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French brutalist birth chair
Located in Copenhagen, DK
French Brutalist birthing chair from approx. The 1970s. In dark stained pine and with beautiful
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Oak

French brutalist birth chair
French brutalist birth chair
H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 10.24 in
Brutalist french console
Located in PAU, FR
Brutalist french console Made by a shepherd of the Pyrenees mountains on the years 50’s. Really
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Console Tables

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Wood

Brutalist french console
Brutalist french console
H 25.6 in W 47.25 in D 14.57 in
Brutalist Monoxyle Chair, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This handcrafted brutalist chair, dating back to circa 1970, showcases the raw beauty of solid wood
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Wood

Brutalist Monoxyle Chair, France, 1970s
Brutalist Monoxyle Chair, France, 1970s
H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Concrete chair from 1970s France, designed with a remarkable twist. This chair offers a unique faux
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Concrete

Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
H 30.32 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brutalist high-back chair, a statement piece made from solid tree trunk planks. This chair embodies
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs

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Wood

Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
H 41.34 in W 30.71 in D 14.18 in
French Brutalist buffet, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt, Pierre Chapo
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
example of French Brutalist design, this buffet is meticulously crafted from solid oak, celebrating raw
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

French Brutalist buffet, 1950s
French Brutalist buffet, 1950s
H 37.41 in W 66.74 in D 20.48 in
Brutalist Organic Bench, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking wooden bench embodies the bold aesthetic of brutalist design, seamlessly blending raw
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Benches

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Wood

Brutalist Organic Bench, France, 1970s
Brutalist Organic Bench, France, 1970s
H 35.04 in W 76.78 in D 25.6 in
Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
These brutalist monoxyle chairs are sculpted entirely from single blocks of solid wood, showcasing
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Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Lounge Chairs

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Wood

Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
H 24.41 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Pair of French 1970s Brutalist Chairs
Located in CA, CA
An Imposing pair of hand carved French high back brutalist chairs each standing at over six feet
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Wood

Pair of French 1970s Brutalist Chairs
Pair of French 1970s Brutalist Chairs
H 74.5 in W 30 in D 24.5 in
Brutalist coffee table, made in France
Located in PARIS, FR
Brutalist coffee table, made in France
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Side Tables

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Wood

French Brutalist Oak Side Table, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Brutalist Oak Side Table, 1940s–1950s "Simplicity is not an end in art, but one arrives
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Side Tables

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Oak

French Brutalist Oak Side Table, 1940s
French Brutalist Oak Side Table, 1940s
H 19.69 in W 32.29 in D 18.31 in
French Brutalist Chain Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold expression of mid-20th century French Brutalism, this striking table lamp is crafted from a
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps

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Iron

French Brutalist Chain Lamp
French Brutalist Chain Lamp
H 34 in W 19 in D 19 in
Mid-Century French Brutalist Wood Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Brutalist Wood Mirror. H / 24.8 inches.
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Sunburst Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Bespoke French Plaster Brutalist Console
Located in New York, NY
Bespoke French Plaster Brutalist Console by Auberlet et Laurent. The console is made exclusively
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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Console Tables

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Plaster

Bespoke French Plaster Brutalist Console
Bespoke French Plaster Brutalist Console
H 31.5 in W 41 in D 16.25 in
Brutalist Gouge Carved Stool, France, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A 1960s French brutalist style stool. Gauge carved wood with metal fasteners.
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Stools

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Wood

Brutalist Gouge Carved Stool, France, 1960s
Brutalist Gouge Carved Stool, France, 1960s
H 15.75 in W 11.75 in D 11.5 in
1960s French Brutalist Tripod Stool
Located in London, GB
1960s French brutalist tripod stool. Superb primitive oak stool with bobbin legs and carved seat
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Stools

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Oak

1960s French Brutalist Tripod Stool
1960s French Brutalist Tripod Stool
H 14.18 in W 18.12 in D 9.45 in
French Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Brutalist design, this solid oak dining table embraces monolithic proportions and sculptural
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Dining Room Tables

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Oak

French Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1940s
French Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1940s
H 30.12 in W 63 in D 39.38 in
Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Benches

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Wood

Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s
Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s
H 17.72 in W 50.79 in D 19.1 in
French Artisanal Brutalist Dining Table
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage 65" diameter artisanal and brutalist style French table features a thick slab top with
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20th Century French Brutalist Dining Room Tables

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Bronze

Solid Oak Brutalist Chair, France ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. In furniture and décor, the Brutalist movement was somber, giving importance to eerie organic and
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Chairs

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Oak

Solid Oak Brutalist Chair, France ca 1940s
Solid Oak Brutalist Chair, France ca 1940s
H 34.65 in W 13.98 in D 17.92 in
Brutalist Rustic Stone Table, France, 1940s
Located in Austin, TX
Brutalist style stone top table on oak cradle frame base. Heavy gauge organic stone with natural
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20th Century French Brutalist Side Tables

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Stone

French Brutalist Dining Table by Georges Robert
By Georges Robert
Located in Houston, TX
French Brutalist Dining Table By Georges Robert. Our handsome French Brutalist table, dining table
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Dining Room Tables

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Pine

French Brutalist Dining Table by Georges Robert
French Brutalist Dining Table by Georges Robert
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 34.26 in
Brutalist Art Populaire Mountain Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four brutalist mountain chairs, made of solid wood and steeped in the rich history of
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs

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Wood

Brutalist Round Coffee Table, France, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This round coffee table features a timeworn oak surface rich with character and patina, reflecting years of use. The central ring detail suggests a utilitarian heritage, adding rusti...
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
Located in London, London
Sideboard Oak Brutalist Sliding doors France 1940s
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Early 20th Century French Brutalist Sideboards

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Oak

French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
H 31.5 in W 72.05 in D 21.26 in
Brutalist Candleholder, France, 1960
By Felix Agostini
Located in Munich, DE
French candleholder in solid gilded metal for four candles, which will be a famous piece in your
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist More Candle Holders

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Metal

Brutalist Candleholder, France, 1960
Brutalist Candleholder, France, 1960
H 11.42 in W 7.88 in D 6.3 in
Antique French rustic brutalist oak bench
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beutiful very heavy rustic oak bench. length: 175 cm x 31 cm x 41 cm
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Vintage 1920s French Brutalist Benches

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Oak

Antique French rustic brutalist oak bench
Antique French rustic brutalist oak bench
H 16.15 in W 68.9 in D 15.75 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
An exceptional French Brutalist Art Deco vitrine cabinet from the 1940s, crafted in solid oak with
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 62.6 in W 40.56 in D 16.54 in
Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic and charming, this monoxyle wooden seat hails from the Pyrénées region, circa 1950. A fine example of traditional craftsmanship, it features a solid wood construction with a s...
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools

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Wood

Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s
Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s
H 28.75 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
French Brutalist Brass Scarab Coffee Table Base
By Francois Melin, Alessandro Mazzucotelli, Jacques Duval Brasseur, Henri Fernandez, Isabelle Faure
Located in Houston, TX
French Brutalist Brass Scarab Coffee Table Base. We offer this handsome large French Brutalist
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

French Brutalist Brass Scarab Coffee Table Base
French Brutalist Brass Scarab Coffee Table Base
H 10.75 in W 38.25 in D 22.75 in
French Brutalist Dining Table in Solid Wood
By Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Chapo
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This striking French Brutalist dining table, crafted in the 1950s, is a masterful study of form and
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany

French Brutalist Dining Table in Solid Wood
French Brutalist Dining Table in Solid Wood
H 30.32 in W 74.41 in D 31.11 in
Round Brutalist Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brutalist round wooden coffee table with a four-legged base, made of solid wood with a charismatic
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Brutalist Square Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic square brutalist coffee table with a four-legged base, crafted from solid wood with an
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Brutalist Square Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Brutalist Square Coffee Table, France, 1950s
H 15.75 in W 27.17 in D 27.56 in
Elmwood Brutalist cabinet, France circa 1960
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
One of a kind wood " Brutalist "cabinet . Elmwood. Organic built, 4 feet, each in a different
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Cabinets

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Elm

Elmwood Brutalist cabinet, France circa 1960
Elmwood Brutalist cabinet, France circa 1960
H 38.59 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By De Coene Frères, Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This heavy Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 42.13 in W 87.01 in D 18.9 in
Brutalist Iron Dining Chair, France 1970s - 6 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually. A beautiful and unique welded iron Brutalist chair featuring
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Iron

Brutalist oak wood tripod stool, France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful brutalist tripod stool, made in France in the 1950s. Oak wood, thin legs, rounded seat, a
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools

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Oak

Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Derived from the French word "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism is the architectural style that emerged
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Stools

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Wood

Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools, France 1960s
Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools, France 1960s
H 14.97 in W 15.95 in D 11.23 in
Brutalist Solid Wood Low Tripod Chair, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Benches

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Wood

Pair of Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s
Pair of Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s
H 17.72 in W 50.79 in D 19.1 in
Set of 8 French Brutalist Solid Oak Chairs
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Set of 8 French Brutalist Solid Oak Chairs
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Oak

Set of 8 French Brutalist Solid Oak Chairs
Set of 8 French Brutalist Solid Oak Chairs
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 21.26 in
French Brutalist Stool
By Charlotte Perriand, Francis Jourdain
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Fantastic wood stool from France. Made in the 1960s, no hardware. Lovely primitive look. Good
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Oak

French Brutalist Stool
French Brutalist Stool
H 8.47 in Dm 8.47 in
Brutalist Tripod Side Table, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 19th-century dark wood tripod side table embodies the essence of wabi-sabi, celebrating beauty in imperfection. Its weathered surface and asymmetrical tripod legs radiate rustic...
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Antique 19th Century French Brutalist Side Tables

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Wood

Monoxyle Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This stunning 1970s floor lamp features a uniquely textured wooden base with intricate natural patterns, evoking an organic, earthy aesthetic. The lamp is crowned with a soft beige d...
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

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Wood

Monoxyle Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970s
Monoxyle Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970s
H 28.75 in W 13.78 in D 15.75 in
Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970's
Located in Austin, TX
Sculptural adjustable single arm floor lamp with Brutalist styling, handcrafted from welded steel
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Floor Lamps

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Steel

Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970's
Brutalist Floor Lamp, France, 1970's
H 73 in W 41 in D 8.75 in
Brutalist elm wood tripod stool, France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful tripod stool made in France in the 1950s, anonymous work. Elm wood. Really decorative and
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools

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Wood

Brutalist Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This rustic brutalist coffee table captures the raw beauty of minimalist design with its bold, two
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Brutalist Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Brutalist Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, France, 1950s
H 14.57 in W 46.86 in D 24.41 in
French Brutalist Carved Oak Bar, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
shadow and depth. France, 1950s Grounded in the Brutalist ethos of weight and structure, this bar
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Dry Bars

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Iron

French Brutalist Carved Oak Bar, 1950s
French Brutalist Carved Oak Bar, 1950s
H 39.38 in W 53.75 in D 23.04 in
Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools C1950 France
By Atelier Marolles
Located in Trensacq, FR
Pair of Brutalist tripod Stools C1950 attributed to Jean Touret/Atelier Marolles. A nice duo of
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Stools

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Wood

Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools C1950 France
Pair of Brutalist Tripod Stools C1950 France
H 17.33 in W 14.97 in D 11.03 in
Brutalist Stained Beech Dining Chairs, France 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Brutalist stained beech dining chairs, France 1960s Brutalist, stained beech dining chairs with
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Brutalist hand-carved wooden sculpture, France
Located in TOURS, FR
Unusual brutalist hand-carved wooden sculpture, France American walnut, lead-cover
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Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

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Lead

Brutalist hand-carved wooden sculpture, France
Brutalist hand-carved wooden sculpture, France
H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 15.75 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
warm tones. This remarkable piece exudes elegance and sophistication, reflecting the meticulous French
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 37.8 in W 78.35 in D 19.69 in
4 Brutalist Oak Rush Seat Chairs, France 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 4 vintage brutalist oak chairs with rush seats. Additional information: Country of
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20th Century French Brutalist Chairs

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Oak, Straw, Rush

4 Brutalist Oak Rush Seat Chairs, France 1960s
4 Brutalist Oak Rush Seat Chairs, France 1960s
H 42.13 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
French Brutalist Elm Coffee Table by Atelier Marolles
By Jean Touret, Atelier Marolles
Located in Houston, TX
French Brutalist elm coffee table by Atelier Marolles. This handsome hand carved French elm
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Elm

1940s Brutalist French armchairs
Located in London, Lambeth
. Exposed dowels in the wonderfully designed armchairs. Cc 1940s French
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Oak

1940s Brutalist French armchairs
1940s Brutalist French armchairs
H 40 in W 29 in D 34 in
21st Century French Brutalist Style Oakwood Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Industrial minimalist bench made of a single piece of solid waxed French Oakwood in combination
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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Benches

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Metal

Brutalist Alpine Chest, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 19th-century Alpine storage chest is a striking example of vernacular craftsmanship. Hand-hewn from solid wood, its bold geometric structure is accentuated by oversized faceted ...
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Antique 19th Century French Brutalist Blanket Chests

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Wood

Brutalist Alpine Chest, France, 19th Century
Brutalist Alpine Chest, France, 19th Century
H 36.62 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
Set of Four Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Benches

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Wood

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French Brutalist Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of French brutalist furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of French brutalist furniture — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of French brutalist furniture, we have 918 options in-stock, while there are 35 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of French brutalist furniture made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of French brutalist furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charles Dudouyt, Eric Astoul and Fondica produced versions that are worth a look.

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Prices for a piece of French brutalist furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $95,283, while the average can fetch as much as $2,699.
Questions About French Brutalist Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Brutalist furniture is the term for furnishings that reflect the characteristics of Brutalism, a style that emerged during the mid-20th century. Furniture that fits the definition prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and the utilization of negative space and typically features spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes, a stripped-down, natural look and rugged textures. Modular construction from industrial materials, such as tubular steel, concrete, glass and granite, is also common. Furniture designers who worked in the Brutalist style include Le Corbusier, Marcel Breuer, Paul Evans, Oscar Niemeyer, Paul Rudolph and Tom Greene. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Brutalist furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    French furniture is usually just called French furniture in English. In French, someone might say "les meubles français," which translates directly to "French furniture." However, there are names for furniture styles inspired by the furniture produced in France. French Provincial is the name for pieces made in or inspired by craftsmen from the Loire Valley or in Lyon. Furniture produced in this style often shows off scalloped carvings and curving cabriole legs. French royal furniture is the general term for furnishings made for the monarchs of France or inspired by these pieces. An example is Louis XVI furniture, which often includes clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. Find a wide variety of French furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.