The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Hide, Leather
Serie di otto sottopiatti in pelle di Giobagnara, Italia, primi anni 2000
By Giobagnara
Located in Vicenza, VI
Serie composta da otto sottopiatti realizzati in pelle dalla manifattura italiana Giobagnara nei primi anni 2000. Ogni pezzo presenta la superficie superiore rivestita in pelle color...
Leather
Tableware Set Ceramic, Serving Centerpiece Bowl, Charger Plates, Blue Majolica
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Exclusive ceramic set for the decoration of the table in blue and white, consisting of a bowl centerpiece with snake-shaped handles and four tablemats painted with the technique of m...
Ceramic, Majolica
Highly Unusual Silver Toast or Letter Rack Designed and Made by Grant McDonald
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed sterling silver letter or toast rack, made by the renowned silversmith George Grant McDonald, and hallmarked for London 2007. This lovely piece is particularl...
Silver
$402 / item
Petrol Green Touché a Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Petrol green touché a tray by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 4.4 cm Materials: iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod t...
Iron
$402 / item
Sage Green Touché a Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Sage green touché a tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 4.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that...
Iron
Set of 4 Kartell Jellies Round Trays in Crystal by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A comprehensive line of trays made from colorful and transparent PMMA plastic. The line's individuality is down to the fact that each model presents a different organic pattern that ...
Resin, Plastic
Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #88
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your dessert presentation with this Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates, made in Italy. Made from 100% ceramic and featuring a distinctive ikat-inspired design, these plates...
Ceramic
MONDRIAN - Rectangular Placemat - Cedar Yellow & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
The Mondrian placemat is made of high-quality Foglizzo leather to give your dining environment an elegant sense of style and luxury. Its sleek shape precisely frames tableware, provi...
Hide, Leather
$120Sale Price|20% Off
Baccarat Swirl Bambous Double Dish
By Baccarat
Located in Mérida, YU
Baccarat Crystal Swirl Bambous doble dish. Stamped.
Crystal
"Brass", 21st Century Calacatta Oro Marble Place Holder with Brass
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The “Brass” place holders, entirely made of Calacatta Oro marble, are exclusive place holders holders embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the othe...
Marble, Carrara Marble
BOTERO - Large Thermal Carafe - Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
MADELEINE - Napkin Ring - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
The minimally designed napkin holder lends a striking accent to modern or classic tables. The simple silhouette is made of stainless steel, partially covered with exclusive Foglizzo ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
BOTERO - Medium Thermal Carafe - Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
SHERAZADE - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
A unique take on an everyday object, this exquisite napkin holder elevates any table setting with its charm and visual balance. The piece is made using woven leather to create a func...
Hide, Leather
MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cedar Yellow
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Hide, Leather
MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Agave Green
Located in Torino, IT
Mondrian-inspired coasters are quintessential art and design for your table. Made from high-quality leather, they exhibit the geometric precision and chromatic boldness distinctive o...
Hide, Leather
MADELEINE - Napkin Ring - Set of 2 Napkin Rings - Cedar Yellow
Located in Torino, IT
The minimally designed napkin holder lends a striking accent to modern or classic tables. The simple silhouette is made of stainless steel, partially covered with exclusive Foglizzo ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
DALÌ- Soft Round Coasters Arch Set - 6 pieces - Cappuccino Beige & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
Soft round coasters from the Dali collection are made from high-quality leather, offering luxury and comfort. These coasters are a statement of style and sophistication for your tab...
Hide, Leather
$1,514 / set
Set of 2 Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 twosidestory bowl by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 20 cm Materials: Onyx Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. Inspired by the beauty o...
Onyx
SHERAZADE - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Amalfi Blue
Located in Torino, IT
This exquisite napkin holder, echoing an everyday object, elevates any table with its charm and visual balance. The object is made of leather with a piping system, in which thin stri...
Hide, Leather
BOTERO - Small Thermal Carafe - Cappuccino Beige
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
Set of 3 Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 pino boxes by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: Oak, natural oil wax Dimensions: D 9, W 9, H 5 / 9,5 / 14cm A set of three vertical and two horizontal stacking boxes constructe...
Oak
21st Century Federico Peri Stilla Liquida Coffee Brown Large 2-Tumblers Murano
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Stilla, the Latin word for a drop of water. Liquid, transparent, perfect. Federico Peri designed the Stilla Liquida glasses for Purho in spring 2024, tumblers with textured surface...
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Stilla Liquida Deep Blue Large 2-Tumblers Murano
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Stilla, the Latin word for a drop of water. Liquid, transparent, perfect. Federico Peri designed the Stilla Liquida glasses for Purho in spring 2024, tumblers with textured surface...
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Stilla Liquida Amber Yellow 2-Small Tumblers Murano
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Stilla, the Latin word for a drop of water. Liquid, transparent, perfect. Federico Peri designed the Stilla Liquida glasses for Purho in spring 2024, tumblers with textured surface...
Murano Glass
21st Century Federico Peri Stilla Liquida Deep Blue 2-Small Tumblers Murano
By Federico Peri, Purho Murano
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
Stilla, the Latin word for a drop of water. Liquid, transparent, perfect. Federico Peri designed the Stilla Liquida glasses for Purho in spring 2024, tumblers with textured surface...
Murano Glass
MADELEINE - Napking Ring - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Amalfi Blue
Located in Torino, IT
This simple napkin holder adds a striking accent to both modern and classic tables. The simple silhouette is made of stainless steel, partially coated with exclusive Foglizzo leather.
Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel
Corneille, Dutch CoBrA Artist, Coffee Cup, Plate and Egg Cup
Located in København, Copenhagen
Corneille (Guillaume Cornelis van Beverloo), Dutch CoBrA artist (1922-2010). Coffee cup, plate and egg cup in porcelain decorated with birds over field with sunrise. 1980s / 90s. ...
Porcelain
Corneille, Dutch CoBrA Artist, Coffee Cup, Plate and Egg Cup
Located in København, Copenhagen
Corneille (Guillaume Cornelis van Beverloo), Dutch CoBrA artist (1922-2010). Coffee cup, plate and egg cup in porcelain decorated with birds over field with sunrise. 1980s / 90s. ...
Porcelain
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal, Rare Suomi Porcelain Serving Dish
Located in København, Copenhagen
Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal. Rare Suomi porcelain serving dish decorated with water lilies. 1970s / 80s. Measures: 33 x 27 x 3.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.
Porcelain
$3,572 / item
Artemisia Marble Centerpiece by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Geneve, CH
Artemisia marble centerpiece by Matteo Cibic Dimensions: 23.6 x 13.8 x 4.7 cm Materials: Bianco Michelangelo, Rosso Levanto, Nero Marquinia Please note that the Cibic pieces...
Marble
Bowl, Lidded Jar and Three Crème Brûlée Bowls with Handles in Glazed Stoneware
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bowl, lidded jar and three crème brûlée bowls with handles in hand-painted glazed stoneware. Belgium, 1960s / 70s. The bowl measures: 19.5 x 5.2 cm. The lidded jar measures: 14.5...
Stoneware
Brass Coaster- 21st Century Calacatta Oro and Brass Hexagonal Coasters Set
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The Brass coasters, entirely made of Calacatta Oro marble, are exclusive coasters embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the other, giving it a furth...
Marble, Brass
La Menagerie d'Hiver Dinner Plates - Set of 4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Celebrate the beauty of winter with La Menagerie d’Hiver, a set of 6 porcelain plates designed for mountain lovers. Each plate features intricate, hand-ap...
Porcelain
Ghidini 1961 Omini Napkin Holder 2 in Polished Brass
By Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful napkin holder ring in brass combines a rigorous square body with the charming decoration of a small man seated on top and facing forward. Part of the Omini collection (w...
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini Napkin Holder 1 in Polished Brass
By Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This playful napkin holder ring in brass combines a rigorous square body with the charming decoration of a small man climbing on the side. Part of the Omini collection (which means "...
Brass
OMA tray in sandstone & limestone by Meble Matters
Located in Singapore, SG
The OMA tray is a sleek fusion of nature and design that brings a touch of Japanese Zen sensibility into your space. Crafted from carefully selected strips of sandstone and limestone...
Limestone, Sandstone
Brass Underplate- 21st Century Calacatta Oro and Brass Hexagonal Underplate
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The “Brass” underplates, entirely made of Calacatta Oro marble, are exclusive underplates embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the other, giving it...
Marble
Strata Tray in Brazilian Quartzite by Meble Matters
Located in Singapore, SG
Experience the exquisite beauty and functionality of our razor-thin tray made from Brazilian quartzite. Add a touch of sophistication to your dining table, coffee table, or vanity. W...
Quartz
Set of 8 Alimenta Glass by Riccardo Cenedella
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 8 alimenta glass by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: D 9 x W 9 x H 10 cm Materials: Food waste based material. I am Riccardo Cenedella I graduated in product design from Po...
Other
$520 / item
Duck Tray Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Duck Tray Big by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Nicolaj Nøddesbo & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L60 / W60 / H10 cm Materials: Fiber Concrete The Duck series i...
Concrete
Paul Evans & Phillip Lloyd Powell, Very Rare, Walnut and Pewter Bottle
By Phillip Lloyd Powell, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very rare bottle. Only 5 were made because it was very difficult to make. This one was a gift to one of our clients.
Pewter
White Carafe and Cups Set by Craig Barrow
Located in Geneve, CH
White carafe and cups set by Craig Barrow Dimensions: 7.5 x 10.5 x 20.5cm - 6 x 5 x 5.5cm Volume approx.: 400ml - 50ml Variations: Black porcelain, ...
Porcelain
$425 / set
Set of 2 Oka Trays by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Oka trays by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Dimensions: L 45 / W 20 / H 6 cm Materials: fiber concrete Oka tray is inspired by traditional Japanese serving trays...
Concrete
$402 / item
Cotto Touché B Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Cotto Touché B tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 47 × 6.7 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotton, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that res...
Iron
$402 / item
Taupe Touché B Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Taupe Touché B tray by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 47 × 6.7 cm. Materials: iron and MDF. Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod that ...
Iron
$484 / item
White Touché E Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
White Touché E Tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: D 48 × 7 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotton, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that rests on...
Iron
$626 / item
Fragments Tray by Theodora Alfredsdottir
Located in Geneve, CH
Fragments tray by Theodora Alfredsdottir Unique piece Materials: Chipboard Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 7 cm Theodora Alfredsdottir is a product design studio based in London. Theod...
Wood, Plywood
Mirage III Candle by R’Kan, Handcrafted Natural Fiber
Located in Giza Governorate, القاهرة
The Mirage Candle is a sculptural decorative piece crafted by hand from fiber, blending functional design with artistic presence. Produced in Cairo by R’Kan’s artisans, its refined t...
Natural Fiber
$402 / item
Cotto Touché a Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Cotto Touché A tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 4.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that rest...
Iron
$437 / item
Burgundy Touché D Tray by Martina Bartoli
Located in Geneve, CH
Burgundy Touché D tray by Martina Bartoli Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that ...
Iron
$638 / item
Guggenheim Square Ashtray by Michele Chiossi
Located in Geneve, CH
Guggenheim square ashtray by Michele Chiossi Dimensions: W 19 x 16 x 3.5 Materials: Nero marquinia marble His research is defined by the ongoing analysis of the mood that marks ...
Marble
$2,342 / item
Bronze Vase by Tipstudio
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze vase by Tipstudio Numbered Edition Dimensions: Ø30 x 13 cm Materials: Slags, Statuario Bronze Weight: 10 kg Tipstudio, Imma Matera and Tommaso Lucarini, has chosen to ...
Bronze
$493Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Solid Silver Geometry Line Salt and Pepper Set
Located in VALENZA, IT
800 silver solid silver salt and pepper set of modern design. Created to be not only a useful object but also a decorative one. The salt is a silver ball with holes for the salt to ...
Silver
$484 / item
Green Touché E Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Green Touché E Tray by Mason editions. Dimensions: D 48 × 7 cm. Materials: iron and MDF. Colours: taupe, cotton, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod that rest...
Iron
$745 / item
Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Twosidestory bowl by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 20 cm Materials: Marble Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. Inspired by the beauty of mater...
Marble
$484 / item
Myron Trivet, Black by Ivan Colominas
Located in Geneve, CH
Myron Trivet - Black by Ivan Colominas Materia e Tavola Collection Dimensions: 25 x 2 cm Materials: Nero Marquinia Also Available: Bianco Michelangelo / Bianco Carrara The col...
Marble
$757 / item
Polly Jean Small Tray by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Polly Jean small tray by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 19 cm D 9 cm H 2.5 cm Materials: off white bronze. Also available in polished and dark bronze fini...
Bronze
$3,548 / item
Orazio Marble Centerpiece by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Geneve, CH
Orazio marble centerpiece by Matteo Cibic Dimensions: 18.9 x 14 x 5.8 cm Materials: Bianco Michelangelo, Rosso Levanto, Nero Marquinia Please note that the Cibic pieces wit...
Marble