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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
$1,058 / item
Foot Stool in Black
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
This playful design is inspired by a classic milking stool, and has a fun twist with three individually shaped legs. The stool is hand carved by artisans in northern Portugal from ch...
Chestnut
$2,600 / item
Eva Leather padded swivel chair
Located in Milan, IT
Eva swivel padded chair has a rigid polyurethane shell padded and covered in soft taupe leather and a five star base painted in chrome. There is the possibility of height adjustment....
Leather
Established & Sons MOLLO Upholstered Armchair by Philippe Malouin
By Established & Sons, Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Instantly recognisable, Mollo’s simple, rounded volume is formed from plump layers of high density foam, making it exceptionally comfortable and inviting for both private and social ...
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
Sculptural Manhattan Cube Side Table, Verdigris/Bronze Patina, by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
The Manhattan cube is a deceptively simple side table, created by artist-designer Margit Wittig that can double up as a sculptural seat. It replicates ...
Epoxy Resin
$14,950 / item
Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Deep Blue Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious blueberry blue cotton velvet fabric. Supported by smoked eucalyptus wood base. Standard dimensions: ...
Velvet, Wood
Alcove Armchair In Ruby Red Velvet With Fringe Skirt, Sidani Design
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Joko Counter Stools Designed by Bartoli Design for Kristalia, Made in Italy
By Kristalia, Bartoli Design
Located in Miami, FL
Joko Counter Stool Designed by Bartoli Design for Kristalia, Made in Italy. In total two stools available. Price is per stool.
Steel
$19,171Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 12 black lacquered green velvet Arches dining chairs by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021 Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair is designed in the ...
Metal, Brass
Customizable Teak Armchair with Oatmeal Upholstery and Rounded Back – Fane Line
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural teak wood armchair upholstered in Wheat Thin Plain Weave fabric, the Fane armchair brings organic elegance and refined comfort to any space....
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Bertu Stools, Chile Modern Blackened Oak Counter Stools, Red Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These Chile Counter Stools in Blackened Oak are beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stools are chunky and modern with a comfortable cushion in the thick weave f...
Oak
Thinking Man’s Chair Armchair by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An eloquent name for a product that invites contemplation. For the Thinking Man’s Chair, Jasper Morrison envisioned a design in which all the elements are fu...
Metal, Stainless Steel
$9,120Sale Price / set|24% Off
Set of 6 Eliel Saarinen 'Cranbrook' Dining Chairs, Refinished and Reupholstered
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Offered here is a beautifully restored set of six (6) Eliel Saarinen 'Cranbrook' dining chairs, an enduring icon of early American modernism and one of the most recognizable seating ...
Leather, Wood
Scandinavian Ekornes Stressless Recliner White Lounge Chair + Ottoman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration Scandinavian modern Ekornes Stressless lounge chair white + ottoman. White leather in wood base. Dimensions: Chair 39.5" H x 31.5" W x 26" D. Seat arm 21.5" ...
Leather, Wood
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric RAF
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions PHOTOS SHOWN AS LAF IN STOCK READY FOR IMMEDIATE SHIPPING showroom samples, reflects discounted price, w...
Fabric
Craft Associates Modern Lounge Chair, 2002, the Parallax
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Modern Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Mohair Yardage: 6 yards, 5.5 meters condition Craft Associates Modern lounge chair - 2002 - The Parallax...
Mohair, Walnut
$14,312 / item
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2003. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark. In the Autumn of 1945, Finn Juhl presented the 45 Chair...
Fabric, Wood
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903 manufactured by BD Barcelona Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material ...
Wood
$2,402 / item
Contemporary Mexican Hand Carved Bench in Cedar Wood
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
A piece to touch it. The division in the surface between the carving and the smooth wood defines the area to sit as a symbol of respect for the work of the craftsman and to cares...
Cedar
Contemporary Dining Chair in Red Velvet With Custom Lacquer Finish-Jose Castro
Located in New York, NY
This modern dining chair is a study in sleek, minimalist design. Its lacquered wooden frame offers a smooth, clean finish, while the gently curved backrest provides ergonomic support...
Wood, Velvet
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought...
Wood
$2,083Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary chenille walnut brass handmade Arches dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021 Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair is designed in the ...
Brass, Metal
Salvador Dali, Contemporary, Red Dali Lips Sofa for BD
By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dalilips designed by Salvador Dali for BD design. Two-seat sofa made of polyethylene with rotational moulding process. Color red. Measures: 100 x 170 x 73 H cm. Is the famous sofa in the shape of a mouth which the artist created together with Oscar Tusquets in 1972 for the Mae West room at the Dalí Museum...
Plastic
Contemporary Barstool with Seaming Details on the Front & Back
Located in New York, NY
This barstool projects pure haute couture, with its sensuous feminine outline and voluptuous shape. Each exquisite curve features detailed seaming through the front to back, standing...
Brass
$1,698Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern sculptural camel velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Fabric, Velvet
Be Careful Chair, Modern Collectible Seating, Limited Edition Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Be Careful Chair is a fearless exploration of beauty, danger, and contradiction, transforming an everyday lounge chair into a provocative work of collectible design. As its name ...
Resin, Lacquer
Pair of Stendig Prague Armchairs by Josef Hoffman
By Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic and iconic Prague armchairs designed by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet. Imported from Czechoslovakia by Stendig in the 1960s. Wood in good shape. Original cane needs to be redone ...
Cane, Bentwood
$10,700 / item
Extra Deep Metal-Framed Madda XL Sofa by Michael Felix
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Madda XL is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair, extended into sofa form. Its metal base fully wraps around the sofa, as if to squeeze it into a plump and com...
Steel
Craftassociates Counter Stools, Cane Counter Height Stools, Walnut and Leather
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craftassociates counter stools, cane counter height stools, walnut and leather, Craftassociates counter stools, cane counter height stools, walnut and l...
Walnut, Cane
Customizable Black Matte and Gray Upholstered Lounge Chair - Soho Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Soho armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with black matte finish and checkered gray fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Soho armchair brings vint...
Lacquer, Leather, Fabric, Cane
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chairs with Sculptural Silhouette
Located in New York, NY
This classic dining chair seamlessly blends comfort and sophisticated design. It features a generously upholstered seat and backrest, providing a plush and inviting seating experienc...
Fabric, Wood, Foam
$1,300 / set
Pair of Klismos Stools, Ottoman, Black Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Klismos Stools, black leather. Sold by Theodore Alexander. Width is measured from bottom of legs.
Leather, Wood
Counter Stool in Black Faux Leather and Black Wood Finish, Sotto Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Sotto counter stool by Uultis strikes a confident balance between sculptural presence and everyday comfort. Designed for use at countertop height, it features a clean-lined black...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Faux Leather
DS-2878 Italian Pop Boxing Glove Chaise Lounge Left in Leather by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-2878 is an original sofa designed by the de Sede Design Team for the homonymous brand. Wadding padding, and upholstery in various leather finishes. DS-2878 is available with a lef...
Leather
Contemporary Sleek Barstool with Solid Wood Frame In Walnut Finish
Located in New York, NY
Product Description: Introducing a sophisticated and versatile range of seating furniture that combines modern design with high-quality materials and ergonomic comfort. Whether for c...
Fabric, Wood
$2,435 / item
Mint and Pink Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A dreamy pairing of mint and pink makes for a sweet addition to a pastel-themed lounge corner. Upholstered in velvet 100% trevira and accented with viscose, the pouf lends a soft and cozy vibe to any space while its painted beechwood base and padded top...
Textile
Alcove Bench Upholstered In Olive Velvet With Fringe Skirt Trim By Sidani Design
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Collection embraces a bold silhouette — rectangular and linear — that gently r...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Roo Occasional Chair / Stool in Linen by Frances Jean (Travertine)
Located in London, GB
The Roo Stool is a compact and proportion-led occasional seat designed with a low crescent back for gentle support and comfort. Its refined oval silhouette allows it to slip neatly b...
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery
Preview (Weiman) Furniture Adjustable Contemporary Modern Three Seater Sofa
By Preview
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Designed for Preview Furniture, this adjustable three-seater sofa embodies the designer’s signature blend of sculptural form and exceptional comfort. The sofa features generously pro...
Fabric
$850 / item
Game Side Table
Located in Mérida, MX
These side wooden stools capture the elegance and charm of antique card tables, where cards and camaraderie intertwined in endless afternoons. Each bench is meticulously designed wit...
Wood, Cedar
$9,800 / item
The Forsyth Cloud Ottoman in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth originals collection. This large, round ottoman is so versatile. It can be used as a large coffee table, just put a big tray on it, and of course a large piece fo...
Zebra Hide
Pair of contemporary shagreen covered stools by R&Y Augousti, Paris
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of matching stools custom made by R&Y Augousti in Paris, France. Made of fine materials including signature shagreen wrapping both sides of the stool, playing off the materi...
Leather, Shagreen, Palmwood
Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chairs In Custom Velvet & Lacquer Finishes
Located in New York, NY
A refined expression of minimal architectural elegance, this chair features a sleek three-leg structure with subtle metal accents. Its sculptural form balances simplicity and sophist...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Tractor Counter Stool in Carved, Solid Wood by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Since debuting at the Milan furniture fair in 2003, the BassamFellows Tractor stool has become a bona fide modern icon. From the outset, it has proven to be a piece of infinite varie...
Wood
Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions In stock ready for immediate shipping showroom samples, reflects discounted price, we offer custom in any...
Fabric
Luxury Outdoor Swing with Waterproof Fabric and Decorative Pillows
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Swing Sofa Crafted with durable and resilient materials, the Fable swing is designed to withstand the demands of outdoor use, looking brand new over the years. Its soft, padd...
Stainless Steel
Classic Contemporary Barstool w Backrest Natural Tan Leather, Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Steel
Teak Wood Dining Chair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Stuzi Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi chair by Uultis Design pairs subtle sophistication with ergonomic comfort, making it a versatile addition to contemporary interiors. *Please check availability prior to pur...
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
Light Cream Boucle Curved Channeled Sectional Sofa, Custom
Located in Greenwich, CT
Sweeping curves meet textural warmth in this expansive channeled sectional. Shown in a premium light cream boucle, the design features tight vertical...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Hardwood
Accent Dining Chair Gropius CS1 by NOOM, Upholstered Wool, Bauhaus Style, Beige
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and concise...
Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Felt, Cotton, Velvet, Acrylic, Ash
Gubi Pacha Lounge Chair in Karakorum Stripe Fabric by Pierre Paulin - In Stock
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Legendary French designer Pierre Paulin originally designed the Pacha Lounge Chair in 1975. Paulin designed the chair in harmony with the changing design style of its period, replaci...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Ombra Bench by Riva 1920: Solid Cedarwood & Lacquered Metal Design
By Riva 1920
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural bench is a striking composition of two integrated parallelepipeds, designed to evoke the image of an object and its shadow. It is crafted from two distinct materials:...
Metal
$1,790 / item
Ledermann Bar Stool by Tom Kelley
Located in Milan, IT
This gray-ash wooden bar stool is covered in taupe-colored leather and features a footrest with painted steel protector. Its solid, yet minimal, silhouette and combination of substan...
Leather
$9,392 / item
Nazaré daybed - L shape
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ DAYBED - L shape, designed in 2024. The Nazaré Daybed is crafted from solid walnut and has two removable cushions. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving th...
Walnut
Modern Black Leather and Chome Dining Chairs for Arper, Italy - Set of Four
By Arper
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four modern black leather and chrome leg dining chairs by Arper, Italy. Chairs are stackable.
Chrome
Modern Krueger Set 8 Dining Armchairs Chrome Steel Rod Frames & Geometric Fabric
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Modern Krueger set of 8 dining armchairs composed of chrome solid steel rod frames, black molded fiberglass seats/back fram...
Steel, Chrome
Riccardo Blumer Alias 301 Laleggera 32 Stacking Maple Chairs with steel trolleys
By Alias, Riccardo Blumer
Located in London, GB
32 x Ricardo Blumer for Alias 301 Laleggera model '301' lightweight stacking chairs, all priced individually (£250 per chair) There are 5 x steel troll...
Birch
$750 / item
Bertu Stools, Boca Uno Dining Stool, Modern
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Stools, Boca Uno Dining Stool, Modern Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy BERTU HOME stumps? KILN DRIED Our stumps ...
Wood, Maple
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 6 Gae Aulenti for Knoll International 'Orsay' Dining Chairs 1984, Signed
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking set of six (6) 'Orsay' dining chairs was designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International, one of the most respected producers of modern design in the twentieth century....
Steel
Indoor / Outdoor Black and Red Glossy Lacquered Bench by Christophe Pillet
By Serralunga
Located in Chicago, IL
Loop bench by Christophe Pillet for Serralunga. Indoor / outdoor bench in glossy black and red lacquer. Frame in LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene). Dimensions: 180cm ...
Lacquer
Accent Lounge Chair Flock by NOOM, Modern Design, Faux Sheepskin, Beige
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
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