Minimalist Chairs
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
Bokken Chair Upholstered Walnut, Gold Leaf Back, Italian Rusty red Fine Velvet
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bokken upholstered chair in walnut stained beechwood, golden leaf backrest and padded seat covered with a top quality Rubelli velvet. Pure Italian quality.
An essential chair in the...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Modern Nest Chair in Black for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural egg shape. The pattern detail is remin...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 3 Wrought Iron Bar Stools, Olsson & Dam, Sweden, 1990s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 3 wrought iron bar stools with cow leather seats. Olsson & Dam design from the 1990s.
Category
1990s Swedish Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Natural Brazilian Wood Pipa Bar Stool in Minimal Style from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
From the Pipa collection, we launched the bar stool with the same principle of industrial rationalization and constructive simplicity used by the chair that started this line. In sol...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Studio Stirling Small Wheel Modern Minimal
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Wheel swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The chair has an open yet enveloping feel.
The pattern ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Antique Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Antique village chair that can also be used as a side table. We have a small collection. Lovely patina and character on this beautiful piece. Circa 1950....
Category
1950s Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Brutalist Minimal Dining Chair Black Wengue Wood, White Velvet Seat
Located in Porto, PT
Brutalist Minimal Dining Chair Black Wengue Wood, White Velvet Seat
The Alva Chair is a stylish black dining chair with a contrasting white upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Wenge
Andrianna Shamaris Rattan and Teak Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Hand woven rattan and teak wood framed chair. Full dimensions; 27.5" wide x 19" deep x 14.5" seat height x back rest 20" high x floor to top of back rest 32” high.
Own an Andrianna...
Category
2010s Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Ultraleggera Chair by Zieta Prozessdesign
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
Ultraleggera chair by Zieta Prozessdesign
Aluminum
1600 grams
Measures: H 77cm, W 58cm, D 60cm
"The lightest chair in the world!"
This chair is a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Steel
Spinnetto Chair by Chiavari, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Very elegant and minimal looking Spinetto Chiavari chair with fine black ebonized frame and wicker seat and manufactured in the 1960s by Chiavari, It...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Birch
Studio Stirling Twin Set Bubble
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking in its visual appeal. The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and relaxi...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Japanese Minimalist Abachi Wood Sculptural Chair Splint Stool by Sho Ota
By Sho Ota
Located in Amsterdam, NL
At the intersection of industrial design and craftsmanship, Sho's sculptural works are both minimalistic and multi-layered. Every piece of collectible design is handmade by Sho himse...
Category
2010s Dutch Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Impressive Antique Teak Wood Chair or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Large rare antique chair with the arms extended to rest your legs. Hand made from beautiful old teak wood. It’s all in the details. Circa 1950. Ful...
Category
1950s Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Solid Teak Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair hand carved from a single reclaimed teak wood block. Both usable and sculptural. We bleached the wood revealing the unique wood grain and added a butterfly detail to ...
Category
2010s Indonesian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are beautifully fluted and hand carved. We have a collection of four all one of a kind. The pr...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Minimalist Brazilian Chair "Joao" by Samuel Lamas in Leather Ch88
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
João Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Embrace the essence of modern Brazilian design with the João Armchair, a contemporary piece that skillfully combines strength and elegance. Inspi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Minimal and Modern Style Chair with Arms, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
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 curvature and the geometry of the metal structure. Com...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman Scoop Dining Chairs in COM
Located in New York, NY
"Scoop" dining chairs in COM designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Model #1228. USA, circa 1970.
Up to six (6) available; priced individually and includes custom reupholstery ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Bokken Chair, Walnut Structure Red Back, Minimalist Design made in Italy
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Beech, Lacquer
Minimalist Modern Outdoor Chair, Metal Structure with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection design, which is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pétiole Chair by Alexandre Labruère
Located in Paris, FR
pétiole chair
Tinted ash chair made by the designer Alexandre Labruyère in 2023. The Petiole chair is part of the Petiole collection inspired by the natural principle of the petiole...
Category
2010s French Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Ash
Studio Stirling "Lucky Bean" Set of 2
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon is a species of deciduous tree that is native to South Africa. This hanging chair is inspired by the pods...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Natural Brazilian Wood Pipa Chair in Naked Style from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Developed under the premise of Brazilian traditional joinery concepts, Pipa chair is made with Tauari rods, all of the same thickness and with simple insert...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Green Desk Arm Chair , Sweden, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage desk chair with black leather armrests. The chair has great back support. It's heavy.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Minimalist Brazilian Chair "Joao" by Samuel Lamas in leather ch88
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
João Armchair by Samuel Lamas
The João Armchair, inspired by modern Brazilian design, is a contemporary masterpiece characterized by its geometric and essential design. With a squar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
4 White Metal Chairs By Yrjö Kukkapuro For Avarte, Finland 1980s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 4 chairs designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Avarte, model A500. White laminated birch plywood, white enameled steel frame, original fabric upholstery. I have a set of 2 with some ...
Category
20th Century Finnish Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
1980s Bouclé Armchair by TON
By TON a.s.
Located in High Point, NC
An upholstered wooden armchair with a unique Mid-Century Modern silhouette. Made in the 1980s by TON, this piece showcases the innovative yet humane design for which the Czech furnit...
Category
1980s Czech Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Bentwood
ARRANGEMENT #1 (Chair) Red Bronze by Nick Ross
By Nick Ross
Located in Hägersten, SE
An interest in early forms of architecture has profoundly influenced Nick Ross’ approach to design. The way in which humans have arranged stones and other materials to construct stru...
Category
2010s Swedish Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of 2 Dietiker Poro L Minimalist Dining Chairs with Arms, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro L set of chairs offer the highest comfort with elegant simplicity. The chairs are some of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market.
Manufactured with care f...
Category
2010s European Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Henk Stallinga 'One Nightstand' Chair Droog Design, The Netherlands, 1996
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This unique pair of 'one nightstand' chairs comes from a private collection and only three were ever produced
It was commissioned by the Aids Foundation in 1995
Henk Stallinga was one of the young designers that was adopted by Droog Design in its early days
Droog design is based in Delft, in The Netherlands. They produce works by a number of young designers, (those included here are Martijn...
Category
1990s Dutch Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Minimalist Brazilian Handcrafted Chair "Perê" by Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The Perê Chair is part of the Folclore Collection, a series of special designs inspired by the Brazilian Folklore.
Each piece of the Collection come from a different legend. The Per...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The chair has an open yet enveloping feel.
The pattern ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Sartorii, contemporary lounge chair made of steel and wood by CMX
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
The "Sartorii" lounge chair, made of solid wood and powder-coated steel, is the result of an exploration of the ritual of relaxation, a search for physical rest. Its contemporary for...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Dutch Design Tripod Chair by Lande, 1980s
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Dutch Design minimalistic tripod chair by Lande, 1980s. Black metal frame, floating wooden back with aluminum connector. another piece in different color seat available.
BAA#00149.
Category
1980s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Modern, Minimal Face of Africa Strelitzia in Brown by Studio Stirling
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
"Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheet of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space.
Each design is carved out of thick Vegetable Tan Leather leaving an exposed and undyed trench or valley that forms the beautiful picture of your choice. The options available are a variety of African faces, plants and South Africa’s beloved Blue Crane. Any option you choose is bound to be a show-stopper and a hot topic...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Studio Stirling Twin Deal Grey Outdoor Sling, Free Shipping
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with spradling silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material.
The S...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mw Chair 01 Retro Inspired Chair in Shaped Walnut and Solid Steel Frame
Located in beirut, LB
A retro-style chair featuring an ergonomic shaped wooden seat in-cased in a hand-bent steel frame with solid wood backrest. It works as a dining chair, office chair, or side chair.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ergonomic Armchair in Tropical Brazilian Hardwood, Contemporary Style
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This "SE7E" contemporary styled armchair in Brazilian hardwood was designed following extensive research, experimentation and the study of ergonomics. The structure contrasts with t...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
RED DOT WINNER Dietiker Monâne Modern Rocking Stool, by Greutmann Bolzern
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This swiss rocking stool is an icon and an architectural timepiece.
RED DOT DESIGN WINNER
Monâne is a timeless icon of simplicity and design. Monâne the rocking stool is a playful and intelligent seating that show at its best Swiss engineering.
Designed By Greutmann Bolzern...
Category
Early 2000s Hungarian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Lake Street Chairs in Walnut by Last Workshop, 2021
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist dining or side chair from the Last Workshop.
Solid walnut, black leather, brass screws.
Dimensions: 18”L x 20”D x 18” seat height.
2 in stock.
Category
2010s American Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Spaghetti Chair by Giandomenico Belotti for Fly Line
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Spaghetti Chair by Giandomenico Belotti for Fly Line
Pop Art - minimalist - Italian - vintage
Measures : 53,5cmx45...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Hanging Chair in Sandy Earth tomes
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material.
The Slings can be ordered as a single but also works together as a pair which is slightly different from each other – making an interesting and fun ‘twin’ look. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Handmade Chair in Beech Wood and Woven Textile
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
The “Your Skin” easy chair is a comfortable low chair with a solid and light structure perfect to accentuate with its impeccable and minimal aesthetics the decoration in every room o...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 Dietiker Poro L Minimalist Dining Chairs with Arms, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro L set of chairs offer the highest comfort with elegant simplicity. The chairs are some of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market.
Manufactured with care f...
Category
2010s European Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Hans Eichenberger 1901 FS Folding Chairs - Dietiker &Co. AG, Switzerland
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of Model 1901 FS Folding Chairs in beech wood designed by Hans Eichenberger, 1966. Produced by Dietiker & Co. AG, Switzerland
Designer: Egon Eiermann, 1966.
Producer: Dietiker &...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Piaf Stackable Chair in Hard Wood and Straw by Tiago Curioni, Brazilian Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
In homage to Edit Piaf, the famous French singer affectionately referred to as the “little sparrow”, for her small stature but powerful voice timbre, Piaf is a chair of exact proport...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Straw, Hardwood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bertoia for Knoll Wire Chairs - Set of 8
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in west palm beach, FL
Capture the essence of iconic mid-century modern design with this stunning set of 8 vintage Bertoia side chairs for Knoll. Designed by renowned sculptor Harry Bertoia, these chairs f...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Antique Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Antique village chair that can also be used as a side table. We have a small collection. Lovely patina and character on this beautiful piece. Circa 1950. The images and price reflect...
Category
1950s Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Set of 2 Dietiker Poro S Minimalist Dining Chairs with Arms, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro S set of chairs offer the highest comfort with elegant simplicity. The chairs are some of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market.
Manufactured with care f...
Category
2010s European Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Handmade Chair in Walnut Wood and Woven Textile
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
The “Your Skin” easy chair is a comfortable low chair with a solid and light structure perfect to accentuate with its impeccable and minimal aesthetics the decoration in every room o...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Classic Bar Stool Black Smoke Steel & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary barstool 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 Chairs
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Velvet Chair by Tiago Curioni, Brazilian design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The 'Velvet' chair in black was designed from clean and pure lines with the elimination of any kind of excesses so that your greater identity were the colors, in a range of 09 options chosen by the user. By its Minimalist appearance, the color of the structure always accompanies the color of the fabric, guaranteeing visual unity to the product.
The backrest height does not exceed the top of tables which reflects its minimalism concept...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Guillerme & Chambron Oak Chairs w. Red Fabric Upholstery - France 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Sleek pair of minimalist all French natural oak chairs from the late production series of Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison Edition. France 1970's.
The chairs have been re-uphols...
Category
1970s Vintage Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
By Donald Judd
Located in Chicago, IL
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
by PLANEfurniture (defunct), Los Angeles
USA, c. 2010
Oakwood
Dimensions: 28 h × 15 w × 15¼ d inSimple, architectural f...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Reka Armchair, Minimalist Velvet and Wood Dining Chair in Amber/Black
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
The Reka Armchair spotlights contrasting width. In designing the chair, we played with wide and narrow, thick and thin: the legs are wide and flat along one axis, thin along the othe...
Category
2010s Asian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Reka Armchair, Minimalist Velvet and Wood Dining Chair in Cocoa/Cream Bouclé
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
The Reka Armchair spotlights contrasting width. In designing the chair, we played with wide and narrow, thick and thin: the legs are wide and flat along one axis, thin along the othe...
Category
2010s Asian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Contemporary Arm Rest Chair in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arm Rest Chair
Grey Lacquer
Hand Repousse
Hand Made
Metal Base
37"W x 26"D x 24 3/4"H
Limited Edition
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B...
Category
2010s Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Lacquer
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are beautifully fluted and hand carved. The rattan seat has been replaced with wood. We have a...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Minimalist chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Africa pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Joanina and David Pastoll, SP01, Bellavista e Piccini, and Tim Rundle. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $277 and tops out at $24,318 while the average work can sell for $1,887.