There was something for everyone in Stow & Davis's offerings during its heyday. Known for its period revival designs — as well as its wood-and-steel framework desks and other Streamline Moderne-inspired works of the late 1920s and '30s — the American manufacturer created sleek and innovative modern office furniture during the mid-century years, too.
Before the company was Stow & Davis, it was the Stow and Haight Furniture Company, formed by the partnership of Russell Stow and Thomas Haight in 1880. It produced kitchen and dining extension tables in a workshop in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In 1885, businessman George A. Davis purchased Haight’s interest in the firm, and its name was changed to Stow & Davis.
The company later turned its attention to manufacturing office furniture, producing its first boardroom table in 1889. By the 1890s, Stow & Davis had established itself as a major supplier of furniture for libraries and offices. By 1916, it was supplying banks with furniture such as its sturdy wood Colonial Revival-style conference tables, leather-upholstered executive and swivel chairs and traditional desks in oak and mahogany.
The Great Depression forced the reorganization of Stow & Davis, and, during World War II, the company was commissioned to manufacture wooden desks, chairs and bunk beds for United States Navy vessels.
During the 1950s and ’60s, amid the rise of what we now call mid-century modernism, Stow & Davis endeavored to innovate, collaborating with several notable designers to produce inspired new collections.
While it continued to offer traditional furniture styles influenced by English design, Stow & Davis began to incorporate curved lines, rounded edges and sleek finishes into its offerings during the postwar years. Its mid-century modern furniture included pieces like Bert England’s stainless steel frame office chairs, walnut and bronzed steel conference tables by Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani and sophisticated credenzas by Giacomo Buzzitta, an award-winning alum of the John Widdicomb Company.
In 1985, the Grand Rapids manufacturer Steelcase acquired Stow & Davis.
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SOLD 12/19/25 M.F. Harty for Stow Davis Tomorrow Chrome and Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis, M. F. Harty
Located in Franklin Park, IL
M.F. Harty for Stow Davis Tomorrow Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Credenza This credenza measures: 95.75 wide x 22 deep x 28.25 inches high Good V...
Chrome
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
74" Vintage Stow Davis Credenza with Leather Top
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
Stow Davis A vintage Stow Davis credenza with a leather top and chrome legs. This large storage unit has six small pencil drawers and three filin...
Steel
Florence Knoll Style Credenza with Matching File Cabinet by by Giacomo Buzzitta
By Stow Davis
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful credenza with matching file cabinet designed by Giacomo Buzzittan for Stow Davis. The matching set has Carrara marble tops, black lacquer cabinets with chromed steel bases ...
Marble, Steel
Stow Davis Two Bay Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome credenza by Stow Davis is extremely well built and chock full of pleasing details including flat stock legs that go through the teak case and the slender chrome pulls. ...
Steel
1960s Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis Walnut Three Position Credenza
By Alexis Yermakov, Stow Davis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Modern Walnut Three-Position Credenza, designed by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis in the 1960s. The case of the credenza has a walnut veneer facade, and the trim on the pie...
Aluminum, Steel
C. 1968 Alexis Yermakov Electa Series 42 inch Credenza Cabinet in Walnut
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Walnut Credenza from the 'Electa Series', designed by Interior Designer Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis in 1968. The series featured freestanding pieces with heavy chromed s...
Steel, Chrome
C. 1968 Alexis Yermakov Electa Series 42 inch Cabinet in Walnut with Vinyl Top
By Alexis Yermakov, Stow Davis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Walnut Cabinet from the 'Electa Series', designed by Interior Designer Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis in 1968. The series featured freestanding pieces with heavy chromed st...
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Early Knoll Walnut 2-Door Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Diminutive credenza from the early 1950s. Walnut top is new veneer replacing worn Formica. Leather pulls a signature Florence Knoll design mark. Two sliding doors open to reveal two ...
Steel
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....
Chrome
$7,000 / item
H 26.5 in W 72 in D 17 in
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 ...
Walnut
$8,500
H 34.75 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A masterpiece of mid-century modern design, this exceptional burl wood credenza was created by the legendary Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the 1970s, a collaboration that define...
Chrome
Modern Credenza in Walnut by Laura Trenchard
By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Credenza - 1607 - Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted. The base is constructed by hand from hard wood and not machine. The walnut is then shaped by artisans and fi...
Walnut
$3,795
H 32.13 in W 68 in D 20.13 in
Barbara Barry for Henredon Modern Walnut and Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Henredon, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Barbara Barry for Henredon Philippines, Early 21st Century Walnut, with cream lacquered case, and original brass hardware....
Brass
65 Davis Allen Oak Stainless Credenza
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Davis Allen joined Skidmore, Owing and Merrill (SOM) in 1950 as a junior architectural designer. In the intervening forty years, and since 1965 with the rank of Associate Partner, Senior Interior Designer, Allen collaborated with three generations of SOM partners. 64" GF Davis Allen...
Stainless Steel
$2,099Sale Price|30% Off
H 26.25 in W 72 in D 20 in
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut, s...
Chrome
Stow Davis Dark Walnut Knee Hole Credenza Desk
By Attributed to Stow-Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
6ft Stow Davis Dark Walnut Knee Hole Credenza Desk Midcentury Stow Davis walnut kneehole credenza with 4 drawers. The two bottom drawers were desi...
Chrome
$1,895
H 30.75 in W 49.25 in D 18 in
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...
Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by R-Way Furniture, 1960s
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Raymondville, TX
This vintage mid-century modern credenza by R-Way Furniture features a classic design, beautiful amber tone walnut wood with a lacquered finish, and versatile storage. To the left is...
Metal, Brass
$3,750
H 32 in W 72 in D 18.5 in
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...
Brass, Enamel
Sold
H 26.5 in W 74 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and chrome Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 74-inch vintage mid-century modern credenza is a standout example of collectible American executive furniture, designed in 1968 by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis. Part of the ic...
Chrome
Sold
H 28.5 in W 96 in D 22 in
A rare chrome and walnut executive credenza by M.F. Harty for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis
Located in Houston, TX
An incredibly rare executive credenza designed by M.F. Harty for Stow Davis as part of the 1974 “Tomorrow” collection—produced in extremely limited numbers, with only around 30 made....
Walnut
M.F. Harty 'Tomorrow' Credenza for Stow Davis
By M. F. Harty, Stow Davis
Located in Raleigh, NC
A rare and fine example from Stow Davis. The 'Tomorrow' Collection features organic flowing steel bases in a seating group, credenza, and desk. These pieces are becoming harder to ...
Steel
1960s Walnut Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Alexis Yermakov, Stow Davis
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Stunning walnut color and figure present on this long sideboard designed by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis' "Electa" line. This credenza features a large 78x20 top surface, flanked ...
Aluminum
72" Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Pasadena, TX
Stow Davis Credenza by Alexis Yermakov Features walnut with aluminum trim. One file drawer, four drawers and two shelving cabinets. 79"W x 21"D x 27"H see matching desk available
Walnut
Sold
H 26.5 in W 74 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Chrome Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov
Located in Lafayette, IN
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern credenza by Stow Davis has everything going for it. With its beautifully clean lines by Alexis Yermakov and chrome accents, this credenza is the epi...
Chrome
Sold
H 26.5 in W 75 in D 21 in
Mid Century Walnut Credenza with the Original Vinyl Top and Chrome Detailing
By Stow Davis
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from walnut and chrome polished steel. The cabinet is great for the office or for use at home. The top of the cabinet is found in it's original vinyl. The far left and ri...
Walnut
Mid Century Stow Davis Small Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted Mid Century small credenza in medium dark walnut with satin black leatherette top and great aluminum metal details...
Aluminum
5' Stow Davis Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
Great companion credenza to paired with a Stow Davis desk.
Wood
Stow and Davis Mid-Century Walnut and Brass Sideboard Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Stow and Davis mid-century walnut and brass sideboard credenza This credenza measures: 78 wide x 17 deep x 26.75 inches high All pieces of furnitu...
Brass
Sold
H 28.5 in W 96 in D 22 in
'Tomorrow' Floating Executive Credenza by M.F. Harty for Stow Davis, 1974 Signed
By M. F. Harty, Stow Davis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredibly rare and special executive credenza designed by M. F. Harty and produced by Stow Davis as part of the 'Tomorrow' collection in 1974; a series of designs that were futur...
Chrome
Sold
H 26 in W 76.5 in D 20 in
Beautiful Midcentury Abstract Marble Top Credenza Black Lacquer by Stow Davis
By Stow Davis, Florence Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful and sophisticated Stow Davis low credenza in black lacquer. Featuring two deep lower file cabinet drawers, two top shallow drawers and two cabinet doors with adjustable she...
Marble, Chrome