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Modern Executive Credenza in Tiger Oak: Vintage Elegance Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transform your workspace into a haven of style and efficiency with our modern executive credenza
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel, Metal
Eppinger Burled Wood Executive Credenza
By Eppinger Furniture Inc.
Located in Pasadena, TX
is an Executive Credenza manufactured by Eppinger Furniture Inc of New York.
This credenza is
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Burl
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 1 File Drawer
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive credenza by George Nelson
We have a pair of these (found
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
H 25.63 in W 70 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 4 File Drawers
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson
We have a pair of these (found
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
H 25.63 in W 70 in D 18.5 in
84" Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Credenza
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
7' vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar executive desk and credenza
In 1931 Leander Dunbar realized
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Bronze
Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
Jens Risom designed this credenza as part of an executive office suite. The handsome walnut case
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
74" Long Calacatta Marble Rosewood Florence Knoll Executive Credenza Cabinet
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage, made in 1972, rosewood credenza with original white Calcutta gold marble top on chromed
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Steel, Chrome
H 25.5 in W 74.63 in D 17.88 in
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 6.5 ft Rosewood Chrome Credenza
By Roger Sprunger
Located in Pasadena, TX
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar rosewood and chrome executive Credenza,
1970s.
A Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
1970s Peter Protzman for Herman Miller Zebrawood Credenza
By Peter Protzmann, Herman Miller
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
1970s Credenza or sideboard in striking zebrawood by Peter Protzmann for Herman Miller.
Three
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Zebra Wood
George Nelson Credenza for Herman Miller, Walnut and White Lacquer, 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Round Rock, TX
setting. Long and low with perfect proportions, this would fit right in any Mid-Century Modern or
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
H 25.75 in W 74.125 in D 18.625 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Credenza, 1970s
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for Mastercraft media cabinet would work great in a Postmodern, Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Exclusive Credenza with Refrigerator and Marble Top, by Florence Knoll, 1961
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Schagen, NL
executive desk with a table, she needed to provide an alternative to the lost storage space. Her solution
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Steel
H 25.6 in W 74.81 in D 17.72 in
1960s Walnut Sideboard by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Stow Davis' "Electa" line.
This credenza features a large 78x20 top surface, flanked by sleek walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum
George Ciancimino Walnut & Quadrilobed Aluminum Executive Credenza, C. 1970
By George Ciancimino, Jens Risom
Located in Bainbridge, NY
compartments. Stable. Heavy. Solid Construction.Executive Credenza. Perfect base for Large Screen TV. With
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Chrome
H 28.75 in W 80.5 in D 21.25 in
1960s Danish Executive Cabinet: Mid-Century Design and Craftsmanship
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, designed to bring functionality and a touch of mid-century elegance to your space for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mirrored Xception Executive Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern executive desk made by Xception with a beautifully figured oak case and
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Desks
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
the Knoll Planning Unit, executive offices in America were nearly all planned the same way. Florence
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Monumental Leon Rosen Pace Collection Burl Walnut Steel Desk Mid-Century Modern
By Leon Rosen, Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Monumental executive desk by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection. Crisply framed in polished stainless
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
H 29 in W 71.75 in D 35.75 in
1968 Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis Executive Office Suite
By Alexis Yermakov, Stow Davis
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Matching executive office suite designed by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis in 1968 as part of the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
Walnut Executive Desk by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Stunning walnut color and figure present on this expansive executive desk designed by Alexis
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Refinished Dresser / Credenza 1950s, Signed
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
designer project.
This Mid-Century Modern collectors item is an apt representation of the period where
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 31 in W 51.5 in D 20.5 in
'Ming' Sideboard / Credenza by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
an apt representation of the period where Streamlined Moderne was moving into Mid-Century Modern and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Display Cabinet, c 1955, Signed
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern designed and crafted some of the highest quality furniture of the early and mid 20th Century. That
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Materials
Brass
7ft Dunbar Roger Sprunger Rosewood Chrome Writing Desk
By Roger Sprunger
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage midcentury Roger Sprunger rosewood chrome table writing desk by Dunbar
1970s
Executive
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
'Brasilia' Highboy Dresser by Broyhill Premiere, Refinished, 1960s, Signed
By Broyhill, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the Palácio do Planalto which this credenza shares many design similarities with.
Perfect for the Mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 44.5 in W 40 in D 19 in
'Taliesin' Mahogany Dresser / Sideboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
& Crafts, Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 28 in W 61.5 in D 20 in
Paul Frankl Dresser and Nightstand for Johnson Furniture, 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Regency, Post-Modern or Mid-Century Modern or Classic Farm House home or penthouse apartment but could
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969
By Pulaski Furniture Corporation
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, making this piece a highly sought after design by Tiki collectors and Mid-Century Modern design
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Formica, Walnut
H 61.5 in W 44.25 in D 19 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Brass Mirror, circa 1970
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a great addition as part of a Classic, Contemporary or Mid-Century Modern living room, den, man (or
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length ...
Materials
Brass
Cork Sideboard / Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, c. 1950s, Signed
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cabinet, or in an office or living room as a credenza.
Perfect for a Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 32.5 in W 71.5 in D 21 in
Oceanic Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Co., circa 1969
By Pulaski Furniture Corporation
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, making this piece a highly sought after design by Tiki collectors and Mid-Century Modern design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Formica, Walnut
H 61 in W 44.5 in D 19 in
80" Leather Superking Rhinoceros by Valentini, Spain, circa 1970s, Signed
By Valenti, Dimitri Omersa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
style footstool by Valenti would work great in a Postmodern, Mid-Century Modern, Farmhouse, Scandinavian
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
H 23.5 in W 80 in D 20.5 in
Restored William Hinn Anthropomorphic Highboy Dresser, 1950s Sweden, Signed
By Urban Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Exoskeleton' high boy chest of drawers from 1950s Sweden would work great in a mid-century modern
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 47 in W 44.5 in D 23.75 in
Important Double Dresser by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 32.25 in W 100 in D 19 in
Hans Von Klier Desk for Skipper
By Hans Von Klier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning executive chrome and walnut desk by Hans Von Klier for Skipper. Made in Italy. Massive
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Caned Sideboard Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture c 1958, Signed
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 76.5 in W 60 in D 18 in
Travertine Sideboard Cabinet by Stone International, Italy, 1980s, Signed
By Stone International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stone International SpA would work great in a Postmodern, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine
H 33 in W 57.5 in D 19.75 in
Long Mid-Century Modern Lacquer Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary 1960s mid-century executive credenza beautifully hand-crafted and has been newly
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Directional 4 Drawer Executive Credenza, 1960s
By Directional
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an excellent example of an executive credenza file cabinet, with four
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Alma Rosewood 8 Drawer Executive Credenza File Cabinet, 1960s
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, executive credenza file cabinet, made of rosewood, with eight
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.5 in W 72 in D 18 in
Dunbar Rosewood Executive Credenza
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Rosewood executive credenza by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. Beautiful figural rosewood case floats
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Ebonized Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary handcrafted Mid-Century Modern credenza made out of walnut wood and has been
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Plywood, Lacquer, Wood, Walnut
Florence Knoll Executive Marble Top Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Rare custom-order Florence Knoll Executive Office credenza with 12 drawers in ebonized walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Chrome
Leif Jacobsen Executive Credenza or Sideboard
By Leif Jacobsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Rare Mid-Century Modern Leif Jacobsen executive credenza, circa 1970. This high quality constructed
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20th Century Canadian Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Leif Jacobsen Executive Credenza or Sideboard
By Leif Jacobsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Rare Mid-Century Modern Leif Jacobsen executive credenza, circa 1970. This high quality constructed
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20th Century Canadian Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
George Nelson Herman Miller Executive Office Credenza
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Early edition Credenza from George Nelson’s executive office group (EOG) from the early 1950s. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut, Masonite
1970s Burl Wood and Chrome Executive Credenza
By Eppinger Furniture Inc.
Located in Chicago, IL
Eppinger Furniture NY desk, circa 1970s. Highest quality construction. Burl wood case appears to float on polish chrome pedestal.
Matching desk available.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Roger Spunger for Dunbar Rosewood Executive Credenza, 1970s
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century Modern twelve-drawer executive credenza
By Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
1960s Florence Knoll Credenza an Authentic Mid-Century Modern Classic - SALE!!
By Florence Knoll
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1960s Walnut Florence Knoll Credenza. Early production Credenza with walnut exterior and oak
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
H 27.5 in W 71.25 in D 17.75 in
1950s George Nelson Vintage Walnut Credenza for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern
By George Nelson
Located in Monrovia, CA
Rare Vintage Walnut credenza In The Manner Of A Herman Miller George Nelson Executive Credenza
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 25.75 in W 80 in D 18.75 in
SOLDStunning Mid Century Modern Ward Bennett For Pace Burled Olive Wood Credenza
By Ward Bennett
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a stunning and very rare modern Ward Bennett for Pace Collection credenza. Constructed out
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Olive
H 29 in W 79 in D 18.5 in
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mahogany and Chrome Executive Credenza
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century chrome and mahogany credenza designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar's
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Walnut Credenza Designed by George Nelsen
By George Nelson
Located in San Antonio, TX
Stunning 1970s George Nelson executive credenza for Herman Miller is in great overall condition
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
1965 Massive Executive Leather Sideboard Credenza by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Chula Vista, CA
International Platner Executive Collection 1960s.
Iconic design mid century madness in all its glory. Leather
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
H 29.5 in W 77 in D 24 in
74" Long Calacatta Marble Rosewood Florence Knoll Executive Credenza Cabinet
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage, made in 1972, rosewood credenza with original white Calacatta gold marble top on chromed
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Chrome, Steel
H 25.5 in W 74 in D 17.75 in
Brutalist Carved Cerused Oak and Pewter Mayan Styled Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We beautifully restored this incredibly unique brutalist Mid-Century Modern dresser / credenza
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Pewter
H 19.75 in W 80.25 in D 31 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Executive Office Group Sideboard, 1960
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A stunning "Executive Office Group" series sideboard or credenza in Brazilian rosewood by George
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum
H 26.38 in W 51.19 in D 18.51 in
Dunbar Rosewood and Chrome Credenza by Roger Sprunger
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar rosewood and chrome executive credenza, 1970s. A Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Florence Knoll for Knoll Rosewood Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll designed the Executive Collection in 1961. This edition is in rosewood and consists
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Rosewood & Stainless Credenza by Roger Sprunger/Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar rosewood and stainless steel executive credenza dating from the early
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Midcentury Modern Executive Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the midcentury modern executive credenza you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every midcentury modern executive credenza was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury modern executive credenza, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A midcentury modern executive credenza is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury modern executive credenza over the years, but those crafted by George Nelson, Dunbar and Florence Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Midcentury Modern Executive Credenza?
Prices for a midcentury modern executive credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $24,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,925.
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 legendary 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.
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.
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