Skip to main content

Modern Low Credenza

to
27
258
34
285
25
5
232
51
17
1
285
30
224
27
43
125
23
2
302
107
92
74
72
167
148
121
106
100
314
294
303
26
12
11
10
9
Sort By
Mid century danish modern low wide Teak Dresser credenza 4-Drawer
Mid century danish modern low wide Teak Dresser credenza 4-Drawer

Mid century danish modern low wide Teak Dresser credenza 4-Drawer

By Kibaek Mobelfabrik

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century low wide Kibaek Mobelfabrik teak tabour door credenza or dresser. This credenza has 1

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal
Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal

Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal

Located in New York, NY

A seamless blend of modern minimalism and functional elegance, this low-profile credenza is a

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Kurt Østervig Model 119 Low Danish Modern Credenza in Rosewood
Kurt Østervig Model 119 Low Danish Modern Credenza in Rosewood

Kurt Østervig Model 119 Low Danish Modern Credenza in Rosewood

By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Kurt Østervig Manufacturer: KP Mobler. Era: 1960s. Materials: Rosewood. Measurements: 83 wide x 21.5 deep x 31.5 tall. Condition: In excellent origi...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Danish Modern low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2 door
Mid-Century Danish Modern low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2 door

Mid-Century Danish Modern low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2 door

By Arne Wahl Iversen, Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful mid-century low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2-door with beautiful carved finger pull

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch, Rosewood, Teak

Baxter Low Credenza by Autonomous Furniture
Baxter Low Credenza by Autonomous Furniture

Baxter Low Credenza by Autonomous Furniture

By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig

Located in Victoria, BC

The Baxter Low Credenza has a sleek profile, showcasing four cabinet doors. The credenza uses solid

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Mid Century Modern Low Concave Compact Credenza Cabinet by Young and Company
Mid Century Modern Low Concave Compact Credenza Cabinet by Young and Company

Mid Century Modern Low Concave Compact Credenza Cabinet by Young and Company

By Young Manufacturing Company

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Mid Century Modern Low Concave Compact Credenza Cabinet by Young and Company! This Mid-Century

Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood
Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood

Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 19.75″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Shale Low Credenza (96") by Simon Johns
Shale Low Credenza (96") by Simon Johns

Shale Low Credenza (96") by Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza
Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza

Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish mid-century modern style. Made of blonde color ash wood with tapered legs and sculpted drawer

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Shale Low Credenza (84") by Simon Johns
Shale Low Credenza (84") by Simon Johns

Shale Low Credenza (84") by Simon Johns

By Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak
Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak

Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak

By IKEA, Erik Wortz

Located in Berkeley, CA

Erik Wortz - 1916 – 1997 Erik Wørts was a Danish cabinet maker who moved to Sweden in the mid-1940s, where he played an essential part in the development of flat package furniture....

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Baxter Walnut Low Credenza Sideboard by Autonomous Furniture
Baxter Walnut Low Credenza Sideboard by Autonomous Furniture

Baxter Walnut Low Credenza Sideboard by Autonomous Furniture

By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig

Located in Victoria, BC

The Baxter walnut low Credenza has a sleek profile, showcasing four cabinet doors. The credenza

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Low Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by e.w. Bach
Low Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by e.w. Bach

Low Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by e.w. Bach

By Sejling Skabe, E.W. Bach

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: E.W. Bach Manufacturer: Sejling Skabe Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 77″ wide x 17.5″ deep x 31″ tall

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza

By George Nelson

Located in Denton, TX

Rare Glass sliding doors on a walnut display cabinet with adjustable shelves. Chrome legs with original Domes of silence glides. The Herman Miller badge is missing, please see pictur...

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza 68 ''
Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza 68 ''

Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza 68 ''

Located in Oakland, CA

Handcrafted from beautifully grained old-growth teak, this mid-century Danish low credenza features

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase
Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase This credenza bookcase measures

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Shale 96" Low Credenza in Grey by Simon Johns
Shale 96" Low Credenza in Grey by Simon Johns

Shale 96" Low Credenza in Grey by Simon Johns

By Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

9' Shale Credenza Low in Bone White by Simon Johns
9' Shale Credenza Low in Bone White by Simon Johns

9' Shale Credenza Low in Bone White by Simon Johns

By Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Black Lacquer Low Credenza
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Black Lacquer Low Credenza

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Black Lacquer Low Credenza

By Paul McCobb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful mid-century low credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group. 1 adjustable shelve

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple

Two-Tone White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Low Long Credenza Dresser Cabinet
Two-Tone White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Low Long Credenza Dresser Cabinet

Two-Tone White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Low Long Credenza Dresser Cabinet

By Harvey Probber

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Midcentury Danish modern two-tone 5 Drawers 4 doors credenza cabinet. Interesting architectural

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet
1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet

1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet

By John Keal

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Mid-century four-door very low cabinet designed by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. Gorgeous walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

John Van Koert Drexel K4 Low Dresser, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern
John Van Koert Drexel K4 Low Dresser, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

John Van Koert Drexel K4 Low Dresser, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

By Henredon, Karl Johan, Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Chattanooga, TN

K4 low dresser designed by John Van Koert for Drexel’s “Profile” collection. This dresser is a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Ark Low Console Blue 4 Cover by Hermhaus – Modern Designer Storage Console
Ark Low Console Blue 4 Cover by Hermhaus – Modern Designer Storage Console

Ark Low Console Blue 4 Cover by Hermhaus – Modern Designer Storage Console

By hermhaus

Located in istanbul, TR

The Ark Low Console by Hermhaus is a striking example of modern designer furniture, combining

Category

2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet
Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet

Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

and accessories offer modern sensibility, provincial construction, and unparalleled complexity

Category

20th Century Organic Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Piece Low Console 3 cover by Hermhaus
Piece Low Console 3 cover by Hermhaus

Piece Low Console 3 cover by Hermhaus

By hermhaus

Located in istanbul, TR

Piece Low Console Three-Compartment by Hermhaus is designed as a functional storage unit with a

Category

2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Piece Low Console 4 cover by Hermhaus
Piece Low Console 4 cover by Hermhaus

Piece Low Console 4 cover by Hermhaus

By hermhaus

Located in istanbul, TR

aesthetics blend minimalist and simple approaches with modern touches, resulting in an elegant design

Category

2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Wooden Low Table Sereno No42, Contemporary Furniture by NONO
Wooden Low Table Sereno No42, Contemporary Furniture by NONO

Wooden Low Table Sereno No42, Contemporary Furniture by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Wooden Low Table Sereno No42, Contemporary Furniture by NONO Sereno Collection Design by Joel

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

1960s Vintage Low Sideboard / Crezenda Cabinet in Oak, Danish
1960s Vintage Low Sideboard / Crezenda Cabinet in Oak, Danish

1960s Vintage Low Sideboard / Crezenda Cabinet in Oak, Danish

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A rare and wellkept furniture in massive oak with a style of danish modern and some design

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Sculptural Base Low Table Sereno No31, Designed by Joel Escalona
Sculptural Base Low Table Sereno No31, Designed by Joel Escalona

Sculptural Base Low Table Sereno No31, Designed by Joel Escalona

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Sculptural Base Low Table Sereno No31, Designed by Joel Escalona — Sereno Collection Design by

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Low Table Sereno No53, Sculptural Base Minimal Furniture by Joel Escalona
Low Table Sereno No53, Sculptural Base Minimal Furniture by Joel Escalona

Low Table Sereno No53, Sculptural Base Minimal Furniture by Joel Escalona

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Low Table Sereno No53, Sculptural Base Minimal Furniture by Joel Escalona — Sereno Collection

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber
Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber

Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Dark walnut low cabinet with grass cloth inlaid doors in the manner of Harvey Probber. Double doors

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black
Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black

Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful mid century low dresser credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1504 with 4

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Low Dresser / Credenza
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Low Dresser / Credenza

Vintage Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Low Dresser / Credenza

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage Mid-Century Modern low dresser features a long, streamlined case with nine drawers

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Modern Low Teak Storage Cabinet Small Buffet or Credenza
Scandinavian Modern Low Teak Storage Cabinet Small Buffet or Credenza

Scandinavian Modern Low Teak Storage Cabinet Small Buffet or Credenza

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern low profile teak storage cabinet or small buffet or credenza

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen
Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen

By IKEA, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 2 drawer low bench, dresser, cabinet, or credenza

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Shale 108" Low Credenza by Simon Johns
Shale 108" Low Credenza by Simon Johns

Shale 108" Low Credenza by Simon Johns

By Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Modern Low Clair Credenza By Corinna Warm Two-Tone Panels Black Ebonized Wood
Modern Low Clair Credenza By Corinna Warm Two-Tone Panels Black Ebonized Wood

Modern Low Clair Credenza By Corinna Warm Two-Tone Panels Black Ebonized Wood

By Corinna Warm, WARM

Located in Santa Monica, CA

front panel in the case of the low Clair credenza, beautifully concealing four drawers. The use of push

Category

2010s American Modern Sideboards

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb
Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb

Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Rare Paul McCobb 4 drawer dresser/credenza is made of solid maple wood with original aluminum

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Maple

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!
Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

By Established Lines

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Black Ebonized Low Petite Small Credenza Stand with Solid Brass Hardware Pulls
Black Ebonized Low Petite Small Credenza Stand with Solid Brass Hardware Pulls

Black Ebonized Low Petite Small Credenza Stand with Solid Brass Hardware Pulls

By James Mont, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern black ebonized credenza cabinet with solid "gold" finish brass hard ware pulls

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Gray Blue 4-Door Low Wooden Credenza, Scandinavian Design by Eric Gizard, Paris
Gray Blue 4-Door Low Wooden Credenza, Scandinavian Design by Eric Gizard, Paris

Gray Blue 4-Door Low Wooden Credenza, Scandinavian Design by Eric Gizard, Paris

By Éric Gizard

Located in Landivy, FR

/ 63.0" to 240 cm / 94.5". ÉGÉE COLLECTION This low large sideboard is part of the ÉGÉE collection

Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Ash, Wood

Credenza Bassa 2017 - Low sideboard 2017
Credenza Bassa 2017 - Low sideboard 2017

Credenza Bassa 2017 - Low sideboard 2017

Located in Mosciano Sant'angelo, TE

A rectangle with clean, extremely linear shapes, which expresses an essential refinement: the low

Category

2010s Italian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Revised Amberley Low – solid oak buffet/ credenza/ sideboard
Revised Amberley Low – solid oak buffet/ credenza/ sideboard

Revised Amberley Low – solid oak buffet/ credenza/ sideboard

By Sjoerd Vroonland, Revised

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Amberley is the definition of a modern classic. Revised Amberley High A cupboard crafted from solid wood

Category

2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Mid Century Danish Low Console
Mid Century Danish Low Console

Mid Century Danish Low Console

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Mid-century low console with very elegant lines.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Bronze Low Console with Cabinets
Bronze Low Console with Cabinets

Bronze Low Console with Cabinets

By Gary Magakis

Located in New York, NY

creating his bronze and steel sculptural furniture, Magakis looks to ancient metal arts, modern

Category

2010s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Pierre Chapo Low Sideboard Model BEB in Massive Elm, circa 1970
Pierre Chapo Low Sideboard Model BEB in Massive Elm, circa 1970

Pierre Chapo Low Sideboard Model BEB in Massive Elm, circa 1970

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Saint Ouen, Île-de-France

Pierre Chapo low sideboard model BEB in Massive elm, circa 1970.  

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Elm

White High Gloss Lacquered Sideboard or Credenza With Mitred Low Iron Glass
White High Gloss Lacquered Sideboard or Credenza With Mitred Low Iron Glass

White High Gloss Lacquered Sideboard or Credenza With Mitred Low Iron Glass

By Romuald Stefanski

Located in London, GB

in pearlescent polished high gloss lacquer. Top lined with mitred low iron glass. Interior in steamed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sideboards

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza

Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza

Located in Medina, OH

Beautiful 3 cabinet Mid-Century Modern low credenza with brass handles, beautiful legs and brass

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Low Credenza in Teak
Scandinavian Modern Low Credenza in Teak

Scandinavian Modern Low Credenza in Teak

By Brande Møbelindustri, Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This low teak 4 door credenza has pull out silver storage trays and adjustable shelves. Inset

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

John Keal Brown-Saltman Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza, Record, Stereo Cabinet
John Keal Brown-Saltman Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza, Record, Stereo Cabinet

John Keal Brown-Saltman Mid-Century Modern Low Credenza, Record, Stereo Cabinet

By John Keal

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Mid-Century Modern cabinet designed by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. This cabinet can meet lots

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

High Quality Mid Century Modern Low 18" High Walnut Credenza Cabinet
High Quality Mid Century Modern Low 18" High Walnut Credenza Cabinet

High Quality Mid Century Modern Low 18" High Walnut Credenza Cabinet

By Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice mid century modern low credenza which would make a very nice entry cabinet or a perfect

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Modern Low Credenza", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Modern Low Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic modern low credenza available at 1stDibs. A modern low credenza — often made from wood, walnut and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the modern low credenza you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A modern low credenza, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Paul McCobb, Barzilay and Glenn of California each produced at least one beautiful modern low credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a Modern Low Credenza?

The average selling price for a modern low credenza at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $1,100 on the low end and $18,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Credenzas for You

Antique and vintage credenzas can add an understated touch of grace to your home. These long and sophisticated cabinet-style pieces of furniture can serve a variety of purposes, and they look great too.

In Italy, the credenza was originally a small side table used in religious services. Appropriately, credere in Italian means “to believe.” Credenzas were a place to not only set the food ready for meals, they were also a place to test and taste prepared food for poison before a dish was served to a member of the ruling class. Later, credenza was used to describe a type of versatile narrow side table, typically used for serving food in the home. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard — in fact, the terms credenza and sideboard are used almost interchangeably today.

Credenzas usually have short legs or no legs at all, and can feature drawers and cabinets. And all kinds of iterations of the credenza have seen the light of day over the years, from ornately carved walnut credenzas originating in 16th-century Tuscany to the wealth of Art Deco credenzas — with their polished surfaces and geometric patterns — to the array of innovative modernist interpretations that American furniture maker Milo Baughman created for Directional and Thayer Coggin.

The credenza’s blend of style and functionality led to its widespread use in the 20th century. Mid-century modern credenzas are particularly popular — take a look at Danish furniture designer Arne Vodder’s classic Model 29, for instance, with its reversible sliding doors and elegant drawer pulls. Hans Wegner, another Danish modernist, produced strikingly minimalist credenzas in the 1950s and ’60s, as did influential American designer Florence Knoll. Designers continue to explore new and exciting ways to update this long-loved furnishing.

Owing to its versatility and familiar low-profile form, the credenza remains popular in contemporary homes. Unlike many larger case pieces, credenzas can be placed under windows and in irregularly shaped rooms, such as foyers and entryways. This renders it a useful storage solution. In living rooms, for example, a credenza can be a sleek media console topped with plants and the rare art monographs you’ve been planning to show off. In homes with open floor plans, a credenza can help define multiple living spaces, making it ideal for loft apartments.

Browse a variety of antique and vintage credenzas for sale on 1stDibs to find the perfect fit for your home today.

Questions About Modern Low Credenza
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.