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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
The handcrafted solid oak decorative frame from the EDGE series is made from natural solid oak wood and beautifully complements your living spaces with its modern design. With its el...
Wood, Oak
Vintage Frank Frazetta 'Bathing Girl' Art Print, Framed, Fantasy Decor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking vintage art print, attributed to legendary fantasy illustrator Frank Frazetta, features a sensuous nude female figure emerging from water, posed against a naturalistic ...
Paper
Small Photo Frame with Bird Motif in Silver and Gold Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small photo frame with bird motif in silver and gold metal. Let your photos take centre stage in this contemporary photo frame featuring a pair of adorable lovebirds. Gold and silve...
Metal
Nickel-Plated Metal Medium Photo Frame with Overlapping Black Orchid Design.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautifully crafted nickel-plated metal medium photo frame with overlapping black orchid design. Contemporary handcrafted medium size photo frame in nickel plated sheet metal with a...
Nickel, Metal
Golden Ginkgo Frame - Luxurious Golden Metal Photo Frame with Ginkgo Leaf Design
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Golden Ginkgo Frame - Luxurious golden metal photo frame with ginkgo leaf design. Description Discover the Golden Ginkgo Frame, a luxurious photo frame inspired by the intricate sh...
Metal
$636Sale Price|20% Off
French Modern Engraved Walnut Architectural & White Enamel Grid Pattern Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Engraved Walnut Architectural & White Enamel Grid Pattern Frame France, Circa 1960s Holds a 4-inch x 6.5 inch Photo A good example of French design, this enamel grid pattern frame is now available for sale. Meticulously crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this frame showcases the perfect fusion of traditional elegance and contemporary style. The frame's engraved walnut construction exudes warmth and sophistication, while the architectural design adds a touch of modernity. The intricate engravings are a testament to the craftsmanship of French artisans, capturing the eye with their intricate patterns and delicate detailing. The white enamel grid pattern that adorns the frame creates a captivating contrast against the rich walnut wood. This striking combination of materials and textures adds depth and visual interest, making it a standout piece in any room. The frame's generous size allows for versatile use, accommodating various artwork, photographs, or mirrors. Whether displayed as a standalone statement piece or as part of a curated gallery...
Glass, Walnut
Chevron Pattern Natural Horn Inlay Square Photo Frame XL
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This artisan-crafted square photo frame showcases a bold chevron inlay design made from hand-polished natural horn. The alternating light and dark horn tones—ranging from soft ivory ...
Horn
Cherry Blossom Photo Frame, Made from Gilded Metal and Pink Enamel.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cherry Blossom photo frame, made from gilded metal and pink enamel. Welcome the beauty of spring into your home with this superb photo frame featuring cherry blossom decorations. Ma...
Metal, Enamel
Antique Kerr American Modern Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver picture frame. Made by William B. Kerr in Newark, ca 1920. Rectangular window in flat surround with acid-etched and stylized leaves at corners and reeded rim. ...
Sterling Silver
Love Knot Photo Frame in Gold-Tone Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in gold-tone metal, medium size model. Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate gold metal detailing. The pho...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Bronze and Glass Picture Frame By Esa Fedrigolli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This photo frame by Esa Fedrigolli is a sculptural piece made of bronze or brass with a patinated finish. Its geometric, angled base gives it a bold, modern character, while the mini...
Brass, Bronze
$500 / set
Italian Lucite photo frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Material & Finish Made from Lucite (a high-quality acrylic resin), known for its glass-like clarity and durability. The surface has a smooth, glossy finish that gives the frames a s...
Lucite
Medium-Sized Photo Frame with Bird Motif in Silver, Gold and Enamelled Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Medium-sized photo frame with bird motif in silver, gold and enamelled metal. Let your photos take centre stage in this contemporary photo frame featuring a pair of adorable lovebi...
Metal
Nickel-Plated Metal Frame Imitating Shagreen.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Nickel-plated metal frame imitating shagreen - hand-forged nickel-plated sharkskin-style photo frame with matt finish. Description: The Shagreen Collection interprets the subtle sh...
Metal, Nickel
Silver Metal Photo Frame with Design in Gold Metal and White Enamel, Large Model
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal photo frame with Calla lily design in gold metal and white enamel, Large model. Display your precious photos in this exquisite photo frame, crafted from a luxurious mi...
Metal
Large Photo Frame with White Orchid Design, made from Nickel-Plated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary large photo frame with white orchid design, made from high-quality nickel-plated metal. This elegant large photo frame will immortalise your most beautiful memories. Wi...
Nickel
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, large model. Show off your favourite photos in this palm tree model photo frame, which features a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from hi...
Metal
Medium-Sized Frame with Pomegranate Motif in Gold-Plated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Medium-sized photo frame with contemporary pomegranate motif in high-quality gold-plated metal. Show off your favourite photos in style with this photo frame. Made from high-quality...
Metal
Reflective Photo Frame in High-Quality Nickel-Plated Sheet Metal, Medium Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Reflective photo frame in high-quality nickel-plated sheet metal, Medium Model. Showcase your photos in this uniquely designed photo frame that captures the serenity of gentle water...
Nickel, Metal
$763 / item
Shagreen-Style Nickel-Plated Steel Frame
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Shagreen-style nickel-plated steel frame - photo frame imitating shark leather in hand-forged nickel with matt finish. Description: The Shagreen Collection interprets the subtle ...
Nickel, Metal
Silvered and Enamelled Metal Photo Frame, Small Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elephant photo frame with pink border, silver metal and enamel, small size model. Cherish happy times spent with your little ones in this adorable elephant-shaped family photo frame...
Metal
Medium-Sized Savannah Animal Photo Frame with Light Blue Border
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Savannah animal photo frame with light blue border, silver metal and enamel, medium size model. Share adventurous moments with friends and family with ...
Metal
$516 / item
Palm Leaf Photo Frame in Gilded Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Palm leaf photo frame in gilded metal. Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, which features a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality gold...
Metal
Love Knot Photo Frame in Gold-Tone Metal, Large Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in gold-tone metal, large size model. Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate gold metal detailing. The phot...
Metal
Reflective Photo Frame in High-Quality Nickel-Plated Sheet Metal, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Reflective photo frame in high-quality nickel-plated sheet metal, large model. Showcase your photos in this uniquely designed photo frame that captures the serenity of gentle water ...
Nickel, Metal
Contemporary Hammered Metal and Gold Photo Frames.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frames. Display your favourite memories in style with this contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frame. Perfect for both modern and t...
Metal
Multi-Color Crocodile Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color crocodile leather and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches LAST 1 in stock in L...
Gold
Multi-Color Crocodile Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color crocodile leather and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches LAST 1 in stock in L...
Gold
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color shagreen leather and 24-karat gold-plated photo frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 8 inches / Width: 6 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 4 inches by 6 inches LAST 1 in stock in ...
Gold
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color shagreen leather and 24 karat gold-plated photo frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches LAST 1 in stoc...
Gold
$1,250 / item
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and nickel plated photo frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo Size: 8 inches by 10 i...
Nickel
Contemporary Hammered Nickel Silver Photo Frame, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary hammered nickel silver photo frame, medium size model. Display your photos in a frame that's as captivating as the memories it contains. This frame is made from high-qu...
Nickel, Metal
Handcrafted Nickel-Plated Metal Small Model Photo Frame.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Handcrafted nickel-plated metal small model photo frame with a delicate black orchid design in black nickel-plated metal. Contemporary small model photo frame handcrafted in nickel-...
Nickel, Metal
Medium-Sized Photo Frame in Black Nickel Plate with Black Orchid Floral Motif.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary medium-sized photo frame in black nickel plate with black orchid floral motif. Medium-sized photo frame in black nickel plate featuring a floral motif inlaid with black...
Nickel, Metal
Nickel-Plated Metal Large Photo Frame with Overlapping Black Orchid Design.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautifully crafted nickel-plated metal large photo frame with overlapping black orchid design. Contemporary large photo frame handcrafted in nickel-plated sheet metal with a delica...
Nickel, Metal
$1,055 / item
Picture Frame Medium Horizontal in Pyrite
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Rock Crystal, Pyrite
$1,205 / item
Picture Frame Large Vertical in Pyrite
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Rock Crystal, Pyrite
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 23x32
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted entirely from natural solid oak wood, this decorative wooden picture frame gains a unique character from the distinct texture and grain of each piece of wood. The kiln-dried ...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
These 52x72 cm natural wooden picture frames from the REGULAR series are entirely handcrafted, bringing the natural beauty and durability of oak wood into your living spaces. Offerin...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 23x32
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted entirely from natural solid oak wood, this decorative wooden picture frame gains a unique character from the distinct texture and grain of each piece of wood. The kiln-dried ...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
These 52x72 cm natural wooden picture frames from the REGULAR series are entirely handcrafted, bringing the natural beauty and durability of oak wood into your living spaces. Offerin...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 23x32
Located in Orlando, FL
The fully natural solid oak premium wood frame gives each piece a unique identity with the wood’s distinctive texture and grain. Fine cracks, wormholes, and natural deformations caus...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 32x42
Located in Orlando, FL
The EDGE series was thoughtfully designed by Ananas designers as a multifunctional solid wood decorative frame and meticulously handcrafted by their skilled carpenters. Made from kil...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 32x42
Located in Orlando, FL
The EDGE series was thoughtfully designed by Ananas designers as a multifunctional solid wood decorative frame and meticulously handcrafted by their skilled carpenters. Made from kil...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
The handcrafted solid oak decorative frame from the EDGE series is made from natural solid oak wood and beautifully complements your living spaces with its modern design. With its el...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
These 52x72 cm natural wooden picture frames from the REGULAR series are entirely handcrafted, bringing the natural beauty and durability of oak wood into your living spaces. Offerin...
Wood, Oak
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 32x42
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted with Ananas's innovative design and expert craftsmanship, this solid wood decorative frame brings a sophisticated touch to your living spaces. Made from 100% natural oak wood...
Wood, Oak
Italian modern triangular painting with collage, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Triangular painting with collage, 1980s Triangular-shaped painting with collage technique representing colored geometric shapes. The black frame is...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Italian Modern Rectangular Painting with Collage, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Rectangular painting with collage, 1980s Rectangular-shaped picture with collage technique depicting colored geometric shapes. The black frame is...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Natural Horn Chevron Inlay Square Photo Frame Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This square photo frame showcases a luxurious natural horn chevron inlay design, blending organic texture with refined craftsmanship. The alternating diagonal pattern of light and da...
Horn
Natural Horn Mosaic Inlay Square Photo Frame Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant square photo frame features a meticulously crafted mosaic inlay of natural horn, highlighting a stunning mix of creamy ivory, amber, and deep brown tones. Each piece of horn ...
Horn
Natural Horn Chevron Inlay Square Photo Frame – Black and Ivory Tones Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This square natural horn photo frame features a bold chevron inlay pattern crafted from hand-polished horn pieces in rich shades of black, cream, and honey. The diagonal design creat...
Horn
$328 / item
Dog Bone photo Frame made from Silver Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dog bone photo frame made from silver metal. Display your favourite pet memories in this charming dog bone photo frame. Made from silver metal, the frame features an intricate patte...
Metal
Medium-Sized Photo Frame with Savannah Animal Decorations
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Savannah animal photo frame with pink border, silver-plated and enamelled, medium-sized model. Share adventurous moments with friends and family with this captivating animal photo fr...
Metal
Dandelion Photo Frame in Gilded Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dandelion photo frame in gilded metal, medium size model. Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your space with the ‘Dandelion’ photo frame. Made from gilded metal, it evokes o...
Metal
Elephant Photo Frame in Silver Metal and Enamel, Small Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elephant photo frame with white border, in silver metal and enamel, small size model. Cherish happy times spent with your little ones in this adorable family photo frame in the shap...
Metal
Dahlia Photo Frame in Gilded Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dahlia photo frame in gilded metal, medium size model. Celebrate your fondest memories with the elegant ‘Dahlia’ photo frame. This beautifully crafted ph...
Bronze
Love Knot Photo Frame in Silver Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in silver metal, medium size model. Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate silver metal detailing. The phot...
Metal
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Small Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, small model. Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, featuring a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality...
Metal
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Small Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, small model. Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, featuring a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality...
Metal