Find many varieties of an authentic tambour credenza available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
hardwood and
teak, every tambour credenza was constructed with great care. Find 467 options for an antique or vintage tambour credenza now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect tambour credenza — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A tambour credenza is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
Mid-Century Modern,
Scandinavian Modern and
Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made tambour credenza over the years, but those crafted by
Bernhard Pedersen & Son,
Glenn of California and
Faarup Møbelfabrik are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
A tambour credenza can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,600, while the lowest priced sells for $795 and the highest can go for as much as $53,000.
Mid-century modern credenzas descend from the Renaissance-era sideboard, once used to serve and store food and dishware. The clean-lined, low-profile version prized today emerged from Italian and Scandinavian design in the mid-20th century, defined by tapered legs and warm walnut or teak veneers.
Styles to Know
Mid-century modern credenzas are one of the most searched storage silhouettes on 1stDibs. Sliding-door and open-shelf configurations serve different needs: books and displayed objects suit open shelving, while electronics and linens are better behind doors. A matching mid-century modern dresser extends the look to the bedroom, or an apothecary cabinet offers more drawer storage in a smaller footprint.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Credenza
Hardware and veneer condition vary considerably from piece to piece, so listing photographs deserve a close look; our guide to case pieces covers what else to look for in construction. Every credenza comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition on record, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.