Post-modern travertine Vanity and Mirror set
By Maitland Smith
Located in LYON, FR
1980's Travertine vanity/ console table with brass inlay and matching Mirror. Sunburst design on
Travertine, Brass
$21,982 / item
Awaiting Vanity Table by Secondome Edizioni
Located in Geneve, CH
Awaiting Vanity Table by Secondome Edizioni Limited Edition Of 9 pieces + 3 A.P. Designer: Coralla
Brass
SEMPLICE Brushed Steel and Oak Integrated Vanity by Caia Leifsdotter
Located in Geneve, CH
SEMPLICE Brushed Steel and Oak Integrated Vanity by Caia Leifsdotter. Dimensions: D 50 x W 120 x H
Steel
A postmodern matching console vanity and mirror, circa 1980
Located in View Park, CA
A striking and very unique matching set including a Demi-lune console and eye-shaped mirror with colorful postmodern motif, circa 1980. Each piece is lacquered wood, and the mirror i...
Wood, Lacquer
SEMPLICE Brushed Steel and Oak Vanity with Side Panels by Caia Leifsdotter
Located in Geneve, CH
SEMPLICE Brushed Steel and Oak Vanity with Side Panels by Caia Leifsdotter. Dimensions: D 50 x W
Steel
Set Of 2 Awaiting Vanity Table and T Stool by Secondome Edizioni
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Awaiting Vanity Table and T Stool by Secondome Edizioni Limited Edition Of 9 pieces + 3
Brass
$2,200 / item
Onde Table — Natural, Black and Dark Walnut
Located in Singapore, SG
This Onde Desk variation, designed by Studio Kallang, features the studio's signature striking Black/Natural Onde Motif along with a rich, dark-stained teak body. Handcrafted in Ind...
Teak
Toilet Dione by Antonia Astori for Driade
By Antonia Astori, Driade
Located in Ravenna, IT
Dressing table designed by Antonia Astori for Driade in 1980, with shelf, chest of drawers and mirror attached to the top. Geometric volumes overlap and differ in color. Made entirel...
Mirror, Formica
Post Modern Lucite Vanity Stool Bench with Faux Leather Snakeskin Upholstery
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Chattanooga, TN
condition continue to amaze us every time we walk by. These stylish, post-modern vintage 1970s Lucite
Lucite, Faux Leather, Acrylic
Mid Century Post Modern Studio Patchwork Console Table & Wall Mirror or Vanity
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Studio made one of one. Constructed of heavy assorted mixed woods in a patchwork design. Mirror measures 37 x 29 inches. Table 19.5 x 51.5 x 30 inches. Very good ready to use condit...
Mirror, Wood
Post-Modern Waterfall Lucite Vanity Stool or Bench with Off White Leather Seat
Located in San Diego, CA
Super high quality post-modern waterfall lucite vanity stool or bench with off white leather seat
Lucite, Leather
$1,600 / set
1970s Modern Console Vanity with Mirror
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage Post-Modernist hall console / vanity dressing table and mirror, circa 1970s, having a
Brass
Post War Rattan Vanity Table Console Mirror with Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Post War rattan table top console mirror with built-in two-tier shelving. Perfect for a vanity
Rattan
$41,269 / item
Bukolisch Vanity Cabinet by Vetralia
Located in Geneve, CH
Bukolisch Vanity Cabinet by Vetralia Designed by Lucia Massari Dimensions: W 64 x D 42 x H 112 cm
Wood, Mirror
Lucite Jewelry Vanity Box
Located in New York, NY
hold jewelry or other small items on a vanity, desk, nightstand table, etc. No chips noted.
Lucite
$11,707 / item
Loop 5058 Vanity by Redeco
Located in Geneve, CH
Loop 5058 Vanity by Redeco Dimensions: W 180 x D 55 x H 75 cm Materials: Curved plywood and mdf
Upholstery, Wood, Plywood
$9,606 / item
Loop 5059 Vanity by Redeco
Located in Geneve, CH
Loop 5059 Vanity by Redeco Dimensions: W 180 x D 55 x H 75 cm Materials: Curved plywood and mdf
Upholstery, Wood, Plywood
$20,039 / item
Ventaglio Concrete and Cedar Vanity by Baka Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Ventaglio Concrete and Cedar Vanity by Baka Studio Limited Edition Dimensions: D 130 x W 48 x H 90
Concrete
$5,380 / item
Break Free Vanity Table by PANOPTIKUM COLLECTIONS
Located in Geneve, CH
Break Free Vanity Table by PANOPTIKUM COLLECTIONS Dimensions: D 40 x W 120 x H 90 cm. Materials
Wood, Plywood, Paint
$36,945 / item
Vanity 400 Rug by Illulian
Located in Geneve, CH
VANITY 400 rug by Illulian Dimensions: D400 x H300 cm Materials: Wool 50% , Silk 50% Variations
Wool, Silk
$18,472 / item
Vanity 200 Rug by Illulian
Located in Geneve, CH
VANITY 200 rug by Illulian Dimensions: D300 x H200 cm Materials: Wool 50%, Silk 50% Variations
Wool, Silk
$16,335 / item
Wood Vanity Console by Amura Lab
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood Vanity Console by Amura Lab Dimensions: W 125 x D 44 x H 75 cm Materials: TOP+BASE: wood
Metal
Karl Springer Brass and Nickel Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Karl Springer brass and Nickel Vanity mirror.
Brass, Nickel
$5,987 / item
MG402 Small Vanity Mirror by Malte Gormsen
Located in Geneve, CH
MG401 Small Vanity Mirror by Malte Gormsen Dimensions: D 8.5 x W 71.3 x H 83.7 cm. Materials
Brass
$2,659 / item
Vanity Oval Wall Mirror by Le Deun Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Vanity Oval Wall Mirror by Le Deun Luminaires Dimensions: W 32 x D 5 x H 48 cm. Materials: Silver
Silver
$3,242 / item
Vanity Square Wall Mirror by Le Deun Luminaires
Located in Geneve, CH
Vanity Square Wall Mirror by Le Deun Luminaires Dimensions: W 41 x D 5 x H 61 cm. Materials
Silver
The Serenità Vanity In Travertino Argentato By L’atelier Arman Safavi
By L’atelier Arman Safavi
Located in New York, NY, NY
travertine, showcases an exquisite blend of modern sophistication and timeless beauty. The vanity’s fluid
Travertine
Glossy Vanity Grey Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners
Located in Geneve, CH
Glossy Vanity Grey Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: D 36 x W 36 x H 60 cm
Other
$1,153 / item
Vanity Large Foldable Wall Mirror by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Vanity Large Foldable Wall Mirror by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 18 x W 46 x H 75 cm. Materials
Stainless Steel
Vanity Small Foldable Wall Mirror by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Vanity Small Foldable Wall Mirror by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 12 x W 35 x H 50 cm. Materials
Stainless Steel
“Yukka” vanity mirror by Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1980
By Anna Anselmi
Located in Weesp, NL
“Yukka” Vanity Mirror by Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1980 A striking example of Italian
Metal, Chrome
$3,461 / item
Vanity Grey Il Vaso Medium Pot by Giò Colonna Romano
Located in Geneve, CH
Vanity Grey Il Vaso Medium Pot by Giò Colonna Romano Dimensions: D 20 x W 89 x H 74 cm. Materials
Other
Charles Hollis Jones Vanity Mirror in Brushed Brass and Lucite
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage table or vanity mirror in Lucite and polished brass by Charles Hollis Jones
Brass
Shohei Mihara for Super Present Japan Postmodern Tilting Vanity Desk Mirror
By Shohei Mihara
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Very rare postmodern vanity mirror designed by Shohei Mihara for Super Present Japan.
Metal
Set Of 5 Vanity Foldable Wall Mirrors by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 5 Vanity Foldable Wall Mirrors by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 18 x W 150 x H 110 cm. Large
Stainless Steel
$2,700Sale Price|22% Off
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and Chromed Steel Vanity Swivel Stool, c 1970s
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking 1970s Lucite vanity stool by Charles Hollis Jones, the celebrated “Mister Lucite” whose
Chrome
The Blanco Vanity In Persian White Toof Marble By L’atelier Arman Safavi
By L’atelier Arman Safavi
Located in New York, NY, NY
A one-of-a-kind creation in pristine white Persian marble. The vanity's sleek, sculptural form
Travertine, Marble
Postmodern Round Anodized Brass Vanity Mirror Attr. to Sergio Mazza, Italy
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. It features an anodized brass and varnished metal frame. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in ...
Brass, Metal
Unavailable|$3,650
1970 Lucite Chrome Vanity Desk
Located in Staten Island, NY
1970 lucite vanity desk with chrome panels details. Normal wear and missing a few chrome details
Lucite
Unavailable|$4,950
1980 Laminate Pink Waterfall Vanity Set
Located in Staten Island, NY
1980 Laminate Waterfall Vanity Set, custom ordered by the original owner. Dimensions of the stool
Wood
Unavailable|$6,500 / set
1970s Lucite Brass Arched Vanity Mirror & Stool Made by Hill Manufacturing - Set
Located in Staten Island, NY
Lucite Brass Arched Vanity Mirror Set Made by Hill Manufacturing Comes with the matching lucite
Mirror, Lucite
Unavailable|$5,400 / item
Mirror Moods Make Up Table, Brass, Steel & Wood, Hand Made in UAE
By Design Kraft
Located in دبى, DU
A pop of fun intended to uplift the make-up experience. This table comprises of simple forms but speaks brightly with salmon colored bases contrasted with a pistachio countertop. A...
Brass, Steel
Unavailable|$6,014 / set
Vanity + Otoman, Welcome Back
By Fi Sofia Alvarado
Located in Gamboa, PA
Welcome back analyzes pieces of classic furniture lost in time, and brings them to modernity, seeking to resurrect their glory, in a contemporary, futuristic and personal version. Th...
Metal
Unavailable|$1,821
Vanity Desk Postmodern 1980s Including Chair
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
Unique sculptural postmodern vanity desk in cherry wood with chair included. Beautifull
Cherry
Unavailable|$995
Pop Art Lipstick Sculpture Vanity
Located in Richmond, VA
Original designed Pop Art Lipstick Vanity made from solid cherry wood. Has 5" x 7" mirror with
Mirror, Wood, Hardwood, Cherry
Unavailable|$2,950
1980 Faux Marble Heart Black Laminate Mirror Vanity Dresser
Located in Staten Island, NY
1980 Faux Marble Heart Black Laminate Mirror Vanity Dresser Desk. Light in the Mirror works
Laminate
Unavailable|$899 / item
'Vanity Faith', an unorthodox tissue box in iroko wood
By Greece Is For Lovers
Located in Athens, GR
Vanity Faith: Preachin’ ain’t easy: Shedding tears and light in sanctifying grace, this unorthodox
Wood
Fuchsia Rabbit Fur Vanity Chair, Recycled Midcentury Furniture by Godoy, 2007
By Godoy
Located in Quechee, VT
sculptor, painter and designer. Here he used a Mid-Century vanity chair to create a one-of-a-kind boudoir
Fur, Wood
Unavailable|$32,500
PLAZA Woman's Vanity by Michael Graves 'Design: 1981' for Memphis Milano
By Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Netherlands Congress Bldg; etc. The Plaza vanity and stool is a true Museum-piece with pivoting brass
Brass
Unavailable|$6,014 / set
Vanity + Otoman - Welcome Back, handmade in metal, wood and mirror glass
By Fi Sofia Alvarado
Located in Gamboa, PA
Vanity + Otoman - Welcome Back, in metal, wood and mirror glass handmade in Panama by Fi. Welcome
Metal
Unavailable|$1,500 / item
Harp Table Top Vanity Mirror in Satin Brushed Copper by Steven Bukowski
By Steven Bukowski
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfect size to check your pretty self out in the AM. The angle of the mirror is fully adjustable with the locking knob located on the rear. Solid copper with stainless details. 10" ...
Copper, Stainless Steel
Unavailable|$1,100 / item
Harp Table Top Vanity Mirror in Blackened Steel and Brass by Steven Bukowski
By Steven Bukowski
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfect size to check your pretty self out in the AM. The angle of the mirror is fully adjustable with the locking knob located on the rear. Blackened steel with brass details. 10" d...
Brass, Steel
Post War Rattan and Mahogany Vanity with Round Mirror
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1940s Streamline rattan vanity with mahogany top and drawers completed with a top round
Rattan
Modernist Vanity Table, Handcrafted English Oak
Located in London, GB
Modernist vanity table designed by SUM furniture and handmade in England using traditional
Oak
R & Y Augousti Stingray Shagreen and Wood Vanity with Bench
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare 1990s green stingray shagreen and wood vanity by R & Y Augousti London. The fold down
Mirror, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Antonia Astori, hairdresser mod. Dione for Driade, 1984
By Driade, Antonia Astori
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The piece of furniture mod. Dione by Antonia Astori is open to many possibilities. It serves its purpose as a desk, hairdresser’s table or console. An architecturally straightforward...
Metal, Chrome
Sold|$3,000
Post Modern Memphis Style Vanity
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Post Modern Memphis Style Vanity / Entry Console w/ Mirror.
Granite, Steel
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.