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Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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 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 credenzas, 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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Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA
Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

$5,895

Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Walnut Wood, Satin-Lacquered Drawers ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Californian Modern Credenza by Brown Saltman
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Californian Modern Credenza by Brown Saltman

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Californian Modern Credenza by Brown Saltman

$2,095

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Californian Modern Credenza by Brown Saltman

By Brown Saltman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern
Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

$3,189

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

By Clausen & Søn

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Vintage Danish low sideboard in teak by Clausen & Son iwth original sticker on the back, made in the 1960s. Clean mid-century modern design with a low, long form and balanced proport...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

$1,350

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Expertly Restored-California Modernist Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
Expertly Restored-California Modernist Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

Expertly Restored-California Modernist Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

$2,895

Expertly Restored-California Modernist Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay
Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

$2,895

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design
Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

$6,005

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

Located in Guazzora, IT

Discover our extraordinary sideboard, a unique piece that embodies the elegance and sophistication of contemporary design. Designed and handcrafted with obsessive attention to detail...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid century Florence Knoll No 116 office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls
Mid century Florence Knoll No 116 office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

Mid century Florence Knoll No 116 office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

$5,500

Mid century Florence Knoll No 116 office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Florence knoll No 116 Birch Credenza. Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (2) grasscloth front Sliding doors with leather pulls that reveal two a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Birch

Mid-Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer TV & Stereo Console with Olympic KC370 TV
Mid-Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer TV & Stereo Console with Olympic KC370 TV

Mid-Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer TV & Stereo Console with Olympic KC370 TV

$795

Mid-Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquer TV & Stereo Console with Olympic KC370 TV

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Black Lacquered Wood, Hand Painted Panels Designer: Olympic Manufacturer: Olympic This striking Olympic TV & stereo...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Aksel Kjersgaard
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Aksel Kjersgaard

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Aksel Kjersgaard

$5,895

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Aksel Kjersgaard

By Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Manufacturer Aksel Kjersgaaard A/S ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

$1,895

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza
Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

$6,171Sale Price / item|20% Off

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

Located in Guazzora, IT

This elegant sideboard is defined by its striking façade in hand-hammered brass, featuring three doors with a richly textured surface that reflects light with depth and warmth. The a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design
Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

$2,373Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

Located in None, IT

Tall teak wood sideboard with gilt brass inserts, the two central sliding doors are black painted wood, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear due ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Credenza / Sideboard by Ercol
Vintage Mid Century Modern Credenza / Sideboard by Ercol

Vintage Mid Century Modern Credenza / Sideboard by Ercol

$1,795

Vintage Mid Century Modern Credenza / Sideboard by Ercol

By Ercol

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console / cabinet. "Windsor" series by Ercol. Model 468 In solid elm wood. Maker's label inside door. This piece...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Elm

Expertly Restored-Californian Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay
Expertly Restored-Californian Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

Expertly Restored-Californian Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

$2,895

Expertly Restored-Californian Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Californian Modernist tambour-door walnut credenza by Barzilay captures the warmth and refined simplicity of West Coast mid-century design. The tambour-style sliding doors revea...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza

$3,895

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut File Credenza This credenza measures: 58.5 wide x 20 deep x 32 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wear on Top Surface. Minor Scratches ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Modern white Office Credenza Sideboard by David Rockwell for Knoll
Modern white Office Credenza Sideboard by David Rockwell for Knoll

Modern white Office Credenza Sideboard by David Rockwell for Knoll

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Modern white Office Credenza Sideboard by David Rockwell for Knoll

By Knoll, David Rockwell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modern white Office Credenza Sideboard Designed by David Rockwell for Knoll. Modern knoll White lacquer credenza. Featuring (5) cabinet doors. The credenza sits White metal Iron X cu...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960
Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

$4,154

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Large Spanish credenza sideboard dresser buffet, made circa 1960 The four doors of this sideboard are carved with medieval-themed decorations. You can admire coats of arms, helmets, ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Vintage 1960s Florence Knoll Floating Credenzas Walnut & White Laminate
Pair of Vintage 1960s Florence Knoll Floating Credenzas Walnut & White Laminate

Pair of Vintage 1960s Florence Knoll Floating Credenzas Walnut & White Laminate

$6,800 / set

Pair of Vintage 1960s Florence Knoll Floating Credenzas Walnut & White Laminate

By Florence Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A pair of vintage 1960s Florence Knoll floating credenza cabinets. This is a beautiful set of classic mid century modern cabinets featuring walnut wood construction and white laminat...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Laminate, Walnut

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Copper Pewter Bronze Patchwork Credenza
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Copper Pewter Bronze Patchwork Credenza

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Copper Pewter Bronze Patchwork Credenza

$90,995

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Copper Pewter Bronze Patchwork Credenza

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Copper, Pewter and Bronze Patchwork Credenza This credenza measures: 72.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 32.25 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza
Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

$5,400 / item

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

Located in New York, NY

Amazing 1960's mid-century modern Brazilian rosewood credenza with three drawers and two doors with one adjustable shelf, designed by Jack Cartwright for founders, fully restored wit...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood, Lacquer

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s
French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

$1,542

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century cabinet fully made in bamboo and woven rattan. This wonderful organic two-door cabinet was produced in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing condition and with a c...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

$2,095

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

$2,300 / item

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut

$7,000 / item

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This design is a celebration of, and homage to, the geometric patterns that so often inspired Mid Century design. With this piece we also brought in a little bit of a Boho spirit as ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

$3,480 / item

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

The Turned Leg Douglas Stereo Cabinet is functionally the same as the original Douglas cabinet but with a classic turned leg. It's been meticulously designed to be the perfect home f...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling
"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling

$3,900 / item

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

The Douglas Stereo Cabinet has been meticulously designed to be the perfect home for stereo components, records, and any other entertainment device/media. It's an original design ins...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza by Danish Modern LA

$2,950 / item

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered Credenza by Danish Modern LA Designer Danish Modern LA Manufacturer Danish Modern LA

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s
Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

$1,365

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Mid century tv rack side board, with tambour doors, designed and manufactured by Dyrlund of Denmark. Produced in beautifully grained teak this piece is another...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet
Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

$4,320 / item

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Beautiful cabinet designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid beechwood, 2 rectangular leg , 2 folding doors with vertical and orizontal geometric moldings (...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

$2,495

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design
Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

$2,848Sale Price|25% Off

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

By Barovero

Located in None, IT

Tall sideboard with hinged door, five drawers and a compartment with shutter, designed by Barovero, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear due to age. SIZING: Hei...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Hutch Buffet By G Plan Danish Style
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Hutch Buffet By G Plan Danish Style

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Hutch Buffet By G Plan Danish Style

$2,495

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Hutch Buffet By G Plan Danish Style

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning tall credenza by renowned British furniture maker G Plan, this Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Hutch Buffet combines great storage and fantastic style in one eleg...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970
Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970

Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970

$9,500

Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970

By Ron Seff

Located in Chicago, IL

Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970’s. Original Measures 32.5” tall 84” long 21.25” deep

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Teak Media Cabinet by G Plan, Vintage Design, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Teak Media Cabinet by G Plan, Vintage Design, 1960s

Mid Century Modern Teak Media Cabinet by G Plan, Vintage Design, 1960s

$1,895

Mid Century Modern Teak Media Cabinet by G Plan, Vintage Design, 1960s

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful media cabinet made by renowned British furniture maker G Plan, this Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Media Record TV Cabinet Hutch perfectly combines style and functionali...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Ash Cansado Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon circa 1960
Ash Cansado Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon circa 1960

Ash Cansado Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon circa 1960

$17,803

Ash Cansado Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon circa 1960

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Cansado sideboard in ash veneer, with two black and white laminate sliding doors, as well as four wooden drawers, all resting on a base in black lacquered metal. Cansado is a mining...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza
Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

$2,200

Jens Risom Walnut Danish Styled Small Mid Century Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A smaller sized walnut credenza with two drawers to the left side one small one file and a door to the other having an adjustable shelve. Designed by Jens Risom whose slim trademark ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s
Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

$3,280

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

By Lane Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Altavista Furniture. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential Mid Century Modern sleek design, a gorgeou...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard
Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

$15,191

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

Located in Guazzora, IT

Justfurnituress Edition 01 is the inaugural collectible design piece of the brand, produced as a strictly limited edition of 15 signed and numbered examples, entirely handmade in Ita...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza
Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza. Left side has 2 cabinet doors and the right side has a fold down bar or desk with white laminate surface...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

$4,895 / item

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

$6,600Sale Price|25% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

By Gunni Omann, Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Long low Danish modern Teak gunni omann credenza or sideboard. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3 sliding doors. Plenty of storage room inside this 94" long Credenza. H...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Retro Teak Vintage Wall Unit with Floating Shelves & Sideboard Cupboard
Retro Teak Vintage Wall Unit with Floating Shelves & Sideboard Cupboard

Retro Teak Vintage Wall Unit with Floating Shelves & Sideboard Cupboard

$2,407

Retro Teak Vintage Wall Unit with Floating Shelves & Sideboard Cupboard

Located in Markington, GB

A stylish mid-century teak wall unit featuring a sleek partly free-hanging design that perfectly combines practical storage with elegant display space. The unit consists of a large s...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy, 1960s
Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy, 1960s

Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy, 1960s

$3,750

Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy, 1960s

By Mount Airy Furniture Company, Raymond Sabota

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Refined and architectural, this vintage mid-century walnut credenza was designed by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy Furniture Company. Known for their exceptional American craftsmanshi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Wim Wilson for Castelijn "Model D242" Wall Mount Credenza, 1964
Mid-Century Wim Wilson for Castelijn "Model D242" Wall Mount Credenza, 1964

Mid-Century Wim Wilson for Castelijn "Model D242" Wall Mount Credenza, 1964

$3,750

Mid-Century Wim Wilson for Castelijn "Model D242" Wall Mount Credenza, 1964

By Castelijn, Wim Wilson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century, Model D242 floating credenza designed by Wim Wilson for Castelijn, 1964. White laminate, gray aluminum sliding doors and laminate faced wood interior drawers. Cast...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dry Bar Cart Hutch G Plan Cocktail Cabinet
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dry Bar Cart Hutch G Plan Cocktail Cabinet

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dry Bar Cart Hutch G Plan Cocktail Cabinet

$1,995

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dry Bar Cart Hutch G Plan Cocktail Cabinet

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful versatile piece of furniture, this Mid Century Modern Vintage TeakHutch by G Plan offers great storage and can be used as a stylish cocktail cabinet. Crafted by the renow...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Glass, Wood, Teak

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242
Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

$3,750

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

By Wim Wilson, Castelijn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A refined example of Dutch Mid-Century design, this floating credenza, Model D242, was thoughtfully designed by Wim Wilson for Castelijn in 1964. This elegant piece embodies the era'...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum

Unique Mid-Century Modern American Maple 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza by Crawford
Unique Mid-Century Modern American Maple 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza by Crawford

Unique Mid-Century Modern American Maple 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza by Crawford

$1,500Sale Price|50% Off

Unique Mid-Century Modern American Maple 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza by Crawford

By Crawford Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique Mid-Century Modern American solid maple 6 drawer low long dresser by Crawford. All solid maple construction with carved handles and sits on 4 tapered legs. Vintage original co...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Maple

20th Century, Vittorio Valabrega Wooden Sideboard 1930s
20th Century, Vittorio Valabrega Wooden Sideboard 1930s

20th Century, Vittorio Valabrega Wooden Sideboard 1930s

$21,363

20th Century, Vittorio Valabrega Wooden Sideboard 1930s

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Turin, Turin

Vittorio Valabrega (1861-1952) was an Italian artist and designer. The Valabrega Brothers company was opened in Turin in 1884. It became known for the production fine-quality liberty...

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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Crystal, Brass

Shop Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas and Other Credenzas on 1stDibs

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 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, new and vintage credenzas on 1stDibs to find the perfect fit for your home today.

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