Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Seating
Pine
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.
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Pine
Rounded Dining Chair in Grey Wool — Flock CS1 by NOOM, Organic Modern
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The fully upholstered Dining Chair Flock by NOOM is an award-winning contemporary designer dining chair created by Kateryna Sokolova. Recognized with the NYCxDESIGN Awards 2024 in the Contract Seating category, the chair is perfect for modern dining rooms, restaurants, boutique hotels, and design-driven interiors. MATERIALS AND TEXTURE The chair is upholstered in grey wool fabric, whose natural texture adds warmth and depth while maintaining a clean, understated appearance. The monochrome upholstery highlights the smooth geometry of the design and enhances its minimalist aesthetic. COMFORT AND FUNCTION The chair features a wide upholstered seat and gently curved backrest, providing ergonomic support and comfortable seating for everyday dining. Its balanced proportions make it suitable for both residential interiors and contract hospitality projects. CUSTOMIZATION The Flock chair...
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash
Monitor Fiberglass Stool Blue by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Asa Pingree’s slinky, singular fiberglass creations are a direct reflection of the designer’s penchant for clean lines and lightweight structures. The stool is made of a lightweight fiberglass composite with a molded gel coat surface that is extremely durable. The cushion is latex foam...
Velvet, Fiberglass
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Pine
Contemporary Low Stool '01' by FRAMA, Dark Brown Birch
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Low Stool 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Dark Brown Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 46 cm / Width ...
Wood, Birch
Dutch Originals Gebroeders de Wit 3011 arm chair , 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Originals Gebroeders de Wit 3011 arm chair , 1960s
Metal
Contemporary Stool '01' by FRAMA, Dark Brown Birch, Seat H.76
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Stool 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Dark Brown Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 76 cm / Width 38,7...
Wood, Birch
Contemporary Bar Chair '01' by FRAMA, Dark Brown Birch, seat H.76
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Bar Chair 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Solid dark brown birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 104,5 cm / Wi...
Wood, Birch
Contemporary Chair 'Symmetry Lounge' by Studio 0405 X FRAMA, Ash Wood
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Symmetry Lounge Chair by Studio 0405 X FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : Studio 0405 X FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Solid ash frame, foam mattress, 76% linen 21% cotton 3% polyeste...
Fabric, Wood, Ash
Erosion Double Sofa by Alexandre Labruyère in Smoked Oak, Minimalist
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Erosion Interested in the movement of pebbles along the coasts of the English Channel and in the ever-changing shapes they take during their journey, Alexandre Labruyère capture...
Leather, Fabric, Ash
$1,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Outdoor Sling Chair by Studio Stirling team
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 a...
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Bar Chair '01' by FRAMA, Dark Brown Birch, seat H.65
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Bar Chair 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Dark Brown Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 93.5 cm / Wid...
Wood, Birch
Contemporary Bar Chair '01' by FRAMA, Warm Brown Birch, seat H.76
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Bar Chair 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Solid warm brown birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 104,5 cm / Wi...
Wood, Birch
$1,490 / item
Contemporary Bench '01' by FRAMA, Dark Brown Birch
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Bench 01 — FRAMA Designer / Maker : FRAMA Material: Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Dimensions : Height 46 cm × Width 114.6 cm × Depth 37 cm Color / Finish : Dark brown birc...
Wood, Birch
Contemporary Stool '01' by FRAMA, Natural Birch, Seat H.76
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Stool 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Natural Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 76 cm / Width 38,7 cm...
Wood, Birch
Huang Chair, Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Huang chair Cream lacquer Hand repousse Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at least 60 coat...
Lacquer
Italy Set 6 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
F_21, lapis, Limited edition chair 21, designed by Ruud Jan Kokke
Located in amstelveen, NL
A rare and highly collectible example of contemporary Dutch design, this Chair 21 by Ruud-Jan Kokke is part of a strictly limited edition of only 50 examples produced in this special...
Ash, Oak
Italy Set 8 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
Sculptural Rolled Chair by Jonathan Nesci in Rolled Aluminum with Leather Pad
Located in Columbus, IN
The Rolled chair by Jonathan Nesci is an exercise in process of only three main components. The body, backrest, and seat are made of aluminum sheet which is...
Aluminum
Set of 4 Yellow Colour Play Steel and Wood Stools - Customisible
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The color play stools are part of &New’s color play dining room collection, which consists of dining tables, benches, stools and cabinets made in Britain by local craftsmen. The desi...
Steel
$368 / item
Noa Chair Oak Blood Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
Is it possible for an inanimate object to truly embody the essence of a yogi? To possess strength and harmony simultaneously? To effortlessly stand in the face of the seemingly impos...
Sheet Metal
Rounded Sage Green Lounge Chair in Oatmeal Faux Leather — Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
ARCHITECTURAL CLARITY The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines contemporary minimalism with sculptural structure. Crafted with a solid wood frame and wide wooden armrests, the cha...
Leather, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Faux Leather, Velvet, Ash
Minimalist Metal and Plywood Stackable Armchairs by Gijs Van Der Sluis, Set of 6
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage minimalist dining chairs designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis. They have metal frames and navy blue wooden seats. Timeless, industrial minimalist design. The chairs have armrest...
Metal
Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Bar Height Stool by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A stool in bar height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, san...
Aluminum
OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair Leather
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Upholstery, wood Leather Black / Pacific 770 Frame Carbon Ash Dimensions 22.4" W x 20.9" D x 32.3" H, SH 18.5"
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Ash
$6,760 / item
LOTO Bench in Green Boucle
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The Loto collection is the result of exploration using slender wooden dowels to compose different planes and shapes. Contrasted with materials, textures, and effects, we have achieve...
Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Tzalam wood
Minimalist Armchair - Handcrafted in Canada by Le Tenon & la Mortaise - MUGO
Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA
Handcrafted with precision in high-quality solid wood, the MUGO solid wood armchair strikes a perfect balance between playfulness and sophistication. Inspired by the rounded branches...
Wood, Fir, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Black Walnut
$5,363 / item
Ensamble Bench in Horizon Essentiel 16
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble" referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (Me...
Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Tzalam wood
Rare Leather Lounge Chair by Pierre Thielen for Metz & Co., Netherlands, 1960s
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
n exceptionally rare lounge chair designed by Pierre Thielen for the prestigious Dutch department store and furniture producer Metz & Co. during the 1960s. Combining architectural pr...
Stainless Steel
'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
A complex yet simple piece full of subtle details which uses traditional techniques to make a modern statement. Canela II is the perfect addition to any environment, its minimalist...
Brass
A_Bench in Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A_Bench in hot-dipped galvanized steel. A minimal, backless design in steel with a durable coating of molten zinc. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished finish. Signed, date...
Steel
Contemporary Armchair 'Lost Space' by TheShaw, Stainless Steel
By THESHAW
Located in Paris, IDF
Armchair: 'Lost Space' from collection 'Future Vestige by THE SHAW STUDIO Polished stainless steel H.82 x 120 x 90 cm About the collection: "I opened my eyes, it was still dark, t...
Stainless Steel
$3,096 / item
Minimalist Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Simply sophisticated, this contemporary take on the end-of-bed bench introduces a European-inspired design to bedroom suites and dressing areas. Minimal embellishment and clean line...
Metal
Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Teak Wood Bench or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful aged teak wood made into this impressive bench. The back rest is 21" high, the seat 15" high. Stunning erosion wood grain on this 2.5" single sl...
Wood
Demilune Vanity Stool in Milled and Anodized Aluminum, Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
This half-octagon shaped stool is a modern take on the demilune vanity stool. Octagon-shaped legs are cnc-milled out of square aluminum solid bar, and ...
Aluminum
E-Turn, Lacquered Fibreglass Sculptural Bench Seat in Blue by Brodie Neill
By Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
The result of exploring the possibilities of a singular line in 3D space, the E-Turn is a continuously morphing ribbon that twists and turns from seat to structure before overlapping and returning again in the configuration of a bench. The endless E-Turn, refers to eternity; it dramatically transcends width and dimension as it wraps into its moebius-like form. The E-Turn by Brodie Neill...
Fiberglass
Italy Ghidini 1961 Set 6 Burnished Brass Armchairs Contemporary Design
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
This three-legged armchair with a very comfortable backrest, is an invitation to relax, to enjoy the minutes slowly. Fully hand made in Italy. The price are referring to the burnishe...
Brass
Sol Daybed in Coated Aluminum and Spinneybeck Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Sol daybed powder-coated aluminum, perforated steel sheet. Top cushion is made of foam with a down topping and stitched in Spinneybeck leather. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume Gallery...
Aluminum
Armchair UMI in Wool fabric, Blue chair for Artistic Interiors
Located in Kyiv, UA
Designer Rostislav Sorokoviy aimed to create an object that resembles a soft sculpture rather than a piece of furniture. The seat and back of the armchair consist of two cylinders j...
Steel
Sustainable Indoor & Outdoor Seating Made with Recycled Post Consumer Plastic
Located in Leicester, GB
A sustainable seating made in recycled post-consumer plastic waste. We designed these benches for the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh Scotland in the summer of 2021, as part of CO...
Steel
'King Me' Table by Zachary A. Design in Stone & Resin Aggregate, USA
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of regality and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stability. D...
Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete
$3,394Sale Price|25% Off
Hand-Crafted Minimalist Two-Seat Sofa by DD Dimore in Light Grey
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
The essential shape of this Italian design sofa, is elegant and timeless in contemporary style. The sofa is suitable for both public spaces and private homes; the comfort is its essential feature. Tha Italian fabric is following the Chanel style. The light green and light grey color linen fabric are bright with the white thread of light. A free fabric sample is available on demand. Removable fabric on the seat pillow...
Fabric, Wood
Pétiole Chair by Alexandre Labruyère: Oak & Brass Minimalist Design
Located in Paris, FR
Pétiole chair The Pétiole chair, part of the eponymous collection, is inspired by the natural principle of the petiole: the thin stem that connects the leaf to the branch. With this ...
Brass
Italy Ghidini 1961 Brass Dining Chair Contemporary Design
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
The design of this iconic Ghidini 1961 chair was inspired by the Californian coastline. Blending refined architectural elements with fluid gestures, the chair's form brings surprisin...
Brass
Whole Stool Minimalist Sculpture in Milled Anodized Aluminium by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Designed by Jonathan Nesci, whole stool is a sculptural seat made as an exercise in local production. Fabricated exclusively using material and knowledge from modernist-cradle Columb...
Aluminum
$1,759Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s. It has a black leather upholstered and aluminum frame on wooden sleds. This folding model is easy to s...
Aluminum
KAUNUS Adjustable Rosewood and Leather Piano Bench. Atelier sample.
By KAUNUS
Located in CASTELLÓN DE LA PLANA, VC
An original KAUNUS adjustable piano bench, designed and crafted in Spain. This listing is for the actual KAUNUS Atelier Sample shown in the photographs. Previously used for presenta...
Leather, Rosewood
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height Traffic Yellow by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished...
Aluminum
Ombre Armchair by Charlotte Besson-Oberlin, Minimalist Design
Located in Paris, FR
Ombre armchair Between fullness and emptiness, the Ombre armchair tames the light. Its oak frame highlights the double cane work that filters the reflections of the velvet seat. Th...
Fabric, Cane, Oak
'Paper - Constructivist Static' Club Chair, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
It’s not paper. We convert drawings to single use molds to cast resin into. After the resin has cured, the paper mold is chipped away and destroyed to reveal the cast transferred drawing. These pieces are seemingly fragile and ephemeral, but physically permanent. Intended for indoor / outdoor use. Dimensions: Width 29 in. (74 cm), depth 25 in. (64 cm), height 32.5 in. (83 cm). Weight 80 lbs. (36 kg). Materials: resin, fiberglass, graphite. Developed by Zachary A. Design Designers: Zac Bitner and Harrison Parkes...
Resin, Fiberglass, Paper
'Paper - Diablo Chico' Club Chair, by Zachary A. Design "It's not Paper"
Located in Chicago, IL
It’s not paper. We convert drawings to single use molds to cast resin into. After the resin has cured, the paper mold is chipped away and destroyed to reveal the cast transferred drawing. These pieces are seemingly fragile and ephemeral, but physically permanent. Intended for indoor / outdoor use. Dimensions: Width 27 in. (61 cm), depth 19.5 in. (50 cm), height 21 in. (53 cm). Weight 24 lbs. (11 kg). Materials: resin, fiberglass, graphite. Developed by Zachary A. Design Designers: Zac Bitner and Harrison Parkes...
Resin, Fiberglass, Paper
'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 01' Stool, by Zachary A. Design, "It's not Paper"
Located in Chicago, IL
It’s not paper. We convert drawings to single use molds to cast resin into. After the resin has cured, the paper mold is chipped away and destroyed to reveal the cast transferred drawing. These pieces are seemingly fragile and ephemeral, but physically permanent. Intended for indoor / outdoor use. Dimensions: Width 14 in. (36 cm), depth 17 in. (43 cm), height 17 in. (43 cm). Weight 25 lbs. (11 kg). Materials: resin, fiberglass, graphite. Developed by Zachary A. Design Designers: Zac Bitner and Harrison Parkes...
Resin, Fiberglass, Paper
'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 03' Stool, by Zachary A. Design, "It's not Paper"
Located in Chicago, IL
It’s not paper. We convert drawings to single use molds to cast resin into. After the resin has cured, the paper mold is chipped away and destroyed to reveal the cast transferred drawing. These pieces are seemingly fragile and ephemeral, but physically permanent. Intended for indoor / outdoor use. Dimensions: Width 13 in. (33 cm), depth 15 in. (38 cm), height 16 in. (41 cm). Weight 26 lbs. (12 kg). Materials: resin, fiberglass, graphite. Developed by Zachary A. Design Designers: Zac Bitner and Harrison Parkes...
Resin, Fiberglass, Paper
$3,600 / item
HUI series - Bench
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
HUI tiles and furniture are crafted from recycled oyster shells. By powdering and mixing discarded shells sourced from Korea’s oceans, they create robust materials that are transform...
Natural Fiber, Plastic, Acrylic, Paper
Contemporary Armchair 'Lost Space' by TheShaw, White Resin
By THESHAW
Located in Paris, IDF
Armchair: 'Lost Space' from collection 'Future Vestige by THE SHAW STUDIO White Resin H.82 x 120 x 90 cm About the collection: "I opened my eyes, it was still dark, the black wate...
Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Italian dining chairs in black-lacquered ash, from the 1980s
Located in NAPOLI, NP
An elegant set of four Italian dining chairs made of black-lacquered ash, dating from the 1980s. Characterized by a simple, geometric structure, they feature clean lines and precise ...
Ash, Coating
Auguste Architectural Lounge Chair in Walnut and Cord by Reda Amalou Design
Located in Paris, FR
A sovereign presence in any room, the Auguste Armchair by Reda Amalou Design is less an invitation to sit and more a "design ultimatum" to which one yields with delight. This lounge ...
Cord, Oak, Walnut
'Lin' Minimalist Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Lin is derived from a clean and minimalist take on a traditional three-legged stool, giving it a thoroughly modern appeal and Scandinavian feel through its brass details and slender appearance. The brass line on the seat marks the join in the wood and as such is different on each making them all unique. Light yet robust it’s a perfect combination of structure and aesthetic. Made from a range of Brazilian solid hard woods with a natural finish of oil and wax. Knót Artesanal...
Brass
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Traffic Green by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished...
Aluminum
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