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16 piece miniature modernist furniture set, Netherlands 1920s
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in ECHT, NL
Set of 16 highly original miniature furniture. It consist of a dining table with 4 chairs, 2 beds
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Early 20th Century Dutch Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Coffee Table by Cesare Lacca, Italy, Mid-20th Century
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
-designer Cesare Lacca created modernist furniture and metalwork throughout the 1950s.  
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Early 20th Century Italian Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Restored Bauhaus Trolley by Mücke - Melder, Beech, Chrome, Czechia, 1920s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer specializing in tubular steel designs. This
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1920s Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Two Restored Blue Armchairs by Mucke-Melder, Czechia, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular steel designs. This
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Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Early Cantilever Lounge Chair by Paul Schuitema
By Paul Schuitema
Located in Tilburg, NL
a really beautifully aged original example of Dutch modernist furniture. The delicate original
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Early 20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Original Bauhaus Armchair, by Mücke - Melder, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer specializing in tubular steel
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Steel

French Midcentury Oak Stool, Tripod Flared Feet, 1920s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
modernist furniture. By incorporating this authentic and warm French midcentury oak stool into your home
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1920s French Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Restored Bauhaus Armchair with Foot Stool, by Mücke-Melder, Steel, Czech, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
(18.9 in) Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer specializing in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1930's Avant-Garde Modernist Flower Stand
Located in Brno, CZ
the modernist furniture in the 1930’s.
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique 1930's Avant-Garde Modernist Flower Stand
1930's Avant-Garde Modernist Flower Stand
H 32.68 in W 25.2 in D 9.45 in
Venetian Demilune Console, Hand Carved Solid Mahogany, Restored
By Eugenio Quarti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
the Turin exhibition presenting modernist furniture in predominantly dark wood decorated with
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Early 1900s Italian Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Sirocco teak armchair, Arne Norell, Sweden, 1964
By Arne Norell
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
designers adhere to the simplicity of the form and line of modernist furniture, they nevertheless reject the
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1660s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Leather, Teak

Early 20th Century American Primitive Milking Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
functionality and purity of design. Like modernist furniture, this stool celebrates the raw beauty of natural
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Early 20th Century American Primitive Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

1930s Weimar Republic Bauhaus German Modernist Secretaire Bookcase Suite Walnut
By Georg Schoettle
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
European modernist furniture. Typical of the period, the suite has a Minimalist appearance devoid of
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1920s German Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Black Leather Armchair, 1930s Czechia, Made by Mucke-Melder and Fully Restored
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Grey Original Tubular Mucke, Melder Armchairs, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Red Tubular Steel Cantilever Chrome Armchair, High Quality Leather, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair in Art Deco, Chrome, New Ivory Leather, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair in Art Deco, Chrome, New Blue Leather, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Grey Restored Tubular Thonet Armchairs by Anton Lorenz, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Black Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchair, Chrome, New Leather and Upholstery
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Black Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchairs, Chrome, New Upholstery, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Black Tubular Steel Cantilever Armchairs, Chrome, New Upholstery, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Horomerice, CZ
"Made by Mücke Melder, an influential modernist furniture manufacturer that specialised in tubular
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Armchair ‘Bridge’ Designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nk, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stockholm. NK was known as one of the most important producers of modernist furniture in Sweden. During this
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Lacquer

Joan Busquets Workshop Masterpiece Modernist Nouveau Desk Cabinet, ca. 1898
Located in South Burlington, VT
From Spain's Catalan Modernist Furniture Maker Joan Busquets Studio & Workshop A Unique work of
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19th Century Spanish Arts and Crafts Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Dutch Modernist Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s Dutch modernist wood side table or writing desk with architectural zig-zag base. Minimal yet
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1920s Dutch Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Dutch Modernist Side Table
Dutch Modernist Side Table
H 28 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic modernist early 20th century Dan Peoples stool from Ivory Coast, carved from one piece of
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Early 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
H 9.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic modernist early 20th century Dan Peoples stool from Ivory Coast, carved from one piece of
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Early 20th Century Ivorian Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
Modernist Dan Peoples Stool
H 10 in W 8 in D 8 in
Rare Modernist Cupboard
Located in LELYSTAD, FL
Rare modernist cupboard made of oak wood in The Netherlands in the 1920s. This high cabinet was
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Rare Modernist Cupboard
Rare Modernist Cupboard
H 90.56 in W 39.38 in D 22.05 in
Austrian Modernist Mahogany Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine and stylish mahogany table, early 20th century, the round top with under chamfered edge over six hexagonal tapered legs joined by hexagonal shelf, and standing on cast bronze he...
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Modernist Pendant Lamp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A spare and refined pendant lamp having a single Edison bulb attached to a nickeled steel rod and mounting plate.
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1920s American Industrial Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

Modernist Pendant Lamp
Modernist Pendant Lamp
H 56 in Dm 5 in
A Modernist Rocking Chair
Located in Conwy, GB
Dry untreated plywood and pine. Unknown maker but clearly influenced by the work of Axel Einar Hjoth, Alvar Aalto, Gerald Summers and Marcel Breuer. Anon, 1930s.
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Early 20th Century European Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine, Plywood

A Modernist Rocking Chair
A Modernist Rocking Chair
H 34.2 in W 19 in D 27.5 in
19th Century Modernist Chair
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
19th centuy mordenist chair. Solid wood and leather work. Very decorative. Measures: 65 x 50 x 110 cm Good condition.
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Late 19th Century French Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Modernist Chair
19th Century Modernist Chair
H 43.31 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Modernist Brass Table Lamp
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
17.5″ H, 12″ OAD, 5″ Base Diam.
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19th Century Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Modernist Brass Table Lamp
Modernist Brass Table Lamp
H 17.5 in Dm 12 in
Paul Follot modernist side table
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist side/end table in burled walnut and babinga with inlays in ebony. Circa 1928. 25
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Ebony

Paul Follot modernist side table
Paul Follot modernist side table
H 25 in W 25 in D 25 in
Pair of French Modernist Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Modernist armchairs. Upholstered seat and back mounted on chrome plated steel
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1920s French Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of French Modernist Armchairs
Pair of French Modernist Armchairs
H 33.5 in W 26.5 in D 33 in
Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist Art Deco three-tiered side/end/drinks table by Paul Follot, circa 1926, in
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1920s French Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
Paul Follot Modernist Side Table
H 22 in W 20 in D 20 in
Rustic Modernist Armchair, Sweden, 1920s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early modern armchair from Sweden, approximately dating back to 1920, crafted from stained oak and preserved in its original condition. While the upholstery showcases elements of Exp...
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1920s Swedish Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Rustic Modernist Armchair, Sweden, 1920s
Rustic Modernist Armchair, Sweden, 1920s
H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 22.05 in
Nickel Plated Modernist Candelabra
By Raymond Loewy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Nickel plated candelabra most likely manufactured in Sweden during the first half of the XXth century.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Streamlined Moderne Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Nickel Plated Modernist Candelabra
Nickel Plated Modernist Candelabra
H 7.29 in W 12.6 in D 4.14 in
Modernist Burl wood Cabinet
Located in Denton, TX
Birdseye maple waterfall cabinet /bookcase with multiple enclosed cabinets and open shelves. This cabinet does disassemble for easy transport. The bottom doors have working locks, th...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Oak

Modernist Burl wood Cabinet
Modernist Burl wood Cabinet
H 68 in W 82 in D 19.5 in
Modernist Wooden Cello Case
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Interesting modernist, cubist handmade wood cello case from the 1900-1920s. Great folk art object
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Early 20th Century German Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modernist Wooden Cello Case
Modernist Wooden Cello Case
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Modernist Parisian Street Scene Painting
By John Cunningham
Located in Denton, TX
Modernist Parisian street scene painting oil on board Signed John Cunningham Cunningham was an
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Masonite

Modernist Parisian Street Scene Painting
Modernist Parisian Street Scene Painting
H 29.88 in W 25.75 in D 2.75 in
Modernist Pair of Wood Sculpture Armchairs
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Modernist pair of wood sculpture armchairs.
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Early 1900s Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modernist Pair of Wood Sculpture Armchairs
Modernist Pair of Wood Sculpture Armchairs
H 37.41 in W 41.74 in D 42.92 in
Large modernist candelabra, circa 1940
Located in PARIS, FR
Large modernist brass candelabre from an ancient church. Good condition, nice patina. 52cm x
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Early 20th Century French Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Large modernist candelabra, circa 1940
Large modernist candelabra, circa 1940
H 12.6 in W 20.48 in D 4.73 in
Modernist Solid Bronze Horse Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large expertly executed modernist early to mid 20th century large extremely heavy solid bronze
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Early 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Stool by H. Wouda, 1924
By H.Pander & Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modernist yellow stool, Hendrik Wouda, H. Pander & Zonen, Netherlands, 1924. Painted pine, silk
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1920s Dutch Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Modernist Stool by H. Wouda, 1924
Modernist Stool by H. Wouda, 1924
H 16.93 in W 20.48 in D 14.57 in
Lucie Renaudot, Large-Scale Modernist Armchair
By Lucie Renaudot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist armchair. Model exhibited at the 1929 Salon des Artistes Decorateurs, Paris
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Early 20th Century French Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Beech

European Modernist Carpet, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
their clients. Every detail, from the furniture, textiles, carpets and even flat-ware were produced for
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1910s Spanish Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wool

Modernist Whale Bronze Sculpture/Fountain
Located in Essex, MA
Interesting garden bronze freeform whale as a sculpture/fountain. The abstract whale form measures 44 W x 12 D x 10 H and has a faucet in the tail where a hose may be attached to p...
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Early 20th Century American Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Walnut Art Deco Modernist Game Table, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist game table. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Walnut Art Deco Modernist Game Table, 1920s
Walnut Art Deco Modernist Game Table, 1920s
H 23.43 in W 30.91 in D 25.01 in
European Modernist Carpet, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Europe during the modernist movement of the early 20th century. The floral elements in this delightful
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1920s Spanish Spanish Colonial Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Wool

Oak Art Deco Modernist Side Table, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Modernist side table. The design is in the style of L.O.V. Oosterbeek
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Modernist cabinet. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak and
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1920s Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Glass, Macassar, Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
H 34.65 in W 29.53 in D 16.54 in
Early Modernist Table Lamp, Viennese Style
By Adolf Loos
Located in London, GB
A Venetian style table lamp from early 20th century europe, restored sympathetically. Reminicent of the work of Adolf Loo's.
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1920s Austrian Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

Modernist Bronze Female Bust, circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
Modernist bronze female bust, circa 1920 Expressionistic and quaint bust, which sits atop an
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1920s American Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vanity by Dutch Modernist H. Wouda, 1924
By H.Pander & Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modernist yellow vanity, Hendrik Wouda, H. Pander & Zonen, Netherlands, 1924. Painted pine
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1920s Dutch Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Vanity by Dutch Modernist H. Wouda, 1924
Vanity by Dutch Modernist H. Wouda, 1924
H 70.87 in W 37.41 in D 20.48 in
French Modernist Architectural Hanging Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French modernist architectural hanging light fixture made of tubular steel and painted in off
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Early 20th Century French Modern Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

DIM 'Joubert et Petit' Modernist Dining Table
By DIM, René Joubert and Philippe Petit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist Art Deco dining table by DIM (Joubert et Petit) in rosewood, circa 1928. 47" wide
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1920s French Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Oak Art Deco Modernist Bench or Sofa, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Modernist bench or sofa. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Bench or Sofa, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Modernist Bench or Sofa, 1920s
H 30.71 in W 69.49 in D 28.94 in
French Modernist Desk Lamp with Parchment Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French modernist desk lamp with parchment shade. Dimensions listed (10 in. diameter x 18 in
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1920s French Bauhaus Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Amazing and rare Art Deco Modernist cabinet. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak and
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Modernist Antique Furniture

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Modernist Cabinet, 1920s
H 25.79 in W 26.38 in D 17.72 in
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Modernist Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of modernist antique furniture available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and fabric, every item from our selection of modernist antique furniture was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of modernist antique furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of modernist antique furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of modernist antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Jacques Adnet, Gerrit Rietveld and Robert Slezák are consistently popular.

How Much is a Modernist Antique Furniture?

A piece of modernist antique furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,804, while the lowest priced sells for $123 and the highest can go for as much as $85,000.
Questions About Modernist Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.