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Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests. The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

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

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

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

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Style Cane / Wicker Front Credenza
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this hard-to-find cane front Paul McCobb credenza! The frame appears to be oak, and the six panels open to drawers over shelves. It dates approximately to the 1960s. It is unm...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Cane, Oak

Edmond J. Spence Credenza for Industria Meublera, Mexican Modernism c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A mid-century, Mexican Modernism two door server designed by Edmond Spence for Industria Meublera for the Aztec Line. Lacquered, solid mahogany or cherry with carved relief do...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Cherry, Mahogany

Abstract Polka Dot Inlay White Media Console
Located in New York, NY
"Kusama-Inspired Polka Dots White Media Console" Infuse your living space with a burst of creativity and style with our Kusama-Inspired Bold Polka Dots Media Console. Drawing inspir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Bone, Wood

1950's John Keal design for Brown-Saltman Low Credenza Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-century four-door very low cabinet designed by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. Gorgeous walnut grain throughout. Nickel-plated pulls and back plate. Exceptionally versatile piece of furniture which could be used as a bench, entry way cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser or Credenza, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern ten-drawer dresser or credenza By John Widdicomb USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut, with original brass hardware and unique flared lags. Measures: 74"W...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Knoll Walnut Credenza with Marble Top
Located in Toledo, OH
Knoll Walnut credenza with marble top. Circa 20th century around 1952. Walnut 4 door credenza on a square tube chrome frame with adjustable sh...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Brazilian Modern Credenza in Caviuna Hardwood by Forma Moveis, 1960’s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this magnificent Mid-Century Modern Credenza in Caviuna Hardwood designed by Forma Moveis in Brazil during the sixties decade is absolutely gorgeous! The piece is e...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Hardwood

65 Davis Allen Oak Stainless Credenza
Located in Pasadena, TX
Davis Allen joined Skidmore, Owing and Merrill (SOM) in 1950 as a junior architectural designer. In the intervening forty years, and since 1965 with the rank of Associate Partner, Senior Interior Designer, Allen collaborated with three generations of SOM partners. 64" GF Davis Allen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Stainless Steel

Unique Mid-Century Modern Danish Sideboard from the 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A beautiful and rare piece of furniture. Haven’t been able to find the designers name, but definitely in the style of Kai Kristiansen.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenza
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 Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinets, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie compact credenzas, sideboard buffets, or bar cabinets By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collec...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Nickel

Florence Knoll Four Position Rosewood Credenza
Located in Highland, IN
A classic design by Florence Knoll, the 'four position' credenza is an elegant cabinet appointed with many refined details. Supported by a polished chrome steel base, the case is ven...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Marble, Steel

René Gabriel Patinated Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
René Gabriel Patinated Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s This mid-century sideboard, crafted from patinated French oak, was designed by René Gabriel in the 1940s in France. It was part of a collection of emergency furniture created for war victims, which is reflected in its simple and functional design. The sideboard features two storage units and five drawers, and it has developed a beautiful patina over time. In its patinated condition, this piece would make a striking addition to any room, whether a living room, family room, screening room, or office. It would also fit well in hospitality or corporate settings, such as a boutique hotel lobby, cocktail bar, members club, or luxury boutique. Incorporating mid-century design is a sustainable choice, as it repurposes furniture...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Vintage Mid-Century Brouer Six-Drawer Rosewood Credenza 1960s
Located in Emeryville, CA
Brouer Møbelfabrik, often referred to simply as Brouer, was a Danish furniture manufacturer known for producing high-quality, minimalist furniture in the 1960s and 1970s. Specializin...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Maple Predictor Credenza by Paul McCobb for O’hearn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful unique Mid-Century Modern solid maple credenza sideboard #8354 designed by Paul McCobb for O'Hearn "Predictor" collection, circa 1950. This rare piece has a single vertical...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel

John Widdicomb Oriental Three Doors Credenza or Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice John Widdicomb oriental server.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Midcentury Credenza with Topper by Stanley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive midcentury piece features a sturady finished walnut construction including a finished back, a credenza with three dovetail jointed drawers with two cabinets on either...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Polka Dot Inlay White Media Console
Located in New York, NY
"Kusama-Inspired Polka Dots White Media Console" Infuse your living space with a burst of creativity and style with our Kusama-Inspired Bold Polka Dots Media Console. Drawing inspir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Bone, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Credenza in Walnut and Brass, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950-1959, this vintage walnut dresser showcases refined Mid-Century craftsmanship. It features side doors that reveal shelvin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Hand-carved Oak Brutalist Style Sideboard with Four Doors, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak Sideboard handcarved with five doors and central interior shelve. Measurements: W 160 x D 48.5 x H 82.5 Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 craftsmen in ou...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Swivel Centre Bar Walnut Mid-Century Modern Credenza Sideboard Sculptural Legs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kagan influence sculptural legs Mid-Century Modern three compartment side board credenza with swivel bar in the centre compartment. Beautiful walnut finish. When fully open the centr...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Dyrlund Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Dyrlund Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Credenza This credenza measures: 74 wide x 19 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vinta...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Expertly Restored Enameled Lane Staccato or Mosaic Brutalist Dresser & Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This dresser was designed in the brutalist style made iconic by Paul Evans, and manufactured by Lane USA, circa 1970s. Made with varied blocks of oak attached to the front, it lends ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Enamel

Rare Vladimir Kagan Credenza, Vladimir Kagan Designs, 1970s
Located in Culver City, CA
This credenza is a magnificent Vladimir Kagan collectors item. Featuring a maple veneered top and sides, with a lacquered body and chrome accent-- all sitting firmly atop of a pair of tall acrylic...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Basket Weave Credenza by Edward Wormley in Mahogany, C. 1960s
Located in Westport, CT
Very rare four-door mahogany credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, featuring striking brass basket weave front panels. The center doors open to reveal a spacious shelf, while the si...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Teak Highboard
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Great Vintage Condition Dimensions: 60” L x 16.75” L x 47.5” Description: A vintage compact teak Highboard. Freshly imported from Denmark. INV 2-6 Contact us for mor...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Tambour Door Teak Credenza by Svend Aage Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century credenza designed by Svend Aage Larsen, Denmark. This monumental credenza has a sleek profile featuring two smooth sliding tambour doors with sculpted handles and sits on...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Wood and steel sideboard by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant sideboard designed by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova in the 1970s, an expression of Italian modernist design. The frame is made of wood with a natural finish, while the base...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Steel

Edmond Spence Lacquered Walnut 6 Drawers Long Dresser Cabinet Credenza Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Edmond Spence sculptural pierced carved pulls Lacquered walnut 6 drawers long dresser cabinet credenza mint! Sculptural pierced carved pulls.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Maple, Teak

Tall Danish Modern Sideboard by Henning Kjaernulf, Circa 1960s
Located in San Antonio, TX
Henning Kjaernulf mid-century solid oak credenza. This Danish modern tall sideboard features four doors with carved accents opening to interior storage space featuring five shelves a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak CREDENZA / Media Stand, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza / Media Stand featuring gorgeous sculptural hand-pulls, c. 1960's. Simple yet extremely functional design and the perfect layout for a media s...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Mid-Century Credenza by Founders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern long cabinet by Founders with parquet diamond style front panels. Two side cabinets with shelves and middle drawers. Great 1960s design and construction. Please co...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Danish Small Rosewood Sideboard by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Deens design sideboard Rosewood anybody?! This medium sized sideboard is all about the print and colour of the rosewood veneer. Very much an eye catcher in any modern and light inter...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Maurice Villency Black Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern sideboard with black polished finish and blonde wood trim. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).    
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Maurice Villency Black Credenza
Maurice Villency Black Credenza
$1,960 Sale Price
30% Off
Restored Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dresser by Broyhill Premier
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Two identical dressers are available. They are listed and sold individually. Please inquire if you are only interested in both. Well it’s 2024, and Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something magical about the Chapter One line. Maybe they’re just more fun and approachable. Maybe it’s the proportions and practicality. Regardless, they’re one of our favourite collections of all time. The restoration team pulled no punches on this Chapter One Yellow Dresser...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Plastic, Hardwood, Acrylic

Bernhard Pedersen & Son MCM Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Sideboard Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tambour Door Sideboard Credenza This credenza measures: 83 wide x 19.75 deep x 27 inches high All pieces of furniture can be ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

1960s Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Two Door Credenza
Located in Emeryville, CA
This stunning Danish Mid-Century credenza showcases the unparalleled beauty of richly grained rosewood, exuding timeless elegance. The captivating wood grain flows seamlessly across ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Teak Credenza with Shelving and Storage Drawer Denmark Design
Located in Basel, BS
Fantastic, minimalist Original Danish Teak Mid Century Credenza piece that is just the perfect size for a Dining room, living room for a TV, or a bedroom. This piece works everywhere...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Pair of Florence Knoll Floating Credenza for Knoll Inc.
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
This pair of credenzas were acquired from the family that owned the first Knoll concession in Mexico, at some point the doors were painted black and they were assembled one with the ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut, Leather

Long Walnut Media Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This long sideboard made of walnut wood grain features two cabinets concealed by four doors, and two wide drawers on top. Each is accented by a dark wood pull that plays off the ligh...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Mid-century Walnut Credenza by Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
Jens Risom designed this credenza as part of an executive office suite. The handsome walnut case sets a shallow divided drawer above a deep drawer on either side of two shelves conce...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal

Large French Midcentury Parchment Credenza
Located in Kent, Dover
A large French Mid-Century credenza, ebonised with parchment doors. The handles in brass fleur de lis and the interior has provision for two shelves, the options being wood or glass,...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet Credenza
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Two-door Mid-Century Modern cabinet by Jens Risom. Classic style of Risom where case appears to be floating on base. Nickeled hardware, finished back, Divided in centre with two adju...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

DeCoene Freres Brustalist Stained Black Oak Credneza Sideboard Belgium c1970
Located in Chicago, IL
A DeCoene Freres blackened cerused oak small credenza with geometrically placed concave circles. Belgium c1970.
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Mid Century Credenza - True White Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Perfectly balancing style and functionality, Classic Regency designs, and mid century modern elegance, this piece is a stunning addition to any home decor. The breakfront credenza, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Fabulous Enrique Garcel Tessellated Bone Credenza Cabinet Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning petite Enrique Garcel tessellated bone pill-shaped cabinet credenza. This piece has a very unusual capsule shape and is well crafted using tessellated pieces of bone. It mea...
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1970s Colombian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Bone

Oak Credenza with Marble Top by Florence Knoll for Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Florence Knoll in 1961, this handsome credenza comprises a light oak case on a chrome base with a marble top in "white extra." Four doors with inset handles conceal adju...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Marble, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Danish Sideboard in Teak from Axel Christensen Odder
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 Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Sulaco Media Console
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sulaco media console champions the foundations of the Danish Modern Movement. Rooted in functionality, every curve and feature is meticulously crafted to ensure aesthetics and ut...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Cane, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Sulaco Media Console
Sulaco Media Console
$10,195 / item
Mini Teak Credenza / Entry Chest By Omann Jun
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Gunni Omann Manufacturer: Omann Jun Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 33.5″ wide x 14.5″ deep x 23.25″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Teak

Macassar Ebony French Credenza by N. F. Ameublement, 1950
Located in Chicago, IL
Macassar Ebony French Credenza by N. F. Ameublement, 1950. Measures 94.5" long, 21.5" deep 36.5" tall
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Macassar

STANLEY WALNUT & Iron Hutch / DIVIDER / WALL UNIT. Spade HAND Pulls
Located in Buffalo, NY
Epic and rare two-tier Hutch credenza/ wall unit / bar cabinet from the Heritage Collection for Stanley Distinctive Furniture circa 1960s...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass, Iron

Mid Century Modern Long Rounded Sides Credenza by Thonet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Rare Mid-Century Modern long credenza with rounded drum shape ends credenza dresser by Thonet. Comes with the working key.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Wonderful Paul Evans Cityscape Mid-Century Chrome Sideboard Buffet Credenza
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Scrumptious signed Paul Evans cityscape credenza. This piece is quite unique with the puzzle door hinges and the chocolate brown fibreglass top and plinth bottom. There is a signatur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Credenza by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from premium solid teak wood, this mid-century modern credenza is a timeless addition to any interior. Its soft, rounded edges and dark toned finish exude sophistication, whi...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Teak

Arthur Umanoff for Dillingham Burl Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Many modern cabinets try to emulate the style, but the original is always better! Arthur Umanoff designed this simple and handsome credenza for Dilligham in the 1970s, and it looks m...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Burl

Cabinet Credenza Sideboard with Sliding Door by Ico Parisi for MiM, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning small sideboard with sliding doors in wood and aluminum designed by Ico Parisi and produced by MiM Roma in Italy during the 1960s. The sideboard is signed inside. In amazin...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Mirrored Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern credenza features ample room behind its four cabinet doors. A mirrored front and top makes this a unique addition...
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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mirrored Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Mirrored Credenza
$2,450 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Burl Wood Sideboard after Romeo Rega
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique midcentury sideboard features lacquered burl wood finish with brass trim in the style of Romeo Rega offers a stylish and spacious storage option for home or office storag...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Geometrical Credenza in Wood and Brass, Italy 1960's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Geometrical Credenza in Wood and Brass, Italy 1960's This unique credenza combines playful geometric shapes with a functional and airy design. Its layered structure gives the piece ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Shop Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas and Other Credenzas on 1stDibs

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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