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Minimalist Furniture

MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Item Ships From: Chicago
Style: Minimalist
Cast Resin Curved 'Van Dyke' Club Chair, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
An airier form of our original Van Dyke and a marker of our design evolution. The hard-edged inspiration of masonry softens without being lost, moving toward a modernist expression. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Chicago Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Blackened Steel by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Wall-mounted shelf in .125 thick blackened steel plate. This 5-bay shelf is made of laser-cut, bent and welded steel plate with a blackened finish. Recessed steel mounting brackets a...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Rolled Chair by Jonathan Nesci in Rolled Aluminum with Leather Pad
Located in Columbus, IN
The Rolled chair by Jonathan Nesci is an exercise in process of only three main components. The body, backrest, and seat are made of aluminum sheet which is...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'River Rock' Low Table, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Smoothed over a millennia, the River Rock’s organic silhouette creates a soft flow of stone across its hand-cast surface, providing visual and tactile delicacy. Dimensions: Width 78...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Bleached Maple Six Drawer "Dresser One" by Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
"Dresser One" made-to-order by Last Workshop. Crafted entirely from solid wood, "Dresser One" is a monumental piece designed for maximum storage. It is complete with soft-close dr...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Maple

2G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 37" wide, 3G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Millstone' Low Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
An anchor to the organic world. A rounded base draws the eye downward to earth, keeping you grounded. Dimensions: Diameter 36.5 in. (93 cm). Height 16 in. (41 cm). Weight 40 lbs. (...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Acacia' Chair, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
The mold for this Acacia chair was created from an actual tree stump. Pictured in our Natural Stone finish, the texture and modern look make it appropriat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Chinese Washing Stone Pedestal, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in the late 19th century in northern China, this limestone washing stone would have been used by a Qing-dynasty woman for washing clothes and textiles. Used by beating wet fab...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Postmodern Vintage Nero Marquina Black and White Marble Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful table in excellent condition. The mahogany wood accents takes this classic marble table into a different sphere. The channeled base narrows at the center. Perfect for dinin...
Category

1980s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble

Cast Resin 'Pebble' Low Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Like a stone from a stream, smoothed for millennia by the passing currents. The fluid potential of natural power emanates from its presence. Dimensions: Diameter 22 in. (56 cm). Hei...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Irwin Aluminum and Acrylic Coffee Table by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Irwin table in solid, milled 1 inch thick aluminum top with precise milled and polished acrylic. The legs are 1 and a quarter inch diameter CNC-milled solid aluminum legs. The ta...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

House Sculpture, Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel Wedge on Wood Blocks
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

Cobalt Bottleneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on a long Chinese tradition of monochrome ceramics, this tall gooseneck vase is coated in a deep blue glaze, reminiscent of a dark night sky. The vase features a rounded, glo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Monumental Fifty/50 Floor Shelf by Jonathan Nesci, Final Work of Edition 3/3
Located in Columbus, IN
Fifty/50 floor shelf initially produced and named for the collector and legendary Mid-Century Modern dealer Mark McDonald. Designed within the form langu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Provincial Chinese Clay Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this clay vessel has a smoky grey exterior with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed surface. ...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Chinese Unglazed Terracotta Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
This low terracotta pond sits with a minimal form and a beautifully irregular finish. The vessel has a tapered silhouette, with a wide mouth, narrowed base and simple, flared rim. Le...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Cast Resin 'Aileen' Side Table, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A classic form with an inviting, functional twist. Minimalist, inline depressions invite movement of the piece and reveal its secretive weightlessness. Dimensions: Diameter 17 in. (...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Aileen' Side Table, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A classic form with an inviting, functional twist. Minimalist, inline depressions invite movement of the piece and reveal its secretive weightlessness. Dimensions: Diameter 17 in. (...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Barrel' Table, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatility and elegance distilled into simplicity. Dimensions: Diameter 18 in. (46 cm), height 23 in. (58 cm). Weight 30 lbs. (14 kg). Finish color options: White stone Natural st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Modern Bleached Walnut "Smyth" Bar Cart by Last Workshop, Custom Options
Located in Chicago, IL
"Smyth" bar cart by Last Workshop Shown here in solid walnut, bleached finish. The center shelf is adjustable and the top trey contains a removable cutting board. Standard s...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Cast Resin 'Slab' Dining Table, Aged Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A simple, block form showcases every angle of our natural stone aggregate. Dimensions: Width 120 in. (305 cm), depth 48 in. (122 cm), height 30 in. (76 cm). Weight 200 lbs. (91 kg)...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Pebble' Low Table, Sedona Red Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Like a stone from a stream, smoothed for millennia by the passing currents. The fluid potential of natural power emanates from its presence. Dimensions: Diameter 22 in. (56 cm). Hei...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Chinese Interlocking Limestone Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
Drum-form stools such as this were traditionally used in gardens and outdoor pavilions where upper class scholars read, wrote, gathered for discussion and, in general, developed thei...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Chinese White Jade Cup with Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Minimal and refined, this elegant Chinese cup has a simple silhouette sculpted from a single piece of luminous white jade, carefully selected for its clarity and pale color. The delicate form is shaped with a flared lip, short footed base, and thin walls that appear nearly translucent in the light. The jade cup...
Category

20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Jade

Cast Resin 'Barrel' Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatility and elegance distilled into simplicity. Measures: Diameter 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm), weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: white stone (shown) n...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Facet' Side Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Prehistory manifested in the contemporary era. Its surface reminiscent of lithic reduction, the Facet calls back to an era of simple stone forms and tools. Dimensions: Diameter 20 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Extra large "Sandown" Modern Coffee Table in Natural Oak by Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Extra large "Sandown" coffee table by Last Workshop 58" x 52" x 18"H Shown in natural white oak A monumental solid wood coffee table, with a lipped edge design. Very sturdy in natu...
Category

2010s Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Cast Resin 'Barrel' Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatility and elegance distilled into simplicity. Measures: Diameter 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm), weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: White stone natural s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Custom Shanxi Limestone Doon Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
This simply designed doon bench from China's Shanxi province is carved by hand from a single block of limestone. With a strong, low profile and subtle stepped spandrels, the bench ho...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Limestone

L-Wall Shelf in Waxed and Polished Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
L-wall shelf in .25 inch thick aluminum plate. Digitally cut aluminum plates intersect and are fused with recessed welds that are ground smooth. Plates are hand finished and waxed. I...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Stone' Dining Chair, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic longevity. Surprising comfort. Dimensions: Width 17 in. (43.2 cm), depth 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 33 in. (83.8 cm). Weight 35 lbs. (15.8 kg). No assembly required. Finish color options: white stone natural stone aged stone key stone...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

6G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The wall-mounted, Minimalist 6G Shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Dock' Stool & Side Table, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Seating that weathers the storm. A sturdy foundation softened by the rhythms of the coast. Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (35.6 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). F...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Ray' Table, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Architecturally-inclined, its open interior pulls the viewer through the form, drawing attention to its congruent stone arches. Structural, grounding, and a frame to the rest of the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

4G Wall-Mounted Shelf with Doors in Anodized Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The minimalist wall-mounted 4G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, brushed and anodized. The shelf has an inset bolted U-channel that spans the length of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Block' Bench, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sheer look, rounded and softened. Dimensions: Width 48 in. (122 cm), depth 18 in. (45.7 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm). Weight 25 lbs. (11.3 kg). Finish color options: White stone ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Acacia' Chair, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
The mold for this Acacia chair was created from an actual tree stump. Pictured in our Aged Stone finish, the texture and modern look make it appropriate f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

SC Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Cut, Machined and Waxed Aluminum
Located in Columbus, IN
The SC wall-mounted cabinet by Jonathan Nesci is produced in cut and machined aluminum with a waxed finish. The quarter-inch thick doors are set back a qua...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Van Dyke' Loveseat, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
While our classic Van Dyke appears cut from stone, this monolithic rendition has the enduring presence of a glacial deposit. Built for lounging and sharing, this Van Dyke provides a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Brushed and Polished Stainless Steel and Glass Coffee Table
Located in Chicago, IL
This Minimalist modern coffee or cocktail table has a very refined line. It is beautifully made of thick, polished and brushed stainless steel with clear evidence of the hand constru...
Category

1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Petite Oval Opium Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite 19th-century canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. Perfecting line and form, the small box has a balanced, oval form shaped of white brass (...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of Japanese Red Lacquer Footed Bowls
Located in Chicago, IL
Lightweight and compact, this pair of small footed bowls or bowl lids exemplify the classic Japanese lacquer dishware used daily for food and drink. A glossy red lacquer finish coats...
Category

20th Century Japanese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Cast Resin 'King Me' Table, Snapdragon Pink Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

The Secretary by Jonathan Nesci in Powder Coated Aluminum Plate with Leather
Located in Columbus, IN
The Secretary: Designed by American industrial and furniture designer Jonathan Nesci, and is made of powder-coated aluminum, steel, and leather. ___ This is a beautifully built...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Barrel' Table, Sedona Red Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatility and elegance distilled into simplicity. Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (35.6 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm), weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: white stone natura...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Wall Mounted Side Board Cabinet in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Side Board Cabinet in quarter inch thick aluminum. Made originally as storage for a New York architect's family's board game collection. The doors have custom integrated hinge that a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cast Resin 'Barrel' Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatility and elegance distilled into simplicity. Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (35.6 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm), weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: white stone (shown...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Perennial Cypress' Dining Table, Natural Stone by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A Cypress like no other. Deriving its form from curving roots while a hint of fluting on this unique exterior grade table recalls Greek columns. Bring a sense of history and nature t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Deep 2G Wall-Mounted Shelf Console in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 30" wide, deep 2G shelf is sculpted out of 1/4 inch thick, wax-polished aluminum. Each shelf has an inset welded U-channel that spans the length of the shelf and easily mounts on included custom-bent steel Z-clips. Each bay of this modernist shelf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Chinese Dingyao Vase, c. 1100
Located in Chicago, IL
Dingyao porcelain, often called Ding ware, is famous for its creamy-white coloring, refined forms, and low-relief surface patterning. Ding ware was produced ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Chinese Nine Drawer Keeper's Coffer, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th-century storage chest balances a streamlined silhouette with wabi-sabi textures. Originally configured to open from the top, the cabinet's paneled front has been modif...
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pine

Cast Resin 'Kona' Stool & Side Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist’s take on erupting volcanoes, the Kona brings sophistication and conversation to any environment. Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (36 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: white stone...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Mason Cut' Stool, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Brutalist sensibility with a soothing, gentle welcome. This supportive block was carved into a gentle arc, stone traversing its crown. Hard-lined geometry buckles and becomes organic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Aileen' Side Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A classic form with an inviting, functional twist. Minimalist, inline depressions invite movement of the piece and reveal its secretive weightlessness. Dimensions: Diameter 17 in. (43 cm). Height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 15 lbs. (7 kg). Finish color options: white stone...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Cast Resin 'Stone' Dining Chair, Keystone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic longevity. Surprising comfort. Dimensions: Width 17 in. (43.2 cm), depth 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 33 in. (83.8 cm). Weight 35 lbs. (15.8 kg). No assembly required. Finish c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Burmese Red Lacquer Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
This round tray dates to the early 20th century and is a simple example of Burmese lacquerware. The tray is formed of thin bamboo strips that have been woven and coiled into shape, h...
Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Cast Resin 'Tom' Low Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegantly playful and a bright complement. Dimensions: Diameter 36 in. (91 cm), height 14 in. (36 cm), weight 40 lbs. (18 kg). Finish color options: White stone Natural stone Aged ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Minimalist furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist 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, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Zachary A. Bitner, Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer , Kundalini, and Caterina Moretti. 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 $16 and tops out at $292,684 while the average work can sell for $2,220.

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