PAir Milo Baughman Burl Olive Armoire's
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Pair Cabinets attributed to Milo Baughman,, Dramatic, tall Burl Olive wood ,, book match veneer,, Two doors with shelves interior,, 3 drawers, ****NOTE***Priced per unit Han...
Walnut, Burl
$2,580Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Traditional Burl Wood Secretary Desk, Mid-Century Modern, USA
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Grand Scale 1940's Traditional style Burl Wood Secretary/ Writing Desk. This secretary is in very good condition. Miami Beach acquisition.
Wood
Burl Olive Wood Italian Two Drawer Lift Top Night Stand Cabinet End Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl Olive Wood Italian Two Drawer Lift Top Night Stand Cabinet End Table MINT!
Walnut, Olive, Burl
Mount Airy, Dresser, Walnut, Burl, USA, 1950s
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, burl dresser produced by Mount Airy, North Carolina, USA, c. 1950s. Right back corner damage, otherwise minor wear consistent with age and use. Top drawers inside moderat...
Walnut, Burl
1970s Cerused Burl Wood Sideboard by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
A 1970s burl wood sideboard designed by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham, presented in a light cerused finish that emphasizes the natural figuring and tonal variation of the burl. The r...
Burl
Elegant Maple and Burl Wood Credenza
Located in Camden, ME
Credenza or buffet from the 1960s. Maple cabinet with bookmatched burl-wood faced doors across the base and two faux-ivory embossed accordion doors enclose 2/3 of the upper case. The...
Brass
Modernist Mappa Burl Veneer Kidney Shaped Desk
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful modernist mappa burl veneer kidney shaped desk dating to the 20th century. Mappa burl is the highly decorative wood of the European black poplar tree, known for its light...
Poplar, Burl
$5,067 / item
Mid Century Black Burl Wood Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Burl Wood Sideboard, which seamlessly combines contrasting finishes for a sophisticated touch. Featuring a luxurious Black Tamo ash veneer and an organic metal base, this piece is de...
Metal
Vintage Traditional Burl Wood Tallboy Dresser with Floral Inlay.
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage wooden chest of drawers features a rich dark stain highlighted by book-matched burl veneers, decorative framed paneling on the drawer fronts, and a central floral inlay ...
Burl
Paul Evans Cityscape Bar Cabinet, Burlwood & Chrome, 1970s Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this authentic, vintage Paul Evans Cityscape bar cabinet from the 1970s. This striking piece combines the distinct aesthetic of Paul Evans with the practicalit...
Burl
Vintage Burl Wood Credenza by Edward Axel Roffman
By Edward Axel Roffman
Located in Raleigh, NC
intage burl wood credenza designed by Edward Axel Roffman and manufactured in the U.S. Original maker’s sticker present as pictured. This piece features incredible burl woodgrain ...
Wood, Burl
Exceptional Burl & Marble Mastercraft Credenza
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the timeless elegance of Michigan's Mastercraft Furniture with this genuinely stunning credenza made of marble, brass, and burl. Seamlessly blending the classic elements o...
Stone, Marble, Metal, Brass
Vintage Henredon Modernist Two Door Burl Wood Server
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crafted by the renowned maker Henredon, this modernist two-door server highlights the inherent elegance of burl wood. The striking, swirling natural grain patterns create a visually ...
Wood, Burl
#1823 Vintage Ebonized Wood & Burl Sideboard / Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
A striking mid-century buffet that marries sculptural presence with everyday utility. Crafted by White Fine Furniture, this vintage sideboard features an ebonized wood frame that gr...
Wood, Burl
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Milo Baughman credenza for Thayer Coggin with burl wood patchwork square tiles design. This 3-door cabinet features 4 drawers, an adjustable shelf, and sits on a chrome fin...
Chrome
JL Metz Dresser w/ Burl and Travertine
By J. L. Metz Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning midcentury dresser made by JL Metz Company. Featuring weathered cherry wood with accenting burl front drawers, inset travertine top and patina brass stretchers. Please conf...
Travertine, Brass
Important Benjamin Baldwin Burl Wood Shelf or Wall Console
By Benjamin Baldwin
Located in Chicago, IL
Benjamin Baldwin custom wall-mounted console in burled elm, from the C.F. Murphy Jr. residence, Chicago. Hidden bracket for Minimalist look secures to wall. Woodwork Corporation of A...
Burl
Mid-Century Burl Wardrobe by Mt Airy
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall mid-century modern cabinet by Mt Airy in burl walnut and brass.
Brass
$3,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Outstanding Pair Drexel-Heritage "Insignia" Ash Burl Travertine Bachelors Chests
By Drexel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of Drexel-Heritage "Insignia" ash, burl wood and travertine bachelors chests. We just love the wonderful oval shape and thick travertine marble tops. These are in fa...
Travertine
Vintage Modern Burl and Brass Acid Etched Dresser by Bernhard Rohne
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning and vintage modern bedroom dresser by Bernhard Rohne features etched brass designs with burl walnut construction. Spacious interior drawers allow for plenty of bedroom ...
Wood
Pace Carpathian Elm-Burl Floating Wall Mounted Sideboard
By Pace Collection
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pace Carpathian Elm-Burl Floating Wall Mounted Sideboard
Wood, Burl
Stunning Mastercraft Credenza with Sculptural Brass Doors & Burl, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Brass and burl credenza with drawers on the left and shelves on the right. 1970s. From a Mid Century Estate in Los Angeles. Smoke free home. Dark walnut burl contrasts beaut...
Brass
Vintage Bernhardt “Flair” Burl Wood Credenza on Chrome Base
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevated by a sleek chrome stretcher base, this 1960s mid-century modern credenza from Bernhardt's "Flair" collection highlights book-matched olive ash burl wood veneers.
Chrome
Thomasville Cherry and Burl Wood Highboy Dresser, 1960s
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers In the manner of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings "Colosseum Collection" By Thomasville USA, 1960s Measures: 42...
Cherry, Burl
Vintage Henredon "Scene Two" Burl Wood Six-Drawer Dresser
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Henredon "Scene Two" dresser captures mid-20th-century design at its most refined, pairing clean lines with the natural luxury of burl wood. Six spacious drawers are fronted wit...
Burl, Wood
1930s Swedish Modern Mahogany and Walnut Corner Cabinet by Reiners
By Reiners Möbler
Located in Örebro, SE
.A Swedish Modern corner cabinet by Reiners Möbelfabrik, Mjölby, manufactured on October 10, 1938.
Birch, Mahogany, Walnut, Plywood, Burl
$11,493
Mattina Elm Burl Desk
Located in London, GB
This desk is a one‑off antique piece, selected and curated for its material presence and substantial form. It is constructed around an engineered timber core and finished entirely in...
Elm
Vintage Burl Wood and Bronze Freestanding Wall Unit by John Stuart
By West Michigan Furniture Co., John Stuart
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Storage is elegantly integrated with an upper cabinet and two lower cabinets that offer generous concealed space.
Bronze
Vintage Mid Century Modern Custom Made Oak Dresser With Burl Accent.
Located in Seattle, WA
Four drawer dovetailed Dresser. The top three drawers have dividers built as shown. Unique shape to the legs with stretchers for support. Similar piece available through separate pos...
Wood
Vintage Burl Wood Credenza by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham
By Arthur Umanoff, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage burl wood credenza designed by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham in the United States, circa 1970s. This credenza has a minimalist but highly functional design and is complemente...
Burl, Lacquer, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Custom Made Oak Dresser With Burl Accent.
Located in Seattle, WA
Four Drawers Dovetailed Dresser. The Top three Drawers have Dividers built in as Shown. Unique Shape to the Legs with Stretchers For Support. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as...
Wood
Mid Century Modern Burl Walnut John Widdicomb 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza
By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Burl Walnut John Widdicomb 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza MINT!
Walnut
Vintage Burl Wood Credenza by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham
By Arthur Umanoff, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Striking mid-century modern burl wood credenza designed by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham in the United States, circa 1970s. Known for his sophisticated yet approachable approach to m...
Birch, Burl, Lacquer
1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Credenza
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Extremely well cared for in its original factory finish. Cabinet is finished with Burl veneer on all sides, chrome is in perfect condition. No pitting or rust. No label present. ...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Blond Light Burl Wood 6 Drawer High Chest Dresser Mint!
By Edmond J. Spence, Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern blond light burl wood 6 drawer high chest dresser mint!
Maple, Burl
Luciano Frigerio 'Louis' Sidebooard in Satin Brass and Walnut Burl
By Luciano Frigerio, Frigerio Di Desio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio Di Desio, 'Louis' sideboard, polished satin brass, walnut burl, Italy, 1970s An exquisite piece of furniture by Italian designer Luciano Frigerio, this...
Brass
Vintage Burl Wood and Mirrored Armoire by Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The rich, natural grain of the burl wood lends a warm and sophisticated character, while the mirrored panels offer a modern touch.
Burl, Mirror
Vintage Burl Wood and Brass Dresser by J.L. Metz
By J. L. Metz Furniture Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning vintage burl wood dresser from J.L. Metz Furniture, crafted in the United States during the iconic 1960s. This exquisite piece is not just a storage solution, ...
Brass
$3,749Sale Price|53% Off
Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
By Johan Tapp, Gumps
Located in Lafayette, IN
Spectacular burled cabinet/wall unit designed by Johan Tapp for Gumps. Cabinet features beautiful book-matched burl veneered doors, solid brass hardware and unique, center fold-dow...
Brass
1973 Paul Evans Floating Cabinet
By Paul Evans
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
A stunning Paul Evans cabinet or credenza adorned in figural burl veneer and mirrored chrome tiles at the back. The cabinet is lifted from the ground on a well proportioned platform ...
Wood, Burl
Monumental Dutch Art Deco Secretary – Symmetrical Burl Walnut, Cut-Glass Accents
Located in Dronten, NL
And the keys—three beautiful original keys—each one crafted to lock the drop front and lower cabinet doors. They turn with a solid, reassuring click that modern locks can only envy.
Cut Glass, Ebony, Burl
Vintage Mastercraft Credenza Sideboard 1970s Burl Wood & Brass Tassel Pulls
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1970s Mastercraft credenza sideboard buffet cabinet, burl wood burlwood & brass. Large brass hinges and tassel pulls. Shelf and drawers as shown. This has been cleaned and po...
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Stanley Furniture Walnut Toned Dresser w/ Burl Accent
Located in Seattle, WA
This dresser features tapered legs and dovetailed drawers.Carved wood handles. Dresser from the same series is available in a separate post. Vintage condition consistent with age as...
Walnut
Gorgeous Milo Baughman Burl Olivewood Chrome Credenza Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman burled olive wood and chrome credenza. This piece is in good vintage condition with only light signs of age. It does have the orange velvet silverware divi...
Chrome
Exquisite Burl Wood Veneer and Brass Italian Commode from 1940's
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in North Miami, FL
Probably by Osvaldo Borsani, this charming cabinet with original green glass and tiered glass shelf features original loop ring pulls and keys. Sculptural legs with brass sabots are ...
Brass
Vintage Two Tone Burl Wood Credenza With Bun Feet
Located in Elkton, MD
4-door credenza featuring a two-tone design with burl wood veneer panels and a lighter wood frame. Complete with classic bun feet and ring pull hardware, this versatile cabinet offer...
Chrome
Lacquered Burl Elm Bookcase by Jean Claude Mahey, France, 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Designer: Jean Claude Mahey Origin: France Period: 1970s Materials: Burl elm, lacquer, brass Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor age-appropriate wear Dimensions: Width:...
Brass
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one. It is in wonderful vintage...
Chrome
Mastercraft Hollywood Regency Burl Wood and Brass Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet.
Brass
$4,194 / item
Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Its incurved front and tapered legs create a refined silhouette, while the burl wood grain adds depth and character. Designed for both traditional and modern spaces, it blends funct...
Brass
Henredon Lit Burlwood China Cabinet
By Henredon, Milo Baughman
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
From the Henredon Scene Two Collection this stunning burlwood display cabinet features mirror backed glass cases with recessed lighting. 3 glass shelves with plate grooves. There are...
Glass, Wood, Burl
Mid 20th Century Burl Walnut Four Door Sideboard Credenza by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid 20th Century Burl Walnut Four Door Sideboard Credenza by Thomasville One side opens to three interior drawers. The other side opens to a larger cabinet compartment for storage. ...
Brass
Stunning Burl Wood Credenza by Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham, Circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous highly figured burl grain throughout the credenza. Cabinet rests on a black lacquered plinth base.
Burl
Mastercraft Style, Hollywood Regency, Writing Desk, Burl, Brass, USA, 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
Mastercraft Style, Hollywood Regency, Writing Desk, Burl, Brass, USA, 1960s A wonderful burl and brass writing desk designed and produced in the United States c. 1960s Burl, Brass;...
Brass
John Stuart mid-century modern long burl walnut dresser credenza w/ Chrome bezel
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century modern 11 drawers burl walnut long cadenza w/ chrome bezel by John Stuart.
Chrome
Italian Burl Sideboard by Oscar Dell Arredamento for MiniForms
By Miniforms, Arredamento
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relive the spontaneity and excitement of Italy in the 1970s with this stunning lacquered burl sideboard by Oscar Dell Arredamento for MiniForms. Piano lacquer and natural wood grains...
Burl
Mastercraft Burl Wood and Brass Greek Key Credenza Sideboard William Doezema
By Mastercraft
Located in Stamford, CT
A Classic Mastercraft Mid Century Modern credenza or sideboard designed by William Doezema. Exquisitely made burl wood and brass greek key mountings. Mastercraft fabric tag inside th...
Brass
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 6 Drawer Dresser Dovetail Solid Wood Drawers. With Burl Veneer
Located in Seattle, WA
Antique 6 Drawer Dresser Dovetail Solid Wood Drawers. With Burl Veneer Dimensions. 36 W ; 19 D ; 48 H
Burl
Burl & Ebonized Bezel 4 Drawers 2 Double Door Compartment Server Credenza MINT!
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl & Ebonized Bezel 4 Drawers 2 Double Door Compartment Server Credenza MINT!
Burl
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Vintage Thomasville Burl Wood Drawers Walnut Credenza Mid-Century
By Thomasville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish vintage Thomasville burl wood and walnut credenza. We love the classic modern styling along with the unusual patinated brass hardware. This piece measures 31"t x 76"l x 19"d.
Walnut, Burl
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.
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.