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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #76
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
$153 / set
Pineapple Beaded Placemat Set of 4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A special set of hand beaxded pineapple placemats to make your table funky and unique.
Beads
$37 / item
Turquerie Persian Jewel Small Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Stunning Persian jewel small tray in a Turquerie style serving and decorative tray.
Wood
Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #89
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
Set of 2 Ceramic Ikat Dessert Plates - Style #123
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
The Black Collection Porcelain Dinner Plate - Mix Set of 4
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a striking touch of exotic sophistication to your table setting with the Black Collection Porcelain Plate Set. This captivating set features four beautifully designed porcelain p...
Porcelain
$37 / item
Turquerie Ottoman Jewel small Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Stunning ottoman jewel small tray in a Turquerie style serving and decorative tray.
Wood
Set of 6 Asprey Demitasse Spoons Commemorating 1937 Coronation
By Asprey International Limited, R E Stone
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 English sterling silver demitasse spoons, 1936. Each: Tapering stem with crown terminal. On recto, pointille bands and engraved royal cipher for George VI, the last-minute s...
Sterling Silver
Contemporary Set of 4 Dessert Coupe Plates Gold Hand Painted Porcelain Tableware
Located in Roma, RM
The Piazza del Popolo collection is named after a Roman landmark, at the heart of Roman everyday life, and inspired by traditional, simple Italian artisanal pottery yet decorated in ...
Gold
Large and Very Rare Silver-Inlaid Antique Judaica Tray
Located in London, GB
A large and very rare silver-inlaid antique Judaica tray Jerusalem, c.1900 Height 2.5cm, diameter 62cm This large and remarkable work is a copper and silver-inlaid antique Jewish tray, featuring meticulous and exceptional metalwork, and was made in Jerusalem around the turn of the twentieth century. It features a twelve-fold repeating pictorial decoration, which is set between two circles, that of the central ring in which a large menorah...
Silver, Brass, Copper
$37 / item
Turquerie Man Small Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Stunning ottoman man tray in a Turquerie style Serving and decorative tray.
Wood
$62 / item
Turquerie Ottoman View Bigger Tray
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Stunning ottoman woman tray in a Turquerie style serving and decorative tray.
Wood
La Menagerie Ottomane Dessert Plates - Set of 4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Discover the fascinating world of exotic animals once hidden within the Sultan’s palaces, often gifted by foreign dignitaries and treasured as symbols of wonder and prestige. La Menagerie Ottomane...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with Handle, Pink
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup with handle, White & Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with handle, White & Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup Without Handle, White&Blue
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Latte Cup with Handle, Navy
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup with Handle, Pink
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by tr...
Porcelain
Contemporary Modern, Justine Porcelain Cappuccino Cup without handle, Beige
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Justine porcelain pieces are inspired by the ancient Byzantine jewelry. Delicate porcelain transforms cups into timeless design objects by translating pearl and stone details of jewe...
Porcelain
Hand Dyed Linen Napkins, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Abstract Pattern, Set of Four
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Rose linen napkins, set of four, dyed with indigo in Pleat pattern. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City. Napkins measure approximately 18 x 18 inches. Each linen napkin i...
Linen
Set of Four Vintage Art Glass Vases in Plum Amethyst Tones, 1980
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Set of four vintage art glass vases in a refined palette of deep plum, amethyst, violet, and lilac tones. The pieces vary in height, proportion, and silhouette while maintaining a ha...
Glass
Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in London, GB
Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham American, Late 20th Century Height 13cm, diameter 6cm A set of six pairs, each depicting significant royal figures from...
Silver Plate, Bronze
21st Century Steel Thermal Champagne Bucket with Leather Cover Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
A cylindrical body that delicately flares to a wide top well finished by two round handles. The steel wine cooler with leather sleeve comes also in a generous size ideal for champ...
Stainless Steel
$2,747 / item
Twosidestory Bowl Xl by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
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. Inspired ...
Marble
MONDRIAN – Round Placemat – Dark cherry red & 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
Luxory Glasses, Champagne and Wine, Solid Silver, Set Of 4, Hand Made, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
Our latest creation, the K-OVER champagne coupe glasses with diamond-cut silver stems, represents the perfect fusion of elegance and practicality. This exquisite set of 4 glasses inc...
Crystal, Silver
New Modern Tray in Black Marquina Marble, creator Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
An essential, Minimalist tray that easily lends itself to multiple uses. At the table, in the kitchen, in the dining room. In simlicity is beauty. Size: 40 x 2.2 cm, smooth finishing, stain treatment compatible with food. Commercial name: Nysiros, Materia e Tavola Collection by Ivan Colominas, Spanish Designer. Also available in White Michelangelo Marble. Made in Italy, hand finished. Mmairo loves wining and dining, good food and entertaining...
Marble
45 Pc Italian Horchow Yellow Speckle Pottery Dinner Plates Mugs China
By Horchow
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 45 piece set of Horchow Italian earthenware pottery dinnerware. Glazed in yellow and speckled with red and green spots. Set includes: 8 Dinn...
Ceramic
MONDRIAN – Round coasters – Dark cherry red & 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 ...
Leather
$520Sale Price / set|20% Off
Handcrafted Contemporary 8 Ceramic Breakfast Egg Plates Majolica by Lorenzo
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Enhance your space with this elegant ceramic egg plate by Mexican artist Lorenzo Lorenzzo. Handcrafted in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, this versatile piece features a refined e...
Majolica
MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Amalfi Blue
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
Coasters Square Barware Tableware Black Marquina Marble Brass Inlay Ants Italy
By Pieruga Marble, Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
Set of 4 coasters in Marquina marble with brushed brass inlay. Thanks to their shape and size they can be used as exclusive presentation plates for finger food. Dimensions: L 10 W 1...
Marble, Brass
Mushroom Ceramic Dinner Plate, Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Embrace the warmth of autumn with our ceramic plate from the Mushroom collection. Featuring a delicately hand-painted border and a hand-applied decal of a mushroom design, this plate...
Ceramic
MONDRIAN - Square Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Spritz Orange
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
Lasting Spring by Oneida Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 68 pcs Modern
By Oneida
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lasting Spring by Oneida features a sleek, contemporary design with gently tapered handles accented by soft, flowing contours at the tip that create a graceful, understated elegance....
Sterling Silver
MONDRIAN - Round Coasters Flat Set - 6 pieces - Cedar Yellow & Moon 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
$421 / item
BOTERO - Small Thermal Carafe - Amalfi Blue
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
MODIGLIANI – Insulated Ice Bucket – 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
Luxury Leather Bottle Bag LEWIN by Limac Design, Modern Style
By Limac Design
Located in Conegliano, IT
The luxury leather bottle bag LEWIN is the new proposal by LIMAC Design® for those who want to make a gift that leaves a mark. Developed by the LIMAC Design® design office and create...
Leather
21st Century Lazy Susan Leather Tray Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Practical and functional. Lazy Susan is the revolving tray entirely made with real calf leather. Available in two different sizes is ideal as a centerpiece for happy hours and par...
Leather, Wood
$45Sale Price / set|75% Off
Set of Three, Fin Trivet from Souda, Silver, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 3 Fin Trivets from Souda. Each one is packaged individually. Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices, and electronics, the Fin ...
Metal, Aluminum
La Menagerie d'Hiver Dessert 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
$3,419 / 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
Handcrafted Sicilian Ceramic Bowl centerpice
Located in Palermo, PA
Handcrafted Sicilian Ceramic Bowl in yellow. This exquisite handmade Sicilian ceramic bowl is a timeless symbol of prosperity, good fortune, and Mediterranean heritage. Crafted by s...
Ceramic, Clay
$729 / 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
$188Sale Price / set|20% Off
Handcrafted Contemporary 2 Ceramic Breakfast Egg Plates Majolica by Lorenzo
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Enhance your space with this elegant ceramic egg plate by Mexican artist Lorenzo Lorenzzo. Handcrafted in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, this versatile piece features a refined e...
Majolica
$689 / item
Contemporary Tray
Located in Geneve, CH
Contemporary tray Measures: Diameter 30 * height 27.5 cm Plated metal coated with glossy pink copper finish From Earth, one can only see the portion of ...
Metal
HEATHCLIFF - Set of 2 Napkin Holders - Spritz Orange & 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
White Marble Coasters, Christmas Tree Decoration Set of 4 Tableware Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell, Pieruga Marble
Located in Ancona, Marche
This 'Winter wonderland Snowflake' coaster in White Marble, inspired by ice crystals, are the perfect tasteful gift for the winter and Christmas period. Coaster in polished absolute ...
Marble, Carrara Marble
Set of 4 Azul Macaubas Marble Coasters Majolica Pattern Handmade in Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell, Pieruga Marble
Located in Ancona, Marche
The Amalfi coaster inspired by the pattern of Majolica tiles represents all the Mediterranean flavor made of sea, sun, lemons and carefree laughter. Coaster in polished Azul Macaubas...
Marble
Sterling Silver and Glass Oil and Vinegar Set by Padgett & Braham Ltd 2003
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 2003 by Padgett & Braham Ltd. this elegant Elizabeth II sterling silver and glass oil and vinegar set is of a classic design, comprising an oval stand wit...
Sterling Silver
$443 / item
Travertine Cylinder Bowl with Lid
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Stunning, aesthetic, timeless are words that can be used to describe this elegant and modern travertine bowl from Kiwano. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine vases ...
Travertine
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Lotus Porcelain Service, Twelve Plates
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Lotus porcelain service. Twelve plates decorated with pink lotus leaves. 1980s. Diameter: 17 cm. In excellent conditi...
Porcelain
New Modern Serving Tray in Nero and White Marble, creator Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Serving tray in Nero Marquinia and White Michelangelo Marble. Size: 40.7 x 30 x 3 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Danese, Homage Collection by the Italian designer Matteo Ci...
Marble
Set of 4 Porcelain Yellow Coffee Cups by Cica Gomez
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 porcelain yellow coffee cups by Cica Gomez Price for set of 4. Dimensions: Ø 6.5 x H 6 cm Materials: Porcelain Usual objects. My work is first driven by the search for...
Porcelain
$188 / item
Pen Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Pen Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: Oak, Natural Oil Wax Dimensions: W 18 / 14, D 9, H 5 / 7cm A set of three vertical and two horizontal stacking boxes constructed of v...
Oak
$188 / item
Butter Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Butter Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: Oak, Natural Oil Wax Dimensions: W 18 / 14, D 9, H 5 / 7cm A set of three vertical and two horizontal stacking boxes constructed o...
Oak
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
$188 / item
Large Pino Boxes by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Large 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 constructed o...
Oak