Minimalist Seating
MINIMALIST STYLE
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
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Style: Minimalist
Ultraleggera Chair by Zieta Prozessdesign
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
Ultraleggera chair by Zieta Prozessdesign
Aluminum
1600 grams
Measures: H 77cm, W 58cm, D 60cm
"The lightest chair in the world!"
This chair is a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Minimalist Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Steel
Minimalist Brazilian Bench in Solid Wood "Ruy" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Ruy Bench by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Introducing the Ruy Bench, a contemporary piece that exemplifies the elegance of modern Brazilian design. Crafted from solid wood and steel, this ben...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Pita Daybed, Oak Wood
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A daybed is the piece of furniture that every room needs, whether it knows it or not. Pita’s subtle lines in woodturned oak invite you to take a breath, close your eyes and halt the passage of time.
Materials: Solid Oak Wood and Gray Scale Fabric.
Please note: This price does not include the cayenne leather cushion embroidered by hand with pita (maguey fiber).
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Yuba Coffee Table 42" by Sun at Six, Sienna, Coffee Table in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. Our classic coffee table -...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Seating
Materials
Oak
Modern Nest-Egg Steel Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging chair swing seat is inspired from the organic forms in birds' nests and has a natural egg shape. The chair has been designe...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Studio Stirling Twin Set Bubble
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking in its visual appeal. The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and relaxi...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Rudolph Indoor Three-Seater Sofa by Vincent Van Duysen, Made in Belgium
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Architect Vincent Van Duysen has designed a sofa line embodying the essence of his "warm minimalist" aesthetic.
Dubbed Rudolph, in homage to mid-century American modernist Rudolf Mi...
Category
2010s Belgian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Brazilian Chair "Joao" by Samuel Lamas in Leather Ch88
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
João Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
Embrace the essence of modern Brazilian design with the João Armchair, a contemporary piece that skillfully combines strength and elegance. Inspi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Very Rare Vittorio Introini Leather Sofa Set by Saporiti, Italy, 1968 Published
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and very rare sofa set by italian designer Vittorio Introini for Saporiti.
The set consist of a three seater sofa, two seater sofa and a single lounge chair
This is a very rare model designed in 1968, produced in very small numbers and hence is seldom seen on the market.
This model is published in the January - February 1969 issue of the famous italian design periodical 'Abitare'.
The example featured in 'Abitare' even features the same tan leather upholstery.
The original leather is in nice original condition with a great patina and user wet consistent with age and use
a very rare opportunity to obtain a complete living room sofa set...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Modern Hanging Recliner Daybed in White, Free Shipping
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The CURVE and POD hanging swing chairs are fluid and organic. They are inspired by nature and are reminiscent of organic seed shapes. They are modern, minimalist and striking in thei...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Yachi armchair - Contemporary Upholstered Armchair with Large Backrest
Located in Baguim Do Monte, PT
Yachi armchair - Sculptural Upholstered Armchair with Large Backrest and Armrests
The Yachi armchair is an impressive fusion of form a...
Category
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Ash
Modern Steel Gold Egg Chair for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging chair swing seat is inspired from the organic forms in birds' nests and has a natural egg shape. The chair has been designe...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Impressive Antique Teak Wood Chair or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Large rare antique chair with the arms extended to rest your legs. Hand made from beautiful old teak wood. It’s all in the details. Circa 1950. Ful...
Category
1950s Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
minimalist rocking chair "marcelo" by samuel lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Marcelo Rocking Chair by Samuel Lamas, 2022
This minimalist rocking chair, crafted from stainless steel, nautical rope, wood, and tapestry, is designed with an architectonic and geo...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Solid Teak Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair hand carved from a single reclaimed teak wood block. Both usable and sculptural. We bleached the wood revealing the unique wood grain and added a butterfly detail to ...
Category
2010s Indonesian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in White
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The chair has an open yet enveloping feel.
The pattern ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are beautifully fluted and hand carved. We have a collection of four all one of a kind. The pr...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Background - A minimal sofa and a geometry given by the seams
By HEMO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Introducing Background, a unique sofa with a simple and minimal design, both in form and component choice. What sets it apart is the stitching of all the soft elements and the chroma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Cowrie, Ebonised Ash Veneered Bent Plywood Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Seating
Materials
Ash, Walnut
Yuba Coffee Table 42" by Sun at Six, Nude Coffee Table in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. Our Classic coffee table s...
Category
2010s Asian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Oak
Cowrie, Rocking Chaise Longue, Walnut Veneered Bent Plywood, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
Organic in form, and iconic in design, the Cowrie Rocker is inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The modern curvilinear form is the result of an extensive research and innova...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Seating
Materials
Ash, Walnut
Double Layered Back Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MATERIALS
Textured Upholstery, Matte Black Metal
MEASUREMENTS
Small 84” L x 36” D x 33” H x 16” SH
Medium 96” L x 36” D x 33” H x 16” SH
Large 112” L x 36” D x 33” H x 16” SH
HANDM...
Category
2010s Canadian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Modern Circular Hanging Chair in Pieces for Economic Shipping
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The wheel hanging chair swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The ch...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Passe Partout slatted ash bench by Walter Antonis for Arspect 1970s
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
A rare slatted “Passe Partout” bench by the Dutch designer Walter Antonis for Arspect. This bench came from the Passe Partout series of Antonis that consisted of multiple pieces.
A ...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Minimal and Modern Style Chair with Arms, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The flap 2.0 outdoor collection design is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the geometry of the metal structure. Com...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage German Minimalist Tubular Steel Beige Suede Leather 2-Seater Sofa, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This two-seater sofa was produced during the 1960s. The geometric frame is made of chrome-plated tubular steel. The seat and backrest are upholstered with beige suede leather. Suede ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in Bunnik, NL
“Doublet” is a beautiful and rare find of Dutch mid-century design by Rob Parry. A square black metal frame, wooden armrests and a nice grey wool fabric upholstery. This combination ...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Cowrie, Walnut Veneered Bent Plywood Contemporary Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Seating
Materials
Ash, Walnut
Modern Contemporary Outdoor Minimalist White Bird Chair in Recycled Metal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bird Chair's abstracted bird profile carries connotations of flight; in side view, the biophilic outdoor loveseat resembles a bird in flight. It provides a sculptural focus point for the garden, encouraging indoor/outdoor living. This aluminum outdoor daybed comfortably holds two people on a single narrow spine or foot. The generously sized lounge chair supports the body for outdoor lounging and comfort. It is also perfect for working on the laptop or reading to your child under the shade of a tree. It is accompanied with a removable water proof round head pillow, covered with Sumbrella outdoor fabric. The bed cannot be damaged or stolen, as it is durable and embedded in its territory. The day lounger is made of 3/8" thick anodized metal or glossy powder-coated recycled metal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Milo Baughman Scoop Dining Chairs in COM
Located in New York, NY
"Scoop" dining chairs in COM designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Model #1228. USA, circa 1970.
Up to six (6) available; priced individually and includes custom reupholstery ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood, Off-White Denim and Leather
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or sunbrella neutrals. ...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Minimalist Rocking Stool by Michael C. Poulsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Swing stool made of form plywood according to a design by the Danish architect and designer Michael C. Poulsen.
A functional and elegant design object. The stool is formed from a pi...
Category
20th Century Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood
Stool in Teak, Cane and Upholstery by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, c. 1959
Located in New York City, NY
Petite stool with a satisfying visual weight. The tone of the wood is quite warm, with beautiful patina. The seat cushion can be removed to reveal a simply caned seat.
Category
20th Century Indian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Teak, Upholstery, Cane
Natural Brazilian Wood Pipa Bar Stool in Minimal Style from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
From the Pipa collection, we launched the bar stool with the same principle of industrial rationalization and constructive simplicity used by the chair that started this line. In sol...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Hardwood
'Canela III' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
The latest addition to the Canela family, the three seated version of the 'Canela II' bench is faithful to the original mid-century modern design albeit in a more robust and imposing...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Brass
Waveform Minimalist Stacked Bench by Bradley Duncan Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
REDWOOD
30” X 60” X 18”
2020
160 LBS
WAVEFORM -
Burnt with an icon of authenticity
Produced by hand in Los Angeles, CA. from regional wood.
Category
2010s American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood
Bokken Chair, Walnut Structure Red Back, Minimalist Design made in Italy
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Beech, Lacquer
Vintage Turkish Flat-Weave Teresa Rug Gray and Brown Stripes
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Teresa rug
Vintage Turkish rug in brown and gray stripes.
Our latest collection has arrived from Turkey, these are great to use as a rug.
Flat-weave, wool and goat hair, make thes...
Category
20th Century Turkish Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Mid-Century Green Desk Arm Chair , Sweden, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage desk chair with black leather armrests. The chair has great back support. It's heavy.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Minimalist Modern Outdoor Chair, Metal Structure with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection design, which is based on the flaps part of aircrafts, this element is possible to be seen in the arms curvature and the...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Metal
Ola Stool, Tzalam Wood
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The peaceful movement of a wave flows by the stylized lines of the stools, refreshing in its organic design made with tzalam wood. Qualities such as defini...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Pétiole Chair by Alexandre Labruère
Located in Paris, FR
pétiole chair
Tinted ash chair made by the designer Alexandre Labruyère in 2023. The Petiole chair is part of the Petiole collection inspired by the natural principle of the petiole...
Category
2010s French Minimalist Seating
Materials
Ash
Brutalist Minimal Dining Chair Black Wengue Wood, White Velvet Seat
Located in Porto, PT
Brutalist Minimal Dining Chair Black Wengue Wood, White Velvet Seat
The Alva Chair is a stylish black dining chair with a contrasting white upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Minimalist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Wenge
Modern Hanging Chair in Red for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon is a species of deciduous tree that is native to South Africa. This hanging chair is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Minimal Suspended Pod Daybed for in / Outdoor Use in Black
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The CURVE and POD hanging swing chairs are fluid and organic. They are inspired by nature and are reminiscent of organic seed shapes. They are modern, minimalist and striking in thei...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Japanese Minimalist Abachi Wood Sculptural Chair Splint Stool by Sho Ota
By Sho Ota
Located in Amsterdam, NL
At the intersection of industrial design and craftsmanship, Sho's sculptural works are both minimalistic and multi-layered. Every piece of collectible design is handmade by Sho himse...
Category
2010s Dutch Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood
Modern Nest Chair in Gold for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural egg shape. The pattern detail is remin...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
1 Maya Lin Knoll Adult Stone Stool
By Maya Lin
Located in Pasadena, TX
Maya Lin's collection of Stones, introduced in 1998 in celebration of Knoll's 60th anniversary, reflects the famed architect's signature subtlety. "At the heart of this furniture col...
Category
1990s American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Concrete
80s Minimalist Stool 'Trix' by Metalplastica Lucchese in Red Melamine
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step back into the vibrant era of the 1980s with the quintessential vintage seating stool: the sturdy red melamine stool ‘Trix’ by Metalplastica Lucchese. This vintage seating stool ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Seating
Materials
Plastic
Modern Hanging Sling Chair for Outdoor in Greens, Customisable
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material.
The S...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Studio Stirling "Lucky Bean" Set of 2
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon is a species of deciduous tree that is native to South Africa. This hanging chair is inspired by the pods...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Modern Nest Chair in Gold for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural egg shape. The pattern detail is remin...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Seating
Materials
Steel
Organic Modern "Aligné" Slatted Bench in Solid Ambrosia Maple by Mark Leblanc
Located in Deland, FL
Combining natural materials with classic clean lines, rounded shapes, and smooth surfaces this entryway bench is the very definition of 'Organic Modern'. Hand-crafted from solid Ambrosia Maple, coveted for it's variety of greyish-blue to brown streaks that are caused by an infestation of the ambrosia beetle, this gossip bench exudes natural tones, colors and textures that fill any space with a warm elemental perception. The slat design simultaneously adds depth whilst presenting an airy, minimalist frame making this piece architecturally fascinating from all angels. This firet edition bench has been designed and handcrafted by Mark LeBlanc...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Maple
Natural Brazilian Wood Pipa Chair in Naked Style from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Developed under the premise of Brazilian traditional joinery concepts, Pipa chair is made with Tauari rods, all of the same thickness and with simple insert...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Beech
Natural Brazilian Wood Pipa Armchair in Naked Style from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
From the Pipa collection, we launched the armchair, with the same principle of Industrial rationalization and constructive simplicity used by the chair that started this line. In sol...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Giorgio Armani Chestnut Constructivist Side Chairs, Italy, 1990s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Giorgio Armani, these side chairs have the same elegant aesthetic the designer is known for. The precision of construction is evident, with a result that feels modern as ...
Category
1990s Italian Minimalist Seating
Materials
Wood
Alpha, Solid Walnut Stackable Contemporary Dining Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
A contemporary solid-wood all-purpose stackable chair produced using the latest production technologies of shaped wooden furniture. The design boasts ...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Seating
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Minimalist seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Joanina and David Pastoll, Zachary A. Bitner, Jover + Valls, and SP01. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $277 and tops out at $292,684 while the average work can sell for $2,500.
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