With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the metro retro credenza you’re looking for. Each metro retro credenza for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
wood,
walnut and
metal. Your living room may not be complete without a metro retro credenza — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A metro retro credenza made by
mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with
modern — is very popular.
Florence Knoll,
Stow & Davis and
Jens Risom each produced at least one beautiful metro retro credenza that is worth considering.
A metro retro credenza can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,900, while the lowest priced sells for $490 and the highest can go for as much as $29,000.
Mid-century modern credenzas descend from the Renaissance-era sideboard, once used to serve and store food and dishware. The clean-lined, low-profile version prized today emerged from Italian and Scandinavian design in the mid-20th century, defined by tapered legs and warm walnut or teak veneers.
Styles to Know
Mid-century modern credenzas are one of the most searched storage silhouettes on 1stDibs. Sliding-door and open-shelf configurations serve different needs: books and displayed objects suit open shelving, while electronics and linens are better behind doors. A matching mid-century modern dresser extends the look to the bedroom, or an apothecary cabinet offers more drawer storage in a smaller footprint.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Credenza
Hardware and veneer condition vary considerably from piece to piece, so listing photographs deserve a close look; our guide to case pieces covers what else to look for in construction. Every credenza comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition on record, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.