Dyrlund Credenzas
Proudly maintaining functionalist ideals and Scandinavian modernist sensibilities for more than six decades, Denmark’s Dyrlund furniture company declares itself a maker of the antiques of tomorrow. Its durable and appealing mid-century pieces are recognizable to collectors owing to the brand’s golden circle logo, embossed with the name Dyrlund, which is synonymous with quiet elegance and superior quality.
Working with ash, beech, oak and teak, Dyrlund’s furniture makers employ quality oil finishes by hand to protect and bring out the deep richness of the wood. The company outfits its sideboards and cupboards with sturdy, solid-wood oval handles — another signature that is likely familiar to enthusiasts of the manufacturer.
Established in 1960, the company set out to create long-lasting furniture that would remain beautiful and reliable throughout its life. Over the years, the brand's focus has mainly been on the manufacture of office furnishings. Dyrlund credenzas, desks and office cabinets — as well as living room items like sofas and coffee tables — are the most well-known pieces. However, Dyrlund occasionally produces limited runs of bedroom furniture, such as beds and nightstands.
Dyrlund boasts a clientele that includes celebrities, royalty and heads of state. One client the company is particularly proud of is Mikhail Gorbachev. The late Russian and Soviet politician posed for a photo standing in front of a Dyrlund desk.
The company still operates out of Copenhagen, headed by director Bent Møller Jørgensen, who is just as often seen on the shop floor going over details with cabinetmakers as he is in his office speaking to clients. Dyrlund’s commitment to quality and Danish modern forms hasn't wavered and is sure to continue into the future.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Metal
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Metal
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Mahogany, Oak, Rosewood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Palisander
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1970s Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund Credenzas
Rosewood
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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 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.
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- What is Dyrlund?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dyrlund is a Danish luxury furniture maker for high-end homes and offices, founded in 1960. Its designs can be found in the offices of several lords and heads of state and in celebrities' homes. Find a variety of Dyrlund pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who is Dyrlund?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dyrlund is a furniture maker based in Rude, Denmark. The company opened in 1960 and is known for its desks, lighting and case goods produced during the mid 20th century. You'll find a variety of Dyrlund furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.