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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
Expertly Restored - Modern Rosewood Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co.
Expertly Restored - Modern Rosewood Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co.

Expertly Restored - Modern Rosewood Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co.

$2,895

Expertly Restored - Modern Rosewood Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad & Co.

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 precis...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch, Rosewood

Custom Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Danish Modern L.A.
Custom Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Danish Modern L.A.

Custom Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Danish Modern L.A.

$3,895

Custom Tambour-Door Teak Credenza by Danish Modern L.A.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer Danish Modern LA Manufacturer Danish Modern LA

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA
Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

$5,895

Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA

By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut Wood, Satin-Lacquered Drawers ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

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Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Mid century Florence Knoll Black & White Cabinet Credenza leather pulls
Mid century Florence Knoll Black & White Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

Mid century Florence Knoll Black & White Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

$4,000

Mid century Florence Knoll Black & White Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Florence knoll Black & White Credenza. Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (4) White laminate front Sliding doors with leather pulls that rev...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1960s teak sideboard with wall-mounted system, Italian design
Vintage 1960s teak sideboard with wall-mounted system, Italian design

Vintage 1960s teak sideboard with wall-mounted system, Italian design

$4,386Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 1960s teak sideboard with wall-mounted system, Italian design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Wall-mounted sideboard, the structure includes a lower sideboard with drawers and doors, an additional tall cabinet on the left, and open shelves above. Made of teak with breadstick ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern
Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

$2,497Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Teak Low Sideboard by Clausen & Søn, 1960s Denmark, Mid-century Modern

By Clausen & Søn

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Vintage Danish low sideboard in teak by Clausen & Son iwth original sticker on the back, made in the 1960s. Clean mid-century modern design with a low, long form and balanced pro...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 66 Inch Credenza
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 66 Inch Credenza

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 66 Inch Credenza

$3,895

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 66 Inch Credenza

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 66 Inch Credenza This credenza measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Small Areas of Minor Stain W...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

$1,895

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza
Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

$5,400 / item

Jack Cartwright For Founders Brazilian Rosewood Credenza

Located in New York, NY

Amazing 1960's mid-century modern Brazilian rosewood credenza with three drawers and two doors with one adjustable shelf, designed by Jack Cartwright for founders, fully restored wit...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood, Lacquer

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in wood and glass Italian design
Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in wood and glass Italian design

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in wood and glass Italian design

$3,266Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in wood and glass Italian design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Teak wood sideboard with black wood details and glass top, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZING: Height 74 cm, width 2...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood

Modern Penedo Greyish Oak Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Modern Penedo Greyish Oak Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Modern Penedo Greyish Oak Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

$39,667 / item

Modern Penedo Greyish Oak Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Penedo Marble Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Penedo marble sideboard captures the enduring beauty of natu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Stainless Steel, Brass

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered & Walnut Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered & Walnut Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered & Walnut Credenza by Danish Modern LA

$3,150 / item

Custom Made Multi-Color Lacquered & Walnut Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer Danish Modern LA Manufacturer Danish Modern LA Materials: Walnut Wood, Satin Lacquered Wood

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design
Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

$2,333Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Tall teak wood sideboard with gilt brass inserts, the two central sliding doors are black painted wood, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear due ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1960s Sideboard Designed by G. Frattini for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Vintage 1960s Sideboard Designed by G. Frattini for La Permanente Mobili Cantù

Vintage 1960s Sideboard Designed by G. Frattini for La Permanente Mobili Cantù

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage 1960s Sideboard Designed by G. Frattini for La Permanente Mobili Cantù

By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Sideboard with wooden shelves and drawers, designed by Gianfranco Frattini for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, with signs of wear due to age. DIMEN...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

$2,095

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960
Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

$4,083

Spanish Credenza Sideboard Massive Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Large Spanish credenza sideboard dresser buffet, made circa 1960 The four doors of this sideboard are carved with medieval-themed decorations. You can admire coats of arms, helmets, ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co.
Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co.

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co.

$3,500

Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Teak Credenza by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad Co.

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 precis...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Birch, Teak

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design
Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

$5,903

Ivory Sideboard with Three Doors, Solid Wood & Murano Glass Design

Located in Guazzora, IT

Discover our extraordinary sideboard, a unique piece that embodies the elegance and sophistication of contemporary design. Designed and handcrafted with obsessive attention to detail...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s
French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

$1,510

French Riviera Organic Cabinet in Rattan, Bamboo and Brass, Italy, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century cabinet fully made in bamboo and woven rattan. This wonderful organic two-door cabinet was produced in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing condition and with a c...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Stereo Console Cabinet by Ace-Hi Furniture
Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Stereo Console Cabinet by Ace-Hi Furniture

Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Stereo Console Cabinet by Ace-Hi Furniture

$1,800

Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Stereo Console Cabinet by Ace-Hi Furniture

By ACE-HI

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage record console credenza manufactured by Ace-Hi Furniture of California, circa 1960's. This unique media cabinet is made of solid planked walnut featuring sliding doors accent...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

$2,300 / item

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

The Lawrence Tambour Door Stereo Credenza
The Lawrence Tambour Door Stereo Credenza

The Lawrence Tambour Door Stereo Credenza

$7,800

The Lawrence Tambour Door Stereo Credenza

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This credenza is a tambour door stereo console inspired by Mid Century Modern Design, a love of music and records, and our friend Lawrence who firs...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

$3,480 / item

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

The Turned Leg Douglas Stereo Cabinet is functionally the same as the original Douglas cabinet but with a classic turned leg. It's been meticulously designed to be the perfect home f...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb Planner Group 20-Drawer Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
Paul McCobb Planner Group 20-Drawer Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

Paul McCobb Planner Group 20-Drawer Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

$9,500

Paul McCobb Planner Group 20-Drawer Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

By Paul McCobb, Winchendon

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern 20-drawer long dresser or credenza By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch, with black lacquered...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza and Hutch
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza and Hutch

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza and Hutch

$4,595 / set

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza and Hutch

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures: 56 wide x 17 deep x 28 inches high The hutch measures: 55.5 wide x 13 deep x 47 inches high ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Eight Drawer Dresser Vanity Credenza Suite Danish Moder
Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Eight Drawer Dresser Vanity Credenza Suite Danish Moder

Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Eight Drawer Dresser Vanity Credenza Suite Danish Moder

$8,700

Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Eight Drawer Dresser Vanity Credenza Suite Danish Moder

By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Wahl Iversen Manufacturer: Vinde Møbelfabrik Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 139.75″ wide x 17.75″ deep x 30″ tall Dresser 71.5" wide x 17.75"...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA
Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

$2,695 / item

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA Designer Danish Modern LA Manufacturer Danish Modern LA

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s
Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

$1,365

Danish TV Rack Side Board with Tambour Doors by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Mid century tv rack side board, with tambour doors, designed and manufactured by Dyrlund of Denmark. Produced in beautifully grained teak this piece is another...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza
Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

$7,583 / item

Hammered Brass Sideboard with Travertine Top, Modern Luxury Credenza

Located in Guazzora, IT

This elegant sideboard is defined by its striking façade in hand-hammered brass, featuring three doors with a richly textured surface that reflects light with depth and warmth. The a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet
Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

$4,246 / item

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Beautiful cabinet designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid beechwood, 2 rectangular leg , 2 folding doors with vertical and orizontal geometric moldings (...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

$4,895 / item

Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Italian Modern Credenza by Silvio Coppola for Bernini
Italian Modern Credenza by Silvio Coppola for Bernini

Italian Modern Credenza by Silvio Coppola for Bernini

$12,500

Italian Modern Credenza by Silvio Coppola for Bernini

By Silvio Coppola

Located in Houston, TX

1960s Italian modern credenza by Silvio Coppola for Bernini featuring dual-tone wood. This piece has a lift top on both sides with removable interior trays, two side cabinets, each w...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design
Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

$2,800Sale Price|25% Off

Highboard vintage 60s wooden sideboard baroque design

By Barovero

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Tall sideboard with hinged door, five drawers and a compartment with shutter, designed by Barovero, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear due to age. SIZING: Hei...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

$6,600Sale Price|25% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

By Gunni Omann, Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Long low Danish modern Teak gunni omann credenza or sideboard. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3 sliding doors. Plenty of storage room inside this 94" long Credenza. H...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza
Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza

By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Jack Cartwright for Founders Long wall mounted Bar desk credenza. Left side has 2 cabinet doors and the right side has a fold down bar or desk with white laminate surface...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza, Mid-Century, Circa 1970
Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza, Mid-Century, Circa 1970

Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza, Mid-Century, Circa 1970

$1,800

Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza, Mid-Century, Circa 1970

Located in Cedar Falls, IA

1970s Danish Modern rosewood credenza or cabinet. 4 drawers, 1 sliding door, which opens to storage compartment with adjustable height shelf. Beautiful rosewood grain and color. O...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242
Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

$3,750

Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242

By Castelijn, Wim Wilson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A refined example of Dutch Mid-Century design, this floating credenza, Model D242, was thoughtfully designed by Wim Wilson for Castelijn in 1964. This elegant piece embodies the era'...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

Stunning Mid Century modern German Oak Paneled Credenza 3 door
Stunning Mid Century modern German Oak Paneled Credenza 3 door

Stunning Mid Century modern German Oak Paneled Credenza 3 door

$3,600Sale Price|40% Off

Stunning Mid Century modern German Oak Paneled Credenza 3 door

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sleek Mid Century modern German Oak Paneled Credenza 3 door. Beautiful Modernist design simple and high end woodworking. Made In Germany circa 1960 - Located in Brooklyn NYC. Very Cl...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Furniture by NONO, Sereno No36 Sculptural Console
Contemporary Furniture by NONO, Sereno No36 Sculptural Console

Contemporary Furniture by NONO, Sereno No36 Sculptural Console

$13,412Sale Price / item|20% Off

Contemporary Furniture by NONO, Sereno No36 Sculptural Console

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Contemporary Furniture by NONO, Sereno No36 Sculptural Console Sereno Collection Design by Joel Escalona for NONO When practicality becomes art, the result is the Sereno Collecti...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay
Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

$2,895

Expertly Restored- California Modernist Tambour-Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

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 precisi...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Credenza by Paul McCobb 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut
Mid Century Credenza by Paul McCobb 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut

Mid Century Credenza by Paul McCobb 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut

$2,997Sale Price|50% Off

Mid Century Credenza by Paul McCobb 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mid Century credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 has 1 adjustable shelves w/pins with 1 drawer on the left side and 3 drawers on the right side. Solid map...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona
Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

$16,765 / item

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Bench Table Sereno No61, Minimalist Wooden Piece by Joel Escalona — Sereno Collection Design by Joel Escalona for NONO When practicality becomes art, the result is the Sereno Colle...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Elegant Italian Midcentury Black Lacquered and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Elegant Italian Midcentury Black Lacquered and Brass Sideboard or Credenza

Elegant Italian Midcentury Black Lacquered and Brass Sideboard or Credenza

$9,916

Elegant Italian Midcentury Black Lacquered and Brass Sideboard or Credenza

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant Italian Midcentury Black lacquered side board with bar cabinet with four doors ornate with brass . Each door with precious etched mirror in a bronze frame . Round tap...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood

Whiskey Wall Mounted Console
Whiskey Wall Mounted Console

Whiskey Wall Mounted Console

$9,800

Whiskey Wall Mounted Console

By George Nakashima, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The hidden chamber for your rare bourbon collection. The base to an elegant living room. A centerpiece for those records you saved for that meditative t...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Style Marvão Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Mid-Century Style Marvão Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Mid-Century Style Marvão Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

$49,700 / item

Mid-Century Style Marvão Marble Sideboard, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Marvão Marble Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Marão Sideboard brings a sense of calm presence to the inter...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Stone, Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf
Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

$4,200 / item

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This walnut beauty is the perfect way to showcase your records, 84" long x 16" deep x 24" tall. This is an original design, and is handcrafted in Long Beach, CA by Pete Deeble Furnit...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard
Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

$14,933

Justfurnituress Edition 01 Limited Mid-Century Walnut Sideboard

Located in Guazzora, IT

Justfurnituress Edition 01 is the inaugural collectible design piece of the brand, produced as a strictly limited edition of 15 signed and numbered examples, entirely handmade in Ita...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s
Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

$3,280

Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s

By Lane Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern 9 Drawers Dresser / Credenza by Lane Altavista Furniture. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential Mid Century Modern sleek design, a gorgeou...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet
Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet

Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet

$4,495

Arne Vodder for Sibast Danish Teak Tambour Door Stereo Cabinet

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A striking record and stereo console designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, Denmark, crafted in rich teak and bearing the original Sibast Furniture and Danish Furnituremakers Con...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

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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