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Place of Origin: Danish
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co, 1960s
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautifully crafted Danish rosewood credenza designed by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co in the 1960s. This compact yet functional piece measures 54.5” wide, 17” deep, and 29.5” tal...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
Early Danish Modern "High" Cabinet / Storage, Teak and Beechwood, Tambour Doors
By Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Danish modernist cabinet, credenza, storage, amazing teak wood, superior quality and construction, amazing figured wood, sculptural beechwood base, Unusual reverse tambour d...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Brass
RY26' Ash Wood Sideboard by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare model ‘RY-26’ ash wood sideboard designed by Danish architect Hans Wegner and produced by Ry Møbler in the 1950s. This Mid-Century Modern sideboard is composed of delicately g...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Elm Wood Brutalist Design Decoratively Carved Credenza, Denmark, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
1960's Danish brutalist design credenza.
Decorative carved panels and three front doors and three front drawers.
Smoothly carved border around entire top surface.
Raised and sits on ...
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1960s Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Elm
Credenza by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Antwerp, BE
Arne Vodder; Credenza; sideboard; Denmark; Danish Design; Cabinet; Vintage; Mid-Century Modern;
Arne Vodder credenza - a mid-century Danish masterpiece. With hidden front doors an...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Danish Teak Credenza with Angled Front & Sliding Doors
Located in Oakland, CA
Beautifully crafted mid-century Danish teak credenza, featuring a distinctive angled front, sliding doors, and a series of three center drawers with book-matched grain. The sliding d...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking highboard in oak with rich carved details. ByHenry Kjærnulf.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Made by EG møbler in t...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Poul Hundevad Rosewood Credenza
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Poul Hundevad 2 Door Rosewood Credenza. Two Cabinets Available! Great size measuring 54.5 wide! Doors slide open easily to reveal a pull out drawe and shelf on left and one adjust...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Birch, Rosewood
$1,950 / item
Small Sideboard by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Danish Design
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Small Scandinavian sideboard by Arne Vodder for Sibast.
This sideboard is made of rosewood and composed of 3 drawers, 5 drawers paper an...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Palisander
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza / Sideboard, 1960s
Located in Hilversum, NL
Mid-Century Modern Danish teak highboard credenza / sideboard, 1960's. This incredible piece is gorgeous in its simple yet extremely functional design. The sideboard has stunning woo...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Teak
1960s Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler / George Tanier Credenza in Teak, Model 37
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large teak credenza sideboard, Model 37, initially designed by Arne Vodder in 1960 and produced by Sibast in Denmark. This example dates to the early 1960s. The piece has a...
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1960s Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Sled Base Rosewood Credenza Attributed to Arne Vodder, c. 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts beauty and functionality this exquisite credenza, attributed to Arne Vodder, is the epitome of 'functional art'. Constructed of a mix of solid and veneered Brazilian rose...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid Century Modern Tambour Door Credenza w/ Hutch MINT Time Capsule
By Hans J. Wegner, Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Tambour Door Credenza w/ Hutch MINT Time Capsule
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Light Oak Danish Modern 4' Credenza with 6 Adjustable Shelf Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century light oak Danish modern 4' credenza with 6 adjustable shelf unit bookcase. Lower cabinet has 2 sliding doors with 1 long adjustable s...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Sideboard or Cabinet in Teak by Axel Christensen Odder
By Axel Christensen, Axel Christiansen Odder
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 200 × 47 × 83 cm (approx. 78.7" × 18.5" × 32.7")
This original mid-century sideboard in Danish design was created by Axel Christensen Odder (ACO) and manufactured in Den...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid century danish modern low wide Teak Dresser credenza 4-Drawer
By Kibaek Mobelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century low wide Kibaek Mobelfabrik teak tabour door credenza or dresser. This credenza has 1 drawer and 2 shelves on left and on the right is 3 drawers behind the tambour slidin...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Rare Danish mid century sideboard model RY-26 designed by Hans Wegner, 1950´s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Hans Wegner RY-26 Sideboard, a mid-century Scandinavian gem. Measuring 200 cm wide, 49 cm deep, and 79 cm high, this 1950s piece from Ry Møbler, Denmark, showcases luxurious woo...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Moreddi Teak 4 Door Credenza/ Buffet
By Moreddi 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Moreddi 4 Door Buffet or Credenza. Door open with a large wood dowel through the top surface. Each handle is carved from solid Rosewood. Doors open to reveal ample storage with pu...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Dresser or Sideboard with Tambour Door
By Danflex Systems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A well-crafted mid-century modern teak credenza by Danflex Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece features a minimalist Danish design with clean lines and exceptional woodworking details. ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Wall Mount Teak Cabinet by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak wall mount credenza / cabinet with two sliding doors and four drawers. Designed by Hans Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1952.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza in Manner of Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Restored English Modern Teak And Rosewood Trestle Base Sideboard Credenza
By Portwood Furniture, Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Probably one of the most loved pieces in our store at the moment, this seemingly standard MCM credenza is packed with style and subtlety. Heads turn when the sculpted, rosewood tres...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Tambour Door Console or Credenza
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Console or Credenza with Tambour Doors. Adjustable shelves. 59w 19d 31.5h
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Sideboard for Genega Møbler in Teak Wood, 1960s Denmark
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Stunning Mid-Century Modern danish high sideboard for Genega Møbler in teak wood, 1960s Denmark.
This sideboard has a well made solid teak bas...
Category
1960s Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Mirror, Teak
$3,367 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans Wegner Teak President Tambour Door Credenza Sideboard
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Elegant President credenza in teak designed by Hans Wegner and manufactured in Denmark by Ry Mobler. This handsome credenza has smooth sliding tambour doors with chrome and teak pull...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
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...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Credenza by Erik Worts
By Erik Wørts
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak credenza with tambour doors on a low dowel leg base.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
$12,500
Danish Indoor Planter in Beech and Zinc by Brdr Dalsaargd for Illum Bolighus.
By Illum Bolighus
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Very elegant "planter" interior furniture to accommodate plants or any other useful or decorative object. In excellent condition, this piece of furniture is both elegant and function...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Zinc
$1,827 Sale Price
20% Off
Henning Kjaernulf for Bruno Hansen, teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
By Bruno Hansen, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Torino, IT
Henning Kjaernulf for Bruno Hansen, teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Credenza or Bookcase with Glass Doors by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern teak credenza with glass doors designed by Bernhard Pedersen in Denmark, circa 1960s. This credenza has a minimalist but highly functional design, where the te...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Teak
Kurt Ostervig Teak Credenza
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kurt Ostervig Teak Credenza. Sliding doors reveal a birch interior. Nice Size and Scale with doors on left and pull out drawers to the right. Dovetailed construction and velvet to...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard with Tambour Doors by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 250x50x120 cm (L x D x W)
This large sideboard was designed by famous Architect and Furniture Designer Arne Vodder in the 60s for Sibast in Denmark. The sideboard is made...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Son Sideboard Cabinets, 1950s Denmark, Signed
By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen & Son 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning well preserved all-original pair of BM-59 sideboard cabinets by Børge Mogensen for P. Lauritsen & Son are in mint condition. Sourced from the original owner, who is ret...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Brass
$8,800 Sale Price / set
26% Off
Henry Rosengren Hansen Large Teak Credenza
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Henry Rosengren Hansen large credenza for Brande Mobelfabrik, Denmark. High quality cabinetry construction and use of materials. Elegant design details including sculpted handles, bo...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Teak Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury Danish teak low dresser designed by Kai Kristiansen, 1955, Denmark. The dresser is crafted of teak with six book-matched drawers and...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Rosewood credenza sideboard, Danish 1970s from Skovby, mid-century cabinet
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Skovby furniture is renowned for its high quality. Recently, it has gained more recognition for its design and style, emerging from the shadows of top Danish mid-century modern desig...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
1970s Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Cabinet with Bookcase Hutch
By Poul Hundevad, Carlo Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1970s Danish Rosewood Cabinet with a coordinating Bookcase Hutch by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad. The top and sides of the piece feature a rich rosewood veneer exterior. ...
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1970s Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Steel
1970s Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen Brazilian Rosewood Danish Media Console
By Jacob Jensen, Bang & Olufsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1970s Media Console in Steel and Rosewood, designed by Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen, Denmark. The piece is constructed with a steel frame, and has a veneered Brazilian R...
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1970s Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Square Pull Teak Credenza by h.w. Klein #1
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: H.W. Klein
Manufacturer: Bramin
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 88.5″ wide x 18″ deep x 31″ tall
Condition: In excellent original condition with t...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Countryside, IL
Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza
This credenza measures: 78.75 wide x 17.75 deep x 32.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Danish Teak Credenza
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Danish Teak Credenza
This credenza measures: 90.5 wide x 20.5 deep x 29.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restor...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza
By Clausen & Søn
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza by Clausen and Sons
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Top has been refinished and does not original factory fi...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Tambour Door Credenza by Worts Mobler, C1960s
By Worts Mobler
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is a rare Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Worts Moller, circa 1960s. This exquisite piece showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design, featuring beauti...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Dyrlund teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
By Dyrlund
Located in Torino, IT
Dyrlund teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Blond Oak 66" Long Mid Century Danish Modern 6 Drawers Credenza Console Dresser
By Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Blond Oak 66" Long Mid Century Danish Modern 6 Drawers Credenza Console Dresser MINT!
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern H.W. Klein Teak Tambour Door Sideboard for Bramin
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern sideboard credenza designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin, Denmark circa 1960's. Features stunning sculpted legs and sliding tambour doors accented with polished alumin...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Poul Hundevad Oak Sideboard
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Unrestored
Dimensions: 42.5” L x 16.75” D x 29.5” H
Description: A vintage oak sideboard by Poul Hundevad. Freshly imported from Denmark.
Restoration is included in the...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Mid century Scandinavian Danish 3 door painted credenza with Key
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Danish 3 door painted credenza or sideboard. Has 3 top drawers with 3 lower doors with Key. Behind doors are 3 flat drawers and 4 adjustable shelves. All solid Oak custo...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
$2,800 Sale Price
30% Off
Hans J. Wegner Rosewood President Credenza for RY-Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner rosewood President credenza for RY-Mobler, Denmark. Iconic design by the master Hans Wegner in Brazilian rosewood with a white oak interior. Made from high quality mat...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Danish Modern Two Door Sliding Credenza With Floating Oak Base
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak, Oak
Measurements: 75" wide x 17.5" deep x 32" tall
Condition: In excellent original condition wi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak, Oak
Vintage teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage teak sideboard, Denmark 1960
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Kurt Østervig Sideboard in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kurt Østervig, sideboard, walnut, Denmark, 1950s
Sophisticated walnut sideboard by Kurt Østervig. The quality of this piece is reflected in the very well made seamless wood joints a...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Tambour Doors Rosewood Danish Mid-Century Modern Long Credenza Buffet Dresser
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Tambour Doors Rosewood Danish Mid-Century Modern long credenza buffet dresser.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
2006 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH002 Drop Leaf Dining Table in Oak, 36 x 74
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH002 Dining Table, designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1960. This example dates to 2006 and is formed of white oak. The piece features hinged extension leaves...
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Early 2000s Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Rosewood Cabinet with Glass Doors
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Modern rosewood cabinet, circa 1955 manufactured in Denmark. Crafted of rosewood with adjustable glass shelf and two glass sliding doors, raised on tapered legs. Modest proportions make for a versatile cabinet appropriate as a nightstand, media cabinet, or an entry way cabinet.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
1960s Poul Cadovius Cado Dining Table in Teak with Two Leaves 94"
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Rectangular Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak, designed by Poul Cadovius for Royal System in Denmark in the 1960s. We have had the table freshly refinished, revealing an exqui...
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1960s Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Steel
MG301 Credenza by Malte Gormsen
Located in Geneve, CH
MG301 Credenza by Malte Gormsen
Dimensions: D 45 x W 200 x H 70.8 cm.
Materials: Dark Nature oak.
Available in Nature, Raw Nature, Light Nature, Grey Nature, and Dark Nature finishe...
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2010s Post-Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Metal
$12,338 / item
Danish Teak Bow-Front Credenza Attributed to Svend Madsen, 1960s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Danish Modern bow-front credenza attributed to Svend Madsen. Crafted from warm-toned teak, its elegantly curved profile softens the rectilinear tradition of mid-century cabin...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H.W. Klein Teak and Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Berkeley, CA
This breathtaking Danish modern midcentury teak credenza was designed by H.W. Klein and manufactured by Bramin in the 1960s. Left and right doors slide open to reveal adjustable shel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Danish Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Christian VIII Serpentine-Front Sideboard in West Indies Mahogany, circa 1850
Located in Miami, FL
A very lovely and well-crafted sideboard/ credenza in fine West Indies mahogany with serpentine front that features two drawers over two cabinet doors, with carved rocaille details b...
Category
Mid-19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Danish Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Mahogany
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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