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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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.
$900 / item
Oak Corktown Bar Stool by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak Corktown stool by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: Seat diameter 13" Base 12.5" x 14.5" x height 29.5" Materials: Solid wood. Cold rolled steel. Also available in natural oak, ...
Steel
$874 / item
Dreamcatcher Small Stool by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Dreamcatcher small stool by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Polyethelene, nylon, steel. Dimensions: Diameter 50cm x height 45cm. Reflecting the positive spirit of the Native Amer...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$1,000 / item
Ovni, Tricolor Bench by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Ovni - tricolor bench by Cultivado Em Casa Dimensions: 38 x 38 x 45 cm Materials: MDF, carbon steel, resin, painting in duco paint. Also available: purple, green, yellow Afte...
Steel
Outdoor Use Echo 6120 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo 6120 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 64 x H 45 cm. Materials: Polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furniture. By combin...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Echo 6020 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo 6020 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 64 x H 45 cm. Materials: Polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furniture. By combin...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Echo 6010 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Echo 6010 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 46 x H 32 cm. Materials: Polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furniture. By combin...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Armstrong 2030 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Armstrong 2030 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: D 65 x W 51 x H 41 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular...
Plastic
$5,143 / item
Stool Round Wood by DeepWood
Located in Geneve, CH
Stool round wood by DeepWood One Of a Kind Dimensions: L 30 W 30 H 40 cm Materials: Petrified wood fully polished Wight: 55 kg Each DeepWood piece ...
Wood
Outdoor Use Rounder 1080 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1080 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 80 x H 111 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furnitu...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Rounder 1060 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1060 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 80 x H 73 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furnitur...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Rounder 1050 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1050 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 60 x H 72 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furnitur...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Rounder 1040 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1040 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 80 x H 56 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furnitur...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Rounder 1030 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1030 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: Ø 60 x H 56 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. LOOPE is a Polish brand pioneering circular furnitur...
Plastic
Outdoor Use Rounder 1010 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE
Located in Geneve, CH
Rounder 1010 Polyethylene Stool by LOOPE Dimensions: D 66 x W 59 x H 75 cm. Materials: Recycled polyethylene Available in many colors. Cushion available at an additional price, in b...
Plastic
$4,500 / item
Grafite Cono Stool by Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Grafite cono stool by Serafini Materials: Grafite marble. Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 46 cm Also available in other marbles (prices may vary) Marmi Serafini is located in a small ci...
Marble
$13,436 / set
Khayzaran Fairuz Set by Richard Yasmine
Located in Geneve, CH
Khayzaran Fairuz set by Richard Yasmine Materials: Solid maple wood, genuine leather and polished solid brass Dimensions: - Chair: 72 x 60 x 60 cm - Stool: 72 x 60 x 60 cm Le...
Brass
$8,099 / item
Jade Stool by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Jade Stool by Draga & Aurel Dimensions: W 40, D 40, H 46, top Ø 40 cm Materials: Resin and bronze. Formed from a combination of reflective resin and solid brass, the Jade coffee...
Bronze
Italian modern black imitation leather and steel stool, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Sgabello italiano moderno in simil pelle nera e acciaio, 1970 ca. Sgabello con seduta rotonda imbottita e rivestita in simil pelle nera, con zampe in tondino d'acciaio e poggiapiedi ad anello. 1970 ca. Ottime condizioni. Misure in cm 42x42x60h Sgabello molto bello...
Steel
$2,095 / item
Tria Stool, Low Back, Natural Leather by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Tria stool, low back, natural leather by Colé Italia with Lorenz & Kaz Dimensions: H.seat 67/77, H 79/89, D 52, W 48 cm Materials: Plywood stool with low back leather or fabric upho...
Leather, Upholstery, Oak, Walnut, Plywood
Contemporary Sissi stackable seats in aluminium by altreforme in Limited Edition
By Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Sissi seats, designed by Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas are among the protagonists of this special collection: mirrored finishes that reflected the colors of the sea, Prussian blue ...
Aluminum
Modern Buba Pouf Ottoman Brown Fabric Brass Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Buba Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy pouf stool with a Mediterranean touch. Upholstered in brown patterned fabric, Buba matches its n...
Brass
Ritual, Unique Side Table in Hemp Crete by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Ritual, Unique Side Table in Hemp Crete by Lucas Tyra Morten Edition: A collection of 60, all unique Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 44 cm Material: Hemp Crete, coffee/tee dyed, waxed w...
Other
$5,014 / item
Temple Stool in Aluminum by Asher Gillman
Located in Geneve, CH
Temple Stool in Aluminum by Asher Gillman Dimensions: D 48,3 x W 50,8 x H 45,7 cm. Materials: Aluminum. Based in, produced, and shipped from the US. Dimensions are approximate and ...
Aluminum
$17,093 / set
Set of 4 Marshmallow Bar Stools, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 Marshmallow bar stools, Royal Stranger Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 60 cm Materials: Velvet upholstery, brass Available in: Mint green, light pink, Royal green, Royal red Ro...
Brass
$1,000 / item
Pompa Pouf by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pompa pouf by houtique Materials: Wood, Velvet Dimensions: H 45 x D 44 cm Pouf with wood structure and velvet fabric 4 modules connected by wooden sleepers...
Velvet, Wood
Ritual, Unique Side Table in Hemp Crete by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Ritual, Unique Side Table in Hemp Crete by Lucas Tyra Morten Edition: A collection of 60, all unique Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 44 cm Material: Hemp Crete, coffee/tee dyed, waxed w...
Other
Upholstered Furniture Gropius CS1 Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Upholstered Furniture Gropius CS1 Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM Dimensions: W 57 x D 57 x H 74 cm Materials: wood, plywood, foam, moulded foam, tex...
Metal
$4,453 / item
Baloo Boucle Counter Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Baloo Boucle Counter Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM Dimensions: W 55 x D 63 x H 97 cm Materials: Ashwood, plywood, moulded foam, textile. Weight: 20 kg Also available in other materials and colors. The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar height chair...
Textile, Foam, Ash, Plywood
$5,556 / item
Livingston Bar Stool by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Livingston bar stool by Egg Designs. Dimensions: 62 L X 49 D X 90 H cm Materials: walnut timber, synthetic rattan, linen upholstery. Founded...
Steel
$3,574 / item
Aile 2 Stool by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Aile 2 stool by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed and numbered Dimensions: L 26 x W 41 x H 45 cm Materials: Solid wood Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede defines himself as a cabinet...
Wood
1970s Paul Mayen for Habitat Stool in Chrome and Black Vinyl
By Paul Mayen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1970s Round Vanity or Occasional Stool, designed by Paul Mayen for Habitat. The piece has an Art Deco style chrome-plated steel base, and retains its original black vinyl u...
Steel, Chrome
$1,718 / item
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 45.7 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel and upholstery. Fabric price not included. Solid steel flat bar available in a flat b...
Steel
$2,750 / item
Woven Cognac Leather Bar Stool
Located in Venice, CA
The leather seat is woven by a master weaver with decades of experience. We use 70% recycled steel for the frame. For an additional charge the frames can be plated in bronze, polish...
Steel
$3,845 / item
Medium Colorful Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Colorful tembo stool - Note Design Studio Dimensions: D 36 x H 64 cm Materials: Lacquered steel structure, solid wood (beech) and lacquered MDF, natural cork base. Availabl...
Steel
Dark Grey Ceramic Sculpture With Organic Sheep Wool Cushion by Niclas Wolf
By Niclas Wolf
Located in Geneve, CH
Geoprimitive 140 Ceramic Settle by Niclas Wolf Unique piece, numbered Materials: ceramic Dimensions: Ø55 x H 65 cm Weight: 49 kg Certificates are issued for all pieces. Geoprimiti...
Ceramic, Wool
STRIKE Bar Stool XL by ARRMET
By Arrmet
Located in Carson, CA
It’s composed of a plywood panel, curved, padded with polyurethane foam and upholstered with fabrics chosen by the customer. The upholstery on our chairs is made of flame-retardant f...
Steel
Modern Lievore Altherr Molina for Coalesse Enea Lottus Bar Stools New, a Pair
By Lievore Altherr Molina, Steelcase, Coalesse
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This slim and graceful Enea Lottus Bar height stools are comfortable and well-crafted, Features flexible sculpted polypropylene shell with upholstered seat, It's stylish and functi...
Steel
$3,720 / item
Trolley Counter Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Trolley Counter Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 54 x W 52.1 x H 88.9 cm. Seat Height: 63.5 cm. Materials: Upholstery and smoked bras...
Brass
$1,332 / item
Purple Cielo Bar Stool by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Purple Cielo bar stool by Sebastian Herkner Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique: made from recycled plastic a...
Steel
$7,714 / item
Ceramic Stool Sculpted by Adèle Vivet
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceramic stool by Adèle Vivet Dimensions: 60 x 48 x 45cm Materials: Ceramic This is a serie of ceramic stools and vases. Each piece is unique. They are high fired at 1240°C, c...
Ceramic
Set of 2 Cast Brass Atlas and Tomyris by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 cast brass Atlas and Tomyris by Pietro Franceschini Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti Atlas Stool: W 49 x H 52 cm Materials: Cast brass,...
Brass
Azur Cotonneux Faux Fur Gropius CS2 Low Chair Fluffy Edition by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Azur Cotonneux Faux Fur Gropius CS2 Low Chair Fluffy Edition by NOOM Dimensions: W 75 x D 75 x H 71 cm Materials: Wood, plywood, foam, moulded foam, textile. Weight: 23 kg The late...
Textile, Foam, Plywood
$3,822 / item
Baloo Boucle Hello Chair by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Baloo Boucle Hello Chair by NOOM Dimensions: W 53 x D 61 x H 78 cm Materials: Ashwood, plywood, metal, moulded foam, textile. Weight: 13 kg Also available in other materials and co...
Metal
$1,455 / item
Gervasoni Brise 23 Dining Chair by Federica Biase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The freedom of composing the space around an outdoor table inspires the offer for outdoor seating Brise. The collection of chairs is made of stainless steel tubes with seating and ba...
Steel
$3,955Sale Price|40% Off
Sculptural Breccia Medicea Marble Stool "Throne of Dioniso" by Lorenzo Ciompi
Located in Rome, IT
Sculptural breccia medicea marble stool /side table "throne of DIONISO" by Lorenzo Ciompi 2021 breccia medicea handmade stool honed limited editions n.4 of 10 executed in 2023 v...
Breccia Marble
21th Century Moss Bar Stool U in blue plain weave fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Introducing our Moss line with a timeless design and a sturdy wooden frame. Crafted from high-quality wood, these chairs are built to last and provide both comfort and style. Availab...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$16,972 / set
Set of 4 Marshmallow Bar Stools, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 marshmallow bar stools, Royal Stranger Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 60 cm Materials: velvet upholstery, brass Available in: mint green, light pink, royal green, royal red Ro...
Brass
Stool, Upholstered Design, Matte Black Steel Frame, Custom Fabric Finish, Italy
By David Lopez Quincoces, Living Divani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stool, Upholstered Design, Matte Black Lacquered Steel Frame, Custom Fabric Finish, Italy TITLE: Nina Stool DESIGNER: David Lopez Quincoces STYLE: Modern MATERIALS: Fabric, Steel, P...
Metal, Steel
Upholstered Furniture Archipen Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Upholstered Furniture Archipen Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM Dimensions: W 54 x D 62 x H 79 cm Materials: Ashwood, plywood, metal, foam, textile / leather. Category F - Archive Fa...
Metal
De Sede DS-218/05 Stool in Black Leather Upholstery by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a Minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Leather
De Sede DS-51 Stool in Nougat Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-51 swivel armchair helped establish De Sede’s worldwide reputation for Swiss hand craftsmanship and production of the highest quality. Optionally available with or without arm...
Leather
Upholstered Furniture Archipen Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Upholstered Furniture Archipen Chair Artistry Edition by NOOM Dimensions: W 54 x D 62 x H 79 cm Materials: Ashwood, plywood, metal, foam, textile / leather. Category G - Penrose Pr...
Metal
$1,000 / set
Pair of Modern Swivel Counter Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of contemporary modern stools features chrome finish swivel bases with comfortable upholstered seats. The sleek modern design of the matching pair makes a striking addition to home or business counter seating...
Metal
Moss Kitchen Stool U in Honey plain weave fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Introducing our Moss line with a timeless design and a sturdy wooden frame. Crafted from high-quality wood, these chairs are built to last and provide both comfort and style. Availab...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Moss Kitchen Stool U in Cherry plain weave fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Introducing our Moss line with a timeless design and a sturdy wooden frame. Crafted from high-quality wood, these chairs are built to last and provide both comfort and style. Availab...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$600
Layout Stool
Located in Toronto, CA
By Studio Super Sunday Designed By Vincent Le Sauteur Like a grid, Layout is adaptable and structural in nature to meet the different storage needs of the space. The formal flexibi...
Ash
$3,075 / item
MILLEPIEDI Stool by Studio Catoir for Driade
By Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Millepiedi was inspired by the archetypal 3 legged milking stool, a simple minimalistic object yet intriguing and useful. The repetition emphasises, in a playful way, the beauty of...
Wood
2006 Kasper Salto Fritz Hansen Ice Bar Stools, Black / Aluminum (Set of 3)
By Kasper Salto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of three Ice Bar Stools, originally designed by Kasper Salto for Fritz Hansen in 2002. These examples were produced in Denmark and date to the year 2006. Each stool fea...
Aluminum
Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique Materials: Wood, Velvet Dimensions: H 45 x D 44 cm Pouf with wood structure and velvet fabric 4 modules connected by wooden sle...
Velvet, Wood
$1,483 / item
Wired Stool by Michael Young
Located in Geneve, CH
Wired stool by Michael Young Dimensions: W 50 x D 51.7x H 107 cm Materials: Powder Coated Metal structure The Wired Chair by Michael Young is a proud tribute to Harry Bertoia’s ...
Metal, Other