$1,391 / item
H 23.23 in W 23.23 in D 0.79 in
Havgus Sea Mist Wall Decoration in Bio-Based Resin by Waves.STUDIO
Located in Geneve, CH
Havgus Sea Mist Wall Decoration in Bio-Based Resin by Waves.STUDIO Dimensions: D 2 x W 59 x H 59 cm. Materials: Bio-based resin. This piece is titled Sea Mist because it captures th...
Resin
Dusty Peach Point Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
metal. The Point Table is a modern and minimal outdoor dining table. It elegantly combines a
Metal
Black Point Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
. The Point Table is a modern and minimal outdoor dining table. It elegantly combines a minimalistic
Metal
Green Point Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
. The Point Table is a modern and minimal outdoor dining table. It elegantly combines a minimalistic
Metal
Pina Hat Shelf by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
silhouettes. Its sleek and minimalist design makes it suitable for any modern interior. This shelf is perfect
Metal
Small And Tall Bam Bam Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
is made from high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark, while the frame
Metal
Big And Low Bam Bam Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark, while the frame is powder
Metal
Cloud Steps Shelves, 12 Steps, by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
it a beautiful addition to any room in your home. OK Design was founded by the Danish couple: Jacob
Metal
Cloud Steps Shelf by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
addition to any room in your home. OK Design was founded by the Danish couple: Jacob Fasting and Kirsten
Metal
White Trumpet Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
decor items. OK Design was founded by the Danish couple: Jacob Fasting and Kirsten Krogh. Jacob began
Metal
Black Trumpet Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
decor items. OK Design was founded by the Danish couple: Jacob Fasting and Kirsten Krogh. Jacob began
Metal
$683 / item
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Set of Eighteen Erik Magnussen 'Magnus' Chairs for Paustian Stackable
By Erik Magnussen, Paustian
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very rare large set of eighteen 'Magnus' chairs designed by the famous Danish designer Erik
Steel
Black Oak Come Here Side Table by Steffen Juul
Located in Geneve, CH
whether it being in form, function or choice of material. Steffen Juul is a Danish designer who has
Oak
White Oak Come Here Side Table by Steffen Juul
Located in Geneve, CH
whether it being in form, function or choice of material. Steffen Juul is a Danish designer who has
Oak
Original BoConcept Amsterdam Sofa Cord Couch Recamiere beige
By BoConcept
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes, ca. 5 Jahre altes und sehr gut erhaltenes Sofamodul von BoConcept zum Verkauf an. Das Möbel war unter dem Modellnamen "Amsterdam" im Handel und ist hier...
Fabric
MG303 Bedside Table by Malte Gormsen
Located in Geneve, CH
Møbelsnedkeri is a cabinetmaker who combines Danish craftsmanship traditions with the latest technology. Our
Oak
MG304 Wardrobe by Malte Gormsen
Located in Geneve, CH
a cabinetmaker who combines Danish craftsmanship traditions with the latest technology. Our client
Oak
Small And Tall Bam Bam Black Ash Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
– the Bam Bam table is made from high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark
Metal
Big And Low Bam Bam Oak Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bam Bam table is made from high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark
Metal
Small And Tall Bam Bam Oak Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bam Bam table is made from high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark
Metal
Big And Low Bam Bam Black Ash Table by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bam Bam table is made from high-quality materials. The top is crafted from veneered MDF in Denmark
Metal
$176 / set
H 0.39 in W 8.66 in D 9.84 in
Set of 3 Postmodern Triangular Trivet Coasters by Jorgen Meldgaard, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Danish Postmodern Triangular Trivet Coasters by Jorgen Meldgaard for Menu, 1980s, 1980s, Set of 3
Metal
Bright Helio Floor And Ceiling Lamp by Nordic Tales
Located in Geneve, CH
the modern lamp to achieve the most suitable light conditions in our homes. Lighting is one of the
Glass
$1,217 / set
H 29.93 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
4er Set &Tradition Pavillon AV2 Stühle Frost Produkt Armlehnstuhl
By &Tradition, Frost
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten vier von insgesamt 16 wunderschönen Design Armlehnstühlen des dänischen Qualitätsherstellers &Tradition zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf srammt von Frost Produkt aus Norwegen u...
Steel
Warm Grey Sentrum Side Table by Schmahl + Schnippering
Located in Geneve, CH
Warm Grey Sentrum side table by Schmahl +Schnippering Materials: Metal Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 36 cm Also available in different colours. The founders, Mia and Torben Koed...
Metal
Sentrum Side Table by Schmahl + Schnippering
Located in Geneve, CH
Sentrum side table by Schmahl +Schnippering. Materials: Metal Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 36 cm Also available in different colours. The founders, Mia and Torben Koed, decided ...
Metal
Mono Black Oak Dining Chair by Kasper Nyman
Located in Geneve, CH
Mono black dining chair by Kasper Nyman Materials: Solid Oak, Oak Venner Dimensions: D 51 x W 45 x H 78 cm Woud The founders, Mia and Torben Koed, decided to put their 30 years...
Oak
Burnt Orange Sentrum Side Table by Schmahl + Schnippering
Located in Geneve, CH
Burnt orange Sentrum side table by Schmahl +Schnippering Materials: Metal Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 36 cm Also available in different colours. The founders, Mia and Torben Ko...
Metal
Taupe Sentrum Side Table by Schmahl + Schnippering
Located in Geneve, CH
Taupe Sentrum side table by Schmahl +Schnippering Materials: Metal Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 36 cm Also available in different colours. Please contact us. The founders, Mia a...
Metal
Mono White Dining Chair by Kasper Nyman
Located in Geneve, CH
Mono white dining chair by Kasper Nyman. Materials: Solid Oak, Oak Venner. Dimensions: D 51 x W 45 x H 78 cm. WOUD The founders, Mia and Torben Koed, decided to put their 30 ye...
Oak
$2,446 / item
H 20.87 in Dm 37.41 in
Folded Leaf Table in Laser-Cut, Bent & Folded Stainless Steel by Jacob Egeberg
Located in Geneve, CH
Copenhagen-based designer who completed his Master of Arts at The Royal Danish Academy in 2020. Egeberg has
Stainless Steel
Rainer Daumiller Pair of Dining Chairs in Solid Pine
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s Beautiful
Pine
Profile Shelf by Derya Arpac
Located in Geneve, CH
furniture designer. She holds a Master of Arts in Architecture and Design from The Royal Danish Academy of
Fir
$8,200 / set
H 27.56 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in
Dark Horse Armchairs by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen, 1980s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
6 of the legendary and very rare Postmodern dark horse armchairs by Danish designers Rud Thygesen
Chrome
Sculptural Chair by Alexandra Madirazza
Located in Geneve, CH
Denmark, after which they are cut and reassembled. In addition to the mirrors, Alexandra works with steel
Stoneware
Black Oak Wallie Wall Drawer by Amalie Skov Rahbæk
Located in Geneve, CH
talented designer born in Denmark. In 2015, she completed her Bachelor in Design at VIA Design and Business
Metal
Oak Wallie Wall Drawer by Amalie Skov Rahbæk
Located in Geneve, CH
designer born in Denmark. In 2015, she completed her Bachelor in Design at VIA Design and Business school
Metal
Walnut Wallie Wall Drawer by Amalie Skov Rahbæk
Located in Geneve, CH
talented designer born in Denmark. In 2015, she completed her Bachelor in Design at VIA Design and Business
Metal
Black Oak Tojbox Large Wardrobe by Michael
Located in Geneve, CH
. Made by Michael is a Danish design studio founded by Michael Daae Christensen in 2014 with a strive to
Oak
Black Oak Tojbox Small Wardrobe by Michael
Located in Geneve, CH
. Made by Michael is a Danish design studio founded by Michael Daae Christensen in 2014 with a strive to
Oak
O & O Clothes Rack Large by Christine Rathmann
Located in Geneve, CH
. Made by Michael is a Danish design studio founded by Michael Daae Christensen in 2014 with a strive to
Metal
O & O Clothes Rack Small by Christine Rathmann
Located in Geneve, CH
. Made by Michael is a Danish design studio founded by Michael Daae Christensen in 2014 with a strive to
Metal
White Oak Tojbox Large Wardrobe by Michael
Located in Geneve, CH
. Made by Michael is a Danish design studio founded by Michael Daae Christensen in 2014 with a strive to
Oak
$360Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.5 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Vintage Ikea Red Borlunda Cube Side/End Table with Storage
By IKEA
Located in East Freetown, MA
Vintage Ikea Borlunda post modern red cube side table with storage. Post modern style on "tulip
Wood
$3,429 / item
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Light Object in Oak & Bio-Textile Canvas by Natural Material Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
exhibited internationally and been part of exhibitions at Copenhagen Contemporary, Design Museum Denmark
Other
$3,429 / item
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Light Object in Oak & Bio-Textile Canvas by Natural Material Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
exhibited internationally and been part of exhibitions at Copenhagen Contemporary, Design Museum Denmark
Other
$3,429 / item
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Light Object in Oak & Bio-Textile Canvas by Natural Material Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
exhibited internationally and been part of exhibitions at Copenhagen Contemporary, Design Museum Denmark
Other
$3,429 / item
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Light Object in Oak & Bio-Textile Canvas by Natural Material Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
exhibited internationally and been part of exhibitions at Copenhagen Contemporary, Design Museum Denmark
Other
$3,429 / item
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Light Object in Oak & Bio-Textile Canvas by Natural Material Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
exhibited internationally and been part of exhibitions at Copenhagen Contemporary, Design Museum Denmark
Other
Black Fenix Laminate Soround Coffee Table 75 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
choice of material. NUR Design is a Danish design studio focusing on Nordic traditions with a strive
Metal
Black Ash Soround Coffee Table 60 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
. NUR Design is a Danish design studio focusing on Nordic traditions with a strive to create classic and
Metal
White Oak Arc Side Table by Ditte Vad and Julie Bertrup
Located in Geneve, CH
Vad are two talented furniture and interior designers, both born in Denmark. The two designers started
Oak, Lacquer
Black Fenix Laminate Soround Coffee Table 60 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
choice of material. NUR Design is a Danish design studio focusing on Nordic traditions with a strive
Metal
Beige Fenix Laminate Soround Coffee Table 75 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
, function or choice of material. NUR Design is a Danish design studio focusing on Nordic traditions with
Metal
Walnut Arc Side Table by Ditte Vad and Julie Bertrup
Located in Geneve, CH
Vad are two talented furniture and interior designers, both born in Denmark. The two designers started
Laminate, Walnut
Beige Fenix Laminate Soround Coffee Table 60 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
choice of material. NUR Design is a Danish design studio focusing on Nordic traditions with a strive
Metal
Concrete Soround Coffee Table 60 by Nur Design
Located in Geneve, CH
ideas whether it being in form, function or choice of material. NUR Design is a Danish design studio
Concrete, Metal
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.
Aided by photos taken of the maestro in his Milan studio, we honor the influential design talent who died last month at 87.
Adam Charlap Hyman and Andre Herrero, rising young design talents, are debuting a new, eclectic line of textiles.