Minimalist Armchairs
MINIMALIST STYLE
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.
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Style: Minimalist
Set of 3 Armchair Black Smoke Steel & Natural Tobacco Leather Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Dark Brown Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3, Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Old Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Black Smoke Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle Leather Contemporary Design
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Dark Brown Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Black Smoke Steel and Dark Brown Saddle, Contemporary Design
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Dark Brown Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2, Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair Black Smoke Steel & Natural Tobacco Leather Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair Black Smoke Steel and Black Leather Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Black Smoke Steel and Dark Brown Saddle Leather, Contemporary Design
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Fartura Armchair in Neotenic Style by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
"Fartura" in Portuguese, means abundance, wealth. Not in the financial sense exactly, but of everything that brings joy and happiness. It is a term widely used in Italian family meals, to represent the quantity and variety of food on the table.
Fartura armchair appropriates this concept exactly, with a solid wood structure of large and succulent proportions. Inspired by the concept of Neotenic Design...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Fur, Synthetic, Hardwood
Kent Armchair Designed by Master for Lemon in Romo Forenza Cotton Velvet
By Master
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Kent armchair is a testament to the artistry of form and fabrication. It embodies an elegant silhouette, drawing inspiration from the iconic elements of Italian 1950s design, inc...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Modern Upholstered Armchair in Arctic White
Located in Westwood, NJ
A perfect blend of minimalist design and luxurious comfort. This exquisite armchair features a sleek, angular frame upholstered in premium arctic white performance fabric, providing both elegance and durability. The simple solid wood base, finished in a rich straw wash stain, adds warmth and sophistication, making this chair a standout piece in your home decor.
Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, or reading nooks, this armchair not only enhances the visual appeal of your space but also offers superior comfort with its plush cushions and ergonomic design.
Dimensions: 37" W x 36" D x 36" H
Seat 24...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sol Chair in Coated Aluminum and Spinneybeck Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Sol chair in powder-coated aluminum, perforated steel sheet. Top cushion is made of foam with a down topping and stitched in Spinneybeck leather. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Arm Rest Chair in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arm rest chair
Cream Lacquer
Metal base
Contemporary
Hand made
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C...
Category
2010s Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Armchair UMI by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
UMI Armchair by Rostislav Sorokoviy – A Sculptural Statement of Comfort and Playfulness
Designed by Rostislav Sorokoviy, the UMI Armchair blurs the line between functional furniture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Armchair " ina" Outdoor by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Ina Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Discover the Ina Armchair, a timeless piece designed with architectural and geometric precision. This outdoor armchair combines lightness and simp...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Studio Stirling Angular Sling Set of 2
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Angular sling chair is spacious, comfortable and striking in its looks. It has an air of functional elegance. It has an angular metal frame and is co...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Blue Navy Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Dark Brown Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Blue Navy Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Black Smoke Steel and Black Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Black Smoke Steel & Blue Navy Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of Minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Dark Brown Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 2, Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Navy Blue Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 3, Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Navy Blue Saddle, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Old Silver Steel & Navy Blue Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Black Smoke Steel & Blue Navy Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Blue Navy Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Aged Brass Steel & Natural Tobacco Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair, Aged Brass Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary armchair belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
"Amélia" armchair in tauari wood and cane
By Andre Grippi
Located in República, SP
The Amélia chair was created during a constant search by the designer for the direct transposition of form into matter. The warmth of the wood and the str...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Minimalist Modern Outdoor Armchair, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor armchair or lounge chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection, design is based on the flaps part of aircrafts. This element is possible to be seen in the arms curv...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Charred Sou Sugi Ban Ash "Brass Chair" Hand-Shaped Solid Wood Minimal Armchair
By Stefan Rurak
Located in Biddeford, ME
This chair evokes a feeling of solidity, weight and forward movement. Notable features are the "negative back" where the backrest appears to float. Ergonomically-friendly features in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Armchair "Helena" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
This award winning minimalist armchair 'Helena' designed by Samuel Lamas has an architectonic and geometric reasoning. The aim is to create a simple chair, with pure geometric shapes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
21st Century Red Rolling Stone Armchair in Aluminium Modular Seat for outside
By [1+2=8], Andrea Barra
Located in Milano, IT
It is an armchair,
in Aluminium, for outside.
with 4 different seats inside,
you just have to roll it, and you will find a seat, higher, a lower, ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Vienna Lounge Armchair by Colé, Beechwood, Green Cushions Minimalist Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Vienna longue
A living room armchair in wood and straw, that recalls the exclusive club atmosphere but in a contemporary key. Vienna is an extraordinarily comfortable and elegant lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Vienna Lounge Canaletto by Colé, Red Upholstered Cushions Contemporary Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
A living room armchair in wood and straw, that recalls the exclusive club atmosphere but in a contemporary key. Vienna is an extraordinarily comfortable and elegant lounge armchair d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Sosa Armless White Bouclet Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
5-6 week production time
With its monolithic structure and its perfect integration with the floor it is on, the Sosa armchair offers an image that is different from the usual form an...
Category
2010s Turkish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood
Mr. Cane, hand canned wicker dining armchair with a self adjustable swivel back
Located in beirut, LB
The Mr. Cane chair is an architectural piece that is versatile and comfortable to utilize.
Mr. Cane is a solid wood chair with a traditionally hand-caned seat and swivel backrest.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Armchair "Helena" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Helena Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Introducing the Helena Armchair, an award-winning minimalist masterpiece designed by Samuel Lamas. This chair is crafted with an architectural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of MINGX Armchairs by Konstantin Grcic for Driade
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Contemporary modern Minimalist
Measures : 71x56cl H:75 SH:42cm
Materials : Steel - Leather
MINGX by Konstantin Grcic for Driade The Mingx collection designed by Konstantin Grcic for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Sosa Armless Chair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Standing out with its round details and upholstery covering its entire surface, Sosa Sofa is coming to your living room with its minimalist and simple approach that you will enjoy ex...
Category
2010s Turkish Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Foam, Upholstery, Bouclé
Minimalist Steel Armchair, c.1980
Located in Surbiton, GB
Late 20th century minimalist armchairs composed from tubular and sheet steel frames with removable cushions upholstered in a vintage Missoni fabric...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Black Iron Cubistic Chair
Located in Munich, DE
Cubistic and very minimalistic armchair attributed to Netherlands 1980s.
Measures: 76 H x 93 W x 93 D cm SH 39.
Category
1980s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Iron
21st Century Grey Rolling Stone Armchair in Aluminium Modular Seat for outside
By Andrea Barra, [1+2=8]
Located in Milano, IT
It is an armchair,
in alluminium, for outside..
with 4 different seats inside,
you just have to roll it, and you will find a seat, higher, a lower...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
"Amélia" armchair in tauari wood and cane
By Andre Grippi
Located in República, SP
The Amélia chair was created during a constant search by the designer for the direct transposition of form into matter. The warmth of the wood and the str...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Knotty Rattan Indoor-Outdoor Armchair and Footrest/Ottoman, Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Looped are a set of armchairs in polyethylene rattan, comprising of sculptural knot forms. Edwards Anker says: “The affect of the form imitates the function, which is to embrace the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Contemporary Armchair in Tropical Brazilian Hardwood, Rahyja Afrange
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This furniture was designed following extensive research, experimentation and the study of ergonomics. The structure contrasts with the Fine lattice of the backrest and the seating. ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Minimalist Brazilian Armchair "Sandra" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Sandra Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Introducing the Sandra Armchair, an award-winning minimalist masterpiece crafted from steel, solid wood, and lea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Minimalist armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Denmark, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include and Georg Thams. 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. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,073 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $2,119.