Media Credenza / Entertainment Center Cabinet
Storage - Media Console · Eclectic / Transitional (Late 20th to Early 21st Century) · Likely mass-market furniture brands specializing in rustic or traditional styles, such as Hooker Furniture, Ashley Furniture, or similar manufacturers.
Type
Storage - Media Console
Style Period
Eclectic / Transitional (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Material
Oak veneer over engineered wood and solid wood framing with metal hardware and an integrated electrical power strip insert on the top surface.
Age Estimate
Circa 2000-2015 based on the integrated desktop power strip and contemporary hardware style.
Dimensions
Estimated height: 36 inches, width: 48 inches, depth: 22 inches. Consistent with standard medium-sized media credenzas.
Origin
Likely manufactured in Asia or North America for the domestic retail market.
Designer/Maker
Likely mass-market furniture brands specializing in rustic or traditional styles, such as Hooker Furniture, Ashley Furniture, or similar manufacturers.
Value Estimate
Secondary market resale value is estimated between $150 and $300, depending on local demand and overall condition.
Description
A sturdy, multi-functional media credenza featuring a top integrated power strip, four smaller upper drawers, and two lower cabinet doors styled to look like larger drawers. The piece exhibits a rustic, distressed oak finish that gives it an aged, traditional appearance while accommodating modern technology needs.
Key Features
Integrated electrical outlet strip on the top surface, faux-antique floral metal knobs, heavily glazed and distressed oak finish, and a combination of drawer and cabinet storage.
Color & Finish
Distressed medium oak finish with glazed antiquing highlights in the recesses and carved details to simulate vintage wear and patina.
Construction Method
Factory manufactured with cam-lock and dowel assembly, designed for residential entertainment use.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Standard commercial manufacturing joinery utilizing machine-cut fasteners and edge-banded construction.
Wood Grain & Species
Oak wood grain highlighted by wire-brushing and faux-distressing techniques to emphasize the texture.
Surface Treatment
Factory-applied distressed and glazed finish with a protective topcoat, featuring intentionally rubbed edges and simulated wear.
Upholstery Details
None applicable.
Hardware & Fittings
Dark bronze or blackened metal round floral-molded knobs on the drawers and doors, with a central keyhole escutcheon.
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in Asia or North America for the domestic retail market.
Condition Notes
Good overall condition with minor surface scuffs, scratches on the top panel, and factory-intentional distressing. Structural integrity appears sound.
Interesting Facts
The inclusion of a built-in power strip on top is a hallmark of furniture designed specifically for the digital age, bridging traditional rustic aesthetics with modern electronics management.
Cultural Significance
Represents the consumer demand for rustic and transitional furniture that masks modern technological convenience behind aged, traditional styling.
Similar Pieces
Often compared to antique buffet servers or apothecary cabinets, but distinguished by its shallow depth, media equipment accommodations, and built-in electrical outlets.
Care & Maintenance
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and protect the surface from excessive moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the finish.
Value Estimate
Secondary market resale value is estimated between $150 and $300, depending on local demand and overall condition.
Sustainability Notes
Utilizes wood veneers over engineered substrates, maximizing raw material yield, though it is not constructed from certified sustainably sourced lumber.
Notes
Some imperfections. Value?