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Founders Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Founders Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 68 wide x 19 deep x 30.25 inches high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Founders Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Founders Mid Century Walnut Credenza
H 30.25 in W 68 in D 19 in
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 77.75 wide x 20 deep x 33.25 inches
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
H 33.25 in W 77.75 in D 20 in
Harvey Probber Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 88.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 27.5
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 75 wide x 21 deep x 28 inches high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 77.75 wide x 20 deep x 28.25 inches
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
H 28.25 in W 77.75 in D 20 in
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By The Standard Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 77.25 wide x 21 deep x 29
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By The Standard Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Standard Furniture Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 29.5
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom mid-century walnut credenza. This credenza measures: 54.25 wide x 20.25 deep x 26.25
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
Jens Risom Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
H 26.25 in W 54.25 in D 20.25 in
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century walnut credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 22 deep x 26 inches
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Broyhill Sculptra Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill sculptra Brutalist mid-century walnut credenza. The credenza measures: 58 wide x 17
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 52 wide x 18 deep x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Finn Juhl for Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Finn Juhl
Located in Countryside, IL
Finn Juhl for Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 66 wide x 15 deep x 26.5
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Countryside, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 72.25 wide
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Walnut Credenza This highboy measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Credenza and Hutch
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures: 56 wide x 17 deep x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage mid-century refinished credenza with painted white doors. Yea defect size with working
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
H 32.5 in W 19.25 in D 66 in
Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy
By Mount Airy Furniture Company, Raymond K. Sobota
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut credenza designed by Raymond Sobota for Mount Airy in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Credenza and Hutch
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Countryside, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Broyhill Emphasis Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Broyhill Emphasis Credenza A mid-century modern classic - the Broyhill Emphasis walnut 66" buffet
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Pair of German Mid-Century Walnut Credenzas
Located in Norwalk, CT
of the walnut wood form a rich backdrop, accentuating the beauty of the Mid-Century aesthetic. The
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Pair of German Mid-Century Walnut Credenzas
Pair of German Mid-Century Walnut Credenzas
H 25.5 in W 55.25 in D 17.75 in
Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
Jens Risom designed this credenza as part of an executive office suite. The handsome walnut case
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
H 28.5 in W 60 in D 21.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Walnut Credenza by BP John
Located in San Marcos, CA
For sale is a vintage credenza by BP John circa 1963 in walnut. Credenza features three drawers and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Restored 1960s Mid-Century Walnut Credenza - Modern Elegance for Living Spaces
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of our Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza, a stunning piece meticulously
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel, Metal

Restored 1960s Mid-Century Walnut Credenza with Black & White Lacquer Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is beautiful. This Mid-Century Modern Credenza is more than just a piece of furniture; it's a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal, Brass

Lane Mid-Century Walnut Credenza with Woven Door Panels
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century "Perception" walnut six-drawer credenza with center woven door panels (LANE).
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing mid-century modern walnut credenza by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

1960s Mid-Century Walnut Credenza: Restored with Exotic Veneers and Locking Door
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover a masterfully restored 1960s credenza, hand-crafted from premium walnut. This exceptional
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Lacquer, Paint, Birch, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Storage Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century walnut credenza/buffet with durable laminate top, three top drawers and two bi-fold
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

StanleyAmerican Mid-Century Modern Walnut Geometric Carved Front Sideboard
By Stanley Furniture
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century walnut credenza / sideboard with three drawers on the left side, and two
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut credenza designed and manufactured in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
H 30.5 in W 70 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
By Detroit Furniture Company
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning credenza executed in walnut features nine drawers providing ample storage. In the style
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
H 32 in W 75 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern walnut credenza. This credenza features nine spacious drawers, with the
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
H 31 in W 66 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage modern walnut dresser with a beautiful grain pattern. Complete with dove-tailed drawers
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
H 29.5 in W 78 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Natural Walnut Credenza
Located in Westport, CT
A beautifully restored credenza, executed in natural walnut exposing the gorgeous wood grain. Circa
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Nickel

Copenart by Morganton Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood Credenza
By Morganton Furniture Co.
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Copenart by Morganton credenza. A stunning little mid century modern credenza. This piece
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Large & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Elegant Extra long Mid-Century Modern Walnut credenza Very elegant and long credenza Just breath
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Sculptural Walnut Credenza
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Sculptural Walnut Credenza Stunning & rare mid
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Emphasis Walnut Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Emphasis Walnut Credenza features 3 pull drawers in the middle and 2
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza with Two Cabinets
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern credenza / sideboard features hardwood construction, walnut veneer with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Lane Credenza
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous vintage modern credenza by Lane featuring nine drawers total with sleek metal handles
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Lane Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Lane Credenza
H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Young Mtg.
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
showcase or conceal your belongings. The sculptural angled legs add a touch of mid-century modern charm
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kent-Coffey walnut credenza with marble insert. Featuring brass knobs and vibrant walnut, this
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Handsome Mid-century Modern Bowed Front Walnut Credenza
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome mid-century modern bowed front walnut credenza. Very stylish curved front with continuous
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

American Mid Century Modern Style Walnut Custom Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in San Diego, CA
American walnut custom-made credenza in the style of Broyhill 4 drawers and 2 sliding doors with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Dark Walnut Credenza, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A very handsome credenza or sideboard executed in dark walnut, completely restored, circa 1950-1950
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Sculptural Leg Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser Credenza
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern walnut long dresser with sculpted legs and solid walnut pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Lovely Sculptural Walnut Credenza American Mid Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely american modern walnut credenza. Very interesting details with large sculptural pulls and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut 2 Piece Credenza Hutch
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut 2 piece Credenza Hutch Dimensions. 50 1/2 W ; 18 D ; 76 1/2 H.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Two-door Mid-Century Modern cabinet by Jens Risom. Classic style of Risom where case appears to be
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

1960s North American Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The 1960s North American Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza is a timeless piece, embodying mid
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

A Mid-Century Knoll Walnut Credenza
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Fitted with four sliding doors; on metal feet.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

A Mid-Century Knoll Walnut Credenza
A Mid-Century Knoll Walnut Credenza
H 27.5 in W 71.25 in D 18.5 in
Mid century Danish Walnut Credenza
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury Danish walnut credenza with sliding doors and series of five drawers in center, each
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid century Danish Walnut Credenza
Mid century Danish Walnut Credenza
H 31.25 in W 71 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage credenza that combines walnut woodgrain with chrome accents for a stunning Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Modern Walnut Credenza
Vintage Modern Walnut Credenza
H 30.5 in W 78 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Stereo Credenza
By Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Our low lux credenza is designed to accept the timeless Yamaha A-S501 integrated amplifier and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Stereo Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Stereo Credenza
H 22 in W 48 in D 20 in
Vintage Mid Century Danish Modern Sculpted Walnut Long Dresser Credenza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Danish Modern Sculpted Walnut Long Dresser Credenza. Item features six
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul Evans style Walnut Sculptural Credenza Mid-century Modern
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous sculptural walnut brutalist credenza made by United furniture company. This piece is very
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Brass Bound Walnut Credenza / Sideboard By Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this! It is a mid-century modern brass bound walnut credenza by Heritage. It opens to three
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Modern Walnut Credenza
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Walnut Credenza from the Cali Collection is made in the heart of Ohio with locally
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Modern Walnut Credenza
Modern Walnut Credenza
H 29.25 in W 66.5 in D 17 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Liquor Cabinet Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Restored Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza: Elegance Reimagined
Located in Los Angeles, CA
modern walnut credenza stands as a testament to timeless elegance and functionality. It promises to not
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Lacquer, Walnut, Wood

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Midcentury Modern Walnut Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the midcentury modern walnut credenza you’re looking for. Each midcentury modern walnut credenza for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. If you’re shopping for a midcentury modern walnut credenza, we have 163 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a midcentury modern walnut credenza — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right midcentury modern walnut credenza, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Paul McCobb, American of Martinsville and Barzilay each produced at least one beautiful midcentury modern walnut credenza that is worth considering.

How Much is a Midcentury Modern Walnut Credenza?

Prices for a midcentury modern walnut credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $695 and can go as high as $78,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,875.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right credenzas for You

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.

Browse a variety of antique, new and vintage credenzas on 1stDibs to find the perfect fit for your home today.