Modern Furniture
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Creator: Unknown
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and polished chrome.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polish...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and burnt copper.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Copper
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and smoked brass.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, polished ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Bride’s Veil Double Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Double Low Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 109,2 x H 45,7 cm.
Materials: Leather, steel and smoked brass.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass, poli...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Brass
Bride’s Veil Double Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Double Low Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 109,2 x H 45,7 cm.
Materials: Upholstery, steel and polished chrome.
Solid steel bar available in a smoked brass...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set Of 2 Black Ice Coffee Tables by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Black Ice Coffee Tables by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 76,2 x W 76,2 x H 25,4 cm.
Materials: Spandrel glass and polished chrome metal.
Steel coffee table with spandrel glass...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Early Italian Art Glass pair of Apples Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian Art Glass apples. Wonderful deep red transparent color with intentional bubbles on the surface of the apples. The green stem is a seperatly added piece completing eac...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Olé 12 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 12 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 34 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Modern Lucite and Brass Oval Coffee or Cocktail Table with Glass Top
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous contemporary lucite and brass glass coffee or cocktail table. This piece will be the focal point in any living room or formal sitting area. It is oval in shape and has a b...
Category
20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hand Knotted Birds Rug by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand knotted birds rug by Hatsu
Dimensions: D 140 x W 201 cm
Materials: Wool
Hatsu is a design studio based in Mumbai that creates modern l...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Olé 10 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 10 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 33 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 11 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 11 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 26 x H 27 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 2 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 2 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 23 cm
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco cu...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 8 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 8 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 18 x H 28 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco c...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 6 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 6 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 23 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco c...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 7 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 7 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 29 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco c...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Olé 5 Vase by Hania Jneid
Located in Geneve, CH
Olé 5 Vase by Hania Jneid
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 20 cm.
Materials: Stoneware, glaze and gold luster.
Numbered Olé Vase in the collection Olé, a tribute to the Flamenco c...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Luster, Stoneware
Bubblegum Leopard Velvet Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing our exquisite "Bubblegum Leopard" throw pillows, a luxurious fusion of comfort and captivating design. Crafted from premium Belgian velvet, these pillows exude sophistica...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Down, Velvet
Belgium Velvet Tiger Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand crafted in Chicago, these Belgium velvet throw pillows redefine luxury with their plush texture and striking tiger design. The premium velvet, known for its unparalleled softnes...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Down, Fabric
Tall Three Fish Bronze Statue With Marble Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
Tall Three Fish Bronze Statue With Marble Base. Aged bronze statues with patina all through out the fish and base. Weather Worn and in great condition. measures appox 27 x 15 x 10.5
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Brass Nenuphar Coffee Table by Atelier Thomas Formont
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Nenuphar coffee table by Atelier Thomas Formont
Design: Thomas Formont
Materials: Solid brass fine polished, waxed, patinated finish with...
Category
2010s French Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Whimsical Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
These luxurious down throw pillows, handcrafted with care in Chicago, feature a unique tapestry-like fabric that radiates comfort and style. The white background of the fabric serves...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Down
Whimsical Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
These luxurious down throw pillows, handcrafted with care in Chicago, feature a unique tapestry-like fabric that radiates comfort and style. The white background of the fabric serves...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Down
Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Bronze Fountain Figure Young Boy With Horn
Located in Pasadena, CA
Bronze Fountain Figure Young Boy With Horn. Frolicking bronze child playfully using their horn. Scene provides a sense of youthful energy and imagination.
Measures approx - 56h x ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Greek Cupids Bronze Statue Rare
Located in Pasadena, CA
Greek Cupids Bronze Statue Rare. This statue has 2 angels , male and female. The angels are seemingly in love. The male Angel is staring in a gaze at the female angel who is seemin...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Colored Bronze Patinaed Lobster Over Coral Base Statue
Located in Pasadena, CA
Bronze , Colored Patinaed Lobster Over Coral Base Statue. This wonderful full of life lobster statue shows the prowess and strength of the lobster over its reef. The Lobster is king...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Signed Patinaed Whale With Marble Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
Signed Patinaed Whale With Marble Base. Beautiful blue patina. Aged color pallet with wear only time can do. Bronze and marble come together to make this Sculpture feel as if the vie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Signed Grazing Zebra Sculpture with Marble Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
"Bronze Zebra over Marble base. The zebras are hand painted . The base has a signature behind the larger zebras. Allan Barnes 2005.
Measures approx - 14h x 19w x 10d"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Garden Fountain Of Boy, Koi fish and Goose
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage Garden Fountain Of Boy, Koi fish and Goose 46h x 16 w This creative sculpture shows a goose trying to steal the fish of the young man. The seemingly needs/ greedy goose wants...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Barware - Cocktail Shaker & 6 Cocktail Cups Designed by Oliver & Bower
Located in London, London
Made circa 1930 by Oliver & Bower Ltd. This striking, Art Deco Period, Silver Plated Cocktail Set, comprises a cocktail shaker and six cocktail cups, each of a matching design, stand...
Category
1930s English Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Bronze Children W/ Unmbrella Garden Fountain Signed
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique Bronze Children W/ Umbrella Garden Fountain Signed. Boy and girl holding umbrella shielding them from the water as is comes down. This is a fun fountain/statue. The umbrella...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Racoon Fountain
Located in Pasadena, CA
Bronze Racoon Fountain. Each racoon is in a watchful pose. Each racoon is on the look out. One racoon being grounded while the other racoon being on a branch or limb of a tree. This ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Double Whale Statue Sculpture Signed
Located in Pasadena, CA
Signed Bronze Double Whale Statue Sculpture. Each whale is breaching and is showing a dance between parent and child. A beautiful dance of life. Measures ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Velvet Collage Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted with unmatched skill in Chicago, these throw pillows embody luxury and artisanal beauty. Inside, the plush down filling provides supreme comfort, making them the perfect comp...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Polyester, Down
African American Lithothagraph
Located in Pasadena, CA
Nude Feminine Painting in black and white.35 x 45 Both fugires are looking out of the painting at the viewer as to invite them into their world. Bringing the attention to the left m...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper, Wood
Magnificent Bronze Dolphine Garden fountain / bird bath Signed
Located in Pasadena, CA
Magnificent Bronze Dolphine Garden Statue Measures approx - 52h x 25 diameter
This garden fountain / garden statue is a beautiful garden element that demands its own space. The base of the fountain has dolphin motifs all around the center of the case and has a wave design at top and bottom. The center of the fountain is decorated with a dolphin statue. The statue is a small fountain that shows 2 dolphins in a playful manner seemingly jumping out of the water. a wonderful patinaed fountain.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three Sculpted Paper Mache Hanging Goose
Located in Pasadena, CA
Set of Three Sculpted Paper Mache Hanging Flying Geese. Each swan is in a different action pose. There is some discoloration to the exterior of the goose. Each paper mache bird is ot...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Vintage Jack Vandell 14 Karat Gold & Emerald Polo Mallet Brooch or Pendant
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage brooch or pendant was made by the well known Jack Vandell studio of the United States and dates to approximately 1970 and done in a Modern style. The piece is composed o...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Gold
Mesquite Stool by Artefakto
Located in Geneve, CH
Mesquite Stool by Artefakto
Unique piece.
Dimensions: Ø 34 x H 30 cm.
Materials: Mesquite wood.
Guanajuato, Mexico 1950 ´s.
Artefakto opened its doors on the Riviera Nayarit...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
White Tripod Coffee Table by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
White tripod coffee table by kar
Materials: FRP
Dimensions: 150 x 85 x 30 cm
This piece is suitable for outdoor use.
Available in black.
Inspired by three-leg utensils which were ...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
Modern Serving Tray Board Platter Two-tone Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Two-tone Wood Serving Tray Platter
8.5 d x 14.38 w d 1.63 h
Rosewood handles
Original vintage condition
See all images for details
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Pair of Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Down
1969 Silvano Bozzolini Arte Astratta Metallo Smaltato Piatti Set di 3
Located in Brescia, IT
Silvano Bozzolini
Italy, 1969
Set di 3 Piatti
Metallo Smaltato a Fuoco
h 4 cm / diam 46 cm
h 3 cm / diam 40 cm
h 2.5 cm / diam 32.5 cm
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Kinetic mobile
Located in London, GB
Large kinetic mobile hand made by the artist Alistair Berg.
Alistair Berg is a sculptor based in Somerset. He uses a variety of materials to create lightweight kinetic mobiles design...
Category
2010s British Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Slab Coffee Table by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Slab coffee table by Imperfettolab
2011
Dimensions: 131 x 83 x H 30
Materials: Fibreglass
Available in black and white.
Seat/Coffee table in fibreglass.
Imperfetto Lab
Who...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
The Drago Bianco Vessel by Coseincorso
Located in Geneve, CH
The Drago Bianco Vessel by Coseincorso
Dimensions: Ø 40 x H 35 cm.
Materials: Ceramic with unleaded glaze.
The Drago Bianco takes inspiration from the drug pots produced in Castell...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Located in Geneve, CH
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Materials: Brushed oak wood.
Dimensions: D 50 x W 40 x H 100 cm.
Naibu
We are a multidisciplinary studio founded by Mara Calderón de la Barca and Brenda Ochoa, ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Modern Three Light Glass Candle Holder Globe
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Three Light Glass Candle Pendant Hanging Globe
12 h x 7 diameter
Preowned Vintage Condition Unrestored
See all images for details.
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Contemporary Upholstered Dining Chairs with Resin Finish in Brass Color
Located in New York, NY
These chairs have stylish curved legs and a nicely made backrest, giving them a classy and charming look. This Chairs come in two versions: one with a lower back for a laid-back feel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Resin, Fiberglass
S-Shaped Biomorphic Dining Chair In Matte Black
Located in New York, NY
This chair is a sleek and stylish fiberglass chair that you can personalize with different finishes, colors, and fabrics. It's perfect for homes, hotels, and restaurants because of i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Resin, Fiberglass
S-Shaped Biomorphic Dining Chair In Matte Black
Located in New York, NY
Meet this Chair, a stunning example of modern style. With its smooth black finish and unique fabric seat, it's all about contemporary elegance. Made for people who love both style an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Fabric
Jan Kristofori Original Pencil Sketches, Set of 3, Authentic Swiss Motives
Located in Hamburg, DE
Welcome to our exclusive online store, where art and authenticity converge. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jan Kristofori with our exclusive collection of three origina...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Heidi Girl of the Alps Children's Room Pendant Ceiling Lamp Vintage German, 1987
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Pendant light made of wire covered with fabric with motives of the well known Japanese cartoon Movie "Heidi the Girl of the Alps". The Fixture requires one European E27 /...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wire
Jan Kristofori Original Pencil Sketches, Set of 3, Authentic Swiss Motives
Located in Hamburg, DE
Welcome to our exclusive online store, where art and authenticity converge. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jan Kristofori with our exclusive collection of three origina...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jan Kristofori Original Pencil Sketches, Set of 3, Authentic Swiss Motives
Located in Hamburg, DE
Welcome to our exclusive online store, where art and authenticity converge. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jan Kristofori with our exclusive collection of three origina...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Arche Console by Altin
Located in Geneve, CH
Arche Console by Altin
Designed and developed by Yasmine Sfar and Mehdi Kebaier.
Dimensions: D 220 x W 55 x H 78 cm
Materials: Palm wood.
Hand-carved palm wood console.
Orbit
A jou...
Category
2010s Tunisian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern 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 seating, lighting, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Schumacher, Vistosi, and Kartell. 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.
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