$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 23 in W 24 in D 20 in
1980s Postmodern Regency Brass + White Lacquered Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Madison, WI
For sale here is a stunner. Very cool table! This minimalist, post modern Miami Regency 1980's
Brass
Postmodern Glass Lucite & Brass Coffee Table, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Madison, WI
This minimalist, post modern Miami Regency 1980's coffee / cocktail table . This piece would look
Chrome
Michael Wolk Miami Club Chairs Swivel Pair
By Michael Wolk
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Michael Wolk Miami Full 360 Swivel Club Chairs
Velvet, Cotton
Chained Up Miami Dining Table by Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Geneve, CH
Chained Up Miami Dining Table by Barberini & Gunnell Limited Edition of 6 Dimensions: D 120 x W 320
Marble, Stainless Steel
Michael Wolk "Miami" Swivel Loung Chair on Casters
By Michael Wolk
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Michael Wolk designed Miami lounge chair. The chair sits on five casters and maintains its
Fabric
Michael Wolk “Miami” Chairs in 100% Alpaca, a pair
By Michael Wolk, Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s in excellent, restored condition
Alpaca
$400Sale Price|20% Off
H 38 in W 25 in D 1 in
Peter Max Signed “Summit of the Americas” Poster, 1994 Miami
By Peter Max
Located in Delray Beach, FL
artist Peter Max. Created for the historic Miami gathering of Western Hemisphere leaders, the work
Paper
$2,120Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 16 in W 30 in D 24 in
1980s Post Modern Geometric Scroll End Tables in the Manner of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Madison, WI
Designer's dream! Priced here for the PAIR. This set of minimalist, post modern, geometric Miami
Fiberglass
$26,635
H 28.75 in W 96.07 in D 56.7 in
Arquitectonica 1984 Madonna Table Desk Memphis Milano Postmodern Miami Sottsass
By Memphis Milano, Memphis Group, Arquitectonica
Located in Munster, NRW
Madonna table by Arquitectonica Miami for Memphis Milano, 1984. Iconic an extremely rare
Wood
$811 / item
H 7.8 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Miami Crystal T-Light Holder, Hand-Sculpted Contemporary Crystal
By Reflections Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Miami crystal T-Light holder, hand-sculpted contemporary crystal Decorative Vase Handsculpted in
Crystal
I'm No. 1, Muhammad Ali, Fifth Street Gym, Miami
By Al Satterwhite
Located in Denton, TX
in sports, including late Titan, Muhammad Ali, training at the Fifth Street Gym in Miami.
Archival Pigment
$2,500
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.1 in
Muhammad Ali, Fifth Street Gym, Miami by Al Satterwhite, 1971, Photography
By Al Satterwhite
Located in Denton, TX
Muhammad Ali, Fifth Street Gym, Miami by Al Satterwhite is a 20 x 16 inch archival pigment print
Archival Pigment
Signed Oil on Canvas Painting by MIami Artist, Eric Alfaro "Rabbit"
Located in North Miami, FL
Eric Alfaro is an established, listed and well renowned contemporary artist known for his vibrant and colorful paintings depicting various themes. This Rabbit in soft orange tones c...
Canvas
$17,000 / set
H 33 in W 34 in D 32 in
Michael Wolk Miami Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional in Ivory Boucle, a Pair
By Michael Wolk
Located in Culver City, CA
A sculptural pair of Michael Wolk “Miami” swivel lounge chairs, freshly reupholstered in a dreamy
Bouclé
$25,063
H 59.06 in W 86.62 in D 32.29 in
Hot Desk 1, Miami by Russell Bamber, Geometric Shaped Desk, Colored Laminate
By Russell Bamber
Located in London, GB
. Hot Desk 1- Miami teeters on the edge of design, painting and architecture; selecting and employing
Laminate
Sold
H 33.625 in W 72 in D 18 in
Custom Post Modern Sideboard Pastel Miami Wallpaper Cole & Son Fornasetti Style
By Reeves Design + Art
Located in Houston, TX
Modernist custom made credenza or sideboard with doors covered in Cole & Son Miami pastel wallpaper
Wood, Paper
Sold
H 16.93 in Dm 9.06 in
Cream Ceramic Shell Table Lamp 1980s USA Vintage Art Deco Miami Post Modern
Located in London, GB
1980s, and is a unique piece that would look great in interiors modern or vintage. Please note the lamp
Brass
Michael Wolk “Miami” Chairs, a pair
By Michael Wolk, Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s for Preview, fully restored in a wool velvet. Both chairs feature a return-to-zero swivel mechanism and are in great condition
Velvet
Miami Chair by Michael Wolk for Preview
By Michael Wolk, Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Iconic "Miami" chair designed by Michael Wolk professionally reupholstered in a shaggy
Wool
Sold
H 29.5 in W 84 in D 42 in
Post Modern Chrome and Lacquer Double Pedestal Dining Table or Writing Table
Located in Culver City, CA
lacquered bases. This dining table makes a subtle post modern statement and would effortlessly bring a touch
Chrome
Pair of Vintage "Miami" Chairs by Michael Wolk
By Michael Wolk
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a fabulous pair of "Miami" chairs by Michael Wolk. These have just been reupholstered in a
Wool
Miami Chair W/ Ottoman by Michael Wolk for Preview, Signed
By Preview, Michael Wolk
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1980s ft. a return-to-zero swivel - incredibly comfortable, curvy, and stylish. Chair: 33"W 30"D 32"H - seat height is 17" Ottoman: 30"W 27"D 17"T.
Chenille
Muhammad Ali, Fifth Street Gym, Miami
By Al Satterwhite
Located in Denton, TX
significant athletes in sports, including late Titan, Muhammad Ali, training at the Fifth Street Gym in Miami.
Archival Pigment
Michael Wolk "Miami" Chairs in Pink Ultra-Suede, a Pair
By Michael Wolk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of iconic "Miami" chairs designed by Michael Wolk. Pale pink ultra-suede upholstery. Swivel
Ultrasuede
Sold
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.1 in
Muhammad Ali, Fifth Street Gym, Miami, October (I'm Number One)
By Al Satterwhite
Located in Denton, TX
athletes in sports, including late Titan, Muhammad Ali, training at the Fifth Street Gym in Miami.
Archival Pigment
1980's Post Modern Brass Horn Coffee Table after Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Glendale, AZ
This elegant post modern meets Miami Regency 1980's coffee / cocktail table is attributed to Karl
Brass
$8,800 / item
H 36 in Dm 48 in
Large Counterbalance Ceiling Fixture, White Enamel + Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted and made to order, the Counterbalance commands attention with its fluid architectural silhouette, built from a thoughtfully curated palette of on-trend colors and metal f...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...
Marble
$6,658 / item
H 13.39 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Coffee Center Cocktail Table Glass Crystal Geometric Collectible Design Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The coffee table 'Origami' is made of extra-clear crystal glass. Each sheet of extra-clear crystal glass is cut and ground with extreme precision, then the sheets are assembled by ha...
Crystal
$2,118Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 32.68 in W 23.23 in D 23.63 in
Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Red Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Laurence Dining Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity ...
Velvet, Wood, Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen
$3,389 / item
H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Calacatta Viola, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
$3,969 / item
H 28.35 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
$2,500 / item
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Tombul 2-Drawer Nightstand with Push-to-Open Mechanism, Honey Oak
By Yet Design Studio
Located in Istanbul, 34
An aesthetic of honesty permeates Yet Design’s furniture, showcasing the power and beauty of simple geometric shapes. Their timeless designs combine sculptural forms, the material’s ...
Wood, Oak
Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Brass Table Lamps, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of bedside lamps, Italian manufacture from the 70s. Cast brass, the bases measure cm: W14 x D9 x H23.
Brass
$7,800 / set
H 42.25 in W 22 in D 23 in
Set of 4 Design Institute of America Brass Stools in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Elegant and luxurious set of four cantilevered brass stools in the style of Milo Baughman made by Design Institute of America ("DIA") newly professionally reupholstered in super soft...
Brass
$2,905 / item
H 16.54 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Patagonia Quartz, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw quartz side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Granite, Quartz, Statuary Marble, Travertine, Marble, Onyx, Metal, Stain...
Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a selection of tables we have m...
Travertine
Casa Ceramic Side Table
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Ceramic Side Table Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with a textured petal finish made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop and finished ...
Ceramic, Clay
Bertu Nightstands, Santa Fe Modern Nightstand, Maple
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Nightstand - Santa Fe Collection is our newest design for 2025. It is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is handmade in maple (or the wood ...
Maple
$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas
By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...
Blown Glass
Pair of Mid Century X Stretcher Ottomans or Footstools
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Mid Century ottomans a xwith travel related print in the fabric. X Stretcher in dark walnut. Nice and tight, fabric is good. In excellent vintage condition...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Low-Profile Swivel Chairs by Harvey Probber, C. 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Westport, CT
A timeless pair of swivel chairs, designed by the iconic Harvey Probber in the 1950s and brought back to life by Stamford Modern through a comprehensive restoration process. These ch...
Twill, Oak
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.
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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.