Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

American, 1924-2002

American designer Lawrence Peabody imbued his mid-century modern furniture with flair and style. His vintage lounge chairs, side tables and credenzas feature sleek silhouettes and chic curves. At the same time, every piece has an easy and comfortable appeal reflective of a designer known to be humble and pragmatic.

Peabody was born in 1924 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. As a young man, the story goes, he joined the Navy partly because he found the uniforms aesthetically appealing. After World War II, Peabody used the benefits offered by the G.I. Bill to attend the Rhode Island School of Design. There, he studied under Austrian designer Ernst Lichtblau, who introduced Peabody to the Bauhaus style.

After completing his studies in America, Peabody moved to Denmark and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Here, he met his wife, Bette, who he married in 1952. By 1955, Peabody had moved back to America and settled in Boston, where he created Danish-inspired seating for the Selig furniture company and opened a design firm called Lawrence Peabody & Associates.

One of the firm's earliest designs was a walnut and rattan cradle chair for Richardson Nemschoff, which earned the 1962 International Design Award. Peabody became known for using walnut in his work and drew on Scandinavian modernist influences in his designs.

For the next three decades, Lawrence Peabody & Associates developed an extensive client list that included names like Kohler, Richardson Brothers, Chapman Lamps and Boyd Lighting.

Throughout his life and career, Peabody also developed a love of Haiti and Haitian art. On one trip to Port-Au-Prince, he met and befriended a man named Dewitt Peters, founder of Le Centre d'art, a haven for local artists. Peabody and Dewitt collaborated to promote handcrafted Haitian art and furniture at overseas museums. Peabody even became one of the organization's directors. He eventually purchased a home in Port-Au-Prince and spent much time there later in life.

Today, Craft Associates Furniture holds the license to produce Peabody designs.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Lawrence Peabody seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture.

Creator: Lawrence Peabody

CraftAssociates Credenza, Peabody Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane

$3,000

CraftAssociates Credenza, Peabody Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane

By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

CraftAssociates Credenza, Peabody Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane The CraftAssociates Credenza, Peabody Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane is expertly hand crafted. The Peabody collection pieces are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates®. This cabinet is built with a solid oak frame, door fronts, interior shelf and legs. It features beautiful cane front door that have slide left to right covering an adjustable shelf. This cabinet is amazing and has perfect proportions to be used in multiple settings. It is available in custom wood and variations (different sizes). Craft Associates® Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. History Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle chair...

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2010s American Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Cane, Oak

Ebonised Black Lacquer Double Dresser with Brass Pulls

$5,400

Ebonised Black Lacquer Double Dresser with Brass Pulls

By Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Brothers

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern black lacquer ebonized compact double dresser credenza bachelor chest.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Oak

Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Secretary Desk Bar Credenza

$2,447

Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Secretary Desk Bar Credenza

By Lawrence Peabody, Nemschoff

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Secretary Desk Bar Credenza The bottom of the secretary measures: 58 wide x 19.25 deep x 30 inc...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Cane, Wood

Modern Walnut Credenza the Peabody Collection

$9,500 / item

Modern Walnut Credenza the Peabody Collection

By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Black walnut, Claro walnut veneer, brass Condition: This Lawren...

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2010s American Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Early Knoll Walnut 2-Door Credenza

$2,895

H 28 in W 48 in D 17.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Early Knoll Walnut 2-Door Credenza

By Florence Knoll

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Diminutive credenza from the early 1950s. Walnut top is new veneer replacing worn Formica. Leather pulls a signature Florence Knoll design mark. Two sliding doors open to reveal two ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Steel

Arne Vodder Danish Modern Credenza with Reversible Black Doors - Refinished

$5,800

H 30.5 in W 71.75 in D 19.5 in

Arne Vodder Danish Modern Credenza with Reversible Black Doors - Refinished

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean Lined Danish Modern Credenza, designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is currently being refinished and will look incredible when completed. The pr...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Metal

Tall Black Lacquered Elmwood Chest with Six Drawers and Wooden Pulls

$3,800

H 52.25 in W 41.75 in D 16.25 in

Tall Black Lacquered Elmwood Chest with Six Drawers and Wooden Pulls

Located in Yonkers, NY

Crafted from darkly lacquered elm, this tall chest of drawers features clean lines and solid proportions, with a focus on practicality and pared-down elegance. The rectangular top, s...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Elm

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

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 18 in W 78 in D 14 in

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

By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright

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 Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Jatoba Wood Credenza

$52,506

H 63.78 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Jatoba Wood Credenza

By Ico Parisi

Located in Weesp, NL

Mid-Century Modern Jatoba wood Ico Parisi cabinet A spectacular bespoke trumeau designed by Ico Parisi and very likely produced by Ariberto Colombo, by special order only. Very few p...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Brass

Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 36 in D 18 in

Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Knoll all black small credenza - Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (2) front Sliding doors with leather pulls that reveal two adjustable shelves, one on ea...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Leather, Oak, Lacquer

"Il Pezzo 1 Credenza" sideboard in solid walnut - marble top - brass base

$11,463 / item

H 32.68 in W 100.4 in D 15.75 in

"Il Pezzo 1 Credenza" sideboard in solid walnut - marble top - brass base

By Il Pezzo Mancante

Located in Firenze, IT

An alternation of rounded shapes and geometrical lines, reassuming discipline and freedom, a composite, multiethnic plan in which each component and each material contributes to the ...

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2010s Italian Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Marble, Gold, Brass

Peabody Cane Front Credenza, Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane Front, Walnut, Craftas

$3,000 / item

H 30.25 in W 34.5 in D 18 in

Peabody Cane Front Credenza, Modern Walnut Credenza, Cane Front, Walnut, Craftas

By Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Peabody Cane Front Credenza, Modern Walnut Credenza, cane front, walnut, CraftAssociates Furniture This Lawrence Peabody modern cane front credenza in walnut for Craft Associates ...

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2010s American Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Cane, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza Sideboard Buffet Bar Cabinet 1960s

$2,495

H 30 in W 73.5 in D 17.25 in

Mid Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza Sideboard Buffet Bar Cabinet 1960s

Located in Portland, OR

A good original Mid Century Modern Danish style teak credenza sideboard, circa 1968. This elegant mid century credenza is made from teak, the credenza having twin three paneled door...

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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Teak

Lawrence Peabody, Dressers, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

$14,500 / set

H 30.25 in W 42.6 in D 19.25 in

Lawrence Peabody, Dressers, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of oak and brass dressers designed by Lawrence Peabody and produced by Richardson Brothers, USA, c. 1950s. From Richardson Nemschoff Sales Inc., Sheboygan Falls, Wisc. Mercha...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Brass

Mid-Century Bowtie Credenza by Russel Wright for Conant Ball

$1,650

H 31 in W 62 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Bowtie Credenza by Russel Wright for Conant Ball

By Russel Wright, Conant Ball

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Channel classic mid-century modern style with this Bowtie Credenza designed by Russel Wright for Conant Ball, a distinctive piece that blends iconic design with practical storage. Ce...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Wood

Milo Baughman for Lane Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Credenza

$5,495

H 30.25 in W 68 in D 18 in

Milo Baughman for Lane Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Credenza

Located in Seattle, WA

This mid century modern credenza was designed by Milo Baughman for Lane furniture and showcases the clean, architectural lines w refined material contrasts associated with Baughman's...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Burl

Previously Available Items

Credenza in calico ash by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Bros.

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H 30.25 in W 59 in D 19.25 in

Credenza in calico ash by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Bros.

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in Highland, IN

American designer Lawrence Peabody was trained in Denmark and the Scandinavian influence is clearly evident in this handsome credenza. A very Wegner-esque embrace of the natural wood...

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1960s American Vintage Lawrence Peabody Credenzas

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Ash

Lawrence Peabody credenzas for sale on 1stDibs.

Lawrence Peabody credenzas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Lawrence Peabody credenzas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 2 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original credenzas by Lawrence Peabody were created in the modern style in united states during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider credenzas by Warren Platner, Peter Sandback, and Norman Cherner. Prices for Lawrence Peabody credenzas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,395 and can go as high as $8,250, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,200.