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INTERNATIONAL STYLE

The International Style, a modernist movement within architecture and furniture design that was given its name by American architect Philip Johnson and historian Henry-Russell Hitchcock, was born during the 1920s and ’30s. It gained steam initially in Europe and then in the United States as a response to the first World War. Building projects associated with the movement, as well as vintage International Style chairs, tables and other furnishings, are minimal and pared back. 

Pioneers of the International Style — architect Walter Gropius and his Bauhaus colleagues Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, De Stijl advocate and Dutch architect J.J.P. Oud and visionary designer Le Corbusier — stripped away decorative elements and placed considerable value on functionality and clean lines, integrating the use of industrial materials like steel, concrete and large sheets of glass in their work. Quite aptly, this mode of design and architectural style coincided with an era now known as the Machine Age and became a global symbol of modernism. The primary motive of its practitioners was to address the changing needs of a rapidly industrializing society, especially the demand for office complexes and apartments in large cities, through economical, technologically advanced, yet aesthetically pleasing designs for furniture and buildings. 

“Space and light and order. Those are the things that men need just as much as they need bread or a place to sleep,” said Le Corbusier of the philosophy behind his practical modernist architecture

The International Style’s designers and architects were inspired by the advantages afforded them by the era’s new technology and industrial machinery as well as state-of-the-art materials. Le Corbusier was fond of framing his buildings in steel but reinforced concrete made far more economic sense. He is probably most admired for the iconic private homes and commercial buildings that he designed or codesigned with his cousin Pierre Jeanneret, which are spread across the world, from New York City to Paris to Chandigarh, India. Today, Breuer’s Wassily Lounge chair; the elegant LC series created by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand; and Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair, crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich, are emblems of progressive modernist design and all make prominent use of tubular steel. Vintage originals are the prized cornerstone of collections.

“The International Style is probably the first fundamentally original and widely distributed style since the Gothic,” posited Johnson in the book that accompanied “Modern Architecture: International Exhibition,” an architectural show he cocurated with Hitchcock that featured the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Richard Neutra and others. While the term “International Style” had previously been circulating in Europe, when the show opened at the Museum of Modern Art in 1932, it yielded a much broader application of this important style of design. 

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Style: International Style
Karel Klinkenberg 19th Century Dutch Signed Painting
By Johannes Christiaan Karel Klinkenberg
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful and important painting by the great Dutch artist Karel Klinkenberg who lived at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. It depicts a canal in Utrecht depicted with his usual precision attentive to every detail. Another characteristic of our painter, is the evocative power of the romantic and gentle atmosphere he always manages to convey. Signed at lower left and signed and inscribed on the reverse. Johannes Christiaan Karel Klinkenberg (1852, The Hague – 1924, The Hague), was a 19th-century Dutch painter specialized in views of the town especially Amsterdam and Utrecht as our painting. Biography According to the RKD he was a pupil of Christoffel Bisschop (1828-1904) and Louis Meijer, and became a member of the Pulchri studio who later won many prizes. A street is named after him in the neighborhood of streets named after 19th and 20th century Dutch painters in Overtoomse Veld-Noord, Amsterdam. This painting, never before on the market, comes from a private collection Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome Civil Courts. Under existing legislation, any artwork created over 70 years ago by an artist who has died can requires a license for export regardless of the work’s market price...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique International Style Furniture

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Canvas

Auguste Rodin french museu reproduction in plaster and wood signed "Le Penseur"
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible museu reproduction in plaster and wood by Auguste Rodin sculpture "Le Penseur" circa 1950 signed in the piece.
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1950s French Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Leme Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Grey Alba Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Marble

lacquer & glass table - Italy 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
Dining room or desk table - Italy, 1980s Thick and heavy crystal glass top resting on two graphic brown lacquered wooden legs. Each leg is formed by a solid triangle that fits into...
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1980s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Glass, Lacquer

Verner Panton danish white and steel pair of side tables circa 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Verner Panton danish white pair of side tables in formica and steel circa 1960.
Category

1960s Danish Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Steel

Fratelli Toso Murano glass multicolor circa 1970 vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Fratelli Toso Murano glass multicolor circa 1970 vase.
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1970s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Leme Table, High, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Brazilian Granite
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Granite

Multicolored Pressed Glass Vase Signed Kosta Boda
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Multicolored pressed glass Vase like face signed KOSTA BOda.
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1970s Swedish Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Orbe Wall Lamp Small, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Brass & Aluminium, Black
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Orbe is a wall lamp with indirect light, designed to provide soft illumination to the environment. The piece has a simple structure, composed by the minimum required for its functionality: the front box houses the light source and provides the weight that supports the set; the conical plate has the function of gradually rebounding the light, creating a nuance of shade that encicles its volume; the back support provides stability to the piece and completes its silhouette. Each of these elements is marked by the use of different colors and finishes that seek to emphasize the precise constitution of the Orbe lamp. Its name alludes to the aesthetics of the object, given by the conjunction of the geometric design with its metallic finishes and matte colors. At the same time, the circular reflector that surrounds the frontal totem sets...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Hidcote the Garden and Lawrence Johnston, National Trust Book
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Title: HIDCOTE THE GARDEN AND LAWRENCE JOHNSTON. Published by The National Trust, 2007. Hardcover with jacket. Often described as “the most beautiful garden in England,” Hidcote is...
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Early 2000s English International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

Dos Gallos Custom Round Walnut Wood Side or End Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite round walnut table with criss cross stretchers. Can be made in any size and finish. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio. CUSTOM PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE INQUI...
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21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Orbe Wall Lamp, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Brass & Aluminium, Silver & Blue
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Orbe is a wall lamp with indirect light, designed to provide soft illumination to the environment. ? The piece has a simple structure, composed by the minimum required for its functionality: the front box houses the light source and provides the weight that supports the set; the conical plate has the function of gradually rebounding the light, creating a nuance of shade that encicles its volume; the back support provides stability to the piece and completes its silhouette. Each of these elements is marked by the use of different colors and finishes that seek to emphasize the precise constitution of the Orbe lamp. ? Its name alludes to the aesthetics of the object, given by the conjunction of the geometric design with its metallic finishes and matte colors. At the same time, the circular reflector that surrounds the frontal totem sets...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Large AVeM Murano Glass Multicolor center piece 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible AVeM multicolor Murano Glass Center Piece circa 1950
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1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Ferrão Wall Lamp, 210cm, by RAIN, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Chrome
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Ferrão lamps are composed of a metallic body with a reduced diameter and sharp tips, referring to the image of a sting. The spike-shaped ends give the pieces tension, but also se...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Artisan Sterling Silver Maritime Fishing Theme Lemon Fork
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming one of a kind, Artisan made Sterling Silver Lemon fork with a Maritime seafood theme, circa early- mid 20th Century. The three-tined fork features a handle modeled as a...
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Early 20th Century Unknown International Style Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Barovier&Toso "cordonato oro" tall vase circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible tall vase by Barovier&Toso "cordonato oro" circa 1950. Beautiful and perfect.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Arco Armchair, by RAIN, Contemporary Armchair, Upholstery on Wood Structure
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Arco is an upholstered armchair of simple and enveloping geometry. The shape of the piece reproduces the arch of the body, creating a welcoming anatomical shell. The armchair is cove...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Tyra Lungren Murano glass black iridized vase circa 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Venini&C by Tyra Lungren Murano glass iridized black vase with two necks circa 1960
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1960s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Arco Lamp, Black Edition, by RAIN, Contemporary Table Lamp, Stainless Steel
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Arco lamps are made from a prolonged section of circle that stand out by the discontinuity of its shape. The collection consists of lamps that seem to penetrate the surfaces they...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zabihi Collection Magnificent Superfine Persian Silk Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Finely woven, pristine silk Persian Kashan rug in jewel tones. Very hard to find size too. Plum, red and blue, late 19th century. Measures: 1'6" x 5'3".
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19th Century Persian Antique International Style Furniture

Materials

Silk

Orbe Table Lamp, by RAIN, Contemporary Lamp, Brass & Aluminium, Black & Red
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
ORBE is a table lamp with indirect light, designed to provide soft illumination to the environment. The piece has a simple structure, composed by the minimum required for its func...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Christie's NY Interiors Auction Catalogues, 2008-2009, Set of Three
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A group of three auction catalogues from the Christie's New York 'Interiors' sales. The Interior sale catalogues are noted for their in-depth writings and beautiful full-color pho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

Spode Fleur de Lys Red & Gold Bone China Fluted Chelsea Tea Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Spode, England, a Fleur De Lys-Red Tea Pot in the fluted Chelsea shape. The Fleur de Lys pattern was introduced in 1961 and remained active until 1994, now discontinued. A bone china tea pot...
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20th Century English International Style Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Archimede Seguso vase in Murano glass "Opalino Costolato" circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano vase circa 1950 in "Opalino Costolato".
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

S. Kirk & Sons Sterling Silver Liquor Collar Tag, Engraved Scotch – 1860s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the S. Kirk & Sons Silver Company in Baltimore, Maryland, a sterling silver liquor collar tag, circa 1860s. The oval tag has a Repousse Rose and floral garland border, and is e...
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Late 19th Century American Antique International Style Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi circa 1950 vase.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Barovier&Toso Murano glass rubi iridescent circa 1950 vase.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Tall Pair Nessen Studios Chrome & Dark Portoro Marble "Skyscraper" Table Lamps
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Architectural pair of Nessen Studios Chrome and Marble "Pinnacle" Desk Table Lamps, 1950's. Small footprint. Featuring reflective cylindrical double diametric, Chrome stems a top ro...
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1950s American Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Marble, Chrome, Metal

Ferrão Pendant Lamp, 180cm, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Black
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Ferrão lamps are composed of a metallic body with a reduced diameter and sharp tips, referring to the image of a sting. The spike-shaped ends give the pieces tension, but also se...
Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Ferrão Wall Lamp, 150cm, by Rain, Contemporary Lamp, Aluminium, Chrome
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Ferrão lamps are composed of a metallic body with a reduced diameter and sharp tips, referring to the image of a sting. The spike-shaped ends give the pieces tension, but also se...
Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Framed Charcoal on Paper Female Impressionist Nude Study
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage midcentury vintage charcoal on paper female impressionist, nude study. This female nude study is presented in a burnish gold fra...
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1970s American Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

Split Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Stainless Steel and Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Split tables are the result of a subtle intervention in simple geometric forms. A circle and a square are cut, creating tables composed of two independent ...
Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Steel

Thick Marble-Top Round 70s Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Thick marble-top round 70s dining table.
Category

1970s American Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Dos Gallos Custom Wood and Iron Console
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom douglas fir beam console with custom hand-forged iron base. Can be made custom in different style base and in a variety of finishes. Shown here in an open grain ebony finish. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Furniture

Materials

Iron

Design In America Chromed Steel Bench with Cocoa Velour Cushion
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Design Institute of America International style cushioned Chrome Bench. Featuring a clean, reflective Chrome rectangular form, with balanced, curved base, and cushioned Cocoa and Bei...
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Late 20th Century American International Style Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Hour Lavigne Paris Portico Mantle Clock
Located in Astoria, NY
Hour Lavigne Paris portico mantle clock, comprised of four fluted columns of amber-colored resin resting on a resin and brass base, marked. Dimensions: 11" H x 8.75" W x 3.75" D. ...
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20th Century International Style Furniture

Materials

Brass

New Modern Style Berber Moroccan Textured Carpet, 03'02 x 18'04
Located in Dallas, TX
78685 Extra-Long Modern Lavender-Gray Moroccan Rug Runner, 03'02 x 18'04. Introducing our exquisite hand-knotted wool Moroccan rug runner, a perfect blend of modern style and contemp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan International Style Furniture

Materials

Wool

19th Century Oriental Ink on Paper Drawing
Located in Roma, IT
Important framed 19th Century oriental ink on paper drawing Ideograms were often accompanied by images of animals and objects, but sometimes also articulated compositions. A carp j...
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique International Style Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Italian White Sculptural Fan Coffee Table 1970's
Located in Hastings, GB
An exceptional Italian designer coffee table from the late 1970’s. This extremely rare table is made from individual steel slats, each painted in an off white palette, and arranged t...
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Late 20th Century Italian International Style Furniture

Materials

Steel

Archimede Seguso "sfumato oro" sculpture in Murano glass circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible sculpture in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso "sfumato oro" circa 1950 in perfect condition.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Minimalist Steel and Glass Solitary Vase ELO Medium
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
ELO medium vase by Paulo Goldstein, Brazilian contemporary design, blown glass and steel is part of a series of vases inspired in the observation of the natural lines of the flowers ...
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2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Split Center Table by RAIN in Stainless Steel and White Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Split tables are the result of a subtle intervention in simple geometric forms. A circle and a square are cut, creating tables composed of two independent ...
Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Persian Sarouk Scatter Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century finely woven Decorative Persian Sarouk rug in browns and olive green accents.
Category

Early 20th Century Persian International Style Furniture

Materials

Wool

Continental Cut Glass Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A continental cut glass five-light chandelier, Second quarter of 20th century. The central baluster shaft surmounted by five scrolled branches, lobed drip pans hung with stri...
Category

Mid-20th Century European International Style Furniture

Materials

Glass

Handsome vintage killam and leather satchel
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a late 20th century handsome Killam and leather satchel. This handbag is made from a handsome Killam carpet in the tones of burgundy, brown and green. The satchel has dark bu...
Category

1990s Unknown International Style Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Jasper Johns by Mark Rosenthal, Museum Edition Trade Paperback, 1988
Located in Philadelphia, PA
“Jasper Johns, Work Since 1974 ” by Mark Rosenthal, a Museum Edition Trade paperback, from the 1988 exhibition mounted at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Jasper Johns (born May 15, ...
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1980s American Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

Signed and Numbered Original Bronze Mouse Sculpture by Artist Siggy Puchta
By Siggy Puchta
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite solid bronze original sculpture by listed artist Siggy Puchta, sitting on a travertine Base.
Category

20th Century Canadian International Style Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Bronze

Jaroslav Hovadik, Czech Structural Graphic Art Abstract
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Jaroslav Hovadik (Czech/Canadian, 1935-2011) Abstrakce s písmeny. (Abstraction with letters) Structural graphic on paper. Size: 24 3/4 x 18 3/4 in.(63 x 47.5 cm.) Framed. Ref.: Jirí Bernard Krticka, “ Czech Structural Graphic Art...
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Late 20th Century Czech International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

681 - Vintage Tribal African Rug, 20th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Fabulous vintage North African rug from the 20th century. Although not many people are aware of that, North Africa is home to some of the m...
Category

1920s Maghreb Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Tsarist Russian Ladies Silver & Yellow Gold Clutch Purse or Evening Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique ladies clutch purse or evening case is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Tsarist Russia and date to approximately 1900 and done...
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Early 20th Century Unknown International Style Furniture

Materials

Gold, Silver

Viva Picasso: a Centennial Celebration 1881-1981 Hardcover Book with Jacket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Viva Picasso: a Centennial Celebration 1881-1981 Hardcover – May 1, 1981 – by David Douglas Duncan A photography book showing Duncan’s photographs of...
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1980s American Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Paper

Geometric Cocktail Table in Natural
Located in Hollywood, FL
This innovative design, conceived by Vito Selma, showcases a captivating arrangement of geometric shapes crafted with lauan wood. The bold web of interconne...
Category

2010s Philippine International Style Furniture

Materials

Reeded Glass, Wood

Remini Natural Cocktail Table
Located in Hollywood, FL
The cocktail table base is a marvel of natural wood, featuring captivating undulations that create an extraordinary design. Designed by the visionary Vito Selma...
Category

2010s Philippine International Style Furniture

Materials

Pine

Aldo Tura Cruet Stand Made from Crystal Glass and Varnished Leather
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale is a beautiful and unique cruet stand by Italian creator Aldo Tura. It has a varnished brown leather foot with glowing brass hardware and cut glas...
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Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Furniture

Materials

Brass

LENCI porcelain hand painted representing a surreal bird circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
incredible surreal bird signed LENCI hand painted circa 1950. Fantastic.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

New Contemporary Transitional Area Rug with Minimalist International Style
Located in Dallas, TX
30145 New Contemporary Transitional Area Rug with Minimalist International Style 06'00 X 08'09. Striking in its style and delicate beauty, this transitional area rug features a subtl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian International Style Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk

Large Barovier&Toso Murano glass "zebrato" with gold circa 1938
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large Barovier&Toso Murano glass "zebrato" vase circa 1938
Category

1950s Italian Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Side Table by Jordi Vilanova I Bosch
Located in PARIS, FR
Jordi Vilanova i Bosch (1925-1998) was a Catalan interior designer. He trained as a cabinetmaker and then developed his skills in furniture design. In 1960, he founded the multidisci...
Category

1970s Spanish Vintage International Style Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vintage Italian Carved Wood Seated Monkey
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage Italian Venetian hand carved wood sitting monkey. Very well carved and realistic look. Painted finish with monkey sitting on silver gilt rock ba...
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Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Furniture

Materials

Wood

International Style furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique International Style furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, seating, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used International Style furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Bontempi Casa, SoShiro, Archimede Seguso, and Matias Sagaría. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $40 and tops out at $70,000 while the average work can sell for $2,272.

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