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Tommi Parzinger Buffets

German, 1903-1981

German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.

Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. 

A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.

His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”

While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.

In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.

On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.

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Creator: Tommi Parzinger
Tommi Parzinger Originals Credenza
Tommi Parzinger Originals Credenza

Tommi Parzinger Originals Credenza

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic server/buffet by Tommy Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, ca' 1960's. Beautiful brass hardware, key, felt lined top drawer. High quality construction and original warm finish.

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Buffets

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Wood

Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger Sideboard Cabinet
Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger Sideboard Cabinet

Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger Sideboard Cabinet

By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern buffet. Ribbon grain mahogany with wonderful color, featuring 5 drawers centering two doors. Sculptural wood handles.

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Buffets

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Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern China Breakfront
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern China Breakfront

Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern China Breakfront

By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company

Located in Hanover, MA

Two piece mahogany breakfront and buffet designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern circa 1952. Signed Charak Modern. Retains three original solid brass sculptural keys and all working locks. The base cabinet has three doors with distinctive diamond pattern inlay in satinwood. Each door has a custom Parzinger solid brass pull. Behind the bottom left and right doors is an open white cabinet with three original number-stamped shelves which are adjustable and removable. Behind the center door are five pull-out drawers. The upper cabinet has three doors with astonishingly beautiful glass panels which have been deeply wheel cut repeating the diamond pattern as below. The interior of the upper cabinet is painted white, backed by mirror and holds nine adjustable thick glass shelves each with plate grooves. Top left and right have signature Parzinger 'wings' a design element frequently repeated in his career. Beautifully restored by our expert refinisher. See our separate listings for the companion Parzinger dining table, dining chairs and leather front cabinet...

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern Buffet
Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern Buffet

Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern Buffet

By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger

Located in Miami, FL

Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Charak Modern buffet Tommi Parzinger five-drawer mahogany cabinet with two doors concealing shelves ...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Buffets

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Brass

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Tommi Parzinger buffets for sale on 1stDibs.

Tommi Parzinger buffets 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 Tommi Parzinger buffets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original buffets by Tommi Parzinger 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 buffets by American of Martinsville, Lane Furniture, and Broyhill Brasilia. Prices for Tommi Parzinger buffets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,000 and can go as high as $42,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $14,500.

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