Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the petite credenza you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each petite credenza for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
wood,
walnut and
metal. Find 53 options for an antique or vintage petite credenza now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a petite credenza — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A petite credenza, designed in the
Mid-Century Modern,
Scandinavian Modern or
Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one petite credenza that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Lane Furniture,
Brown Saltman and
Florence Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for a petite credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $725 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,600.
Mid-century modern credenzas descend from the Renaissance-era sideboard, once used to serve and store food and dishware. The clean-lined, low-profile version prized today emerged from Italian and Scandinavian design in the mid-20th century, defined by tapered legs and warm walnut or teak veneers.
Styles to Know
Mid-century modern credenzas are one of the most searched storage silhouettes on 1stDibs. Sliding-door and open-shelf configurations serve different needs: books and displayed objects suit open shelving, while electronics and linens are better behind doors. A matching mid-century modern dresser extends the look to the bedroom, or an apothecary cabinet offers more drawer storage in a smaller footprint.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Credenza
Hardware and veneer condition vary considerably from piece to piece, so listing photographs deserve a close look; our guide to case pieces covers what else to look for in construction. Every credenza comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition on record, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.