Minimalist Vases
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.
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
Early 2000s French Minimalist Vases
Crystal
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery, Stoneware
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery, Stoneware
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Glass, Blown Glass
2010s French Minimalist Vases
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Vases
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Silver Plate
20th Century Minimalist Vases
Steel
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Glass, Smoked Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Earthenware, Pottery
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel, Copper
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel, Copper
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Steel, Copper
2010s English Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
2010s English Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Glass
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Glass
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Glass
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
2010s Japanese Minimalist Vases
Stainless Steel
2010s American Minimalist Vases
Concrete
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Vases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Vases
Paint
20th Century French Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Vases
Art Glass
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Vases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Crystal, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Crystal, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Crystal, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Vases
Crystal, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Vases
Pottery
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Vases
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases
Concrete, Steel
2010s Italian Minimalist Vases
Marble
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases
Concrete, Aluminum
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Vases
Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Minimalist Vases
Art Glass
1980s American Vintage Minimalist Vases
Ceramic
2010s English Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
2010s English Minimalist Vases
Porcelain
2010s English Minimalist Vases
Porcelain





