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
Sculptural Turned Wooden Vase by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
By Bert Marsh
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden vase by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, thin del...
Category
Late 20th Century British Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Mannelli F.Lli Travertine Ornaments Three Swans Minimalist Style
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
A ni...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Pair of Vintage German Minimalist Chrome Black Armchairs from Thonet, 1970s
By Thonet
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of two armchairs was manufactured by the German Thonet manufacture during the 1970s. The frame is made of chrome-plated tubular steel. The chairs are made by plywood and covered with black synthetic leather. The minimalist form adds elegance, and the contoured seat improves comfort during use. Both pieces have manufactory labels.
Thonet is the oldest existing furniture company in the world. It began its long business in 1819 when the carpenter Michael Thonet founded a furniture workshop in Boppard, Germany. A supporter of the Biedermeier style, he specialized in chairs, tables and cabinets characterized by clean lines, reduced ornamentation and an emphasis on the principles of functionalism. In the 1930s, Thonet's experiments with glued and steam-bent wood furniture...
Category
1970s German Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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
Matte White Glazed Terra Cotta Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
A serene and individual semi-matte white glazed terra cotta planter pot. Minimalist in form with functional use.
Good condition, consistent w...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
1970's Trapezoid Lucite & Glass Console Table In The Manner of Pierre Vandel
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
An Elegant and Timeless French 1970's double tier Lucite and glass trapezoid form console table
In the style of Pierre Vandel
This piece expresses the essence of Modernism with it...
Category
1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Glass, Lucite
Tall Pair of Polished Nickel and Glass Rod Modernist Table Lamps
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant pair of towering architectural table lamps in a waterfall design with four sections of ball tipped, clear glass tubes set into the original polished nickel plated over steel ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Carlo Nason Milk Glass Pendant for Mazzega Venice, 1970's
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in London, GB
Opaline Murano triple shade glass pendant lamp. Three cone shape hand blown glass shades descend and are connected to a half dome central body in satin steel. The lamp is designed by...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Minimalist Metal X-Line Chairs by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Hybodan
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare set of four stacking X-line chairs was designed in 1977 by Niels Jørgen Haugesen and produced by Hybodan A/S in Denmark. They are made of chrome-plated steel rods and a bla...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Graphic Abstract Geometric Bronze Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Graphic abstract geometric patinated bronze sculpture on white marble base. Dark rich patina. Signed "R Y De Los Heros."
Category
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of six dining chairs "Gaja", Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of four six chairs "Gaja"
an elegant but essential project, which combines the Japanese conceptual universe with Italian style. Upon request i...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Minimalist Design Marble Floating Dining Table, Italy 1970's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Minimalist Italian Design Carrara Marble Floating Square Dining Table. Made in Italy, 1970's period. No maker markings or labels found. This square thin Carrara Marble top fl...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of Italiana Luce Black Rod Table Lamp, Italy, 1980s
Located in Camden, ME
A pair of Italian sculptural table lamps by Italiana Luce manufactured in Italy, circa 1980s.
The black lacquered base plates are slightly trapezoid. and support a curved black lacqu...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel
Unique Sculpted Wooden Artwork
Located in Nijlen, BE
This beautiful craftwork by an unknown creator is a beautiful interplay of three-dimensional cubes in recycled wood.
The sculpted cubes stand on a wooden plate.
Earthy warm color to...
Category
1980s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Plywood and Metal Stool, The Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Plywood and Metal Stool, The Netherlands, 1970s
Originally produced in the Netherlands in the 1970s, these vintage stools combine a simple industrial frame with the warmth of plywo...
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
William Earle's iconic 'Hal' twin pedestal dining table with oval glass top
By William Earle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
William Earle's iconic Hal twin pedestal dining table with oval glass top. Mahohany geometric pedestals, contemporary design at its best
W 190cm
D 130cm
H 72cm
Category
Late 20th Century Central American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Cut Glass, Mahogany
Pair of Postmodern Glass Carts Mod. Biplano by Bruno Munari for Robots, Italy
By Bruno Munari, Robots
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1972.
They feature a thin (but solid) folded metal frame and two glass shelves each.
These carts take their name from the simplicity of their design.
They are vintage...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Marek Cecula Post Modernist Tea Set ca' 1980
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A post modernist tea set by Marek Cecula. Glazed ceramic, ca' 1980's.
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Minimalist Brass and Coffee Brown Murano Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This vintage pendant fixture is in high quality coffee Murano glass overlaid in white to intensify the light. The design is cleverly thought with a concave top to hide the attachment of the brass rod and highlight the elegance...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Brass
Max Sauze for Atrow ' Isocele' Side Table, France 1970
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MAX SAUZE FOR ATROW ' ISOCELE' SIDE TABLE, 1970'S
This graphical side table, model 'Isocele', was designed by Max Sauze in France in the 1970's. It has a black enameled steel frame w...
Category
1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
Mid-Century Danish Black Modern Minimalist Oak Office Desk with Chrome Base
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This minimalist office desk was produced in Denmark during the 1970s. The desk is characterized by clear lines and creates a harmonious composition of the materials used. The large t...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Boho Tavola for Oggetti Tessellated Horn Lidded Box
By Oggetti
Located in west palm beach, FL
Present your favorite dishes with enchanting style in this vintage lidded bowl from the celebrated Portuguese ceramic maker, Bordallo Pinheiro. Expertly molded and richly glazed to s...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Horn, Wood
Custom Square, Tiger's Eye Table with Gold Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Customsquare, tiger's eye table with gold legs.
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Stone
White "More" Ceiling Lamp by Tobias Grau
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a handblown white glass globe and simple but concise form, the More ceiling light is designed by Tobias Grau and produced by his eponymous company. In very good condition with v...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Glass
Sergi Devesa Bajet "Chincheta" Coffee Table for Disform, Spain, 1988-1989
By Sergi Devesa Bajet
Located in Sharon, CT
"Chincheta", inspired by a "tack", this coffee table of Minimalist design, and constructed simply by cutting and bending and spray painting sheet aluminum with a flat black epoxy is ...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Pair of Silver Plated Metal Candleholders in the Style of Sabattini
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1990s.
They are made in silver plated metal.
These candleholder are vintage, therefore they might show slight traces of use, but they can be considered as in very go...
Category
1990s Italian Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
René Jean Caillette (1919-2004) floor lamp B10, Disderot ed., 1970
Located in Paris, FR
René-Jean Caillette (1919-2004)
B10 floor lamp (9 lights), Disderot éditeur, circa 1970
White-lacquered aluminum
Height 130 x Diameter 33 cm
References
Stand Charron, Salon des Ar...
Category
1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Geometric Brass Wall Candle Holders and Wall Geometric Relief
Located in London, GB
Three geometric minimal wall mounted sculptures that function as candle holders. The surface patina is part of the composition. They can be placed in any preferred order, easily moun...
Category
1970s European Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Belgian Modern Minimalist Black Desk Lamp from Massive
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This minimalist desk lamp was produced by the Belgian manufacturer Massive during the 1980s. The movable arm is made of chrome-plated steel, and the base and lampshade are made of hi...
Category
1980s Belgian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Chrome
William Ridenhour '1941-2010' 1972 Watercolor on Paper
Located in Sharon, CT
Signed in pencil lower right, dated lower left: 18 November 1971. Provenance: Robert Elkon Gallery NYC, exhibited in Ridenhour's first one-man show November 1972.
Category
1970s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Paper
Set of Two "Cubo Luce" Table Lamps by Studio Opi for Cini & Nils, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Minimal "Cubo Luce" table lamps by Studio OPI for Cini & Nils. Part of a successful family of linear and geometric lighting objects, the pieces feature five ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Monumental Travertine and Stainless Steel Coffee Table manner of Karl Springer
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental and stunning Travertine coffee table or cocktail table in the manner of Karl Springer. This table would look great in a Mid-Century Modern or Contemporary home. It could be styled with minimalist furniture or antiques and architectural accents...
Category
1980s American Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Stainless Steel
Arteluce "Aura" Memphis Wall Sconce by Perry King & Santiago Miranda
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A pair of Aura wall lights made by the famous designers Perry King & Santiago Miranda and produced by Arteluce. Each wall sconce is made of white enameled panels forming a Memphis st...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel
Il Personaggi Table Lamp by Enrico Tronconi, 1972
By Tronconi
Located in Lisboa, PT
This table lamp was designed by Enrico Tronconi and manufactured in Italy by Tronconi in 1972. This Post Modern floor lamp reminds of a contemporary skyscraper.The acrylic structure ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Plastic, Acrylic
"Abele" Desk Lamps by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Abele table lamp with dimmer by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci.
Red lacquered aluminium and halogen light.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Monumental Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
This striking vintage abstract oil painting captivates with its moody blend of deep grays, soft blues, and muted earth tones. The fluid, textured brushwork creates a sense of depth a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Minimalist Steel and Glass Trestle Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist steel and glass trestle table.
Category
Late 20th Century French Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel
Late 20th Century Wooden Screen Divider
By Ludvik Volak
Located in London, GB
Late 20 century wooden screen divider with a wavy shape.
Two in stock
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Wood
Marcel T nesting side table by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina 1970s, set 3
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
Minimalist design side table, inspired by Mies van der Rohe with simple abstract lines. The metal lower frame is bent steel and consist of 1 part. The entire design looks very sleek due to its thin shaped frame. The milk glass plate...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Annick et Samuel Coriat, set of 8 chairs, Artelano ed., circa 1980
Located in Paris, FR
Annick et Samuel Coriat, set of 8 chairs, Artelano ed., circa 1980
Black lacquered metal, chipboard, foam and black skai fabric
Height 75 x Width 40 x Depth 40 cm
ARTELANO is a Fr...
Category
1980s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Floor lamp by Gigante, Boccato and Zambusi for Zerbetto, 1970s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Floor lamp produced by Zerbetto designed in the 1970s by Gigante architectural firm, Boccato and Zambusi.
Minimalist and essential line, the frame is made of black painted metal. T...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel
Campana Brothers "Cone" Lounge Chair and Ottoman Edra, 1997
Located in PARIS, FR
Very nice cone chair designed by Fernando & Humberto Campana for Edra, Italy, 1997.
Its made of a grey lacquered metal tubular frame, and it has a transparent plexiglass seat. T...
Category
1990s Italian Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Minimalist Clear Glass Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Minimalist clear glass bookends, circa 1980s. The bookends are in very good condition and measure 8.5"W x 5"D x 5.25"H. #1681
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Glass
Danish Minimalist White Confetti Pendant Lamp by Claus Bonderup - Focus, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of small white pendant lights in white metal. Strict minimalist appearance combined with organic curves. This model is called Confetti and was designed by the Danish Architect...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
1970's Danish Erik Magnussen Thermo Jug by Stelton
Located in Knebel, DK
1970's Danish Erik Magnussen Thermo Jug by Stelton
Timeless thermo jug in futuristic minilalist style designed by Erik Magnussen for Stelton in 1977.
The thermo jug is in good vi...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Masur Birch Decorative Sculptural Wooden Box by Ray Key trinket vase
By Ray Key
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a box in Masur Birch made by the master woodturner Ray Key (1942-2018). Ray Key was one of the most praised woodturners of any generation. His...
Category
Late 20th Century British Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Birch
"Bone" Series Bowl Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company
Located in Doraville, GA
A rare hand crafted bowl from the "Bone" series designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company in the mid 1980's. The bowl is probably an earlier design from the collection and is ra...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of 70's Scandinavian Pinewood Minimal & Multi functional Stools / Tables
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of multifunctional Scandinavian solid Pinewood Stools /Tables
Minimal design and very functional in use, easy to use as a sturdy stool or as a sidetable in your space
beautif...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Pine
Gilles Derain Coffee Table Lumen Edition, circa 1985
Located in Paris, FR
Important coffee table by Gilles Derain (1944-) Lumen edition circa 1985
Chromed metal and medium wood MDF
Very good condition, some slight traces and marks of use
Chromed me...
Category
1980s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Megaron lamp by Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide, 1979
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Megaron lamp designed in 1979 by Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide.
Floor lamp
Megaron, the floor lamp, is a true classic of the Artemide brand, designed in 1979 for the famous Italia...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Framed + Signed Black & White Still Life Bell Pepper
By Ansel Adams
Located in Round Top, TX
Dramatic art photography still life on watercolor paper.
Purchased in 1990 in NYC; artist is Waco Moore. We love the still life image of a singular pepper in the most beautifully li...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
80s Stilnovo ‘Plafoniera’ Wall or Ceiling Lamps in White Set of 2
By Stilnovo
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Set of two white Stilnovo lamps, model Plafoniera, designed and produced in Italy in the 1980s. These minimalist lamps reflect the signature style of Stilnovo Milano, known for blend...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Chinese Crackle Celadon Pear 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Postmodern Tabletop Set of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a striking and functional element to your space with this Vintage Postmodern Tabletop Set of Drawers. Featuring a bold geometric design, this set of drawers combines sleek lines ...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Cocobolo
Pair of Max Sauze 'ISOCELE" side tables, Groupe S.A, France, 1970
By Max Sauze
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Very rare pair of 'Isocele' side tables designed by french artist Max Sauze and produced by Group S.A, France circa 1970. The structure is made of chromed steel rod and both tables ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Vintage 80s Ceramic Lights Imago Italy - Vibrant Hues - Set of 3 New Old Stock
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step into the vibrant ambiance of the 80s Design Lamps with Imago Italy's exquisite ceramic flush mount lights. Crafted with a sleek and minimalistic design, these lamps are the epit...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Metal
Modernist Minimalist White Glass Flower Vase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Modernist Minimalist white glass flower vase with clear glass base with some bubbles.
This Minimalist white vase very modern shape will fit any de...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Furniture
Materials
Glass
Off-White Lacquer Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Lacquer mirror. USA.
This mirror, in off-white lacquer, is currently on display at the 1stdibs@NYDC showroom in New York. Available in any cust...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Furniture
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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