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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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
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 console is a tr...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

$3,895

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian 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

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Wood, Walnut

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

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Three Doors, c1960
Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Three Doors, c1960

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Three Doors, c1960

$3,459

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Three Doors, c1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Large Spanish credenza sideboard dresser buffet, made circa 1960 The three doors of this sideboard are carved with motifs for imitation draperies. The materials used—solid oak, wroug...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century American Art Deco Modern Shallow Depth Storage Cabinet in Walnut
Mid-Century American Art Deco Modern Shallow Depth Storage Cabinet in Walnut

Mid-Century American Art Deco Modern Shallow Depth Storage Cabinet in Walnut

$1,900

Mid-Century American Art Deco Modern Shallow Depth Storage Cabinet in Walnut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful well made cabinet from the Mid-Century, 1960s. It can easily be used in any room of the house. It features walnut construction with plenty of storage and a nod to art de...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

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

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Wood, Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza w/ Cane Front Doors
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza w/ Cane Front Doors

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza w/ Cane Front Doors

$3,595

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza w/ Cane Front Doors

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

Cane, Walnut

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

$4,219

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

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

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Credenza

$1,750

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut 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 desig...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century American Modern Triple Dresser or Credenza in Walnut
Mid-Century American Modern Triple Dresser or Credenza in Walnut

Mid-Century American Modern Triple Dresser or Credenza in Walnut

$2,800

Mid-Century American Modern Triple Dresser or Credenza in Walnut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A handsome clean line triple dresser with a classic arched front design. It features beautifully grained walnut with 9 generous drawers. Very clean and ready to use condition.

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza w/ Relief Panels
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza w/ Relief Panels

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza w/ Relief Panels

$2,095

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza w/ Relief Panels

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 design...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome
Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

$19,500

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Southampton, NJ

A stunning and exceptionally rare console bar cabinet in Olive Burlwood and patchwork chromed steel designed by Paul Evans for Directional. This console features an open back with ad...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

$3,600

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

By Nathan Furniture

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console. By Nathan Furniture Ltd. This piece is in excellent condition with very few signs of age-related wear (see...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

$3,850

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Nathan

By Nathan Furniture

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console. By Nathan Furniture. This piece is in excellent condition with very few signs of age-related wear (see pho...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

1980's Mid Century Post Modern Dusty Pink Rose Double Dresser or Credenza
1980's Mid Century Post Modern Dusty Pink Rose Double Dresser or Credenza

1980's Mid Century Post Modern Dusty Pink Rose Double Dresser or Credenza

$2,900

1980's Mid Century Post Modern Dusty Pink Rose Double Dresser or Credenza

By Karl Springer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek ultra mod look after Karl Springer. This 6 drawer dresser features a semi-gloss blush pink colored laminate, with large deep drawers with lots of storage.

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Wood

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

20th Century, Vittorio Valabrega Wooden Sideboard 1930s

$21,697

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

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Austinsuite
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Austinsuite

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Austinsuite

$3,465

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Austinsuite

By Austinsuite

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console. By Austinsuite. This piece is in great shape overall with a minor blemish the left edge of the top surface...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

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

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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

$15,429

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

Brasilia Walnut Credenza by Broyhill
Brasilia Walnut Credenza by Broyhill

Brasilia Walnut Credenza by Broyhill

$3,400

Brasilia Walnut Credenza by Broyhill

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well-crafted Brasilia Mid Century modern walnut credenza with three drawers to one end and to the other two doors with storage and a fixed shelve. The lower leg area has an op...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

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

$1,566

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

Monumental Karl Springer Goatskin Lacquer Credenza / Sideboard
Monumental Karl Springer Goatskin Lacquer Credenza / Sideboard

Monumental Karl Springer Goatskin Lacquer Credenza / Sideboard

$18,950

Monumental Karl Springer Goatskin Lacquer Credenza / Sideboard

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Monumental Karl Springer Goatskin Lacquer Credenza/Sideboard America, circa 1970s–1980s This exceptional monumental credenza is a powerful example of Karl Springer’s mastery of luxu...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass, Metal

HP Hansen Style Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch
HP Hansen Style Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch

HP Hansen Style Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch

$3,895

HP Hansen Style Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

HP Hansen Style Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures: 59 wide x 17.5 deep x 31 inches high The hutch measures: 59 wide x 13.5 deep x 39.75 inches high Th...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Teak

Directional Renzo Rutili Credenza with Mahogany and Inlay by Johnson Bros.
Directional Renzo Rutili Credenza with Mahogany and Inlay by Johnson Bros.

Directional Renzo Rutili Credenza with Mahogany and Inlay by Johnson Bros.

$4,400

Directional Renzo Rutili Credenza with Mahogany and Inlay by Johnson Bros.

By Directional

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A special-order ebony toned mahogany midcentury credenza having lighter book matched grained double tri fold doors. Surrounding each doors edge is a stunning intricate marquetry inla...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by White & Newton
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by White & Newton

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by White & Newton

$3,600

Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by White & Newton

By White & Newton

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / console. "Edenfield" model by White & Newton. This piece is in excellent condition with very few signs of age-r...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Bordum & Nielsen
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Bordum & Nielsen

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Bordum & Nielsen

$4,900

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Bordum & Nielsen

Located in Gardiner, NY

Authentic vintage Danish mid century modern teak credenza / sideboard / media console. By Bordum og Nielsen. Maker's label on back. "Danish Furnituremakers' Control" brand inside....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Castelijn Asymmetric Black and White Sideboard, 1987
Castelijn Asymmetric Black and White Sideboard, 1987

Castelijn Asymmetric Black and White Sideboard, 1987

$3,750

Castelijn Asymmetric Black and White Sideboard, 1987

By Castelijn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An incredible, eye-catching example of Dutch Post-Modernism, this asymmetric sideboard was designed by the Castelijn company in 1987. It is a striking example of the forward-looking ...

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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

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

$6,446

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 similarities to the Brutalist and baroque style Henning Kjærnulf. Even though that the cabi...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Long Danish teak Credenza Tambour doors
Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Long Danish teak Credenza Tambour doors

Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Long Danish teak Credenza Tambour doors

$3,360Sale Price|20% Off

Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Long Danish teak Credenza Tambour doors

By Bernhard Pedersen & Son

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning Bernhard Pedersen & Son mid century long low Danish teak credenza sideboard with 2 tambour sliding doors and 4 center drawers. This unit is designed with 3 dovetail draw...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch, Teak

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

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA
Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

$2,695 / item

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors 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

Rosewood Mid Century Credenza Attributed To Directional Furniture
Rosewood Mid Century Credenza Attributed To Directional Furniture

Rosewood Mid Century Credenza Attributed To Directional Furniture

$2,650 / set

Rosewood Mid Century Credenza Attributed To Directional Furniture

By Directional

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine and well made Mid Century Cabinet with deep Rosewood Veneer, Chrome pulls and support legs attributed to the iconic Mid Century furniture company Directional. With a center fl...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Period Mid-Century Modern French Credenza
Period Mid-Century Modern French Credenza

Period Mid-Century Modern French Credenza

$9,950

Period Mid-Century Modern French Credenza

Located in Austin, TX

Credenza from the period mid-century modern era in France. This piece is made of solid wood construction with a beautiful Brazilian rosewood veneer. There are four dovetailed drawers...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

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

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

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 Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf
Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

$4,200 / item

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This walnut beauty is the perfect way to showcase your records, 84" long x 16" deep x 24" tall. This is an original design, and is handcrafted in Long Beach, CA by Pete Deeble Furnit...

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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

Brass sideboard with 120 Murano glass spheres – Designed by Justfurnituress
Brass sideboard with 120 Murano glass spheres – Designed by Justfurnituress

Brass sideboard with 120 Murano glass spheres – Designed by Justfurnituress

$6,267Sale Price / item|20% Off

Brass sideboard with 120 Murano glass spheres – Designed by Justfurnituress

Located in Guazzora, IT

This sideboard is crafted entirely of brass, featuring a one-of-a-kind front composed of 120 authentic Murano glass spheres, hand-shaped by master glassmakers. Each sphere features s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Italian Sideboard in Ivory Glass and Brass, Handcrafted by Justfurnituress
Italian Sideboard in Ivory Glass and Brass, Handcrafted by Justfurnituress

Italian Sideboard in Ivory Glass and Brass, Handcrafted by Justfurnituress

$5,424 / item

Italian Sideboard in Ivory Glass and Brass, Handcrafted by Justfurnituress

Located in Guazzora, IT

About the Item

Designed and entirely handcrafted in Italy by Justfurnituress, this elegant three-door sideboard is a striking example of contemporar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona
Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

$11,590 / item

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona — Sereno Collection Design by Joel Escalona for NONO When practicality becomes art, the result is the Sereno Colle...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Sculpted Oak Italian Sideboard with Travertine Top
Sculpted Oak Italian Sideboard with Travertine Top

Sculpted Oak Italian Sideboard with Travertine Top

$4,580 / item

Sculpted Oak Italian Sideboard with Travertine Top

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian oak sideboard with travertine top Sculptural and textured, this oak sideboard stands out for its three-dimensional front surface, composed of a sequence of geometric volumes...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Travertine

Florence Knoll Mid Century Teak and Chrome File Credenza
Florence Knoll Mid Century Teak and Chrome File Credenza

Florence Knoll Mid Century Teak and Chrome File Credenza

$7,795

Florence Knoll Mid Century Teak and Chrome File Credenza

By Florence Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Florence Knoll Mid Century Teak and Chrome File Credenza This credenza measures: 74.5 wide x 18 deep x 26 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Gentle Wear on Top Surface and Sides....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

"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

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Walnut

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

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Metal

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard
Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard

$7,473 / item

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Beautiful sideboard designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, a big rectangular leg , 5 folding doors with vertical geometric moldings. In style of M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in Teak wood Italian design
Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in Teak wood Italian design

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in Teak wood Italian design

$3,452Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in Teak wood Italian design

Located in None, IT

Large Teak wood sideboard, with a hinged door a shelf and two sliding doors, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZING: Hei...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Nathan Furniture "Circle" Credenza in Teak #1
Nathan Furniture "Circle" Credenza in Teak #1

Nathan Furniture "Circle" Credenza in Teak #1

$4,890

Nathan Furniture "Circle" Credenza in Teak #1

By Patrick Lee 李紹榮, Nathan & Co. 1

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: England Designer: Patrick Lee Manufacturer: Nathan Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 72″ wide x 18″ deep x 30.5″ tall

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Jentique Danish Style
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Jentique Danish Style

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Jentique Danish Style

$1,995

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Jentique Danish Style

By Jentique

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Mid Century Modern Teak Vintage Danish Style Sideboard Credenza by Jentique is a wonderful example of mid century style, capturing the sleek and sophisticated design aesthetic o...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Hirozi Fukuoh Modular "Archimede" Storage Unit / Credenza For Gavina, 1962s
Hirozi Fukuoh Modular "Archimede" Storage Unit / Credenza For Gavina, 1962s

Hirozi Fukuoh Modular "Archimede" Storage Unit / Credenza For Gavina, 1962s

$2,800

Hirozi Fukuoh Modular "Archimede" Storage Unit / Credenza For Gavina, 1962s

By Gavina

Located in Skokie, IL

Hirozi Fukuoh Modular "Archimede" Storage Unit / Credenza For Gavina, 1962 Additional information: Materials: solid and laminated dark walnut, brass Condition: Very good original vi...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Vintage Custom-Made Walnut Credenza
Vintage Custom-Made Walnut Credenza

Vintage Custom-Made Walnut Credenza

$7,500

Vintage Custom-Made Walnut Credenza

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This custom-built mid-century modern credenza offers a refined balance of clean lines, warm wood tones, and functional storage. Thoughtfully designed and tailor-made, it features a s...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

1940s Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Bronze Chest of Drawers Credenza Sideboard
1940s Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Bronze Chest of Drawers Credenza Sideboard

1940s Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Bronze Chest of Drawers Credenza Sideboard

$3,616

1940s Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Bronze Chest of Drawers Credenza Sideboard

By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Paolo Buffa, Melchiorre Bega, Vittorio Dassi

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian 1940s chest of drawers or sideboard, credenza, buffet with elegant and classic wood worked according its natural graining on the top and the 4 frontal drawers with...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Stunning Mid century Oak Office Credenza Sideboard by Florence knoll
Stunning Mid century Oak Office Credenza Sideboard by Florence knoll

Stunning Mid century Oak Office Credenza Sideboard by Florence knoll

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Stunning Mid century Oak Office Credenza Sideboard by Florence knoll

By Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mid Century Florence knoll Oak credenza. Featuring (6) drawers on the left and (1) cabinet door on the right with 2 adjustable shelves. The credenza sits on chrome square b...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome, Steel

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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