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White Lacquer Media Cabinet

White Lacquer, Walnut and Brass Mid-Century Cabinet
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Miami, FL
A solid walnut off-white lacquered Mid-Century Modern small credenza or oversized night stand made
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

GAULTIER MEDIA CREDENZA - Modern Geometric Cabinet in White Lacquer
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
GAULTIER MEDIA CREDENZA - Modern Geometric Cabinet in White Lacquer The Gaultier Media Credenza is
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2010s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Katai Low Media Cabinet
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
The low profile of this media cabinet allows the exquisite craftsmanship and precious details that
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2010s Italian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Gold Leaf

Katai Low Media Cabinet
Katai Low Media Cabinet
H 19.69 in W 110.24 in D 17.72 in
Rocky Tv Cabinet, Media Unit, Credenza in White by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
elementary piece of design for bold personalities. TV Cabinet from the Rocky Collection designed by Joel
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2010s Mexican Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Newport Coastal Media Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
The sideboard cabinet seen in our White Dove lacquer finish is designed to be a statement piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Sideboards

Materials

Leather, Wood

Newport Coastal Media Cabinet
Newport Coastal Media Cabinet
H 36.25 in W 112 in D 19 in
Newport Coastal Media Cabinet - 74"
Located in Westwood, NJ
In our White Dove lacquer finish is designed to be a statement piece. With four faux shagreen
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Leather

Newport Coastal Media Cabinet - 74"
Newport Coastal Media Cabinet - 74"
H 36.25 in W 74.75 in D 19 in
Abington Credenza, Rectangular Storage Cabinet in Wood, Lacquer and Metal
By Gary Lee
Located in Chicago, IL
living room for media or as a server in the dining room. Shown in Umber walnut, White Bronze lacquer and
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2010s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Custom Modern Stone Top Sideboard Media Cabinet by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
and designer white lacquer. Cabinet has center doors for storage and side drawers for convenience.
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2010s Canadian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Stone, Metal

White Graffiti Credenza by Morgan Clayhall, mix media artwork on doors
By Morgan Clayhall
Located in Toronto, CA
Our White Graffiti Cabinet is designed, and hand finished in our Toronto studio, Morgan Clayhall
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Hardwood, Lacquer, Paint

Katai Golden Media Sideboard with Black Guinea Marble Top
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
shiny black polyurethane lacquer, elegantly contrasting with the bright golden finish of the rest of the
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2010s Italian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble

Pair of Asian Influenced Cabinets in Your Choice of Color
By James Mont
Located in Atlanta, GA
color. Would look great in a Chinese red lacquer, black or white lacquer, your choice! Each cabinet has
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Credenza for Widdicomb in Blue Lacquer with Nickel Pulls
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
as a Media Cabinet in an upscale family room. The low profile allows plenty of room to mount art or a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

Modern Iron Credenza
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
hand welded steel and powder coated in matte black. A white lacquered shelf sits on the two storage
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2010s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Modern Iron Credenza
Modern Iron Credenza
H 29.25 in W 66.5 in D 17 in
Modern Walnut Credenza
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
matte finish. The frame is hand welded steel and powder coated in the color of your choice. A white
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Modern Walnut Credenza
Modern Walnut Credenza
H 29.25 in W 66.5 in D 17 in

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Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Black Brass
By Gio Ponti, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Gio Ponti F.A. 33 medium mirror in black brass. The F.A. 33 Mirror was originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1933 for Fontana Arte, the period’s most prominent lamp, glass, and mirror ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Black Brass
Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Black Brass
H 31.49 in W 21.25 in D 0.98 in
Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Mustard Yellow Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious mustard yellow velvet fabric. Supported by walnut base. Standard dimensions: 293 cm x 157 cm x 84 cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

Solid Wood Side Table
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Wooden side table in solid wood with an oiled finish. Designed by Project 213A in 2020 This sculptural side table is hand carved by local artisans in Portugal using solid chestnut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

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Solid Wood Side Table
Solid Wood Side Table
H 17.13 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Lake Credenza in White Oak, with Interior Drawers, by August Abode
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Our artisan-made Lake Credenza is an extra-wide storage piece with a lower overall height, making it ideally suited for use as a credenza or media cabinet. Designs are inspired by ic...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas

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Wood, Walnut, Oak

Solid Black Oak Round Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid wood coffee table is handcrafted out of oak solid wood that retains its natural character.
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2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Tarnished Bronze Handmade Swedish Sculptural Pendant at 39”/ 95cm diameter
By Ovature Studios
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylized form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Measures: 35”/ 90cm diameter"ø. Eac...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze

1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

Large Counterbalance Ceiling Fixture, White Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted and made to order, the Counterbalance commands attention with its fluid architectural silhouette, built from a thoughtfully curated palette of on-trend colors and metal f...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Aluminum, Nickel

"Solana" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

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Enamel, Brass

"Solana" Wall Sconces
"Solana" Wall Sconces
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
Yki Nummi Large 'Lokki' Pendant for Innolux Oy
By Innolux Finland, Yki Nummi
Located in Glendale, CA
Yki Nummi large 'Lokki' pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland. Designed in 1960, Nummi's innovative 'Lokki' is one of the best-known Finnish design classics. The name Lokki comes from ...
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Metal

Trapezi Five Lights Aged Brass Contemporary Pendant / Chandelier, Blown Glass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist. Hand-blown glass in a variety of forms is combined with brass bars and hung by Linen Cords ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pen...

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Brass

Art Deco Bar Cabinet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Deco bar cabinet in very good original condition. Small signs of usage.
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Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Buffets

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Macassar, Walnut

Art Deco Bar Cabinet
Art Deco Bar Cabinet
H 59.06 in W 47.25 in D 20.87 in
Murano Glass Paneled Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass paneled sconces; each crafted with three curved panels of hand-blown smoked glass on a brass frame. We love the modern style and hand-crafted quality of these sc...
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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Murano Glass Paneled Sconces
Murano Glass Paneled Sconces
H 25 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Cocktail Table Modern Hand-Shaped Round Handmade Blackened and Waxed Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
Table No. 8 - Stool or side table J.M. Szymanski d. 2021 A perfectly simple stool or side table. Solid 3/4” steel components are combined to make a dynamic form. Finished in black w...
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2010s American Modern Side Tables

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Steel, Iron

Modern Alma Console Table, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Alma Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Alma modern console table represents the essence of the soul through its authentic and uni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Console Tables

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Brass

Trapezi Five Lights Neutral Shades Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Brass, Glass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist. Hand blown glass in a variety of forms and colors is combined with brass bars and hung by L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pen...

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Brass

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Contemporary Splatter Media Console by Railis Design, Silver Leaf, Black, White
By Railis Kotlevs
Located in Husavik, IS
Worthy of its own award show! A modern mixture of function and style, the Splatter media console
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2010s Latvian Modern Buffets

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Steel, Silver Leaf

Contemporary Hekla media console in white wood, Copper, Railis Design
By Railis Kotlevs
Located in Husavik, IS
The title is after the Icelandic volcano Hekla. The High end modern media console Hekla
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2010s Latvian Minimalist Sideboards

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Copper

Mid-Century Modern Brooklyn Media Console in White Ash, Copper
By Railis Kotlevs
Located in Husavik, IS
The high end modern media console Brooklyn offers the ultimate in unmistakable midcentury style
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2010s Latvian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Copper

Contemporary HIFOSS Sideboard or Console in Walnut, Brass and Marble
By Railis Kotlevs
Located in Husavik, IS
x 40 cm x H50cm Structure: Crafted of fine walnut veneers, clear lacquer finish Marble top White
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2010s Latvian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Carrara Marble

Vintage Midcentury Lacquered Credenza Dresser Media Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
Vintage midcentury lacquered credenza dresser media cabinet. Finished by our Carrocel Craftsmen in
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Sideboard Media Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern lacquered sideboard media cabinet. Finished in a two-tone designer white and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Wood

1960's Lacquered Cabinet / Bar
Located in Wilton, CT
1960's Cabinet with original brass hardware. Suitable for media, bar or entrance. Custom white
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Lacquer

1960's Lacquered Cabinet / Bar
1960's Lacquered Cabinet / Bar
H 32 in W 44 in D 17 in
Frederick Weinberg Lacquered Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek little painted iron and wood sliding door cabinet lacquered white, with one blue door
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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Tall Tapered Black Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
A tall 19th century Northern Chinese tapered black lacquer cabinet with white brass hardware, and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets

Tall Tapered Black Lacquer Cabinet
Tall Tapered Black Lacquer Cabinet
H 70 in W 32.5 in D 20 in
Raymond Loewy DF 2000 Long Tall Media Cabinet / Credenza, Off White and Sepia
By Raymond Loewy, DF 2000
Located in Kansas City, MO
Raymond Loewy DF 2000 series cabinet designed for Doubinski Freres, Montreuil, France, 1967
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Aluminum

White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware, in the manner of Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950's. This
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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Raymond Loewy Style Space Age Atomic Credenza or Media Cabinet by Broyhill
By Broyhill
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and unique Raymond Loewy style Mid-Century Modern credenza or media cabinet by
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Lacquer, Plastic, Wood

White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware after Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware, in the manner of Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950's. This
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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Glamorous White Lacquer Credenza with Silver Leaf Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
Glamorous Credenza, attributed to Grosfeld House, circa 1960s. Refinished in white lacquered
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Vintage 1960s American Credenzas

Impressive White Lacquered Credenza with Nickel Silvered Pulls
Located in North Miami, FL
simplicity of the cabinet. A great amount of storage in a substantial piece of furniture. Great for dining
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20th Century American Credenzas

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Wood

Gorgeous White Lacquered Credenza with Mother of Pearl Pulls
Located in North Miami, FL
Fantastic credenza finished in high gloss white lacquer with two center tambour doors and two side
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20th Century American Credenzas

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Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Hollywood Regency Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
all brass hinges match the gold door fronts and compliment the high gloss white lacquered finish for a
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20th Century American Cabinets

Hollywood Regency Cabinet
Hollywood Regency Cabinet
H 20 in W 60 in D 19 in
Modern Industry Taper Series Media Console with Doors and Drawers
By Modern Industry
Located in Downers Grove, IL
series media cabinet. Center doors open to reveal electronics storage, complete with cable management
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2010s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Metal

Pair of Chinese Cabinets
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 19th century Chinese black lacquered elmwood tapered cabinets with two drawers and white
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Antique 19th Century Cabinets

Pair of Chinese Cabinets
Pair of Chinese Cabinets
H 70 in W 32.5 in D 20 in
White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware in the Manner of Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware, in the manner of Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950's. This
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

White Lacquered Chest with Nickel Hardware in the Manner of Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
White lacquered chest with nickel hardware, in the manner of Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950s. This
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Gorgeous Hollywood Regency Cabinet with Doors & Drawers
Located in North Miami, FL
Elegant high gloss white lacquered dresser with original nickel silvered diamond design and
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20th Century American Cabinets

Sleek 50's Modernage Lacquer & Walnut Credenza
By Modernage Furniture Company, Dixie
Located in Miami, FL
bookmatched walnut veneers throughout. The top is amazingly beautiful. The bottom white chocolate lacquered
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Vintage 1950s American Credenzas

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Brass

Handcrafted Classic Modern Credenza of Natural White Oak, Walnut, and Steel Base
By WOODSPORT
Located in St. Paul, MN
. The exterior of the white oak cabinet is finished with a durable natural product that gives it a raw
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Early 2000s American Modern Credenzas

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Steel

Exquisite Hollywood Regency Decorated Dresser
Located in North Miami, FL
Elegant high gloss white lacquered dresser with original nickel silvered diamond design and
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20th Century American Cabinets

Exquisite Hollywood Regency Decorated Dresser
Exquisite Hollywood Regency Decorated Dresser
H 33.75 in W 74.25 in D 21.5 in
1980s Ello Nero Marquina Black and Brass Credenza or Sideboard
By Ello Furniture
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Spectacular Glamour”; this credenza is no exception. Crafted in a fusion of nero Marquina marble and lacquered
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Credenzas

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Marble, Brass

M2L Brand Office Furniture
By M2L BRAND
Located in New York, NY
Chrome Mobile Ped Top finish: Natural Sycamore Cabinet Finish: Brand lacquer White 900 4)Brand
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2010s Canadian Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

M2L Brand Office Furniture
M2L Brand Office Furniture
H 15 in W 120 in D 25 in
White M2L Brand Media Console with Stone Top
By M2L BRAND
Located in New York, NY
Measures: 150” W x 20” H (4) drawers and (3) flip down doors White matte lacquer with caesar
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2010s Canadian Cabinets

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Stone

Diminutive Media Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Calvin
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Charleston, WV
Paul McCobb, Linear series, Calvin, circa 1950's. Ideal as a cabinet for media storage or buffet
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1950s Cabinet by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in South Charleston, WV
a small media center or sideboard as an alternative for larger credenzas. Shell is black lacquer
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

1950s Cabinet by Florence Knoll
1950s Cabinet by Florence Knoll
H 28 in W 36 in D 17.75 in
Florence Knoll Wall Mount Cabinet in Walnut 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
leather door pulls; original white lacquer finish; five glass shelves; label. The hanging cabinet can be
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Leather, Oak, Walnut, Glass

Early Florence Knoll Maple and Seagrass Credenza
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
leather handles, opening to a white lacquered interior with seven adjustable shelves and a felt lined
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel

John Dickinson Fetishes
By John Dickinson
Located in New York, NY
. Dickinson designed bull-nosed bases for them, and sprayed the works with white automobile paint. Later, he
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

John Dickinson Fetishes
John Dickinson Fetishes
H 27 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Modern Credenza Designed by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Atlanta, GA
be used as a credenza, bar, or media cabinet in a living area, or as a chest or dresser in a dining
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

2-Door Lacquered Media Console
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
M|n Originals 2-door white lacquered media cabinet. Shown in narrow depth for flat-panel TV
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

2-Door Lacquered Media Console
2-Door Lacquered Media Console
H 30 in W 30 in D 16 in
Custom TV Media Cabinet
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
M|n original White lacquered media cabinet. Custom sizes available, as shown in narrow depth for
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21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets

Custom TV Media Cabinet
Custom TV Media Cabinet
H 48 in W 51 in D 20 in
M|n Originals Custom Media Cabinet
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
M|n original White lacquered media cabinet. Custom sizes available, as shown in narrow depth for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

M|n Originals Custom TV Media Cabinet
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
M|n original White lacquered media cabinet. Custom sizes available, as shown in narrow depth for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

Mnimalist 1970's Lucite Legs & White Media Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Chic minimalist media cabinet dating from the late 70,s . These piece has been re- Lacquered to its
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Lucite

Media cabinets by Philippe Starck
Located in Hudson, NY
Media cabinets from the famous Delano Hotel in Miami. Beautifully restored with white lacquer
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Late 20th Century American Cabinets

Media cabinets by Philippe Starck
Media cabinets by Philippe Starck
H 82 in W 21.5 in D 22.5 in
INCREDIBLE 1940'S CHEST OF DRAWERS/SIDEBOARD
Located in Miami, FL
Outstanding sideboard/chest of drawers superbly refinished in a high gloss white lacquer with
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Spectacular Paul Jouve Panel : Black Panthers, 1930's
Located in Miami, FL
estate now in Florida. Mixed media technique, depicting black pantheres, lacquered gold leaf and
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Vintage 1930s French Paintings

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Gold Leaf

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White Lacquer Media Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the white lacquer media cabinet you’re looking for. Each white lacquer media cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and marble. There are 3 variations of the antique or vintage white lacquer media cabinet you’re looking for, while we also have 14 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect white lacquer media cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A white lacquer media cabinet made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. A well-made white lacquer media cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Railis Kotlevs, Bertu Furniture and Garbarino Collections are consistently popular.

How Much is a White Lacquer Media Cabinet?

The average selling price for a white lacquer media cabinet at 1stDibs is $5,750, while they’re typically $3,000 on the low end and $28,650 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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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