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Modern Buffets

MODERN STYLE

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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.

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Style: Modern
Untitled (Red Door Coffer), c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century coffer from Shanxi province has a streamlined design and plenty of rustic appeal. Originally configured to open from the top, the chest has been modified to o...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Modern Buffets

Materials

Pine

Modern Milano Mystic 4-Door Buffet in Painted Glass by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milano buffet by Ercole Home has a 4-door touch latch on the front front, with reversed painted glass in moss greens and blues and a painted gray wood finish on oak. Adjustable...
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2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Glass, Oak

One Sideboard, Handmade in Limestone Ashwood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The one sideboard is a contemporary piece designed by the Asian designer Ben Wu. His refined design is a perfect fusion of the elegance of traditional C...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Buffets

Materials

Ash

Leather, Brass & Lacquered Timber Contemporary Falcon Sideboard by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Inspired by the South African birds of prey, this contemporary and handmade server, by Egg Designs, is clad in a series of distressed leather circles, eac...
Category

2010s South African Modern Buffets

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Two-Door Blossom Buffet with Vintage Style Base by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern Two-Door Blossom Buffet with Vintage Style Base by Ercole Home has a 2-door front, with white wash finish on oak wood. Hand-cut glass mosaic in variety shades of hand-cut whit...
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2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Art Glass, Oak

Modern Credenza, Oak Veneer Body, Textured Lacquered Wood Top and Sides
Located in Maçka-İstanbul, 34
‘Dekolte’ is a simple yet elegant product that responds to your needs in your living spaces. Side surface of Dekolte, reveals its beauty with the glossy patterned finish like a radia...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

L'IMPOSANT Contemporary Buffet/Storage Cabinet in Pink Resin by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
L'IMPOSANT Buffet by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory Resin H 35.3" x W 55.1" x D 17.7" The oak puzzle-shaped buffet is both a work of art and a functional piece f...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Buffets

Materials

Resin

Asymmetrical Dutch Cabinet 'Hague School' Designed by Coen de Jong. c 1930
Located in Albany, NY
Designer: Coen de Jong Manufacturer: A.J. Boskamp The cabinet is made of oak and coromandel with ebonized and red stain wood. The asymmetrical cabinet has three doors that open ...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

See-Through Sideboard In Glass Structure And Brass Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sideboard is completely see-through, in glass. Its presence is serene, as if filtering and cleansing the ambient and the objects it can contain. It is transparent. Handcrafted ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

Modern Wood Milano Four Door -Glass Mystic Buffet by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milano Mystic Buffet by Ercole Home has 4-doors with touch latch, each with hand-painted Midnight Summer Mystic Glass, and a White Painted finish on Oak. Adjustable interior sh...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Art Glass, Oak

Minimalist Curved Front Arcade Console with Arches by Martin & Brockett
By Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Console 48” is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. It feat...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Paint, Oak

Modern Industrial Buffet in Gray/Silver Wave Glass Mosaic by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The industrial buffet by Ercole Home has a 4-door front, with dark gray lacquer wood finish on oak. Handcut glass mosaics in gray, silver, Pewter decorate the surface in a continuous...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood, Glass

Monolithic Sideboard, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Monolithic sideboard, Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 220 x D 70 x H 84 cm Materials: Body cherry red lacquered with glossy finish Door hinges br...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Lacquered Buffet Featuring Vienna Straw Weaving
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted lacquered sideboard with big drop-down door in natural Vienna straw. One drawer lacquered in gold yellow with solid oak base in natural finish...
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2010s European Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak, Lacquer, Rattan

21st Century "Stella Rossa" Bar Cabinet Colored Maple, Brass and Leather
Located in Turin, IT
Stella Rossa bar cabinet is an intricate and complicated assemblage of unrelated ideas mixed into a modern concept of movement. The very particular legs are designed with a flowing s...
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2010s Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Sideboard in Dark Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Dining room sideboard characterized by simplicity with attention to detail. The horizontal lines carved around the cabinet along with the simple metal base, give the sideboard a more...
Category

2010s European Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

Red Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet with Carved Lotus Motif and Brass Lotus Handle
Located in Cairo, EG
Red Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet with Carved Lotus Motif and Brass Lotus Handle. A contemporary twist to the beautiful lotus motif inspired from our Phara...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Modern Gray Geometric Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid wood, this statement piece features a meticulously hand-carved geometric pattern adorning its double doors, creating a bold, three-dimensional effect. The soft, ru...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Artedo Cabinet, Highly Crafted Centennial Oak, Turquoise Interior
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Artedo cabinet is an eclectic piece that effortlessly combines contrasting styles, resulting in an original design with a unique character perfect for any ambiance. The classical...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Modern Black Cerused Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in North York, ON
Modern black cerused oak sideboard buffet. Featuring a dark ebonized black ceruse finish with contrasting white grains. Doors open with sleek pus...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

New Black and Blue Table Lamp in Wood Marquetry by Aymeric Lefort
Located in SENLIS, OISE
"Labyrinth" sideboard opening two doors, in marquetry of charm and sycamore, tinted with gradations of blue, ebony of Gabon and bronze filets, discovering a zebrano interior with she...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Buffets

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Custom Modern Serpentine Styled Marble-Top Sideboard Buffet Media Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
Custom modern serpentine styled marble top sideboard buffet media cabinet. Carrocel custom made, this Ceruse oak piece is a stunning example of...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Buffets

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf

Art Deco Londres Sideboard Saint Laurent Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Londres Sideboard, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Sideboard Londres is a functional and at the same time elegant solution for most environments. I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Buffets

Materials

Marble

Modern White Painted Credenza
Located in Westwood, NJ
Dressed in Cortina white, it features a clean, linear silhouette that brings an airy spaciousness to any room. The paneled doors are framed by subtle accents. With two frieze drawer...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Booleanos Credenza, Cabinet, Console in Dark Wood Veneer by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Booleanos Credenza, Cabinet, Console in Dark Wood Veneer by Joel Escalona Booleanos collection reflects the concept of involuntary interactions and unexpected intersections.  Geometric Credenza...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Les Cordes, Buffet by Marc Dibeh
Located in Geneve, CH
Les Cordes - buffet by Marc Dibeh 2020 Materials: French Oak, Hemp Rope, Brass Dimensions: W300 x H85 x D65 cm Beirut based designer Marc Dibeh narrates his cultural environme...
Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Modern Walnut Sideboard Buffet with Marquetry Inlay
Located in North York, ON
Modern walnut sideboard buffet with marquetry inlay. This stunning cabinet with its understated elegance and timeless design is surely t...
Category

2010s Modern Buffets

Materials

Walnut

C-210WB Solid White Oak and Powder-Coated Cantilevered Credenza with Brass Knobs
Located in Biddeford, ME
C-210WB is a variation on the studio's popular C-210 model. The counter-top, drawers and interior are made from white oak with a bleached and white stained oil finish. The remainder of the piece is clad in powder-coated white aluminum and features machined brass protrusions/knobs. The cabinet door...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Buffets

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

New Blue wood Marquetry Buffet, Black Marble and Bronze Filets
Located in SENLIS, OISE
"Labyrinth" sideboard opening two doors, in marquetry of charm and sycamore, tinted with gradations of blue, ebony of Gabon and bronze filets, discovering a zebrano interior with she...
Category

2010s French Modern Buffets

Materials

Marble

Credenza, Oak Body with Textured Lacquer Finish Details, Travertine Top
Located in Maçka-İstanbul, 34
‘Döngü’ is a simple yet sophisticated sideboard, a spacious storage space with a mother-of-pearl wood finish, and delightfully crafted handles with our signature touch; the leathe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Buffets

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Buffet Matt Ash Grey Finish Top Calacatta Gold Matt Laquer Interiors Pulls Champ
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Marble

Tompkins Five-Door Sideboard in Customizable Metal, Resin and Wood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The glamorous and striking Tompkins sideboard has a brass encased in epoxy resin exterior with blackened white oak doors and interior and custom leathe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass, Steel

Special price Buffet Cabinet Handles in Liquid Metal Led Lighting
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

DECO CREDENZA - Modern Ebony Walnut + Gold Leaf Cylinders + Nero Marquina Marble
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
DECO CREDENZA - Modern Ebony Walnut + Gold Leaf Cylinders + Nero Marquina Marble The Deco Credenza is a stunning piece of furniture that boasts a modern, multi-door stacked cabinet ...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Walnut

TRESTLES CREDENZA - Modern Ebony Walnut Cabinet with Metallic Lacquer Metal Base
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
TRESTLES CREDENZA - Modern Ebony Walnut Cabinet with Metallic Lacquer Metal Base The Trestles Credenza is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture t...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Walnut

1980's Custom Sideboard with Faux Marble Lacquer
Located in Hanover, MA
Custom credenza / media console in faux marbelized lacquer finish. Perfect as a buffet, sideboard or stereo cabinet from which to blast your favorite Duran Duran hits! Four hinged...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Miami Console in Green Anodized Aluminum and Polished Acrylic by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Anodized aluminum and acrylic console by Jonathan Nesci, designed exclusively for Design Miami, 2015. Edition of 6 + 2 AP, each in a unique color. Brushed and anodized milled aluminu...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Aluminum

Eliseo - Large Avant-garde Mexican Hardwood and Leather, Anthropomorphic Buffet
Located in colima, MX
This unique case piece is inspired by the "Apsasû" representing the female counterpart of the majestic Assyrian "Lamassu", -- imposing winged-human-bull statues renowned for their protective duty. Crafted as an exclusive spin-off edition of the "Centinelas" collection, which delves in to the themes of care, safekeeping and protection as essential human endeavors for sustaining, perpetuating and restoring our world. Our intention was to append this collection with our own fascination for comprehending the human experience, gender roles, and our historical context. Apsasu and Lamassu, revered as protective deities, embodied the essence of all life. They would appear to stand and walk, had human heads denoting intelligence, bull bodies...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Buffets

Materials

Steel

SABINE CREDENZA - Modern Linear Body and Silver Leafed Inlay with Metal Base
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SABINE CREDENZA - Modern Linear Body and Silver Leafed Inlay with Metal Base The Sabine Credenza is a beautiful and modern piece of furniture that features a linear lacquer body wit...
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2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Silver Leaf

Luxury Sideboard with Rare Turquoise Mother of Pearl and Hand-Laid Blue Straw
Located in Cairo, EG
Luxury sideboard with Rare Turquoise Mother of Pearl and Hand-Laid Blue Straw. A distinctive dinning buffet that is a feast for the eyes. Hand-laid l...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Buffets

Materials

Stainless Steel

DECO DRESSER - 4-Drawer Modern Wood Dresser with Pewter Leaf Cylinder Detail
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
DECO DRESSER - 4-Drawer Modern Wood Dresser with Pewter Leaf Cylinder Detail The Deco 4-Drawer Dresser is a modern and stylish piece of furniture that features a multi-stacked desig...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

21st Century Marcantonio Storage Case Cabinet Bear wood inlay Limited Edition
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Polar Bear Case, Wooderkammer Collection, Limited Edition Design by Marcantonio Polar Bear Case is a curious character obtained from a portion of Cedar trunk. The upper packing crat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Cedar

Coastal Breeze Buffet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A finely crafted cabinet built using wire-brushed cerused pine with a 45º beveled profile and accented by interlocking chain link hardware in our sea salt finish. Dimensions: 66" W ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Buffet Guillerme et Chambron in oak and ceramic
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison in oak and ceramic tiles
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Buffets

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Custom Modern White Buffet Sideboard
Located in North York, ON
Custom modern white buffet sideboard by Carrocel. With a sleek design and simple brass hardware. Featuring beautiful wood grain fronts and a clean black b...
Category

2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tow Doors Buffet "Ondulation 2" Sycomore and Black Sycomore by Aymeric Lefort
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Tow doors "Ondulation 2" buffet, in white and black tinted Sycomore. This buffet has been built in 2018 and is the number six of the standard size. The furniture opens in two doors...
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2010s French Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

walnut wall-hung sideboard
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
walnut wall-hung sideboard with brass, 60's dimensions : 330 cm x 45 cm x 112 cm 6 opening doors and 6 drawers, inside shelves 2 external tablets Fully restored and re-varnished Imp...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Buffets

Materials

Walnut

“Ondulation 2” Kinetic Buffet by Aymeric Lefort
Located in SENLIS, OISE
“Ondulation 2” is an association of 42 squares (black and white, Black tinted sycamore and oxidize sycamore) marquetry to create a kinetic distortion. Aymeric Lefort (b. France 1971) Lefort's decision to become a designer was inspired by the furniture of Jean Royere in his family home in France. After finishing his studies in cabinet making at the renowned Institut de St Luc in Tournai, where he specialised in design, he went on to complete his training in the workshops of cabinet makers, interior decorators, and upholsterers in Brussels where he was motivated by his desire to learn new techniques in the decorative arts. These apprenticeships gave him a thorough grounding and an enviable technical knowledge in the art of cabinetmaking; this, combined with his commitment to the highest levels of craftsmanship which Lefort brings to his contemporary designs, continues a long tradition of French cabinetry...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Centaure Sideboard in bronze by Patrick Laroche
Located in Paris, FR
Renowned for his sculptural artistry, Patrick Laroche (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) has embarked on a new creative journey: merging functionality with artistic expression. Drawing ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Buffets

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Alabaster, Bronze, Gold Leaf

21st Century "Espresso Love" Kitchen Cabinet, Maple and Dark Walnut
Located in Turin, IT
Italy is world famous for its cuisine. In its new masterpiece Ivan Paradisi Atelier tried to express its love for Italian traditions of cooking which is always a little bit magic whe...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Moooi Zio Buffet in Cinnamon Stained Oak by Marcel Wanders Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect place to store away serious paperwork, endearing photographs and pieces of past memories, the Zio buffet by Marcel Wanders conveys a solid, classy appearance with a touch...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

INES BUFFET CABINET - Modern Bleached Oak with Hand_Carved Design and Marble Top
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
INES BUFFET CABINET - Modern Bleached Oak with Hand_Carved Design and Marble Top The Ines Buffet Cabinet is a stunning piece of furniture that features a bleached white oak...
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2010s American Modern Buffets

Materials

Carrara Marble

Luxury Hanging Bar Cabinet with Golden Hand-Laid Straw and Mother of Pearl
Located in Cairo, EG
Luxury hanging bar cabinet with hand-laid Straw and Mother of Pearl. A radiant hanging bar cabinet with hand-laid straw and mother of pearl in elegant hues of gold. The pattern is a ...
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2010s Egyptian Modern Buffets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Credenza, Oak and Leather Body, Painted Glass Top, Antique Plated Metal Legs
Located in Maçka-İstanbul, 34
The sculptural form of ‘Yaprak Collection’ defines a strong, unique and timeless design inspired from the fruitful and varied plants that have millions of different forms in nature. Humans just like leaves, develop, grow and change over time, thanks to their experiences. ‘Yaprak’ sideboard maintains its simplicity despite of its various materials like leather covered doors and back painted glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

Custom Modern Walnut Brass Sideboard Buffet by Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom modern walnut brass sideboard buffet by Carrocel. This modern sideboard buffet is made to order. The piece is finished in a light walnut satin with white front finish. It feat...
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2010s Canadian Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Two Doors Buffet "Ondulation 2" Sycomore and Black Sycomore by Aymeric Lefort
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Two doors "Ondulation 2" buffet, in white and black tinted Sycomore. This buffet has been built in 2018 and is the number six of the standard size. The furniture opens in two doors a...
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2010s French Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Bar Counter with Metal Details Modern, 7551
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Bar Counter. Created to stand out and be the most luxurious collection ever. With its iconic shape almost like a diamond, enriched by the use of "Lati" exotic wood on the drawers. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Buffets

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Metal

Contemporary Buffet in Solid Walnut, Matt Lacquered Iron Frame
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This piece is entirely made in Italy preserving the craftsmanship in the age of technology, with timeless creations which don’t follow short-term trends. Crafted of solid walnut wood...
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2010s Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Steel

Special price Buffet Glossy Lacquer Finish Band Metallic Legs LED Lighting
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Metallic Thread

Rebound Cabinet by Roberto Giacomucci
Located in Geneve, CH
Rebound cabinet by Roberto Giacomucci Limited edition of 3 Materials: Wood and liquid metal Dimensions: L 140 x P 445 x H 80 cm The freak collection is made of wood coated wit...
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2010s Italian Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

Modern buffets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern buffets 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 buffets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern buffets 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 buffets, popular names associated with this style include Ercole Home, Aymeric Lefort, Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz , and sicis. 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 buffets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $120,830 while the average work can sell for $11,859.

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