What is modern furniture made of?

Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is Danish modern furniture?

Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What is modern furniture design?

Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What is modern style furniture?

Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.

What is the difference between modern furniture and old furniture?

The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What is mid century modern furniture?

Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?

Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What year is mid-century modern furniture?

There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What defines mid-century modern furniture?

Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?

The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?

Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames , Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?

Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.

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Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$9,411 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity mirror, Modern Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$5,164 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

$9,066

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Green Antiqua, by Greenapple

$9,755

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Green Antiqua, by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Calacatta Handmade by Greenapple

$8,607

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Calacatta Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Rosa Egeo Handmade by Greenapple

$10,099

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Rosa Egeo Handmade by Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Marble, Travertine, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Gold Leaf Handmade by Greenapple

$4,016 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Gold Leaf Handmade by Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Brass Frame, 1976

$1,285Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Brass Frame, 1976

Located in bari, IT

Stunning illuminating mirror named Infinity 1970s with brass frame.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

Infinity Chandelier

$7,240 / item

Infinity Chandelier

By Officina Ciani

Located in Milan, IT

A magnificent addition to both traditional and modern interiors, this chandelier boasts a Renaissance-inspired design interpreted with a combination of classic and modern materials. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Silver Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$8,951 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Silver Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Modern Infinity Travertine and Glass Coffee Table, Handmade by Greenapple

$5,508 / item

Modern Infinity Travertine and Glass Coffee Table, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Greenapple

$10,558 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$8,837

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$7,115 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Silver Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$5,164 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Silver Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

$8,951 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Mirror, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Burnished Brass, by Greenapple

$4,820 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Burnished Brass, by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Burnished Brass, by Greenapple

$10,903 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Burnished Brass, by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

$4,131

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Beech, Oak

Lamps Table Pair Marbled Midcentury Modern Circle Infinity Earth Palette

$5,388 / set

Lamps Table Pair Marbled Midcentury Modern Circle Infinity Earth Palette

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare, pair of Mid-Century Modern, marbled, circle, table lamps with custom made, linen shades, 41cm, 16” high Striking and unusual, injecting Classic design, balance and softness in...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Unframed Infinity Yaacov Agam Signed Holograph Agamograph

$3,500 / item

Mid-Century Modern Unframed Infinity Yaacov Agam Signed Holograph Agamograph

By Yaacov Agam

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a hand signed Agamograph by Israeli artist Yaacov Agam, known as the father of the Kinetic Art Movement. In excellent condition. Size is 12" x 12" unframed.

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Paper

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture with Butterflies

$6,174

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture with Butterflies

By Costantini

Located in Murano, Venezia

Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano glass sculpture infinity with 21 in paste multicolored butterflies attached with magnet. Modern sculpture ideal for a modern and rustic classic env...

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2010s Italian Modern Mounted Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture With Butterflies

$6,174

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture With Butterflies

By Costantini

Located in Murano, Venezia

Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano Glass Sculpture Infinity with 21 transparent multicolored butterflies attached with magnet. Modern sculpture ideal for a modern and rustic classic e...

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2010s Italian Modern Mounted Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture With Butterflies

$7,310 / item

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Murano Glass Infinity Sculpture With Butterflies

By Costantini

Located in Murano, Venezia

Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano Glass Sculpture Infinity with 21 Monarch butterflies attached with magnet. Modern sculpture ideal for a modern and rustic classic environment, for e...

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2010s Italian Modern Mounted Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Glass, Handmade by Greenapple

$5,164 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Glass, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Stainless Steel, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple

$9,066

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Statuary Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Gold Leaf Handmade by Greenapple

$4,016 / item

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table Gold Leaf Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

$4,131

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

$2,318

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table Beech Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Infinity Side Table, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Table Lamp, Brass and Smoked Glass, 1980

$2,400

Mid-Century Modern Infinity Table Lamp, Brass and Smoked Glass, 1980

By Sonneman Lighting, Harris Lamps

Located in Miami, FL

A tall vintage infinity table lamp with smoked glass and black base. The back is featured in Brass as well as the top. In perfect 3-way function and uses a max. 60 watts light bulb. ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of infinity mirrors 70S

$51,645 / set

Pair of infinity mirrors 70S

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of infinity mirrors from 70S

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Hojer Eksport Wilton, Brown Swirls INFINITY, UNUSED, Rya Rug, Modern Mid Century

$2,995

Hojer Eksport Wilton, Brown Swirls INFINITY, UNUSED, Rya Rug, Modern Mid Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hojer Eksport Wilton Brown Two Swirls INFINITY UNUSED Rya Rug Modern Mid Century DESIGNER: Hojer Eksport Wilton CIRCA: 1970s STYLE: Danish Hand-Knotted Rya, Mid-Century Modern ORIGI...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Stanley Landsman Infinity Mirror 1970

$11,200Sale Price|20% Off

Stanley Landsman Infinity Mirror 1970

Located in Chicago, IL

Stanley Landsman Infinity Mirror 1970 Painted matte black wood and mirrored glass Dimensions: 84¼ h × 25 w × 24 d in Stanley Landsman was a pioneering sculptor best known for his “In...

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Mirror, Wood

Tempus: Infinity, Illuminating Wall Watch

$23,708

Tempus: Infinity, Illuminating Wall Watch

By Ben Rousseau

Located in Timisoara, RO

THE “TEMPUS INFINITY WATCH” BY BEN ROUSSEAU TRANSCENDS THE CONVENTIONAL NOTIONS OF TIMEKEEPING, TRANSFORMING THE MERE ACT OF CHECKING THE HOUR INTO AN IMMERSIVE, KINETIC EXPERIENCE. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wall Clocks

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Aluminum

Infinity Side Table by Memoir Essence

$5,497 / item

Infinity Side Table by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Please contact us. The infinity Side Table captures the traditional marble sophistication with modern design.

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Infinity Center Table by Memoir Essence

$7,414 / item

Infinity Center Table by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Infinity Center Table by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 53 x W 100 x H 35 cm. Materials: Polished brass, walnut root and white marble. Also available in brushed brass. Please contact ...

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Infinity Dining Table by Cesare Arosio

$68,945 / item

Infinity Dining Table by Cesare Arosio

By Laura Meroni

Located in Milan, IT

This beautiful round dining table comes in a matte polished marble top with burnished brass inserts in the middle. The table top rests on a solid structure in wood finished in bronze...

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2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Laurameroni Infinity Console in Lacca 61 Ocra

$16,297 / item

Laurameroni Infinity Console in Lacca 61 Ocra

By Laurameroni, Cesare Arosio

Located in Monza, IT

Console in varnished Lacca 61 Ocra wood, featuring a curved base in perforated wood with Lacca 61 Ocra varnish and a smooth top. Finish: Lacca 61 Ocra. Part of the Infinity collect...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Infinity Star Armchair by Geraldine Larkin, UK

$21,555Sale Price|20% Off

Handcrafted Infinity Star Armchair by Geraldine Larkin, UK

By Geraldine Larkin

Located in London, GB

The chair is hand embroidered and designed by Geraldine Larkin and handcrafted by David Linley with a walnut base and legs. the design on the back of the chair is inspired by art dec...

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2010s British Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metallic Thread

45 Inches Round Infinity Mirror With Aluminum Frame

$4,995 / item

45 Inches Round Infinity Mirror With Aluminum Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage infinity mirror. The front glass is a two-way mirror behind which is a single ring of lights which itself is backed by an interior mirror. This creates the illusion of an inf...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary American Stainless Steel and Black Glass Infinity Table

$9,800

Contemporary American Stainless Steel and Black Glass Infinity Table

Located in Queens, NY

Contemporary American circular infinity center table with a brushed stainless steel cylindrical base and top with a central black glass panel with interior lights and mirrors to crea...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Center Tables

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Glass

Square Faceted Witch Mirror with Infinity Effect, 20th Century.

$2,639

Square Faceted Witch Mirror with Infinity Effect, 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Square faceted witch mirror with infinity effect, 20th century. Square faceted witch mirror with infinity effect, 20th century. Dimensions : H: 100cm, W: 100cm, D: 4cm Contact us ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror

Infinity Console in Hand Polished Stainless Steel and Travertino Marble

$7,115 / item

Infinity Console in Hand Polished Stainless Steel and Travertino Marble

Located in Beirut, LB

Part of the exclusive Infinity Line, this striking console and back-sofa table is conceived to echo and complete the unique design language and luminous transparency established by t...

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2010s Lebanese Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Round Infinity Wall Mirror Featuring a Textured Silver-Finished Frame

$900

Round Infinity Wall Mirror Featuring a Textured Silver-Finished Frame

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a round infinity wall mirror featuring a textured silver-finished frame and a glowing tunnel of warm lights. Dimensions: 31" diameter x 5" D Delivery within...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Silver Leaf

Infinity M dinning room wooden chandelier made of Ash

$1,371 / item

Infinity M dinning room wooden chandelier made of Ash

Located in Braga, PT

INFINITY M is a suspended linear wooden chandelier designed as a minimal architectural light element for contemporary interiors. The composition is defined by a horizontal structure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ash

Stanley Landsman Infinity Mirror Sculpture with Gilt Bronze Base

$2,800Sale Price|35% Off

Stanley Landsman Infinity Mirror Sculpture with Gilt Bronze Base

By Stanley Landsman

Located in Astoria, NY

Stanley Landsman (American, 1930-1984) Infinity Mirror Sculpture, circular glass mounted on gilt bronze base. 15.25" H x 12.25" W x 3" D. Provenance: From the Estate of American Fa...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Stanley Landsman "Starry Night" [Infinity Lit Cabinet] Lightbox Sculpture

$3,250Sale Price|29% Off

Stanley Landsman "Starry Night" [Infinity Lit Cabinet] Lightbox Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Stanley Landsman (American, 1930-1984) "Starry Night" [Infinity Lit Cabinet] Electrified Light Box Sculpture, composed of fountain pens, light bulbs, and mirrored glass, mounted on e...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Signed Amber & Cognac Art Glass Infinity Knot Sculpture, Serpentine Texture

$425 / item

Signed Amber & Cognac Art Glass Infinity Knot Sculpture, Serpentine Texture

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Signed Amber & Cognac Art Glass Infinity Knot Sculpture, Serpentine Texture. A striking signed amber and cognac art glass infinity knot sculpture, distinguished by its complex in...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

20th Century Silvered Metal Fireplace Mantel with Infinity Mirror

$4,550

20th Century Silvered Metal Fireplace Mantel with Infinity Mirror

Located in Queens, NY

Contemporary electrified silvered metal fireplace mantel with brass trim and smoked glass front panel and having interior birch logs and a switch-operated band of lights that conver...

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20th Century American Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Birch

AI Infinity Modular Sofa by Bomber Bax in Bouclé Fabric, Italy

$27,544Sale Price|20% Off

AI Infinity Modular Sofa by Bomber Bax in Bouclé Fabric, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

This flexibility makes it possible to create an original interplay of seating that can face or front-to-face, thus offering creative solutions for interaction and space utilization. ...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Vintage Greg Copeland Lace Texture Glass & Aluminum Infinity Mirror Signed

$1,100

Vintage Greg Copeland Lace Texture Glass & Aluminum Infinity Mirror Signed

By Greg Copeland

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in the 1970s, this is one of many different styles of wall art made by Greg Copland. His pieces can often be less than practical, using the mirror as more of a tool to fulfi...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Aluminum

Majestic Universe Views from Here to Infinity Hardcover Book

$95

Majestic Universe Views from Here to Infinity Hardcover Book

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Majestic Universe Views from Here to Infinity Hardcover Book by Serge Brunier.Only a book this big could convey the majesty of the ever-expanding universe and provide a glimpse into ...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Books

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Paper

Unique Large Bernhard Rohne 1970 Infinity - Brutalist Brass Etching Wall Art

$3,500

Unique Large Bernhard Rohne 1970 Infinity - Brutalist Brass Etching Wall Art

By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft

Located in St. Louis, MO

Bernhard Rohne German / Canadian Artist . Unique 1970 original design brass wall sculpture titled INFINITY (Boundless Curved Space). Handcrafted brass etching using a unique oxidatio...

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Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Brass

Oasis White Mirror with Infinity Lights and Brass Balls by Richard Hutten

$5,107 / item

Oasis White Mirror with Infinity Lights and Brass Balls by Richard Hutten

By Scarlet Splendour, Richard Hutten

Located in Kolkata, IN

Oasis white mirror with infinity lights and brass balls by Richard Hutten, is exquisite in its form with rich gleaming brass balls and houses magical infinite light reflections withi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Infinity Bookcase by Pol Quadens in Polished Stainless Steel, Belgium

$113,620 / item

Infinity Bookcase by Pol Quadens in Polished Stainless Steel, Belgium

Located in Geneve, CH

Infinity Bookcase by Pol Quadens Limited Edition Of 8+4 Pieces. Dimensions: D 30 x W 420 x H 360 cm. Materials: Polished stainless steel. Pol Quadens was born in Brussels. His fath...

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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases

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Stainless Steel

Grey Geometric Stainless Steel Minimalist Infinity Bookcase By Pol Quadens

$60,597 / item

Grey Geometric Stainless Steel Minimalist Infinity Bookcase By Pol Quadens

Located in Geneve, CH

Infinity II Bookcase by Pol Quadens Limited Edition Of 8+4 Pieces. Dimensions: D 30 x W 150 x H 220 cm. Materials: Polished stainless steel. Pol Quadens was born in Brussels. His f...

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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases

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Stainless Steel

Feline V Infinity Quartzite And Brass Unique Coffee Table by Grzegorz Majka

$70,697 / item

Feline V Infinity Quartzite And Brass Unique Coffee Table by Grzegorz Majka

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in Geneve, CH

Feline V Infinity Quartzite And Brass Unique Coffee Table by Grzegorz Majka Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 127 x W 163 x H 35,5 cm. Materials: Infinity quartzite and solid brass. Intro...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Brass

Infinity Design Bullecante Glass Bubble Balls or Bookends Pair of Labeled

$578

Infinity Design Bullecante Glass Bubble Balls or Bookends Pair of Labeled

Located in North Miami, FL

This pair of mesmerizing glass bubble/ bullecante balls have an infinity design. They have a label on the bottom that says Tani Sun Designer with SPIIS 5976. They can be glass sculpt...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Lusia Robinson Vase Infinity Fibreglass High Grey Black Brown

$1,347

Lusia Robinson Vase Infinity Fibreglass High Grey Black Brown

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Lusia Robinson: Infinity Vase This vase is characteristic of Robinson’s work emphasizing materiality within form integrating indigenous materials with modern technology and applicat...

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Vintage 1980s Philippine Industrial Bottles

Materials

Fiberglass

Vladimir Kagan Infinity Steel Glass Personal Family Coffee Table, Circa 1970

$9,500

Vladimir Kagan Infinity Steel Glass Personal Family Coffee Table, Circa 1970

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Originally installed in the living room of Vladimir Kagan and Erica Wilson's Park Avenue apartment. A true post modern piece constructed of polished stainless steel with a tempered g...

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20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Great Modern 1970's Infinity Mirror

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H 40 in W 28 in D 4 in

Great Modern 1970's Infinity Mirror

By Milo Baughman

Located in Allentown, PA

Original and Period Fantastic Rectangular Chrome and Glass Infinity Mirror With Substantial Chrome Frame Fitted with Interior light bulbs That Create An Optical Illusion when illumi...

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Chrome

"Infinity" Modern Washbasin ft. Nero Portoro Marble & Brass

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H 6.69 in Dm 17.32 in

"Infinity" Modern Washbasin ft. Nero Portoro Marble & Brass

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in London, GB

"Infinity" Modern Washbasin ft. Nero Portoro Marble & Brass An unusual shape of the washbasin represents the shape of infinity hidden in the visual design of the art piece. The Inf...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Bathroom Fixtures

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Marble, Brass

Organic Modern Cocktail Table with Figured Black Walnut & Infinity Edge: Kojima

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H 16 in W 22 in D 25 in

Organic Modern Cocktail Table with Figured Black Walnut & Infinity Edge: Kojima

By Michael Olshefski

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Primal Modern luxury organic modern furniture and sculpture is hand-crafted in Los Angeles by award-winning artist, architectural designer and studio founder Michael Olshefski.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Tables

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Organic Modern Cocktail Table with Black Walnut & Infinity Edge: Burnt Forest

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H 16 in W 22 in D 25 in

Organic Modern Cocktail Table with Black Walnut & Infinity Edge: Burnt Forest

By Michael Olshefski

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Primal Modern luxury organic modern furniture and sculpture is hand-crafted in Los Angeles by award-winning artist, architectural designer and studio founder Michael Olshefski.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Infinity wave table

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H 41.15 in W 16.34 in D 21.26 in

Infinity wave table

Located in ARSAC, FR

Infinite Wave At the beginning there is the ocean. The line of a wave, of a breaking tube, the vision of the surfer in the middle of this barrel... There are no more beautiful image...

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Angela Adams Infinity, Grey Rug, Geometric Circles, Wool, Handcrafted, Modern

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W 96 in L 120 in

Angela Adams Infinity, Grey Rug, Geometric Circles, Wool, Handcrafted, Modern

By Angela Adams

Located in Portland, ME

The simplicity of the Angela Adams Infinity / moonlight area rug invites us to stop and consider how a design can influence how we feel. Does the repeating pattern of concentric circ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Angela Adams Infinity, Pink Rug, Geometric Circles, Wool, Handcrafted, Modern

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W 96 in L 120 in

Angela Adams Infinity, Pink Rug, Geometric Circles, Wool, Handcrafted, Modern

By Angela Adams

Located in Portland, ME

The simplicity of the Angela Adams Infinity / Daylight area rug invites us to stop and consider how a design can influence how we feel. Does the repeating pattern of concentric circl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Contemporary Plywood 'Infinity Bench'

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H 13.25 in W 23.5 in D 63 in

Handmade Contemporary Plywood 'Infinity Bench'

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

The organic shape of this bench / table / recliner is the result of clever mathematics. The rings are serial, concentric hoops, like the layers of an onion, cut with CNC technology f...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Plywood

Infinity, Solid Walnut Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 32 in D 60 in

Infinity, Solid Walnut Coffee Table

Located in Phoenix, AZ

The Infinity coffee table is part of the Peter Thomas Original Collection. Crafted using solid American black walnut. Because of it's unique construction, gorgeous walnut end-grain i...

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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Wall Mirror with Infinity LIghts

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H 19.5 in W 19.5 in D 4 in

Wall Mirror with Infinity LIghts

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish and hip infinity light mirror was acquired from an estate in South Beach, Florida and dates to the 1970s. The frame is a burl pattern laminate and the mirror a bronze co...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Laminate

Tanya Pfeffer “Infinity” Op Art Painting

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H 1 in W 20 in D 19 in

Tanya Pfeffer “Infinity” Op Art Painting

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A lovely Op Art painting on brown paper by Tanya Pfeffer, likely from the 1970s. Orange and pink squares separated by greenish gray lines in descending size from right to left. In a ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

Java Mahogany Infinity Table by Lee Weitzman

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H 30 in W 46 in D 84 in

Java Mahogany Infinity Table by Lee Weitzman

By Lee Weitzman

Located in Chicago, IL

The Infinity Table is made out of Java Mahogany wood ( as shown in the images). The table features some elegant curves which are contrasted by its flat rectangle glass top. The table...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Stainless Steel and Leather

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H 20 in W 14 in D 23.5 in

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Stainless Steel and Leather

By Christopher Kreiling Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his designs for Hermès. The base is solid stainless steel, bevelled at the front, and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Handcrafted Occasional Chair Infinity Star Metallic Hand Embroidery

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H 32.29 in W 30.52 in D 34.65 in

Handcrafted Occasional Chair Infinity Star Metallic Hand Embroidery

By Geraldine Larkin

Located in London, GB

Handcrafted chair is a perfect occasional piece to add a touch of luxury to a living room or bedroom. Designed with smooth curves and upholstered in hand embroidered pastel silk and...

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2010s Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Infinity Wood Carved Console Table by Boca do Lobo

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H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 15.75 in

Infinity Wood Carved Console Table by Boca do Lobo

By Boca Do Lobo

Located in New York, NY

Boca do Lobo's furniture exhales style, grace and luxury and this is certainly the case for Infinity console, a fascinating and exclusive piece, proven to be impressive and eye-catch...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Console Tables

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Wood

Cool Mod 1970's Vintage Infinity Tunnel Mirror Lamp

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Cool Mod 1970's Vintage Infinity Tunnel Mirror Lamp

Located in Miami, FL

This piece is a great conversational sculptural piece . It s in excellent vintage condition free of any damage and it lights up beautifully.

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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern More Mirrors

Materials

Metal

"Elements V" Center Table ft. Infinity Quartzite & Liquid Bronze Finish

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H 13 in W 63 in D 43 in

"Elements V" Center Table ft. Infinity Quartzite & Liquid Bronze Finish

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in London, GB

“The Elements V” contemporary center table is one of a kind and one of the series of various coffee tables within Elements collection. Created of the two totally different shapes, s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum, Nickel

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling

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H 20 in W 14 in D 23.5 in

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling

By Christopher Kreiling Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Cantilever Infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his designs for Hermès. The base is solid brass, beveled at the front, and mirror poli...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling

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H 20 in W 14 in D 20 in

Cantilever Infinity Side Table in Leather and Brass by Christopher Kreiling

By Christopher Kreiling Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Cantilever Infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his designs for Hermès. The base is solid brass, beveled at the front, and mirror poli...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

"Elements Vb" Center Table ft. Infinity Quartzite and Liquid Nickel Finish

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H 17 in W 63 in D 43 in

"Elements Vb" Center Table ft. Infinity Quartzite and Liquid Nickel Finish

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in London, GB

“The Elements Vb” Contemporary Center Table, one of a kind and one of the series of various coffee tables within Elements collection. Created of the two totally different structures...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Quartz, Aluminum, Nickel

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling

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H 20 in W 14 in D 20 in

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling

By Christopher Kreiling Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his designs for Hermès. The base is solid brass, beveled at the front, and mirror poli...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling

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H 20 in W 14 in D 23.5 in

Pair of Cantilever Infinity Side Tables in Leather and Brass by C. Kreiling

By Christopher Kreiling Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The cantilever infinity side table was inspired by Paul Dupré-Lafon's use of stacked leather in his designs for Hermès. The base is solid brass, bevelled at the front, and mirror pol...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Hand Embroidered Metallic Silk Yarn Pillows Infinity Star Design

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H 11.82 in W 19.69 in D 4.73 in

Handcrafted Hand Embroidered Metallic Silk Yarn Pillows Infinity Star Design

By Geraldine Larkin

Located in London, GB

Handcrafted hand embroidered pillows pink and lilac silk threads embroidered with shades of pale gold metallics. Infinity star design to compliment chair in the same embroidery desi...

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2010s English Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Infinity Console Table with Floating Legs and Glass Top by Lee Weitzman

Unavailable

H 34 in W 51 in D 20 in

Infinity Console Table with Floating Legs and Glass Top by Lee Weitzman

Located in Chicago, IL

Shown at top with bamboo S-curve base, chestnut Lyptus legs and stainless steel foot detailing. The legs are attache via ultra violet crystal clear glue to the bottom of the glass, g...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

Infinity Squares-Table in 1, 200 Year Old Bog Oak with Hand-Turned Legs

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H 29 in W 39 in D 62 in

Infinity Squares-Table in 1, 200 Year Old Bog Oak with Hand-Turned Legs

By Vladimir Krasnogorov, Thomas Newman

Located in Hoboken, NJ

A tabletop is an opportunity to display the beauty of whatever material it is fashioned from, and this piece does not disappoint. The striking beauty 1200 year old bog oak, sawn ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bog Wood

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase

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H 79 in W 72 in D 16 in

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase

Located in Westwood, NJ

Composed of a rhythmic stack of oval compartments, this bookcase creates visual impact through form and contrast. Shown in a rich Batavia Black exterior with a warm fruitwood interio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Renzo Palmerini Modern Abstract Marble 'Infinity' Sculpture

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H 16.5 in W 13 in D 5 in

Renzo Palmerini Modern Abstract Marble 'Infinity' Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern abstract marble 'Infinity' sculpture by American artist Renzo Palmerini. The piece likely dates from the late 20th century, has an incised signature on the back lower edge and...

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20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern "Infinity" Sculpted Lamp by Modeline

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H 39.5 in Dm 12.5 in

Mid-Century Modern "Infinity" Sculpted Lamp by Modeline

By Modeline Lamp Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern "Infinity" sculpted lamp by Modeline.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Chrome

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Questions About Modern Infinity Furniture

What is modern furniture made of?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is Danish modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is modern furniture design?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is modern style furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.
What is the difference between modern furniture and old furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is mid century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What year is mid-century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What defines mid-century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019
The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.
Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.