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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
MADELEINE - Napkin Ring - Set di 2 Portatovaglioli - Dark cherry red
Located in Torino, IT
Leather objects and fine materials that celebrate the beauty of gestures, the care of living spaces, and the pleasure of shared moments. From the table to the home, each creation is ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
MADELEINE - Napkin Ring - Set di 2 Portatovaglioli - Snow white
Located in Torino, IT
Leather objects and fine materials that celebrate the beauty of gestures, the care of living spaces, and the pleasure of shared moments. From the table to the home, each creation is ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Contemporary 8 Large Egg Plates Ceramic Clay Handmade Mexican
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Ceramic 8 plate set with salt and pepper cart made in modern egg design by Lorenzo Lorenzzo Lorenzo's work alludes to his favourite meal, breakfast, creating a contemporary design f...
Majolica
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centerpiece Bowl w/Base 38.4 ozt. '#6073' Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany & Co. Incredible Tiffany & Co. Serling silver modernistic centerpiece bowl with base marked #25537. The base could be used as a candle holder. The base measures 1" tall x ...
Sterling Silver
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Pietra Grey & Luna White
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 ...
Hide, Leather
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Luna White & Luna White
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 ...
Hide, Leather
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cappuccino Beige & Luna White
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 ...
Hide, Leather
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange & Luna White
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 ...
Hide, Leather
SHERAZADE - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Grey Stone
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
SHERAZADE - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Cedar Yellow
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
SHERAZADE - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Agave Green
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
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 - Luna White
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 - Pietra Grey
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
BOTERO - Large Thermal Carafe - Spritz Orange
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
BOTERO- Medium Thermal Carafe - Spritz Orange
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 - Spritz Orange
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
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
HEATHCLIFF - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Cappuccino Beige & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
A simple design that will add a refined touch to any table, this napkin holder is made entirely by hand from Foglizzo aniline leather. Crisscrossed and secured with a metal stud, it ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
HEATHCLIFF - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Amalfi Blue & Luna White
Located in Torino, IT
A simple design that will add a refined touch to any table, this napkin holder is made entirely by hand from Foglizzo aniline leather. Crisscrossed and secured with a metal stud, it ...
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
MADELEINE - Napking Ring - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Cappuccino Beige
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, Steel, Stainless Steel
MADELEINE - Napking Ring - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Spritz Orange
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, Steel, Stainless Steel
Italian modern Decorative bottle with cap in gray Murano glass by Venini, 1990s
By Venini
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Decorative bottle with cap in gray Murano glass by Venini, 1990s Decorative bottle with a square base, in matt gray and transparent Murano glass. The round-based cap h...
Murano Glass
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
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
$80 / item
MIRAGE III Candle by R’Kan
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
Brass - 21st Century Verde Guatemala and Brass Hexagonal Underplate
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
The “Brass” underplates, entirely made of Verde Guatemala marble, are exclusive underplates embellished with a brass tab that runs along the object from one end to the other, giving ...
Marble
$853 / item
Lava Tray by Slow Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Lava Tray by Slow Design Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 1 x W 26 x H 34 cm. Materials: Glass and pigments. Our mirrors are handmade one by one. This means that each mirror and tray is...
Glass
$493 / item
Myron Trivet, White by Ivan Colominas
Located in Geneve, CH
Myron Trivet - White by Ivan Colominas Materia e Tavola Collection Dimensions: 25 x 2 cm Materials: Bianco Michelangelo Also Available: Nero Marquinia. The collection is a t...
Marble
$3,631 / 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
$2,380 / 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
$408 / item
Taupe Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Taupe Touché C tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that rest...
Iron
$1,515 / set
Set of 2 Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2Twosidestory 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 ...
Marble
$769 / item
Twosidestory Bowl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Twosidestory bowl by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 20 cm Materials: Candy Onyx Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. Inspired by the beauty of m...
Marble
$757 / 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
$6,132 / item
Set of 2 Onyx Twosidestory Bowl XL by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Set 2 Onyx Twosidestory bowl XL by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: D 40 cm Materials: Levanto Bordeaux marble Lisette Rützou’s design is motivated by an urge to articulate a story. ...
Marble
$423 / item
Sage Green Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Sage green Touché C tray by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod tha...
Iron
$493 / item
Bordeaux Touché E Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Bordeaux 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
$444 / item
Sage Green Touché B Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Sage green 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 tha...
Iron
$408 / item
Burgundy Touché a Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Burgundy 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 r...
Iron
$408 / 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
$444 / item
Sage Green Touché D Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Sage green Touché D tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotton, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod tha...
Iron
$462 / item
Cotto Touché E Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Bordeaux 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 r...
Iron
$408 / item
Petrol Green Touché B Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Petrol green 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 th...
Iron
$493 / item
Petrol Green Touché E Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Petrol 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 th...
Iron
$444 / item
Petrol Green Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Petrol green Touché C tray by Mason Editions. Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod ...
Iron
$408 / item
Burgundy Touché B Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Burgundy 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 th...
Iron
$444 / item
Taupe Touché D Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Taupe Touché D tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colors: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that rests...
Iron
$444 / 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
$408 / 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
$444 / item
Petrol Green Touché D Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Petrol green Touché D tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotton, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod t...
Iron
$444 / item
Cotto Touché C Tray by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Cotto Touché C tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod that res...
Iron
$408 / 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
Pair of Bordeaux Touché E Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Bordeaux 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
Pair of Touché Bois Black Ash Wood Oval Handle by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Touché Bois Canaletto oval handle by Mason Editions Dimensions: D 36 × H 4.4 cm, 48 cm with handle Materials: Walnut Canaletto wood. A light metal rod that rests on the surfac...
Iron
Pair of Cotto Touché C Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Cotto Touché C Trays by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: Taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light metal rod...
Iron
Pair of Burgundy Touché C Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Burgundy touché C tray by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 48 × 6.4 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal rod that r...
Iron
Pair of Burgundy Touché B Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Burgundy Touché B Trays by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 47 × 6.7 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green A light metal r...
Iron
Pair of Petrol Green Touché B Trays by Mason Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of petrol green Touché B trays by Mason Editions Dimensions: 36 × 47 × 6.7 cm Materials: Iron and MDF Colours: taupe, cotto, burgundy, sage green, petrol green. A light me...
Iron