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Glenn of California Credenzas

Credited for being at the forefront of the West Coast modernist design movement, Glenn of California introduced a relaxed, breezy and elegant style to postwar America. The company was based in Arcadia, California, a city situated near Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. It specialized in the production of easily accessible and reasonably affordable furnishings that included credenzas, chairs, cabinets, tables and more.

However, it wasn’t until Glenn of California hired the prolific American furniture designer Milo Baughman that the company made a name for itself in the annals of American mid-century modern design. Baughman prioritized function — he worked with simple forms and often used sleek, flat-bar chromed metal and natural materials such as walnut in his pieces.

Glenn of California marketed Baughman’s designs along with those of unsung Swedish architect and designer Greta Magnusson Grossman in their successful California Modern collection. The first woman to receive an award from the Swedish Society of Industrial Design, Magnusson Grossman drew on her Scandinavian heritage to create iconic homes as well as furnishings for Glenn and other companies that helped define mid-century-era Southern California. The furniture she and Baughman designed became known for its laid-back Los Angeles style and thoughtful integration of walnut, iron and Formica.

In addition to employing the talents of Baughman and Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California collaborated with several other notable and influential designers. These included Stanley Young, Kipp Stewart, John Kapel and Paul Laszlo. Laszlo, an American-Hungarian architect, interior designer and furniture designer, was well-regarded among Hollywood’s elite and designed pieces for Cary Grant, Barbara Stanwyck and Elizabeth Taylor.

While the company is no longer in business, vintage Glenn of California furniture remains highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts.

Discover a range of vintage Glenn of California dressers, dining tables, chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Glenn of California
Mid century John Kapel for Glenn of California Long walnut 4 door Credenza
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning very clean mid century John Kapel for Glenn of California long walnut and black lacquer 4 door credenza. Very clean all original dresser credenza with all shelves and drawer...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Walnut, Lacquer

Milo Baughman Walnut Credenza by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning mid-century walnut credenza, designed by the renowned Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in the 1950s. This exceptional piece, known as model 1632, is both ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Walnut

Glenn of California Tambour-Door Credenza with Black Formica Top
By Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern Credenza designed by Glenn of California for Glenn of California in the United States c. 1950’s. This beautiful storage piece is comprised of walnut wood. The righ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Formica, Wood, Walnut

John Kapel for Glenn of California Credenza
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Denton, TX
Four door credenza with sculpted walnut handles that open to shelves and drawers. Beautiful black accents on the doors and base make the walnut pop. Designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Glenn of California Credenzas

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Plastic, Walnut

Milo Baughman Walnut Tambour Door Credenza by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut tambour door credenza designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Glenn of California in the United States, circa 1950s. This storage unit boasts a stunning blen...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Laminate, Rosewood, Walnut

Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Midcentury Credenza, Pair
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California midcentury Credenza - Pair Each credenza measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Wood

Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Midcentury Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California midcentury Credenza This credenza measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high All pieces of furn...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Wood

1950s Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
✨Mid-Century Walnut Credenza ✨ This stunning 1960s walnut dresser, masterfully crafted by Glenn of California, is a perfect blend of functionality and timeless design. The rich waln...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Walnut

Robert Baron for Glenn of California Midcentury Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Glenn of California, Robert Baron
Located in Countryside, IL
Robert Baron for Glenn of California midcentury walnut lowboy dresser. This lowboy measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Chrome

Glenn of California Walnut Sideboard by Stanley Young
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage sideboard designed by Stanley Young for Glenn of California in the United States, circa 1950s. This stunning sideboard, crafted from walnut, showcases a beautiful g...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Metal

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Danish Credenza with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund Denmark, 1960s
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By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
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California Modernist Tambour-Door Credenza by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Tambour-Door Credenza for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
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Expertly Restored - Greta M. Grossman Lacquered Credenza for Glenn of CA
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
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Glenn of California Walnut Tambour Door Credenza by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Vintage Walnut Milo Baughman Credenza Cabinet for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern sideboard cabinet credenza in walnut designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California circa 1960's. This case piece features the designer's signature black enamel...
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Glenn of California Cabinet by Robert Baron
By Glenn of California, Robert Baron
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s in great vintage condition. This piece has been fully restored but still has some small scuffs and scratches on the lucite supports
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Milo Baughman Walnut Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California, c.1960
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Milo Baughman Walnut Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California, c.1960. This piece has been professionally restored.
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Milo Baughman Walnut Tambour Door Credenza for Glenn of California, c.1960
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Midcentury John Kapel for Glenn of California Long Dresser Credenza
By John Kapel, John Stuart, Glenn of California
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning very clean midcentury John Kapel for Glenn of California long walnut and black lacquer dresser credenza. Very clean all original dresser credenza with all drawer dividers. b...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Credenzas

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Tambour Door Credenza by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Fulton, CA
A fine Mid-Century Modern, Glenn of California, tambour door credenza. Features 2 sliding tambour doors and 4 drawers. Black glass top insert. (waterproof top word work well as a bar...
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Glenn Of California credenzas for sale on 1stDibs.

Glenn of California credenzas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Glenn of California credenzas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original credenzas by Glenn of California were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider credenzas by Century Furniture, William Doezema, and Kipp Stewart. Prices for Glenn of California credenzas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,500 and can go as high as $10,395, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,299.
Questions About Glenn of California Credenzas
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The California dial likely originated in the 1930s because Californians loved mixing Roman and Arabic numbers. However, the style grew in popularity in the 1970s when refinisher Kirk Rich was tasked with creating California dial watch faces. You’ll find a range of California dial watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A California watch dial is a clock face featuring half Roman numerals (generally for 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock) and half Arabic numerals (generally for 4 o’clock to 8 o’clock). A dash might replace the hours of 3, 6, and 9 — instead of the comparatively unexciting numerical representation — and an inverted triangle might be used to represent the hour of 12. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary watches.

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