Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
POSTMODERN STYLE
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
- Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
- A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
- Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
- Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
- Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980)
- Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
- Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
- Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood
- Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
- Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Ettore Sottsass
- Robert Venturi
- Alessandro Mendini
- Michele de Lucchi
- Michael Graves
- Nathalie du Pasquier
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.
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Style: Post-Modern
Loic Beuchet Trompe L'Oeil Plaster Fire Surround 1980s
Located in CA, CA
A plaster fire surround with a delicate tromp l’oeil drapery by Loic Beuchet, circa 1980.
Dimensions: Width 145cm x Height 22cm x Depth 30cm
Hearth opening:
Height 24.41 in (62 c...
Category
1980s European Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Patio Poolside Garden Brown Jordan Reclining Chaise Lounge
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural reclining chaise lounge by top shelf maker, Brown Jordan. This voguish chaise features a reclining back rest allowing you to sit up, or lay down while you sunbath ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
BARBERA Fermat Joinery Pull Large
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
The Fermat Joinery range provides a tactile and beautiful addition to interior spaces. Designed to be applied to cabinets and internal doors, these soft forms are a pleasure to ha...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Garden Patio Poolside Ottoman att. to Brown Jordan c. 1970/80’s
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Chic vintage garden, patio, poolside ottoman attributed to Brown Jordan, circa 1970/80’s.
The footrest features a tubular frame with a woven plastic mesh top, it is in good, original...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
6 Mid Century Modern Toledo Aluminum Armchairs by Jorge Pensi Indoor Outdoor
By Amat-3, Jorge Pensi
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple yet elegant design by Jorge Pensi for Amat. Top quality cast aluminum elements which are fitted to each other. In excellent vintag...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Tamiami Garden Patio Poolside Lounge Chair att. to Brown Jordan c 1980s
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Stylish lawn, garden, patio, poolside \lounge chair attributed to Brown Jordan, as part of the Classic Tamiami series, circa 1980s. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, it ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Polished Silver Plate Thick Walled Planter by Gunther Lambert
Located in San Diego, CA
Small polished silver plated thick walled planter by Gunther Lambert, circa 1980s. The piece is signed on the underside, in good vintage condition and ...
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Silver Plate, Chrome
Paolo Soleri , brutalist bronze wind chime bell sculpture , for Arcosanti .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful verdigris patina in this Paolo Soleri wind chime bell .Marked with the square design .
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pilgrim Glass Cobalt Blue Fluted Doric Column Pedestal
By Pilgrim Art
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE
Wonderful Pedestal Stand in the form of a classical fluted Doric column made of mouth-blown translucent cobalt blue glass from the Masterwork Collection by Pilgrim Art Glass of West Virginia circa 1980. 36 inches high by 11.5 inches diameter. The bottom is open so it would be possible to place it over a can light if internal illumination is desired. Great for displaying a bust or other sculpture or even as a plant Stand. Can be used outdoors as well as inside. Appears opaque unless backlit. Glass is not tempered.
The Pilgrim Glass...
Category
1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Blown Glass
Court Fireplace Surround/Mantle
By Brent Warr
Located in Bainbridge, GA
A striking marriage of sculptural elegance and architectural presence, The Court Fireplace Surround/Mantle commands attention as the centerpiece of any refined interior. Designed wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass, Plaster, Hardwood, Paint
1980's Don-Bar Wall Mounted Fireplace Model 5005
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Strikingly designed Don-Bar 5005 wall-mounted fireplace in black enameled steel from the 1980s. This eye-catching and functional piece features an ash pan, metal suspension handles, ...
Category
1980s Canadian Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Mid Century C1980 Iron Spine Chair Attributed to Andre Dubreuil
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous sinewy design from the eighties by Andre Dubreuil. The spine chair is a rigorous and Sculptural design meant to enchant and encourage future designers. In excellent vintage ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pr. Vintage Brown Jordan Lounge Chairs c 1970/1980's
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish lounge chairs by top quality maker, Brown Jordan. This pair of chic vintage lounge chairs are in very good, clean, ready to use condition, showing only light cosmeti...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Giardino di Smeraldo Tub By L’atelier Arman Safavi
Located in New York, NY, NY
Our exclusive custom-made tub, meticulously crafted from exquisite green marble sourced from a private quarry in Persia.
This opulent piece showcases the unique veining and rich hu...
Category
2010s Persian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Travertine
Minimalist Outdoor Chair in Stainless Steel "Yuu" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
YUU Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Experience the elegance of the award-winning YUU Armchair, a timeless outdoor seating solution crafted from stainless steel and colored nautical r...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Clay Sink by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Clay sink by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 40 x H 15 cm
Materials: clay.
Available in 3 models: round sink, oval sink and sink on structure.
Due to the producti...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
Crema Tirreno Roll Ball Sink by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Crema Tirreno roll ball sink by Marmi Serafini
Special Edition
Materials: Crema Tirreno marble.
Dimensions: D 54.5 x H 14 cm
Tap not included.
Marm...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Organic Rough Form Baptiz Black and Gold Marble Bathtub by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Baptiz Black Marble Bathtub by Andres Monnier
One of a Kind
Dimensions: D 110 x W 190 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Black marble, stainless steel.
Available in other stones.
Andrés Monnier ...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Clay Sink by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Clay sink by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 40 x H 15 cm
Materials: clay5
Available in 3 models: round sink, oval sink and sink on structure.
Due to the production process every piece is unique in size and form.
Studio LoHo is a Belgian design office located in Bruges, Belgium. Founded in the autumn of 2017 by Karel Loontiens and Jo Hoeven, the studio focused from the beginning on high-end bespoke interior projects which forms an ideal matrix for product - and material design that is both innovative and durable.
In current times there’s no more room for influx of disposable products, it is our studio’s goal to strive for design that will last and will be cherished for multiple generations.
The introduction of the first collection “clay series” fully articulated the DNA of the newborn Studio and led to their international breakthrough. The appreciation of materials reflects their unique view on interior design with a strong and recognizable signature. Soon after, the collection was expanded on request by other architects and designers with new sinks...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
Kora Bathtub by Kreoo
Located in Geneve, CH
Kora Bathtub by Kreoo
Designed by Enzo Berti
Dimensions: D 84 x W 170 x H 74.
Materials: Calacatta Carrara marble and black metal.
Weight: 305 kg.
Kora is available in one size var...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Set of Palissade Cone Table & Bar Stools-olive-by Ronan/Erwan Bouroullec for Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
Based on the desire to develop a series of tables to complement the Palissade outdoor furniture collection, French design duo Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec teamed up with HAY to create ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Large Clay Bathtub by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Large clay bathtub by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 90 x W 160-165 x H 42 cm
Materials: clay
Other colors and raw or smooth exterior available.
Available in 4 sizes: W 160 x H 42(Large), W 160 x H 53(Large High), W 180 x H 42(X-Large), W 190 x H 53(X-Large High)
The baths are entirely made of clay and are available in a wide range of colours or can be produced bespoke. The exterior of the clay can be raw or smooth according to preference, the interior of the baths is finished with a layer of smooth, silky lime plaster for maximum comfort. Due to the production process every piece is unique in size and form.
Studio LoHo is a Belgian design office located in Bruges, Belgium. Founded in the autumn of 2017 by Karel Loontiens and Jo Hoeven, the studio focused from the beginning on high-end bespoke interior projects which forms an ideal matrix for product - and material design that is both innovative and durable.
In current times there’s no more room for influx of disposable products, it is our studio’s goal to strive for design that will last and will be cherished for multiple generations.
The introduction of the first collection “clay series” fully articulated the DNA of the newborn Studio and led to their international breakthrough. The appreciation of materials reflects their unique view on interior design with a strong and recognizable signature. Soon after, the collection was expanded on request by other architects and designers with new sinks...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
Large High Clay Bathtub by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Large High clay bathtub by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 90 x W 160 x H 53 cm
Materials: Clay
Other colors and raw or smooth exteriors available.
Available in 4 sizes: W 160 x H 42(Large), W 160 x H 53(Large High), W 180 x H 42(X-Large), W 190 x H 53(X-Large High)
The baths are entirely made of clay and are available in a wide range of colors or can be produced bespoke. The exterior of the clay can be raw or smooth according to preference, the interior of the baths is finished with a layer of smooth, silky lime plaster for maximum comfort. Due to the production process every piece is unique in size and form.
Studio LoHo is a Belgian design office located in Bruges, Belgium. Founded in the autumn of 2017 by Karel Loontiens and Jo Hoeven, the studio focused from the beginning on high-end bespoke interior projects which forms an ideal matrix for product - and material design that is both innovative and durable.
In current times there’s no more room for influx of disposable products, it is our studio’s goal to strive for design that will last and will be cherished for multiple generations.
The introduction of the first collection “clay series” fully articulated the DNA of the newborn Studio and led to their international breakthrough. The appreciation of materials reflects their unique view on interior design with a strong and recognizable signature. Soon after, the collection was expanded on request by other architects and designers with new sinks...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
Light White Davide Table Lamp by SLIDE Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Light White Davide Table Lamp by SLIDE Studio
Dimensions: D 30 x W 35 x H 45 cm.
Materials: Polyethylene.
Available in different color options. Prices may vary. This product is suit...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Other
4 Pc Set Vintage Modernist Garden Patio Poolside Tables Made in Italy by EMU
Located in New York, NY
Set of four garden, patio, poolside tables by noted Italian maker, EMU circa 1960's.
The set consistent of one larger table (23.5 diameter x 18 height inches) and three smaller tab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Branched Iconic Master Bathtub by Dainte
Located in Geneve, CH
Branched Iconic Master Bathtub by Dainte
Dimensions: D 140 x W 280 x H 75 cm.
Materials: Mixed crystal.
Reconnect with the unbridled beauty and power of nature as the Branched Iconi...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Crystal
Contemporary Art Fountain Pio Tempio D'empio Tempo by Luigi Ontani
By Mirabili, Luigi Ontani
Located in Pistoia, IT
Limited edition fountain in marble and bronze. (central column - limited edition of 7 pieces only)
The central column can possibly be mounted inside a marble basin to be built local...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Belgian Wall-Mounted Modern Fire Place in Sheet Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fire place, sheet steel, Belgium, 1980s.
A well-designed fire place executed in sheet steel fits perfectly in the focal point of the room or can be ...
Category
1980s Belgian Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Sheet Metal
Postmodern Italian Marble Low Pedestal / End Table
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful design simple Italian marble pedestal circa the 1980s, great shape and condition, with beveled corners beautiful color, no chips or cracks coned shape.
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
New York City Post Modern Iron Three Seat Park Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic New York City post modern park bench designed by Ignacio Ciocchini for the city of New York. Crafted from powder coated iron designed to dissipate heat in the summer and shed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Steen Large Terracotta Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Steen Large Terracotta Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Stefan Antoni and Greg Truen of SAOTA
Dimensions: D 88 x W 140 x H 49,6 cm.
Materials: Stone.
Weight: 75 kg.
Different colors...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Post Modern French Fireplace Tools by François Monnet 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
A rare fireplace tool set by François Monnet, made in France in the 1970s. The set includes fireplace tongs, a fire poker, a fireplace shovel, a fireplace brush, and a place to store...
Category
1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Philippe Starck 'Lola Herzburg' Freestanding Sink & Mirror for Raspel, c1985
Located in Renens, CH
Philippe Starck, a French designer born in 1949, is a true icon in the world of contemporary furniture design. Renowned for his bold creativity, imaginative concepts, and ability to ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Gong Freestanding Basin by Kreoo
Located in Geneve, CH
Gong Freestanding Basin by Kreoo
Designed by Christophe Pillet
Dimensions: D 50 x W 80 x H 102,5 cm.
Materials: Nero Portoro marble.
Weight: 89 kg.
Available in different marble an...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Round Baroque Style Metal Base and Glass Top Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Crafted in the USA, the elegant wrought iron circular base features a circular top supported by 4 cabriole legs tied together with stretchers coming together in the center. Table base is in excellent condition. The glass top shows much wear and is used for photo purposes only. Price is for the base, only, glass can be included or not included. This base can make a wonderful entry foyer, center hall table.
Garden table, garden dining table, patio or porch dining table for indoor or outdoor use. center table.
Base: 34" diameter x 29.75" height.
Metal dining table, round metal dining table,
Category
20th Century North American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Tuber Small Natural Wood Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Tuber Small Natural Wood Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Haldane Martin
Dimensions: Ø 66,7 x H 47,5 cm.
Materials: Wood.
Weight: 27 kg.
Available in natural/oiled wood or stone. Di...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Modernist Metal Garden Patio Dining Chairs in the style of Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Nice clean set of Post Modern outdoor metal dining chairs, in the style of Woodard. The chairs feature tubular metal frames, with flat bar armrests...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
A pair of Carlo Scarpa style vintage Italian travertine slabs, 20th century
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of mid century Carlo Scarpa style graduated travetine pieces for table or siding. Circa 1970. Valuable, gorgeous architectural elements that can be used to adorn furniture, de...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Travertine, Metal
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a spa...
Category
2010s Canadian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan, Maple
Tuber Small Oiled Wood Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Tuber Small Oiled Wood Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Haldane Martin
Dimensions: Ø 66,7 x H 47,5 cm.
Materials: Wood.
Weight: 27 kg.
Available in natural/oiled wood or stone. Diff...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Brushed Stainless Steel Dining Table Base/ Pedestal Column, French 1970's
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing brushed stainless steel column/ pedestal base which can also be used as a dining table base by adding a custom thick round glass. The beautiful finish is modern and ind...
Category
1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Organic Split Form Grey Stone Fire Table with Center Opening by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Apparentia Fire Table by Andres Monnier
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: D 150 x W 150 x H 40 cm.
Materials: Grey Quarry stone.
Treko Concrete is a Mexican studio based in Ensenada, that a...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Aarde Square XS White Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Aarde Square XS White Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Sebastian Herkner
Dimensions: W 43 x H 43 cm.
Materials: Stone.
Weight: 30 kg.
Different colors and sizes are available. Pleas...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Unique Round and Oval Shape Grey Quarry Stone Fire Table by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Prometheo Uno fire table by Andres Monnier
Dimensions: D 160 x W 100 x H 40 H cm.
Materials: Grey Quarry stone.
Prometeo fire table is a piece inspired by ...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Citrine Glazed Terra Cotta Pedestal Style Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
Thick terra cotta pedestal planter pot or bowl in glossy citrine yellow. Rim varies in height and natural flecks in the glaze throughout give a rustic feel. The vibrant color makes i...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Tuber Medium Natural Wood Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Tuber Medium Natural Wood Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Haldane Martin
Dimensions: Ø 57 x H 61 cm.
Materials: Wood.
Weight: 28 kg.
Available in natural/oiled wood or stone. Diffe...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Baptiz Red Travertine Bath Tub by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Baptiz Red Travertine Bath Tub by Andres Monnier
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: D 190 x W 110 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Red travertine.
Available in white ...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Travertine
Project Room 1.5" AL Knob
By Project Room
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We sculpt each knob with aluminum foil before sand-casting it in aluminum at our local foundry. It’s a physical ‘game of telephone’, a translation, or a conversation, or maybe a pun.
A humble-but-striking, utilitarian-but-elegant, perfectly imperfect piece.
The image shown is representative of size, but no two are alike and your 1.5" AL Knob will not look exactly like the knob above.
Interested in customization? A two-sided candle holder? A five-foot-tall menorah...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
1990s Post Modern Rough Edge Glass Pedestal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1990s Post Modern Rough Edge Glass Pedestal showcases a distinctive blend of rugged texture and refined form, characteristic of the postmodern design movement. Featuring thick, ...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass
Two Elements Asthetic Boulder Grey Quarry Stone Fire Table by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Prometheo Dos Fire Table by Andres Monnier
Dimensions: D 180 x W 100 x H 40 cm.
Materials: Grey Quarry stone.
This piece is a variant of the original...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Gong Freestanding Basin by Kreoo
Located in Geneve, CH
Gong Freestanding Large Basin by Kreoo
Designed by Christophe Pillet
Dimensions: D 50 x W 80 x H 102,5 cm.
Materials: Nero Portoro marble and gold leaf.
Weight: 89 kg.
Available in...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
1990s Spazzapan Italian Pop Art Pair of Pink Yellow Metal Armchairs Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
This fun pair of armchairs is a unique organic modern design manufactured and signed by the Italian artist, Anacleto Spazzapan (Luino, Italy - 1943). Very functional for their fun us...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Roll Ball Washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Roll Ball washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Designed by Mark Mitchell
Dimensions: D 54 x H 91 cm
Materials: Marble.
Available in other marbles. Prices may vary acc...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Bhaca Tall Sandstone Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Bhaca Tall Sandstone Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Andile Dyalvane
Dimensions: Ø 74,35 x H 113,8 cm.
Materials: Stone.
Weight: 85 kg.
Different colors and sizes are available. Please contact us.
The Bhaca is a completely personal and original range of stone planters that reflect ceramicist Andile Dyalvane’s connection to his Xhosa roots while celebrating his mastery of an elemental material of choice – clay. Bhaca - meaning scarification - is a traditional Xhosa method of finely cutting the skin (usually on the cheeks) to mark initiation, clan identification, or healing. Andile desires to preserve and share his cultural roots of this ancient tradition by cutting into clay and pushing open the cuts where they intersect as if to open the flesh. The Bhaca has been electronically scanned and scaled from smaller clay vessels...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
High Entity Circle Washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
High entity circle washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Pinta Verde marble.
Dimensions: D 45 x H 85 cm
Available in other marbles and in 3 sizes: H 20, H 50, H 85 cm.
Tap not i...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Bhaca Medium Sandstone Planter by Indigenus
Located in Geneve, CH
Bhaca Medium Sandstone Planter by Indigenus
Designed by Andile Dyalvane
Dimensions: Ø 77,9 x H 95,3 cm.
Materials: Stone.
Weight: 80 kg.
Different colors and sizes are available. Please contact us.
The Bhaca is a completely personal and original range of stone planters that reflect ceramicist Andile Dyalvane’s connection to his Xhosa roots while celebrating his mastery of an elemental material of choice – clay. Bhaca - meaning scarification - is a traditional Xhosa method of finely cutting the skin (usually on the cheeks) to mark initiation, clan identification, or healing. Andile desires to preserve and share his cultural roots of this ancient tradition by cutting into clay and pushing open the cuts where they intersect as if to open the flesh. The Bhaca has been electronically scanned and scaled from smaller clay vessels...
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Baptiz Black Marble Bath Tub by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Baptiz Black Marble Bath Tub by Andres Monnier
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: D 190 x W 110 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Black marble.
Available in white marble, ...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
1980s Pink Faux Marble Resin Fireplace Mantle
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, two toned faux marble fiteplace you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is ex...
Category
1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
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