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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
Chrome Plated Minimalist Table Lamp by Bergboms, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Scanlite is name of this large table lamp from Bergboms. It was designed in-house and manufactured in Sweden during the 1980s. The Minimalist simple lines and the 360 degrees rotating folded circle...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Chinese Full Moon Rice Millstone, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This large stone disc was originally used in a provincial Chinese home as a heavy millstone for grinding rice and other grains into flour and meal. Hand-carved from solid granite to a round, full moon shape, the millstone has a highly textured surface chiseled with an orderly pattern of straight furrows. The opposite side is less worked, with a rougher, organic texture. We love placing millstones like this outdoors to add a stone element to a garden, whether used as an abstract sculpture, as a stepping stone or as the face of a bubbling water...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Granite

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Aged Teak Wood Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful aged teak with lovely patina. Full dimensions; 25" wide x 15" deep x seat 13" high x back rest 13" high. Custom sizes available. This chair or side table was hand made in ...
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2010s Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Cowrie, Walnut 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...
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2010s British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ash, Walnut

Contemporary Mirror 'Rondo 75', Aurum Collection, Light Gold, by Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Rondo" contemporary mirror by Zieta Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Collection: ARUM (2021) Material: Polished stainless steel Finish: Lacquer - Classic go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

James de Wulf Customizable Block Coffee Table, 60"
Located in Paia, HI
Cast carbon fiber-reinforced concrete Block Coffee Table. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Table will develop a gradual patina over time adding to the uniqueness of the materia...
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2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Sanctuary 3.3' by TheShaw, Stainless Steel and Glass
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp: 'Sanctuary 1' from collection 'Sanctuary' by THE SHAW STUDIO Polished stainless steel Globe: glass H.140 x 35 x 35 cm Introducing 'Sanctuary 1,' a polished stainless st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wolo Coffee Table, Minimalist Coffee Table (48", 60", 72", 80")
Located in San Jose, CA
The Wolo Coffee Table features the beautiful grain and luminescent sheen of makata wood. Its design focuses on contrast as a guiding concept, featuring thick, columnar legs attached ...
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2010s Asian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

'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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Jute

Shell Headboard in Upholstered Fabric and Horse Hair Filling with Wooden Support
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Shell bed is fabricated from wood, horse hair and organic latex. The Shell form envelopes the walnut side tables while creating a sense of shelter. ...
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2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Original Early Signed Auböck Stainless Picnic or Fruit Knives (2)
Located in Vienna, AT
These two knives were made by Carl Aubock - designer/manufacturer. They have a marking on the blade. They are made of stainless steel (also visible on the blade) and walnut wood, as...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ensamble Bench in Loreto 890-49
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Chinese Crackle Celadon Phoenix Tail Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon porcelains are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This contempo...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Brutalist Carved Wood vide poche– In the Style of Alexandre Noll France 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Brutalist Carved Wood Catchall Tray – In the Style of Alexandre Noll – France, 1950s Description: This is a wooden catchall tray, handcrafted in France ...
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1950s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Orange Side table with Brass tabletop Foam S by WOO, Contemporary Art Furniture
Located in Kyiv, UA
The FOAM Coffee Table is a striking contemporary designer table that seamlessly blends sculptural form with everyday function. Inspired by the natural movement of sea foam across the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Simplistic Vintage Chairs Set
Located in Nijlen, BE
Vintage chair set with wicker seat (4x) in perfect condition from the 1960s. Very good seating ergonomics. The perfect balance between simplicity and se...
Category

1960s Belgian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Oak

1980s Minimalist Lino Sabattini Silver Plated and Ceramic Small Appetizer Tray
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1980s minimalist appetizer tray is designed by Lino Sabattini and manufactured by Sabattini Argenteria. Lino Sabattini is an influential Italian designer known for his modernist...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Chelmsford Lacquered Steel and Glass Coffee Table by Kevin Frankental for Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Drawing inspiration from the captivating design aesthetics of 1960's Italian craftsmanship, the Chelmsford table stands as a testament to Lemon's unwavering commitment to honouring t...
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2010s South African Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel, Brass

Series of 5 Donald Judd Prints
Located in Chicago, IL
Series of 5 small prints from Donald Judd "The Last Editions" framed by Brooke Alexander.
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1990s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Paper

Fen King Bed, Minimalist Bamboo Bed
Located in San Jose, CA
The Fen Bed rests gently on box-style feet handcrafted with extreme precision using dovetail joinery. A warm, steady feeling emanates from this solid bamboo piece, featuring a wide h...
Category

2010s Asian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Custom Design Giacomo Moor Contemporary Kitchen / Mesin 03
Located in Milan, IT
Kitchen with extra-matt lacquered doors. American walnut wall unit and counter and concrete with marble granules top and sliding cutting board.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Chelmsford Oxidised solid brass and Glass Coffee Table in Cider Orange
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by 1960’s Italian design, the Chelmsford table marries steel and glass, a combination complemented by subtle colour combinations. A bold and nostalgic piece, it displays Lem...
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2010s South African Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Vase from ASA Selection, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Vase from ASA Selection, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: C...
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20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Ashby Round Side Table Handcrafted in Travertine
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Ashby side table is evidence of Lemon’s journey into increasing simplicity. Versatile in nature, the piece’s pure silhouette, elegant proportions and dramatic texture lend it to ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Travertine

EGG 20 Minimal, Organic, Classic Modern, Sculptural Side Table by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This original sculptural, solid wood round top EGG side table is a refined example of artisanal 21st century organic design. Its minimal shape, reminiscent of Brancusi and Arp sculpt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Maple

'AB019' Wall Desk in Lacquered Oak & Drawer by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
'AB019' Wall Desk in Lacquered Oak & Drawer by Anker Bak for Carl Hansen & Son In collaboration with Carl Hansen & Søn, Danish designer Anker Bak has designed a desk that has been ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Quadris Bronze Rectangular Frameless Minimalist Mirror, Large
Located in London, GB
Minimalist rectangular shaped frameless bronze tinted mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to the wall. Designed and made in ...
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2010s Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Blackened Ash Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool or side table in blackened ash with a round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Mat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ash

White Oak Butterfly Joinery Gallery Handmade Modern Minimal Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With this bench, we wanted to push the limits of structure both in physics and aesthetics. The bench was sawn from a single long hand-selected board and carefully milled with a miter...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Alabaster Wall Sconces White Natural Spain 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
White alabaster sconces It is a very special piece, the white is very pure and one of them has a nice gray streak so characteristic, looking very pretty when illuminated their shape...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

'Cross' Cream 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

Gold-Plated Art Deco Floor Lamp with Marble and Black Lacquer Accents
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This exquisite floor lamp is a harmonious blend of emperador marble, lacquered wood, and gleaming brass rings. The rich brown marble, adorned with subtle golden veins, lends a touch ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Cast Resin 'Hive' Low Table by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A stoic voice emanates from its rough and raw base through its smooth, honed tabletop. A striking piece for outdoor conversation, or a vessel for natural warmth in your home. Dimens...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Set of 6 Green Pea 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

Kanyon Coffee Table, Contemporary Sculptural Round Wooden Walnut, in Stock
Located in Istanbul, TR
Kanyon is an authentic coffee table which combines functionality and sculptural posture with simplicity, beautiful materials and exquisite craftsmanship. Inspired by the topographi...
Category

2010s Turkish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Bokken Chair, walnut structure Golden Leaf back, Minimalist Design made in Italy
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An essential chair in the form, yet precious in colors. Tapered and elongated, the legs of the seat are inspired by the bokken, a wooden replica of the Japanese sword...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Italian Travertine Porcupine Table Sculpture by Mannelli Bros
Located in London, GB
Vintage Italian travertine porcupine sculpture and card or letter holder by Mannelli Bros (circa 1970s). Designed by Italian brothers, Fratelli Mannelli, this charming piece has load...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Long Elm Wood Coffee Table, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
The beauty of this 9' long coffee table is found in the rich patina of the aged elm wood. Every nick and stain add to the depth and richness found in the beauty of the top, resting o...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Elm

Blue Sculptural Coffee Table ‘Foam L’ – Modern Designer Table by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
This contemporary table redefines interior aesthetics with its fluid lines, organic curves, and avant-garde presence — ideal for collectors, architects, and design-forward homeowners...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Sentry Bench in Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel for Foyer by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Sentry bench, originally commissioned by New York interior designer Charlie Ferrer, makes a perfect entryway sculptural seat. Made of laser-cut and ...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Tampico 02
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

In Stock Quadris Bronze Rectangular Frameless Contemporary Mirror, Small
Located in London, GB
This item is available from stock. Minimalist Quadris™ bronze tinted rectangular frameless mirror with floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly paralle...
Category

2010s Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Italy Ghidini 1961 Brass Table Lamp Designed by Campana Brothers
Located in Brescia, IT
Stunning brass table lamp designed by Campana Brothers and totally produced in Italy by Ghidini 1961, an historical brass factory. The perforated structure and the opening of the m...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of German Vintage Sculptural Chrome Glass Sconces Wall Lights
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 3 beautiful chrome and glass wall lights. Germany Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).
Category

Late 20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cassina Blox Ebonized Oak Rectangular Coffee Table, Jehs + Laub, Italy, c. 2000.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cassina Blox Ebonized Oak Rectangular Coffee Table, Jehs + Laub, Italy, c. 2000. Blox, is a play on the addition and subtraction of geometric modules, co...
Category

20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Gropius Low Chairs–Sculptural Contemporary design Seating in Dedar Tiger by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
Inspired by bauhaus the design Low Chair Gropius by NOOM brings sculptural elegance to contemporary interiors. Upholstered in Dedar’s striking Tiger Mountain velvet, its bold, minima...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Polyeste...

Contemporary Eco-friendly Ergonomic Beanbag Beanie Sofa With Integrated Daybeds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Beanie Sofa is a comfortable textile covered sofa whose seat is comprised of one long bean bag. The sofa incorporates daybeds facing opposite direction...
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2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Textile, Wool, Wood

Modern Dining Chair Hello in Wool fabric by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophistication, ...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Ash

Minimalist Steel and Glass Trestle Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist steel and glass trestle table.
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Constant Night Stand Single Left unit in Iroko Wood by Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Iroko wood. Sourced from West Africa, this remarkable...
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2010s South African Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Money Coin
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique money coin Each coin is unique and varies slightly in size and stain. Each coin features natural distressing. Sold individually.     
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15th Century and Earlier African Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pure Minimalist Travertine Left Side Table by Amee Allsop, AA112.1
Located in East Hampton, NY
No.112.1 side table, part of the 'Pure Minimalist' collection by Amee Allsop, is a simple yet architectural design with a focus on the material and for...
Category

2010s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Limestone

Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category

2010s Spanish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Gold Floor Lamp Featuring Two Rounded Brass Plates
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Gold floor lamp features two rounded brass plates, arranged with a slight gap between them, allowing delicate crescents of light to peek through. The front plate is hand-hammered us...
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2010s European Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Bar Cart in Tropical Brazilian Hardwood, Contemporary Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This tea cart or bar cart made of tropical Brazilian hardwood evokes the ancient ritual of making tea, which endures as one of the few things we can...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Brass

Torso of Buddha, Kingdom of Ayutthaya, '1350-1767', 17th Century
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Torso of Buddha Kingdom of Ayutthaya (1350-1767), 17th century. Carved sandstone, height (including base) 64 cm. Provenance: The Sassoon...
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17th Century Thai Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Páramo Tiles MIX 50% with curve and 50% with plain curve natural clay
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

Nº 106.1 Travertine Coffee Table by Amee Allsop
Located in East Hampton, NY
The AA106 coffee table, part of the 'Pure Minimalist' collection by Amee Allsop, is a simple yet architectural design with a focus on the material and form...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Furniture

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Travertine

Chinese Ribbed Mill Stone, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual stone pedestal is actually a late 19th-century cylindrical mill stone. Hand-carved of solid limestone with a textured and ribbed surface, the stone was used for threshin...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Large Rectangular Red Single Form Coffee Table in Aluminium - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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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