A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
“Fit Mirror” Travertine Marble and Rusty Iron Minimalist Mirror by Aparentment
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The Fit Mirror is a sculptural mirror defined by the dialogue between stone and metal. Its base is composed of three carefully treated blocks of Travertine ...
Marble, Travertine, Iron
Quadris Ceiling Suspended Rectangular Mirror with Contemporary Matt Black Frame
Located in London, London
Modern ceiling suspended Quadris™ rectangular mirror with rounded edges and a minimalist matte black frame and panel backing. Designed and made in London, UK. Fully customisable. Di...
Aluminum
$4,577 / item
Flow Wall Mirror, Natural Sand – by Rive Roshan
By Rive Roshan
Located in Amsterdam, Amsterdam
The Flow wall mirror is part of the 'Sand in Motion' collection – a family of sculptural objects manufactured from 3D printed sand, using technology that was developed for the German...
Other
Orbis Ceiling Suspended Round Mirror with Blackened Stainless Steel Frame
Located in London, London
Industrial style ceiling suspended Orbis™ round mirror with a blackened stainless steel frame and black backing panel. Our unique collections of ceiling suspended mirrors are design...
Stainless Steel
Orbis Ceiling Mounted Suspended Modern Round Mirror, Architectural Tipo Frame
Located in London, London
Modern ceiling suspended Orbis™ round mirror with an architectural TIPO™ frame. Designed and handcrafted in London, UK, this mirror combines the refined simplicity of the Orbis™ desi...
Brass
Wall-to-wall Orbis Contemporary Round Mirror with Architectural Tipo Brass Frame
Located in London, London
Modern wall-to-wall Orbis™ round mirror with an architectural TIPO™ frame. Designed and handcrafted in London, UK, this mirror combines the refined simplicity of the Orbis™ design wi...
Brass
Modern Orbis Flag Round Mirror with Geometrical Tipo Brass Frame
Located in London, London
Modern Flag Orbis™ round mirror with an elegant TIPO™ architectural frame. The mirror is wall-mounted with two elegant side arms extending from the wall. Designed and handcrafted in ...
Brass
Orbis Ceiling Hanging Suspended Round Art Deco Mirror with a Brushed Brass Frame
Located in London, London
Modern ceiling suspended Orbis™ round mirror with a minimalist brushed brass frame and a black panel backing. Dimensions: 550mm (21.65") diameter x 30mm (1.18") deep Mirror is illustrated with a drop of 850mm (33.5") but is fully customisable. Please contact our team for information. Our unique collections of ceiling suspended mirrors...
Brass
Set of 2 Luna Half-Moon Bronze Tinted Round Frameless Contemporary Mirrors, XL
Located in London, London
Set of two minimalist half-moon Luna™ bronze tinted frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible installation in 4 different directio...
Glass
Set of 2 Luna Semi-Circular Bronze Tinted Minimalist Frameless Mirrors, Medium
Located in London, London
Set of two minimalist half-moon Luna™ bronze tinted frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible installation in 4 different directio...
Glass
Walnut Custom Handmade Large Format Shattered Mirror
By George Nakashima, Zaha Hadid, Figure Ground, Shiro Kuramata
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Constructed from solid American walnut the mirror is a portal to another universe. Standing at 6’+ tall it doubles space and stands at your favorite wall for the creation of the days...
Mirror, Walnut
Walnut Custom Handmade Large Format Shattered Mirror
By Zaha Hadid, Figure Ground, Shiro Kuramata, George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Constructed from solid American walnut the mirror is a portal to another universe. Standing at 6’+ tall it doubles space and stands at your favorite wall for the creation of the days...
Mirror, Walnut
“Sun Mirror Brass” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Mirror by Aparentment
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The Marblelous Sun Mirror is a minimalist style mirror consisting of a treated Carrara marble base. The back part of the mirror is made of solid brass and treated with special oils f...
Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
“Sun Mirror Copper” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Mirror by Aparentment
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The Marblelous Sun Mirror is a minimalist style mirror consisting of a treated Carrara marble base. The back part of the mirror is made of solid copper and treated with special oils ...
Marble, Carrara Marble, Copper
New Mirror by Jonathan Nesci in Spun and Coated Aluminum and Mirrored Glass
Located in Columbus, IN
The new mirror is made in spun, and powder-coated aluminum with an inset 1/4" thick mirrored glass. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume Gallery...
Aluminum
Set of 2 Luna Half-Moon Silver + Rose Gold Round Frameless Minimal Mirrors, XL
Located in London, London
Set of two charming and minimalist rose gold (peach) and standard silver Luna™ half-moon frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible...
Mirror
Set of 2 Luna Half-Moon Black Tinted Frameless Contemporary Mirrors, Medium
Located in London, London
Set of two minimalist half-moon Luna™ black tinted frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible installation in 4 different direction...
Glass
Set of 2 Luna Semi-Circular Bronze Tinted Minimalist Frameless Mirrors, Large
Located in London, London
Set of two minimalist half-moon Luna™ bronze tinted frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible installation in 4 different directio...
Glass
Set of 2 Luna Half-Moon Black Tinted Round Minimalist Frameless Mirrors, Regular
Located in London, London
Set of two minimalist half-moon Luna™ black tinted frameless mirrors with a floating effect. Fitted with a quality hanging system for a flexible installation in 4 different direction...
Glass
$995
H 34.25 in W 13.5 in D 0.88 in
English Rectangular Beveled Wall Mirror with Oak Frame (H 34 1/4 x W 13 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English rectangular framed wall or parlour mirror from the late 19th century, featuring a beveled glass mirror plate surrounded by a patinated carved oak frame. Dimensions: H...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Oak
French Rattan Rectangular Mirror with Ring Details, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
1950s French Riviera rattan rectangular mirror with rings accents on the frame. Unusual handcrafted rattan rectangular mirror accented by cir...
Cane, Mirror, Rattan
Slash Mirror by Arielle Assouline-Lichten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cube base with 6" round mirror, brass edges and rubber backing. The perfect addition to your desk or vanity. The mirror is removable. Choose between three color bases -concrete, wh...
Mirror
$2,790 / item
H 39.38 in W 26.38 in D 1.58 in
Modern Wall Mirror Lake 1 with Base in Stainless Steel by Noom
By NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
"Lakes" is a nature-inspired collection of sculptural mirrors designed by French designers Maryna Dague and Nathan Baraness. The collection takes its name from the shorelines of lake...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Copper, Steel, Stainle...
Wise Mirror, Eze by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Wise mirror, Eze by Colé Italia with Lorenza Bozzoli Dimensions: H.57 D.15 W.19 cm Materials: High forehead mirror mask in solid beech wood wing stained ...
Metal, Brass
$1,343Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.48 in W 20.08 in D 4.73 in
Italian Polished Brass Table Mirror with Marble Adjustable Vanity Base, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful table mirror in brass with adjustable marble vanity base vanity. This elegant midcentury table or makeup mirror was designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. ...
Brass
$5,721 / item
H 70.87 in W 51.19 in D 1.19 in
Industrial Style Silver Iron Frame Paneled Aged Glass Rounded Edges Mirror
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Pescetta presents its collection of Industrial, vintage effect mirrors. Each mirror is a unique handmade piece, characterized by Italian quality ...
Iron, Silver Leaf
ClassiCon Castellar Wall Mirror by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Eileen Gray understood how to combine the aesthetic with the practical as did few designers. The geometrically structured mirror castellar, designed for her summerhouse E1027, is a proof of this. With castellar the swivel-mounted section allows you to easily view your profile. Everything is reduced to the essentials, but it is all within easy reach. Wall mirror with a swivel-mounted section. Chromium-plated steel frame. Mirror made of polished crystal glass...
Glass
Mid Century Wall Mirror with Walnut and Capiz Shell Frame
Located in New York, NY
Chic rectangular wall mirror having a voguish frame with walnut trim surrounding its gold toned capiz shell interior. Currently configured to hand vertically, the mirror can easily be reconfigured to hang horizontally if you prefer. Total H 48 x...
Shell, Mirror, Walnut
Gio Ponti Mid-Century Round Brass Mirror with Wavy Frame, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Incredibly elegant and unique Italian Mid-Century wall mirror in solid brass, attributed to Gio Ponti, produced in Italy during the 1950s. Fully original and in amazing condition. T...
Metal, Brass
Drexel Heritage Modern Large Walnut Framed Beveled Mirror
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern walnut framed large beveled glass mirror. By Drexel Heritage. USA, 1980s Measures: 33.63" W x 1.38" D x 48" H. Very good original vintage condition.
Mirror, Walnut
Danish Mid Century Modern Sleek Frame Rectangle Wall Mirror MINT!
By Drexel, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Sleek Frame Rectangle Wall Mirror MINT!
Mirror, Walnut
Bespoke Listing for Laurie Set of 2 Half-Moon Pieces
Located in London, London
All specifications for this particular listing are as detailed in the quotation already provided and approved. **We will supply our shop drawings as soon as the order is placed.** ...
Glass
Sold
H 29.77 in W 18.23 in D 1.19 in
Listing for Set of 2 Bespoke Mirrors for Jeremiah Suspended Neska Patina
Located in London, London
The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard size of the suspended Quadris™ mirror with a matte black frame. All speci...
Brass
Set of 2 Bespoke mirrors for Alexander Design
Located in London, London
The price in this bespoke entry is provided for an order of one mirror. The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard ...
Brass
Sold
H 1.19 in Dm 30.01 in
Listing for Timothy Set of 2 Bespoke Sus Orbis Mirrors Blackened Stainless Steel
Located in London, London
The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard size of the Orbis Suspended Round Mirror w...
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.19 in Dm 21.66 in
Bespoke listing for Nina Orbis Suspended Mirror Brushed Brass Frame Arm 40"
Located in London, London
Modern ceiling suspended Orbis™ round mirror with a minimalist brushed brass frame and a black panel backing. Dimensions: 550mm (21.65") diameter x 30mm (1.18") deep Mirror with a ...
Brass
Sold
H 39.02 in W 15.01 in D 1.62 in
Bespoke Listing for Isaac Sus Quadris Polished Stainless Steel Front Illum
Located in London, London
The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard size of the suspended Quadris™ mirror with a matte black frame. All speci...
Aluminum
Sold
H 31.03 in W 20.01 in D 1.19 in
Listing for Set of 3 Bespoke Mirrors for Zoe Sus Quadris Matte Black frame
Located in London, London
The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard size of the suspended Quadris™ mirror with a matte black frame. All speci...
Aluminum
Sold
H 20.01 in W 18 in D 1.19 in
Listing for Set of 2 Bespoke Mirrors for Brett Sus Quadris Brushed Nickel Plated
Located in London, London
The images in this bespoke listing do not represent the approved modifications, and they refer to a standard size of the suspended Quadris™ mirror with a matte black frame. All speci...
Aluminum
Sold
H 0.24 in Dm 19.69 in
Set of 2 Luna Half-Moon Black Tinted Round Minimalist Frameless Mirror, Regular
Located in London, London
Original and minimalist half-moon black tinted frameless mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to the wall. Designed and made ...
Glass
Modernist 'Orbit' Wall Mirror by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast
By Bieffeplast
Located in New York, NY
An ingenious designed modernist 'Orbit' wall mirror by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast. This mirror allows for an angled view through the accom...
Steel
Sold
H 0.24 in Dm 23.63 in
Luna™ 2 Half-Moon Pieces Black Tinted Circular Bespoke Frameless Mirror, Medium
Located in London, London
Original and minimalist half-moon black tinted frameless mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to the wall. Designed and made ...
Glass
Sold
H 0.24 in Dm 31.5 in
Luna™ 2 Half-Moon Pieces Bronze Tinted Round Minimalist Frameless Mirror, Large
Located in London, London
Original and minimalist half-moon bronze tinted frameless mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to the wall. Designed and made...
Glass