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Credenzas For Sale
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Contemporary Crafted Cabinet, Sideboards Storage Credenza Wood Pink Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
A journey through the ancient history of earth, to search the origin of earth’s surface creation. Most of the oceanic crust is made up of an incredibly resistant volcanic rock: basalt. This rock is generated by the rapid cooling of the lava flows, basalt is often visible in its columnar conformation, examples are visible all over the world, spectacular formations with an artificial appearance. Basalto is a collection of containers inspired by the sculptural ability of nature itself, it consists of two monolithic cabinets...
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2010s Italian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Inspired Long Credenza
Located in Westwood, NJ
Art Deco Inspired Long Credenza, designed like a sculpture with a connoisseur’s selection of materials—a fashionable Ebony Macassar and French Brass—are ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Credenzas

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Brass

Modern White Blossom Buffet with Metal Legs and White Lacquer by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This piece is very special because it is a great storage, functional pieces. with 3 doors touch latch, it has a set of interior shelving that makes it perfect to use it in the bedro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Credenzas

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Art Glass, Oak, Lacquer

Vintage Oak Sideboard, Wine Press Legs, Geometric Carvings, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Immerse yourself in the essence of mid-century French design with this striking vintage oak wardrobe, crafted in the 1960s. The piece pays homage ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Oak

Handwoven Palm and Wood 4-Door Credenza by Michael van Beuren from LUTECA
Located in New York, NY
Designed in Mexico in circa 1945 by Michael van Beuren, an American designer trained at Germany's famous Bauhaus school, who was devoted to combining the sophistication of Europe's '...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

18th Century French Oak Coffer Blanket Box Chest from Aubusson
Located in London, GB
A charming early 18th century solid oak coffer or chest from Aubusson. Simple in form, with caved panelling in the Auvergne taste. French, circa 1720.
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Early 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern walnut credenza. This credenza features nine spacious drawers, with the drawers on the left and right sides being longer, and the center drawers shorter. The...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Walnut

Stunning French 1940s Ebonized Oak Sideboard with Detailed Relief Doors
Located in London, GB
A stunning French 1940s ebonised oak sideboard with detailed relief doors, with decorative brass escutcheon detail with orignal brass keys and orignal sol...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Brass

John Kapel for Glenn of California Credenza
Located in Denton, TX
Four door credenza with sculpted walnut handles that open to shelves and drawers. Beautiful black accents on the doors and base make the walnut pop. Designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Plastic, Walnut

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Midcentury Italian Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury Italian sideboard by Silvio Coppola for Bernini. Upper cupboards open to reveal removable trays. Lower cabinets feature adju...
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1970s Italian Rustic Vintage Credenzas

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Wood, Walnut

Edward Wormley Credenza Model 5668A for Dunbar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design credenza model 5668A for Dunbar. Ebonized walnut case with newly caned front sliding doors and four drawers across the top. Comprising a fitted interior for mas...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Italian Art Deco Style Credenza
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a graceful Italian rosewood credenza with a thick glass super structure above a rosewood top over a long cabinet with two central doors opening to reveal two banks of shelvin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Serpentine Burr Walnut Marquetry Credenza 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is an exceptional quality antique Victorian ormolu mounted burr walnut and marquetry inlaid serpentine credenza, circa 1870 in date. The entire piece highlights the unique a...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Credenzas

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Ormolu

French 1940s Bleached Oak Sideboard with Two Doors and Four Central Drawers
Located in London, GB
A French 1940s bleached oak sideboard with two doors and four central drawers each with orignal circular knobs. The front doors and drawers have a decorative detailed wavy relief des...
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1940s French Vintage Credenzas

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Brass

Trolly Credenza in Pine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D18 H32 Trolley Credenza made in house in solid Pine. Item has three sliding doors and two thick removable shelves. Credenza offers very nice dovetail corners and turned legs ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Pine

Mid-Century Vintage D-Scan “Captain” Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long Danish designed sideboard with brass hardware. Four middle drawers and side cabinet storage. Beautiful notch joinery compliments this well built case piece. Please confirm locat...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

French Art Deco Credenza, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two storage facilities covered with handcarved hunting scene designed doors. The refined wooden structures on the doors create a striking combination with the otherwise sturdy and solid cabinet.  
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Marble

Fine Art and Craft Cutaway Shape Oak Armoire Probably, Vienna, 1890
Located in Brussels, BE
Fine cutaway shape armoire with two beveled stained glass work upper doors. Many carved copper details and original keys. Four shelves and one drawers. Probably Vienna around 1890.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Credenzas

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Copper

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Sliding Door Credenza Sideboard on Tapered Legs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Danish modern teak sliding door credenza. Has 2 front sliding doors with rounded carved teak handles. Has 2 adjustable shelves w/pins in each section. Labeled Danish Control inside. Good excellent condition inside and out. Sits on 4 solid tapered teak legs. Made in Denmark. We have (2) matching credenzas...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Teak

Shale Low Credenza (84") by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors. The wood doors are scored vertically across the grain...
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2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Regency Ebonized and Giltwood Credenza
Located in Essex, MA
Elongated D shaped Sienna marble top with reeded edge over a conforming case with a pair of brass grill cabinet doors enclosing two shelves. The sides de...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Credenzas

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Brass

Danish Modern Teak Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful Danish modern credenza was designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. This credenza is built from the highest quality teak wood, which, thanks to the figures g...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Teak

Henredon French Provincial Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Henredon USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 73"W x 19"D x 32.75"H. Carved walnut, with original brass h...
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1970s American French Provincial Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Brass

French Solid Oak Credenza with Carved Details, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two storage facilities covered with hand carved designed doors and in the...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Long Low Profile Credenza with Round Ring Drop Pulls
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern drop ring pulls cabinet credenza dresser with marquetry style top.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Vintage British Mid Century Teak "Dunvegan" Compact Credenza by McIntosh
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful British mid century modern compact credenza model "Dunvegan" designed by Tom Robertson for A.H. McIntosh in Scotland in the...
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1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Teak

Brutalist Style Brass Metal Finishes Sideboard
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Brutalist style wooden and brass sideboard: An eyecatcher with geometrical and harmonious lines, composed of a wooden structure with 4 graphic door panels, all adorned with brass met...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Metal

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 Danish Vintage Credenzas

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Teak

Furnette Mid-Century Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul McCobb influenced long dresser with tambour door action. Designed for Furnette by Mark Furst and Robert Fellner, featuring walnut grain ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Sideboard by Consorzio Esposizione Mobili di Cantù, 1960s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This magnificent Italian credenza from the 1960s is a stunning example of the exceptional craftsmanship produced by the Consorzio Esposizione Mobili Cantu'. Founded in 1949, the cons...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Arne Vodder Style Danish Teak Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite vintage teak sideboard features elegant sculpted pulls, tapered legs and shapely leg stretcher for addition support. Spacious interior cabinet offers adjustable shelf ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Pegu Cabinet by DeMuro Das in Hand-Laid Macassar Ebony with Bronze Caps
Located in New York, NY
The Pegu cabinet or credenza by DeMuro Das has sculpted, multi-layered doors in hand-laid matte Macassar ebony. Turned legs in glossy black lacquer with b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Credenzas

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Macassar

Brazilian Modern Credenza in Hardwood & Brass finish, Jean Gillon, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern Credenza in Hardwood with Brass finishes designed by Jean Gillon in the sixties in Brazil is the FIND of the year. The credenza has a rectangular structure made of Brazilian Rosewood, known as Jacaranda, with two main legs and two support legs on each side. It has five large drawers and four doors with shelves inside. The brass finishes are located in the joints, fringes and keys. There are few reasons why this credenza is one-of-a-kind: First, the high end wood work. This piece was commissioned for a private residence in Sao Paulo and it shows. The joints, the wood carving, the smooth curves in the drawers, even the hidden toothpick support legs are superbly finished. Second, the rosewood is of the finest quality which can be seen in the wood veins, the grain and smoothness of the wood. Lastly, design. This piece has all the components of a true Brazilian Modern piece with straight almost brutalist silhouettes softened with smooth curves (seen in the drawers and edges) that resemble Modernist architecture from Brasilia of the sixties. Owning a Jean Gillon piece like this is not just about acquiring a beautiful piece of furniture; it's also about possessing a part of Brazilian design history and culture. This credenza is a testament to Jean Gillon’s creativity and vision, and it would make an excellent addition to any interior space that values and appreciates the significance of this design. The credenza is showcased in our showroom next to Jorge Zalszupin’s bar cart...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint Mahogany and Grasscloth Credenza Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, mahogany, credenza dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features a custom grasscloth facade treatment that contrasts nicely with his signature round brass plated...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Grasscloth, Mahogany

Rosewood Model 21 Sideboard by Omann Jun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In any room, you'll lose yourself in the spectacular rosewood grain of this truly impressive "Model 21" Sideboard designed by Andreas Omann for his own Omann Jun Møbelfabrik brand. W...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Felt, Wood, Rosewood

Danish Midcentury Sideboard in Oak Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking sideboard in Oak designed by Maa. Ib Kofod-Larsen. Made by Faarup Møbelfabrik. Model no.66. Original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Credenzas

Materials

Oak

52" Unison Vinyl Record Storage Stand in Natural Walnut
Located in Nyack, NY
An all-in-one solution, Unison combines both audio gear and record storage into a beautifully designed single piece of solid wood furniture. When flanked with floor standing speakers...
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2010s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Harold Schwartz for Romweber Credenza
Located in Denton, TX
Mid-Century Modern Harold Schwartz for Romweber Buffet. Many storage openings for flatware & china. A unique butterfly joinery- bow-tie design on the t...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Vintage British Mid-Century Teak "Sequence" Compact Credenza by A. Younger Ltd
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful MCM modern compact sideboard in teak part of the "Sequence" collection of A. Younger Ltd. Introduced on the British market in 1968. T...
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1960s English Scandinavian Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Teak

Hans Wegner Danish Modern Teak & Oak Drop Leaf End Table for Andreas Tuck
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautifully crafted early example end or side table designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker, Andreas Tuck. This teak and oak table has two extendable sid...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Oak, Teak

Antique French Ebonized and Amboyna Credenza/Sideboard
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique French ebonized and amboyna credenza/sideboard boasting a wonderful large beautifully crafted sevres style plaque with ormolu mounts to the centre door. The shaped frieze inl...
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19th Century French Antique Credenzas

Materials

Amboyna

Knoll Style Marble Top Walnut Credenza
Located in San Francisco, CA
Knoll style marble top walnut two door credenza or cabinet. Having four adjustable shelves and a later added electrical access hole. Supported on a chrome squared frame on adjustable...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Marble

Fully Restored Mid Century Sideboard U-452 by Jiří Jiroutek, 1960´Ss, Czech
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century sideboard-cabinet with sliding doors, catalogue No. U-452, designed by Jiri Jiroutek. It´s made of beechwood, veneer, plywood and laminate. In excellent condition, fully ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Laminate, Wood, Beech, Plywood

Martin Credenza, Walnut and Brass, Four-Door, Customizable
Located in Louisville, KY
The Martin credenza is built in our Louisville, KY studio using premium hardwoods and thoughtfully selected wood veneers. The cabinet showcases wide, featured American walnut, with b...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Scandinavian Low Sideboard 'Bastone', Natural Oak
Located in Paris, FR
Low sideboard Bastone // Oak Designed by Antrei Hartikainen, 2022 Dimensions : H. 50 cm / W. 200 cm / D. 53 cm Model shown in the picture : - Color : Oak - Without doors Designed by the award-winning master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen for Poiat Furniture, the Bastone Low Sideboard creates a natural continuum to the Bastone Collection. Standing at the forefront of art and design, the Bastone cabinets and sideboards showcase Hartikainen’s interest in studying light and shadow and his appreciation of craftsmanship. By expanding the collection with a lower-sized version, the Bastone Low Sideboard introduces the opportunity for media console use...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of three storage facilities and covered with very detailed designed do...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two storage facilities covered with handcarved hunting scene designed doo...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Oak

Early 19th Century English Sideboard ~ Credenza
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 19th Century English Sideboard ~ Credenza exhibits an English Colonial style, and is a perfect size as a companion piece in any room! Crafted from solid planks of old-growth o...
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Early 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Credenzas

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Brass

Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq
Located in Echt, NL
Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard in very good condition. Designed by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq in France 1962. This sideboard was produced in 1964. Manufactur...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal, Chrome

Wonderful Walnut 6 Drawer Dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Wonderful walnut 6 drawer walnut dresser credenza or sideboard by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb - Great vintage condition - Shows little signs of use. Has 6 solid oak drawers ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Walnut

Large Solid Oak Credenza Brutalist, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of three storage facilities and covered with ver...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Credenzas

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Oak

Hollywood Regency Acrylic Credenza
Located in Toledo, OH
Hollywood Regency Acrylic credenza. In the style of Tommi Parzinger the Cabinetmaker. Circa Mid-20th Century. Cream tone outside with green color inside and 0.75" acrylic legs. Stainless steel and bronze patina patterned studded cabinet doors with brass tacks and brass tassel pulls...
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Credenzas

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Brass, Stainless Steel

French Art Deco Sideboard
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Amazing piece, so much quality, inlay with mother-of-pearl and walnut wood creates a beautiful baskets on the door, wonderful original hardware, just beautiful.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Credenzas

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Marble

18th Century Spanish Colonial Paneled Cabinet
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very nice Spanish Colonial paneled cupboard or cabinet probably mid 18th century Spain constructed of Cedar and Pine. All paneled construction with clavos trim nails on the top. O...
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Early 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Credenzas

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Cedar

Vintage Danish Rosewood H.P. Hansen Sideboard Buffet
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern credenza sideboard buffet by H.P. Hansen in rosewood, circa 1960s. Features solid sculpted pulls and space saving sliding doors that offer hidden storage with adju...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Rosewood

Massive Traditional High End Granite Top Buffet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This beautiful piece of furniture is as substantial as it comes. Measuring just over 8ft the cabinet features lots of storage, both drawers and cabinets with shelves. The gorgeous gr...
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Late 20th Century Credenzas

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Granite

Antique Regency Period Rosewood Breakfront Chiffonier
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century Regency period rosewood breakfront chiffonier, having a green veined marble top above a brass inlaid frieze with three blue silk pleated brass grille doors, fla...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Credenzas

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Marble

Important Vladimir Kagan Rosewood Brass Dresser, Desk Unit, 1950s
Located in Culver City, CA
If you're a fan of Vladimir Kagan and are looking for a piece with a story, look no farther. This piece resided in the master bedroom of Vladimir Kagan and Erica Wilson's Park Avenue apartment. This is the Kagan Family Custom Dresser and Desk, Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc., USA, circa 1950. Designed by Vladimir Kagan for he and his wife's bedroom-- this set is truly stunning. Modular in nature, there is a dresser unit, that is flanked by a file cabinet, diagonally slatted drawers, and a drafting drawer for Kagan's pens. The unit has an attached drafting table with a drawer that features a multi-level adjusting lever where Vladimir Kagan himself used to sit and prepare his sketches. Below the drafting table, you can see the groove to pullout the drawer was completely hand tooled. This seat is comprised of hardwood, with rosewood veneer, brass legs and drawer pulls which have been polished back to their original glow, and a laminate top on the drafting table. This set can be seen as documented in: Martin Eidelberg, Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Abrams, p. 162 New York Social Diary, Vladimir Kagan, April 15, 2016 Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) was a German-born American furniture designer known for his sleek, modernist designs that combined organic shapes with high-tech materials. Kagan began his career in the 1940s, working for his father's furniture business in Germany. He later immigrated to the United States and started his own design studio in New York City in 1949. Over the next several decades, Kagan created hundreds of iconic designs, including his signature "Sculptured Chair" and "Floating Sofa," which became icons of 1950s and 60s modernism. Kagan's designs were celebrated for their sculptural quality and unique use of materials, such as fiberglass, lucite, and stainless steel. He also pioneered the use of ergonomics in furniture design, creating pieces that were not only beautiful but also comfortable to use. Throughout his career, Kagan received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to design, including the American Society of Interior Designers' Designer of Distinction award in 1985 and induction into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 2009. Kagan's impact on the world of furniture design is incredibly significant. His work helped define the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, and his innovative use of materials and focus on ergonomics continue to influence designers today. His designs are highly sought after by collectors and are displayed in museums around the world. This set is currently in our gallery with a set of Vladimir Kagan unicorn...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Credenzas

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Brass

Vintage, New and Antique Credenzas

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.

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