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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
Period: Late 20th Century
LC4 Chaise by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret & Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a 1990s edition of the LC4 Chaise, by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. This edition has a black cowhide cover with black leather cushion. The b...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Furniture

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Metal

Max Sauze Modern Architectural Folding Metal Table, France, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Max Sauze Modern Architectural Folding Metal Table or Desk, France, 1970s Max Sauze designed this elegant foldable chromed steel table with a flo...
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage Knife Rests, Set of Six Silver Plated Dachshund Dogs, Italy, 20th-C
Located in Valencia, VC
Set of Six Metal Dachshund Cutlery Rests with Original Box A set of six sculptural metal cutlery rests, each cast in the form of a dachshund. Nicely detailed and well-proportioned, ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

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Metal

Shiro Kuramata-How High the Moon Armchairs for Vitra, 1986
Located in PARIS, FR
The "How High the Moon" armchair, a masterpiece conceived by the esteemed Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata, is crafted from nickel-plated steel mesh and produced by Vitra in Switze...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Stainless Steel

White Danish Minimalist Pipe Flush Mounts by Friis & Moltke for Lampas, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A trio of white built-on ceiling or flush mounts in powder coated metal. This design inspired by Gino Sarfatti was created by the Danish architect duo Friis & Moltke in the 1970s. Th...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Metal

A RADICAL POP PSYCHE MIRROR by GARRAULT & DELORD, Ed. CHABRIERES, France, 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare or even never seen floor mirror or "psyche" double-side mirror, 360° orientable Post-Modern, Cinétique, Radical, Minimalist, with a circular weighted base (please watch the photos with attention, few accidents on the chrome-plated metal), a double curved tube in chrome-plated metal around the circular articulated mirror...
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1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Mastercraft style Brass & Tortoise Finish Etagere
Located in New York, NY
Brass & Tortoise Etagere in the style of Mastercraft. USA, circa 1970-1980. Dimensions: Height: 72 inches H x 30 inches W x 14 inches D
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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

Crackle Celadon Kitchen Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Described in ancient Chinese texts as the “moon dyed with spring water,” celadon ceramics are prized for their well-proportioned forms and luminous blue-green glazes. This vintage ce...
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Late 20th Century Thai Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Pine, White Fabric, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. 17” seat height
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Hand-knotted Wool and Hemp Vintage Turkish Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand-knotted, Turkish rug from the late-20th century combines long pile, undyed soft hemp and a natural wool border to create an understated, luxurious effect. This 6.5” x 8.3” ...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Minimalist Furniture

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Wool, Hemp

White Italian Minimalist Saturn Table Lamp in Murano Glass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylized Saturn table light. Executed in handblown cased white opaline glass. Featuring an on/of switch to its cord. Manufactured in Murano, Italy during the 1970s. Measurements: H...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Opaline Glass

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...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

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Travertine

Takesada Matsutani Propagation-L Signed Abstract Minimalist Silkscreen 42/75 Art
By Takashi Matsutani
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An abstract silkscreen in colors on paper titled “Curve” by Takesada Matsutani. Signed in pencil lower right. Titled and annotated 42/75 on the lower left. Published in 1971. The com...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Paper

1980s Minimalist Waterfall Lustrous Ivory Velvet Bench
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a minimalist 1980s waterfall bench with a soft, sculptural silhouette. Fully upholstered in a new, lustrous ivory or champagne-hued velvet, it features ...
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Velvet

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).
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Late 20th Century German Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Italian Minimalist Marble Plinth Sculpture Statue Display Pedestal Stand MCM 26"
Located in Dayton, OH
Italian minimalist cube form plinth, circa 1970s. Made from Royal Rouge Marble with pink and grey color. The perfect base to display any heavy object, sculpture or statue. Can also ...
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Marble

Vintage Verner Panton Tonight Candleholders for Georg Jensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare set of 3 tea or block light candleholders in polished aluminum. Designed by Verner Panton in 1987 and manufactured by Georg Jensen in Denmark during...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Platone Foldable Desk & Plia Chair by G.Piretti for Anonima Castelli
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
The Platone desk, designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the 1970s for Anonima Castelli, represents a pivotal moment in modern design. Celebrated worldwide, it holds a place in the permane...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Bacco desk in clear glass attributed to Tonelli, Italy, 1980s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Attributed to Tonelli Design... is a glass table whose pure lines convey all the strength of its balance. Supports can be arranged mirrored or parallel ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Glass

Swedish Designer, Low Bench, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A low pine bench, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Pine

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

Green Earth, Vintage Studio Pottery Vase with Glazed Rim, Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Green Earth - Vintage studio pottery vase - elegant and minimalist design - featuring an asymmetrical mouth with glazed accent rim - over-a...
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Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Sculpture Sciolari Chandelier Cubic Aluminium Design, 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculpture Sciolari chandelier cubic aluminium design, 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Futuristic Peter Hamburger Lucite & Chrome Lamp Produced by Kovacs for Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
Table Lamp designed by Peter Hamburger for Knoll International c 1960s. Constructed from acrylic with adjustable chromed metal shade. Excellent condition. Kovacs produced this lamp f...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

1970s Elegant Steel Floor Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant floor lamp in steel, 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Absolutely love the lines of this sofa/loveseat. Keep as is or redo in your favorite fabric. Cushions in excellent condition.
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Italian Cylindrical Ceramic Vase by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s, Large
Located in London, GB
Stunningly tall cylindrical ceramic vase with single, amphora-style handle and Eastern motif on an elegant beige earthenware surface, by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). This substantial...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Chrome and Glass Side Table
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A sleek and elegant side table from the 1970s, featuring a minimalist X-shaped chrome frame and a clear glass top. The clean lines and reflective surfaces give it a timeless, moderni...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

1970s Chrome and Glass Side Table
1970s Chrome and Glass Side Table
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Art Deco Cast Resin White Polar Bear Sculpture After Francois Pompon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Cast Resin White Polar Bear Sculpture after Francois Pompon. The cast resin white polar bear sculpture is a reproduction of the famous work by Francois Pompon . Dimensions: ...
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Resin

White Caterpillar Table Lamp by Ole Pless-jørgensen, Nordisk Solar, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Spage age table light - Shaped like a worm or caterpillar or industrial pipe - Designed by Danish architect Ole Pless-Jørgensen - Manufactured by Nordisk Solar in Denmark in the...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Minimalist German Black Leather & Chrome Modular Sofa from Klöber
By Klöber
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modular sofa was produced by Klöber, a German manufactory founded in 1935. It consists of four separate lounge chairs in black leather. The minimalist base is made from chrome-p...
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1980s German Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Black Danish Minimalist Table Lamp by Hans Schwazer for Royal Copenhagen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This rare Minimalistic modernist table lamp was designed by Hans Schwazer in the 1970s. It bears close resemblance to Joe Colombo's Riscio table lamp for SEM Luci. But this is all Da...
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1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Josef Hoffman Style Vintage Demilune Chrome Side Table
Located in New York, NY
A vintage chromed metal demi-lune hall table inset with a glass top. In the style of Josef Hoffman. Dimensions: 22.5” L x 12” D x 22” H
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

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...
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Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Teak

Revolving Minimalist Stainless Steel Ashtray by Roelandt for Stelton, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish stainless steel ashtray designed by Roelandt and manufactured by Stelton in Denmark during the 1980s. Similar to Arne Jacobsen's cylinda-line but with a tilting/revolving m...
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1980s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Metal Side End Drinks Table with Art Deco Influence
Located in New York, NY
A substantial rectangular metal side, end, or drinks table with Art Deco influence, Minimalist style, circa late-20th century. Table is well-made with an intentional weathered surfac...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

Rupert Spira Glazed Stoneware Sauce Dishes, 6
Located in Astoria, NY
Rupert Spira (English, b. 1960) Set of Six Yellow Glazed Stoneware Sauce Dishes, marked "RS" to the underside. 1.5" H x 5" Diameter. Provenance: Property from an Upper East Side Town...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vintage minimalist adjustable Chrome sofa Lamp By Casella Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-Directional Chrome Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting Crafted entirely out of metal. With adjustable height and dimmable light. Raises from 42” to 46” high. Metal honeycomb gri...
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1990s American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Large Glass Factice Truth by Calvin Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly large and iconic glass factice by Calvin Klein. This factice follows the iconic fragrance bottle legacy that is his fragrance Truth. The large scale of this piece is softe...
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1990s French Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Glass

Italian Midcentury Decorative Ceramic Jug by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Italian ceramic decorative pitcher / vase by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). Just as our other Bruno Gambone vessels do, this one too has a purity of form, muted hue and demonstrated, e...
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1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Organic Live Edge Slab Headboard Queen Platform Bed
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Contemporary organic free live edge wood slab headboard queen platform bed. Organic free edge headboard platform bed handcrafted in solid wood headboard. This solid wood headboard wi...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian Modern Wood & Glass Square Cube Minimalist Side End Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1970s high gloss cube table. Made from wood with two glass shelves. Provenance: Jerome Schottenstein Estate, Columbus Ohio. Jerome was an American entrepreneur and philanthropist, co-founder of Schottenstein Stores Corp. The Schottenstein family was Lithuanian immigrants who began an extensive business empire in the late 19th Century. Schottenstein Stores owns stakes in DSW and American Signature Furniture...
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Minimalist Desk Lamp Robert Sonneman, '80s
Located in New York, NY
A designer black desk, task, or nightstand table lamp/light, Minimalist design period, 1988. Lamp is by designer Robert Sonneman for Robert Kovacs maker. With designer and makers' ma...
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1980s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in COM
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight (8) dining chairs in COM / COL with tubular frame in polished chrome finish, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. USA, circa 1960. Price Includes custom re-u...
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1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Clamp Lamps Modern Bauhaus style in White ideal for Library or Bookcase
By SIS
Located in Dronten, NL
Minimalist design SIS clamp lamps to highlight your art or your book collection. Also suitable as a minimalist work lamp. Adjustable shade. Five lamps available, priced individually.
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1970s German Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of 3 Wrought Iron Bar Stools, Olsson & Dam, Sweden, 1990s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 3 wrought iron bar stools with cow leather seats. Olsson & Dam design from the 1990s.
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1990s Swedish Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chrome Side Table After Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning Mid-Century Modern side table is a timeless piece inspired by Warren Platner’s iconic design. Featuring an elegant chrome wire base with a sculptural hourglass silhouet...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture

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Chrome

Elegant Bronze Sculpture Showing a Hoop Dancer Original Patina 1978
Located in London, GB
Elegant Bronze Sculpture Showing a Hoop Dancer Original Patina 1978 A beautiful sculpture in bronze with original patina showing a figure of a hoop dancer performing a very flexible ...
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1970s Russian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Ceramic Object by Tjok Dessauvage
By Tjok Dessauvage
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary objects by Belgian artist Tjok Dessauvage (b.1948).  
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1990s Belgian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Custom Square, Tiger's Eye Table with Gold Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Customsquare, tiger's eye table with gold legs.
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Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stone

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze
Located in Chicago, IL
Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form. Designed Monique Gerber. Can be used as a sculptural object or paper weight as well. Re...
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1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Italian Leather Scissor Chair Timeless by Antonio Citterio for Flexform
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This heavy and solid but at the same time elegant Timeless chair was designed by Antonio Citterio for the Italian Flexform manufacture during the 1980s. This chair has a chromed stee...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1990s Set of Two Minimalist Cocktail Mixers Designed by Lino Sabattini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1990s set of minimalist cocktail mixers, designed by Lino Sabattini, exhibits a sophisticated blend of form and material. The mixers are crafted from high-quality polished silve...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Saulo for Sulitjelma Stein Og Metall Stone & Bronze Candle Holders, Set of 3
By Sulitjelma Stein og Metall, Georges Saulo
Located in Round Top, TX
Elegant and sculptural set of three vintage candleholders, made in the 1970s in Sulitjelma, Norway—an area rich in mining history. Each holder is crafted with bronze bands and carved...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Stone, Bronze

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

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Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

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.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vittorio Introini for Saporiti wall mounted sideboard - 1970s
Located in Saarbrücken, DE
- made in Italy - 1970s design - good condition with slight signs of use and patina (no brakes or chips or any damages)
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1970s German Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Metal

Perry King, Santiago Miranda Arteluce "Aura" Wall Sconce Pair of Two
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Aura wall lights made by the famous designer's Perry King & Santiago Miranda in 1989 and produced by Arteluce, the prestigious Italian company founded by Gino Sarfatti in 193...
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1970s Vintage Minimalist Furniture

Materials

Steel

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...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Minimalist Furniture

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Oak

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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