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Mid-Century Modern Burl Sideboard
Mid-Century Modern Burl Sideboard

Mid-Century Modern Burl Sideboard

By Milo Baughman, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage mid-century modern burl wood sideboard in the style of Milo Baughman and Arthur Umanoff

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Sideboard Buffet
Mid Century Modern Sideboard Buffet

Mid Century Modern Sideboard Buffet

Located in Westwood, NJ

This beautifully crafted sideboard is a striking example of mid-century modern design reimagined

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mid Century Modern Black Sideboard Buffet
Mid Century Modern Black Sideboard Buffet

Mid Century Modern Black Sideboard Buffet

Located in Westwood, NJ

This beautifully crafted sideboard is a striking example of mid-century modern design reimagined

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Long Scandinavian Ash Sideboard with Matte Metal Handles
Mid-Century Modern Long Scandinavian Ash Sideboard with Matte Metal Handles

Mid-Century Modern Long Scandinavian Ash Sideboard with Matte Metal Handles

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

transitions. The front consists of a pair of sliding doors with matte black metal handles. There is one shelf

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hollywood Regency Sideboards, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Hollywood Regency Sideboards, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Hollywood Regency Sideboards, Italy, 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Pair of two-door sideboards in the Hollywood Regency style, featuring mirrored surfaces and a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Sven Ellekær rosewood and metal mid-century sideboard
Sven Ellekær rosewood and metal mid-century sideboard

Sven Ellekær rosewood and metal mid-century sideboard

By Sven Ellekaer

Located in PARIS, FR

Elegant sideboard by Danish designer Sven Ellekaer in rosewood and black lacquered metal with the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Two Sideboards by Anonima Castelli, Italy 1960s
Two Sideboards by Anonima Castelli, Italy 1960s

Two Sideboards by Anonima Castelli, Italy 1960s

By Anonima Castelli

Located in Greding, DE

. The sideboards stand on elegant black metal legs with aluminum caps, accentuating their modern design

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Wall-Mounted Sideboards by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq, 1958
Wall-Mounted Sideboards by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq, 1958

Wall-Mounted Sideboards by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq, 1958

Located in Echt, NL

highly desirable Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted sideboards / credenzas, designed by Antoine Philipponand

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Johnson Handley Furniture Co.
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Johnson Handley Furniture Co.

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Johnson Handley Furniture Co.

By Handley Johnson Handley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

sideboard by Johnson Handley Furniture Co. is built with Mid-Century Modern quality and style. Please

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Kai Kristiansen Sideboard, Scandinavian Modern
Mid-Century Kai Kristiansen Sideboard, Scandinavian Modern

Mid-Century Kai Kristiansen Sideboard, Scandinavian Modern

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

makes the perfect storage piece for any modern home. Midcentury design is evidenced in the high quality

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Wooden and Metal "Bloc" Charlotte Perriand Sideboard Cabinet, 1950s
Mid Century Wooden and Metal "Bloc" Charlotte Perriand Sideboard Cabinet, 1950s

Mid Century Wooden and Metal "Bloc" Charlotte Perriand Sideboard Cabinet, 1950s

By Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very rare French mid century "Bloc" sideboard cabinet in black lacquered metal, dark stained

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard with Murano Glass & Walnut
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard with Murano Glass & Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard with Murano Glass & Walnut

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A black-white, Mid-Century modern style Italian illuminated sideboard made of hand blown colored

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sideboard Bar, 1950s

By Umberto Mascagni

Located in Puglia, Puglia

mid-century Italian design. Height of the cabinet without the mirror 85 cm

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Streamline Sideboard in Birch, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Streamline Sideboard in Birch, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Streamline Sideboard in Birch, 1960s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

are made of metal. The rounded form complements the modernist look. The base is made of carved legs

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1940-1950
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1940-1950

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1940-1950

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A 20th Century, slim vintage Mid-Century modern Italian cabinet, cupboard made of hand crafted

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Dark Oak Sideboard with Wooden Handles
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Dark Oak Sideboard with Wooden Handles

Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Dark Oak Sideboard with Wooden Handles

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

handles are made of wood supplemented with a metal ball. Elegant wooden legs perfectly match the sideboard

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

French Mid Century Sideboard
French Mid Century Sideboard

French Mid Century Sideboard

Located in Westwood, NJ

sabots reflect authentic mid-century French design. Behind the doors, adjustable shelving provides

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern KW26 Floating Sideboard by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum
Mid-Century Modern KW26 Floating Sideboard by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum

Mid-Century Modern KW26 Floating Sideboard by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern KW26 floating sideboard. Design by Martin Visser for 't

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mirror Skyscraper Sideboard by Ello Furniture
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mirror Skyscraper Sideboard by Ello Furniture

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mirror Skyscraper Sideboard by Ello Furniture

By Ello Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Stunning Vintage Mid-Century Modern mirror glass sideboard by Ello Furniture. The coveted six door

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Luxus, Belgium, 1950
Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Luxus, Belgium, 1950

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Luxus, Belgium, 1950

By Luxus Kortrijk, Jos De Mey

Located in Antwerp, BE

Belgian Design; Cabinet; Sideboard; Mid-Century Modern; Modernist Design; Jos De Mey; Painter

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard in Hardwood, Geraldo de Barros, 1950s
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard in Hardwood, Geraldo de Barros, 1950s

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard in Hardwood, Geraldo de Barros, 1950s

By Geraldo de Barros

Located in New York, NY

aesthetic characterized by straight lines, modular boxes, and the use of hardwood, metal, and formica. The

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

Mid Century Burl Wood Sideboard
Mid Century Burl Wood Sideboard

Mid Century Burl Wood Sideboard

Located in Westwood, NJ

create a stylish and modern look. The Tamo ash veneer exudes luxury, while the organic metal base adds an

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Sideboard with Ornate Hardware, Style of Tommi Parzinger
Mid Century Modern Sideboard with Ornate Hardware, Style of Tommi Parzinger

Mid Century Modern Sideboard with Ornate Hardware, Style of Tommi Parzinger

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Presenting an exquisite Mid-Century Modern sideboard in the style of designs by Tommi Parzinger

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard by Ben Rouzie, USA, 1950s Design
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard by Ben Rouzie, USA, 1950s Design

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard by Ben Rouzie, USA, 1950s Design

By Ben Rouzie

Located in Berlin, DE

black metal legs, giving it a light and elegant appearance. A great example of Mid-Century Modern design

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century English Teak Sideboard by William Lawrence
Mid-Century English Teak Sideboard by William Lawrence

Mid-Century English Teak Sideboard by William Lawrence

By William Lawrence of Nottingham

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique mid-century English modern sideboard manufactured by the renowned furniture makers at

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vittorio Dassi Italian Mid-Century Modern Fruitwood and Bronze 4-Drawer Chest
Vittorio Dassi Italian Mid-Century Modern Fruitwood and Bronze 4-Drawer Chest

Vittorio Dassi Italian Mid-Century Modern Fruitwood and Bronze 4-Drawer Chest

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern 4-drawer chest with a lightly vertically striped fruitwood veneer, with

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Fruitwood

Mid-Century American Walnut Sideboard by Young Manufacturing
Mid-Century American Walnut Sideboard by Young Manufacturing

Mid-Century American Walnut Sideboard by Young Manufacturing

By Young Manufacturing Company, Broyhill

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cheer up any space with genuine mid-century modern furniture! This beautiful vintage walnut

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Black Burl Wood Sideboard
Mid Century Black Burl Wood Sideboard

Mid Century Black Burl Wood Sideboard

Located in Westwood, NJ

and modern look. The black Tamo ash veneer exudes luxury, while the organic metal base adds an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century teak Sideboard, Belgium 1960s
Mid-Century teak Sideboard, Belgium 1960s

Mid-Century teak Sideboard, Belgium 1960s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

essential characteristic of Belgian mid‑century design. This interplay of warm teak and dark metal gives the

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Antigua Sideboard by Mavo Atelier in Walnut & Brass Handmade
Mid-Century Modern Antigua Sideboard by Mavo Atelier in Walnut & Brass Handmade

Mid-Century Modern Antigua Sideboard by Mavo Atelier in Walnut & Brass Handmade

By Mavo Atelier

Located in Trofa, PT

Veneer in matt finishing. Handles, Footer and Metal details: Brushed Brass. MATERIALS AND FINISHES Body

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Bianco, by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Travertine, Quartz, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Style Olival Sideboard, Onyx Stone Brass, by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Style Olival Sideboard, Onyx Stone Brass, by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Style Olival Sideboard, Onyx Stone Brass, by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Olival Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Viola, by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Viola, by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Calacatta Viola, by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble TV Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Travertine, Quartz, Marble, Stainless Steel, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble Bar Cabinet, Calacatta, Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble Bar Cabinet, Calacatta, Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble Bar Cabinet, Calacatta, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Olival Marble Bar Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Stone, Onyx, Travertine, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel

Italian Mid-Century Luciano Frigerio Rosewood and Brass Sideboard
Italian Mid-Century Luciano Frigerio Rosewood and Brass Sideboard

Italian Mid-Century Luciano Frigerio Rosewood and Brass Sideboard

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century rosewood sideboard with 2 side doors having a carved woven border centering 3

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Striped Veneer Mahogany and Brass Sideboard
Italian Mid-Century Striped Veneer Mahogany and Brass Sideboard

Italian Mid-Century Striped Veneer Mahogany and Brass Sideboard

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century Modern Italian mahogany sideboard with a striped veneer exterior, 4 cabinet doors

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Belgian Mid-Century Rosewood Highboard, 1960s
Belgian Mid-Century Rosewood Highboard, 1960s

Belgian Mid-Century Rosewood Highboard, 1960s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A refined example of Belgian mid‑century craftsmanship, this 1960s rosewood highboard combines

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Impressive Mid-Century Style Teak Sideboard
Impressive Mid-Century Style Teak Sideboard

Impressive Mid-Century Style Teak Sideboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish teak sideboard makes an impressive addition to any home or office decor. Sturdy metal

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Asymmetric Italian Sideboard, circa 1950
Mid-Century Asymmetric Italian Sideboard, circa 1950

Mid-Century Asymmetric Italian Sideboard, circa 1950

By Luigi Scremin

Located in Brussels, BE

Very elegant mid-century sideboard, circa 1950, Italy. 2 wood doors, 2 glass sliding doors, 3

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Long , Suspended Sideboard in Walnut, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Long , Suspended Sideboard in Walnut, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Long , Suspended Sideboard in Walnut, 1950s

Located in Traversetolo, IT

design. The sideboard is supported by two metal supports composed of three tubes with a refined

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s
Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Hastings, GB

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s. Brutalist metal

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid century sideboard by Alfred Hendrickx, 1960s, teak & Vigneron ceramic tile
Mid century sideboard by Alfred Hendrickx, 1960s, teak & Vigneron ceramic tile

Mid century sideboard by Alfred Hendrickx, 1960s, teak & Vigneron ceramic tile

By Alfred Hendrickx

Located in Hastings, GB

Mid century modern sideboard by Alfred Hendrickx, Belgium, 1960s. Teak veneer, with a ceramic tile

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Traversetolo, IT

the 1950s. The whole structure is supported by four black painted metal uprights and the two side

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Long Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Long Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Long Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Buccinasco, MI

Mid-Century design. The cabinet appears to float thanks to its slender metal legs with adjustable

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Willy Rizzo Italian Mid-Century Black Credenza Sideboard for Mario Sabot, 1970s
Willy Rizzo Italian Mid-Century Black Credenza Sideboard for Mario Sabot, 1970s

Willy Rizzo Italian Mid-Century Black Credenza Sideboard for Mario Sabot, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern 3-door credenza sideboard designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Mario

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Danish Teak Sideboard with Metal Base, 1960s
Danish Teak Sideboard with Metal Base, 1960s

Danish Teak Sideboard with Metal Base, 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

refined craftsmanship and simplicity that define Danish mid-century furniture. A versatile piece suitable

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet
Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, Credenza, 9 Drawers, Storage, Asian

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Laminate, Wood

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Mid Century Modern Metal Sideboards For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of mid century modern metal sideboards for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century modern metal sideboards — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are 791 antique and vintage mid century modern metal sideboards for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 30 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century modern metal sideboards available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern mid century modern metal sideboards are consistently popular styles. Mid century modern metal sideboards have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Dieter Waeckerlin are consistently popular.

How Much are Mid Century Modern Metal Sideboards?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,058, while they’re typically $25 on the low end and $130,000 highest priced.

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

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.

Finding the Right Sideboards for You

An antique or vintage sideboard today is a sophisticated and stylish component in sumptuous dining rooms of every shape, size and decor scheme, as well as a statement of its own, showcased in art galleries and museums.

Once simply boards made of wood that were used to support ceremonial dining, sideboards have taken on much greater importance as case pieces since their modest first appearance. In Italy, the sideboard was basically a credenza, a solid furnishing with cabinet doors. It was initially intended as an integral piece of any dining room where the wealthy gathered for meals in the southern European country.

Later, in England and France, sideboards retained their utilitarian purpose — a place to keep hot water for rinsing silverware and from which to serve cold drinking water — but would evolve into double-bodied structures that allowed for the display of serveware and utensils on open shelves. We would likely call these buffets, as they’re taller than a sideboard. (Trust us — there is an order to all of this!)

The sideboard is often deemed a buffet in the United States, from the French buffet à deux corps, which referred to a storage and display case. However, a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying attractive kitchenware and certainly makes more sense in the context of buffet dining — abundant meals served for crowds of people.

Every imaginable iteration of the sideboard has taken shape over the years. Furniture maker and artist Paul Evans, whose work has been the subject of various celebrated museum exhibitions, created ornamented, welded and patinated sideboards for Directional Furniture, collections such as the Cityscape series that speak to his place in revolutionary brutalist furniture design as much as they echo the origins of these sturdy, functional structures centuries ago.

If mid-century modern sideboards or vintage Danish sideboards are more to your liking than an 18th-century mahogany sideboard with decorative inlays in the Hepplewhite style, the particularly elegant pieces crafted by designers Hans Wegner, Edward Wormley or Florence Knoll are often sought by today’s collectors.

Whether you have a specific era or style in mind or you’re open to browsing a vast collection to find the right fit, 1stDibs has a variety of antique and vintage sideboards to choose from.