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Place of Origin: Danish
Danish MCM teak credenza sideboard by Falster Denmark circa 1970
By Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Danish Teak Credenza By Falster Denmark Clean lines and tons of storage, this piece is in fantastic original condition with minor wear. 60”L x 18 1/2” D x 30” H Please contact us ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers on China Legs Made of Oak by FDB Møbler 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish architect Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) chest of drawers of solid and veneered oak with soap treatment. The classic storage furniture has 8 drawers mounted with brass drawer pull...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Metal

Mid century danish modern tall wide credenza with bookcase shelf unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern tall wide rosewood credenza with bookcase has Key. Lower (3) door credenza with (4) drawers the other side has adjustable shelves. The top tall wall unit bo...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Arne Hovmand - Olsen Teak Credenza / Server Denmark
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted teak wood credenza / server fashioned by the early cabinetmakers in Denmark with exceptional wood graining the doors . Sculptural pulls to the fronts of the four...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak sliding door credenza
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern Scandinavian teak credenza in the style of Børge Mogensen. Sliding doors open to interior with (2) adjustable or removable shelves - (1) on each side. Made ...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Teak Sideboard with China Legs of Oak Made for FDB Møbler 1950s
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish architect Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sideboard with china legs and 2 doors, inside drawers and adjustable shelves. The cabinet is made of teak outside, the frame and legs of ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Metal

Carlo Jensen Rosewood Credenza with Bi-Folding Door
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Birch, Rosewood

Danish Modern Low sideboard in Light Oak, 1987 Style of Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Danish Oak Sideboard – January 1987 Beautiful and rare Danish sideboard in solid oak, produced in January 1987 — original sticker still intact. Price at the time: 9,885 DKK (~$1,310...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Oak

Danish Mid Century, Classic Rectangular Sideboard in Oak, Kjærnulf Style, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A spectacular brutalist sideboard in oak with brass fittings. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. This piece is in a good vintage condition, with highlighted details such as ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Axel Christiansen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Aco Mobler
By Aco Møbler, Axel Christiansen Odder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Danish Midcentury Sideboard in Rosewood Designed by Dyrlund, 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking sideboard in rosewood designed by and made by Dyrlund furniture. Great condition.
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Wood Credenza with Glass Doors
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Credenza with Glass Doors for Ry Mobler Manufacturer Ry Mobler ________________________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mi...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Glass, Wood, Teak

Scandinavian modern 3 door blonde beech long credenza by Skovby Denmark
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern 3 sliding door blonde beech long credenza by Skovby. This credenza has very simple design and lines in blonde maple finish. Has 3 front sliding cabinet doors with...
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1980s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Beech, Birch

Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza Sideboard made in Denmark for Maurice Villency
By Maurice Villency
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern credenza, sideboard, server. This server features two sliding doors, which open to open storage, flanked by a bank of four drawers. Made in Denmark for Maur...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Scandinavian Mid Century Danish Modern light oak 4 drawer 2 door credenza
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Mid Century Danish Modern light oak 4 drawer 2 door credenza. Beautiful sideboard in light oak that has (4) drawer and (2) sliding doors with 2 adjustable shelves. Inter...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Oak, Teak

Svend A. Larsen Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Faarup Møbelfabrik
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Svend Aage Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
By Gunni Omann, Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Teak gunni omann long credenza. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3 sliding doors. Plenty of storage room inside this 94" long Credenza. Has pin holes for ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

1970s vintage Teak wood sideboard Danish
Located in None, IT
Teak wood sideboard, has 19 internal drawers and three sliding doors; The external doors are equipped with a key lock. Danish design, 1970s. Conditions: In good condition, it show...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Sideboard in Teak by H.P. Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Ranst, VAN
This magnificent sideboard is produced by H.P. Hansen in Denmark in the 1960s. There are two sliding doors, four drawers and shelves. The sideboard is finished in teak and is in very...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Expertly Restored -Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern credenza designed by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co. in Denmark circa 1960’s. This compact credenza includes tapered solid teak wood legs and two doors with a vintage key...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Birch, Teak

Arne Vodder for Sibast 75" Tambour Door Credenza/Cabinet in Teak Made in Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Danish icon Arne Vodder, this wonderful cabinet was produced by Sibast, the producer of some of the most iconic pieces ever made, such as the Bovirke Chaise. This cabinet...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern
By Montana
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Danish modern 3 piece modular suspension credenza unit by Peter J. Lassen for Montana Mobler. This piece can by hung on the wall or stacked or placed on...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Wood

Danish Sideboard 60s Design Kai Kristiansen for Fedeballes Møbelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in None, IT
Rosewood sideboard, with two front doors and one upper flap door, inside a top and three drawers. Design Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, 1960s. Condition: In excellent...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Mid century Danish Modern Long Teak Credenza with Tambour Doors Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning teak long mid-century Danish modern teak with (2) Tambour doors credenza sideboard by Kofod Larsen. Beautiful Pair of tambour doors reveal (3) adjustable Shelves and (1) fel...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Danish MCM Tambor Roll Front Teak Credenza Cabinet Kai Kristiansen Feldballes
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Portland, OR
A good diminuitive tambor roll front Danish Mid Century Modern teak cabinet/credenza, circa 1960, by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik. The cabinet is of diminuitive form and has twin tambor roll-front doors, enclosing four storage areas, the cabinet is raised on circular tapered legs. The cabinet is made from figured grain teak and is in excellent condition, this elegant & classic MCM cabinet...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Kofod Larsen Rosewood Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Toledo, OH
Danish figured rosewood credenza by Kofod Larsen. This beautiful mid-century piece features tambour sliding doors, 3 adjustable shelves, 4 drawers with dovetail construction, and a f...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Sideboard by e.w. Bach
By E.W. Bach
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Danish modern rosewood sideboard / dry bar attributed to E.W. Bach. Crafted in richly grained rosewood. Rectangular case features four sliding doors with sculpted, integrated handl...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Danish rosewood Omann Jun model #2 credenza cabinet with drawers
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Liberty, NY
Stunning mid century Omann Jun model number 2 Danish rosewood credenza. Originally designed as a stereo cabinet but could be used as a sideboard or dresser. Beautifully crafted and i...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

H. P. Hansen Teak Credenza
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
H.P. Hansen Teak Credenza with sliding doors and center drawers. Beautiful shape with top newly refinished. 86" long with tons of useful storage! Upper display Cabinet can be purc...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Highboard with Glass, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This tall highboard was made in Denmark during the 1960s. Made of noble rosewood. The dark colour perfectly matches the rich grain. The highboard has four shelves, the height of whic...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Metal

Danish Modern Teak Tambour-Door Credenza Signed Peter Løvig Nielsen, 1965
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant credenza designed and manufactured by Peter Løvig Nielsen in Denmark, dated 1965. Featuring a teak wood construction with seamless tambour doors adorned with subtle aluminum-accented pulls. The doors open smoothly to reveal ample storage room within; five dovetailed trays located in the middle compartment with two shelves on the left, and one large shelf on the right. Whether you are storing linens and silverware or using it as a media console, this piece is versatile enough to be use...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Metal

Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true vintage gem born on April 28, 1958 (it's birthday is stamped on the back of the piece)...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Tambour Door Credenza in Teak by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Bernhard Pedersen Manufacturer: Bernhard Pedersen + Søn Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 82.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 31.5″ tall
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

IB Kofod Larsen Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Rosewood credenza designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, 1955. This sideboard features book-matched rosewood with four cabinet doors below four drawers. Upon opening, the ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Scandinavian modern 3 door blonde maple credenza by Skovby Denmark
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern 3 door blonde maple credenza by Skovby. This credenza has very simple design and lines in blonde maple finish. Has 3 front cabinet doors with drawers and adjustab...
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1980s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Maple

Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Credenza This credenza measures: 90.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Scandinavian modern danish teak 4 door credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Danish Modern teak credenza on a plinth base with four doors which open to three cabinets with adjustable shelving beside a cabinet with three small drawers over two la...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Bernhard Pedersen Mid Century Danish Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Countryside, IL
Bernhard Pedersen Mid Century Danish Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza This credenza measures: 82.75 wide x 19.75 deep x 31.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Pair of Mid century modern teak tabour door Credenzas by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, George Tanier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Beautiful Danish dark teak tabour door credenzas designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. One credenza has 2 birch adjustable shelves that are removable the other has 6 birch d...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Birch, Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza by H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century Danish modern teak credenza by H.P. Hansen is a clean-lined, well-balanced piece with timeless appeal. At 79” long, it’s generously sized without feeling bulky—thank...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

1960's Mid-century Danish Teak Credenza with Doors and Drawers
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s Danish teak credenza crafted with three sliding doors and series of four drawers, each adorned with angled triangular pulls, raised on tapered legs. The interior is made of cub...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Mid-century Scandinavian Low Teak Sideboard Media Credenza
Located in Oakland, CA
Handcrafted from beautifully grained old-growth teak, this mid-century Danish low credenza features two sliding doors that open to reveal a mahogany interior with adjustable shelves....
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Two Level Tambour Cabinet
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern cabinet with two-level tambour doors, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik. The tambour doors slide smoothly to reveal a well-organize...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

1950's Scandinavian Brazilian Rosewood Sideboard with Center Bar
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
This handcrafted Danish sideboard from the 1950s is made of dark Brazilian rosewood with stunning grain patterns. The sliding doors open to reveal a center bar with an interior light...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Scandinavian Modern Teak Tambour Credenza
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
This Vintage Teak Office Credenza is a sophisticated blend of Scandinavian modern design and timeless elegance, crafted with exquisite teak finish. This vintage office credenza...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Hans J. Wegner "President" Brazilian Rosewood Tambour-Door Credenza
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most sought after credenzas from Denmark is this iconic "President" model designed by architect Hans J. Wegner in collaboration with the famous workshop of Ry Møbler in 19...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Steel

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak 6 Drawers Dresser Credenza Recessed Pulls MINT!
By George Tanier, Torring Mobelfabrik
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak 6 Drawers Dresser Credenza Recessed Pulls MINT!
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Credenza Bar Cabinet
By Arne Vodder
Located in Miami, FL
All original gorgeous Mid-Century Modern teak and maple cabinet from the 1960s. The vintage Danish sideboard features a pair of sliding doors, each with a sculpted teak handle, openi...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Maple, Teak

Double Tier Danish Mid Century Credenza in Teak + Oak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, Oak Measurements: 61" wide x 17.5" deep x 62" tall
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas

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Oak, Teak

Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza This credenza measures: 96.5 wide x 20 deep x 33 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Large Scale Cabinet, Chest or Credenza in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning Scandinavian cabinet from the 1960's. This sleek piece features gorgeous book-matched teak wood, large door and six drawers with tons of interior storage space. Nice shall...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Expertly Restored-Carlo Jensen Bi-Folding Door Walnut Credenza for Hundevad & Co
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Credenza in Brazilian Rosewood – Restored
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish rosewood credenza handcrafted from stunning Brazilian rosewood, featuring a mitered cabinet frame, three sliding doors, and a series of four drawers with book-matched grain an...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Danish modern rosewood tambour door credenza with center dovetailed drawer section and adjustable shelf on each side.
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas

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Mahogany, Oak, Rosewood

Vintage Sculptural Danish Teak H.P. Hansen Sideboard Credenza
By H.P. Hansen
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern sideboard credenza by H.P. Hansen in teak, circa 1960s, made in Denmark. This showcase piece features sliding doors accessorized with sculptural handles. Offers pl...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Teak

Bruno Hansen Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Finely crafted Brazilian rosewood credenza attributed to Bruno Hansen, Denmark, 1955. Features beveled edges, mitered corners, and stunning book-matched grain patterns across the fro...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Sideboard Model No. 18 by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun, 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Model No. 18 A classic among credenza's, this rosewood model #18 credenza designed by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun Møbelfabrik. Recognisable design features and perfectly proportioned, ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Rosewood

1960s Vintage Danish Sideboard in Rosewood Design P. Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Hundevad & Co.
Located in None, IT
Sideboard sideboard in rosewood has two hinged doors with lock. Design Poul Hundevad, 1960s. Conditions: In good condition, it may show signs of wear given by time. Dimensions: H...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas

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Palisander

Vintage Danish Credenzas for Sale: Shop Teak Credenzas, Hans Wegner Credenzas and Arne Vodder Credenzas on 1stDibs

Shopping for a vintage Danish credenza?

Credenzas, which were initially used in Italy during the medieval era as a small side table in religious services, usually have short legs or no legs at all, and can feature drawers and cabinets. This popular type of case furniture is a long and sophisticated cabinet-style piece that can serve a variety of purposes, and they look great too. All kinds of iterations of the credenza have seen the light of day over the years. 

In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard — in fact, the terms credenza and sideboard are used almost interchangeably today (and like credenzas, vintage Danish sideboards can add an understated touch of grace to your home).

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 prolific Danish modernist, produced strikingly minimalist credenzas in the 1950s and ’60s

While the likes of Ib Kofod-Larsen and Ole Wanscher created understated credenzas in rosewood, in the postwar years, Danish cabinetmakers and furniture designers also worked frequently with teak.

Knoll luminary Jens Risom, for example, relied on teak. Grete Jalk is known for her pared-back, expressive designs, which touted fluid forms and were made of alluring woods such as teak. Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modernists. Danish designers, and Scandinavians in general, harvested teak as much as they liked. This enhanced their pieces’ handcrafted look and came to define the timeless simple shapes of mid-century modern design

In its heyday, Danish teak credenzas and other pieces of Danish teak furniture were so popular most of the larger cities in Canada imported and sold them. While America embraced mass-produced design by the likes of Herman Miller and Charles and Ray Eames, Scandinavian manufacturers held fast to their handmade traditions, as seen in Danish modern credenzas and other Scandi pieces from the 1950s and ’60s. In the postwar era American tastemakers really sold the citizenry on the “Scandinavian dream,” suggesting that, like us, the inhabitants of the Nordic nations valued home, hearth, family and good craftsmanship and design, as well as democracy. 

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

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