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Walnut 1950s Credenza

Petite Classic Knoll Credenza in Walnut and Cream Ca' 1950's
Petite Classic Knoll Credenza in Walnut and Cream Ca' 1950's

Petite Classic Knoll Credenza in Walnut and Cream Ca' 1950's

By Florence Knoll

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A Classic Florence Knoll for Knoll petite scale (36"W) credenza. Walnut with nice rich patina

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Distinctive Walnut Burl Wood Front Credenza, 1950s
Distinctive Walnut Burl Wood Front Credenza, 1950s

Distinctive Walnut Burl Wood Front Credenza, 1950s

By George Nakashima

Located in Westport, CT

A petite Mid-Century Modern credenza by Stanley Furniture, featuring walnut burl doors showcasing

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Nathan Furniture
1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Nathan Furniture

1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Nathan Furniture

By Nathan Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Furniture in England during the 1950s. This is a striking, gracefully designed credenza, with beautiful

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Beautility Furniture
1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Beautility Furniture

1950s Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza by Beautility Furniture

By Beautility

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Furniture in England during the 1950s. This is a striking, gracefully designed credenza, with beautiful

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1950s Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Florence Knoll
1950s Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Florence Knoll

1950s Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Florence Knoll

$5,825

H 27.5 in W 71.5 in D 17.5 in

1950s Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Florence Knoll

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century walnut credenza designed by Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll Associates Inc

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Dark Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Dark Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Dark Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

A very handsome credenza or sideboard executed in dark walnut, completely restored, circa 1950-1950

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Eloquence Credenza in Dark Walnut by Kent Coffey, circa 1950s
Eloquence Credenza in Dark Walnut by Kent Coffey, circa 1950s

Eloquence Credenza in Dark Walnut by Kent Coffey, circa 1950s

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Westport, CT

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern credenza by Kent Coffey, circa 1950-1959. Executed in walnut

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Credenza Sideboard in Sculpted Walnut by Greta Grossman 1950s
Mid Century Modern Credenza Sideboard in Sculpted Walnut by Greta Grossman 1950s

Mid Century Modern Credenza Sideboard in Sculpted Walnut by Greta Grossman 1950s

By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman

Located in Troy, MI

Stunning Mid Century modern sideboard in walnut designed by Greta Magnusson - Grossman for Glenn of

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Wall Mounted Credenza by Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi, Italy, 1950's
Wall Mounted Credenza by Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi, Italy, 1950's

Wall Mounted Credenza by Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi, Italy, 1950's

By Paolo Buffa, Serafino Arrighi

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Wall Mounted Credenza by Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi, Italy, 1950's Paolo Buffa wall-mounted

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements 1950s
Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements 1950s

Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements 1950s

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Beautifully crafted credenza in Italian walnut with vertical glass slab supports and glass handles

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Art Glass, Mirror, Walnut, Burl

1950s Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza by Glenn of California
1950s Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza by Glenn of California

1950s Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza by Glenn of California

By Glenn of California

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This stunning 1960s walnut dresser, masterfully crafted by Glenn of California, is a perfect blend

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Credenza or Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Credenza or Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Credenza or Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950s

By Zijlstra, Abraham A. Patijn

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Joure. Striking Dutch design from the 1950s. Solid walnut and original walnut veneer base with original

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Tomlinson Mid-Century Modern Walnut Buffet Server or Bar Cabinet, 1950s
Tomlinson Mid-Century Modern Walnut Buffet Server or Bar Cabinet, 1950s

Tomlinson Mid-Century Modern Walnut Buffet Server or Bar Cabinet, 1950s

By Tomlinson

Located in South Bend, IN

, "Sophisticate" Collection USA, 1950s Walnut, with gorgeous inlaid chevron-patterned doors, and original brass

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a credenza / dresser, originally designed by George Nelson in 1946 as part of the Basic

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Florence Knoll Credenza in Black with Original Leather Pulls Model 541
1950s Florence Knoll Credenza in Black with Original Leather Pulls Model 541

1950s Florence Knoll Credenza in Black with Original Leather Pulls Model 541

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 1950s Sliding Door Credenza in Black and White, Model 541, designed by Florence Knoll for

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Sideboard by Vandenbulcke for De Coene, Belgium, 1950s
Sideboard by Vandenbulcke for De Coene, Belgium, 1950s

Sideboard by Vandenbulcke for De Coene, Belgium, 1950s

$8,640Sale Price|20% Off

H 37.01 in W 86.62 in D 20.28 in

Sideboard by Vandenbulcke for De Coene, Belgium, 1950s

By De Coene Frères, Paul Vandenbulcke

Located in Antwerp, BE

Credenza for De Coene, crafted in 1958 by Belgian designer Paul Van Den Bulcke. This credenza

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s
After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s

After Osvaldo Borsani Midcentury Italian Sideboard Console Table, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Spectacular sideboard console with mirror, in maple and walnut, attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, with

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Glass, Mirror, Walnut

Wall Mount Cabinet  Model 123 W-1, Florence Knoll, Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s
Wall Mount Cabinet  Model 123 W-1, Florence Knoll, Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s

Wall Mount Cabinet Model 123 W-1, Florence Knoll, Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Deland, FL

Knoll Associates in the 1950s, exemplifies sophisticated American design. Featuring adjustable wood and

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Elegant 1950s "Monaco" Sideboard by Gerard Guermonprez for Magnani, Paris
Elegant 1950s "Monaco" Sideboard by Gerard Guermonprez for Magnani, Paris

Elegant 1950s "Monaco" Sideboard by Gerard Guermonprez for Magnani, Paris

By Gerard Guermonprez

Located in Echt, NL

the sideboard is made from a beautiful birch veneer. The interior is covered in a walnut veneer which

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Credenza Italiana in pergamena intarsiata disegnata da Paolo Buffa nel 1950
Credenza Italiana in pergamena intarsiata disegnata da Paolo Buffa nel 1950

Credenza Italiana in pergamena intarsiata disegnata da Paolo Buffa nel 1950

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Magnifica credenza italiana disegnata da Paolo Buffa ed eseguita probabilmente su commissione di alto livello dall'Associazione Artigiani Canturini del mobile, un'organizzazione che ...

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

1950s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Wood White Marble Credenza Sideboard
1950s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Wood White Marble Credenza Sideboard

1950s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Wood White Marble Credenza Sideboard

By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Carimate, Como

Important and elegantly shaped Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern sideboard or credenza, greatly

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sideboards

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Marble, Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" K37 Credenza/Buffet Mid-Century Modern 1950s
John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" K37 Credenza/Buffet Mid-Century Modern 1950s

John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" K37 Credenza/Buffet Mid-Century Modern 1950s

By John Van Koert

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

An elegant Mid-Century Modern Credenza, Buffet crafted in walnut wood veneer, featuring clean

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Metal

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Paul McCobb Credenza, Planner Group Line for Winchendon Furniture, circa 1950s
Paul McCobb Credenza, Planner Group Line for Winchendon Furniture, circa 1950s

Paul McCobb Credenza, Planner Group Line for Winchendon Furniture, circa 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Madison, WI

, circa 1950s. Ideal entertainment center, storage cabinet. Walnut with iconic brass drawer pulls. All

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Cal-Mode Walnut Sideboard 1950s
Cal-Mode Walnut Sideboard 1950s

Cal-Mode Walnut Sideboard 1950s

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H 30 in W 71.5 in D 19 in

Cal-Mode Walnut Sideboard 1950s

By Cal-Mode Furniture Mfg Company

Located in Berkeley, CA

A fantastic walnut sideboard made by the Cal-Mode Company of Visalia California circa 1950s. A well

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Walnut Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s
Walnut Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s

Walnut Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s

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H 64.18 in W 84.26 in D 17.72 in

Walnut Sideboard by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Bielsko Biala, slaskie

Walnut sideboard by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s. Walnut veneer.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Credenzas

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Walnut

Sideboard curved in Louis XVI style with marble top richly inlaid from the 1950s
Sideboard curved in Louis XVI style with marble top richly inlaid from the 1950s

Sideboard curved in Louis XVI style with marble top richly inlaid from the 1950s

Located in Monza, IT

motifs. The plating is in Bois de Rose and striped walnut, while the inlays and marchetteria with inserts

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Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XVI Credenzas

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Walnut, Rosewood

1950's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
1950's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza

1950's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza

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H 28.75 in W 60 in D 18 in

1950's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern credenza / sideboard for sale. Original from the 1950's, and has been

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Fristho Franeker walnut credenza The Netherlands 1950's
Fristho Franeker walnut credenza The Netherlands 1950's

Fristho Franeker walnut credenza The Netherlands 1950's

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Vintage 1950s modernist credenza sideboard made by Fristho Franeker in the Netherlands. This

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Vintage 1950s Credenzas

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Walnut

1950's Florence Knoll Caned Walnut Credenza With Leather Pulls
1950's Florence Knoll Caned Walnut Credenza With Leather Pulls

1950's Florence Knoll Caned Walnut Credenza With Leather Pulls

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Southampton, NJ

Scarcely seen early 1950's Florence Knoll walnut credenza. So many marvelous features include four

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Leather, Cane, Walnut

Phillip Lloyd Powell Walnut and Split Reed Credenza, 1950's
Phillip Lloyd Powell Walnut and Split Reed Credenza, 1950's

Phillip Lloyd Powell Walnut and Split Reed Credenza, 1950's

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Six Foot Solid Walnut and Split Reed Credenza by Phillip Lloyd Powell, Early 1950's

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Reed, Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Culver City, CA

This gorgeous walnut credenza was designed by Helen & Hobey Baker in the 1950's. This piece has all

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Custom Floating Credenza in Walnut Wood, 1950's
Mid-Century Modern Custom Floating Credenza in Walnut Wood, 1950's

Mid-Century Modern Custom Floating Credenza in Walnut Wood, 1950's

Located in Antwerp, BE

Mid-Century Modern custom floating Credenza in walnut wood, 1950s; Mid-Century Modern custom

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Early 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza
Early 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza

Early 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza

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H 31 in W 77.5 in D 18 in

Early 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza

By Florence Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

For your consideration, a early Florence Knoll walnut credenza from the 1950s. Four doors with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Cane

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

Scandinavian Modern Teak & Walnut Credenza, crafted circa 1950-1959. Meticulously restored to its

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

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Teak, Walnut

Walnut Credenza with Inlaid Rosewood, C. 1950s
Walnut Credenza with Inlaid Rosewood, C. 1950s

Walnut Credenza with Inlaid Rosewood, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

Stunning credenza by Stanley, part of their Distinctive Furniture Collection, circa 1950-1950

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

1950s American Walnut Credenza by American of Martinsville
1950s American Walnut Credenza by American of Martinsville

1950s American Walnut Credenza by American of Martinsville

By American of Martinsville

Located in San Diego, CA

Check out the gorgeous wood grain on this walnut credenza by American of Martinsville, circa 1950s

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom 1950s Walnut Tambour Credenza
Jens Risom 1950s Walnut Tambour Credenza

Jens Risom 1950s Walnut Tambour Credenza

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H 31.75 in W 54 in D 21 in

Jens Risom 1950s Walnut Tambour Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A highly functional tambour door and adjustable shelves make this sideboard a dream for storage in the living room, dining room, or office. The tambour door rolls up out of the way, ...

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

1950s Italian Large Scale Credenza in Walnut
1950s Italian Large Scale Credenza in Walnut

1950s Italian Large Scale Credenza in Walnut

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H 38.5 in W 20 in D 120 in

1950s Italian Large Scale Credenza in Walnut

Located in Aspen, CO

1950s Italian large-scale credenza in walnut with black opaline tableau and mirrored doors.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Small 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza Cabinet
Small 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza Cabinet

Small 1950s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza Cabinet

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Florence Knoll walnut credenza is the smaller sibling to our two full-length Knoll credenzas

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Walnut Credenza by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1950s
Walnut Credenza by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1950s

Walnut Credenza by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1950s

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Westport, CT

Credenza or dresser designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1950s. Executed in walnut

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1950s American Steel and Walnut Credenza by General Fireproofing
1950s American Steel and Walnut Credenza by General Fireproofing

1950s American Steel and Walnut Credenza by General Fireproofing

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An original brilliant blue four door steel credenza with walnut veneered top, square chrome legs

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Bespoke 1950s Long Narrow Walnut Credenza by Robert Law Weed
Bespoke 1950s Long Narrow Walnut Credenza by Robert Law Weed

Bespoke 1950s Long Narrow Walnut Credenza by Robert Law Weed

By Robert Law Weed

Located in Miami, FL

1950s walnut credenza with drawers, glass doors and bottom cabinet. Exhibiting a wonderful scale of

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Monumental Credenza, 1950s
Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Monumental Credenza, 1950s

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Monumental Credenza, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, H Sacks & Sons

Located in South Bend, IN

By Paul McCobb for H. Sacks & Sons USA, 1950s Walnut, with brass legs and original brass

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1950s Danish Modern Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
1950s Danish Modern Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom

1950s Danish Modern Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Cedar Falls, IA

1950s Danish Modern credenza in walnut by Jens Risom. Excellent condition for its age. Nice

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum, Brass

Rare 1950s Robert John for Knoll Walnut and Iron Credenza
Rare 1950s Robert John for Knoll Walnut and Iron Credenza

Rare 1950s Robert John for Knoll Walnut and Iron Credenza

By Robert John, Knoll

Located in Culver City, CA

An absolutely stunning early 1950s credenza that was designed by Robert John for Knoll. The

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

1950s Italian Brown Walnut Credenza with Brass Detailing and Black Glass
1950s Italian Brown Walnut Credenza with Brass Detailing and Black Glass

1950s Italian Brown Walnut Credenza with Brass Detailing and Black Glass

Located in Aspen, CO

1950s Italian brown walnut credenza with detailed carved wood, brass handles and base, and black

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Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1950s Mid-Century Silver Spring Walnut Cottage Credenza
1950s Mid-Century Silver Spring Walnut Cottage Credenza

1950s Mid-Century Silver Spring Walnut Cottage Credenza

By Jens Risom, Paul McCobb

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Maker unknown, good quality, good vintage condition. One adjustable interior walnut Shelf

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Vintage 1950s American Credenzas

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Cane, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Credenza in Dark Walnut, 1950s ‘Signed’
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Credenza in Dark Walnut, 1950s ‘Signed’

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Credenza in Dark Walnut, 1950s ‘Signed’

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Elegant credenza model no. 4005 in dark walnut with 3 doors by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Sideboard Kipp Stewart for Directional, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Sideboard Kipp Stewart for Directional, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Sideboard Kipp Stewart for Directional, 1950s

By Directional, Kipp Stewart

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a gorgeous, walnut credenza, with four drawers and two storage spaces, by

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Sliding Door Credenza or Record Cabinet, 1950s
Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Sliding Door Credenza or Record Cabinet, 1950s

Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Sliding Door Credenza or Record Cabinet, 1950s

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

Mid-Century Modern walnut sliding door credenza or record cabinet Designed by Paul McCobb for

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian Cherrywood and Walnut Credenzas, 1950s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian Cherrywood and Walnut Credenzas, 1950s

Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian Cherrywood and Walnut Credenzas, 1950s

Located in Manzano, IT

cherrywood and walnut credenzas from the 1950s. These credenzas exemplify the sophistication and

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Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Credenza, USA, 1950s
Tommi Parzinger Credenza, USA, 1950s

Tommi Parzinger Credenza, USA, 1950s

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H 31 in W 94 in D 20 in

Tommi Parzinger Credenza, USA, 1950s

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Norwalk, CT

One of Parzinger's more exceptional designs in excellent condition. Top has been re-lacquered to mirror shine, overall high gloss finish. Beautiful dark, dark coffee color with hints...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Modernist Italian Credenza, circa 1950s
Modernist Italian Credenza, circa 1950s

Modernist Italian Credenza, circa 1950s

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H 39 in W 72 in D 20 in

Modernist Italian Credenza, circa 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Westport, CT

A handsome example of Italian design. This newly refinished dresser features boomerang shaped wooden handles and brass pulls, resting on newly polished flared brass legs. Newly r...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Walnut Credenza, Furnette Industries, USA, 1950s
Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Walnut Credenza, Furnette Industries, USA, 1950s

Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner Walnut Credenza, Furnette Industries, USA, 1950s

By Mark J. Furst & Robert Fellner

Located in Miami, FL

the late 1950s. Having been professionally refinished, the figured walnut's striking grain patterns

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Great 50's Long Walnut Credenza, Tambour Doors
Great 50's Long Walnut Credenza, Tambour Doors

Great 50's Long Walnut Credenza, Tambour Doors

Located in Miami, FL

...SOLD AUGUST 2012... Long, lean and elegant, this 1950's figured walnut credenza sideboard would

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Vintage 1950s American Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan Credenza with Tambour Doors, 1950s
Vladimir Kagan Credenza with Tambour Doors, 1950s

Vladimir Kagan Credenza with Tambour Doors, 1950s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Credenza in walnut with signature splayed legs, tambour doors and black laminate top by Vladimir

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Early Florence Knoll Credenza from the 1950s
Early Florence Knoll Credenza from the 1950s

Early Florence Knoll Credenza from the 1950s

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H 3.75 in W 77.5 in D 18 in

Early Florence Knoll Credenza from the 1950s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

For your consideration, a early Florence Knoll walnut credenza from the 1950s. Four doors with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Cane

George Nelson Walnut Cabinet, 1950s
George Nelson Walnut Cabinet, 1950s

George Nelson Walnut Cabinet, 1950s

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H 30 in W 56 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Walnut Cabinet, 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

George Nelson design cabinet or small credenza, made from black walnut for Herman Miller. Perfect

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Vintage 1950s American Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

American Mid century Walnut & Cane Credenza with Reversible Front Door
American Mid century Walnut & Cane Credenza with Reversible Front Door

American Mid century Walnut & Cane Credenza with Reversible Front Door

By Lane Acclaim

Located in San Diego, CA

American Mid Century walnut credenza circa 1950's , with reversible front dorr cane & solid walnut

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cane, Walnut

1950s George Nelson Vintage Walnut Credenza for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern
1950s George Nelson Vintage Walnut Credenza for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern

1950s George Nelson Vintage Walnut Credenza for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern

By George Nelson

Located in Monrovia, CA

/ Sideboard / Cabinet. In Such As A 1950s Herman Miller Walnut Executive Office Credenza, We Have Taken

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements, 1950s
Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements, 1950s

Stunning Italian Credenza with Fontana Arte Glass Elements, 1950s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Beautifully crafted credenza in Italian walnut with vertical glass slab supports and glass handles

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

American Mid-Century Modern Small Walnut Credenza on Iron Base
American Mid-Century Modern Small Walnut Credenza on Iron Base

American Mid-Century Modern Small Walnut Credenza on Iron Base

By Lane Acclaim

Located in San Diego, CA

Simple well design small Mid-Century Modern walnut credenza, circa 1950s with solid iron black

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection, 1950s
George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection, 1950s

George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

.George Nelson designed this walnut cabinet, dresser or credenza for Herman Miller as part of their

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

1950s George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection
1950s George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection

1950s George Nelson Dresser Credenza for the Herman Miller Collection

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

..George Nelson designed this walnut cabinet, dresser or credenza for Herman Miller as part of

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved Two-Piece Corner Credenza, 1950s
Outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved Two-Piece Corner Credenza, 1950s

Outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Curved Two-Piece Corner Credenza, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The credenza features gorgeous walnut wood grain and sleek midcentury design

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Credenza, 1950s, Four Drawer
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Credenza, 1950s, Four Drawer

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Credenza, 1950s, Four Drawer

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a wonderful, walnut credenza, with four drawers and two shelves, by

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Robinson 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza Saarinen Era, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Robinson 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza Saarinen Era, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Robinson 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza Saarinen Era, 1950s

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent dresser or credenza, walnut wood with black lacquered top

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1950s Mid-Century American Modern Six-Panel Door Low Credenza by Broyhill
1950s Mid-Century American Modern Six-Panel Door Low Credenza by Broyhill

1950s Mid-Century American Modern Six-Panel Door Low Credenza by Broyhill

By Broyhill

Located in San Diego, CA

Simple elegant six-panel doors low credenza by Broyhill, with lots of storage and two drawers

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

George Nelson BCS Open Shelf Cabinet in Walnut for Herman Miller - 1950s
George Nelson BCS Open Shelf Cabinet in Walnut for Herman Miller - 1950s

George Nelson BCS Open Shelf Cabinet in Walnut for Herman Miller - 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Cabinet Series). Crafted in beautiful walnut with adjustable shelving and a single hinged door

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1950s Florence Knoll Cabinet in Walnut with Maple Interior Model No. 541
1950s Florence Knoll Cabinet in Walnut with Maple Interior Model No. 541

1950s Florence Knoll Cabinet in Walnut with Maple Interior Model No. 541

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Early Florence Knoll model 541 credenza with walnut cabinetry and maple interior. All original

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Maple, Walnut

Midcentury modern walnut credenza C.1950’s
Midcentury modern walnut credenza C.1950’s

Midcentury modern walnut credenza C.1950’s

By American of Martinsville

Located in Montréal, CA

This American of Martinsville dresser is a standout example of mid-century American craftsmanship, renowned for its quality, durability, and timeless design. Founded in 1906 in Virgi...

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Furniture by Paolo Buffa for Arrighi Stefano Mahogany Veneer Vintage, 1950s
Furniture by Paolo Buffa for Arrighi Stefano Mahogany Veneer Vintage, 1950s

Furniture by Paolo Buffa for Arrighi Stefano Mahogany Veneer Vintage, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Milano, IT

other side. Mahogany veneer, walnut veneer interiors, brass legs ferrules. Manufactured in Cantù, Italy

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Vintage Paolo Buffa Style Sideboard from the 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Vintage Paolo Buffa Style Sideboard from the 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Vintage Paolo Buffa Style Sideboard from the 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Italian vintage Paolo Buffa style sideboard from the 1950s. A mid-century high credenza or higboard

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1950s Florence Knoll Black Lacquer Cabinet with Maple Interior Model No. 541
1950s Florence Knoll Black Lacquer Cabinet with Maple Interior Model No. 541

1950s Florence Knoll Black Lacquer Cabinet with Maple Interior Model No. 541

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Early Florence Knoll model 541 credenza with black case, antique white doors and maple interior

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel

Walnut Credenza by Drexel, circa 1950s
Walnut Credenza by Drexel, circa 1950s

Walnut Credenza by Drexel, circa 1950s

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H 32 in W 72 in D 20 in

Walnut Credenza by Drexel, circa 1950s

By Drexel

Located in Westport, CT

A dresser executed in walnut by Drexel Furniture, circa 1950-1959. An all-around very handsome

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

1950s Italian constructivism Walnut studio sideboard or credenza
1950s Italian constructivism Walnut studio sideboard or credenza

1950s Italian constructivism Walnut studio sideboard or credenza

Located in Berlin, DE

1950s Italian constructivism Walnut studio sideboard or credenza in very good condition.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Walnut

Drexel Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Long Dresser or Credenza, 1950s
Drexel Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Long Dresser or Credenza, 1950s

Drexel Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Long Dresser or Credenza, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

Furniture "Compass Collection" USA, 1950s Walnut and brass hardware and accents Measures: 66" W x

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

1950s Italian Walnut Sideboard Credenza Ico Parisi with Marble Effect
1950s Italian Walnut Sideboard Credenza Ico Parisi with Marble Effect

1950s Italian Walnut Sideboard Credenza Ico Parisi with Marble Effect

By Ico Parisi

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning 1950s Italian walnut sideboard / credenza by Italian designer Ico Parisi with a

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Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tv Cabinet / Credenza
1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tv Cabinet / Credenza

1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tv Cabinet / Credenza

By Kipp Stewart

Located in Burbank, CA

incredible original condition. It's a tambour door credenza / cabinet that opens up to a TV. It turns on and

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Walnut

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Walnut 1950s Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal walnut 1950s credenza for your home. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every walnut 1950s credenza was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a walnut 1950s credenza — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A walnut 1950s credenza is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one walnut 1950s credenza that is appealing in its simplicity, but Florence Knoll, Glenn of California and Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Walnut 1950s Credenza?

Prices for a walnut 1950s credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $10 and can go as high as $48,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,057.

Finding the Right Credenzas for You

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