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INTERNATIONAL STYLE

The International Style, a modernist movement within architecture and furniture design that was given its name by American architect Philip Johnson and historian Henry-Russell Hitchcock, was born during the 1920s and ’30s. It gained steam initially in Europe and then in the United States as a response to the first World War. Building projects associated with the movement, as well as vintage International Style chairs, tables and other furnishings, are minimal and pared back. 

Pioneers of the International Style — architect Walter Gropius and his Bauhaus colleagues Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, De Stijl advocate and Dutch architect J.J.P. Oud and visionary designer Le Corbusier — stripped away decorative elements and placed considerable value on functionality and clean lines, integrating the use of industrial materials like steel, concrete and large sheets of glass in their work. Quite aptly, this mode of design and architectural style coincided with an era now known as the Machine Age and became a global symbol of modernism. The primary motive of its practitioners was to address the changing needs of a rapidly industrializing society, especially the demand for office complexes and apartments in large cities, through economical, technologically advanced, yet aesthetically pleasing designs for furniture and buildings. 

“Space and light and order. Those are the things that men need just as much as they need bread or a place to sleep,” said Le Corbusier of the philosophy behind his practical modernist architecture

The International Style’s designers and architects were inspired by the advantages afforded them by the era’s new technology and industrial machinery as well as state-of-the-art materials. Le Corbusier was fond of framing his buildings in steel but reinforced concrete made far more economic sense. He is probably most admired for the iconic private homes and commercial buildings that he designed or codesigned with his cousin Pierre Jeanneret, which are spread across the world, from New York City to Paris to Chandigarh, India. Today, Breuer’s Wassily Lounge chair; the elegant LC series created by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand; and Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair, crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich, are emblems of progressive modernist design and all make prominent use of tubular steel. Vintage originals are the prized cornerstone of collections.

“The International Style is probably the first fundamentally original and widely distributed style since the Gothic,” posited Johnson in the book that accompanied “Modern Architecture: International Exhibition,” an architectural show he cocurated with Hitchcock that featured the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Richard Neutra and others. While the term “International Style” had previously been circulating in Europe, when the show opened at the Museum of Modern Art in 1932, it yielded a much broader application of this important style of design. 

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Style: International Style
Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi circa 1950 vase.
Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi circa 1950 vase.

Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi circa 1950 vase.

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi iridescent circa 1950 vase.

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1950s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Vintage Candlesticks in bronze with eggs
Pair of Vintage Candlesticks in bronze with eggs

Pair of Vintage Candlesticks in bronze with eggs

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Wonderful pair of candlesticks in bronze with eggs, Mid-20th Century

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Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Steel Sculpture by Nicolas Vlavianos, 1970
Steel Sculpture by Nicolas Vlavianos, 1970

Steel Sculpture by Nicolas Vlavianos, 1970

By Nicolas Vlavianos

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Steel sculpture signed and dated Vlavianos in perfect conditions.

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1970s Greek Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Gucci Gold Metal Letter Opener in Black Leather Case
Gucci Gold Metal Letter Opener in Black Leather Case

Gucci Gold Metal Letter Opener in Black Leather Case

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci gold cast metal letter opener with signature double G logo at handle. Engraved signature on reverse GUCCI Made In Italy Original black leather case with Gucci stamp on back.

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Late 20th Century Italian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Fratelli Toso vase in 'murrine" glass circa 1970.
Fratelli Toso vase in 'murrine" glass circa 1970.

Fratelli Toso vase in 'murrine" glass circa 1970.

By Aureliano Toso

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Wonderful vase in Murano glass attributed to Fratelli Toso circa 1950.

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1970s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Jay Strongwater Ornate Jeweled and Enameled Metal Scroll Picture Frame
Jay Strongwater Ornate Jeweled and Enameled Metal Scroll Picture Frame

Jay Strongwater Ornate Jeweled and Enameled Metal Scroll Picture Frame

By Jay Strongwater

Located in New York, NY

Jay Strongwater ornate enamelled brass scroll picture frame set with glass gemstones. Beautiful on both sides, the brass back has a botanical cutout pattern, and ornate floral design...

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Late 20th Century American International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

20 th Century
20 th Century

20 th Century

By Looping 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Looping Table Clock with alarm , good condition, 1960.

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20th Century Swiss International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Rochard Limoges Paris Perfume Bottle in Porcelain Box
Rochard Limoges Paris Perfume Bottle in Porcelain Box

Rochard Limoges Paris Perfume Bottle in Porcelain Box

By Rochard Limoges

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Rochard, Limoges Paris, a hand enameled trinket box, a scent chest with a metal caged glass bottle, circa 1970-1980s. The oval metal braced box has a domed lid with a tear-drop...

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Late 20th Century French International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Silver and gold center piece with two Mermen circa 1850.
Silver and gold center piece with two Mermen circa 1850.

Silver and gold center piece with two Mermen circa 1850.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible and large silver and gold center piece attributed to FABERGE with two mermen. Fantastic.

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1850s European Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Silver

Signed and Numbered Original Bronze Mouse Sculpture by Artist Siggy Puchta
Signed and Numbered Original Bronze Mouse Sculpture by Artist Siggy Puchta

Signed and Numbered Original Bronze Mouse Sculpture by Artist Siggy Puchta

By Siggy Puchta

Located in San Diego, CA

Petite solid bronze original sculpture by listed artist Siggy Puchta, sitting on a travertine Base.

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20th Century Canadian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Travertine, Bronze

Airin Canedo brazilian multicolor sculpture circa 1990
Airin Canedo brazilian multicolor sculpture circa 1990

Airin Canedo brazilian multicolor sculpture circa 1990

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible AIRIN CANEDO multimaterials sculpture circa 1990.

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1990s Brazilian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Other

Remo Bernucci 1970 set of 9 totens in plaster and wood polychrome sculpture.
Remo Bernucci 1970 set of 9 totens in plaster and wood polychrome sculpture.

Remo Bernucci 1970 set of 9 totens in plaster and wood polychrome sculpture.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible RENO BERNUCCI group of sculptures in plaster, wood polychrome with 9 pieces.

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1970s Brazilian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Contemporary Minimalist Small Brass and Glass Solitary Vase
Contemporary Minimalist Small Brass and Glass Solitary Vase

Contemporary Minimalist Small Brass and Glass Solitary Vase

By Paulo Goldstein

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Paulo Goldstein's Piccolo vase, Brazilian contemporary design is part of a series of vases that are inspired in the observation of the natural lines of the flowers and leaves held in...

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2010s Brazilian International Style Decorative Objects

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Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel

Set of two Montblanc money clips, crafted from stainless steel. 1950
Set of two Montblanc money clips, crafted from stainless steel. 1950

Set of two Montblanc money clips, crafted from stainless steel. 1950

Located in Vienna, AT

Set of two Montblanc money clips, crafted from polished stainless steel. These elegant accessories showcase Montblanc’s signature attention to quality and refined design, making them...

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1950s French Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Italian Red Lacquered Picture Frame, Vintage Decorative Object
Antique Italian Red Lacquered Picture Frame, Vintage Decorative Object

Antique Italian Red Lacquered Picture Frame, Vintage Decorative Object

Located in Brescia, IT

This elegant frame is a contemporary product but was created following the ancient Venetian lacquering technique, consisting of many color passages and layers of very light gauze. Th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Guido Cacciapuoti italian porcelain "Putan" circa 1950
Guido Cacciapuoti italian porcelain "Putan" circa 1950

Guido Cacciapuoti italian porcelain "Putan" circa 1950

By Guido Cacciapuoti

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible Guido Cacciapuoti porcelain representing "Putan" circa 1950 signed and sealed.

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1950s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Three Pairs of Brass Candlesticks, 19th Century
Three Pairs of Brass Candlesticks, 19th Century

Three Pairs of Brass Candlesticks, 19th Century

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Three pairs of brass candlesticks 19th century From left: A pair of Swedish candlesticks marked N.P.L. for Nils Petter Linderberg, 4 5/8 in.(11.6 cm.) high * A pair of Victoria...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Frederick Edward Joseph Goff Painting View of Westminster, Watercolor
Frederick Edward Joseph Goff Painting View of Westminster, Watercolor

Frederick Edward Joseph Goff Painting View of Westminster, Watercolor

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming watercolor on board by Frederick Edward Joseph Goff, depicting a delicate view of Westminster in London. Signed by the artist, this early 20th-century piece measures 11 × ...

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Late 20th Century Austrian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint

Herend Porcelain Hand Painted Floral Trinket Vide-Poche
Herend Porcelain Hand Painted Floral Trinket Vide-Poche

Herend Porcelain Hand Painted Floral Trinket Vide-Poche

By Herend

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A hand painted trinket dish or vide-poche from Herend Porcelain, circa early 1980s. Founded in 1826, The Herend Porcelain Manufactory is a Hungarian manufacturing company, specializ...

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1980s Hungarian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Montblanc Chrome Cufflinks with Glass Insets – Elegant Vintage Luxury Accessory
Montblanc Chrome Cufflinks with Glass Insets – Elegant Vintage Luxury Accessory

Montblanc Chrome Cufflinks with Glass Insets – Elegant Vintage Luxury Accessory

Located in Vienna, AT

Montblanc chrome-plated cufflinks with glass insets, exemplifying the brand’s signature blend of precision, elegance, and innovative design. These vintage accessories are a refined s...

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1950s French Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Chrome

French Cast Iron Figural Flatback Rust Patina Garden Panel
French Cast Iron Figural Flatback Rust Patina Garden Panel

French Cast Iron Figural Flatback Rust Patina Garden Panel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A cast iron flatback panel originally from a balcony rail in France. Dating to the mid-late 19th century, these decorative objects were used as building or garden elements. Heavy, weighing about 25 pounds, and aged with a beautiful patina, the panel shows a robed figure within an ornate scrolled frame. Imagine it as a piece of outdoor sculpture, used as a fireback, turned into a table base, or framed in a garden gate. Measures: 26.5 inches H x 15.5 inches W x 1.25 inches deep. In very good antique condition with the desired rusted patina.

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1850s French Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Berois sculpture in noble wood representing a Bull circa 1960.
Berois sculpture in noble wood representing a Bull circa 1960.

Berois sculpture in noble wood representing a Bull circa 1960.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Fantastic sculpture in noble wood by BEROIS circa 1960.

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1960s Uruguayan Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

1970s British Bronze AC.GMT.Co. Industrial Wall Clock Chrome Bezel Black Dial
1970s British Bronze AC.GMT.Co. Industrial Wall Clock Chrome Bezel Black Dial

1970s British Bronze AC.GMT.Co. Industrial Wall Clock Chrome Bezel Black Dial

By Industrial Design

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Rescued from Industrial scrap yards and brought back to life in our UK workshop, our expert process allows us to create a high quality clock of luxury standards. At A.C GMT Co. we apply new paint finishes or lustrous copper and bronze to the clock case. Our high speed polishing machine restores the chrome bezel, which then frames one of our high definition screen printed dials. These clocks were originally slave or secondary clocks used on cargo ships and super tankers, they would have been controlled by a master clock...

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1970s English Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Steel, Chrome

Russian papier mâché box from Tsarina Alexandra, early 1900
Russian papier mâché box from Tsarina Alexandra, early 1900

Russian papier mâché box from Tsarina Alexandra, early 1900

Located in Bilzen, BE

A black paper mache box with the portrait of Tsarina Alexandra, wife of Tsar Nicholas II , the last tsar of Russia this box is from the early 1900 10.5 x 6.2 cm, heigth 3 cm

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Early 20th Century International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

Brass Paperweight with Elephant Motif by Walter Bosse
Brass Paperweight with Elephant Motif by Walter Bosse

Brass Paperweight with Elephant Motif by Walter Bosse

Located in Vienna, AT

A solid brass paperweight designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Herta Baller, featuring a stylized elephant motif. Well-crafted with a warm, even patina and characteristic mid-centur...

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1950s German Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

20th Century, Art Deco elephant bookends
20th Century, Art Deco elephant bookends

20th Century, Art Deco elephant bookends

By Ferdinand Preiss

Located in Vienna, AT

Pair of Art Deco Bookends in the shape of 2 sitting Elephants, solid bronze, Vienna 1920, good condition

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1920s Austrian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French School Still Life of Field Flowers
19th Century French School Still Life of Field Flowers

19th Century French School Still Life of Field Flowers

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A brightly colored 19th century French school still life of field flowers Signed J. Levy, lower Left. The painting measures: 25 5/8" inches ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint

Salimbeni Purse Cigarette Case Two-Color Enamel Stripes Blue and White
Salimbeni Purse Cigarette Case Two-Color Enamel Stripes Blue and White

Salimbeni Purse Cigarette Case Two-Color Enamel Stripes Blue and White

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Purse cigarette case, oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with two-color enameled stripes. Early 20th century English style. Measures 9 x 4.3 x 2.6 cm. Weight 96 g. ...

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1970s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tina Aufiero vase bicolor in Murano glass circa 1970.
Tina Aufiero vase bicolor in Murano glass circa 1970.

Tina Aufiero vase bicolor in Murano glass circa 1970.

By Tina Aufiero

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Wonderful vase in Murano glass attributed to Tina Aufiero in perfect conditions circa 1970.

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1970s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Gouache by James Coignard
Gouache by James Coignard

Gouache by James Coignard

Located in Long Island City, NY

James Coignard ( France 1925-2008), gouache & collage on paper, signed, framed. Sheet size 48 x 61 cm.

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1960s French Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Old italian bronze by Bacus supported for Ninfa and Faun circa 1885.
Old italian bronze by Bacus supported for Ninfa and Faun circa 1885.

Old italian bronze by Bacus supported for Ninfa and Faun circa 1885.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Old italian bronze representing scenes of Bacus supported for Ninfa and Faun circa 1885.

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1880s Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large Enameled Ceramic Vase by Scheurich, Germany, 1970
Large Enameled Ceramic Vase by Scheurich, Germany, 1970

Large Enameled Ceramic Vase by Scheurich, Germany, 1970

By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery

Located in London, England

This very large ceramic Sheurich vase is a striking piece that attracts all eyes. With its 42 cm height, it has a black background adorned with ethnic motifs of a bright blood red, a...

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1970s German Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Black Chain, by Rain, Wall Piece, Stainless Steel, Black
Black Chain, by Rain, Wall Piece, Stainless Steel, Black

Black Chain, by Rain, Wall Piece, Stainless Steel, Black

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Chains series represents a particular look into a rough object, which is often strictly associated to its functional purpose. The piece propose a reflection on mass production...

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2010s Brazilian International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel

Venini zanfirico and filigrana bowl with venturina circa 1950
Venini zanfirico and filigrana bowl with venturina circa 1950

Venini zanfirico and filigrana bowl with venturina circa 1950

By Venini

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible bowl in Murano glass with venturina, zanfirico e filigrana circa 1950

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1950s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Bertoncello , Vases . Tobacco Glaze
Bertoncello , Vases . Tobacco Glaze

Bertoncello , Vases . Tobacco Glaze

By Bertoncello

Located in Glasgow, GB

This is a beautiful pair of eramic vases by Bertoncello of Italy. Tobacco glaze which was very popular in Europe in the early 1960's 2 pieces One piece 30 cm in height by 17cm wid...

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1960s Italian Vintage International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"
Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"

Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"

By Antonio Canova

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible and big italian brown bronze after Antonio Canova circa 1850 representing "Gladiator"

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1850s Italian Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Narciso italian pompeian bronze circa 1900.
Narciso italian pompeian bronze circa 1900.

Narciso italian pompeian bronze circa 1900.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible old bronze reproduction by Narciso found in Pompei 1862.

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1860s Italian Antique International Style Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

International Style decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique International Style decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, murano glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used International Style decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Brazil pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Archimede Seguso, Paulo Goldstein, Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), and Barovier&Toso. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $108 and tops out at $70,000 while the average work can sell for $2,350.