Questions & Answers
Our trusted network of 1stDibs sellers answer common questions
What is the architectural style of Richard Meier?
1 Answer

Richard Meier is most often associated with the 20th-century branch of the Rationalist movement. Rationalism prizes logical, ordered designs rather than ornamental flourishes. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary Richard Meier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Related Questions
- What was Le Corbusier's architectural style?1 Answer
- How does Richard Estes paint?1 Answer
- What is a Richard Mille watch?1 Answer
- What is Richard Taylor famous for?1 Answer
- What is so special about Richard Mille?1 Answer
Shop for Richard Meier Furniture on 1stDibs
Rocking Chaise by Richard Meier for Knoll, 1982. Black Leather. Rare. Signed.
By Knoll, Richard Meier
Located in Kansas City, MO
Richard Meier Rocking Chaise manufactured by Knoll, 1982. Designed to lay either direction and wide enough for two people. The original black leather was in hardly used condition, ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Birch
Richard Meier Custom Lamp Table
By Knoll, Richard Meier
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Meier custom lamp table, black lacquer with cord notches.
Surface height 21.50" high
Signed on underside RM.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Tables
Materials
Maple
Richard Meier Cocktail Table for Knoll
By Richard Meier, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare 860T cocktail table for Knoll International. Limited production. Made from lacquered maple wood. Rounded corners and a slatted X-base. Designers initials engraved on underside.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple
Swid Powell Postmodern Skyscraper Bowl Silver-Plate, 1990s
By Richard Meier, Swid Powell
Located in New York, NY
A designer Postmodern period sterling silver-plate bowl by American artist and architect Richard Meier for Swid Powell Co., made in Italy, 1992. Piece is formally known as the "Skyscraper" bowl. Marked "Swid Powell", "RM", "Made in Italy", "Silver Pate", on bottom as shown in images #12 and 13 (hard to read.) Great as a standalone piece or as a vide-poche catchall for a table, desk, vanity, etc.
Dimensions: 2.13" H x 5.94" Diameter.
About Swid Powell:
Well known for its promotion of fashionable ceramics, silverware, and glass by leading international, generally Postmodernist, architect-designers the New York-based Swid Powell company was founded by Nan Swid...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Silver Plate
$780 Sale Price
20% Off
Pr. Postmodern Silverplate Candlesticks by Richard Meier for Swid Powell, 1980's
By Richard Meier, Swid Powell
Located in New York, NY
Incredible pair of post modern silver plate candlesticks, by Richard Meier for Swid Powell. Very hard to find, especially in pairs, this impre...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Richard Meier large bowl / centerpiece silver plate for Swid Powell .
By Swid Powell, Richard Meier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful centerpiece designed by the well known architect Richard Meier . This is a large almost 12 inches diameter .
Category
Late 20th Century Argentine Post-Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate