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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Steel Basket Hanging Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The basket twig hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. It is simple and striking in its visual appeal. The pattern detail is inspired by nature and reminiscent of th...
Category

2010s South African Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood

Modern Minho Day Bed, Light Blue Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Minho day bed with a wooden sid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak, Leather

Modern Cream Gradient Velvet Wave Bench Ebony Veneer Base
Located in Porto, PT
21th century Contemporary cream bench & Ebony veneer base bold shapes Cadiz Bench combines bold shapes with extreme attention to comfort. A modern bench i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Ebony

Modern Minho Chaise Lounge, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Chaise Lounge, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Minho chaise lounge with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut, Velvet, Oak

Modern Conchula Corner Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Conchula Corner Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Conchula corner sofa is a room-defining...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Oak

Modern Conchula Day Bed, Beige Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Conchula Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Conchula day bed is a room-d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Wool, Oak

Modern Twins Day Bed, Beige Cotton Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins day bed and curved sofa s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Velvet, Bouclé, Leather, Cotton

Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, Beige Woven, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa Outdoors, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Bouclé, Leather, Fabric

Modern Minho Day Bed, DEDAR Bouclé, Oak, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Minho day bed with a wooden sid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Modern Channel Leather Daybed
Located in Zephyr Cove, NV
Modern, Channel upholstered seat in taupe leather color and black patinated steel metal legs. Would fit nicely into a Mid-Century style or Contemporary setting for additional seating, coffee table, ottoman or as bench seating at at table. Caste Bridger Daybed...
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2010s Unknown Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Modern Twins Chaise Lounge, Grey Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Chaise Lounge, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Wood, Velvet, Cotton, Bouclé

Modern Minho Chaise Lounge, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Modern Twins Day Bed, White Woven Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins day bed and curved sofa s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Cotton, Velvet, Wood

Modern Minho Day Bed. DEDAR Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Minho day bed with a wooden sid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Art Deco Aurora Sofa White Woven Bouclé Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Aurora Sofa, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Europe. An Italian furniture piece and a limited edition of only one unit, this 2-seat sofa comes from Asian craftsmanship wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé, Leather, Fabric, Velvet

De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Petrol Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A miracle of brilliant technical inspiration Designer Thomas Althaus updated the original developed by Reto Frigg in 1985, lovingly perfecting it with sophisticated technology, down ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather

Custom Made Gueridon Day Bed with Client's Own Fabric - COM
Located in Stratford, CT
Following the success of its ottoman, GUERIDON is launching a full line of fully customizable and fully compatible stools, bar stools, benches, and day beds. All designs share the sa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Melon Lounger is inspired by a hammock - but with its structured hard frame it will not fold in and is thus hugely comfortable. It’s organic shape is reminiscent of a slice of f...
Category

2010s South African Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Contemporary 21st Century Spinzi Meccano Day Bed, industrial style, burnt metal
Located in Milano, IT
Sharp, masculine and playful are the pieces of Meccano collection. The technical aspect of the construction world to car lifestyle give back a unique attitude to the collection. Edgy...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Cut Steel

'Magic' Fiberglass Leather Daybed by Asa Pingree - Single
Located in Miami, FL
Fiberglass daybed with natural beautiful brown leather by Asa Pingree.
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Dena Wool Greige Daybed by La Lune
Located in Geneve, CH
Dena Wool Greige Daybed by La Lune Dimensions: D 75 x W 200 x H 31 cm. Materials: Oak and Wool. Oak structure, mattresses and cushions in wool or linen. Produced in France. Available...
Category

2010s French Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Oak

Modern Conchula Day Bed, DEDAR Beige Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Conchula Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Conchula day bed is a room-d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Oak

Pill Leather Daybed by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pill Leather Daybed by Phase Design Dimensions: D 182.9 x W 86.4 x H 34.3 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel, brass and leather. Powder-coated steel base with solid brass tips. Pow...
Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Steel

Upholstered Daybed Featuring Curved Cylindrical Brass Elements Structure
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a breathtaking day bed exuding timeless elegance in its design. Combining brass craftsmanship with lacquered panels, its structure features gracefully curved cylindrical b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Sofa with Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Cairo, EG
Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Wood Sofa with Velvet Green Upholstery. Inspired by the legendary Hassan Fathy, this sofa pays homage to his architectural philosophies and pri...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak, Velvet

Modern Outdoor Sunbed in Stainless Steel and Acrylic Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Trace Sunbed The Trace sunbed is a beautiful piece of furniture that embodies simplicity and functionality. With its simple lines and minimalist design, the sunbed proves that beau...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arflex Ribalta Adjustable Daybed by Fabrizio Ballardini
By Arflex, Fabricio Ballardini
Located in Dronten, NL
Ribalta Sofa designed by Fabrizio Ballardini for Arflex, 1980s. Easily adjustable from a spacious two-seater sofa into a comfortable daybed. The upholstery is still presentable with no tears or excessive wear, reupholstery available upon request. Fabrizio Ballardini, architect since 1977, turns his attention to industrial Design in 1980, working with many internationally renowned furniture factories. He designs for Arflex, Roche Bobois, Seven, Bernini, Sirrah, Gamma International, Bontempi, Progetti, Atl Group, Altrenotti, Vetfor, Enterprice Marine, Ipe, Kenzo Maison...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Modern Style Daybed In Solid Mahogany & Leather
Located in New York, NY
Achieving a seamless fusion of sturdy yet inviting materials, coupled with timeless craftsmanship, This Daybed pays homage to the ingenuity of classic American design. Crafted from s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Leather, Mahogany

Charlotte Perriand Cansado bench daybed Steph Simon France 1959
Located in Gistel, BE
Fantastic patinated early slatted bench designed by Charlotte Perriand, 1959 France, for the homes of the Miferma mining company in the city of Cansado, Mauritania. This bench comes ...
Category

1950s French Vintage Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Oversized daybed in beige boucle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W63 D60 H28 SW64 SD38- 42.5 SH16 AH19.25 Oversized daybed with fresh upholstery. Item features ample depth and unique square pillows with rounded edges. Daybed shows in excellent co...
Category

1990s Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé

Daybed walnut
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Shark Daybed was designed and crafted in-house by Founder and Furniture Designer Oliver A-J using the finest materials. Available in almost limitless variations, the Shark Daybed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Daybed black ash
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Shark Daybed was designed and crafted in-house by Founder and Furniture Designer Oliver A-J using the finest materials. Available in almost limitless variations, the Shark Daybed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Daybeds

Materials

Ash

Daybed Oak
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Shark Daybed was designed and crafted in-house by Founder and Furniture Designer Oliver A-J using the finest materials. Available in almost limitless variations, the Shark Daybed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak

Amelia Daybed by Jérôme Bugara
Located in Geneve, CH
Amelia Daybed by Jérôme Bugara Limited Edition Of 25 Pieces. Dimensions: D 105,8 x W 335,2 x H 90,2 cm. SH: 46 cm. Materials: Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair Fa...
Category

2010s French Modern Daybeds

Materials

Jacquard

Handmade Ada Sofa, Contemporary Daybed/Futon - Oak, Wool Fabric - by BACD studio
Located in Værløse, DK
Elegant, contemporary and functional the Ada Daybed is a sleeper sofa that can transform any room into a guest suite. The timeless design of this sofa allows it to fit comfortably in...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wool, Wood, Hardwood, Oak

DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing DS-85 sofa or daybed in white (cream) leather. This DS 85 daybed was designed and manufactured in the 1970s by De Sede in Switzerland. This extremely comfortable sofa or l...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather

Modern Daybed Sofa by Burburry Prorsum
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This daybed was designed 2010 for a showroom of the British fashion Label Burberry Prorsum. The design has references to the Barcelona daybed from Mies van der Rohe. The olive fabric...
Category

2010s English Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Modern White Velvet Upholstered Bench with Black Wenge Legs Gold Stainless Steel
Located in Porto, PT
Moa bench is an accent bench. It is upholstered in suede and structure in matte wengue ash wood with details in polished brass. Its design expresses a solemn...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass

Bold Love Seat - Sancho 004
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Expressing modern design excellence, the Bold Love Seat is a testament to the artistry of luxury living. Decades of design expertise are showcased through an elegant and refined aest...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Cotton

Bold Love Seat - Karakorum 003
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Expressing modern design excellence, the Bold Love Seat is a testament to the artistry of luxury living. Decades of design expertise are showcased through an elegant and refined aest...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé

Vondom Faz Daybed with Hinged Canopy/360º Swivels Design by Ramon Esteve
Located in Boston, MA
A collection fashioned as the new norm with an inherit universal and logical appeal. A functional daybed that strikes a perfect balance between design, technology, and ergonomics based on basic cube...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Daybeds

Materials

Resin

Outdoor Synthetic Leather Armchair With Waterproof Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Flow series was designed to complement any space. With a minimal design, it's guaranteed to bring a high level of comfort and usability to different areas like patios, gardens, p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Outdoor Resistant Modern Ottoman in Leather and Acrylic Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Flow series was designed to complement any space. With a minimal design, it's guaranteed to bring a high level of comfort and usability to different areas like patios, gardens, p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Leather

Flow Sunbed - Modern Weather Resistant Fabics for Outdoor Use in Brown
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Flow series was designed to complement any space. With a minimal design, it's guaranteed to bring a high level of comfort and usability to different areas like patios, gardens, p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Bold Love Bed
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bold Love Bed is an extraordinary expression of luxury and comfort, transcending conventional notions of relaxation. Excellence, stemming from decades of design expertise, is sho...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bouclé

Provide Series – Day Bed in solid Oak and Belgium Linen Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, CA
The Provide Series Furniture Collection was created in collaboration with David Keeler of Provide and Lock & Mortice. The Provide Series is a distinctive collection of solid wood fur...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Linen, Oak

Contemporary Rounded Black Bouclé Bench With Handpainted Legs
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Bench is a maximalist bench with a seductive texture and a luxurious combination of simple shapes. The bench has a rounded silhouette and is upholstered in velvet for a warm and inviting feel. This sophisticated seating option is the perfect addition to a contemporary dining room or to create a cozy moment in the entryway or hallway. With sculptural feet, this modern bench is a stunning piece that transforms any room. The oversized shapes, charismatic silhouettes, bold patterns, and pops of color of maximalist furniture...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Vondom Iglu Daybed with Fabric Top by Ramón Esteve
Located in Boston, MA
The Iglu daybed, created by Ramón Esteve, is an expression of design and sustainability. Its 100% recyclable polyethylene base is produced using the rotat...
Category

2010s European Modern Daybeds

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vondom Ulm Moon Daybed with Woven Rope Parasol by Ramón Esteve
Located in Boston, MA
Moon Daybed collection designed by Ramon Esteve. The main characteristics is its cirular shape and the rotating system on which its base rests, which allo...
Category

2010s European Modern Daybeds

Materials

Rope, Acrylic

Modern Nude Velvet Wave Bench Ebony Veneer Base
Located in Porto, PT
21st century contemporary beige bench & ebony veneer base bold shapes Cadiz Bench Nude combines bold shapes with extreme attention to comfort. A modern ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Ebony, Wood

Vondom Vineyard Daybed Fabric Parasol by Ramón Esteve
Located in Boston, MA
Daybed with a lacquered aluminum frame. The roof is fitted with Sun vision fabric. suitable for indoor and outdoor use. The Vineyard Collection, is an aluminum sand wooden modern out...
Category

2010s European Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Acrylic

Mesa Daybed in Deerskin suede and fumed oak
Located in Norwich, GB
Drawing on our expertise in traditional joinery and leatherwork, the Mesa daybed celebrates contemporary craftsmanship in its rich detail and gathering of techniques. Exposed on the ...
Category

2010s British Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Suede, Wool, Upholstery, Ash, Elm, Oak, Sycamore

Custom Made Gueridon Day Bed with Client's Own Fabric - COM
Located in Stratford, CT
Following the success of its ottoman, GUERIDON is launching a full line of fully customizable and fully compatible stools, bar stools, benches, and day beds. All designs share the sa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Custom made Gueridon Day Bed, COM fabric, Choice of Wood Stain
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade day beds are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full line of fully customizable ottomans, stools, benches, and day beds. All designs share the same 4 L shaped legs, signature of the Gueridon line. We offer a wide range of customizations. Here is the idea. Only you know what’s best to match your interior. Therefore, you provide us with your fabric (COM). Size, upholstery, wood staining? Your choice: we offer a wide range of options. From the same original base with 4 thick L shaped legs, we can also build an ottoman, a stool, or a day bed. HOW IT WORKS...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Daybed Kidman, Pink Colour, Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Modern 21st Century Steel Big Basket Lounger
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The big basket hanging chair or lounger in a twig pattern has an organic shape that creates a cozy feel. It is spacious and comfortable with ample room to r...
Category

2010s South African Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Modern Twins Day Bed Chaise, White Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins day bed and curved sofa s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds

Materials

Oak, Velvet, Bouclé, Leather, Cotton

Modern daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern daybeds 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 daybeds created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern daybeds made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original daybeds, popular names associated with this style include Greenapple, Joanina and David Pastoll, Guéridon Design, and Rute Martins. 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 daybeds differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $900 and tops out at $55,874 while the average work can sell for $7,593.

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