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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Portoro Marble Shell Pedestal Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Portoro marble shell pedestal basin. This stunning design is hand carved into portoro marble, also known as black and gold marble. The sink is in the fo...
Marble
$18,761 / item
Marblecolors Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Marblecolors washbasin by Serafini Materials: Statuarietto marble. Dimensions: D 35 x W 42 x H 84 cm Available in other marbles and colors. Tap not included. Marble and color, combi...
Marble
Giovannozzi Home Sink Monoblock Roman Travertine Top Marble Rose Onyx Italy
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
This unique sink is cut from one single block of white Roman travertine, top in Rose Onyx or similar. The original and unique design are created by Giovann...
Travertine, Marble, Onyx
Small Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Tosca washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calacatta Macchia Vecchia marble. Dimensions: D 44 x W 58 x H 17 cm Av...
Marble
Seashell and Lucite Soap Dish
Located in New York, NY
A great vintage Lucite/acrylic and seashell soap dish, circa late-20th century, 1970s; fits a standard size bar of soap. Real natural seashells encased in Lucite/acrylic. Very good c...
Acrylic, Shell, Lucite
$14,650 / item
Concrete Three-Tier Ukiyo Fountain by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. This modern, minimalist fountain is a tasteful way to incorporate aquatic life into any indoor or outdoor space. The Ukiyo three tier fountain...
Cement
Pillbox Basin Made of Marble
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Pillbox basin is made of carved White Carrara Marble. It can come in different dimensions and stone.
Marble
$2,080 / item
Basin "Panama" Made in Grigio Bardiglio Marble
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Tailor Collection boasts a unique assortment of elements that draw inspiration from the world of tailoring. Expertly crafted by the talented Pibamarmi Style Office, these pieces ...
Marble
Monolithic Font - Two part fountain carved from Roman Travertine
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
Originally designed for Wallpaper* Magazine's annual Handmade exhibition at the Salone del Mobile 2017, Tino Seubert teamed up with Pibamarmi to create a two-levelled indoor font. Tu...
Travertine
"Delfi" Pedestal Sink Made of Calacatta Viola Marble
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted in exquisite Calacatta Viola marble, this Piba Marmi pedestal is a unique expression of nature's beauty and versatility. The intricate detailing of the fluted surface showcas...
Marble
$20,788 / item
Cup Washbasin with Shelf by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Cup washbasin with shelf by Serafini Materials: Calacatta Vagli Oro marble, resin. Dimensions: D 50 x H 85 cm Available in other marbles and with o...
Marble
$4,675 / item
Small Travertino Silver Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Travertino Silver Tosca Washbasin by Serafini Materials: Travertino Silver marble. Dimensions: D 44 x W 58 x H 17 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a m...
Marble
$5,300 / item
Modern Designed Suspended Sink Made in Marble
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Slope Plus" suspended sink is part of the Pibamarmi 2022 collection. Dimensions can be customizable and material can change.
Marble
Giovannozzi Home, Bathtub "Round", Monoblock Roman Travertine, Italy
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
"Round", this unique Bathtub is cut from one single block of white Roman Travertine, the original and unique design are created by Giovannozzi. Customer can choose between five diffe...
Travertine, Marble
Lavabo scavato da un blocco di marmo bianco Carrara -Made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Lavabo marmo, lavabo marmo bianco, lavabo scavato, lavabo marmo carrara, marmo carrara lavabo scavato a mano da un unico blocco di marmo bianco di Carrara misura cm66.5 x 52 x 17 pe...
Marble
$5,718 / item
Small Rosso Francia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Rosso Francia Tosca washbasin by Serafini Materials: Rosso Francia marble. Dimensions: D 44 x W 58 x H 17 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a magnifice...
Marble
$5,156 / item
Small Opera Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Opera Tosca washbasin by Serafini Materials: Emperador Brown marble. Dimensions: D 44 x W 58 x H 17 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a magnificent was...
Marble
$13,277 / item
High Entity Punta Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
High Entity Punta washbasin by Serafini Materials: Nero Marquinia marble. Dimensions: D 50 x W 50 x H 85 cm Available in other marbles and colors. Tap not included. Bold and strikin...
Marble
$33,618 / item
Abyss Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Abyss washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calcatta Oro marble, gold leaf. Dimensions: D 55 x W 120 x H 15 cm Available in other marbles. An iconic bathroom sink with a simple and minim...
Marble, Gold Leaf
$13,089 / item
Boris Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Boris washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calcatta marble, bronze. Dimensions: D 44 x H 85 cm Available in other marbles and metals. Tap not included. Sculptural design, organic proportions and strong balance between materials. These are the features identifying Boris, a freestanding sink...
Marble, Bronze
$5,560 / item
"Pocket" Suspended Sink Made of Travertine Milano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Pocket" suspended sink can be customized in different dimensions and stones.
Travertine
Monolithic Font - Two part fountain carved from Calacatta Marble
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
Originally designed in Travertine for Wallpaper* Magazine's annual Handmade exhibition at the Salone del Mobile 2017, Tino Seubert teamed up with Pibamarmi to create a two-levelled i...
Marble, Carrara Marble
Monolithic Font - Two part fountain carved from Rosso Etrusco sandstone
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
Originally designed in Travertine for Wallpaper* Magazine's annual Handmade exhibition at the Salone del Mobile 2017, Tino Seubert teamed up with Pibamarmi to create a two-levelled i...
Sandstone
$12,697 / item
Vulcan Washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Vulcan washbasin by Marmi Serafini Materials: Nero Marquina marble, gold leaf. Dimensions: D 55 x W 120 x H 20 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. An iconic bathroom si...
Marble, Gold Leaf
"Pillbox" countertop washbasin made in Almond Travertine
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This countertop washbasin in Almond Travertine, treated with Acid Shield for enhanced protection and durability, is crafted by the renowned Italian maker Piba Marmi. A striking examp...
Travertine
Medium Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calacatta Macchia Vecchia marble. Dimensions: D 49 x H 45 cm Availabl...
Marble
$7,300 / item
Medium Entity Circle Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Entity Circle washbasin by Serafini Materials: Emperador brown marble. Dimensions: D 45 x H 50 cm Available in other marbles and in 3 sizes: H 20, H 50, H 85 cm. Tap not inclu...
Marble
$5,226 / item
Small Entity Circle Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Small entity circle washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calcatta oro marble. Dimensions: D 45 x H 20 cm Available in other marbles and in 3 sizes: H 20, H 50, H 85 cm. Tap not included....
Marble
$7,218 / item
Medium Travertino Silver Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Travertino silver Tosca washbasin by Serafini Materials: Travertino Silver marble. Dimensions: D 49 x H 45 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a magnifi...
Marble
$10,370 / item
Cup Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Cup washbasin by Serafini Materials: Calacatta Vagli Oro marble, resin. Dimensions: D 50 x H 20 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. A...
Marble
Giovannozzi Home, Sink "Tube", Monoblock Roman Travertine, Italy
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
"Tube", this unique sink is cut from one single block of white Roman travertine, the original and unique design are created by Giovannozzi. Customer can c...
Travertine, Marble
$9,620 / item
Medium Rosso Francia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Rosso Francia Tosca Washbasin by Serafini Materials: Rosso Francia marble. Dimensions: D 49 x H 45 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a magnificent was...
Marble
Giovannozzi Home, Sink "NAIL", Monobloc Roman Travertine, Italy
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
This unique sink "Nail" is cut from one single block of white Roman Travertine, the original and unique design are created by Giovannozzi. Customer can ch...
Travertine, Marble
$8,015 / item
Medium Opera Tosca Washbasin by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Opera Tosca washbasin by Serafini Materials: Emperador Brown marble. Dimensions: D 49 x H 45 cm Available in other marbles. Tap not included. Tosca is a magnificent washbasin...
Marble
$3,125 / item
"Diamont" Suspended Square Sink
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Diamont" square suspended sink can be customized based on your project specifications.
Marble
$3,750 / item
Suspended Sink Made of Stone
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Dorigo" suspended sink made of Travertino Classico is part of the 2022 Pibamarmi collection. Dimensions is customizable and material varies.
Stone