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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Barbican Bedside Tables
Located in London, GB
Handmade in the English Lake District from European oak and native British ash, the Barbican bedside tables bring together bold geometry and traditional craftsmanship. Inspired by br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Ash, Oak

AMAZONITE Dry Green & Beige Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Restoration Hardware Oversized Linen Slipcover Sofa in Neutral Sand Tone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inviting and elegantly understated, this oversized linen slipcover sofa by Restoration Hardware embodies modern comfort and timeless craftsmanship. Expertly upholstered in a light sa...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood

Alcove Bench Upholstered In Olive Velvet With Fringe Skirt Trim By Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Collection embraces a bold silhouette — rectangular and linear — that gently r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Green wood and brass textured finish dining table handmade in Italy
Located in Rimini, IT
The Nature table has a wooden frame and is characterized by rounded corners and slightly curved lines is presented with a textured scagliola finish on both the top and the outside of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Perícia dining table
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
PERICIA DINIG TABLE, designed in 2025. This dining table has an asymmetric triangular table top with rounded edges. Available in custom dimensions. To view our other wood options pl...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Perícia dining table
Perícia dining table
$14,100 / item
Large Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Photo / Picture Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century photo or picture frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked Cartier / Sterling / 53 / Hand Made Sight Height: ca. 9 7/8 in...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Perícia credenza
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
PERICIA CREDENZA, designed in 2025. Handmade by skilled artisans in solid oak. The credenza has intricate joining details based on traditional Portuguese craftmenship.. Bespoke di...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Perícia credenza
Perícia credenza
$18,800 / item
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Pink Dot - Small Dots
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Acrylic, Polyester

Custom-Made Tripod Dining Chair in Customer’s Own Fabric by Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural dining chair redefines minimalism through sensual tactility and structural harmony. Its monolithic form, crafted with continuous flowing geometry, creates a sense of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Foam, Wood

Set of 4 Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces in Opalene Glass w/ 24Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning set of four modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces, created in Italy in the 21st century, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless allure associated with V...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

Lilly Coffee Table, Organic Cast Brass Legs & Cascading Glossy Lacquered Tops
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An expressive centerpiece that redefines organic form through color and reflection. The Lily Cluster Coffee Table features four petal-like tops that interlock at varied heights, crea...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Topazio Blue and Cappuccino Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished beauty with a quiet, powerful presence. A talisman for the ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Couture Maximalism Style Armchair Offered In COM w/ Lacquered Frame-Jose' Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Rounded lounge chair constructed with a continuous, monolithic frame in high-gloss lacquered wood. The frame forms the arms and base in one uninterrupted element with rounded interna...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Platea Coffee Table In Matte Walnut By Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Platea isn’t just a table — it’s a micro-landscape of connection and play. Conceived as an abstract composition of fluid wooden platforms, each tier rises and overlaps like a natural...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Architectural Handcrafted Walnut Nightstand Side Table
Located in London, GB
Architectural walnut Pillar nightstands or end/side tables. Early European modernism inspired with a dash of Japanese minimalism - focusing on the beauty of the materials and constru...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Barrel Armchair Sits On Cylindrical Wooden Base-Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This contemporary armchair is meticulously engineered to serve as an anchor of both style and sanctuary within your living space. It seamlessly delivers superior, enveloping comfort ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Arouca Table Light
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
AROUCA TABLE LIGHT, designed in 2024. Artisanal table light with a cube ceramic base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature, s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Linen

Arouca Table Light
Arouca Table Light
$1,081 / item
Arouca Table Light
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
AROUCA TABLE LIGHT, designed in 2024. Artisanal table light with a cube ceramic base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature, s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Linen

Arouca Table Light
Arouca Table Light
$1,081 / item
Mies van der Rohe MR10 Chairs Set of Four 1970s Rattan Chrome Gavina Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four iconic MR10 armless chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and manufactured by Gavina, Italy. These Mid-Century Modern classics showcase the master architect's commi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Perícia dining chair - paper cord / multi
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
PERICIA DINIG CHAIR, designed in 2025. Timeless design with an organic shaped backrest. This chair comes in two backrest options: Upholstered or papercord weaving. Crafted by hand i...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Papercord, Oak

Ebanista “Vienna” Angled Sofa Upholstered in Linen Fabric, Made in Los Angeles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and architecturally sculpted “Vienna” angled sofa designed and manufactured in Los Angeles, California by the renowned luxury furniture house Ebanista. This American-made ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood

Contemporary Voluminous 2-seater Sofa with Rounded Contours By Carlos Soriano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary minimalist modular 2-seater sofa with rounded contours. The sofa is upholstered in a deep navy blue velvet. It consists of three connected modules, giving it a symmetric...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Viola Sputnik Lamp 16 dark Purple Color Shades Brass Structure by Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
The "Viola Sputnik Lamp 16" is a striking, bespoke lighting masterpiece. Crafted from solid brass, its structure features sixteen arms, each ending with a semi-globe shade in deep vi...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Mottled & Smoked Interlocking Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A stunning display of Italian glassmaking ingenuity, this 21st-century modernist chandelier showcases hand-blown Murano glass crafted into interlocking elements with a mottled and sm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Terzani “Solune” Suspension Lamp Pendant by Jean-François Crochet, Italy, 1990s
Located in Lisse, NL
A refined and atmospheric suspended lamp designed by Jean-François Crochet for Terzani, Florence, Italy. This elegant piece, model Ref. 0F61S, exemplifies Terzani’s mastery in combin...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Indoor/Outdoor Dining Table in Handcrafted Terracotta Matte Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A warm and sculptural designer piece handcrafted with reinforced resin and finished in a Terracotta Matte texture that evokes the natural beauty of unglazed clay. The surface reveals...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

Gaetano Pesce Indian Summer Vase L Resin Grey Turquoise
Located in barasso, IT
Indian Summer vase - Clear grey, matt turquoise Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - ø 22cm x H 36cm Colours: Clear grey an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Ripple Armchair with Sculptural Wood Base-Sidani Design
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

Modern Scala Luxury Polished Parchment Cocktail Table - The Sphere
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Modern Scala Luxury Polished Parchment Cocktail Table - The Sphere.
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin, Ebony

Scandinavian Modern Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas by Ebba Carstensen, 1966
Located in Odense, DK
A captivating Scandinavian Modern abstract oil painting by Danish modernist Ebba Carstensen (1885–1967), created in 1966. Carstensen, a prominent member of the artists’ collective Gr...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Topazio Deep Bordeaux and Cappuccino Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished beauty with a quiet, powerful presence. A talisman for the ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Perícia dining chair - paper cord / blue
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
PERICIA DINIG CHAIR, designed in 2025. Timeless design with an organic shaped backrest. This chair comes in two backrest options: Upholstered or papercord weaving. Crafted by hand i...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Papercord, Oak

Swivel Dining Chair w/ Architectural Silhouette—Sotiris Lazou Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This iconic fully upholstered chair is a masterful exercise in minimalist design, combining sleek volume with unparalleled comfort. Every detail has been precisely chosen to ensure t...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Sculptural Chair in Bouclé Upholstery with Architectural Silhouette By Mondo
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural dining chair redefines minimalism through sensual tactility and structural harmony. Its monolithic form, crafted with continuous flowing geometry, creates a sense of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Foam, Wood

Alvar Aalto Style Work or Dining Table by Farstrup Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish, 2000's Alvar Aalto style desk or dining table designed with square tables with bentwood legs. Made by Farstrup Møbler. In original condition with four individual legs and be...
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Bauhaus Arts and Crafts Modernist Large Aluminum Box, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
This remarkable early 20th-century modernist aluminum box is a true testament to masterful craftsmanship and innovative design. The rare piece was crafted in Germany circa 1920. Its...
Category

Early 20th Century German Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Contemporary Pair Of Barrel Armchairs in Eggplant Velvet-Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sophisticated pair of lounge chairs blending the sensual curves of modern design with the refined geometry of Art Deco. Each chair is upholstered in plush amethyst velvet, highligh...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Sculptural Chair in Bouclé Upholstery with Architectural Silhouette By Mondo
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural dining chair redefines minimalism through sensual tactility and structural harmony. Its monolithic form, crafted with continuous flowing geometry, creates a sense of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bouclé, Foam

Two Contemporary Armchairs w Curved Back Wrapping Around To Form Armrests-Mondo
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Two contemporary armchairs upholstered in a rich burnt orange velvet & orange faux leather. The armchairs have a distinctive, modern design with thick, curved backs that wrap aro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Faux Leather, Foam

JASPER, GEMMA & AMETISTA Set of 3 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Pillows Blue and Brown
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

French Midcentury Carved Stone Dining Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Fabulous vintage French dining table of circa 1970, carved from a unique block of Moroccan marble populated by the fossilized remains of a variety of marine life. Dagger-shaped belem...
Category

20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone

Geometric Cube Blocks Sofa in Rich Emerald Green Velvet By Mondo
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This 3-Seater Sofa combines a solid and contemporary design with inviting upholstery, creating a piece that offers superior comfort and a strong presence in any living room. Ideal fo...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Foam

22–24-Person Outdoor Brutalist Table in Solid Oak & Belgian Bluestone-Heerenhuis
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A contemporary outdoor dining table made in the traditional way, using authentic materials. Bluestone table top can be cleaned regularly with damp cloth. If you need to remove any st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Blush Camel Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Throw Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Gucci Silvered and Gilded Square Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incorporate a hint of elegance into your private interior with this exceptional Gucci-designed picture frame, a true masterpiece from the brand's prestigious Interior Collection. Exp...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate, Chrome

Mahogany Three-Seater Sofa by Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mahogany frame sofa with eight legs and exposed wood panels on either side. Designed and made circa 1938 by Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Fully restored to reveal the mahoga...
Category

1930s Danish Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Contemporary Burnt-Orange Velvet and Lacquer Bench By Mondo Design Group
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural bench unites bold color with tactile contrast, balancing function and form in a contemporary collectible design. One side is crafted from a solid, glossy lacquer bloc...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Bertu Benches, Suelo Modern Walnut Bench, Upholstered, Artisan
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Walnut Suelo® Bench is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This walnut silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek, topped with a comfortable cushion. The S...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Red Marble Round Dining Table W/ Pedestal in Deep Burgundy Lacquer- Mondo Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The stylish round dining table combines sculptural presence with refined material luxury. Its circular top is crafted from richly veined red marble, revealing natural movement in sha...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Round clear thick cut vintage crystal starburst glass ashtray
Located in East Quogue, NY
Clear, thick, unmarked, round, crystal-cut glass ashtray in perfect condition. It has a star/sunburst cut motif in the center with leaf-cut design detail around the edges. A pret...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

8'10"x11'9" Gray Pure Wool Peshawar Hand Knotted Oceanic Fish Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted, Pure Wool Afghan Peshawar with Colorful Oceanic Fish Design Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuri...
Category

2010s Afghan Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Ochre Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Acrylic, Polyester

Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver 925 Money Clip #369
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Georg Jensen, number 369, 925 sterling silver round horseshoe style money clip. Made in Denmark. Dimensions: 2" x 0.25" (Diameter x Height) / 22.8 g
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary “Galba III” Wall Sconce in White Plaster with Knifed Finish
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The “Galba III” Wall Sconce is a contemporary lighting sculpture and part of Benediko’s Galba Collection — a series of hand-sculpted lighting objects available in different colors, s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Avant-Garde Sofa with Jumbo Channel Back in Light Blue Crushed Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Avant-garde sofa design with jumbo, paired channels slightly resembling lady fingers from the back and balanced with a single tight bench seat. Outside back reveals primary red eel s...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Bertu Stool, Cicely Wood Back Counter Stool, White Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These Wood Back Cicely Counter Stool are beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ar...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Red Over Black III Abstract Hand-Knotted Himalayan Wool Rug by David Johnson
By David Stephen Johnson
Located in New York, NY
The first in a debut collection by the abstract expressionist David Stephen Johnson. From his heralded piece Red Over Black III. Hand-knotted from the most luxurious Himalayan wool, ...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

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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