Title: Mid-Century Modern Wall Mount Cabinet / Credenza Model 123 W-1 by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, USA, c. 1950s
About: This iconic Mid-Century Modern wall mount cabinet, Model 123 W-1, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in the 1950s, exemplifies sophisticated American design. Featuring adjustable wood and glass shelves, sliding door fronts with elegant leather pulls, and wall mounts on a cleat for a sleek floating effect, this piece offers versatile functionality as a credenza, media console, wall cabinet, or TV console cabinet. Perfectly restored, it enhances a living room, office, or collector’s curated space with its minimalist lines and refined craftsmanship, blending practicality with timeless mid-century style.
Florence Knoll (1917–2019), a pioneering American designer and architect, was instrumental in shaping Mid-Century Modern design. Based in the USA, she founded Knoll Associates and collaborated with the firm to create furniture and interiors known for their innovative use of materials and functional elegance, including the Model 123 W-1. Her work remains a hallmark for collectors and interior designers.
Knoll Associates, established in the USA in the 1940s, became a leader in mid-century furniture production under Florence Knoll’s influence. Based in the USA, the company gained fame in the 1950s for its high-quality designs, incorporating features like sliding doors and leather accents, reflecting the era’s blend of modernity and craftsmanship, a legacy treasured by design enthusiasts today.
Literature: Knoll Furniture: 1938-1960, Rouland and Rouland, pg. 132
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Catalog
Period: 1950s
Material: Walnut | Glass
State: Full Restoration
Condition Details: This iconic Model Model 123 W-1 floating credenza has recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration process and the results speak for themselves! the mix of solid and veneered black walnut composition has been hand-sanded and refinished bringing the walnut woodgrains back to their original luster. There's virtually no discernable wear visible on any wooden surface.
The leather handles have been re-constructed with new leather by our upholsterer and features a design and appearance indiscernible from the original. Both doors slide open and close with ease and all five shelves (two made from glass and 3 from wood) are adjustable. The wall unit is easily attached to a wall via it's dual cleat seeding system.
This icon of 1950s design is incredibly functional, structurally solid and ready for a literal lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration process. Please view all photos and video for details on this cabinet's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Minimalism
SKU: AM02586
---Dimensions---
Width: 72 in / 182.88 cm
Depth: 15.5 in / 39.37 cm
Height: 17.75 in / 45.09 cm
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.
About: This iconic Mid-Century Modern wall mount cabinet, Model 123 W-1, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in the 1950s, exemplifies sophisticated American design. Featuring adjustable wood and glass shelves, sliding door fronts with elegant leather pulls, and wall mounts on a cleat for a sleek floating effect, this piece offers versatile functionality as a credenza, media console, wall cabinet, or TV console cabinet. Perfectly restored, it enhances a living room, office, or collector’s curated space with its minimalist lines and refined craftsmanship, blending practicality with timeless mid-century style.
Florence Knoll (1917–2019), a pioneering American designer and architect, was instrumental in shaping Mid-Century Modern design. Based in the USA, she founded Knoll Associates and collaborated with the firm to create furniture and interiors known for their innovative use of materials and functional elegance, including the Model 123 W-1. Her work remains a hallmark for collectors and interior designers.
Knoll Associates, established in the USA in the 1940s, became a leader in mid-century furniture production under Florence Knoll’s influence. Based in the USA, the company gained fame in the 1950s for its high-quality designs, incorporating features like sliding doors and leather accents, reflecting the era’s blend of modernity and craftsmanship, a legacy treasured by design enthusiasts today.
Literature: Knoll Furniture: 1938-1960, Rouland and Rouland, pg. 132
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Catalog
Period: 1950s
Material: Walnut | Glass
State: Full Restoration
Condition Details: This iconic Model Model 123 W-1 floating credenza has recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration process and the results speak for themselves! the mix of solid and veneered black walnut composition has been hand-sanded and refinished bringing the walnut woodgrains back to their original luster. There's virtually no discernable wear visible on any wooden surface.
The leather handles have been re-constructed with new leather by our upholsterer and features a design and appearance indiscernible from the original. Both doors slide open and close with ease and all five shelves (two made from glass and 3 from wood) are adjustable. The wall unit is easily attached to a wall via it's dual cleat seeding system.
This icon of 1950s design is incredibly functional, structurally solid and ready for a literal lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration process. Please view all photos and video for details on this cabinet's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Minimalism
SKU: AM02586
---Dimensions---
Width: 72 in / 182.88 cm
Depth: 15.5 in / 39.37 cm
Height: 17.75 in / 45.09 cm
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.