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Post-Modern Decorative Objects

POSTMODERN STYLE

Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
  • A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
  • Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
  • Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
  • Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980) 
  • Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
  • Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
  • Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood 
  • Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
  • Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.

Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendinia onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.

Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group,  which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.

Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals. 

After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.

On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.

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Style: Post-Modern
Postmodern Black and Terracotta Ceramic Bowl, 1980s 1990s
Postmodern Black and Terracotta Ceramic Bowl, 1980s 1990s

Postmodern Black and Terracotta Ceramic Bowl, 1980s 1990s

By Mikasa

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful black ceramic and terracotta bowl, Postmodern design period, circa late-20th century, 1980s, 1990s. Made in Portugal. Bowl has a black glazed ceramic exterior/interior an...

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Modder Protecting Her Peace Instead Ceramic Sculpture by Françoise Jeffrey
Modder Protecting Her Peace Instead Ceramic Sculpture by Françoise Jeffrey

Modder Protecting Her Peace Instead Ceramic Sculpture by Françoise Jeffrey

Located in Geneve, CH

Modder Protecting Her Peace Instead Ceramic Sculpture by Françoise Jeffrey Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 12 cm Materials: stoneware piece, clay colour, coil-built, unglazed, 2025 Weight: 1 kg...

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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware, Clay

Bowl Shape Black Stained Oak Vase by Applicata
Bowl Shape Black Stained Oak Vase by Applicata

Bowl Shape Black Stained Oak Vase by Applicata

Located in Geneve, CH

Bowl Shape Black Stained Oak Vase by Applicata Dimensions: D 13 x W 13 x H 14 cm Materials: Black Stained oak. Available in Ball, Cone, and Bowl shape. Available in oak, smoked oak,...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Shell II Table Centerpiece by Sophie Parachey
Shell II Table Centerpiece by Sophie Parachey

Shell II Table Centerpiece by Sophie Parachey

Located in Geneve, CH

Shell II table centerpiece by Sophie Parachey Dimensions: W 33 x D 43 x H 4.5 cm Materials: Sand stoneware, shiny camel glaze, Inspired by exten...

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2010s French Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Flower Art Glass Paperweight
Vintage Flower Art Glass Paperweight

Vintage Flower Art Glass Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Flower Art Glass Egg Paperweight in the Style Murano of Italy, circa 1980s. This heavy vintage art glass egg paperweight, crafted in the style of Murano, showcases a vibrant ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Flat Oval Shape, Plain Ruby Red Ceramic Hand-sculpted Vase by Willem Van Hooff
Flat Oval Shape, Plain Ruby Red Ceramic Hand-sculpted Vase by Willem Van Hooff

Flat Oval Shape, Plain Ruby Red Ceramic Hand-sculpted Vase by Willem Van Hooff

Located in Geneve, CH

Furi Vase by Willem Van Hooff Core Vessel Series Dimensions: W 23 x D 10 x H 41 cm (Dimensions may vary as pieces are hand-made and might present slight variations in sizes) Material...

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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Postmodern Italian Pottery Planter with Flower Stand, 1980s
Postmodern Italian Pottery Planter with Flower Stand, 1980s

Postmodern Italian Pottery Planter with Flower Stand, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Italian Pottery Planter with Flower Stand, 1980s

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 1980s Hadeland Glassverk Norway Black Art Glass Controlled Bubble Bowl
Vintage 1980s Hadeland Glassverk Norway Black Art Glass Controlled Bubble Bowl

Vintage 1980s Hadeland Glassverk Norway Black Art Glass Controlled Bubble Bowl

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

This is a Beautiful Art Glass Bowl from Norway by Hadeland Glassverk. It weighs just over 5 pounds and has no chips, cracks, or repairs.

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20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Musti Decorative Object by Laura Pehkonen
Musti Decorative Object by Laura Pehkonen

Musti Decorative Object by Laura Pehkonen

Located in Geneve, CH

Musti Decorative Object by Laura Pehkonen Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 41 x W 41 x H 41 cm. Materials: Hand-built ceramic. Laura Pehkonen (b. 1985) is a ceramic and visual artist liv...

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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Postmodern Black Art Glass Vase by Hans Jürgen Richartz, 1980s
Postmodern Black Art Glass Vase by Hans Jürgen Richartz, 1980s

Postmodern Black Art Glass Vase by Hans Jürgen Richartz, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Black Art Glass Vase by Hans Jürgen Richartz for Richartz Art Collection, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additi...

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20th Century German Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley
Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley

Located in Geneve, CH

Basket Shape Green Vase by Emilie Lemardeley Unique Piece Dimensions: ⌀ 48 x H 38 cm Materials: Hand blown glass. DRYADE Collection All in crystal, these large vases are raised and ...

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2010s French Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Robert Eickholt Large Dichroic Disc Sculpture, American Art Glass
Robert Eickholt Large Dichroic Disc Sculpture, American Art Glass

Robert Eickholt Large Dichroic Disc Sculpture, American Art Glass

By Robert Eickholt

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage art glass sculpture features complex central structure of fused colored and dichroic glass with layered gold foil fragments, surrounded by controlled bubbles, encased inside...

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1990s American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Green Terrazo Heptagonal Narcissus Vase by Tino Seubert
Green Terrazo Heptagonal Narcissus Vase by Tino Seubert

Green Terrazo Heptagonal Narcissus Vase by Tino Seubert

Located in Geneve, CH

Green Terrazo Heptagonal Narcissus Vase by Tino Seubert Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 40 cm. Materials: Green Terrazzo, brass. Tino Seubert When he first made his now signature wicker and al...

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2010s British Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Terracotta Moon Jar No 11 by Elena Vasilantonaki
Terracotta Moon Jar No 11 by Elena Vasilantonaki

Terracotta Moon Jar No 11 by Elena Vasilantonaki

Located in Geneve, CH

Terracotta Moon Jar No 11 by Elena Vasilantonaki Unique Dimensions: ⌀ 14.5 x H 17 cm (Dimensions may vary) Materials: Local Terracotta Clay from the Island of Crete Growing up in Gr...

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2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

ADT Handle Brass by Henry Wilson
ADT Handle Brass by Henry Wilson

ADT Handle Brass by Henry Wilson

By Henry Wilson

Located in Geneve, CH

ADT Handle Brass by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 3 x W 9 x H 1.8 cm Materials: Brass This versatile handle can be used for cabinetry, sliding doors and...

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2010s Australian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Kastle Violet Mini Bowl by Purho
Kastle Violet Mini Bowl by Purho

Kastle Violet Mini Bowl by Purho

Located in Geneve, CH

Kastle Violet Mini Bowl by Purho Dimensions: D15 x W11 x H6cm Materials: Glass Other colours and dimensions are available. Purho is a new protagonist of made in Italy design , ...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Rib 16X Thin Red Cornice Vessel by Lenny Stopp
Rib 16X Thin Red Cornice Vessel by Lenny Stopp

Rib 16X Thin Red Cornice Vessel by Lenny Stopp

Located in Geneve, CH

Rib 16X Thin Red Cornice Vessel by Lenny Stopp Dimensions: D 12 x H 30 cm Materials: Alpha crystalline gypsum (Hard plaster) Cornice is an evolving collection of vessels born from a...

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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Pine Pedestal Bowl by Evelina Kudabaite Studio
Pine Pedestal Bowl by Evelina Kudabaite Studio

Pine Pedestal Bowl by Evelina Kudabaite Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Pine pedestal bowl by Evelina Kudabaite Studio Handmade Materials: pine, brass Dimensions: H 7.5 mm x D 12 mm Colour: reddish Notes: for dry use Since 2015, product designer ...

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2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

1978 Italy Bronze Abstract Sculpture by Fanna Roncoroni Forma Ovale Oval Shape
1978 Italy Bronze Abstract Sculpture by Fanna Roncoroni Forma Ovale Oval Shape

1978 Italy Bronze Abstract Sculpture by Fanna Roncoroni Forma Ovale Oval Shape

Located in Brescia, IT

This engaging artwork was created in 1978 by the Italian artist Fanna Roncoroni. It is a multiple of 1000 pieces. The title is "Forma ovale", translate in "Oval shape". Maria Pia Fa...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

New Franz Hermle Mantel Clock in DeArt Italian Fine Marquetry and Ormolu Case
New Franz Hermle Mantel Clock in DeArt Italian Fine Marquetry and Ormolu Case

New Franz Hermle Mantel Clock in DeArt Italian Fine Marquetry and Ormolu Case

By DeART, Franz Hermle

Located in Germantown, MD

A 21st Century German Franz Hermle Mantel Clock in DeArt Italian Fine Marquetry and Ormolu Case in new open box condition. Clock made in Germany by the historic, very famous Franz Hermle clock...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Set of 4 Italian Postmodern Milano Series Candleholders, 1980s
Set of 4 Italian Postmodern Milano Series Candleholders, 1980s

Set of 4 Italian Postmodern Milano Series Candleholders, 1980s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Italian Postmodern Milano Series Candleholders, 1980s, Set of 4, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Material:...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

1980 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Bather
1980 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Bather

1980 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Bather

Located in Brescia, IT

This is an interesting multiple artwork signed by the author Roberto Nanut, a talented artist of years 80' in Italy. This is a multiple of a numbered edition of 1.000 pieces; we can...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rotation Vase 30 by Zieta
Rotation Vase 30 by Zieta

Rotation Vase 30 by Zieta

By Zieta

Located in Geneve, CH

Rotation Vase 30 by Zieta Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 30 cm. Materials: Polished stainless steel. Flower-like vessel The ROTATION VASE is the essence of harmonious repetition. The flower-l...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pink-Pink Cochlea dello Sviluppo Soils Edition Vase by Coki Barbieri
Pink-Pink Cochlea dello Sviluppo Soils Edition Vase by Coki Barbieri

Pink-Pink Cochlea dello Sviluppo Soils Edition Vase by Coki Barbieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Pink-Pink Cochlea dello Sviluppo Soils Edition vase by Coki Barbieri Dimensions: W 24 x D 8 x H 30 cm. Materials: Handcrafted stone made with Matera stone fragments, sedimentary ro...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza
Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza Dimensions: W 40 x D 25 x H 45 cm (These are approximate measurements) Materials: Stoneware Also ava...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Handmade Abstract Hygge Decor White Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Maku Ceramic
Handmade Abstract Hygge Decor White Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Maku Ceramic

Handmade Abstract Hygge Decor White Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Maku Ceramic

Located in Geneve, CH

Handmade Abstract Hygge Decor White Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Maku Ceramic Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 35 cm Materials: Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay Maku Ceramic is an Istanbul-based ceramic ...

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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

White Stoneware Psykter Vase by Elena Vasilantonaki
White Stoneware Psykter Vase by Elena Vasilantonaki

White Stoneware Psykter Vase by Elena Vasilantonaki

Located in Geneve, CH

White Stoneware Psykter Vase by Elena Vasilantonaki Unique Dimensions: ⌀ 30 x H 25 cm (Dimensions may vary) Materials: Stoneware Available finishes: Black, White, Brown, Red, White P...

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2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Hand Coiled Organic Sculptural Inara Sculpture By Munier
Brown Stoneware Hand Coiled Organic Sculptural Inara Sculpture By Munier

Brown Stoneware Hand Coiled Organic Sculptural Inara Sculpture By Munier

Located in Geneve, CH

Earthenware Inara Sculpture by Munier Dimensions: W 23 x D 24 x H 25 cm. Materials: Earthenware. Weight: 3.3 kg. I specialize in the ancient technique of coil building, a traditiona...

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2010s French Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Papaya Vase by Siup Studio - Ceramic Post-Modern Design, 21cm
Papaya Vase by Siup Studio - Ceramic Post-Modern Design, 21cm

Papaya Vase by Siup Studio - Ceramic Post-Modern Design, 21cm

Located in Geneve, CH

Papaya vase by Siup Studio Dimensions: D13 x H21cm Materials: Ceramics Siup is a small design studio based in Warsaw. The concept is created by three ...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Miami Crystal T-Light Holder, Hand-Sculpted Contemporary Crystal
Miami Crystal T-Light Holder, Hand-Sculpted Contemporary Crystal

Miami Crystal T-Light Holder, Hand-Sculpted Contemporary Crystal

By Reflections Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Miami crystal T-Light holder, hand-sculpted contemporary crystal Decorative Vase Handsculpted in crystal Measures: W 8 H 19.8 D 8 cm The Miami crystal T-Light holder creates a ...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Diosa Vase by Camila Apaez
Diosa Vase by Camila Apaez

Diosa Vase by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Diosa Vase by Camila Apaez. Materials: Ceramic. Dimensions: 13 x H 27 cm Options: White Bone, Chocolate, Charcoal black, Natural, Barro tostado. Additional pictures are just re...

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Column Vase by Marta Bonilla
Column Vase by Marta Bonilla

Column Vase by Marta Bonilla

Located in Geneve, CH

Column vase by Marta Bonilla Dimensions: D27 x H37 cm Materials: Terracotta, Clay Column vase: Piece of high temperature hand modeled with pinkish brown clay with chamotte. Glaz...

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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Thin Revolved Burnt Beech Vase by Daniel Elkayam
Thin Revolved Burnt Beech Vase by Daniel Elkayam

Thin Revolved Burnt Beech Vase by Daniel Elkayam

Located in Geneve, CH

Thin Revolved Burnt beech vase by Daniel Elkayam One of a Kind Dimensions: D 6 x W 6 x H 16 cm Materials: Beech Wood Daniel Elkayam — Designer Jerusalem-born Art-designer and...

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2010s Israeli Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Beech

Set of Trio Vase and Dou Vase by Daniel Elkayam
Set of Trio Vase and Dou Vase by Daniel Elkayam

Set of Trio Vase and Dou Vase by Daniel Elkayam

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of Trio Vase and Dou Vase by Daniel Elkayam Dimensions: D 2.5 x W 16 x H 46 cm (Trio), D 2.5 x W 10 x H 39 cm (Dou) Materials: Burnt beech wood Jerusalem-born Art-designer and ...

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2010s Israeli Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Beech

Puparin Vase by Purho
Puparin Vase by Purho

Puparin Vase by Purho

Located in Geneve, CH

Puparin vase by Purho Dimensions: D12 x H32 cm Materials: Murano glass Available in other colors. Puparìn is a vase from the Laguna Collection desi...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand Carved Marble Vessel by Tom Von Kaenel
Hand Carved Marble Vessel by Tom Von Kaenel

Hand Carved Marble Vessel by Tom Von Kaenel

By Tom von Kaenel

Located in Geneve, CH

Hand carved marble vessel by Tom Von Kaenel Dimensions: D45 x W21 x H13 cm Materials: Marble Tom von Kaenel, sculptor and painter, was born in Switzerland in 1961. Already in hi...

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2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Mascareta Vase by Purho
Mascareta Vase by Purho

Mascareta Vase by Purho

Located in Geneve, CH

Mascareta vase by Purho Dimensions: D18 x H28 cm Materials: Murano glass Available in other colors. Mascareta is a vase from the Laguna Collection ...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Epoca Ed.O. I by A. Vetra
Epoca Ed.O. I by A. Vetra

Epoca Ed.O. I by A. Vetra

Located in Geneve, CH

Epoca Ed.O. I by A. Vetra Dimensions: Ø 28 x H 46 cm Materials: Whity Clay. One of a kind. Epoca is a vase collection made with recycled clay and oxide finishing, whose textured objects...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Pair of Postmodern Zigzag Candelholders, 70s
Pair of Postmodern Zigzag Candelholders, 70s

Pair of Postmodern Zigzag Candelholders, 70s

Located in Lucija, SI

Pair of Postmodern zigzag candelholders made from aluminium They are made in Italy in early 80s

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Fine Handcut Crystal Grand Lauderlale Perfume Flacon
Fine Handcut Crystal Grand Lauderlale Perfume Flacon

Fine Handcut Crystal Grand Lauderlale Perfume Flacon

By Reflections Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Fine handcut crystal grand Lauderlale perfume flacon. Materials: Fine handcut crystal Dimensions: D 11 x W 11 x H 32.5 cm Weight: 3.16 kg. Reflections Copenhagen, a collection of handmade decorative mirrors and Crystal pieces, finely balanced to Challenge the traditional styles and shapes of todays’ homes by adding new dimensions and possibilities to interior decorating. Julie Hugau and Andrea Larsson, inspired by the graphic expression of Art Deco, the vast contrasts of the 1980s and the opportunity to explore the delicate materials that the mirrors are made of, combined their visions and the start of Reflections was a fact. The collection sums up their perspectives of how to provide new expressions through strength and form, the mirrors are designed with a strong visual structure to create a contrast of light and reflections through non-traditional mirror images. A concept built on Julie’s flair for design and production, Andrea’s eye for interior and colors together with their shared vision of creating a product that unites art and decor. Remember, everything in your life is a reflection of a choice you made. If you want a different result, make a different choice Welcome to the world of Reflections. The beauty of craftsmanship All Reflections...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Set of 2, Plizé Boxes, L White - M Blue by Made by Choice
Set of 2, Plizé Boxes, L White - M Blue by Made by Choice

Set of 2, Plizé Boxes, L White - M Blue by Made by Choice

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2, plizé boxes, L white - M blue by Made by Choice with Hanna Anonen Dimensions: W17 x D17 x H22 cm (L), W17 x D17 x H15.5 cm (M) Materials: Birch Plywood Also available:...

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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch, Plywood

1985 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Moon
1985 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Moon

1985 Italy Post Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture the Moon

Located in Brescia, IT

This is an interesting multiple artwork signed by the author Maurizio Bonora, a talented artist of years 80' in Italy. The other side of the moon. This is a multiple of a numbered ed...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Bronze Patinated Abstract 02 Decorative Object by Herma de Wit
Bronze Patinated Abstract 02 Decorative Object by Herma de Wit

Bronze Patinated Abstract 02 Decorative Object by Herma de Wit

Located in Geneve, CH

Bronze Patinated Abstract 02 Decorative Object by Herma de Wit Limited Edition of 8 + 2 AP pieces. Dimensions: D 14 x W 23 x H 22 cm. Materials: Patinated bronze. Nature, a boundle...

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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Ripple Vessel by Derya Arpac
Set of 4 Ripple Vessel by Derya Arpac

Set of 4 Ripple Vessel by Derya Arpac

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 Ripple vessel by Derya Arpac Dimensions: D 17 x H 7 cm Materials: Pigmented Concrete Also available: Other colours available Derya Arpac is a Copenhagen based architec...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Fir

Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou
Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Platinum River Vase by Angeliki Stamatakou

Located in Geneve, CH

Platinum River vase by Angeliki Stamatakou One of a kind, 2022, Featured in Milan Design Week Dimensions: H13 x W12 cm. Materials: Stoneware, clear glaze, platinum. Angeliki St...

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2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects

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Platinum

Tray Object 002 by Louise Roe
Tray Object 002 by Louise Roe

Tray Object 002 by Louise Roe

Located in Geneve, CH

Tray Object 002 by Louise Roe Dimensions: Ø 50 x H 8 cm. Materials: Polished steel. THE ROE STUDIO TRAY OBJECT 002 Our Metal Tray in Chrome exhibits a dis...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

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Steel

Grey Stoneware Coiled Moon Jar by Elena Vasilantonaki
Grey Stoneware Coiled Moon Jar by Elena Vasilantonaki

Grey Stoneware Coiled Moon Jar by Elena Vasilantonaki

Located in Geneve, CH

Grey Stoneware Coiled Moon Jar by Elena Vasilantonaki Unique Dimensions: ⌀ 23 x H 27 cm (Dimensions may vary) Materials: Stoneware, Earthenware Available finishes: Experimental Glaze...

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2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Stoneware

Prime Walnut, Any Leather Handles Only by Eternal Creek
Prime Walnut, Any Leather Handles Only by Eternal Creek

Prime Walnut, Any Leather Handles Only by Eternal Creek

Located in Geneve, CH

Prime Walnut, Any Leather Handles Only by Eternal Creek Dimensions: D 3 x H 13 cm Materials: Wood: Prime Walnut / Black Ash / Light Ash Leather: Shadow Black / Saddle Brown / London...

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2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Leather

Lotuso Black Marble Decorative Bowl by Simone & Marcel
Lotuso Black Marble Decorative Bowl by Simone & Marcel

Lotuso Black Marble Decorative Bowl by Simone & Marcel

Located in Geneve, CH

Lotuso Black Marble Decorative Bowl by Simone & Marcel Dimensions: D 31 x W 31 x H 8 cm. Materials: Black marble. Different marble and ceramic options available. Custom options available on request. Please contact us. Our mission is to encourage people to make their home the best place to be, to get inspired and to receive friends and family. Designed and manufactured by ourselves, we offer lightings to help people creating distinctive living spaces. Enhancing the authenticity of natural and organic materials using associations and contrasts. Extreme quality behind a facade of ultra-minimalism. We find our materials to the source to ensure we give the best value...

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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Glass basket from Bleikristall, Germany
Glass basket from Bleikristall, Germany

Glass basket from Bleikristall, Germany

By Bleikristall

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Bleikristall Crystal Basket, Germany This Bleikristall crystal basket from Germany features a striking, vibrant green color, enhanced by its distinctive, deep-cut pattern. The design...

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20th Century German Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Roca Sculpture by Vica Ceramica
Roca Sculpture by Vica Ceramica

Roca Sculpture by Vica Ceramica

Located in Geneve, CH

Roca sculpture by Vica Ceramica Dimensions: D 17 x H 27 cm Materials: High Temp. Ceramic. VICA CERÁMICA-STUDIO is a design and sculpture studio es...

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Coral Patina Pluto Vase by Elyse Graham
Coral Patina Pluto Vase by Elyse Graham

Coral Patina Pluto Vase by Elyse Graham

Located in Geneve, CH

Coral patina pluto vase by Elyse Graham Dimensions: W 13 x D 13 x H 14 cm Materials: plaster, resin Molded, dyed, and finished by hand in LA. Customization Available. All pieces...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin, Plaster

Fine Handcut Crystal Oklahoma Tray
Fine Handcut Crystal Oklahoma Tray

Fine Handcut Crystal Oklahoma Tray

By Reflections Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Fine handcut crystal Oklahoma tray Materials: Fine handcut crystal Dimensions: D 35 x W 35 x H 30 cm Weight: 7.5 kg. Reflections Copenhagen, a collection of handmade decorative mirrors and crystal pieces, finely balanced to Challenge the traditional styles and shapes of todays’ homes by adding new dimensions and possibilities to interior decorating. Julie Hugau and Andrea Larsson, inspired by the graphic expression of Art Deco, the vast contrasts of the 1980s and the opportunity to explore the delicate materials that the mirrors are made of, combined their visions and the start of Reflections was a fact. The collection sums up their perspectives of how to provide new expressions through strength and form, the mirrors are designed with a strong visual structure to create a contrast of light and reflections through non-traditional mirror...

Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Unique MOSI Sculptural Sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr
Unique MOSI Sculptural Sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr

Unique MOSI Sculptural Sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique MOSI sculptural sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr One of a Kind Dimensions: D 28 x W 24 x H 48 cm Materials: Ceramic Different glaze types available. MOSI is inspired by a morf sketch process inspired by nature walks and human poses to capture an aliveness in the expression. The name MOSI is inspired by the moss that surrounded the trails on by the lakes, sea and mountain...

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2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

King Violet Vase by Purho
King Violet Vase by Purho

King Violet Vase by Purho

Located in Geneve, CH

King violet vase by Purho Dimensions: D20 x H40 cm Materials: Glass Other colours and dimensions are available. Purho is a new protagonist of made in Italy design, a work of sy...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Kountess Vase by Purho
Kountess Vase by Purho

Kountess Vase by Purho

Located in Geneve, CH

Kountess vase by Purho Dimensions: D 25 x H 18 cm Materials: glass Other colours and dimensions are available. Purho is a new protagonist of made i...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Post-modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-Modern 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, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-Modern 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 Tom von Kaenel, Reflections Copenhagen, Christopher Gentner, and Ettore Sottsass. 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 $33 and tops out at $216,361 while the average work can sell for $1,098.