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Beautiful Brazilian rosewood long low credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Brazilian rosewood long low credenza with 4 drawers and middle sliding doors. Amazing
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Countryside, IL
Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Danish Rosewood Low Credenza Bookcase This credenza bookcase measures
Category

1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Asian Medallion Burl Wood Low Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of refined exoticism to your space with this vintage Asian-inspired burl wood low
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Vintage Asian Medallion Burl Wood Low Credenza
Vintage Asian Medallion Burl Wood Low Credenza
$2,750
H 22.5 in W 59.5 in D 19.5 in
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Black Lacquer Low Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful mid-century low credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group. 1 adjustable shelve
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Maple

Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak
By Erik Wortz, IKEA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Erik Wortz - 1916 – 1997 Erik Wørts was a Danish cabinet maker who moved to Sweden in the mid-1940s, where he played an essential part in the development of flat package furniture....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Oak

Vintage Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak
Erik Wortz "Uvlo" Low Credenza in Oak
$4,620
H 28.5 in W 72 in D 17.75 in
John Widdicomb Mediterranean Treasure Chest Low Credenza, 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Mediterranean style low dresser or credenza By John Widdicomb USA, 1960s
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut, Paint

1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet
By John Keal
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-century four-door very low cabinet designed by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. Gorgeous walnut
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet
1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet
$2,280 Sale Price
40% Off
H 18.25 in W 54 in D 16 in
ib Kofod-Larsen Large Teak Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ib Kofod-Larsen large teak credenza, Denmark. Long low credenza perfect as a media cabinet or for
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

Vintage ib Kofod-Larsen Large Teak Credenza
ib Kofod-Larsen Large Teak Credenza
$6,800
H 27.5 in W 94 in D 18 in
Vintage Modern Sliding Door Storage Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish low credenza makes a perfect media storage console, with sliding cabinet storage and
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Modern Sliding Door Storage Credenza
Vintage Modern Sliding Door Storage Credenza
$2,600
H 25.25 in W 72 in D 20 in
Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza
Located in Oakland, CA
Handcrafted from beautifully grained old-growth teak, this mid-century Danish low credenza features
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

Harvey Probber Bleached Ribbon Mahogany Long Cabinet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Harvey Probber long, low credenza or sideboard with four ascending height drawers and pair of
Category

1950s American Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber Bleached Ribbon Mahogany Long Cabinet
Harvey Probber Bleached Ribbon Mahogany Long Cabinet
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
H 25.75 in W 70.5 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb Drop Down Desk and Credenza for Winchendon
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
superb minimalist secretary desk with organizer sits on top of a low credenza with sliding grasscloth
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Maple

Rare Ib Kofod Larsen Set Credenza / Dresser & Night Stands Bed Side Tables
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
wear. Low Credenza/Dresser Dimensions: W 80.88'' x 20'' x H 31.50'' Gentleman’s Cabinet
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Stunning Hobey Helen Baker Floating Asian Style Credenza Hutch Mid-Century
By Hobey Helen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Helen Hobey Baker long low credenza Dresser with an Asian infusion. This sleek low walnut
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Metal

Stunning Hobey Helen Baker Floating Asian Style Credenza Hutch Mid-Century
Stunning Hobey Helen Baker Floating Asian Style Credenza Hutch Mid-Century
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 25.5 in W 78.25 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Paul McCobb for Planner Group #1513
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Time capsule condition low credenza/hutch by Paul McCobb for The Planner Group. Model #1513. Mostly
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Paul McCobb for Planner Group #1513
Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Paul McCobb for Planner Group #1513
$3,200 Sale Price
28% Off
H 48.5 in W 60 in D 18 in
Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
grain finish and striking brass recessed campaign-style hardware, this long and low credenza offers
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Late 20th Century American Campaign Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign Credenza
Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign Credenza
$3,450
H 31 in W 78 in D 19 in
Pair of Mid-century Scandinavian Rosewood Credenza Cabinets, Perfectly Restored
Located in Oakland, CA
rosewood pulls, while the low credenza has two sliding doors that open to a mahogany-finished interior with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 19.75″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood
Gorgeous Low Tambour Credenza in Rosewood
$7,074
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 19.75 in
1960s Uniflex Low Teak Mid Century Credenza
By Uniflex
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Uniflex Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 60″ wide x 18″ deep x 28″ tall
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

1960s Uniflex Low Teak Mid Century Credenza
1960s Uniflex Low Teak Mid Century Credenza
$3,300
H 28 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Low Danish Sideboard Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your living space with this stunning Danish credenza from Mid Century Traders. Expertly
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Glass sliding doors on a walnut display cabinet with adjustable shelves. Chrome legs with original Domes of silence glides. The Herman Miller badge is missing, please see pictur...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
$3,850 Sale Price
30% Off
H 25.75 in W 74.13 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Low Wooden Credenza, with four Drawers
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian low wooden credenza, with four drawers.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood

Mid century danish modern low wide Teak Dresser credenza 4-Drawer
By Kibaek Mobelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century low wide Kibaek Mobelfabrik teak tabour door credenza or dresser. This credenza has 1
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2 door
By Arne Vodder, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century low short Rosewood cabinet credenza 2-door with beautiful carved finger pull
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Birch, Rosewood, Teak

Kurt Østervig Model 119 Low Danish Modern Credenza in Rosewood
By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kurt Østervig Manufacturer: KP Mobler. Era: 1960s. Materials: Rosewood. Measurements: 83 wide x 21.5 deep x 31.5 tall. Condition: In excellent origi...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Two-Tone White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Low Long Credenza Dresser Cabinet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Midcentury Danish modern two-tone 5 Drawers 4 doors credenza cabinet. Interesting architectural
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut

Low 4 Door 2 Drawers Mid-Century Modern Credenza Light Walnut Finish Mint!
By Tomlinson, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Low 4 door 2 drawers Mid-Century Modern credenza light walnut finish mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Revival Rustic Style Credenza or Low Bench Style Artes De Mexico Internl
By Artes De Mexico Internacionales, SA
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Spanish Revival Rustic style credenza or low bench cabinet in the style of Artes
Category

1970s Unknown Spanish Colonial Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Metal

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Low 4 Drawers Sliding Doors Compartment Credenza
By Maurice Villency
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern take long condenser dresser. with two sliding doors compartment adjustable shelves and four drawers. Made in Denmark for Maurice Villency.
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

Mid-century modern wooden bookcase cabinet modular by Jan De Vries, Italy, 1970s
By Maisa
Located in Nicolosi, IT
× 50 cm D × 80 cm H) One low credenza/cassettiera (76 cm W × 40 cm D × 40 cm H) One small wall
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Danish Modern Style Credenza
Located in Denton, TX
Made by G Plan in England low four door teak credenza with one shelf on each side.
Category

20th Century English Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Mahogany, Teak

Danish Modern Style Credenza
Danish Modern Style Credenza
$2,750
H 21.25 in W 64 in D 18.25 in
Mid Century Burl Credenza Brass Hardware
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful long and low Burl credenza in the styling of Michael Taylor for Baker's Far East
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Burl Credenza Brass Hardware
Mid Century Burl Credenza Brass Hardware
$3,580
H 20 in W 67.75 in D 16.25 in
De Stijl Style Low Console
Located in Charleston, SC
Postmodern De Stijl style low console. This would look great mounted as a floating console, on the
Category

1980s American De Stijl Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood, Paint

De Stijl Style Low Console
De Stijl Style Low Console
$709 Sale Price
24% Off
H 19.5 in W 48 in D 16.5 in
Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood

Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet
Reclaimed Elm Six Door Low Cabinet
$3,990
H 23.75 in W 84.5 in D 17.5 in
John Van Koert Drexel Profile K4 Low Dresser with Matching Mirror
By Henredon, Karl Johan, Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Chattanooga, TN
K4 low dresser designed by John Van Koert for Drexel’s “Profile” collection. This dresser is a
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Chrome

Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 6 door Credenza C. 1980
By Milo Baughman, Ello Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 6 door Credenza or sideboard C. 1980s. Long low
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Chrome

Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 5 door Credenza C. 1980s
By Milo Baughman, Ello Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ello Post Modern Mid century layered Glass Mirror 5 door Credenza or sideboard C. 1980s. Long low
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century low dresser credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1504 with 4
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Aluminum

Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Dark walnut low cabinet with grass cloth inlaid doors in the manner of Harvey Probber. Double doors
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Chrome

Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber
Dark Walnut and Grass Cloth Low Cabinet after Harvey Probber
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
H 21 in W 70 in D 19 in
Danish Modern Low sideboard in Light Oak, 1987 Style of Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Danish Oak Sideboard – January 1987 Beautiful and rare Danish sideboard in solid oak, produced in January 1987 — original sticker still intact. Price at the time: 9,885 DKK (~$1,310...
Category

1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Oak

Broyhill Sculptra Dresser or Low Chest Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful Broyhill Sculptra dresser is made of walnut with the signature sculpture pattern on the drawers with inset elliptical handles. This piece has tapered legs with a bowed...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut

Broyhill Sculptra Dresser or Low Chest Credenza
Broyhill Sculptra Dresser or Low Chest Credenza
$1,100 Sale Price
31% Off
H 31.5 in W 60 in D 17 in
Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Rare Paul McCobb 4 drawer dresser/credenza is made of solid maple wood with original aluminum
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Maple

Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard, credenza style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A Danish Mid-Century Modern low sideboard in Nordic oak, designed and crafted in Denmark. Often
Category

1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bench Cabinet Credenza Attributed Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, IKEA
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 2 drawer low bench, dresser, cabinet, or credenza
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Long Low 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza Drylund
By Drylund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very clean mid-century Danish modern long and low teak 6 drawer credenza or dresser. All drawers
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Birch, Teak

Black Ebonized Low Petite Small Credenza Stand with Solid Brass Hardware Pulls
By Baker Furniture Company, James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern black ebonized credenza cabinet with solid "gold" finish brass hard ware pulls
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

1960's Mid Century Modern Low Sideboard/ Buffet/ Credenza in Orange Brown Tone
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful 1960's Mid Century Modern Low Sideboard/ Buffet/ Credenza/ Dry Bar. This buffet is in an
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood

Restored Mid Century Modern Kent Coffey Tableau Dresser Credenza
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Restored Mid Century Modern Kent Coffey Tableau Dresser Credenza This is a mid century modern low
Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Walnut

Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer long low dresser Nils Jonsson
By Nils Jonsson, HJN Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer long low dresser or credenza by Nils Jonsson. Danish Mid-Century
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Birch, Teak

Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer long low dresser Nils Jonsson
Mid century Danish modern 6 drawer long low dresser Nils Jonsson
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29 in W 73 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Norwegian Modern Teak 8 Drawer Dresser Credenza by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Norwegian modern low teak 8-drawer dresser credenza by Westnofa. Great design
Category

1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Low Dresser Blonde Maple
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville 6 drawer low dresser or credenza. A Merton Gershun for
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen, IKEA
Located in Topeka, KS
, sideboard, media cabinet, credenza, or a low bench… You simply NEED to call it YOURS!!! Cabinet Size
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Rosewood

Ello Gunmetal Stainless & Smoked Mirror Tall Boy Dresser
By Ello Furniture, O.B. Solie
Located in Hanover, MA
stainless clad slab sides. Please see our separate Ello listing for the matching long low boy credenza
Category

1970s American Space Age Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Stainless Steel

Japanese Ceramic Swirl Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
below, which makes the bowl interesting from every angle, on a low table, credenza or atop a tall
Category

20th Century Japanese Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Clay

Japanese Ceramic Swirl Bowl
Japanese Ceramic Swirl Bowl
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.25 in Dm 15.75 in
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood and Brass Commode Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian 1960s low sideboard, credenza or chest of drawers in elegant and classic wood in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Brass

Ico Parisi Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very elegant low credenza by Ico Parisi. Solid Walnut. Two drawers in the middle and double
Category

1950s Vintage Low Credenza

Ico Parisi Credenza
Ico Parisi Credenza
$3,500
H 25.5 in W 78 in D 20 in
Danish Credenza by Poul Hundavad from Hundevad & Co
By Hundevad & Co.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Low credenza Dimensions 138 × 42.5 × 73.5 cm A beautiful and practical credenza sideboard
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Materials

Wood

Danish Credenza by Poul Hundavad from Hundevad & Co
Danish Credenza by Poul Hundavad from Hundevad & Co
$5,391
H 28.94 in W 54.34 in D 16.74 in
Small Wenge Cabinet by Martin Visser for Spectrum
By Martin Visser
Located in New York, NY
Small, low credenza designed by Martin Visser for Spectrum. Wenge with recessed wenge pulls, the
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Low Credenza

Small Wenge Cabinet by Martin Visser for Spectrum
Small Wenge Cabinet by Martin Visser for Spectrum
$3,250
H 26.5 in W 54 in D 16.5 in
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Vintage Low Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage low credenza you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and walnut, every vintage low credenza was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage low credenza — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage low credenza is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage low credenza that is appealing in its simplicity, but Century Furniture, Dillingham Manufacturing Company and Merton Gershun produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Low Credenza?

Prices for a vintage low credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $717 and can go as high as $6,224, while the average can fetch as much as $3,298.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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