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Karl Springer Credenzas

American, German, 1931-1991

The Berlin-born, New York–based designer Karl Springer brought a chic, high-fashion sensibility to furnishings. During his heyday in the 1970s, Springer’s work was a favorite of the glamour set, who enjoyed the novelty of pieces finished in rich and striking materials that ranged from exotic hides and skins to lacquer and chromed metal. In a sense, Springer was a pre-postmodernist. Much as the dull, safe, corporate sameness of late 20th-century modernism prompted Ettore Sottsass, Michael Graves and others to explore new and provocative structures and materials in design and architecture, so, too, was Springer driven to enliven his creations with fresh and alluring energy and sleekness.

Springer came to New York in the late 1950s and found work arranging window displays at the department store Lord & Taylor. He had studied bookbinding in Germany, and, using his meticulous skills, he began crafting desk accessories wrapped in leather as a sideline. These pieces were sold in luxury stores like Bergdorf Goodman, and drew a sophisticated clientele that included the Duchess of Windsor. By 1965, he had established his own Manhattan atelier, and at his death he had showrooms as far afield as Los Angeles, Tokyo and Munich.

The chairs, tables, credenzas and other furniture forms Springer created are generally simple, but substantial, and often have robust, rounded lines. The appeal of his work lies in Springer's insistence on exacting construction and, above all, his eye for unusual materials and finishes. He employed Lucite, brass, and gunmetal along with chromed and polished steel, and revived exquisite finishes rarely seen since the days of Art Deco masters such as Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean-Michel Frank: shagreen (a type of sharkskin), python, goatskin, bone, horn, and lacquered parchment, as well as fabrics that include batik prints. Made of such materials, Springer’s work is by its very nature flamboyant and eye-catching: a suite of pieces will astonish, and an artfully placed side table in exotic hide will add a surprising spark.

Find a collection of vintage Karl Springer furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Karl Springer
Monumental Karl Spring Goat Skin Credenza
By Karl Springer
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A monumentally large Karl Springer custom angular credenza in a creamy, ultra-luxurious goatskin. The goat skin hides on the front have a wonderfully matched curved detail that makes...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Credenzas

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Goatskin

Karl Springer Rare Credenza in Taupe Leather and Brass 1985 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "three door, three drawer cabinet" covered in taupe leather with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1985 (Signed “Karl Springer 1985...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Credenzas

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Lacquered Goatskin Parchment Credenza by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s goatskin parchment lacquered credenza by Karl Springer. In amazing vintage condition shows minor wear consistent with age. Constructed of wood covered with a grayish tan g...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Credenzas

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Wood, Lacquer, Parchment Paper

Monumental Sized Karl Springer Goatskin Credenza with COA
By Karl Springer
Located in Culver City, CA
This piece is absolutely stunning!! A monumentally large Karl Springer custom angular credenza in a creamy, ultra luxurious goatskin. The goat skin hides on the front have a wonderfully matched curvy seem that is just stunning. This dreamy credenza would be an impressive addition to any dining room, living-room console or entry piece and would effortlessly flex into even a more business or industrial environment. We currently have this piece in our gallery paired with a set of Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofas with a Paul Evans coffee table and a Gabriella Crespi console...
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Post Modern Italian Lacquered Burl Credenza
By Karl Springer, Aldo Tura
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This gorgeous Italian credenza is a sight to behold. Very art deco esq in style, it can go with many decor styles. It is a beautiful lacquered burl wood, atop a mirrored plinth...
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Royal Palm Lacquered Goatskin Credenza, USA
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
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Karl Springer credenzas for sale on 1stDibs.

Karl Springer 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 Karl Springer credenzas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 5 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original credenzas by Karl Springer were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider credenzas by Venfield, Luis Pons, and Lawrence Peabody. Prices for Karl Springer credenzas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £5,072 and can go as high as £27,739, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £17,230.

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