Brutalist Furniture

BRUTALIST STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN

Brutalism emerged during the mid-20th century
Term coined by architecture critic Reyner Banham
Originated in the United Kingdom
Brutalist architecture gained popularity in the United States beginning in the early 1960s
Inaugural brutalist projects include Unité d'habitation and the city of Chandigarh, India, both of which owe to influential architect Charles-Édouard “Le Corbusier” Jeanneret
Le Corbusier’s cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, designed hundreds of chairs, tables, cabinets and lamps for Chandigarh
Informed by the Bauhaus, constructivism, modernism and the International Style; part of mid-century modernism
Contrasted starkly with Beaux Arts style

CHARACTERISTICS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN

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

BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE BRUTALIST FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

Style: Brutalist

Brutalist Style Italian Dry Bar made of Oak Wood, Drinks Cabinet

Located in Madrid, ES

Italian hand-carved oak wood bar cabinet with four folding doors and central interior shelf. Discover the essence of Italian style with our stunning contemporary oak wood bar cabin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brutalist Furniture

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Wood

Brutalist Style Italian Dry Bar made of Oak Wood, Drinks Cabinet

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20th Century French Vintage Abstract Brutalist Raw Metal Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract Brutalist sculpture, décor piece made of hand crafted raw metal, in good condition. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent w...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

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Metal

20th Century French Vintage Abstract Brutalist Raw Metal Sculpture

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Brutalist Style Oak Handcarved Italian Large Sideboard

Located in Madrid, ES

Oak Sideboard handcarved with four doors and central interior shelve. Italy Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 craftsmen in our in-house workshop. Special rest...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Brutalist Style Oak Handcarved Italian Large Sideboard

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French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Depth 18 in

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Depth 18 in

Brutalist Tribal Folk Wrought Iron Horse Figure 1950s

Located in Melbourne, AU

A delightful tribal brutalist sculpture of a horse, showing exceptional character and decorative appeal. The origin of these figures is disputed. There are arguments made for this ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Brutalist Furniture

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Brutalist Tribal Folk Wrought Iron Horse Figure 1950s

Customizable Sculpted Massive Dining Table in Solid Oak Wood, V8

By Sóha, Denis Milovanov

Located in Paris, IDF

Massive Dining Table in Solid Oakwood by Denis Milovanov Dimensions: H. 76 x W. 300 x D. 100 cm Customizable Materials: Solid oak (+ linseed oil) Hand sculpted by the artist Wa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Customizable Sculpted Massive Dining Table in Solid Oak Wood, V8

1970s , De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

De Sede DS-101 reclining lounge chair with matching ottoman, Switzerland, 1970s. Upholstered in rich brown leather with hand-stitched detailing, this iconic relax chair feature adjus...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Leather

1970s , De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Switzerland

Roger Capron Inspired Brutalist Oak and Tile Table or Bench w/ Trestle Supports

By Roger Capron

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brutalist grooved oak and tile coffee table inspired by Roger Capron. Heavy oak framed top, with multi-color square inset ceramic tiles in excellent 70s palette. Sits on thick square...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Metal

Roger Capron Inspired Brutalist Oak and Tile Table or Bench w/ Trestle Supports

1970s Lane Brutalist Nine Drawer Walnut Dresser Mid Century

By Lane Acclaim

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This 1970s Lane Brutalist Nine Drawer Dresser is a stunning example of mid century design. Featuring nine spacious drawers, this dresser offers plenty of storage space while also add...

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Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist Furniture

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Walnut

1970s Lane Brutalist Nine Drawer Walnut Dresser Mid Century

Brutalist Rustic Wabi Sabi Round Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Brutalist Rustic Wabi Sabi round coffee table.Striking Dutch design from the 1970s.Solid oak three-legged base with original solid patinated oak round top.This w...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Brutalist Rustic Wabi Sabi Round Coffee Table, 1970s

20th Century French Vintage Abstract Brutalist Raw Metal Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract Brutalist sculpture, décor piece made of hand crafted raw metal, in good condition. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent w...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

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Metal

20th Century French Vintage Abstract Brutalist Raw Metal Sculpture

Mid Century Brutalist Sideboard

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Brutalist Sideboard. Spectacular period Brutalist Sideboard of the mid century. Having two inch thick framed panel doors with individually hand hammered iron pulls. Th...

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1950s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Wood, Spruce

Mid Century Brutalist Sideboard

Spanish Hand-Carved Brutalist Fireside Chair with Studded Seating

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible hand-carved fireside chair with studded seating. This ornate piece displays Spanish artisan craftsmanship at its finest. Low and wide...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

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Metal

Spanish Hand-Carved Brutalist Fireside Chair with Studded Seating

A French Brutalist stone figural lamp by Albert Tormos, C. 1960.

By Albert Tormos

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Where form meets function - this sculptural carved stone lamp by Albert Tormos, will be eye-catching in your home! It is composed of two parts - the seated figure with hands on knees...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

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Stone

A French Brutalist stone figural lamp by Albert Tormos, C. 1960.

Rustic Brutalist Wabi Sabi Round Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Rustic Brutalist Wabi Sabi round coffee table.Striking Dutch design from the 1970s.Solid oak three-legged base with original solid patinated oak round top.This w...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Rustic Brutalist Wabi Sabi Round Coffee Table, 1970s

Handcrafted Solid Oak Credenza with Wrought Iron Details Spain 1940s

Located in Almelo, NL

Handcrafted solid oak Credenza with wrought iron details Spain 1940s This is a beautiful, handcrafted solid oak credenza or sideboard with wrought iron details from Spain in the 1...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Handcrafted Solid Oak Credenza with Wrought Iron Details Spain 1940s

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Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Troy, MI

Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans Studio for Directional circa 1968 Model PE-38 two-door sideboard cabinet on recessed base Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with ...

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s

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Italian Oak Wood Sideboard with Travertine Marble Top and Hand Carved Patterns

Located in Madrid, ES

Elegant and sculptural, this Italian oak wooden sideboard features a refined travertine marble top and four hand-carved doors with geometric patterns that highlight the craftsmanship...

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2010s Italian Brutalist Furniture

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Marble

Italian Oak Wood Sideboard with Travertine Marble Top and Hand Carved Patterns

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Large Brutalist Ceramic Vase by Marius van Woerden for Vest Keramiek, 1960s

By Marius Van Woerden

Located in Valencia, VC

Large Brutalist Ceramic Vase by Marius van Woerden for Vest Keramiek, 1960s Striking Brutalist ceramic vase by Dutch artist Marius van Woerden, created for his own label, Vest Keram...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Large Brutalist Ceramic Vase by Marius van Woerden for Vest Keramiek, 1960s

Mid-Century, Pierre Chapo Inspired, Brutalist Coffee Table Made From Solid Oak

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century, Pierre Chapo inspired, Brutalist coffee table made from solid oak. The wood has visible wear and patina and is in original condition with wear that is consistent with it...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Mid-Century, Pierre Chapo Inspired, Brutalist Coffee Table Made From Solid Oak

Karel Mintjens Brutalist Oak Sideboard with Aluminum Pulls and Box Joint Detail

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Karel Mintjens Brutalist Oak sideboard with linear cast aluminum pulls, 4 storage cabinets and box joint detail. Handsome construction with legs that seemingly wrap around the piece....

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1970s Belgian Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Aluminum

Karel Mintjens Brutalist Oak Sideboard with Aluminum Pulls and Box Joint Detail

5 Verner Panton XDesign Bar Stools, Wire Body & Wool Seats in Various Colours

By Verner Panton

Located in London, GB

5 Verner Panton X-Design Bar Stools, Wire Cylindrical Body & Wool Seats in Various Colours. Model 250S. Literature: “Vitra Museum: Verner Panton The Collected works”, model ill. on ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Metal, Wire

5 Verner Panton XDesign Bar Stools, Wire Body & Wool Seats in Various Colours

Brutalist / Tiki Dresser by United Furniture

By United Furniture Corporation

Located in Fulton, CA

Spectacular 9 drawer low dresser / chest by United Furniture. Brutalist / Tiki style design. Beautiful glow to original finish. Crafted in all wood with book-matched walnut veneer drawer fronts and solid oak interior wood. Very nice original condition with minor imperfections from use. Striking and scarce example of Brutalism furniture...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Furniture

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Oak, Walnut

Brutalist / Tiki Dresser by United Furniture

20th century German made Brutalist stool

Located in Rümmingen, BW

"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" Important Care Information: When purchasing a chair, stool, table, or ...

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20th Century German Brutalist Furniture

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Hardwood, Wood

20th century German made Brutalist stool

Round Brutalist Coffee Table in Oak & Slate, French Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

Located in Odense, DK

Round coffee / side table with solid oak legs and a nice slate stoneware top. Made by a French cabinetmaker in the 1970s. This decorative and heavy table comes with multi functional ...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

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Slate

Round Brutalist Coffee Table in Oak & Slate, French Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Troy, MI

Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans Studio for Directional circa 1968 Model PE-38 two-door sideboard cabinet on recessed base Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with ...

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s

Pair of Brutalist Bronze Wall and Murano glass Sconces by Felix Agostini, 1990s

By Felix Agostini, Arlus

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of Brutalist cast bronze wall lamps, made in the Maison Arlus style, in the manner of Felix Agostini. This pair of wall lamps is in gilded bronze. It is inspired by the bark of ...

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1990s Italian Brutalist Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Brutalist Bronze Wall and Murano glass Sconces by Felix Agostini, 1990s

Swedish folk small wooden stool 18th/19th century Folk Art Peasant unique

By José Zanine Caldas, Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Forest, BE

Unique Swedish small wooden stool made of massive pine circa the early/mid 1800. Lots of history, patina and traces of time. Very good condition. It’s a small one but a true eye cat...

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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Brutalist Furniture

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Pine

Swedish folk small wooden stool 18th/19th century Folk Art Peasant unique

Spanish Brutalist Sideboard in Solid Oak, circa 1940

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Hand‑made in Spain in the early 1940s, this solid oak sideboard showcases the bold geometry and honest materials that define brutalist design. Four sculpted doors display an irregula...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Iron

Spanish Brutalist Sideboard in Solid Oak, circa 1940

Console Jean in Estremoz white Marble with Nero Marquina Top

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Jean console is unique in its conception. The combination of three different marbles makes it a sign of unconformity and originality. The combination in the picture is in Terrazzo to...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Brutalist Furniture

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Marble

Console Jean in Estremoz white Marble with Nero Marquina Top

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Italian Oak Wood Sideboard with Hand Carved Patterns in the Doors, Italy

Located in Ibiza, Spain

Manufactured in Italy, this oak wood sideboard features a hand-carved pattern on its doors, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. Comprising five doors and adorned with an oak skirting...

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2010s Italian Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Italian Oak Wood Sideboard with Hand Carved Patterns in the Doors, Italy

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Atelier Marolles & Jean Touret room divider animals screen in wrought iron, 1950

By Jean Touret

Located in Zevenaar, NL

This iconic room divider was created by the well-known French artist Jean Touret for Atelier Moralles, who founded the workshop in France during the 1950s. The heavy hand-crafted pie...

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1950s French Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Atelier Marolles & Jean Touret room divider animals screen in wrought iron, 1950

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Dining Table with “Presse à Vin” Legs, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Dining Table with “Presse à Vin” Legs, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s French Provincial Style With its monumental spiraled legs and deeply carved stretcher, this French oak table pays ...

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1940s French Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Dining Table with “Presse à Vin” Legs, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s

Mid-Century Brutalist Wrought Iron Candle Holder

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Brutalist Wrought Iron Candle Holder, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 Additional information: Color: Black Styles: Brutalist, Mid-Century Modern Item Type...

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20th Century Brutalist Furniture

Mid-Century Brutalist Wrought Iron Candle Holder

Brutalist European Warm Brown Oak Console - Fenestra by Mokko

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A rhythmic interplay of volumes and voids. The Fenestra collection is inspired by Brick Expressionism, the architectural movement visible in Amsterdam’s ‘South Plan’ area - the city...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Walnut

Brutalist European Warm Brown Oak Console - Fenestra by Mokko

Logniture, Reclaimed Oak Wood Brutalist Bench, Natural and Eco Friendly

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Introducing our exquisite reclaimed oak bench, a testament to timeless craftsmanship and sustainable design. This rustic piece features a beautifully weathered surface that highlight...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Furniture

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Wood, Oak

Logniture, Reclaimed Oak Wood Brutalist Bench, Natural and Eco Friendly

Pierre Chapo Inspired Solid Oak Brutalist Coffee Table with Center Cut-Out

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brutalist Pierre Chapo inspired round coffee table with center cut-out detail in the center. Table is made out of solid oak. Cut out measures 12.625” x 12.625”. In original condition...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Pierre Chapo Inspired Solid Oak Brutalist Coffee Table with Center Cut-Out

French 19th Century Carpenter’s Workbench

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This French 19th century workbench is a fascinating relic of technology from before the assembly line, a hybrid of artisanal rusticity and industrial innovations. The top planks are ...

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19th Century French Antique Brutalist Furniture

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Iron

French 19th Century Carpenter’s Workbench

Logniture, Live Edge Wood Bathroom Sink, Basin, Original Design, Handmade

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Handmade carved walnut sink, a stunning blend of natural beauty and artisanal craftsmanship. This unique piece features a rich, warm walnut finish that highlights the intricate carvi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Logniture, Live Edge Wood Bathroom Sink, Basin, Original Design, Handmade

Brutalist Spanish Fireside Chair with Tripod Legs and Decorative Carving

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brutalist Spanish fireside chair with tripod legs, curved seat and decorative carving. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Shown with matching st...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

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Wood

Brutalist Spanish Fireside Chair with Tripod Legs and Decorative Carving

James de Wulf Outdoor Concrete Pool Table

By James de Wulf

Located in Paia, HI

The classic James de Wulf Concrete Billiards Table is a staple to any game room. The regulation sized table is constructed of concrete reinforced with carbon fiber. It features a smo...

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2010s American Brutalist Furniture

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Concrete

James de Wulf Outdoor Concrete Pool Table

20th century German made Brutalist Chair

Located in Rümmingen, BW

"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" Important Care Information: When purchasing a chair, stool, table, or ...

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20th Century German Brutalist Furniture

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Wood, Hardwood

20th century German made Brutalist Chair

Tenfold Chandelier 32inch Brushed Bronze Perforated Metal Pendant Light

By Luft Tanaka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

TENFOLD CHANDELIER 5 TIER 24inch in Brushed Bronze by Luft Tanaka Studio Brutalism meets glam. Inspired by Brutalist architecture and Op Art, the Tenfold Series features interlockin...

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2010s American Brutalist Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Tenfold Chandelier 32inch Brushed Bronze Perforated Metal Pendant Light

Brutalist Spanish Fireside Stool with Tripod Legs and Decorative Carving

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brutalist Spanish fireside stool with tripod legs and decorative carving. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Seat measures 14" x 11.5". Shown wi...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

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Wood

Brutalist Spanish Fireside Stool with Tripod Legs and Decorative Carving

Brutalist Side Chair in Solid Oak 1950s

Located in Meer, VAN

Brutalist Side Chair in Solid Oak, Europe, 1950s. A very unusual and sculptural smaller scale brutalist side chair in solid oak. Unique piece with a fantastic wabi sabi appearance, ...

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Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Brutalist Side Chair in Solid Oak 1950s

Large Brutalist Dining Table in Solid French Oak - Brut by Mokko

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The Brut table takes cues from Brutalism and Amsterdam School architecture. A balance of raw materiality and subdued forms with geometrically expressive detailing. Designed by Aad B...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Oak, Walnut

Large Brutalist Dining Table in Solid French Oak - Brut by Mokko

James Bearden Welded Steel Brutalist Console

By James Bearden

Located in New York, NY

Custom console table made from welded steel square and rectangular elements sealed with a polychrome finish and finished with a clear glass inset top. Letter of authenticity from the...

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20th Century American Brutalist Furniture

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Steel

James Bearden Welded Steel Brutalist Console

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Important Paul Evans Studio Sculpted Bronze and Resin Sofa, Signed, 1971

By Paul Evans

Located in Culver City, CA

This sofa is strikingly gorgeous! A rare, one of one-- one of a kind sofa designed and executed by Paul Evans. This sofa features an almost sleigh like craftsman base that is very George Nakashima - esque, and is completely clad in Evans sculpted resin and bronze. The sofa has been upholstered in a fine, butter-creamy colored mohair and is not only easy on the eyes, but is incredibly comfortable. This piece is triple signed, featuring Paul Evans initials and date on the bottom of the sofa's shell, another Evans signature and date on the base of the sofa, and a G singed above for (George Fry). One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, the `owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral." The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating many designs with Directional in years long partnership-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968. This piece specifically was not a Directional piece. This piece was created in Paul Evans Studio and ended up being sold directly through the studio. This Sculpted Bronze and Resin sofa is an incredibly rare example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. Paul Evans used to be labeled kind of a "bad boy" of design-- with an an affinity for sculpted brutalism and pieces that epitomize maximalism, his pieces were collected by rock stars, artists and creatives. Evans, now widely recognized as a pioneer in the American craft movement has solidified his place in design history and is highly collectable. This sofa would look excellent in any mid century modern, brutalist or even contemporary or boho chic environment. While brutalist in nature, this piece can be styled up or down to blend into almost any environment. We currently have this sofa in our gallery paired with a Jean Royere coffee table...

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1970s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Bronze

Important Paul Evans Studio Sculpted Bronze and Resin Sofa, Signed, 1971

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Table De Conférence De Rainer Daumiller Pour Hirtshals Savværk Møbler, 1980

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR

Important pine conference table by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savværk møbler in the 1980s. The table consists of 2 rectangular tables and 2 half-moon consoles. The table comes fr...

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1980s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Pine

Table De Conférence De Rainer Daumiller Pour Hirtshals Savværk Møbler, 1980

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Midcentury Italian Brutalist Spider Detailed Rare Green Glass Body Sconce

Located in Firenze, Toscana

Housing one light. Will be rewired with certified UL US sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries and ready to hang. Wrought iron body with detailed rare gr...

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1950s Italian Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Midcentury Italian Brutalist Spider Detailed Rare Green Glass Body Sconce

Brutalist Stool in European Oak - Cadence by Mokko

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The Cadence stool is inspired by the simplicity and power of the rhythmic stepped brickwork visible in the architecture of Amsterdam's 'South Plan' area; the city development plan de...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Brutalist Stool in European Oak - Cadence by Mokko

Logniture, Live Edge Walnut Bench, Wabi-Sabi, Brutalist, Log Furniture

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Embrace the essence of wabi-sabi with our walnut bench, meticulously crafted from a walnut wood. This bench is a celebration of natural beauty, showcasing the unique imperfections th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Logniture, Live Edge Walnut Bench, Wabi-Sabi, Brutalist, Log Furniture

Pierre Chapo Inspired Brutalist Oak Side Table or Stool with Thick Legs

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pierre Chapo style baby Brutalist oak side table or stool with broad grain and thick legs. This can also be used as a little step stool, yet not recommended for holding full adult we...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Furniture

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Oak

Pierre Chapo Inspired Brutalist Oak Side Table or Stool with Thick Legs

Paul Kingma Inspired Mixed Slate & Stone Coffee Table with Wood and Metal Base

By Paul Kingma

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Kingma inspired mixed slate and stone coffee table with wood and metal base. An inspired design, the metal framed heavy top appears to hover over the Brutalist base. In original...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Slate, Metal

Paul Kingma Inspired Mixed Slate & Stone Coffee Table with Wood and Metal Base

Logniture, Live Edge Wood Bathroom Sink, Basin, Original Design, Handmade

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Handmade carved walnut sink, a stunning blend of natural beauty and artisanal craftsmanship. This unique piece features a rich, warm walnut finish that highlights the intricate carvi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Logniture, Live Edge Wood Bathroom Sink, Basin, Original Design, Handmade

Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Table in Patinated Bronze & Pewter 1970s (Signed)

By Silas Seandel

Located in New York, NY

Chic artisan Brutalist coffee table with organic free form in patinated bronze and pewter by Silas Seandel, American 1970's (signed on top "Silas Seandel".) This table sits on hidden...

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1970s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Bronze, Pewter

Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Table in Patinated Bronze & Pewter 1970s (Signed)

1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene (BE)

By De Coene Frères

Located in Oostende, BE

1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene Frères (BE)

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1970s Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene (BE)

Spanish Foliage Sunburst Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron, 5 Lights

By Ferro Art

Located in Barcelona, ES

Outstanding spanish foliage sunburst flush mount ceiling light in gilt iron, Ferro Art, 1950s Large size (70 cm / 27,55 inches diameter). Five Lights. ...

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20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron

Spanish Foliage Sunburst Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron, 5 Lights

Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard, credenza style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A Danish Mid-Century Modern low sideboard in Nordic oak, designed and crafted in Denmark. Often attributed to Henning (or Henry) Kjærnulf, this piece embodies Scandinavian Modern aes...

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard, credenza style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s

Set of 4 brutalist pine chairs, made in Italy, 1960s

Located in Lyon, FR

Set of 4 brutalist pine chairs, Folk Art style, made-to-measure by a cabinetmaker in Italy in the 1960s. Nice details of making and wood cuts. An air of Goldilocks and the Three Bear...

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1960s Italian Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Wood

Set of 4 brutalist pine chairs, made in Italy, 1960s

Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A Danish Mid-Century Modern low sideboard in Nordic oak, designed and crafted in Denmark. Often attributed to Henning (or Henry) Kjærnulf, this piece embodies Scandinavian Modern aes...

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Danish Brutalist Oak Low Sideboard style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1970s

6 Scandinavian pine dining chairs with back and seat cushions in Buffalo leather

Located in Copenhagen, DK

These Danish dining chairs are from 1976 and with only one previous owner. The chairs were designed according to the owner's wishes and made by a local Danish carpenter. All the ch...

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

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Leather, Pine

6 Scandinavian pine dining chairs with back and seat cushions in Buffalo leather

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Set of 8 French Modernist Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Brass, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Set of 8 French Modernist Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Brass, 1960s This exceptional set of eight French dining chairs from the 1960s captures the essence of mid-century moderni...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 8 French Modernist Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Brass, 1960s

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Set of Six Brutalist Solid Oak Bar Stools, France, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Set of Six Brutalist Solid Oak Bar Stools, France, 1960s Bold, sculptural, and unapologetically architectural, this set of six Brutalist bar stools from 1960s France is a striking e...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Brutalist Solid Oak Bar Stools, France, 1960s

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Vintage Spanish Brutalist Style Iron Gate Panel

Located in Troy, MI

Originally from Spain, this open work iron gate panel dates from the late 1960s. Top of panel has three bold, open work iron scrolls while the rest of the panel has a lattice pattern...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Spanish Brutalist Style Iron Gate Panel

Large Spanish Brutalist Sunburst Mirror in Gilt Metal, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Mirror, Wrought Gilt Iron, Spain, 1950s The frame is entirely made by hand. Finished in gold leaf. Gorgeous gilding and terrific patina. This starbu...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Large Spanish Brutalist Sunburst Mirror in Gilt Metal, 1950s

Oak Mid-Century Modern Rustic Brutalist Round Coffee Table, 1960s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning Mid-Century Modern Rustic Brutalist round coffee table. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s. Solid oak top on four solid oak legs. This wonderful Mid-century Modern Rustic ...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Oak Mid-Century Modern Rustic Brutalist Round Coffee Table, 1960s

Mid Century Spanish Brutalist Carved Walnut Tripod Birthing Chair Stool 29"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century circa 1950s Spanish birthing stool or chair. Made of walnut featuring carved brutalist design with clover shaped cutouts, two hand...

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1950s Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Spanish Brutalist Carved Walnut Tripod Birthing Chair Stool 29"

Nightstands, Bedside Tables in Oak style of Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A pair of Oak bedside table / nightstand manufactured in Denmark Nyrup Møbelfabrik during the 1960s/70s and often attributed to the renowned Danish modern designer Henning Henry Kjær...

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1960s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Nightstands, Bedside Tables in Oak style of Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s

Vintage Brutalist Iron & Green Glass Wall Candleholders by Dantoft, 1970s

By Dantoft Kunstartikler

Located in Esbjerg, DK

1970s Brutalist Wall sculptures made by Danish design company Dantoft kunstartikler (trans.: art objects). Made from black lacquered and welded iron set in a graphic formation highli...

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1970s Danish Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brutalist Iron & Green Glass Wall Candleholders by Dantoft, 1970s

Black Burnt Wood, Brutalist Bench, Outdoor & Indoor, Natural and Eco Friendly

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

Bench crafted from charred walnut wood, showcases the beauty of natural materials combined with artisanal craftsmanship. The rich, dark hues of the wood highlight its unique grain pa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Black Burnt Wood, Brutalist Bench, Outdoor & Indoor, Natural and Eco Friendly

Rustic Brutalist Mirror Bass Wood Hand Carved Brown Color France 1960 Solid Wood

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Rustic Solid Wood Mirror, Oval-Freeform Shape, Black Metal Accents, Gold Rope Detail Description: This rustic-style mirror features a distinctive solid wood frame with a rich dark brown finish that highlights its natural texture. The mirror’s shape blends oval and freeform lines, making it a unique and eye-catching piece. Black-painted metal rings and a decorative gold braided rope add contrast and character, while the interior border between the wood and mirror glass creates a refined detail. Measuring 63 cm in height, 34 cm in width, and 4 cm in depth, this mirror is a versatile piece, suitable for classic rustic interiors, modern spaces, or even as a standout feature in a chalet or ranch-style home. Its blend of rugged materials and elegant accents makes it equally at home in a cozy winter retreat or a contemporary setting. Keywords: rustic wood mirror...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rustic Brutalist Mirror Bass Wood Hand Carved Brown Color France 1960 Solid Wood

Brutalist Sconce by Marc Weinstein, USA 1960’s

By Marc Weinstein

Located in Lisboa, PT

This brutalist sconce was designed and produced by Marc Weinstein in the USA during the 1960s. Crafted from iron, this striking sconce features hourglass-shaped metal pieces that hav...

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Sconce by Marc Weinstein, USA 1960’s

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