Modern Credenzas
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Credenza Sculpted by John Eric Byers
Located in Geneve, CH
M4 Credenza sculpted by John Eric Byers
Dimensions: 81.3 x 274.3 x 45.7 cm
Materials: Carved blackened maple, brass
All works are...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
$59,135 / item
Gala White Oak Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Gala Chest of Drawers in its contemporary style suggests warmth and practicality. Its raised design lightens its volume and puts wood as the principal material in different forms...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
$3,870 / item
Modern Walnut Credenza by Thomas Throop / Black Creek Designs - Made to Order
Located in New Canaan, CT
Inspired by the simplicity of Asian furniture and a nod to mid-century modern the Vivian credenza speaks to elegance and function. The sliding doors allow for easy access to the stor...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Canvas Credenza by Phaedo
Located in Geneve, CH
Canvas credenza by Phaedo
Dimensions: W 72" x D 18" x H 30" inches
Materials: natural black walnut
Madder dyed side-panels
Osage dyed drawer...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
$12,484 / item
Materia Geometria Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Completely designed and made in Italy, this sideboard it’s an expression of fine Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenzas by Hans Wegner for Mobler RY-26, 1 Left
By A.A. Forenade Möblerfabrikaner
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern teak credenzas by Hans Wegner for Mobler. Original finish. Sliding doors conceal adjustable shelves. Turned and tapered legs. Very nice original finish. Light wear...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Burl Faced Four-Door Credenza with Stepped Brass Framed Front
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom, made to order burl wood faced, four door credenza with stepped brass front and body in finished in matte lacquer. The clean, detailed exterior is complimented by a finished i...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Leather & Wood Sideboard, Novare by Francesco Balzano for Giobagnara
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary leather & lacquered wood sideboard - Novare by Francesco Balzano for Giobagnara.
Distinguished by monolithic volumes a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Leather, Suede, Wood
Credenza Sculpted by John Eric Byers
Located in Geneve, CH
M1 Credenza sculpted by John Eric Byers
Dimensions: 66 x 195.6 x 45.7 cm
Materials: Carved blackened maple, brass
All works are ...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
$46,298 / item
Ellen Bookcase - 1x2 size - by KLN Studio
By KLN Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This eye catching bookcase is made to order, and can be painted in any color under the sun! Hand built to last, the Ellen bookcase is sure to take center stage in any space. The roun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
$2,250 / item
Greta Credenza Natural Woodwork Fine Lacquered Handmade Details
Located in Roma, IT
A functional and practical cabinet, based on a discrete elegance, Greta combines a playful geometrical shapes, colors and woodwork.
The outside is formed by 4 drawers on top and 4 d...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Oak and Marble Console with Rush Shelf - Polished Nickel Plated
Located in Venice, CA
The oak console is made from a single hand selected solid white oak board, ensuring consistent coloring and matching grain patterns throughout. It is fabricated by an artisan who has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Steel
Mediterranean Style ALPI Dolomiti Finish & Carrara Marble Cabinet optional sizes
Located in Encinitas, CA
“ALPI” - Exclusive custom handcrafted Mediterranean style credenza line featuring our solid Italian Old Chestnut with a brushed finish we’ve named Dolomiti, after the famous limeston...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Carrara Marble
Quadra Nastro Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A stunning sideboard that combines Fine Italian design with exceptional craftsmanship. Made of premium solid walnut in natural oil finish, it’s a timeless piece perfect for elegant a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Sideboard Jan Italian Design Modern Handmade Wood and Resin Sculpture
Located in Budoia, IT
The Credenza "JAN" is an Italian design piece made of wood and finished with a water-based acrylic enamel coating and transparent resin finish. Its presence is comparable to a work o...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Resin, Wood
Ellen Bookcase - 2x3 size - by KLN Studio
By KLN Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This eye catching bookcase is made to order, and can be painted in any color under the sun! Hand built to last, the Ellen bookcase is sure to take center stage in any space. The roun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
$4,000 / item
Italian Sideboard Covered In Blue and Orange Murano Mirrored Glass
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This Italian sideboard is crafted from solid birch wood, renowned for its durability and refined aesthetic. Its design features a striking combination of blue glass and mirrors that ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Wood
1970s Steel and Glass Dining or Conference Table Attributed to Jacob Epstein
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Custom Large Polished Steel Rectangular Conference or Dining Table, attributed to Jacob Epstein for Cumberland circa 1970s. The piece features a frame crafted from chromed ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Ziggy credenza Contemporary Handmade Marquetry Unique Luxury Furniture
Located in Roma, IT
The Ziggy credenza was developed after the research and study on the jewels of the Brazilian indigenous people, which for centuries has produced them for centuries with plant seeds i...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
$17,360 Sale Price
30% Off
Decontemporary, Orsi, Ella Chest of Drawers, Oak Wood Stained Wengè Matt Finish
Located in Cabiate, IT
Ella wooden chest of drawers in Oak wood stained Wengè matt finish, n° 6 drawers with wave pattern.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
TALL Bouk Mayer Made and Designed Modern Contemporary Sideboard / Room Divider
Located in Markington, GB
You are looking at a large Bouk Mayer designed and made, modern contemporary side board, room divider
This architectural (contemporary / modern) designed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Credenzas
Materials
Tulipwood
1960s Jens Risom Designs Large 3-Drawer Cabinet / Credenza American Black Walnut
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a walnut credenza, designed by Jens Risom and produced by his company, Jens Risom Designs. It was handcrafted in the USA in the 1960s. It has a beautifully grained walnut cas...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
1950s Sliding Doors Belief in Oakwood
Located in Milano, IT
1950s belief in oakwood with sliding doors.
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Comète Bar by Emilie Lemardeley
Located in Clamart, FR
Massive brass and black stone
Unique piece
created in 2016.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Materia Rovere Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Completely designed and made in Italy, this sideboard it’s an expression of fine Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Oscar Credenza Natural Wood Handmaid Details Luxury Furniture
Located in Roma, IT
Oscar credenza is a combination of Modern lines and contemporary design challenges, for an imposing and sophisticated design to your home.
It is all covered on the sides with exclus...
Category
2010s South American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
$5,920 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Custom Sample Material/Finish Set '"CAVE" Credenza'
Located in North Branch, NY
A custom set of materials and finishes in the style of the "Cave" credenza. Set to include 1 - 8" x 8" tile of oak with both natural and burnt/oiled finish, 1 - 8" x 8" tile of black...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Sideboard Mia Italian Design Modern Handmade Wood and Resin Sculpture
Located in Budoia, IT
The Credenza "MIA" is an Italian design piece made of wood and finished with a resin paste coating. Its presence is comparable to a work of art and enhances the environment where it ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Resin, Wood
1950s Monumental Brazilian Rosewood Credenza by Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a truly “monumental” Danish credenza, designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen and produced by his company, Brande Møbelindustri. It was handcrafted in Denmark in the 1950s, execut...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
1990s Propeller Credenzas in Birdseye Maple by Emanuela Frattini for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Propeller Credenzas in Birdseye Maple, designed by Emanuela Frattini for Knoll in 1994. The listed price includes one credenza, and we have two available for purcha...
Category
1990s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Two-Tone Black Italian Credenza on Brass Legs
Located in Stamford, CT
A flat black sideboard with high gloss recessed lines. Italian circa 1965. Case has three doors two housing shelves on either side of 5 drawers.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Quadra Scacco Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quadra collection of solid wood cabinets mix modern and classic designs. Each piece is unique thanks to the different grain of the wood and is finely crafted in Italy by the expe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Artes Nastro Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A stunning sideboard that combines fine Italian design with exceptional craftsmanship. Made of premium solid walnut in natural oil finish, it’s a timeless piece perfect for elegant a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Eleva Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Its simplistic beauty, fine craftsmanship, and exceptional details compose a timeless piece made in Italy by expert hands. The sideboard front presents a linear composition result of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Puraforma Solid Wood Sideborad, Walnut Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Handcrafted in Italy with passion and expertise, the Puraforma solid wood sideboard combines aesthetic solutions with a sophisticated design. The doors in debarked wood highlight the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Lauta Cerchio Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Made in Italy with passion and competence, the Lauta solid wood sideboard condenses aesthetics with a refined design. The solutions doors, in Wengè solutions are front hand with a pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut, Wenge
Sinuo Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A contemporary but classic design result of the expertise of our artisan furniture-makers that apply skills that have accumulated over a career of crafting wood with passion and atte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut, Wenge
1965 Olive Ash Burl and Marble Credenza by Gordon Bunshaft of SOM
By Som American, Gordon Bunshaft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a monumental custom 2-position credenza, produced in 1965 by Gordon Bunshaft for the interior of the Chase Manhattan Bank headquarters, one of Bunshaft and SOM's most notable...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Steel
Traccia Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Contemporary design and classic soul. This solid wood sideboard is the result of our artisans’ craftmanship and passion. The delicate wavy front creates a refined contrast between li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Materia Rovere Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Completely designed and made in Italy, this sideboard it’s an expression of fine Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Quadra Nastro Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quadra collection of solid wood cabinets mix modern and classic designs. Each piece is unique thanks to the different grain of the wood and is finely crafted in Italy by the expe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Quadra Scacco Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A stunning sideboard that combines Fine Italian design with exceptional craftsmanship. Made of premium solid walnut in natural oil finish, it’s a timeless piece perfect for elegant a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Quadra Nastro Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quadra collection of solid wood cabinets mix modern and classic designs. Each piece is unique thanks to the different grain of the wood and is finely crafted in Italy by the expe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Materia Rovere Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Completely designed and made in Italy, this sideboard it’s an expression of fine Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Eleva Solid Wood Sideboard, Walnut in Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Its simplistic beauty, fine craftsmanship, and exceptional details compose a timeless piece made in Italy by expert hands. The sideboard front presents a linear composition result of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Materia Rovere Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
This solid wood cabinet represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship in Made in Italy furniture. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The result is a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Materia Geometria Solid Wood Sideboard, Oak and Walnut Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
This solid wood cabinet represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship in Made in Italy furniture. Handcrafted with passion and skills and finished by hand in every detail. The result is a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Plano Credenza (Two Door) in Bronze, Curved Glass Doors, Marble Top
Located in Vancouver, BC
Handcrafted curved glass and metal vitrine, a fitting vessel for the display of precious objects - this unique work is topped with marble quarried from an island off the west coast o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Price Upon Request
Bronze Low Console with Cabinets
By Gary Magakis
Located in New York, NY
Gary Magakis has built a cult-like following among top designers and collectors for his dynamic studio-driven metal furniture composed of seemingly simple geometric shapes. His hand-formed bronze and steel designs have been featured in Financial Times, Architectural Digest, and Interiors Magazine, among others. Magakis’ works have been acquired by the National Museum of American Jewish History...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Price Upon Request
Walnut Meta Credenza by Barlas Baylar
Located in New York, NY
The Meta Credenza by Barlas Baylar is a functional objet d’art comprised of a Polished or Satin Walnut case elegantly cradled by branches of Polished Bronze or Stainless Steel. The ...
Category
2010s European Modern Credenzas
Materials
Stainless Steel, Bronze
Price Upon Request
Plano Credenza in Bronze, Curved Glass Doors, Marble Top, Black Walnut Shelves
Located in Vancouver, BC
Handcrafted curved glass and metal vitrine, a fitting vessel for the display of precious objects - this unique work is topped with marble quarried from an island off the west coast o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Brian Thoreen Black Rubber Credenza / Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful black rubber and brass credenza with an aniline dyed wood interior by Brian Thoreen. Made to order in Los Angeles with a lead time of 10-12 weeks. Please inquire for custo...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Price Upon Request
Large Brian Thoreen Rubber and Brass Credenza or Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful rubber and brass credenza with an aniline dyed wood interior by Brian Thoreen. Made to order in Los Angeles with a lead time of 10-12 weeks. Please inquire for custom sizi...
Category
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Price Upon Request
Modern credenzas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern credenzas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage credenzas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern credenzas made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original credenzas, popular names associated with this style include Blake Tovin, Matt Richmond, Andrew Forseth, and Greenapple. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for credenzas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1 and tops out at $104,526 while the average work can sell for $8,742.