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Minimalist Decorative Objects

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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Style: Minimalist
Italian Leather Desk Tray Organizer
Located in New York, NY
An Italian all leather desk tray organizer, Minimalist design, circa late-20th century, Italy. A well-made piece: metal wrapped leather; black leather interior and orange leather ext...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Practical and Aesthetically Pleasing Peter Nelson Table or Desk Lamp, 1960s
Located in Lisse, NL
Adjustable and rotational table lamp, an "icon" from the Midcentury era. This innovative desk lamp by Nelson blends functionality with beauty. Peter Nelson, a renowned British desi...
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Mid-20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Wire

Vintage Boho Biomorphic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This captivating vintage vase showcases a truly unique biomorphic design, reflecting a harmonious blend of nature-inspired forms and artistic craftsmanship. Its distinctive wavy, und...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century ‘Morandi Vase - Blue’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
We are thrilled to to share with you the first addition to INI CERAMIQUE’s 2024 collection. Inspired by the works of the painting artist Giorgio Morandi...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek Pitcher N°2’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Pitcher N°2’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

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...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Burmese Black Lacquer Hsun-ok Offering Box
Located in Chicago, IL
This sculptural, footed box is a type of traditional Burmese offering vessel known as a hsun-ok. Used primarily in Buddhist monasteries to present food offerings during prayer, the h...
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20th Century Burmese Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Wood

21st Century ‘Artemis - Black’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Artemis - Black’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations of a face that h...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Brutalist Carved Wood vide poche– In the Style of Alexandre Noll France 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Brutalist Carved Wood Catchall Tray – In the Style of Alexandre Noll – France, 1950s Description: This is a wooden catchall tray, handcrafted in France ...
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1950s French Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Wood

Christmas Tree Set with Bronze Head, Large, Black
Located in Orlando, FL
-Cedar, Fir, and Juniper were handcrafted and named after the respective trees regardless of form in order to create the perfect atmosphere for your Christmas concept. - Cedar wood i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Handbuilt Organic Modern Ceramic Moon Vase with Lava Glaze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handbuilt organic modern moon vase made from a groggy clay body covered layers of glossy and matte white glaze, and a heavily textured lava glaze. Each vase is made by hand in our Br...
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2010s American Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage German Minimalist Porcelain Vase from Thomas, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Minimalist Porcelain Vase from Thomas, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ce...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

ZARUCOLANDER basket, walnut wood, design Rio Kobayashi
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Zarucolander is a collapsible colander and basket, designed by designer Rio Kobayashi. The strainer slats, crafted from walnut, were steam bent and then secured with red and black colored ball...
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2010s British Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Bentwood

Chinese Lobed Pantry Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Charged with the humble task of storing dry goods, this small earthenware jar was hand-shaped in the early 20th century with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

OTTOMANS Travertine Tray 10'' , Beige Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room Decor Tray
Located in St Petersburg, US
OTTOMANS Travertine Tray, measuring 10" x 10" x 1.5" (25 x 25 x 3.5 cm), bringing the elegance and durability of natural stone into your home. Made from high-quality travertine, it f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Travertine, Marble

Vintage Italian Ceramic Decorative Bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s) - Large
Located in London, GB
Italian ceramic decorative bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1990s). This sculptural work consists of a rectangular body with soft, curvy shoulders leading to a graceful, elongated neck...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

21st Century ‘Greek [L]’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating triptych blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek [L]’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize traditi...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Zanini de Zanine Escora Gold Candleholder
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully sculptural candleholder by Zanini de Zanine. Regarded as one of the most renowned forces in art and design, Zanini de Zanine creates pieces that bring a strong presence i...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Vintage German Space Age Planter, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist Space Age plant box made of plastic. The interrupted, lower edge of the box acts like an integrated base that puts the box off the ground over a shadow joint. Additional...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic

21st Century 'Still Life' Vase in White Ceramic, Handcrafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
'Still Life’ handmade white ceramic vase This vase is part of a new series inspired by iconic Art (and more precisely paintings) movements. H...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Italian Murano Art Glass Bowl Minimalist, Signed
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian Murano art glass bowl from Italy. Bowl's design is in the Minimalist style. Murano glass colors include clear, gold-yellow, black, 'smoked' taupe, and ribbons of ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

1990s Modern Ivory Lacquered Wood Italian Picture Frame by Bussolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This chic and minimalist picture frame from the 1990s exemplifies the clean lines of modern Italian design. Crafted by the esteemed Bussolari company, known for their high-quality wo...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Royal Haeger Large Mauve Pink Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Royal Haeger mauve pink vase has graceful, traditional shape and monochromatic semi-glossy glaze. This large size, minimalistic vase will look great on its own or paired with other ...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Artisanal Solid White Marble Minimalist Talayot Bowl, Large, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
These bowls are made from hand cut Blanco Bego white marble from Morelos, Mexico. The Talayot bowl design features a conical base, meaning the bowls alway...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Objects

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.
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1960s Beninese Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Glass Vase TOSCA BIG, Kanz Architetti
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
The vases in the Tosca collection embody elegance and craftsmanship with their unique design. Handmade from borosilicate glass, their simple appearance is enhanced by a fluttering ne...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Vintage Italian Travertine Zoomorphic Card Holder Sculpture by Mannelli Bros
Located in London, GB
Vintage Italian travertine zoomorphic sculpture and card or letter holder by Mannelli Bros (circa 1970s). Designed by Italian brothers, Fratelli Mannelli, this charming piece has loa...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

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Travertine

Pair of Italian Vintage Modernist Brass Sciolari Wall Lights Sconces
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of beautiful sculptural minimalist brass sconces. Italy, 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Round walnut inlaid ebony box with leather-lined interior
Located in Novedrate, IT
Round jewelry box made of solid turned walnut and decorated with small ebony inserts. The inlay forms an ascending geometric pattern. The lid opens by splitting into two parts by rot...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ebony, Walnut

Vintage German Space Age Planter from Bauform-Wohnform, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist Space Age plant box made of plastic. The interrupted, lower edge of the box acts like an integrated base that puts the box off the ground over a shadow joint. This piece ...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic

21st Century ‘Artemis - Blue’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Artemis - Blue’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations of a face that ha...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Vintage Verner Panton Tonight Candleholders for Georg Jensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare set of 3 tea or block light candleholders in polished aluminum. Designed by Verner Panton in 1987 and manufactured by Georg Jensen in Denmark during...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

1990s Postmodern Ceramic Multi Face Art Vase Signed-A Pair
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of TMS Inc Multi face vases VITRUVIAN COLLECTION Each artistic design expresses the harmonization of the relationship between parts of the body w...
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1990s American Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

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.     
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1980s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze
Located in Chicago, IL
Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form. Designed Monique Gerber. Can be used as a sculptural object or paper weight as well. Re...
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1970s French Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Constantin Set of Candleholders in wood and Brass Minimalist Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Constantin is a simple but charming candleholder with a geometric shape. This set is composed of 3 elements in wood. Constantin I in natural oak with circles; Constantin II in oak stained black with a cross shape; Constantin III in natural walnut with rhombus. The cylinder in natural brass on the top is the place where to put a 18 mm candle. The same set can also be made in marble with 3 different variety Carrara, Black Marquina, Carnic Rose. 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...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Rare Henk Stallinga Woven 'Lumalasch' Light Sculpture the Netherlands, 1999
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This unique woven Lumalasch lighting sculpture is by Dutch artist and designer Henk Stallinga and is from an unique edition of four pieces ever produced. This series was made in 1...
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1990s Dutch Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

21st Century ‘Krater N°3’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Krater N°3’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradit...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

Minimalist Desk Lamp Robert Sonneman, '80s
Located in New York, NY
A designer black desk, task, or nightstand table lamp/light, Minimalist design period, 1988. Lamp is by designer Robert Sonneman for Robert Kovacs maker. With designer and makers' ma...
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

21st Century 'Rounds Pattern' Vase in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
‘Rounds Pattern’ Handmade White Ceramic Vase This vase is part of a new series inspired by iconic Art (and more precisely paintings) movement...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Bowl
Located in Nijlen, BE
Beautiful simplistic bowl, carved in Belgian bluestone. Weathered signs of age, in very good condition. Originally from the Ardennes and served as a functional bowl. What is unique ...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

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.
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1940s French Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Walnut

21st Century ‘Greek [M]’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating triptych blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek [M]’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize traditi...
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2010s European Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Stoneware

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 ...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Pair of Petite Brass Candlesticks by Martha Sturdy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass minimalist candlesticks by Canadian designer Martha Sturdy. The pair features a square tube stem on a square base. Labeled Martha Sturdy. Dimensions Each candle...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Italian Ceramic Bottle by Bruno Gambone 'circa 1970s', Small
Located in London, GB
Diminutive midcentury Italian ceramic bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). Elegantly cylindrical with a two-toned glaze, one glossy black, the...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Genke Vase CS1 - Sculptural customizable design by Noom in Brass and Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Genke Vase — part of the Suprematic Collection by NOOM, designed by Kateryna Sokolova, embodies the brand’s signature fusion of contemporary, bold, sculptural design with functional ...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Sculptural Spherical Geometric Brass Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in Round Top, TX
These gorgeous spherical brass candle holders exude timeless elegance and understated sophistication. With their minimalist form and serene design, they embody a sense of quiet refin...
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Late 20th Century Indian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Decorative Ceramic Bowl, Carlo Zauli, Italy c. 1960
Located in St Ouen, FR
Large ceramic bowl in polychrome glazes, characteristic of the creations of Zauli during the mid-60s, with a strong far eastern inspiration. Carlo Zauli (b.1926-d.2002) is one of th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Italian Vintage Modernist Brass and Glass Sciolari Wall Lights Sconces
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of beautiful sculptural minimalist glass and brass sconces. Italy, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Full Moon Jar in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Full moon jar Cream lacquer (60 coats) Copper base Hand repousse Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a laborious and time-consuming process. After it...
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2010s Unknown Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

ORGANIC basket, pine wood, Handmade in France
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Very raw and almost rustic thanks to the growth rings of the umbrella pine, this basket is no less modern in its shape. Carved with a gouge. You can use it as a vide poche, as a basket on your desk or on your dining table to display seasonal fruit...
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2010s French Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Pine

Large Glass Factice Truth by Calvin Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly large and iconic glass factice by Calvin Klein. This factice follows the iconic fragrance bottle legacy that is his fragrance Truth. The large scale of this piece is softe...
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1990s French Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

TORRE – Minimalist Vase in Blue Ceramic
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Created out of a playful approach to materiality and form, this item is a ceramic vase as well as a sculptural piece. The designer Julien Renault chose to mainly follow his intuition...
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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Silver Trinket Box with Full Moon & Grass, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This Meiji-period trinket box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. Fashioned of silver with a hardwood interior, the small box has a clean-lined rectangular form with rounded corners and a thin lip where the lid meets the base. The lid is etched with tall grasses swaying before a full moon, a motif that represents the Japanese moon...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

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...
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2010s American Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete, Bronze

Constantin Ib and IIIb Candleholders in Black and White Marble and Brass
Located in Milan, Lombardy
This is a unique set. A prototipe that will not be produced again. Constantin is a simple but charming candleholder with a geometric shape with circles and rhombus. The body is in M...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Shiro Kuramata Spiral Ashtray2 Minimalist Japanese Design
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shiro Kuramata's ashtray1. Made of black aluminum. Rather optical art object than usual astray.    
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1980s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Minimalist decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Inhee Ma, Lorenz+Kaz, Robert Kuo, and UMÉ Studio. 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 $26 and tops out at $49,742 while the average work can sell for $781.

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