM Teak shelving system - consists of black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm. The respective elements are made of teak (veneer). In addition to shelves, lockable co...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Henredon Black and Brass Mid Century Display Cabinets, Pair, Mcm
By Henredon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Henredon black and brass Mid Century display cabinets - Pair Measures: 30 wide x 17.25 deep x 82.5 high Great vintage condition with light tarnishing on some areas of brass. This ...
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
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H 78 in W 22 in D 18.25 in
Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign style case pieces/display shelving. Walnut frame with rattan details. Each has a single drawer and doors that open to an area with a shelf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Rattan, Glass, Wood
Broyhill Sculptra Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase Cupboard China Cabinet MCM
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H 68 in W 38.5 in D 17 in
Broyhill Sculptra Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase Cupboard China Cabinet MCM
By Broyhill
Located in Dayton, OH
Broyhill Premier Sculptra collection bookcase or china cabinet, circa 1960s. Made of walnut with Mid-Century Modern styling. Tapered legs support a two-door compartment with inner dr...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Kent Coffey Perspecta MCM Walnut and Rosewood China Cabinet Sideboard Buffet
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H 78 in W 62 in D 20 in
Kent Coffey Perspecta MCM Walnut and Rosewood China Cabinet Sideboard Buffet
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta mid century walnut and rosewood China cabinet sideboard buffet and hutch The base unit is 66 long x 20 deep x 30 high. The hutch is 62 long x 16 deep x 48 hi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Rosewood, Walnut
MCM Drexel Declaration China Hutch Cabinet by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
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H 67.25 in W 48.5 in D 20 in
MCM Drexel Declaration China Hutch Cabinet by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration 1-piece lighted walnut china hutch cabinet with upper sliding glass doors, 2 milk glass upper shelves, 3 lower drawers, white p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Milk Glass, Walnut
Alf Uno Italian Modern Walnut China Hutch Illuminated Curio Cabinet Vitrine MCM
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H 84 in W 66 in L 84 in
Alf Uno Italian Modern Walnut China Hutch Illuminated Curio Cabinet Vitrine MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Alf Uno Italian modern walnut china hutch illuminated curio cabinet vitrine MCM A gorgeous cabinet that can be used for display in any setting.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Maple, Walnut
Fine MCM Gio Ponti Figured Walnut Cabinet Credenza Having Manufacturer Label
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H 36.5 in W 64.5 in D 19 in
Fine MCM Gio Ponti Figured Walnut Cabinet Credenza Having Manufacturer Label
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
Fine MCM Gio Ponti figured walnut cabinet credenza having manufacturer label.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Rare Vintage German Qualitasmobel Mcm 1950s Shrunk Glass Shelf Dry Bar Cabinet
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H 57 in W 16.25 in D 63 in
Rare Vintage German Qualitasmobel Mcm 1950s Shrunk Glass Shelf Dry Bar Cabinet
By Karl Springer
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
An extremely rare stunning German Mid-Century Modern dry bar or entertainment cabinet by Qualitasmobel. The cabinet is jaw dropping with sleek and handsome Mid-Century Modern detail...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Brutalist Walnut Bookcase Room Divider Library Étagère Cabinet Sculptural MCM
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H 80 in W 52 in D 20 in
Brutalist Walnut Bookcase Room Divider Library Étagère Cabinet Sculptural MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Brutalist room divider, circa 1960s. A double sided design with sculptural and traditional shelving. Great for display of books or collectibles. The base features additional storage ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brutalist Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declarations MCM Walnut Tambour Door TV Media Cabinet
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H 31.25 in W 43.5 in D 17.75 in
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declarations MCM Walnut Tambour Door TV Media Cabinet
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declarations mid century walnut Tambour door TV media cabinet This cabinet measures: 43.5 wide x 17.75 deep x 31.25 inches high ?All pieces of furniture...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Vintage MCM Stanley Furniture Petite Walnut China Cabinet Book or Display Case
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H 64.5 in W 36.25 in D 18.5 in
Vintage MCM Stanley Furniture Petite Walnut China Cabinet Book or Display Case
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Spectacular Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern Stanley Furniture petite walnut China cabinet, book or display case comprised of a walnut frame with original natural finish, recessed...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
MCM Teak Veneer German Shrunk Wall Unit Secretary Liquor Cabinet 2-Piece
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H 75.75 in W 98.5 in D 22 in
MCM Teak Veneer German Shrunk Wall Unit Secretary Liquor Cabinet 2-Piece
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern German shrunk, wall unit, secretary, or liquor cabinet in beautiful teak veneer. This piece separates into two pieces upper and lower. It is in wonderful ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Grasscloth, Paint, Teak
Vintage D-Scan "Captain Line" Danish Mcm Style Teak 2 Piece Storage Cabinet
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H 77 in W 33.5 in D 19.5 in
Vintage D-Scan "Captain Line" Danish Mcm Style Teak 2 Piece Storage Cabinet
By D-Scan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage D-Scan "Captain Line" Danish Mid Century Modern Style Teak 2 Piece Storage Display Cabinet The two-piece construction allows for ample storage and display options cater to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
MCM Hooker 5 Section Oak Veneer Display Cabinet Wall Unit Smoked Glass Doors
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H 76.75 in W 32 in D 18.5 in
MCM Hooker 5 Section Oak Veneer Display Cabinet Wall Unit Smoked Glass Doors
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern (MCM) five section oak veneer lighted display cabinet wall unit with smoked glass doors, brass pulls, ten glass shelves with plate grooves, two wooden she...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut Sliding Glass Bookshelf Bookcase Display Cabinet MCM
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H 42 in W 36 in D 11.5 in
Mid Century Modern Walnut Sliding Glass Bookshelf Bookcase Display Cabinet MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid Century Modern Bookcase, circa 1960s. Features a walnut frame with two sliding glass doors opening to three shelves for books or collectibles. Each glass door has an etched han...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
MCM Danish modern Rosewood Low Media Cabinet or Bookshelf display Case. By faaru
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H 25 in W 59 in D 11 in
MCM Danish modern Rosewood Low Media Cabinet or Bookshelf display Case. By faaru
By Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Las Vegas, NV
MCM Danish modern Rosewood Low Media Cabinet or Bookshelf display Case.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
MCM Sideboard / Cabinet by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad, Denmark, c. 1960's
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H 28 in W 42.5 in D 17 in
MCM Sideboard / Cabinet by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad, Denmark, c. 1960's
By Carlo Jensen
Located in Deland, FL
This cabinet is as functional as it is visually striking.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Broyhill Brasilia MCM nightstands
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Broyhill Brasilia nightstands Gorgeous set that’s in great shape with refinished tops. Walnut with those iconic arches. Dim: 24 wide x 18 deep x 21 inches high
Category
Vintage 1960s Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
MCM Danish Rosewood Desk Organizer
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Danish modern rosewood desk organizer cabinet with three drawers. Simple Classic lines with beautiful figured wood.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage MCM Diamond Gentlemen’s Dresser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome vintage MCM gentleman’s chest. Beautiful diamond wood pattern.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM 9 Drawer Dresser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage MCM 9 drawer dresser. Chic and simple design. Unmarked. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Dressers
Materials
Wood
MCM Vintage Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Medina, OH
Mid-century modern walnut dresser. It has some really neat features; danish like drawer pulls and burl-like on the front. This piece is amazing and with a little refinishing it will ...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Cork Dresser MCM 70s
By Pace Collection, Karl Springer, Milo Baughman, Paul Evans
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 70s, Cork Dresser The drawers are clean and move smoothly. Color: Natural Similar to Burlwood (hard to photograph) Measurements: Width: 72 1/4" Depth: 20 1/8" Height: 30 1/4"
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Cork
MCM Diamond Front Walnut Dresser
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Phenomenal design on this diamond front walnut long dresser or credenza by Albert Parvin. This piece is in excellent condition with a refinished top. Dimensions: 74” L x 19” D x ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage MCM Brutalist Lane “Pueblo” Credenza
By Lane Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage MCM credenza. Made by the iconic Lane Furniture group. Part of their coveted “Pueblo” collection. Dark and sexy. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist Credenzas
Materials
Wood
MCM Thomasville Campaign Style Burl Dresser
By Thomasville
Located in Lake Worth, FL
MCM Thomasville Campaign style olive burl dresser brass drawer pulls Art Deco Approximate measurements in inches 31" high 66" wide 19" deep Condition: Structurally sound a...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Burl
Danish MCM free standing wall unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Free-standing and fully finished on the backside, allowing for use as a room divider. This unit is perfect for maximizing smaller spaces, offering a multitude of storage solutions an...
Category
Vintage 1970s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Danish mcm teak credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Scandinavian teak sideboard Manufactured by Dyrlund circa 1970. This piece features curved edges with tambour door. Doors open to expose three drawers in the center and two open ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
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Mcm Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mcm cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique mcm cabinets was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. We have 62 antique and vintage mcm cabinets in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Mcm cabinets have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mcm cabinets are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made mcm cabinets over the years, but those made by Broyhill, Calvin and Crawford Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Mcm Cabinets?
Prices for mcm cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mcm cabinets begin at $150 and can go as high as $11,475, while the average can fetch as much as $2,471.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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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