Postmodern Italian Virgo Table Lamp by Ilalia Gibertini for Nemo, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Brand: Cassina Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Aluminum
Postmodern Pao T1 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
, Wood Color: Brown Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage
Glass, Wood
Foscarini "Hola Parete" Wall/Ceiling Lamp in Murano Glass, Italy, 1990s
By Foscarini
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculptural “Hola Parete” lamp by Foscarini, designed to function as either a wall or ceiling fixture. The piece features a curved Murano glass front in a vivid orange tone, punctua...
Murano Glass
Italian Postmodern Zeta Terra Floor Lamp by Giuseppe Linardi for Lumina, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The standing lamp from the Zeta series from the Italian lighting manufacturer Lumina according to a design by Giuseppe Linardi from the early 90s. The Zeta Terra is a classic ceilin...
Metal
Postmodern German Lumibär Bear Floor Lamp by Klein & Leidig for Flötotto, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The Lumibär is a design classic from Flötto. The bright bear. Here in a very rare version lying down. Not just something for the children's room. The design is so simple that it als...
Plastic
A Pair of Postmodern Custom Made Bull Nose Marble Top Nightstands. Circa 1990s
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Postmodern Custom-Made, Bull-Nose Marble Top Nightstands. Circa 1990s Features rounded
Marble
1990s John Bergen Studio Postmodern Black and White Ceramic Amorphous Vase
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning, ceramic vase by designer John Bergen, circa the 1990s
Ceramic
Set of 3 Postmodern German Brutalist Lounge Armchairs & Sofa by Rolf Benz, 1990s
By Rolf Benz
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large armchair from the renowned manufacturer Mustring according to a design by Rolf Benz from the early 90s. The design convinces with brutalist honesty and the high -quality workm...
Metal
Set of 4 Black Sinus Chairs by Karl Friedrich Förster, Germany 1990s
By Karl Friedrich Förster
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 4 postmodern chairs designed by Karl Friedrich Förster for KFF Design in the 1980s. Black matt painted metal frame with faux leather upholstery. Additional information: Count...
Metal
Postmodern Pair of "Bonsai" Wood Table Lamps by Blauet, Barcelona, 1990s
By Blauet
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
: B1458-15 Natural / Chrome. These Table Lamps were designed by Josep Llusca for Blauet, S.A. they were
Metal
$2,600Sale Price|31% Off
'Babel' Resin Wine Bucket by Gaetano Pesce for Fish Design Italy, 1990s, Signed
By Gaetano Pesce, Fish Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited edition 1990s flexible resin wine bucket by Gaetano Pesce for Fish Design, Italy. Numbered
Resin
Unique Glass Sculpture by Monica Backström for Kosta Boda Sweden 1990s
By Kosta Boda, Monica Backström
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unique glass sculpture made by Monica Backström for Kosta Boda in the 1990s. Consists of two
Art Glass
Vintage Model Oslo Floor Lamp by Kurt Norregaard for Louis Poulsen, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare Oslo standing lights from the Danish manufacturer Poulsen. The Oslo pendant lamp is better known and can be found even more frequently. The floor lamp version was only prod...
Metal
Postmodern Virgo Table Lamp by Ilalia Gibertini for Nemo, Italy, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare table lamp from the Italian manufacturer Nemo after a design by Ilaria Gibertini from the early 90s. A rarity that has not been on the market for years. The shape of the l...
Plastic
Postmodern Gold Set of Six Wall Sconces by Estiluz, Barcelona, 1990s
By Estiluz, Estiluz Lighting, Leonardo Marelli
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
These fixtures were designed and manufactured in Barcelona (Spain) by Estiluz during 1990s. They have
Metal, Brass
Postmodern Model Wings Table Lamp by Riccardo Raco for Slamp, 1990s
By Riccardo Raco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern table lamp from Slamp after a design by Riccardo Raco from the early 90s. The luminaire body serves as a diffuser and consists of the translucent plastic opalflex. The dr...
Metal
Postmodern Model Pao F Floor Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, Italy, 1990s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Material: Glass, Wood Color: Brown Styles: Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type
Glass, Wood
1990s Colorful Memphis Style Abstract Dining Set and Swivel Stools, Set of 8
By Memphis Group
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
the lines and abstract shape on this beauty! This post modern modern table set is a work of art. The
Metal
Postmodern Italian The Stone CD Shelf by Enzo Calabrese for Guzzini, 1990s
By Enzo Calabrese
Located in Hamburg, DE
Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Brand: Guzzini Period: 1990s Design: Enzo calabrese Manufacturer: Guzzini
Plastic
$1,139Sale Price|20% Off
Lilac and Black Iridescent Murano Glass Vase by Sergio Costantini, Italy 1990s
By Sergio Costantini
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy by Sergio Costantini, 1990s This vase is made is etched hand-blown Murano glass with
Murano Glass
Postmodern Spanish "Fina" Wood Table Lamp by Josep Llusca for Blauet, 1990s
By Josep Llusca, Blauet
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Table Lamp was designed by Josep Llusca for Blauet, S.A. This Table Lamp manufactured in Barcelona
Textile, Beech
Italian Model On Off Table Lamp by Alberto Meda for Luceplan, 1990s
By Alberto Meda
Located in Hamburg, DE
Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Diamension: 6.3ʺW × 6.3ʺD
Plastic
Postmodern Swiss Model Lucifer Table Lamp by Hannes Wettstein for Belux, 1990s
By Hannes Wettstein
Located in Hamburg, DE
Wettstein from the early 1990s. Have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer
Metal
Large Barrett DeBusk Postmodern Iron Sculpture / Valet Stand. Circa 1990s.
By Barrett Debusk
Located in Miami, FL
Large Barrett DeBusk Postmodern Iron Sculpture / Valet Stand. Circa 1990s. Signed by the artist
Iron
$1,424Sale Price / item|20% Off
Hand made design dining table, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
the eye. 4 pieces available. 1990s - Belgium Dimensions: Height: 75cm Width: 112cm Depth: 108cm
Stone, Marble
Postmodern Coco Wood Glass Top Coffee Table by Robb & Stucky. Circa 1990s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Postmodern Coco Wood Glass Top Coffee Table by Robb & Stucky. Circa 1990s Features a
Metal
Postmodern Italian Model Pao W Sconce by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
Wood, Glass Color: Brown Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type
Glass, Wood
Postmodern Pair of White Glass Metal Wall Sconces by Blauet, Barcelona, 1990s
By Blauet
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
White/White. These Wall Lights were made in Barcelona (Spain) by Blauet during 1990s. They have never
Metal
Italian Postmodern Geco 1 Indoor and Outdoor Wall Lamp for Arteluce, 1990s
By Arteluce, Luciano Pagani
Located in Hamburg, DE
Arteluce, 1990s Wall or ceiling lights from the italian manufacturer arteluce/flos after a draft by
Metal
$902Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage italian design floor lamp, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage chrome and milk glass 'diabolo' design floor lamp. Beautiful timeless design. The top and bottom shades can be lit individually. Labeled Studio Design Italia Tested and ...
Chrome
Postmodern Pao T1 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, Italy, 1990s
By Arteluce
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Materials: Glass, Wood Color: Silver Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item
Glass, Wood
Postmodern Italian Model Pao Wall Sconce by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
information: Materials: Glass, Wood Color: Brown Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin
Glass, Wood
Postmodern Set of Eight Gold Metal Wall Sconces by Estiluz, Barcelona, 1990s
By Estiluz, Estiluz Lighting, Leonardo Marelli
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
1990s. They have never been used, they are in very good condition. “Estiluz” original sticker label
Metal
$2,480Sale Price / set|30% Off
Postmodern Set of Four Gold Metal Wall Sconces by Estiluz, Barcelona, 1990s
By Leonardo Marelli, Estiluz, Estiluz Lighting
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
1990s. They have never been used, they are in very good condition. “Estiluz” original sticker label
Metal
Large Postmodern Coco Wood Wall Mirror by Robb & Stucky. Circa 1990s
Located in Miami, FL
Large Postmodern Coco Wood Wall Mirror by Robb & Stucky. Circa 1990s Features an asymmetrical solid
Mirror, Wood
$644Sale Price|19% Off
Large hand knotted carpet, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
condition 1990s - Belgium Dimensions: Lenght: 250cm Depth: 200cm Ref.: 983141 *Images are part of the
Wool
Postmodern "Bonsai" Wood Table Lamp by Josep Llusca for Blauet, Barcelona, 1990s
By Blauet, Josep Llusca
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Natural / Chrome. This Table Lamp was designed by Josep Llusca for Blauet, S.A. This lamp was designed and
Metal
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock by Lehn and Diehl for Koziol, 1990s
By Jacob Diehl, Koziol
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock by Lehn and Diehl for Koziol, 1990s
Plastic
Pair of Vintage Weiman Lounge Chairs, 1990s
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of vintage Weiman lounge chairs with a bold, sculptural presence and unmistakable postmodern character. Each chair features generously rounded proportions, oversized looping arm...
Upholstery
$585Sale Price / set|40% Off
Champagne Flutes Glasses, Postmodern 1990s
By Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of four (4) art glass Champagne flutes glasses, Postmodern, circa 1990s, Europe. In
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Italian wall or ceiling lamp Altrove, Carlotta de Bevilacqua for Artemide, 1990s
By Carlotta de Bevilacqua, Artemide
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian wall or ceiling lamp Altrove Carlotta de Bevilacqua for Artemide, 1990s Wall or ceiling
Metal
$2,373Sale Price / set|20% Off
Postmodern Clou sofa by Cor, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Striking postmodern design sofa model 'Clou' by Cor and designed by Wulf Schneider. Well designed and upholstered with high quality blue leather on chrome bases. The three seater ...
Leather
XXL Postmodern Rug in style of Memphis Group, 100% acrylic, Italy 1990s
By Memphis Milano
Located in Beograd, RS
Italy in the end of 1980s or early 1990s. Very good vintage condition with some signs of time and use
Acrylic
Set of 4 Postmodern Italian Model 2899 Ceiling Lamps from Reggiani, 1990s
By Reggiani
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant spotlight from the Italian manufacturer Reggiani. The luminaires impress with their simple shape and the high material quality. The spotlight ends on the front with wide ref...
Metal
$821Sale Price|20% Off
Postmodern "Bonsai" Wood Table Lamp by Josep Llusca for Blauet, Barcelona, 1990s
By Josep Llusca, Blauet
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Cherry / Satin Nickel. This Table Lamp was designed by Josep Llusca for Blauet, S.A. This lamp was
Metal
Set of Two Mark Brazier-Jones Candlesticks Model Olympia 1990s, Signed & Dated
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous set of two candlesticks. The set consists of one table and one wall candlestick. Model Olympia. Created by Mark Brazier-Jones. Both are signed and dated: Wall Candlestick: M...
Copper, Steel
Vintage Italian Model Brera T Table Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1990s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Hamburg, DE
Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Dimensions: 7.87ʺW
Metal
Italian Postmodern Model Pao T2 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Matteo Thun
Located in Hamburg, DE
otherwise. Additional information: Materials: Cherry WoodGlass Color: Brown Style: Postmodern Period: 1990s
Glass
$1,950Sale Price|50% Off
French 1990s Sunburst Flush Light
Located in New York, NY
A French 1990s golden brass light with orange and tea colored resin prisms. Rewired. Six light
Brass
Set of 2 Postmodern German Tessa Table Lamp from Brilliant Leuchten, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
. Designed 1990 to 1999 This piece has an attribution markIt is completely authentic, European Plug (up to
Metal
Vintage Postmodern Italian Zelig Table Lamp by Walter Monici for Lumina, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Monici from 1990. The elegance of the culinary is based on the game of asymmetry and balance. The formal
Metal
Set of 2 Postmodern Italian Virgo Table Lamps by Ilalia Gibertini, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two rare table lights from the Italian manufacturer Nemo after a design by Ilaria Gibertini from the early 90s. A rarity that has not been on the market for years. The shape of the ...
Aluminum
Set of 2 Postmodern Italian Model Gilda Table Lamps by Silvia Capponi, 1990s
By Silvia Capponi
Located in Hamburg, DE
. Additional information: Material: Plastic Color: Ivory Styles: Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin
Plastic
Postmodern Bent Glass Ashtray Bowl Catchall, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
A transparent bent glass ashtray or bowl/catchall, Modern style or Postmodern period, circa late
Glass
Italian Postmodern Model Pao T2 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Arteluce
Located in Hamburg, DE
information: Materials: Cherry Wood, Glass Color: Brown Period: 1990s Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Country of
Glass, Wood
$332Sale Price|20% Off
Green, Blue, Bronze and Clear Murano Glass Vase by Irene Paolo, Italy 1990s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1990s. This tulip vase is made with three-colored Murano hand-blown glass canes. It
Murano Glass
Italian Postmodern Model Pao T2 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Arteluce
Located in Hamburg, DE
Color: Silver Styles: Memphis, Postmodern Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Italy Item Type: Vintage
Glass, Wood
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.
Aided by photos taken of the maestro in his Milan studio, we honor the influential design talent who died last month at 87.
Adam Charlap Hyman and Andre Herrero, rising young design talents, are debuting a new, eclectic line of textiles.