Modern Asian Art and Furniture
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Hornbill Teapot
Located in North Miami, FL
Hornbill Teapot by Ardmore Ceramics. Hand sculpted by Octavia Mazibuko and hand painted by Rosemary Mazibuko in South Africa. Measuring 10 inches high 8 inches in length and 6 inches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000088 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Custom Walnut & Brass Guitar Stand With Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The guitar stand is a stunning piece of functional art that is inspired by the shape of a bass clef note. The stand's sculptural shape is both modern and timeless, and it provides a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Jenetcat Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
This Jenetcat Vase was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Motsamai Sello and beautifully painted by Minenhle Nene both from South Africa. This exquisite ceramic creation stands 10.5 inches high, measuring 9.5 inches in length and 7 inches in width.
A testament to African inspiration by Love Art...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Zebra Jug
Located in North Miami, FL
This remarkable Zebra Jug by Ardmore Ceramics is a true testament to the artistry of South Africa and a showcase of deep admiration for this noble animal. Hand-sculpted by the skille...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Giraffe Dish
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Dish by Ardmore Ceramics. Hand sculpted by Sabelo Khoza and hand painted by Jabu Nene in South Africa. Measuring 4 inches high 11 inches in length and 10 inches in width.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Tiger Sculpture
By Senzo Duma
Located in North Miami, FL
Tiger Sculpture by Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts. Hand sculpted by Lefu Thebe and hand painted by Senzo Duma in South Africa. Measuring 11 inches high 11 inches in length and 6 inches in w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Monkey Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
This Monkey Vase was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Motsamai Sello and beautifully painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali both from South Africa. This exquisite ceramic creation stands 11 inches high, measuring 9 inches in length and 6 inches in width.
A testament to African inspiration by Love Art Ceramics...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Rhino Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This Rhino Sculpture was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Sondelani Ntshalintshali and beautifully painted by Minenhle Nene both from South Africa. This exquisite ceramic creati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Leopard Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
This Leopard Vase was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Sfiso Mvelase and beautifully painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali both from South Africa. This e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Giraffe Peanut Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
This Giraffe Peanut Bowl was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Sondelani Ntshalintshali and beautifully painted by Zinhle Nene both from South Africa. This exquisite ceramic crea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Bird Teapot
Located in North Miami, FL
This Bird Teapot Painted by Minenhle was hand sculpted by the renowned artisan Sondelani Ntshalintshali and beautifully painted by Minenhle Nene both from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Bird Novelty Box
Located in North Miami, FL
Bird Novelty Box by Love Art Ceramic. Hand sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali and hand painted by Sabelo Ntshalintshali in South Africa. Measuring 6 inches high 4 inches in length ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Hoopoe Novelty Box
Located in North Miami, FL
Hoopoe Novelty Box by Love Art Ceramic. Hand sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali and hand painted by Sabelo Ntshalintshali in South Africa. Measuring 6 inches high 4 inches in lengt...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Bird Novelty Box
Located in North Miami, FL
Bird Novelty Box by Love Art Ceramic. Hand sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali and hand painted by Winnie Nene in South Africa. Measuring 6 inches high 4 inches in length and 4 inch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000092 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box, Smoked Raku, Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box wi...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000342 Centerpiece Art Series
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box - Half Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box wi...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box with ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Tamashii Urn in S/N8000112 Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Tamashii Urn ~ 魂 (Soul)
The Tamashii Urn serves as a focal point of remembrance for a loved one that has passed from this life but not from your heart. This vessel is fired using th...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe XL 13" Vase S/N0000675 Centerpiece Art Series
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe XL Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a bea...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box - Obvara - Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box wi...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase with Gift Box - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
This is a gift box and the vase comes in a RAAQUU branded wooden pine box (9 in x 5.1 in x 5.1 in).
YOU GET :
1 Vase in the selected finish of your choice in a Wooden pine box with ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000650 Centerpiece Art Series
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000602 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000607 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000608 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000375 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000606 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase - Full Copper Matte - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Natsu ( 夏 ) - (n) summer
Our Natsu vase is shaped almost like a soda bottle, evoking memories of summertime when it’s hot and all you would love to drink is ice-cold lemonade.
This...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase, Half Copper Matte, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Natsu ( 夏 ) ~ (n) summer
Our Natsu vase is shaped almost like a soda bottle, evoking memories of summertime when it’s hot and all you would love to drink is ice-cold lemonade.
This...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase - Obvara - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Natsu ( 夏 ) - (n) summer
Our Natsu vase is shaped almost like a soda bottle, evoking memories of summertime when it’s hot and all you would love to drink is ice-cold lemonade.
This...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor Gift
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Natsu ( 夏 ) - (n) summer
Our Natsu vase is shaped almost like a soda bottle, evoking memories of summertime when it’s hot and all you would love to drink is ice-cold lemonade.
This...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Natsu 2 Pack Raku Pottery Vase - Carbon Copper - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get :
2 Units of Natsu Vase in a finish of your choice.
Our Natsu vase is shaped almost like a soda bottle, evoking memories of summertime when it’s hot and all you would love ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000586 Centerpiece Art Series
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000506 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The oval vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000413 Centerpiece Art Series
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This globe vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000487 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000599 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000601 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000552 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Globe Vase S/N0000472 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. This Globe Vase is a round, capacious piece produced using the Raku technique, resulting in a beauti...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000434 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Persimmon Orange Bottleneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of ceramics, this striking long-necked vase is cloaked in an all-over persimmon-orange glaze. With a rounded, globular body and cylindrical neck, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Japanese Firemen's Coat on Custom Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare 19th century Japanese firemen's coat, constructed from smoked deer leather and with bold white stenciled characters creating a wonderfully modern pattern across the back and b...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Leather
Ottoman Theme Consolle
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Black and red lacquered on wood frame.
Frontal with ottoman pattern printed directly on oak. Red Lacquered interior. Brass base with designer brass handles.
From the ottoman collecti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
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Find a broad range of unique Modern asian art and furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage asian art and furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern asian art and furniture made in a specific country, there are Asia, Southeast Asia, and Malaysia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original asian art and furniture, popular names associated with this style include RAAQUU, André Fu, LAAB Milano, and VG-VGnewtrend. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for asian art and furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $36 and tops out at $450,000 while the average work can sell for $705.
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