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.
Mid-Century Cream Lacquer w/ Black Lacquer Supports Sideboard by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century modernist sideboard, designed by Tommi Parzinger and crafted in the United States, circa 1950, is a sublime example of refined restraint and sophisticated craftsmans...
Brass
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.
Wood
Tommi Parzinger Poppy Lacquer Credenza with Brass Accents, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Iconic mid-century sideboard in a stunning Poppy lacquer, accented with aged brass studs and pulls. Cabinet has 2 compartments each housing adjustable shelves and drawers. A true col...
Brass
Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger Sideboard Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger studded sideboard cabinet, crafted for Parzinger Originals in the 1950s boasts a sleek and streamlined profile that is ch...
Brass
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, Two-Piece Tall Cabinet
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Restored two-piece China or display cabinet by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern. Bleached mahogany wood is finished in light saffron with a contrasting grain fill and glaze as was d...
Brass
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Burl, Rare Sideboard, USA, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Stamford, CT
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Burl, Rare Sideboard, USA, 1960s Unique sideboard designed by Tommi Parzinger (1903 - 1981) for Parzinger Originals in New York, circa 1...
Brass
Parzinger Originals Stainless & White Lacquer Wall Mounted Console
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Hanover, MA
Tommi Parzinger designed custom seven foot long wall mounted floating console sideboard fitted with with two drawers. Wood case and supporting brackets finished in white lacquer and...
Stainless Steel
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Low Rosewood sideboard, 1960s Beautiful Danish Modern low sideboard in minimalistic style attributed to Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast. Front with...
Rosewood
Tommi Parzinger Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tommi Parzinger 4 door Cabinet, Brass Hardware and studs to front and sides Marked Parzinger Originals
Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Black Sideboard Buffet
Located in Westwood, NJ
This beautifully crafted sideboard is a striking example of mid-century modern design reimagined for contemporary living. The unit features rich, dark tones contrasted by the Italian...
Marble, Metal
$7,595
H 30 in W 84 in D 19 in L 30 in
1970s Romweber Burled Wood Gold Accent Credenza with Filing Drawers
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Luxury, pure and simple. Well maybe not so simple… this burled Carpathian elm wood credenza wears it’s gold trim like fine jewelry. The chocolate hued wood is illuminated with brilli...
Brass
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 84.5 in D 20.25 in
Modern Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza with Faux Parchment Fronts
Located in North York, ON
Modern black Lacquered sideboard credenza with Faux Parchment fronts. Featuring unique shaped design with ample storage options. Completed with a beautiful black lacquered finish and...
Wood
Italian Credenza Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Budapest, HU
A fine Italian credenza attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s.
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Burl Sideboard
By Arthur Umanoff, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage mid-century modern burl wood sideboard in the style of Milo Baughman and Arthur Umanoff, featuring rich, bookmatched burl veneer, minimalist lines, and a sculptural metal bas...
Metal
$3,990 / item
H 17.72 in W 76.38 in D 18.51 in
Bevel Low Sideboard by Hermhaus, Lacquered Wood, Mid-Century Modern
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Bevel Low Sideboard Orange 3 Cover by Hermhaus features a contemporary modular design defined by its sharp lines and clean geometry. Formed by repeating modules that come togethe...
Wood
$4,500
H 29.25 in W 72 in D 18 in
Restored 1960s Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza / Sideboard by Calvin
By Kipp Stewart, Calvin Furniture
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
Rare and refinished 1960s Directional walnut buffet / credenza with sculpted pulls by Calvin. The black inlay around each cabinet door – reminiscent of Drexel’s Declaration collectio...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Full of Mid-Century Modern style and quality, this vintage walnut sideboard offers plenty of storage and room for organization. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Walnut
$2,795
H 31.75 in W 76.13 in D 19.13 in
Henredon Style Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Sideboard Credenza, 1960s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet In the manner of Henredon Retailed by high-end Chicago retailer John M. Smyth USA, 1960s Gorgeous sculpted ...
Brass
$36,000
H 33 in W 66 in D 17 in
Tommi Parzinger Signed Lacquered Sideboard with Brass Studs and Pulls 1950's
Located in Water Mill, NY
Tommi Parzinger signed "Parzinger Originals"... four door sideboard 1950's model 147 in mirror blue lacquer finish with lacquered brass studs and pulls.... has a separate glass to...
Brass
Sold
H 35 in W 92.25 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Fluted Walnut Sideboard w/ Sculptural Brass Pulls by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist sideboard, designed by the celebrated American designer Tommy Parzinger, is a statement piece that combines functionality with the refined elegance that Pa...
Brass
Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals Three-Door Studded Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals three door studded cabinet. The cabinet has been Newly restored in a soft white Matte finish and brass studs and sits on an espresso colored...
Wood, Lacquer
Tommi Parzinger Originals 1940 Studded 3 Door American Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
A three door matte white cabinet on a espresso plinth base. The sideboard cabinet has beautiful satin brass pulls and studs to the face and sides. Drawers and shelves are held inside...
Enamel
Tommi Parzinger Iconic 4 Door Studded Credenza 1950s (signed)
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Superb 4 door cabinet model 147 in mirror finish blue lacquer with brass studs and iconic knocker pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed “Parzinger...
Brass
Rare Sideboard by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany, brass. A dark wood cabinet featuring 4 drawers with brass “ribbon” drawer-pulls. Single center drop-down door that opens to reveal more sto...
Brass
Sold
H 33 in W 53.5 in L 33 in
Tommi Parzinger Exquisite 2-Door Cabinet in Bleached Walnut 1970s 'Signed'
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Exceptional 2-door cabinet with scalloped design in bleached walnut planks with drawers and shelves inside by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1970's (signed “Parzin...
Walnut
Tommi Parzinger Pistachio Matte Lacquer Sideboard
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
American midcentury sideboard featuring a seductive matte finished Pistachio color lacquer with stylized brass leaf handles, interior finished in a white matte lacquer with shelves. ...
Brass
Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals "Moroccan" Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger originals "Moroccan" cabinet in very good original condition.
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Sideboard/ Credenza for Charak Modern
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stunning mahogany sideboard by Tommi Parzinger. Features include brass hardware, three large drawers on the right with a sliding utensil holder in the top drawer, and adjustable shel...
Mahogany
Tommi Parzinger Sideboard / Chest White Lacquer
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Westport, CT
Tommi Parzinger white lacquer sideboard / chest with polished nickel swing pulls, white glass top panels, drawers lined in brown felt with dark walnut base.
Nickel
Tommi Parzinger Leather Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Dallas, TX
A leather clad cabinet with bronze hardware and mahogany base. Designed by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger originals.
Leather
Tommi Parzinger Credenza in Bleached Mahogany for Charak Modern
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Moderne style credenza in bleached mahogany with diamond-shaped "a quatre faces" patterning on doors, concealing an adjustable shelf on the left and a bank of drawers on the right. W...
Brass