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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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Style: Minimalist
AMI-VERRE Dark Grey Glass Bookshelf by Jean Nouvel for Glas Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bookcase of great formal cleanliness, made from thermo-welded 10 mm. thick smoked or extralight glass, without any joint or extraneous structural element. A single modular element ca...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Glass

Vintage Grey Minimalist Sconces from Aneta, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Minimalist sconces, set of 2 - Made of powder-coated steel - Designed and manufactured by Aneta - Swedish design, 1970s.
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

3G Wall-Mounted Shelf in Waxed Aluminum Plate by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Minimalist wall-mounted, 54" 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Cylinder Monterrey Side Table, Black Marble
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Honoring the process of craftsmanship, geometry makes poetry in the Mesa Monterrey. The table is turned by hand; the base is made of a marble cylinder, the top is made of solid tzala...
Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble

Atelier Linné, Jade Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
The Jade sofa was designed in 2014 by the Atelier Linné collective. It is a reception sofa that can be ordered in firm or soft comfort. The base is available...
Category

2010s French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in white oak with round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material's...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Deborah Ehrlich Small Crystal Bowl, Hand Blown in Sweden
Located in Accord, NY
Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for the extraordinary strength and clarity of Swedish crystal. The simplicity of the design, the thinness of the lip, the quality of the crystal and the perfect weight of this small crystal bowl...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Crystal

1960s, Mid-Century Modern Crystal and Chrome Nesting Tables Milo Baughman Style
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1960s, pair of chromed steel nesting tables with polished wire crystals Measures cm: Table 1: H 41, W 55, D 39 Table 2: H 36, W 45, D 34.
Category

1960s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Steel

1980s Postmodern Vintage Travertine Round Dining/Entry Table Honed
Located in Chicago, IL
Love the veining on this little table which has been professionally honed, removing the dated lawyer to reveal an organic matte finish. Perfect for dining for 4 or an entry table wi...
Category

1980s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Dark Oak Modern Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a boxed leather upholstered cushion, the frame of this naturally designed upholstered bench is skillfully hand-finished with an intensive multi-step process, resulting in a beau...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Steel and Stone Lounge Chair Batten and Kamp Minimalist
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Chair designed by Batten and Kamp. Minimal structure furniture made of steel and natural stone.    
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stone, Steel

Liana Black Clay
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
LIANA, a sculpture symbolizing the connection between the sky and the underworld. Crafted using an ancestral technique from San Bartolo Coyotepec, these pieces were formed from Oaxac...
Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Clay

Liana Black Clay
Liana Black Clay
$4,705 / item
Modern Gabbeh Style Hand-Loom Minimalism Pattern Light Blue Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Gabbeh style hand-Loom wool rug with a Light Blue field. This Gabbeh-style rug has black accents in a gorgeous all-over geometric minimal design. This rug measure...
Category

2010s Pakistani Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wool

Deborah Ehrlich Crystal Water Decanter for Blue Hill at Stone Barns
Located in Accord, NY
The Deborah Ehrlich Crystal Water Decanter was designed in collaboration with Laureen Barber and Philippe Gouze for Dan Barber's James Beard Award winning restaurant, Blue Hill at St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Chairs attr to Cesare Leonardi's Solidi series, 1980s
By Cesare Leonardi
Located in Aartselaar, BE
This rare pair of sculptural timber chairs, attributed to Italian designer Cesare Leonardi, reflects a bold shift in material and form during the 1980s. Responding to the decline of ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Plywood

Flow Gold Contemporary Bar and Counter Stool by Enrico Girotti – Made in Italy
Located in Verona, IT
Flow Gold is the epitome of elegance and innovation—a creation that transcends the ordinary bar and counter stool to become a functional work of art, elevating any space with a touch...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Dòry Chandelier Nine Lights in Brass, Blown Glass, LED Light, Dimmable
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
An exquisite exercise in balance, this chandelier exudes a Minimalist flair marked by clean and essential lines. Its dimmable structure features two brass bars hanging from a brass ceiling rose...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Eye Mirror
Located in Oak View, CA
This minimalist hand-cast reinforced gypsum mirror is a top-quality Ian C.R. Martin Studio piece. It features a striking, concentric design using a backc...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Plaster

Páramo Tiles MIX 50% with curve and 50% with plain curve
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Páramo expresses the malleability of the earth. This scalable set of mosaics modeled using parametric design allows for infinite variations. The geographies that result from these ...
Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Clay, Paint

Contemporary Table Lamp 'Sanctuary 2.2' by TheShaw, Stainless Steel, Alabaster
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp: 'Sanctuary 1' from collection 'Sanctuary' by THE SHAW STUDIO Polished stainless steel Globe: alabaster H.43 x 15 x 15 cm Introducing 'Sanctuary 1,' a polished stainless steel table lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Stainless Steel

'Border' Red Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute Collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Jute

Minimalist Linear Chandelier Crafted Entirely from Brass with a Black Nickel Fin
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This suspension lamp is a captivating blend of minimalism and elegance. Its design, inspired by the natural formations of stars, creates a striking focal point for any space. Crafted...
Category

2010s Portuguese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Minimalist glass and slate coffee table, Germany 1980s
Located in ECHT, NL
Materials: slate, glass Origin: Germany Period: 1980-1990 Dimensions: Top: 120x80cm, 1cm thick Bases: 45x15cm, Height. 40cm Specifications Minimalist slate and glass coffee table,...
Category

Late 20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Slate

'Cross' Black Jute Style Rug in Scandinavian Design
Located in Floral Park, NY
The Jute collection is woven with strong all-natural plant fibers in a modern rustic design. Equally as rugged as Minimalist. Available in three different patterns using our signatur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Jute

Contemporary Organic Natural Plaster Desk 323cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
Contemporary Belgian design, handmade natural plaster desk with a textured and earthy character. This unique first of its kind design is handcrafted with multiple layers Mortex® on ...
Category

2010s Belgian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone, Stainless Steel

Tata Wall Mirror — Blackened Steel — Handmade in Britain
Located in Washington, GB
A wall mirror in blackened steel and bevelled, bronze tinted glass. Specially developed for TATA cocktail bar at Sanders Copenhagen, by Lind + Almond. Supplied with two screw fixing...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Brass, Copper, Steel, M...

Set of 2 Vintage German Wormser Terra-Sigillata Pottery Vase
Located in Hamburg, DE
Wormser Samian, dimensions: H: 20 / 23.5 cm. This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: Brown Styles: Minimalist Period: 1970s Country of ...
Category

20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Ligne Roset Everywhere C64 White Cupboard by Christian Werner
Located in Basildon, London
The Ligne Roset Everywhere C64 Cupboard by Christian Werner is a masterclass in minimalist design. Crafted with precision, this white lacquered cupboard exudes a sleek, modern aesthe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Red Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Anca Sculptural Side Table or Stool in Tropical Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips ") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych). The “Tríptico Infame” is a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Singolo Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Milan, IT
Minimalist and sophisticated, this bookshelf can be directly put on a wall or in the middle of a room as a divider. Its light Silhouette and exquisite craftsmanship make it a strikin...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Large Natural Teak Root Wood Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive large single piece of sculptural carved free-form organic teak rootwood becomes a writhing, wispy, whimsical wonder of craftsmanship and artistry. This naturalistic...
Category

Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Teak

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
Add a touch of organic elegance to your home with this stunning mid-century modern walnut pendant light. Inspired by Danish modern design, its min...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bentwood, Wood

Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
Organic Modern Walnut 20" Chandelier Pendant
$1,254 Sale Price / item
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Kent Armchair Handmade in Great Britain Client own fabric option
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Kent armchair is a testament to the artistry of form and fabrication. It embodies an elegant silhouette, drawing inspiration from the iconic elements of Italian 1950s design, inc...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Willy Guhl Conical Planter - Eternit AG, Switzerland #6
Located in Bern, CH
Conical concrete flower pot by Swiss architect and designer, Willy Guhl. Solid concrete made in Switzerland 1960 - 1970. Produced by Eternit AG, Switzerland. Tapered structure with d...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Alpha Stool, Solid Walnut Contemporary Counter Stool by Made In Ratio
Located in London, GB
The solid wood Alpha stool elevates the biomorphic profile of its predecessor Alpha Chair. The footrest of the stool seemingly grows organically into the b...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Lounge Chair BUN by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
BUN Lounge Chair – A Playful Fusion of Design and Comfort What if furniture could be as soft and inviting as freshly baked pastries—ravioli, homemade pasta, or buttery croissants? I...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Tempo Flushmount or Sconce with Hand Blown White Opal Sandblasted Glass Globe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tempo flush mount is made with a satin brass or matte black backplate and handblown opal white sandblasted glass. Also available as a wall sconce. 5 1/4 in (13 cm) W x 4 in (10 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Vintage Modernist Glass Sconces Wall Lights, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of beautiful massive textured glass and black lacquered iron wall lamps. France, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 2 Six pairs available.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Contemporary Organic Natural Plaster "Angus" Table 150cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
Contemporary Belgian design, handmade natural plaster coffee table with a textured and earthy character. Indoor use (price outdoor +10%) The Angus (Latin adjective “angustus” /an'g...
Category

2010s Belgian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone

Maeduep; Two Bees. Candle sconce / Backflow Incense
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Maeduep; Two Bees, 2023 by WKND Lab From the series Tying Wishes Cotton rope, brass Color: Ivory, gold Usage: Candle sconce / Backflow Incense Burner A candle sconce constructed wit...
Category

2010s North Korean Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Vintage Industrial Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca
Located in London, GB
Modern industrial-style ceramic vase (circa 1970s) by Alessio Tasca. Minimalist, abstract snail-shaped ceramic vase in limestone-coloured glaze with line motif from the Italian schoo...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Industrial Dent Black Steel Sculpture/Pedestal, One of a Kind by James DeMartis
Located in East Hampton, NY
Precision crafted rectangle with crushed corner. Makes ideal conversation piece. Can act as a stand alone sculpture or lectern or pedestal. Welded fabrication and artfully “deconstru...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Wanda Sideboard: Elegance in Curved Walnut and Brass Accents
Located in Baguim Do Monte, PT
Wanda Sideboard: Sculpted Elegance in Walnut and Brass The Wanda Sideboard combines the richness of walnut with the sophistication of brass details, creating a piece that stands out...
Category

2010s Portuguese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Bullnose Travertine Console Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring natural elegance to your space with this vintage boho bullnose travertine console table. Crafted from solid travertine, it features a smooth bullnose edge and warm, earthy tone...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Vintage Italian Elephant in Black Marble Stone Carved Stylized Figure 1970
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Italian elephant in black hand carved marble stone stylized figure. Hand-carved black stone abstract sculpture in the shape of a...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble

Grandine Three Lights Mirror-Polished Brass Sculptural Floor/Standing Lamp
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Inspired by pieces of Hail, Grandine Three Lights Mirrored Brass is a Minimal Contemporary Floor Light composed of three touching Handblown Gl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Minimalist Danish Oiled Walnut Parsons Coffee Table by De La Espada
Located in Round Top, TX
Solid Danish oiled American walnut plank masterpiece by De La Espada, purchased at the flagship NYC boutique in 2008. Absolutely gorgeous table in a Minimalist Organic Modern Parsons...
Category

Early 2000s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mirror 'Tafla O1' in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O1" contemporary mirror by Zieta Polished stainless steel Measures: 225 x 100 x 6 cm. More shapes and sizes are available (see picture attached). Zieta is best known for h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cowrie, Ash Veneered Bent Plywood Contemporary Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ash, Walnut

Asian Modern Style Desk, Buffet or Sofa Table Dark Oak Stain
Located in Birmingham, AL
Floating dovetail joints combined with urban timber grain effortlessly walks the middle road between expert craft and design nirvana. The asian style of the Miyake Table will elevate...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Practical and Aesthetically Pleasing Peter Nelson Table or Desk Lamp, 1960s
Located in Lisse, NL
Adjustable and rotational table lamp, an "icon" from the Midcentury era. This innovative desk lamp by Nelson blends functionality with beauty. Peter Nelson, a renowned British desi...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Wire

Unique Achille Table Lamp Artcrafted Italian Design limited edition handsigned
Located in București, RO
The Achille Table Lamp is a sculptural lighting piece that blends minimalist design with refined craftsmanship. Inspired by the interplay of contrast and harmony, its sleek geometric...
Category

2010s Romanian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Table T88W by Maarten Van Severen for Top-Mouton
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This table was designed by Maarten Van Severen in 1988. It is made of solid oak. This table is produced by Top-Mouton (1999). Minimalism versus maximalism: Maarten Van Severen desig...
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Oak

Porto Console, by Rain, Contemporary Console, Laminated Oakwood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Porto collection has simple, rounded lines inspired by the anchorage elements of ports. The feeling of weight and the scale of the anchorages guide the design of the pieces, whic...
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Steel Concave Wall Mirror 120cms/ 47.2"
Located in Farnham, GB
The concave mirror itself creates unique bright reflections which in turn creates the illusion of space. Please note that the image is upside down. The mirror is fabricated out of...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Danish teak wood mirror
Located in San Francisco, US
This stunning full-length mirror features a warm wooden frame crafted from Danish teak wood. Perfectly proportioned with clean lines and expert craftsmanship, this versatile piece ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak

Ashby Round Side Table Handcrafted in Red Travertine
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exemplifying Lemon's unwavering commitment to elegance and artistry, the Ashby side table encapsulates the brand's ethos with perfection. Its magnificent design showcases the harmoni...
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble

“Triumph Bookends" White Carrara Marble Minimalist Bookend by Aparentment
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The marblelous book end small is a minimalist style book end made of treated Carrara marble. The product consists of a solid marble prismatic block.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Contemporary Organic Natural Plaster Desk 215cm by Atelier BB
Located in Ranst, BE
Contemporary Belgian design, handmade natural plaster desk with a textured and earthy character. Stain free and very easy to maintain. Unlike natural stone, the plaster surface has a...
Category

2010s Belgian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone, Stainless Steel

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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