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Brutalist Seating

BRUTALIST STYLE

The design of brutalist furniture encompasses that which is crafted, hewn and worked by hand — an aesthetic rebuke (or, at least, a counterpoint) to furniture that is created using 21st-century materials and technology. Lately, the word “brutalist” has been adopted by the realms of furniture design and the decorative arts to refer to chairs, cabinets, tables and accessory pieces such as mirror frames and lighting that are made of rougher, deeply textured metals and other materials that are the visual and palpable antithesis of the sleek, smooth and suave. 

ORIGINS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN 

  • Use of industrial materials — tubular steel, concrete, glass, granite
  • Prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and utilization of negative space
  • Spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes
  • Stripped-down, natural look; rugged textures, modular construction
  • Interiors featuring airy visual flow and reliance on neutral palettes

BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE BRUTALIST FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The term brutalism — which derives from the French word brut, meaning “raw” — was coined by architecture critic Reyner Banham to describe an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s featuring monumental buildings, usually made of unornamented concrete, whose design was meant to project an air of strength and solidity.

Le Corbusier essentially created the brutalist style; its best-known iterations in the United States are the Whitney Museum of American Art, which was designed by Marcel Breuer, and Paul Rudolph's Yale Art and Architecture Building. The severe style might have been the most criticized architectural movement of the 20th century, even if it was an honest attempt to celebrate the beauty of raw material. But while the brutalist government buildings in Washington, D.C., seemingly bask in their un-beauty, brutalist interior design and decor is much more lyrical, at times taking on a whimsical, romantic quality that its exterior counterparts lack.

Paul Evans is Exhibit A for brutalist furniture design. His Sculpture Front cabinets laced with high-relief patinated steel mounts have become collector's items nonpareil, while the chairs, coffee table and dining table in his later Cityscape series and Sculpted Bronze series for Directional Furniture are perhaps the most expressive, attention-grabbing pieces in American modern design. Other exemplary brutalist designers are Silas Seandel, the idiosyncratic New York furniture designer and sculptor whose works in metal — in particular his tables — have a kind of brawny lyricism, and Curtis Jere, a nom-de-trade for the California team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, the bold makers of expressive scorched and sheared copper and brass mirror frames and wall-mounted sculptures.

Brutalist furniture and sculptures remain popular with interior designers and can lend unique, eccentric, human notes to an art and design collection in any home.

Find authentic vintage brutalist chairs, coffee tables, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Brutalist
Brutalist Style French 1970s Pair of Elm Wood Armchairs New Bouclé Fabric
Brutalist Style French 1970s Pair of Elm Wood Armchairs New Bouclé Fabric

Brutalist Style French 1970s Pair of Elm Wood Armchairs New Bouclé Fabric

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This amazing pair of Brutalist style armchairs were made in France circa 1970s. They have a unique double “X” design on the sides but look great from all angles, even the backs. Pu...

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Elm

Set of 4 Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Raw & organic! This marvelous set of 4 brutalist style dining chairs is fully made out of solid European oak with gorgeous wood grain. Solid craftsmanship using real natural material...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Velvet, Oak

1970s Pair of Joker chairs by Dominique Zimbacca
1970s Pair of Joker chairs by Dominique Zimbacca

1970s Pair of Joker chairs by Dominique Zimbacca

By Dominique Zimbacca

Located in Paris, FR

Model designed for the Auriol House, France. Frame in fir wood Assembly by threaded rod, secured by nuts Piece from the artist's former collection. En 1965, Dominique Zimbacca expose les meubles issus de sa collaboration avec Françoise Sée à la galerie M.A.I situé au 12 rue Bonaparte, aujourd’hui remplacée par la Galerie Yves Gastou...

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Fir, Pine

Rustic Pine Bench, France 1950s
Rustic Pine Bench, France 1950s

Rustic Pine Bench, France 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Solid Pine bench with hand-carved joinery.

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Seating

Materials

Pine

Minimalist Brutalist Lounge Chair, Burn Oak Wood Muted G Easy Chair by NONO
Minimalist Brutalist Lounge Chair, Burn Oak Wood Muted G Easy Chair by NONO

Minimalist Brutalist Lounge Chair, Burn Oak Wood Muted G Easy Chair by NONO

By NONO

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Minimalist brutalist lounge chair, burn oak wood muted easy chair by NONO. Brutalist chairs boast a strong, yet passive presence with Minimalist designs that highlight the rich text...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Seating

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Hardwood

Contemporary Long Bench 'Antic' Style by Soha Concept, Solid Oak, Light
Contemporary Long Bench 'Antic' Style by Soha Concept, Solid Oak, Light

Contemporary Long Bench 'Antic' Style by Soha Concept, Solid Oak, Light

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary Antic Bench by Soha Concept, Solid Oak, Light Dimensions: H. 45 x 200 x 40 cm / SH. 40 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative obj...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

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Oak

Solid Wood Chair Minimalist Design Muted by Joel Escalona No15
Solid Wood Chair Minimalist Design Muted by Joel Escalona No15

Solid Wood Chair Minimalist Design Muted by Joel Escalona No15

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Solid Wood Stool Minimalist Design Muted by Joel Escalona No15 — Dive into the world of understated elegance and architectural prowess with the Muted Lounge Chairs Collection by N...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Seating

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Hardwood

Sculptural Acer Sofa Pure Wool Upholstery in Dark Brown
Sculptural Acer Sofa Pure Wool Upholstery in Dark Brown

Sculptural Acer Sofa Pure Wool Upholstery in Dark Brown

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Combining sharp carve-outs of the monumental arched base with rounded shapes of the voluminous upholstery. The Acer Sofa is crafted for comfort and durability, using the best in cl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Set of 4 Danish Brutalist Pine Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Danish Brutalist Pine Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Danish Brutalist Pine Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Danish set of 4 Brutalist dining chairs in old growth pine. Beautiful structural profile and with clean lines and slightly concave seats.

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Pine

Pair of French Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs, 1960s
Pair of French Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs, 1960s

Pair of French Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French oak lounge chairs from the 1960s in the Brutalist style. Each chair features a solid, low-slung frame with a wide seat, gently curved backrest, and signature keyhole...

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20th Century French Brutalist Seating

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Oak

Pair of Brutalist Walnut Stools in the Manner of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
Pair of Brutalist Walnut Stools in the Manner of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s

Pair of Brutalist Walnut Stools in the Manner of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Almelo, NL

Pair of Brutalist Walnut Stools in the Manner of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s A sculptural pair of French Brutalist stools crafted in solid walnut, designed in the manner of Char...

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1940s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Walnut

Iron and Bronze Brutalist Tribal Style Bench
Iron and Bronze Brutalist Tribal Style Bench

Iron and Bronze Brutalist Tribal Style Bench

Located in North Miami, FL

Very unique tribal style bronze bench with two sides depicting a warrior. It is heavy and solid with a perfectly finished soft pink boucle fabric. Pretty from ALL sides.

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Bronze, Iron

Sculptural Armhair, Carved, Solid Wood, Oak, Charred, Black, Organic, Logniture
Sculptural Armhair, Carved, Solid Wood, Oak, Charred, Black, Organic, Logniture

Sculptural Armhair, Carved, Solid Wood, Oak, Charred, Black, Organic, Logniture

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Chainsaw carved armchair. Carved from a single piece of burnt oak wood and protected with the highest quality oils, ensuring durability for generations. Such unique handmade design w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Sculpted Massive Lounge Chair N3 in Solid Oak, Grey
Sculpted Massive Lounge Chair N3 in Solid Oak, Grey

Sculpted Massive Lounge Chair N3 in Solid Oak, Grey

By Sóha, Denis Milovanov

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary Massive Lounge Chair 3 in Solid Oak Wood, Grey Dimensions : H 78 x W. 78 X D. 69 / SH. 45 cm. Warm furniture’s made by Russian designer Denis Milovanov from "Soha" st...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

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Oak

Patinaed Iron and Leather Lounge Chair Attributed to Ilana Goor, Israel, c. 1960
Patinaed Iron and Leather Lounge Chair Attributed to Ilana Goor, Israel, c. 1960

Patinaed Iron and Leather Lounge Chair Attributed to Ilana Goor, Israel, c. 1960

By Ilana Goor

Located in Deland, FL

This early design attributed to Ilana Goor showcases a beautifully aged frame constructed from wrought iron, featuring the original leather sling design of the back and seat. Both th...

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1960s Israeli Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Iron

Vintage oak and wicker brutalist dining chairs, 1960s
Vintage oak and wicker brutalist dining chairs, 1960s

Vintage oak and wicker brutalist dining chairs, 1960s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage sturdy oak and wicker brutalist style dining chairs. Sturdy ever lasting oak frames with thick wicker seats. The high backrests are a key design feauture for these chairs. ...

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1960s Belgian Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Sculptural high chair in brutalist style in solid oak inspired by wabi-sabi
Sculptural high chair in brutalist style in solid oak inspired by wabi-sabi

Sculptural high chair in brutalist style in solid oak inspired by wabi-sabi

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Sculptural high chair in brutalist style in solid oak inspired by wabi-sabi Wabi Sabi - brutalist - contemporary Measures : 30x30cm H: 81cm HS:57cm Material : Wood - Resin inlay

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Brutalist Seating

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Resin, Wood, Oak

Brutalist Oak Fireside Chairs by Dittmann & Co for AWA, Set of 2
Brutalist Oak Fireside Chairs by Dittmann & Co for AWA, Set of 2

Brutalist Oak Fireside Chairs by Dittmann & Co for AWA, Set of 2

By AWA Holland

Located in Izegem, VWV

Two robust lounge chairs with rounded back and seat and braced legs, made of solid oak reminiscent of designs by Pierre Chapo or Charlotte Perriand.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Vintage Redwood Slab Sofa After Darryl Stokes
Vintage Redwood Slab Sofa After Darryl Stokes

Vintage Redwood Slab Sofa After Darryl Stokes

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental redwood slab sofa is a tour de force of organic modernism, masterfully executed in the tradition of the California Studio Craft movement. Reminiscent of the sculptura...

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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Seating

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Fur, Rope

Pair of Brutalist pine wood armchairs with synthetic fur cushions
Pair of Brutalist pine wood armchairs with synthetic fur cushions

Pair of Brutalist pine wood armchairs with synthetic fur cushions

By Jean Gillon

Located in Lastra a Signa, FI

Rare Brutalist style solid pine wood and rope armchairs Attributed to Jean Gillon 1970s With faux fur pillow

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Early 20th Century Brutalist Seating

Materials

Faux Fur, String, Wood, Pine

Paul Evans Style Brutalist Handmade Brass & Leather Lounge Chair, a Pair
Paul Evans Style Brutalist Handmade Brass & Leather Lounge Chair, a Pair

Paul Evans Style Brutalist Handmade Brass & Leather Lounge Chair, a Pair

By Paul Evans

Located in Plainview, NY

These exceptional lounge chairs inspired by the bold and sculptural aesthetic of Paul Evans' Brutalist designs, seamlessly blend industrial artistry with Art Deco elegance. Masterful...

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1990s Brutalist Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pine And Leather Lounge Chair
Pine And Leather Lounge Chair

Pine And Leather Lounge Chair

Located in Toronto, CA

Black leather and glossy pine make for fine companions in inviting lounge chair. The snug fit of the cushions in the frame implies coziness, inviting you to make yourself at home. Sm...

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1970s Belgian Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Leather, Pine

Two vintage oak armchairs by Abraham 'Bram' Sprij, 1960's
Two vintage oak armchairs by Abraham 'Bram' Sprij, 1960's

Two vintage oak armchairs by Abraham 'Bram' Sprij, 1960's

By Bram Sprij

Located in CASTENRAY, NL

Pair of low-back 'Siegfried' Lounge Chairs in Solid Oak and freshly reupholstered with quality bouclé fabric by Abraham 'Bram' Sprij for 'Sprij Meubelen' Vlaardingen, The Netherlands...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Bouclé, Oak

Pair Danish Henning Kjaernulf oak chairs, 1960’s, Handmade all original
Pair Danish Henning Kjaernulf oak chairs, 1960’s, Handmade all original

Pair Danish Henning Kjaernulf oak chairs, 1960’s, Handmade all original

Lovely pair of 2 similar oak chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. They are from the 1960’s and made out of massive wood. They were cleaned and waxed and the seats are complet...

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1960s Danish Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Hardwood, Wool, Oak

Brutalist Art Populaire Mountain Chairs, France, 1950s
Brutalist Art Populaire Mountain Chairs, France, 1950s

Brutalist Art Populaire Mountain Chairs, France, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of four brutalist mountain chairs, made of solid wood and steeped in the rich history of Auvergne, France, in the 1950s. The sturdy construction of these chairs attests not only ...

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1950s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Wood

Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s
Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s

Brutalist Solid Wood Bench, France 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that emerged in the mid-20th century, featuring minimalist constructions that showcase bare m...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s
Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s

Brutalist Pyrenean Monoxyle Stool, France, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rustic and charming, this monoxyle wooden seat hails from the Pyrénées region, circa 1950. A fine example of traditional craftsmanship, it features a solid wood construction with a s...

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1950s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Wood

Sculpted Chair N2 in Solid Oak Wood
Sculpted Chair N2 in Solid Oak Wood

Sculpted Chair N2 in Solid Oak Wood

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

Chair made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) (Outdoor use OK) Dimensions: H. 82 x 48 x 48 cm (SH 45 cm) SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

A rustic, gouge carved bench, C. 1940.
A rustic, gouge carved bench, C. 1940.

A rustic, gouge carved bench, C. 1940.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The seat constructed of strap work leather in a basket weave pattern, atop the Brutalist style carved stretcher base.

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Early 20th Century Argentine Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood

Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-7' 'Solid Oak'
Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-7' 'Solid Oak'

Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-7' 'Solid Oak'

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

End table CT-7 by Denis Milovanov x Soha concept (Side table, end table, stool, pedestal...) Material: Solid oak Dimensions: H 62 x 43 x 43 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and prod...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Brutalist Fishbone Chairs Spanish Oak Boucle
Set of 4 Brutalist Fishbone Chairs Spanish Oak Boucle

Set of 4 Brutalist Fishbone Chairs Spanish Oak Boucle

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

These chairs have a distinct design that appears to be inspired by the organic forms of fish bones, which is an innovative and artistic approach to furniture design. This kind of ins...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Studio Made Sculptural Chain Side Chair
Studio Made Sculptural Chain Side Chair

Studio Made Sculptural Chain Side Chair

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1990s. Studio made in Michigan. Super uncomfortable

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1990s American Brutalist Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brutalist 2Seater Brown Leather Bed Sofa, 1970
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brutalist 2Seater Brown Leather Bed Sofa, 1970

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brutalist 2Seater Brown Leather Bed Sofa, 1970

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

The rare two-seater sofa with fold-out function. It was manufactured in Germany during the 1970s. The design reflects the aesthetics of Brutalist style – a style that emerged in the ...

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1970s German Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Leather, Fabric

Tree trunk stool
Tree trunk stool

Tree trunk stool

Located in Antwerpen, BE

20th Century brutalist tree trunk stool in tropical wood.

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20th Century Swedish Brutalist Seating

Materials

Fruitwood

Set of Four Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s
Set of Four Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s

Set of Four Brutalist Wooden Benches, France 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that emerged in the mid-20th century, featuring minimalist constructions that showcase bare m...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of brutalist bar stools in oak and wrought iron, 1960s
Pair of brutalist bar stools in oak and wrought iron, 1960s

Pair of brutalist bar stools in oak and wrought iron, 1960s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Industrial style - Bar Stools Measures : Base : Ø 53cm Seat : Ø 27cm H:80cm Materials : Oak and Wrought iron Pair of unique Brutalist-style bar stools - Made of wrought iron with ro...

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Mid-20th Century Brutalist Seating

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak
Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak

Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a beautiful Brutalist bar stool. This very sculptural piece of furniture is done in solid oak. It has remarkable design inspired by the birthing chairs ...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Hand Carved Primitive Swedish Modern Stump Chair in Pine, Wabi Sabi, 1960s
Hand Carved Primitive Swedish Modern Stump Chair in Pine, Wabi Sabi, 1960s

Hand Carved Primitive Swedish Modern Stump Chair in Pine, Wabi Sabi, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

An adorable stump chair made in solid pine. Hand carved by an unknown Swedish cabinetmaker in 1960s. A beautiful wabi sabi piece for the modern interior. This cute beauty will fit...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Seating

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Pine

Set of Six Brutalist Oak and Leather Dining Chairs, France 1960s
Set of Six Brutalist Oak and Leather Dining Chairs, France 1960s

Set of Six Brutalist Oak and Leather Dining Chairs, France 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Brutalism, originating in the mid-20th century, is an architectural and design movement that emerged in the post-war era, particularly in Europe and the United States. It is characte...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Leather, Oak

Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-13' 'Solid Oak'
Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-13' 'Solid Oak'

Sculpted Brutalist End Table 'CT-13' 'Solid Oak'

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

End table CT-13 by Denis Milovanov x Soha Concept (Side table, end table, stool, pedestal...) Material: Solid oak Dimensions: H 45 x 33 x 33 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and pro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Oak, Low Countries, 1960s
Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Oak, Low Countries, 1960s

Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Oak, Low Countries, 1960s

Located in London, London

Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Oak, Low Countries, 1960s A striking set of six Brutalist oak dining chairs, likely produced in Belgium or the Netherlands during the 1960s. W...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Brutalist Seating

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Oak

Set Of Six 1970s French Oak Brutalist Dining Chairs With Upholstered Seats
Set Of Six 1970s French Oak Brutalist Dining Chairs With Upholstered Seats

Set Of Six 1970s French Oak Brutalist Dining Chairs With Upholstered Seats

Located in High Point, NC

This set of six 1970s French oak Brutalist dining chairs presents a striking balance of sculptural form and honest craftsmanship. Defined by their strong ladder-back construction and rectilinear silhouettes, each chair emphasizes solid proportions and architectural clarity typical of the Brutalist movement. The richly toned oak frames display pronounced grain and a warm, natural patina that enhances their tactile presence. Upholstered seats in a neutral fabric soften the bold structure while providing comfortable support for everyday dining. Substantial legs and simple stretcher bases reinforce the chairs’ sturdy construction and utilitarian appeal. Graphic yet versatile, this cohesive set works beautifully in rustic, modern, or eclectic interiors, offering a confident statement at the dining table while celebrating the raw materials and functional design language of 1970s French Brutalist furniture.

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s

Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Concrete chair from 1970s France, designed with a remarkable twist. This chair offers a unique faux wood design that closely resembles the natural beauty of a tree trunk. With its intricate details and expert craftsmanship, this piece is a testament to meticulous artistry. Crafted to withstand the elements, the chair is perfect for outdoor use, allowing you to effortlessly merge the comfort of your home with the tranquility of your outdoor oasis. Expertly molded and finished to replicate the intricate patterns found in tree trunks, it boasts an exquisite visual appeal. The combination of the faux wood trunk design and the yellow seating...

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Concrete

Set of 6 Mountain Chairs, France, 1950
Set of 6 Mountain Chairs, France, 1950

Set of 6 Mountain Chairs, France, 1950

Located in Catonvielle, FR

Set of 6 fir chairs, France 1950. The backrest is decorated with an upside-down heart (according to historians, this symbol was used by Protestants during the French religious wars)....

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Seating

Materials

Pine

Contemporary Handcrafted Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss
Contemporary Handcrafted Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss

Contemporary Handcrafted Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss

Located in Atibaia, BR

Solid wood, processed in large width and thickness dimensions, and it adds life to this piece of straight and modernist shapes. In its artisan production, traditional woodworking ...

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2010s Brazilian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table or Bench #8 in Solid Oak
Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table or Bench #8 in Solid Oak

Contemporary Brutalist Style Small Table or Bench #8 in Solid Oak

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

Small table made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) Measures: 45 x 140 x 28 cm. SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s
Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s

Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s

Located in Houston, TX

This sculptural solid wood armchair makes a bold architectural statement with its tall, angular back and striking geometric silhouette. The pentagonal backrest and clean, linear plan...

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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Antic Style Bench in Solid Oak, Light, 'Custom Size'
Contemporary Antic Style Bench in Solid Oak, Light, 'Custom Size'

Contemporary Antic Style Bench in Solid Oak, Light, 'Custom Size'

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

Bench Sculpted wood (solid oak) Finish: hammered, light [Suitable for outdoor use] SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

French Bobbin Stool in the Brutalist Style, France, 1960s
French Bobbin Stool in the Brutalist Style, France, 1960s

French Bobbin Stool in the Brutalist Style, France, 1960s

Located in Knokke-Heist, BE

Striking and sculptural, this solid wood stool from the 1960s exemplifies the raw elegance of French Brutalism. The thick circular seat, carved from a single block of wood, is suppor...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood

Sculpted Bench or Side Table N10 in Solid Oakwood
Sculpted Bench or Side Table N10 in Solid Oakwood

Sculpted Bench or Side Table N10 in Solid Oakwood

By Sóha

Located in Paris, IDF

Bench or side table of solid oak (+ linseed oil) (Outdoor use OK) SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authentic sty...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Seating

Materials

Oak

A Pair of Brutalist Oak Armchairs, Spain 1960s
A Pair of Brutalist Oak Armchairs, Spain 1960s

A Pair of Brutalist Oak Armchairs, Spain 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The 1960s witnessed the rise of Brutalism, a style characterised by its unpretentious aesthetic and robust construction. While it is often associated with large concrete structures, ...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Brutalist Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Set of Four Brutalist Chairs in Blond Oak, Belgium, 1960s
Set of Four Brutalist Chairs in Blond Oak, Belgium, 1960s

Set of Four Brutalist Chairs in Blond Oak, Belgium, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Sculptural Blond Oak Dining Chairs, Belgium, 1960s Presenting a striking set of four sculptural dining chairs crafted from beautiful blond oak, hailing from Belgium during the 1960s...

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1960s Belgian Vintage Brutalist Seating

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Oak

Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s
Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s

Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This “kubbstol” or “kubbestol” is a traditional Scandinavian chair made from a log. The kubbestol was quite common in some districts of Norway from about 1750 to 1960, where it was usually made from logs with significant girth and three to four feet in length. The tree trunk was hollowed out so that the base (from the seat down) would be cylindrical while the back of the chair continues upward from the seat in a curved shield that makes the chair both snug and comfortable. Most, but not all, kubbestols were decorated with carving, painting, or some combination of the two. This chair has beautiful folk patterns hand carved into it, with visible, raw craftsmanship. Carved and painted decorations would differ from district to district and styles changed over time. While the log is seemingly roughly shaped, this chair is surprisingly comfortable, as functionality has been historically important for Scandinavian furniture makers. The kubbestol was often placed next to the open-hearth fireplace or next to the bed, and it was reserved for the head of the household. Large, impressive farmhouses might have had several richly carved and painted kubbestols as a display of wealth and status. These days the log chair has become a symbol of Scandinavian roots for many families with ties to Norway, Sweden, or Denmark. The kubbestol is a reminder of our rural heritage and a time when most things in and around the home were made by hand from materials found in nature. Essentially a chair hewn from a tree trunk, this chair is as closely associated with Norway as Peer Gynt...

Category

19th Century Norwegian Antique Brutalist Seating

Materials

Wood

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