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Place of Origin: Danish
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
Materials
Metal
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
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
Materials
Oak
Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Materials
Wood, Teak
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
Materials
Brass
Carlo Jensen Rosewood Credenza with Bi-Folding Door
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
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
Materials
Birch, Rosewood
Expertly Restored - Carlo Jensen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Materials
Wood, Teak
Expertly Restored - Axel Christiansen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Aco Mobler
By Axel Christiansen Odder, Aco Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Materials
Wood, Teak
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
Materials
Teak
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
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Transforming a piece of Mi...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
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Glass, Wood, Teak
Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A Danish Mid-Century Modern low sideboard in Nordic oak, designed and crafted in Denmark. Often attributed to Henning (or Henry) Kjærnulf, this piece embodies Scandinavian Modern aes...
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1970s Brutalist Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Svend A. Larsen Tambour-Door Teak Credenza for Faarup Møbelfabrik
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Svend Aage Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Materials
Wood, 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
Materials
Oak, Teak
Dyrlund Danish Rosewood Tambour Door Cabinet or Credenza Mid Century Modern
By Dyrlund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking Danish Modern rosewood cabinet or credenza circa late 1970s or early 1980s. Features rich rosewood color and dramatic and active grain. Tablet-like legs support a cabinet ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Birch, 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
Materials
Teak
Danish Sideboard 60s Design Kai Kristiansen for Fedeballes Møbelfabrik
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Metal
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
Materials
Oak, 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
Materials
Beech, Birch
Hans J. Wegner "President" Brazilian Rosewood Tambour-Door Credenza
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
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
Materials
Steel
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
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Wood, Teak
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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Metal
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Sideboard by Jacob Kjær, Denmark, 1940s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Stockholm, SE
Grand sideboard by designer and cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær, made from mahogany with decorative round brass drawer handles. All of the drawers contain felted utensil racks for organizing...
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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
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...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Rosewood Sideboard Model No. 18 by Gunni Omann for Omann Jun, 1960s
By Gunni Omann, Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
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
Materials
Rosewood
Expertly Restored-Carlo Jensen Bi-Folding Door Walnut Credenza for Hundevad & Co
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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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
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Rare Pair Haug Snekkeri Bruksbo Cabinets Credenzas in Full Bookmatched Rosewood
By Haug Snekkeri, Bruksbo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This very rare cabinets were designed in the 1960s by Haug Snekkeri for Danish furniture maker Bruksbo. There were likely only a few hundred ever made, and we have a matching pair. A...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Maple, 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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenza
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek, minimal, and masterfully crafted, this Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza exemplifies the elegance and functionality that define Scandinavian design. Constructed from ric...
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Mid-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
Materials
Maple, Teak
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
Materials
Teak
Side board by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking highboard in oak with rich carved details. Attributed to Henry Kjærnulf.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Probably m...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner "President" Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
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
Materials
Steel
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak 6 Drawers Dresser Credenza Recessed Pulls MINT!
By Torring Mobelfabrik, George Tanier
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
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Cabinet in Teak for Søborg Møbelfabrik, 1956
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Cabinet designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1956, a beautifully crafted example of Danish mid-century modernism
Constructed from solid teak, th...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Sideboard in Teak from Axel Christensen Odder
By Axel Christiansen Odder, Axel Christensen
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 240x47x80 cm (Width x Depth x Height)
Dimensions: approx. 94.5 x 18.5 x 31.5 in
This Scandinavian design sideboard or TV console was manufactured in the 1950s by Axel Ch...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Design Small Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish design sideboard
Rosewood anybody?! This sideboard is made by the subtle drawing and warm color of the rosewood. Finished in a beautiful rosewood veneer this cabinet comes wit...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
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.
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Rosewood
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
Materials
Teak
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Rosewood Credenza
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Rosewood Credenza
This credenza measures: 71.75 wide x 19.5 deep x 29.75 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Low 4 Drawers Sliding Doors Compartment Credenza
By Maurice Villency
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern take long condenser dresser. with two sliding doors compartment adjustable shelves and four drawers. Made in Denmark for Maurice Villency.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen Teak Floating Cabinet with Brass Pulls
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans J. Wegner floating cabinet or chest, designed for Johannes Hansen. Beautifully constructed from rich old-growth teak, this cabinet features two banks of drawers, with a total of...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Brass
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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