Gray bud vase by Wyman rice
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful gray ceramic vase. Have a great form and a feminine elagance. Signed by artist Wyman rice on underside.
1980s American Vintage Minimalist Decorative Objects
Ceramic
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.
Gray bud vase by Wyman rice
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful gray ceramic vase. Have a great form and a feminine elagance. Signed by artist Wyman rice on underside.
Ceramic
Chinese Oblong Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-carved from...
Granite
Atelier George Saturne Single-Flower Blown Glass Vase
Located in Paris, FR
"Soliflore Saturne" a flower vase by Atelier George: Astral figure flower vase consists of two blown glass elements; the base is made out of black iridescent glass and the central sp...
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Vintage Snakeskin Wrapped Geometric Vases - Set of 3
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this captivating set of three vintage Modernist vases, each boasting a distinct geometric silhouette and a sophisticated snakeskin-embossed texture. The ve...
Brass, Copper
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.
Shell, Walnut
Brass Candlestick – Hand-Turned Sculptural Candle Holder (H 83)
By VandaVee
Located in London, GB
Asha II is a sculptural trio of candlesticks handcrafted in brushed brass, created to bring quiet ritual into contemporary interiors. Each piece rises in a distinct silhouette, drawi...
Brass
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,...
Lucite
Minimalist Desk Lamp Robert Sonneman, '80s
By George Kovacs, Robert Sonneman
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...
Metal
Tall Persimmon Celestial Ball Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of monochrome ceramics, this tall gooseneck vase is glazed in vibrant persimmon-orange glaze. The vase features a rounded, globular body and a nar...
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This abstract wood sculpture by James Coutant, dated 2002, is a striking example of organic minimalism. Carved from a single piece of warm-toned wood, its smooth, undulating form res...
Metal
Vintage MCM Enamel Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-Century Modern enamel bowl is a definitive example of 1960s minimalist design. Featuring a sophisticated interplay of textures and tones, the vessel boasts a sleek ...
Enamel, Metal
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...
Wood
Sophie LaFont Large White Marble Vase with Minimalist Design
Located in Astoria, NY
Sophie LaFont (French, b. 1964), Large White Marble Vase, stamped "Sophie / LaFont" to the base. Provenance: Property from an Upper East Side Townhouse. 17" H x 16.5"
Marble
'Aya' Minimalist and Modern Tray in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Aya is a simple and multi-functional piece that serves as a tray, a table centre-piece or a fruit bowl. The brass handle facilitates its transport and can be separated allowing the rest to be used solely as a tray. Minimalist and mid-century modern in its style Aya's clean lines and curves combined with the brass details give it a unique and eye-catching aesthetic. Handmade using Brazilian hardwood Cumaru along with brass details. Knót Artesanal...
Brass
Lavender Creme and Jasmine Ylang Ylang, Handmade Soap Set 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. Use: Brush wet hands or cloth over the soap's surfaces to create, lather, release the aromatic essential oils and reveal the changing slopes. As the soaps use and form are unique, the Bouton plate was designed hand in hand to serve as the Erode Summit's designated dish. Certified organic Measure: 5" round x 2" tall 320g e11.6oz Bouton 5" round. Lavender Creme Notes: Creamy, rich and uplifting Brazilian clay / goatmilk / indigo leaf Jasmine Ylang Ylang...
Soapstone
Vintage Marquetry Wooden Tan Star Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage decorative box is a masterwork of artisanal parquetry, showcasing a meticulously hand-assembled marquetry lid with a striking dual star motif. The architectura...
Wood
Vintage Italian Signed Art Glass Vases - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This curated set of six vintage Italian art glass vases exemplifies the minimalist elegance and architectural grace of mid-century design. Each vessel features an exceptionally slend...
Art Glass
SPOT – Minimalist Moulded Sustainable Leather Bowl
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Some pieces are created to belong, to merge seamlessly with their environment through proportion, material, and intention. The SPOT bowl transforms daily routines into a quiet gestur...
Leather
Lars Hakansson Sterling Box, circa 1991 Lund Sweden
By Lars Hakansson
Located in Litchfield, CT
Sterling, Lars Hakansson, Sweden, circa 1991. Known for his modernist pieces Swedish silversmith Lars Hakansson brings and elegance to postmodern design. This box is a wonderful occa...
Sterling Silver
$1,115Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Big Murano Vase jar in White Glass, Decorative Piece
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful decorative massive vase made with a technique of sommersion merging two layers of different color glass into a thicker layer and giving a sense of transparency to the solid...
Glass
Vintage Slab Built Bronzed Studio Pottery Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite slab-built studio pottery bowl is a masterclass in organic modernism, showcasing a harmonious blend of raw texture and refined glamour. Hand-crafted with an intentiona...
Bronze
19th Century Hand-Carved Bluestone Bowl, Belgian Minimalist Design
Located in Nijlen, BE
Hand-carved bluestone bowl from Belgium's Ardennes region. Beautiful piece with an aura of pure simplicity. The bowl's profile makes it truly unique. Silky-soft to the touch, shape...
Stone
Hand-Sculpted Wooden Dish by Odile Noll, c. 1950
By Odile Noll
Located in New York City, NY
Hand-Sculpted Wooden Dish by Odile Noll, France, c. 1950 Handmade by the French artist Odile Noll. This hand-carved dish is a lovely addition to any room,...
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Scalloped Glass Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning Swedish Mid-Century Modern art glass bowl is a luminous example of master Scandinavian craftsmanship. Rendered in a captivating deep cobalt blue, the vessel is defined ...
Glass
Luigi Vaghi mod.203 Coat Racks - 7 removable coat hooks
By Vaghi
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Luigi Vaghi mod.203 Coat Racks - 7 removable coat hooks Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage - Decoration - Home Decor Measures : 37x37cm H:180cm Materials : Wood - Plastic...
Metal
PEDRA – Minimalist Handcrafted Vase in Marble, Medium
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Born of the natural characteristics of Estremoz marble, the AMA vases are an elegant and simple display for fresh flowers, dried botanicals, or faux blooms, among many other uses. Ma...
Marble
$329Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Porcelain & Marble Horn Sculpture by Jonathan Adler
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Jonathan Adler White Porcelain & Marble Horn Sculpture — Handmade Modern Decorative Object A striking handmade porcelain and marble horn sculpture by celebrated American designer Jo...
Marble
PEDRA – Minimalist Handcrafted Vase in Marble, Small
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Born of the natural characteristics of Estremoz marble, the AMA vases are an elegant and simple display for fresh flowers, dried botanicals, or faux blooms, among many other uses. Ma...
Marble
Vintage Abstract Geometric Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage terracotta bowl is a striking example of artisan-crafted folk pottery, likely inspired by Southwestern or Native American geometric motifs. The exterior features a sophi...
Ceramic, Terracotta
Vintage Original Raku Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking Raku-fired studio pottery vase is a masterclass in elemental contrast and organic texture. Hand-thrown with a sophisticated, tapered globular form, the vessel features ...
Pottery
Set of 4 Flow Chairs — Ultrablack Italian Design by Enrico Girotti
Located in Verona, IT
The Flow Chair is a masterful revelation of Enrico Girotti’s design philosophy, where the rigour of continuous lines plays harmoniously with circular forms. The structure is defined ...
Steel
Vintage Polish Blown Glass Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning Mid-Century Modern vase is a luminous example of vintage Polish art glass craftsmanship. Hand-blown from vibrant emerald green glass, the piece features a clean, archit...
Blown Glass
Crystal Vide poche, signed Daum, France, very heavy, 1970
By Daum
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Daum crystal vide poche, made in France in the 1970s. This elegant decorative bowl in solid crystal perfectly illustrates the refined craftsmanship of the renowned Daum company. Made of thick, particularly heavy, clear crystal, it features a fluid, organic shape with modernist lines typical of French designs from the 1970s. Its textured finish and sculptural curves beautifully capture the light, creating subtle and sophisticated reflections. Both minimalist and luxurious, this trinket dish can be used as a centerpiece, decorative bowl, or collector's item. A timeless and elegant piece, emblematic of 20th-century French crystal design. Style : Daum France Modernist Design Minimalist Luxury Vintage French Crystal Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Key Features : Solid Clear Crystal Signed Daum Very Heavy Made in France 1970s Organic and Fluid Shape Sculptural Crystal Work Can Be Used as a Trinket Dish or Centerpiece Excellent Craftsmanship Good Vintage Condition Keywords : daum crystal bowl...
Crystal
DUO – Minimalist Sculptural Vase in Serpa Marble and Glass, Large
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
With an unusual silhouette, this vase highlights the vertical and tricks the human eye. The bi-materiality is aesthetically appealing, but also has functional reasons: mouth-blown gl...
Marble
Decorative Ceramic Bowl, Carlo Zauli, Italy c. 1960
By Carlo Zauli
Located in St Ouen, FR
Large ceramic bowl in polychrome glazes with metallic luster characteristic of the creations of Zauli during the mid-60s, with a strong far eastern inspiration. Carlo Zauli (b.1926-...
Ceramic
Light Wood Cigarette Box, France, 1930s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Light wood cigarette box, France, 1930s. Charming light wood cigarette box with a superb natural grain in warm honey and brown hues. Its rectangular shape with clean lines is enhanc...
Wood
Minimalist Hand Wrought Steel Table Pedestal Sculpture Gold Leaf One Of A Kind
Located in East Hampton, NY
Peel MeSteel sculpture with 23-carat gold leaf.
Steel, Gold Leaf
Handcrafted Glass Minimal Vase, Naxos, Kanz
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Minimal, transparent, unobtrusive but present. A frame for floral compositions. Characterized by a rigid design but at the same time connoted by a strong expressiveness due to its as...
Glass
Salle de Bain - S - Handmade Cast Concrete Tray in White by UMÉ Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
Cast in one pour, this piece is derived from classic bathroom tile to organize and curate your personal belongings. Perfect for your everyday bathroom or desk items. A play on a classic architectural sample: the bathroom tile. Everyday it exists in the corner of our eye, an invisible actor of our daily routine. Out of context it becomes an object full of the rituals it witnessed. On the "wrong" surface it attracts the eye - desires a touch. Used the "wrong" way it is this newly found friend - that was always there. The Salle de Bain series plays on an oft-overlooked architectural detail: the bathroom tile. By displacing the familiar shape from a quotidian surface to its own distinct form, the cast-in- concrete tray...
Concrete
$960Sale Price / item|20% Off
Orange Medium Porcelain Vessel by Rachel Foxwell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rachel Foxwell is a contemporary artist and sculptor known for her deeply tactile and emotionally resonant work. Her practice centers around organic materials—clay, textiles, wood—wh...
Porcelain
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...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Monumental Textured Ceramic Lidded Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This rustic, lidded vessel features a beautifully organic silhouette and a raw, tactile surface that evokes the feel of hand-mixed clay or stoneware. With its wide, rounded body and ...
Ceramic
Small Orange/Blue Porcelain Vessel by Rachel Foxwell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rachel Foxwell is a contemporary artist and sculptor known for her deeply tactile and emotionally resonant work. Her practice centers around organic materials—clay, textiles, wood—wh...
Porcelain
Handmade "chess-inspired" matt black ceramic vase, Italy, "Rook" by Sara Khamisi
By Sara Khamisi
Located in Milano, IT
The “Rook Vase" from the "Kish o Mat" collection, designed by the artist Sara Khamisi is inspired by chess characters. Each ceramic in this collection tells a unique story. The "Rook...
Ceramic
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Italian Murano Glass Paperweight, Hand-Blown, Circa 1950s
Located in Round Top, TX
A breathtaking Murano glass ball paperweight, exquisitely hand-blown and adorned with mesmerizing bubbles, seemingly suspended in time. This remarkable piece, attributed to Murano’s ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This highly sculptural studio pottery bowl is a fascinating specimen of tactile and organic ceramic art. The exterior features a rugged, oatmeal-colored volcanic glaze that provides ...
Pottery, Stoneware
Vintage Japanese Minimalist Studio Pottery Vase from Tokoname, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Japanese Minimalist Studio Pottery Vase from Tokoname, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mate...
Ceramic
Sculptural Turned Wooden Vase by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
By Bert Marsh
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Bert Marsh (1932–2011) was one of the most accomplished figures in British studio woodturning and part of the generation that helped establish turned wood as a serious studio craft i...
Hardwood
Danish Minimalist Model Norm Tumbler Alarm Clock by Norm Architects for Menu
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist alarm clock. To turn off the alarm, simply turn it upside down. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Metal, Plastic Color: Gray Style: M...
Metal
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...
Iron
Vintage Boho Original Art Glass Bottle With Stopper
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the delicate beauty of this vintage studio art glass perfume bottle, a testament to skilled lampwork craftsmanship. The vessel features a spherical body encircled by a dynamic, applied glass spiral that creates a sense of sculptural movement and modern texture. Crowned with an elegant, elongated teardrop stopper—which tapers to a dauber-style point inside—this piece captures the light with pristine clarity. Its whimsical yet sophisticated silhouette makes it a perfect addition to a Postmodern vanity...
Art Glass
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."
Bronze
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of artisanal elegance to your home with this vintage Boho Chic glazed ceramic vase. Crafted with a distinct artistic flair, this vase features a rich, dark glaze co...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the understated elegance of this Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Bud Vase, a charming testament to artisan craftsmanship. Its organic, spherical form and textured white glaze exu...
Ceramic
Vintage Onyx Bowl, France, 1950s, Minimalist Design, Natural Veining
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Onyx bowl, France, 1950s, an elegant decorative piece carved from a natural stone with warm, translucent hues. This bowl features a simple, clean shape that highlights the superb nat...
Onyx
Sydney Cash Design in Year 2000 for Moma New York Glass Vase Optical Art
Located in Biella, IT
Sydney cash design in year 2000 for Moma New York glass vase optical art. Measure height 10 inches x diameter 3", is in black and transparent colours. Perfect condition.
Art Glass
Set of 2 Vintage German White Porcelain Op Art Vases from Hutschenreuther, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Set of 2 Vintage German White Porcelain Op Art Vases from Hutschenreuther, 1970s
Porcelain
"Biot" Vide-Poche in Blown Glass, France
By Biot
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
An elegant, Biot-style blown glass catchall, crafted from olive-green tinted glass and characterized by numerous air bubbles trapped within the material. Its freely flared silhouette...
Blown Glass
Vintage Hand-Carved Suar Wood Weeping Buddha Sculptures - Set of 3
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Hand-Carved Suar Wood Weeping Buddha Sculptures - Set of 3, circa 1970. An evocative and beautifully tactile trio of vintage hand-carved Weeping Buddha sculptures, also known...
Hardwood
Large Mid-Century Scheurich Ceramic Vase in Burnt Orange and Green, West Germany
Located in Tarry Town, NY
A large and impressive mid-20th century Scheurich glazed ceramic vase, made in West Germany and designed in the distinctive Mid-Century Modern style for which West German pottery bec...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint