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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Inside Painted Crystal, "Harvest Year" Snuff Bottle by Zhang Zenlou, 2018
Located in Tainan, TW
Zhang Zenglou was born in Hebei Province in 1956. He is a master of contemporary Chinese inside painted snuff bottle in Ji school. He is cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Crucifix Attilio Biancardi Sculpture in Iron, Italy, 1970
Located in Biella, IT
Attilio Biancardi Italy Biella, sculpture in iron work years ’70 design crucifix vintage, unique work. I enclose in the photo's also on other work of the same autor, this is in th...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Original Liberty London 19th Century Chinese Canton Brush Painting Watercolor
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original 19th century watercolor brush painting depicting a scene of typical every day Chinese life retailed through Liberty London....
Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Paint

Necklace of Cultured Pearls, Extra Quality 'Akoya Japan'
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful necklace of cultured pearls, extra quality (Akoya Japan) and amethysts. Measure: 11 mm diameter Secure clasp and 18k golden silver hinges. Long: 50 cm.  
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Gold

MCR The Stem Vase By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
Larger quantities available upon request, with 8 weeks production time. Description: Bronze Vase, The Stem Color: Bronze Size: 10Ø x 38.5H cm Material: Bronze Collection: Mid Centur...
Category

2010s Thai Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Bronze

MCR Side Console By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
an artfully designed console that caters to multiple purposes. inspired by the organic profiles of intertwining floral stems, its distinct form evokes the essence of mid century aest...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ash

Modern Matera Blue and Gold Vase Original Ceramic
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Recovered from the roof of an ancient masseria ( farmhouse ) outside Matera - Basilicata, these series of pieces have been treated to recover their insulation properties first, and t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Contemporary Original Oil Painting of Blue Blocks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of modern elegance to your space with this captivating vintage oil painting. Featuring a stunning array of blue blocks that blend seamlessly into one another, this piece ...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Paint

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes stones Also available: Other finishes available The brick is a generic constructive ...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 5 Ceiling Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 5 ceiling bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre. Dimensions: W 15 D 30 x H 30 cm. Materials: andes stones. Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a generic con...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Japanese Minimalistic LAAB Moon Set of 5 Bowls Raku Ceramics Crackle White
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Moon Set Of 5 Bowls Handcrafted of white ceramic following the ancient Japanese technique of Raku to create an elegant crackled effect, this set of five bowls will set a distinc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Green Teal Blue Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Green teal blue screen by Mentemano Dimensions: W 196 x D 28 x H 181 cm Materials: Green teal blue, grey print, black hinges The hinges allow the struct...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass, Other

Contemporary Japanese Cloissoné Copper Vessel Shippo Vase 5 by Yochiya Studio
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yochiya explore the untapped possibilities of cloisonné by combining improvisational and serendipitous modern techniques such as welding and hydraulic pressure, rather than relying solely on traditional techniques. Sculpting as if drawing, and embracing the accidental moments that arise, led to many fascinating discoveries. Cloisonné ware is a craft in which a glassy glaze is applied to silver or copper and enclosed into the small sections separated by a wire. Japanese cloisonné enamel reached a technical peak, producing items more advanced than any that had existed before. In Japan cloisonné enamels are known as shippō-yaki Using this craft Yochiya present the Shippo vases...
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Copper

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre. Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm. Materials: andes stones. Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive elemen...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre. Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm. Materials: andes stones Also Available:other finishes available. The bric...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive ...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Contemporary Japanese Cloissoné Copper Vessel Shippo Vase by Yochiya Studio
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yochiya explore the untapped possibilities of cloisonné by combining improvisational and serendipitous modern techniques such as welding and hydraulic pressure, rather than relying solely on traditional techniques. Sculpting as if drawing, and embracing the accidental moments that arise, led to many fascinating discoveries. Cloisonné ware is a craft in which a glassy glaze is applied to silver or copper and enclosed into the small sections separated by a wire. Japanese cloisonné enamel reached a technical peak, producing items more advanced than any that had existed before. In Japan cloisonné enamels are known as shippō-yaki Using this craft Yochiya present the Shippo vases...
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Copper

Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 15 D 30 x H 30 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available, The brick is a generic constructive el...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Contemporary Japanese Cloissoné Copper Vessel Shippo Vase 3 by Yochiya Studio
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yochiya explore the untapped possibilities of cloisonné by combining improvisational and serendipitous modern techniques such as welding and hydraulic pressure, rather than relying solely on traditional techniques. Sculpting as if drawing, and embracing the accidental moments that arise, led to many fascinating discoveries. Cloisonné ware is a craft in which a glassy glaze is applied to silver or copper and enclosed into the small sections separated by a wire. Japanese cloisonné enamel reached a technical peak, producing items more advanced than any that had existed before. In Japan cloisonné enamels are known as shippō-yaki Using this craft Yochiya present the Shippo vases...
Category

2010s Japanese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Copper

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Barrel Chair
Located in San Pedro, CA
I designed and built this chair for comfort and style. The woods and the upholstering fabric can be varied to fit your particular tastes. Traditional woodworking techniques including...
Category

2010s American Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Green Teal Blue Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of green teal blue screen by Mentemano. Dimensions: W 196 x D 28 x H 181 cm. Materials: green teal blue, grey print, black hinges. The hinges allow the structure to take di...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass, Other

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The bric...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 15 D 30 x H 30 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive el...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 3 BRICKS by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available, The brick is a generic constructive...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre. Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm. Materials: andes stones Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a ...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: Other finishes available The brick is a generic constructive ...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Inside Painted Rock Crystal, "White Lotus" Snuff Bottle by Li Yingtao, 2014
Located in Tainan, TW
Li Yingtao, an owner of Yizhenzhai, was born in Hengshui City in 1963. He was praised as a Chinese master of splashing color in inside painting, a Master of Arts and crafts in Hebei Province, and the founder of splashing color techniques in inside painting. By now, he has been teaching and passing down this technique to his students. Mr, Li Yingtao is one of the most outstanding disciples of the master of Chinese arts and crafts...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Glass

2021 Mogens Koch & Carl Hansen MK99201 Mahogany Oil Stand For Folding Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for two (2) MK99201 Folding Chair Racks, made for six MK99200 Folding Chairs, made with solid oiled mahogany wood. The rack, designed by Mogens Koch and produced by...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Robert Lee Morris "Brass Stack" Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Robert Lee Morris , "Brass Stack" 1980's, hammered brass, signed Verso.
Category

20th Century American Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass

Robert Lee Morris, "Mobile" Nickel Panel Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Robert Lee Morris "Mobile" 1980's Nickel rectangular panels supported on a black rectangular base (Signed Verso).
Category

20th Century American Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Robert Lee Morris "Large Double Stack" Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Robert Lee Morris , "Large Double Stack" 1980's, Hammered brass, Signed Verso.
Category

20th Century American Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass

Inside Painted Glass, "Lotus in Autumn" Snuff Bottle by Zhang Zenlou 2009
Located in Tainan, TW
Zhang Zenglou was born in Hebei Province in 1956. He is a master of contemporary Chinese inside painted snuff bottle in Ji school. He is cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Erik Brouer sideboard in Oak
Located in Hudson, NY
Add a touch of Mid-Century modern design to your home with this stunning Erik Brouer sideboard. Crafted from high-quality oak, this cabinet features two doors that open to reveal amp...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wood

C Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in CDMX, MX
Wooden lounge chair and ottoman. Comes in oak or tzalam wood. Handcrafted and woven with different materials. Can either be paper cord, jute or piola. Comes in beige or black piola.
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Oak

Harmonious Disarmament
Located in Coral Gables, FL
this avant-garde sculpture emerges as a poignant narrative, a dialogue between the rawness of natural elements and the stark reality of human conflict. Crafted meticulously from clay...
Category

2010s Virgin Islands Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Persimmon Orange Oval Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
This large tapered vase reinterprets the classic curves of traditional Chinese ceramics with simplified lines and a bright, persimmon-orange glaze. Sculpted by artisans in China's Zh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

2021 Mogens Koch & Carl Hansen MK99201 Beech Oil Stand For Folding Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for two (2) MK99201 Folding Chair Racks, made for six MK99200 Folding Chairs, made with solid oiled beech wood. The rack, designed by Mog...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Persimmon Orange Bottleneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of monochrome ceramics, this tall gooseneck vase is glazed in vibrant persimmon-orange glaze. The vase features a rounded, globular body and a nar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Necklace of Cultured Pearls, Extra Quality 'Akoya Japan'
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful necklace of cultured pearls, extra quality (Akoya Japan) and amethysts. 11 mm diameter Secure clasp and 18k golden silver hinges. Long: 50 cm.  
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Gold

Haori Jacket by Greg Copeland
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Japanese silk haori float-mounted on an acrylic rod to a stretched pink cloth canvas in a custom formed acrylic shadow box by artist Greg Copeland...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Customizable "Grizzana" Suspended Sink Made of Marble and Wood
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This sink is part of the "Piano di Posa" Collection designed by Vittorio Longheu - basins and shower trays made of wood and marble; characterized by linear...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Marble

21st Century by Giusti & Di Rosa "Listello E Porta Carta" Marble Desk Accessory
Located in massa, IT
Desk accessory designed by Giusti Di Rosa Size Listello : cm 2 x 6 x height 40 Size porta carta : cm 20 x 10 x height 4 Materials: White Carrara-national travertine Designer: G...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of Green Petrol Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of green petrol screen by Mentemano Dimensions: w 196 x d 28 x h 181 cm Materials: Green petrol panel, Grey print, Black hinges The hinges allow the structure to take diffe...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Other

Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The bric...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: other finishes available. The brick is a g...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

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Stone

BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available, The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: Other finishes available. The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

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Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre. Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm. Materials: andes stones. Also available: other finishes available. The brick is ...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available. The brick is a g...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes stones Also available: Other finishes available The brick is a generic constructive element th...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

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Stone

Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also Available: Other finishes available, The brick is a g...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre Dimensions: W 15 D 30 x H 30 cm Materials: Andes Stones Also available: other finishes available, The brick is a generic constructive el...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stone

Modern asian art and furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

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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