Minimalist Sculptures
MINIMALIST STYLE
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
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"Tortura" a Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff Grediaga Number 2/6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing "Tortura", an exquisite bronze sculpture created by the renowned artist Antonio Kieff Grediaga. This limited edition piece is numbered #2 ou...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Bronze
James de Wulf Concrete Dumbbell Set
Located in Paia, HI
When concrete and bronze come together, it is a marriage of powerful aesthetic elements. Each weight is constructed of reinforced concrete, polished and sealed to a smooth, unique lu...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Bronze
Kazimir Screen Set by Colé, 3 Floral Patterns, Decor Dividers Inspired to Art
By Julia Dodza
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Masterfully handcrafted in Italy, Kazimir screens are not only a perfect divider for minimalist or classic rooms, but also a symbolic bridge, linking design to art, functionality to decoration. In fact the shapes of this screens, closed in a set, a collection composed by 3 single elements (Type A, Type B and Type C), are freely inspired on the figurative abstract works by the renowned painter Malevich, a pione...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Female Torso Sculpture in Solid Lucite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our stunning Mid-Century Modern Female Torso Sculpture, crafted meticulously in solid Lucite. This captivating art piece embodies the grace and beauty of the female form,...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Set of 6 Green Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of 6 Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of 6 Amethyst Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Deco Cast Resin White Polar Bear Sculpture After Francois Pompon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Cast Resin White Polar Bear Sculpture after Francois Pompon.
The cast resin white polar bear sculpture is a reproduction of the famous work by Francois Pompon .
Dimensions: ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Vintage Ceramic Lion Sculpture by Bruno Gambone 'circa 1990s'
Located in London, GB
Smiling ceramic lion / cat sculpture by ceramicist Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s). This seated lion sculpture is truly a work of art. It is whimsical, yet beautiful in its use of the pa...
Category
1990s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Glass Incense Diffuser, SMOKE, Handcrafted and Blowing by Mouth
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
The Smoke incense holder is made of blown borosilicate glass. The design of its shape, soft and light, seems to be defined by the swirls of smoke that rise slowly. The internal void ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Vintage Italian Travertine Porcupine Table Sculpture by Mannelli Bros
Located in London, GB
Vintage Italian travertine porcupine sculpture and card or letter holder by Mannelli Bros (circa 1970s). Designed by Italian brothers, Fratelli Mannelli, this charming piece has load...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Lavender Creme, Hand-Poured Soap, Erode Series by UMÉ Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
Creamy, rich and uplifting
Brazilian clay / goatmilk / indigo leaf
Hand-poured in Pinole Valley, CA in collaboration with Tonic Naturals
Luscious soap and unique shapes, form an...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Set of 6 White Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Cylindrical Ceramic Vase by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s, Large
Located in London, GB
Stunningly tall cylindrical ceramic vase with single, amphora-style handle and Eastern motif on an elegant beige earthenware surface, by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). This substantial...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Light and Air Mobile by Deborah Ehrlich Studio
Located in Accord, NY
Continuing her exploration into the subtleties of light, Deborah Ehrlich’s Mobile poetically reflects and projects its environment.
Constructed from a linear series of suspended, translucent panels...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Hardwood
Large Natural Teak Root Wood Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive large single piece of sculptural carved free-form organic teak rootwood becomes a writhing, wispy, whimsical wonder of craftsmanship and artistry. This naturalistic...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Flow Gold Contemporary Bar and Counter Stool by Enrico Girotti – Made in Italy
Located in Verona, IT
Flow Gold is the epitome of elegance and innovation—a creation that transcends the ordinary bar and counter stool to become a functional work of art, elevating any space with a touch...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Red Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Industrial Dent Black Steel Sculpture/Pedestal, One of a Kind by James DeMartis
Located in East Hampton, NY
Precision crafted rectangle with crushed corner. Makes ideal conversation piece. Can act as a stand alone sculpture or lectern or pedestal. Welded fabrication and artfully “deconstru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Ceramic Object by Tjok Dessauvage
By Tjok Dessauvage
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary objects by Belgian artist Tjok Dessauvage (b.1948).
Category
1990s Belgian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Elegant Bronze Sculpture Showing a Hoop Dancer Original Patina 1978
Located in London, GB
Elegant Bronze Sculpture Showing a Hoop Dancer Original Patina 1978
A beautiful sculpture in bronze with original patina showing a figure of a hoop dancer performing a very flexible ...
Category
1970s Russian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Green Turquoise Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Italian Elephant in Black Marble Stone Carved Stylized Figure 1970
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Italian elephant in black hand carved marble stone stylized figure.
Hand-carved black stone abstract sculpture in the shape of a...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Marble
1960 Vide Poche Sculpture in Wood, Animals Holding a Bowl
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
African Vide Poche and sculpture, withanAnimals holding a bowl in wood,
1960 Sculpture in wood.
Category
1960s Beninese Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Wood
House Sculpture, Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel Wedge on Wood Blocks
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage Italian Travertine Aardvark Table Sculpture by Mannelli Bros
Located in London, GB
Travertine aardvark table sculpture by Mannelli Bros., Florence, Italy (circa 1970s). Joyful travertine stylised aardvark will delight art lovers and collectors. Minimalist in style ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Set of 6 Green Pea Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Vintage Industrial Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca
Located in London, GB
Modern industrial-style ceramic vase (circa 1970s) by Alessio Tasca. Minimalist, abstract snail-shaped ceramic vase in limestone-coloured glaze with line motif from the Italian schoo...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 6 Black Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Sculpted Tablet On Base
Located in Nijlen, BE
Sculpted natural stone tablet on base.
Beautiful on a custom tripod with an antique character.
A stone that has in its natural palette, shades of pink, blue and gray-brown. A true pa...
Category
1940s French Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Ceramic Sculpture of Abstract Coral by Brian Blow
Located in London, GB
Abstract ceramic coral sculpture by Bryan Blow. His hand formed sculptures and drawings that echoed a voyage of discovery in not just the visible natural...
Category
1970s British Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Standing Totem Wood Sculpture, Still Stand No4 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona.
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one i...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel on Wood Block Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Steel
Abstract Industrial Welded Steel "Assemblage IV" Sculpture by David Tothero
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Minimalist style geometric welded steel sculpture, "Assemblage IV", by Philadelphia based artist David Tothero. This piece has a mixture of strong geometric shapes and is signed wit...
Category
1990s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Jasmine Ylang Ylang, Handmade Soap by Umé Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
Luscious soap and unique shapes, form and function work together to add a different kind of beauty to the daily ritual of bathing. Created with an abundance of unique botanicals, antioxidants, mineral rich clays, and skin-nurturing essential oils to cleanse, hydrate & nourish all skin types. Perfect for daily use.
Each Erode Summit is poured and cast by hand. As each batch is unique for each pour, no two are the same.
Certified organic
Measures : ~ 1.35" round x 3.75" tall.
~ 87g e3.1oz
Jasmine Ylang Ylang...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Constantin III a Candleholder in Walnut and Brass Minimalist Design with Circles
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Constantin III is a simple but charming candleholder with a geometric shape with rhombus. The body is in solid Canaletto walnut with natural finishing, emphasizing the wooden veins. The cylinder in natural brass on the top is the place where to put an 18 mm candle.
In the same collection 3 different models of candlesticks in wood or in marble. A perfect set for a present.
Constantin collection owes its name to its inspirer. It is in fact the modern art of Constantin Brancusi that has guided the designer’s hand to conceive candelabra, bookends, containers and centre pieces...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type B, Decor Divider Inspired to Art
By Julia Dodza
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Masterfully handcrafted in Italy, Kazimir is not only a perfect divider for a Minimalist or Classic rooms, but also a symbolic bridge, linking design to art, functionality to decorat...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Box with a Shell Lid in Style of Alexandre Noll
Located in NYC, NY
A beautiful wood box with a small compartment inside and a shell lid in the manner of Alexandre Noll.
Category
1940s French Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Shell, Walnut
Set of 6 Light Blue, Periwinkle Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Standing Totem Wood Sculpture, Still Stand No3 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Graphic Abstract Geometric Bronze Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Graphic abstract geometric patinated bronze sculpture on white marble base. Dark rich patina. Signed "R Y De Los Heros."
Category
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Blue Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Art Deco Design Oversized Black and White Ceramic Horse Head Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
Highly decorative modern pair of grand size ceramic stallion heads, made in Italy. Realistic representation with flowing ruffled mane, the black and white colors highlighted by the q...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Shiro Kuramata Spiral Ashtray1 Minimalist Japanese Design
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shiro Kuramata's ashtray1. Made of black aluminum.
Rather optical art object than usual astray.
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Black Lacquer Banana Leaf Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Banana Leaf Sculpture/ Tray
Black Lacquer
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang ...
Category
2010s Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Abstract Plaster Sculpture
Located in Washington, DC
Abstract Plaster Sculpture by an Unknown Dutch Artist. Holland, circa 1970.
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
African Topoke Iron Currency Blade, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Torso of Buddha, Kingdom of Ayutthaya, '1350-1767', 17th Century
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Torso of Buddha
Kingdom of Ayutthaya (1350-1767), 17th century.
Carved sandstone, height (including base) 64 cm.
Provenance:
The Sassoon...
Category
17th Century Thai Antique Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Mandacaru Series, Wooden Cactus Tall Floor Sculpture
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
SCULPTURE SERIES MANDACARU
“Mandacaru
When it burns in the drought
It is the sign that the rain arrives in the sertão”
Luiz Gonzaga.
Cordel poems dry on the clotheslines, and throu...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Italy 2017 André Fu Brass Abstract Sculpture
By André Fu
Located in Brescia, IT
This incredible abstract sculpture was created by the internationally well known designer André Fu, founder of the André Fu Studio, based in Hong Kong. Title "Eternal flame". This intense scultpture can be filled of water in the base and the little brass bowl can be put on, floating. A lit candle completes the scene.
This is a one-of-the kind piece, hand made by the Italian factory specilized in brass work who collaborated with the designer to realised it.
Wallpaper magazine assigned the Award to this iconic brass sculpture and it was an event focus during the Salone del Mobile in Milan.
About Studio Fu:
With an extensive portfolio of projects throughout Asia and Europe, Fu has revolutionized the concept of modern luxury with a series of projects that reflect Fu's signature artistic perspective and timeless sensibility.
This artwork is the sum of his philosophy.
In 2016 was named designer of the year for M&O Asia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Sculpture Lighting Batten and Kamp Minimalist
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Sculptural lighting by Batten and Kamp. made of acrylic tubes and brass.
Working with 100-240V, Neon tube LED12W.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Concreto Collection, Fruit Table Sculpture (Set of Nine)
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
DÉBORA CRUZ FOR ESTÚDIO ILUDI
Intersecting paths, which embroider and admire themselves, end up witnessing inevitable encounters.
The name behind Pomelo Atelier, Débora Cruz, joins ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Wood Torso
Located in New York, NY
Century year old wood with incredible patina is set on a minimalist black steel base which is twelve x ten inches. This beautiful single piece of wood, resembling a torso, has been h...
Category
2010s Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid Century Large Scale Carved Sculptural Wooden Shelf Art on Heavy Steel Base
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An impressive large scale sculptural wooden shelf art with good form and a beautiful rich warm wood colour tone. These would have been originally carved fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Large Scale Carved Sculptural Wooden Shelf Art on Heavy Steel Base
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An impressive large scale sculptural wooden shelf art with good form and a beautiful rich warm dark wood colour tone. These would have been originally carv...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Wood
2000s Italian Moss Green Gold Murano Art Glass Cactus Plant with White Flower
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Italian highly collectible potted glass cactus of limited edition, entirely handcrafted in Murano, with modern Minimalist design blown by Fornace Mian, in a lifelike org...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Gold
Minimalist Lucite Kinetic Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Minimalist Lucite sculpture signed Amidie.
Category
20th Century Minimalist Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Minimalist sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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