Danish Vintage Drinks Cabinet by Axel Christensen
By Axel Christensen, Aco Møbler
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very impressive Danish vintage drinks cabinet by Axel Christensen.
Wood
Danish Mid Century Hydraulic Drinks Cabinet or Bar by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Hydraulic Bar Cart. With a turn of the key the hydraulic kicks in. First turn the key slightly to the right, push down the top, and the bar will come u...
Wood
Rosewood Drinks Cabinet / Cocktail Bar 1960s–1970s Vintage Mid-Century
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage mid 20th century drinks cabinet in a stunning rosewood veneer with striking natural grain and deep colouring. This stylish and striking piece stands on elegant ta...
Mirror, Rosewood
Danish Vintage Drinks Bar and Stools by Erik Buch and Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen, Erik Buch, Dyrlund, Brdr. Andersen
Located in London, GB
An exceptional Danish vintage drinks bar and stools by Erik Buch and Johannes Andersen. The bar was designed by Erik Buch and was made by Dyrlund, the stools were designed by Johann...
Leather, Formica, Wood
Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Illum Wikkelsø, Danish design, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Danish mid-century drinks cabinet in rosewood on casters, designed by Illum Wikkelsø and produced by Silkeborg Møbelfabrik (CFC) in the 1960s.
Rosewood
Danish Teak Mid Century Bar Cart or Drinks Trolley in the Style of Dane Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted from high-quality Danish teak, this mid-century bar cart or drinks trolley is the perfect addition to any home. Its sleek design and functional features make it easy...
Teak
Rolling Bar Cabinet in Rosewood from CFC Silkeborg
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Toledo, OH
Rolling Bar Cabinet in Rosewood from CFC Silkeborg. Danish Mid-Century Rosewood drinks cabinet designed by Illum Wikkelso and produced by Silkeborg Mobelfabrik (CFC) in the 1960's.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 43.31 in D 19.3 in
1960s Danish Teak Corner Bar Drinks Cabinet with rotating Shelf
Located in Zurich, CH
No 1960s home was complete without it’s own bar for those cocktail evenings or unexpected guests so it’s no surprise that some of the most inspiring designs of the time came with a h...
Brass
Unavailable
H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 17.33 in
1960s Danish Teak Arrebo Møbler Folding Drinks Cart Bar Trolley Andreas Hansen
By Andreas Hansen, Arrebo Mobler
Located in London, England
1960s Vintage Danish Teak folding dry bar drinks trolley by Andreas Hansen for Arrebo Møbler which is beautifully designed. The two leaves open out to reveal a fully functional bar s...
Brass
Danish Drinks Cabinet / Bar Cart
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very rare Danish drinks cabinet on wheels. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s.
Wood
1960s Vintage Danish Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stylish and top quality drinks cabinet made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960s.
Wood
1960s Danish Drinks Cabinet by Leif Arling
By Leif Alring
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely rare Danish vintage drinks cabinet, this dates from the 1960s, it was designed by Leif Arling.
Wood
1960s Vintage Danish Drinks Cabinet or Bar by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A superb and rare vintage drinks cabinet or serving bar, this was made in Denmark by Dyrlund, it dates from the 1960s.
Wood
1960's Danish Teak Drinks Cabinet / Bar by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very practical vintage Danish drinks cabinet / dry bar. This was made by Dyrlund, it dates from the 1960’s.
Teak, Formica
Danish Vintage Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A beautifully styled and extremely well made Danish vintage drinks cabinet. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s.
Wood
Danish Vintage Drinks Cabinet by Axel Christensen
By Axel Christensen, Aco Møbler
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very impressive Danish vintage drinks cabinet by Axel Christensen.
Wood
Danish Vintage Drinks Cabinet by Leif Alring
By Leif Alring
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely rare Danish vintage drinks cabinet by Leif Alring, it dates from the 1960’s.
Formica, Wood
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Fredericia Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made 1960s vintage cabinet in teak, this was made in Denmark, this model is called ‘Fredericia’. It is in superb condition for its age, it is clean, stu...
Sycamore, Teak
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Fredericia Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made 1960s vintage cabinet in teak, this was made in Denmark, this model is called ‘Fredericia’. It is in superb condition for its age, it is clean, stu...
Teak, Sycamore
Sold
H 45.28 in W 51.19 in D 14.97 in
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Highboard / Sideboard / Drinks Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Midcentury Danish rosewood highboard / sideboard / drinks cabinet, circa 1960s Top half consists of a drop down drinks cabinet, and cupboard with glass shelf and two sliding glass d...
Rosewood
1960s Danish Teak Captains Bar / Drinks Cabinet by Dyrlund
By Drylund
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very rare captains bar / cabinet in teak, this was made in Denmark by Dyrlund, it dates from the 1960s. The quality is amazing, and the condition is superb throughout;...
Teak
1960s Danish Teak Captains Bar or Drinks Cabinet by Dyrlund
By Drylund
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very rare captains bar or cabinet in teak, this was made in Denmark by Dyrlund, it dates from the 1960s. The quality is amazing, and the condition is superb throughout...
Teak
Danish Teak Corner Bar Carousel Drinks Cabinet, circa 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Peabody, MA
Teak corner cabinet with revolving bookcase, revealing storage for five liquor bottles and stemware, with mirrored back, circa 1960s. In the manner of designs by Torbjorn Afdal of No...
Mirror, Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Drinks Cabinet Bureau Desk Danish Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This versatile piece can serve as a desk, drinks cabinet, or storage unit, making it a practical addition to any room.
Teak
Sold
H 43.5 in W 41.5 in D 21.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Media Record Tv Drinks Cabinet by Dyrlund Danish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly stunning mid-century Danish cabinet by Dyrlund. This is a superb quality piece of furniture. The tambour doors really set this cabinet apart from the rest and the whole cabin...
Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 29.75 in D 29.75 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Danish Hidden Barcart Drinks Cabinet Rosewood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cabinet features an amazing revolving drinks bar and display cabinet so you can either display your bottles or keep them hidden when you don't want to share.
Teak
1960s Danish Bar / Drinks Cabinet by Erik Buch for Dyrlund
By Erik Buch
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare vintage folding drinks bar, this was designed by Erik Buch and made in Denmark by Dyrlund in the 1960s-1970s. This has a fantastic design with many amazing featur...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Drinks Cabinet by Dyrlund Dry Bar
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous cabinet made by Danish furniture maker Dyrlund is a truly stunning piece.
Teak
Sold
H 83.5 in W 99 in D 16.5 in
Superior Strength Danish Teak Three-Piece Bookcase with Drinks Cabinet
Located in South Charleston, WV
The central unit is not finished on the back, comes with a central drop down cabinet front revealing an enclosed space ideal for drinks or as a dry bar.
1960's Danish Teak Drinks Cabinet / Bar by Reno Wahl Iversen
By Dyrlund, Reno Wahl Iversen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage Danish teak drinks bar. This was designed by Reno Wahl Iversen, it was made in Denmark by Dyrlund around the 1960’s. The design is very c...
Teak
Sold
H 61 in W 26 in D 26 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Corner Drinks Cabinet Bar by Skovmand & Anderson
By Skovmand and Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptionally beautiful Danish teak corner cabinet from the 1960s.The high-quality workmanship and the elegant design make the corner cabinet a real favorite.Design: Arne Hovmand-Ol...
Wood
Sold
H 45.48 in W 54.14 in D 18.12 in
Alfred Cox for Heals Teak Drinks Highboard Drinks Cabinet / Sideboard, 1950s
By Alfred Cox
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Alfred Cox for heals Danish design teak highboard drinks cabinet / sideboard, English, 1950s Spectacular teak highboard /drinks cabinet designed by Alfred Cox for Handicraft and ret...
Teak
Sold
H 52 in W 38 in D 63 in
Mid Century Modern Teak Bar Drinks Cabinet By Turnidge of London Danish Style
By Turnidge Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your home with the exquisite Mid Century Modern Teak Bar Drinks Cabinet by Turnidge of London, styled with iconic Danish influences.
Teak
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Bar Cart / Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
A stylish and rare vintage Danish drinks cart in teak, this dates from the 1960s. It is of super quality, and is in great condition for its age. The interior contains shelves and a s...
Teak
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Bar Cart / Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
A stylish and rare vintage Danish drinks cart in teak, this dates from the 1960s. It is of super quality, and is in great condition for its age. The interior contains shelves and a s...
Teak
Mid Centruy Modern Vintage Teak Barcart Drinks Trolley Danish Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your entertaining experience with this Mid Century Modern Teak Barcart Drinks Trolley. This sophisticated barcart trolley features a sleek glass top and dedicated bottle stor...
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Danish Teak Corner Bar Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a wonderful Danish designed 1960’s drinks cabinet or cocktail bar which will sit stylishly in the corner of any lounge, dining room, man-cave or she-shed.
Wood, Teak
1960s Danish Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A beautifully stylish and extremely well made Danish cabinet, with painted bi-folding doors. This dates from around the 1960-1970s, it’s in fantastic condition for its age. We have h...
Wood
1960s Danish Teak Captains Bar / Drinks Cabinet by Dyrlund
By Drylund
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very rare captains bar / cabinet in teak, this was made in Denmark by Dyrlund, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is amazing, and the condition is superb throughout...
Teak
Brazilian Rosewood Drinks Cabinet
By Erik Buch
Located in London, GB
An Erik Buch Brazilian rosewood bar or drinks cabinet with hinged top and front, both with brass piano hinges and fittings with the original brass key and lock supported on brass leg...
Brass
Sold
H 30 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in
Mid Century Teak Danish Secret Corner Revolving Barcart Drybar Drinks Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cabinet features an amazing revolcing drinks bar and display cabiney so you can eith display your bottles of keep them hidden when you don't want to share.....
Teak
Sold
H 48 in W 41.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Dyrlund Media Drinks Bar Cabinet
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover timeless elegance with this Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Dyrlund Media Drinks Bar Cabinet, available now at Mid Century Traders.
Teak
Danish Hydraulic Drinks Cabinet by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A fantastic and very rare drinks cabinet by Kai Kristiansen. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s.
Wood
Danish Teak Corner Drink Cabinet
Located in London, GB
Unusual corner drinks cabinet in teak, with a pull out shelf. Featuring lovely square handles and spacious storage.
Teak
Dyrlund Danish Rosewood Drinks Cabinet
By Dyrlund
Located in Solihull, GB
Dyrlund Rosewood drinks cabinet on castors. The cabinet has an extending pull out top with black formica bar area. 2 single and 1 lockable central double door. The interior has am...
Rosewood
Sold
H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 11.03 in
Danish Rosewood Drink Cabinet/Bookshelf From Viby Møbelfabrik, 1960's.
By Viby Møbelfabrik
Located in Nyborg, DK
Rosewood drinks cabinet/bookshelf manufactured in Denmark in the 1960's by Viby Møbelfabrik.
Rosewood
Kurt Ostervig Drinks Cabinet
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Solihull, GB
Stunning rosewood drinks cabinet designed by Kurt Østervig for KP Mobler, Denmark in the early 1960s.
Wood
Midcentury Poul Cadovius Teak Drinks Cabinet
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Hull, GB
DRINKS CABINET Stunning midcentury teak drinks cabinet by Poul Cadovius circa 1960s. The cabinet Stands on dansette legs has stunning grain and golden patina throughout, the interi...
Teak
Mid Century Poul Cadovius Teak Drinks Cabinet
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Hull, GB
DRINKS CABINET Stunning mid century teak drinks cabinet by Poul Cadovius circa 1960 . The cabinet Stands on dansette legs has stunning grain and golden patina throughout , the inter...
Teak
Sold
H 34.85 in W 49.22 in D 19.89 in
Very Rare 1960’s Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Drinks Cabinet / Bar with Fridge
Located in London, GB
This 1960’s Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Drinks Cabinet is truly a show-stopping piece that is guaranteed to be the talking point of any room.
Rosewood
Sold
H 33 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
Fabulous Midcentury Drinks Cabinet Cocktail Dry Bar Yew Wood Lacquered, 1950s
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous mid-20th century School Yew wood and black lacquered cocktail cabinet circa 1950s, the twin panelled doors enclosing a shelved cupboard space over stylized base. Conditio...
Yew
Sold
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 in
1960s Mid CenturyDanish Rosewood & Brushed Chrome Pulldown Drinks Cabinet
Located in London, England
1960s Danish rosewood and brushed chrome drinks cabinet.
Chrome
Sold
H 68 in W 27.75 in D 17.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar With Pull Out Tray G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding teak drinks cabinet with bar and pullout tray by G Plan. Original label at the back.. Adjustable glass shelves at the top. Adjustable wood shelves that hold bottles at th...
Teak
Danish Rosewood Mobile Dry Bar or Drinks Trolley by Silkeborg
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Surbiton, GB
Danish rosewood mobile dry bar or drinks trolley by Silkeborg.
Rosewood
Sold
H 45.67 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Danish Teak Tambour Bar Cabinet by Illum Wikkelsø for CFC Silkeborg, 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Southampton, GB
Fabulous and elegant 1960s Danish teak drinks cabinet designed by Illum Wikkelsø for C.F.
Brass
Sold
H 44.48 in W 19.5 in D 35.82 in
Erik Buch Drinks Bar and Barstools by Johannes Andersen, Circa 1960
By Johannes Andersen, Erik Buch
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Erik buch drinks bar and barstools by Johannes Andersen, Circa 1960. Fabulous 1960's mid-century Danish drinks bar also known as the ‘Bar in a Box’ designed by Erik Buch for Dyrlu...
Teak
$16,583 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Illum Wikkelso Teak Bar Cabinet Danish Mid Century Modern
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Illum Wikkelsø Teak Cocktail or bar cabinet cabinet, designed for C.F. Christensen. Made in Denmark. Mirrored interior with harlekin mirrors. One glass shelf inside. 31.75″ wide x 16...
Mirror, Teak
A Rotating Art Deco Style Bar Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary bar cabinet has a glossy case made from walnut veneers and a rotating door covered in book-matched walnut burl. The door is opened by pressing on one side. The act...
Mirror, Walnut
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 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.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.