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Modern Furniture

MODERN STYLE

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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.

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Item type: New and Made To Order
Style: Modern
Ripple Armchair – Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ripple Armchair draws from the soft rhythm of water and air, vertical lines echoing ripples, pillars and sculpted silence. Its base anchors the form, while the upholstered seat f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Alcove Linear Sofa – Curved Backseat with Fringe Base In Caramel Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Modern Counter Chair Flock CS2/65 cm with Wooden Legs in Various fabrics by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Faux Fur

Contemporary Coffee Table with Amorphous Shape, Crafted from Wood with Plaster
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This extraordinary coffee table is a true work of art, distinguished by its captivating amorphous shape that defies conventional geometry, creating a fluid and organic silhouette. Th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Contemporary Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer L Vase Soft Resin Clear And White
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase, clear and matt white. Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - ø 22cm x H 36cm. Colours: clear and matt whi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bowl Little Bird Swallow Cute Decorative Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Rondine Bowl Contemporary Glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani Unique Piece The Rondine Bowl by Simone Crestani is a poetic celebration of lightness and nature, part of his enchanting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Polifemo - Sculptural Sconce Dimmable in Aged Brass Onyx Mongoy Wood LED light
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
We designed Polifemo to be a small sculptural piece intended to softly illuminate and emphasize corners of a home or any space that needs gentle ambient lighting. The piece's name r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of Contemporary Handcrafted Armchairs with Bold Art Deco Character
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This is a modern, upholstered armchair characterized by its distinctive design where the armrests seamlessly connect and flow into the backrest. This creates a continuous, rounded, a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Set of 6 Dining Chairs Gropius CS2 in Venus Velvet with Wooden Legs by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Acrylic, Ash, Cotton, Linen, Faux Fur, Wood

Vitis 5 Chandelier by RBW in Frosted Smoke Blown Glass and White Wire
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Vitis 5 / Chandelier Designed by RBW Designed so that no two installations are exactly alike, Vitis, is a draped modular statement chandelier with customizable possibilities. Its fl...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Sectional Sofa Upholstered in Velvet with an Upholstered Plinth Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This generously proportioned modular sofa offers exceptional versatility and comfort through its thoughtfully designed components, all seamlessly upholstered in a cohesive material. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Conservatory Outdoor Dining Table in Stainless Steel Powder Coated White
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Conservatory Collection offers a window to a bygone era, when conservatories and orangeries were sanctuaries of peace and quiet, seamlessly blending the indoors with the natural ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Chaise Sossego in solid Brazilian wood and natural straw
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Chaise Sossego was created to offer moments of rest with elegance and authenticity. With its organic design and construction entirely in solid wood, it combines smooth, flowing l...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Straw, Hardwood

Conservatory Sun Lounger in Stainless Steel Powder Coated White with Cushion
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Conservatory Collection offers a window to a bygone era, when conservatories and orangeries were sanctuaries of peace and quiet, seamlessly blending the indoors with the natural ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Style Armchair In Moss Green Velvet & Matte Walnut
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sophisticated design piece, this upholstered armchair with metal accents offers both exceptional comfort and undeniable elegance. Featuring smooth lines and a robust build, its con...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Modern Chair Gropius CS1 in Matt Stain-Resistant Velvet Fabric by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of craft...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wool, Bouclé, Acrylic, Ash, Sheepskin, Cotton, Linen, Fa...

Dining Chair Hello Artistry Edition in Patience & Gough recycled velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
NOOM x Patience & Gough Present a Bold Collaboration Bridging HELLO chair, Textile, and NFT Art In a bold cross-disciplinary collaboration with British design studio Patience & Goug...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur

Modern Flock Sofa in Kvadrat Gentle 2 fabric Width 210 cm by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Ash, Faux Fur, Velvet, Bouclé, Wool, Fabric

Customizable Electric Reclining Sofa For Home Cinemas In High Resistance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Relax 4 seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This modular sofa with its impeccable proportions offers a wide variety of compositions ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wire

Small Burgundy Study Desk with Natural Linoleum Table Top & Drawer, Customizable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
This small study desk is made with a beetroot powder-coated steel frame and a burgundy coloured natural linoleum tabletop. The linoleum for our desks is selected for the ecological p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Conservatory Outdoor Chair in Stainless Steel Powder Coated White with Cushions
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Conservatory Collection offers a window to a bygone era, when conservatories and orangeries were sanctuaries of peace and quiet, seamlessly blending the indoors with the natural ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Handcrafted Sawtooth Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
Solid English Ash 'Sawtooth' dining chair with a radical and robust signature design by James Torble. As dining chairs are typically viewed from behind - these have a magnificent sawtooth relief cut into the back of them. The chair features precisely hand-cut visible construction joints and a smooth curved concave back rest. A substantial handcrafted chair that is built to last. Also available in white oak and black walnut. International shipping quotes upon request. Please contact us for any further information. James designs and makes furniture that is fun to live with, while being sensitive to the demands of natural timber. He takes design inspiration from a wide range of sources, from English pub...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Ash

Textile Poster, Contemporary Handwoven Tapestry by Andrew Boos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wall hanging is a one of a kind heirloom piece, inspired by brutalism, and Joseph Albers studies on the interactions of colors. The entire process of creating this wall hanging...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Upholstered Bench Offered With Ebony Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This bench is as great to look at as it is to sit on. Always eye pleasing with contrast cording, chocolate brown leather straps and ebony wood finish. As comfortable in a den as it...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Conservatory Large Outdoor Dining Table in Stainless Steel Powder Coated White
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Conservatory Collection offers a window to a bygone era, when conservatories and orangeries were sanctuaries of peace and quiet, seamlessly blending the indoors with the natural ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

In-Stock Ceramic Kawa Vase 10, organic sculpture leather textured, SECOND
Located in Brooklyn, NY
SECOND QUALITY ITEM. 60% off list price. This item is a SECOND QUALITY item. This piece came out of the kiln with a small crack on the bottom of the piece. The crack was patched and...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Pilot Two Tiers Chandelier by RBW with 6 Pendants and Powder Coated Frame
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Pilot 2 Tiers / Chandelier Designed by RBW Inspired by organic forms, Pilot Sconce features a rounded, shell-like shade. Available in a range of colors, lengths, and finishes. Lots ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

New Modern Coffee Table in Black Marquinia marble, Designer Ivan Colominas
Located in Milan, IT
Coffee Table in Black Marquinia marble Size: 182.5 x 72.5 x 40.5 cm. - 71.86 x 28.5 x 15.9 in. Commercial name: Nissa Coffee Table in Black Marquinia, Nissa Collection by the Span...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Rubelita II Brown & Dry Green Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Black Forest Sculptural Armchair with Hand-Carved Legs in Chocolate Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece rooted in nature, the Black Forest lounge chair is defined by its bold, hand-carved legs—monumental forms that evoke ancient tree trunks or forest column...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Golden heart #33 with metal support base. Porcelain, gold leaf. Handmade Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
No description provided
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Willow 19, Blown Glass with Metal Dome Pendant Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The center orb of each Kadur pendant is filled with drizzled glass fibers, which are then encased within a pristine, outer glass sphere. Whether you want individual pendants, or a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Hugs Sculptural Small Sofa In Deep Chocolate Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted in luxurious velvet, this charming two-seater upholstered sofa features a distinctive design characterized by two plush, contoured backrest cushions, offering an inviting and...
Category

2010s Greek Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Black Forest Sculptural Sideboard with Hand-Carved Legs in American Walnut
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece rooted in nature, the Black Forest Sideboard is defined by its bold, hand-carved legs—monumental forms that evoke ancient tree trunks or forest columns. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Modern Fabric Pendant Light Phantasma set from Studio Mirei
Located in New York, NY
Providing perfect light in a unique form, this pendant lamp will complement a modern interior, providing a subtle glow and captivating ambiance. The name Phantasma comes from its ethereal shape reminiscent of souls departing from the earth and rising to the heavens, created entirely by hand using a special woven natural fiber from the banana tree that reveals its unique texture when illuminated by the light source inside. This award-winning design debuted at Salone Satellite in Milan in 2019 and is currently in stock and available in either natural color or silver. Custom sizing is available. Costantini is thrilled to announce US representation of Italian-based STUDIO MIREI...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber

Aleh Wave Chandelier Blown Glass by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A natural addition to any space, Aleh Wave is an ode to nature’s own sublime engineering composed by designer Sophia Han. Meaning leaf in Hebrew, Aleh Wave was inspired by the aest...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Custom-Made Swivel Armchair in BlackBerry Leather/ Ruby Red Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement in tone-on-tone green, this custom-made swivel armchair features a smooth matte leather shell enveloping a plush velvet seat. The silhouette is soft yet struct...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet, Leather

Vitis 5 Chandelier by RBW in Frosted Ivory Blown Glass and White Wire
By RBW
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Vitis 5 / Chandelier Designed by RBW Designed so that no two installations are exactly alike, Vitis, is a draped modular statement chandelier with customizable possibilities. Its fl...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Modern T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Dedar Jacquard, Walnut, Handmade By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
T50 Outdoors Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The T50 outdoors lounge chair pays homage to the retro aesthetics of 1950s design...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

71" Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience the unique aroma of scented cedar with this bench, sculpted from a single piece of wood. Its graceful arched base below the seat magnifies the exquisite wood grains and na...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

FIN table lamp, oxblood red glaze, hand built ceramic dome lamp by Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN Table Light in Oxblood Lustre — a captivating statement in rich, opulent red. The luxurious glaze, a deep crimson reminiscent of polished garnet, embodies refined craftsmanship a...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

ISLAND Dining Table - 52ӯ - Travertine Stone, Round, Stain Resistant, Modern
Located in St Petersburg, US
'Island' Round Dining Table in Beige Travertine Stone Island dining table showcases the refined simplicity and subtle elegance characteristic of Italian minimalist style. Constructed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Travertine

47" Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience the unique aroma of scented cedar with this bench, sculpted from a single piece of wood. Its graceful arched base below the seat magnifies the exquisite wood grains and na...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Style Armchair With Sculptural Silhouette In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A bold reinterpretation of mid-century form, this armchair features a sculptural silhouette wrapped in a curated trio of velvets. The frame is upholstered in golden olive velvet, con...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Velvet

Contemporary Dining Chair In Wooly Boucle & Leather-Frame In Walnut Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An elegant dining chair with sculptural poise. Crafted in solid wood with a warm, walnut-toned finish, its curved backrest and cut-out arm detail offer a refined play of form and str...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Bouclé

Modern Lounge Flock Sofa in Boucle Fabric Width 240 cm by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash

Contemporary Bench with Solid Wood Base and Upholstered Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This bench elevates any interior with its sculptural presence. Defined by a rounded, oversized silhouette and meticulous stitching, this piece strikes a perfect balance between bold ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Chunky Miter Side Table in Beetroot Stained Walnut by Mock Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Miter is an elemental side table that evokes mass and stability. It's available in yellow resin, raw aluminum, or beetroot stained walnut, with all three versions constructed by ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Custom-Made Swivel Armchair in Monotone Green—Leather Back & Velvet Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement in tone-on-tone green, this custom-made swivel armchair features a smooth matte leather shell enveloping a plush velvet seat. The silhouette is soft yet struct...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather, Velvet

Arflex Marenco Outdoor Armchair by Mario Marenco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Marenco Outdoor Armchair by Arflex reinterprets the iconic 1970s design for open-air environments, combining comfort, modularity, and structural innovation. Its construction feat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

FIN Shade Table Lamp, light blue, hand built ceramic lamp by Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN Azure Icefall Glaze Please note that this listing includes the table base and finial. Light bulbs are included with the lamp. If you would like the shade shown in the image, it ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Style Sofa in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Evoking the bold and historic strength of Scotland's kilts, this Sofa makes a powerful statement. Its design captures the essence of the kilt's dynamic folds, resulting in a comforta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original artwork. Oil, gesso, acrylic on canvas thin wood frame. The art + design continuum of form, space, texture and color theory...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Portofino Pink Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in pink velvet that adds depth and style to any setting. The tailored silhouette features v...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Jasper Pink & Brick - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Frilled Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Customizable ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table by Guilherme Torres
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee table of casual elegance. The metal-covered surface of the body also quotes futuristic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ivy Branch Floor Lamp by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring the beauty of climbing vines inside with our Ivy Branch Floor Lamp. Sculptural and unconventional, this piece bends organically as it reaches up toward the sun. The warm and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Balic Blue Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in rich chocolate velvet that adds depth and warmth to any setting. The tailored silhouette...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Style Leather Dining Chair In Green Ash Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An exercise in sculptural restraint, this armchair features a solid wood frame with softly contoured edges and a curved backrest that cradles the sitter. The architectural silhouette...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Schumacher, Vistosi, and Kartell. 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.

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