Modern Patio and Garden 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: Mid-20th Century
Set of 6 Concrete Mushrooms, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French concrete garden mushrooms, circa 1950s. Great for use as a unique garden feature. Age has given these unique items a gorgeous patina. Substantial and well made, these decorati...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Iron
Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy and substantial. Holds the weight of 3 adults easily. Perfect minimal design as is c...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Concrete Mushroom Stools, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning French concrete mushroom stools from the 1950s. All hand made and hand painted featuring small decorative mushrooms along the base. ...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Willy Guhl for Eternit, Loop Chair
By Willy Guhl
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Armchair "Loop Chair" in cement made by Swiss designer Willy Guhl at the end of the 1950's. In Brazil, these chairs were made by "Eternit". Nowadays they are cultuated worldwide beca...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Cement
Set of 7 Concrete Garden Mushrooms, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French concrete garden mushrooms, circa 1970s. Great for use outside. Age has given these unique items a light patina. Substantial and well ma...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Set of 4 Sculptural Concrete Chairs and Table, 1960s Belgium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning outdoor set consisting of four chairs with a matching table, all made of solid concrete. Round saucer seat with angular legs. Incredible modern design with very fantastic pa...
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Cement
Faux Bois Concrete Table and Two Stools, 1960s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning faux bois concrete table and matching stools from France, made in the 1960s. 2 tripod stools and one tripod table included in this se...
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1960s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Anthropomorphic Faux Bois Concrete Table and 4 Chairs, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial faux-bois concrete table and stools from France, made in the 1950s. 4 chairs and one table included in this set. Anthropomorphic style to arms of chair. Legs and table ba...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Modern Wrought Iron Distress Painted 26" Round Garden Patio Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Modern Wrought Iron Black and Green Distress Painted 26" Round Garden Patio Small Coffee Table. Circa Mid to Late 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 26" Diameter.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy and substantial. Holds the weight of 3 adults easily. Perfect minimal design as is c...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Industrial Modern Wrought Iron Metal Mesh Spring Cantilever Garden Patio Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Modern Green Wrought Iron Metal Mesh Cantilever Garden Patio Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 35.5" H x 20.75" W x 30" D x 17.5" Seat height x 25.75" A...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Chinese Dragon Ceramic Glazed Pedestal Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Chinese dragon solid ceramic glazed table is a stunning piece of artistry and functionality. Crafted with exquisite detail, this table features a vibrant glazed finish adorned wi...
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1930s Chinese Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Willy Guhl Concrete Curved Bench, 1960s, Switzerland
By Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial midcentury concrete seat/ bench by Eternit, circa 1960s. Perfect minimal concave design with convex sides that bow out gently. The bench is made of solid fiber cement which allows it to develop an incredible patina. Factory drilled drainage holes in the seat. A beautiful piece with a strong presence. Very sturdy and able to hold 1-2 adults. These can also be placed together in a variety of arrangements to make a different designs and seating arrangements. These seats are also perfectly compatible with our Willy Guhl Concrete Benches...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Sculptural Concrete Chairs and Table, 1960s, Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible outdoor table and chairs set consisting of four chairs with a matching table, all made of solid concrete in Switzerland, circa ...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Monumental 38" Willy Guhl for Eternit 'Diablo' Concrete Spindle Planter, c 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly gorgeous 38" tall 'Diablo' concrete spindel planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968, Switzerland. This sculptural hourglass shaped concrete planter has a white exterior finish.
We have a large collection of Willy Guhl for Eternit pots, planters, garden objects, jardinières, and patio furniture. We always have inventory in Diablo's, Tilted and Cone Planters, box and rectangular Guhl...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Galvanized Steel Manelco Bench, Cannes, France 1958
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Substantial and very heavy galvanized steel "Manelco" bench, from Cannes, France in 1958. Only produced for two years. Beautiful modern design with a large circular back rest and fra...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Sculptural Concrete Club Chairs, 1940s Belgium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and extremely rare pair of sculptural outdoor chairs made of concrete. Hand made in the 1940s in Belgium. Club chair design with a ho...
Category
1940s Belgian Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Large 'Handkerchief' Concrete Planters by Willy Guhl for Eternit, c. 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of large sized (35" diameter) 'Handkerchief' concrete planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968 Switzerland has beautiful patina including fi...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Willy Guhl for Eternit 'Diablo' Concrete Hourglass Planters, c 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly gorgeous 31" tall and 18" diameter 'Diablo' concrete spindel planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968, Switzerland. These sculptural hourglass shaped concrete planters have a grey exterior finish, one darker grey and the other two are light grey.
Three available, priced individually. If you are purchasing less than all three, please message us with which one(s) you wish us to ship.
We have a large collection of Willy Guhl for Eternit pots, planters, garden objects, jardinières, and patio furniture. We always have inventory in Diablo's, Tilted and Cone Planters, box and rectangular Guhl...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Large 37" Willy Guhl for Eternit 'Diablo' Concrete Hourglass Planters, c 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and extra large 37" tall and 21" diameter 'Diablo' concrete spindel planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968, Switzerland. These sculptural hourglass shaped concrete planters have an off-white exterior finish with natural age and patina throughout.
Two available, priced individually. If you are purchasing a single, please message us with which one you wish us to ship.
We have a large collection of Willy Guhl for Eternit pots, planters, garden objects, jardinières, and patio furniture. We always have inventory in Diablo's, Tilted and Cone Planters, box and rectangular...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Monumental 38" Willy Guhl for Eternit 'Diablo' Concrete Spindle Planter, c 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly gorgeous 38" tall 'Diablo' concrete spindel planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968, Switzerland. This sculptural hourglass shaped concrete planter has a white exterior finish.
We have a large collection of Willy Guhl for Eternit pots, planters, garden objects, jardinières, and patio furniture. We always have inventory in Diablo's, Tilted and Cone Planters, box and rectangular Guhl...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Concrete
Pair Of Bright Sunshine Yellow Wall Sconces
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of two painted iron wall lights in a bright sunshine yellow powder-coating.
Wall lights can be electrified upon request at an additional cost
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangular Planter with Handles, circa 1968
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly gorgeous, this is a rare large rectangular planter with metal handles by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968, Switz...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Contemporary Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The contemporary Maison Jansen inspired wrought iron steel coffee table has a glass top inset in a frame. The two gracefully curved legs, embellished by pairs of brass knobs, are sec...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Willy Guhl for Eternit Cone Concrete Planter in Burgundy, circa 1968, Signed
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredible designer on-trend architectural concrete cone planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968 Switzerland. This cone shaped concrete planter has a patinated burgundy red exterior finish. Consider using this as a bird-feeder or bird-bath, a sculptural art piece or a pot for succulents, weeping grass or plants. Signed on the inside near edge.
We have a large collection of Willy Guhl for Eternit pots, planters, garden objects, jardinières, and patio furniture. We always have inventory in Diablo's, Tilted and Cone Planters, box and rectangular Guhl...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Oval Metal and Glass Midcentury Patio/Porch Garden Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The oval midcentury patio or porch dining table has an iron base and glass top. The base is designed with baroque scroll legs and curved braces that mat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
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Modern patio and garden furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern patio and garden 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 patio and garden furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern patio and garden furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original patio and garden furniture, popular names associated with this style include Myface, Mondo, Da A, and Joanina and David Pastoll. 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 patio and garden furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $90 and tops out at $84,269 while the average work can sell for $4,049.
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