How is a mid-century modern credenza different from a vintage credenza?

Mid-century modern credenzas date roughly from the 1940s to 1960s and feature clean lines and tapered legs, while vintage more broadly covers any credenza at least 20 years old.

Credenza Modern Leather

Knoll 1950

Leather Cabinet Pulls

Record Credenza

Paul Mccobb Calvin Group

Vintage Credenza With Sliding Doors

Audio Credenzas

Paul Mccobb Irwin Collection

Solid Wood Credenza

Modern Italian Leather Wrapped Credenza

$5,388 / item

Modern Italian Leather Wrapped Credenza

Located in Westwood, NJ

Modern Italian leather wrapped credenza, with an embossed grey/blue leather wrapped around the four-door cabinet with a natural wood finish interior and raised on stainless steel fin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Credenzas

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Metal

$33,625 / item

MG305 Leather Credenza by Malte Gormsen

Located in Geneve, CH

MG305 Leather Credenza by Malte Gormsen Dimensions: D 55 x W 178.8 x H 92 cm. Materials: Oak, leather, brass. Malte Gormsen Møbelsnedkeri is a cabinetmaker who combines Danish craft...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Ambianic Floating Credenza Mahogany Leather and Brass

$11,600Sale Price|20% Off

Ambianic Floating Credenza Mahogany Leather and Brass

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Custom Modern Floating Credenza Style MCM Mahogany Wood with Leather & Brass Exquisite craftsmanship, handmade in California.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Haast Modern Ancient River Wood Credenza Aged Copper Base and Leather Handles

$33,000 / item

Haast Modern Ancient River Wood Credenza Aged Copper Base and Leather Handles

By Tréology

Located in Papanui, Christchurch

The Haast credenza is made from ancient matai trees (a native timber of New Zealand) that have fallen naturally into rivers and preserved for hundreds of years under sediment layers ...

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2010s New Zealand Modern Credenzas

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Copper

$13,641

Elegant Post Modern Masterpiece Cabinet, Italy, 2000

Located in Munich, DE

Exceptional cabinet designed for a luxury fashion shop, maybe Valentino or Versace in Italy in 2000s. These wonderful cabinet are custom made, in very high quality, The exterior fro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Walnut Sideboard with Leather Wrapped Base 1950s

$7,800

$15,000 / item

DREYFUS Floating Sideboard by AMBROZIA, Oxidized Maple, Leather & Dull Champagne

By AMBROZIA

Located in Drummondville, QC

The Dreyfus Floating Sideboard is an exclusive contemporary piece, defined by bold proportions and refined material pairings. Designed and handcrafted by AMBROZIA Furniture Studio in...

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2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Nickel

DREYFUS Sideboard by AMBROZIA, Solid Ebonized Ash, Black Leather & Champagne

$18,000 / item

DREYFUS Sideboard by AMBROZIA, Solid Ebonized Ash, Black Leather & Champagne

By AMBROZIA

Located in Drummondville, QC

The Dreyfus Sideboard is an exclusive contemporary piece, defined by bold proportions and refined material pairings. Designed and handcrafted by AMBROZIA Furniture Studio in Canada, ...

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2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cut Steel, Brass, Bronze, Nickel

$3,176 / item

Modern Glam White Leather Credenza on Sled Base

Located in Westwood, NJ

An embossed, allover texture that catches light the way good upholstery does wraps the door fronts of this modern glam white leather credenza on sled base, its polished metal runner ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Iron

$12,582 / item

Geller Credenza by Madheke

Located in Geneve, CH

Materials: Marbled stone credenza top, Walnut credenza body with pronounced front edge profile, Walnut veneered sculpted handles with vertical brass inlay, Leather cabinet fronts wit...

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2010s Indian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut

$12,500

MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Portland, OR

An original & iconic Mid-Century Modern credenza / wall unit model # C8506, designed by Paul Mc Cobb "The Irwin Collection" for Calvin Furniture, 1952.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Charles Serving Credenza by Madheke

$17,665 / item

Charles Serving Credenza by Madheke

Located in Geneve, CH

Materials: Leather drawer fronts featuring embossed leather, Brushed antique finished brass drawer edge, Brass cast legs.

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2010s Indian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Materials

Brass

Compact walnut credenza by knoll

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 36 in D 18 in

Compact walnut credenza by knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W36 D18 H27.5 Florence knoll compact media or office credenza. Item is fully restored with the exception of the original leather pulls. Item has a new lock and key. Cabinet is struc...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood, Leather and Brass Sideboard or Credenza

Located in Plainview, NY

An Italian Mid-Century Modern solid wood sideboard or credenza of rectangular form with wraparound corrugated detailing on sides and front with four leather faced drawers with brass ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Walnut Steel & Leather Credenza & Cabinet Storage

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H 26 in W 79 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Walnut Steel & Leather Credenza & Cabinet Storage

By Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Pebbled leather tops combine with walnut and polished chrome make this set, including the credenza and storage cabinet, a sophisticated set for any room. The credenza offers six draw...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza with Leather-Paneled Doors

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H 31 in W 77.75 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza with Leather-Paneled Doors

By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Milo Baughman, Jack Cartwright

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Mid-Century modern credenza in walnut wood, standing on four square legs of solid walnut.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Custom Modern Cut Walnut Floating Credenza Bronze & Leather Pablo Romo Ambianic

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H 32 in W 84.5 in

Custom Modern Cut Walnut Floating Credenza Bronze & Leather Pablo Romo Ambianic

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Exquisite craftsmanship and details on a custom built floating credenza handmade in California. Created in walnut wood, bronze trim and leather pull handles, stunning presentation. D...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 109.45 in

Brutalist Credenza in Stained Oak with Leather Handles

Located in Antwerp, BE

Postmodern Scarpa style Brutalist credenza. The cabinet is provided with geometric door panels with stained oak inlay and finished with beautiful cognac leather door handles. The cab...

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Florence Knoll Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Credenza

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H 30.5 in W 77.5 in D 18 in

Florence Knoll Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Credenza

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome Florence Knoll walnut credenza. This cabinet has four caned doors with leather pulls, and the interior has two large drawers and two adjustable shelves for all of your stora...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Leather, Cane, Walnut

Chrome & Leather credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

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Chrome & Leather credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Chrome & Leather credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Florence Knoll Two-Tone Lacquered Credenza with Leather Pulls

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H 33.5 in W 110 in D 20 in

1950s Arturo Pani Credenza Mahogany Leather and Brass Mexico

By Arturo Pani

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Credenza made in Mexico City circa the 1950s. Unmarked. Attribution Arturo Pani Mahogany wood. Two tone presentation. Center doors are covered in off-white...

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Brass and Leather Credenza for Calvin Group

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H 36.25 in W 66 in D 19.25 in

Paul McCobb Brass and Leather Credenza for Calvin Group

By Paul McCobb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Paul McCobb. Manufacturer: Calvin Group. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 36.25" H x 66" Lx 19.25" W. Materials: M...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

H 28.75 in W 65.5 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Credenza File Cabinet

Located in Baltimore, MD

Remarkably Mid-Century, black Formica top file office credenza by Kimball Office Furniture. A beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship. Expertly crafted with a fully finished b...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Formica, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

$5,195

H 32 in W 71.25 in D 19 in

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza This credenza measures: 71.25 wide x 19 deep x 32 inches high Restored - Mint Condition! Ready to Ship. We take our photos in ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mahogany

$3,695

H 29 in W 76 in D 18 in

Milo Baughman Style Century Mid Century Burlwood Credenza

By Milo Baughman, Century Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Milo Baughman Style Century Mid Century Burlwood Credenza This credenza measures: 76 wide x 18 deep x 29 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Credenza has Minor Stain Wear and Mino...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Burl

Mid Century Modern Sideboard Buffet

$6,265 / item

H 34 in W 80 in D 19 in

Mid Century Modern Sideboard Buffet

Located in Westwood, NJ

This beautifully crafted sideboard is a striking example of mid-century modern design reimagined for contemporary living. The unit features rich, dark tones contrasted by the Italian...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Metal

Large French Midcentury Parchment Credenza

$8,439

H 35.04 in W 77.96 in D 18.12 in

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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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

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$2,800 / item

H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 13.39 in

Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Black Leather 21st Century Modern

By Joanina and David Pastoll

Located in Johannesburg, ZA

Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...

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Steel

"Marchand" Scalloped Oak Nighstand by Christiane Lemieux

$1,800 / item

H 25 in W 28 in D 19 in

"Marchand" Scalloped Oak Nighstand by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

The Marchand nightstand features elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural door fronts, creating a standout design for any bedroom. Designed for convenience, it includes a pull...

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2010s Vietnamese Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Joseph André Motte M5 table lamp Disderot France 1960

$6,650

H 15.36 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in

Joseph André Motte M5 table lamp Disderot France 1960

By Disderot, Joseph-André Motte

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

The table lamp model M5, designed by Joseph-André Motte and manufactured by Disderot in France in 1960, stands as an iconic representation of mid-century modern design. Crafted with ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

H 15.75 in Dm 13.78 in

Striata, Side Table, Carved Lava Stone, Red or Gray, 35cm, Mexico

By Ricardo Rodriguez Elias

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Introducing our striking side table that beautifully combines the strength of volcanic stone with its light and airy design. This captivating stone monolith showcases a harmonious fu...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Lava

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Credenza Modern Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of credenza modern leather you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every item from our selection of credenza modern leather was constructed with great care. Find 182 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of credenza modern leather now, or shop our selection of 22 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an object in our assortment of credenza modern leather — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of credenza modern leather is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of credenza modern leather over the years, but those crafted by Florence Knoll, Knoll and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Credenza Modern Leather?

A piece of credenza modern leather can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,950, while the lowest priced sells for $900 and the highest can go for as much as $58,000.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

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 celebrated 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.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern 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.

Finding the Right Credenzas for You

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.

Questions About Credenza Modern Leather

How is a mid-century modern credenza different from a vintage credenza?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Mid-century modern credenzas date roughly from the 1940s to 1960s and feature clean lines and tapered legs, while vintage more broadly covers any credenza at least 20 years old.

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