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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Modern
"Great Substance/OneTaste" 2025, A Large Abstract Painting by Lowell Boyers
Located in New York, NY
GREAT SUBSTANCE / ONE TASTE (2025) by Lowell Boyers is a lush, immersive vertical composition that radiates vitality and painterly elegance. The large canvas is richly layered with v...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin, Acrylic
9x12 Ft Modern Handmade Moroccan Style Rug. 100% Wool. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Ergonomic Relaxation Chaise with a Sculpted Cedar Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Indulge in the luxurious comfort of this chaise longue. Its ergonomic seat, available in fabric or leather, is shaped to perfectly support your body. The solid wood recliner frame is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
ClassiCon White Limited Edition Brick Screen by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
A LIMITED EDITION
of a real work of art
ca. 115*
24 187
* Gesamtbreite flach 139 cm
* Total width flat 139 cm
BRICK
SCREEN
Designer, Version
Designer, Ausführung
Product
Produkt
Fold...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
4 Signed Lion in Frost Lucite, Chrome, & Orange Leather Swivel Barstools, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of Four Lion in Frost Lucite, Chrome, and Orange Leather Swivel Barstools, 1970s
A striking set of four swivel barstools by the iconic American design firm Lion in Frost, known ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Contemporary Oval Chest of Drawers In Aubergine Lacquer & Smoked Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A minimal and elegant chest of drawers offered in a combination of solid wood tops with lacquered structure. The seamless drawer fronts maintain clean lines with subtle horizontal gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Modernist Plexiglass or Lucite Faceted Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional geometric Lucite or acrylic decorative lidded box was designed in Italy. The piece was crafted circa 1960. It features a modernist shape with an incredible carved pr...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Plexiglass, Acrylic
Zanotta Maggiolina Lounge Chair in Gray Leather & Steel Frame by Marco Zanuso
By Zanotta, Marco Zanuso
Located in Miami, FL
One Maggiolina lounge chair with ottoman designed Marco Zanuso in 1947, steel frame, cowhide sling, goose down, gray leather upholstery.
Made in Italy by Zanotta
ottoman: 25.6" w 25...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Super-plush Organic Modern Sofa in Maharam Beck
Located in Nyack, NY
This sofa's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest qualit...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Vintage American Woven Wicker Table
Located in Chicago, IL
A fabulous vintage 20th century American woven wicker table, designed with an artful play on texture and form. Its undulating sides mimic the soft drape of a flowing tablecloth, givi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Pair of Lacquered Nightstands with Pull Out Writing Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive pair of black lacquered three-drawer nightstands or commodes featuring pull-out writing tables. The chests have a bowed front top panel with a decorative ogee edge. Each ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian Marble Egg Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of five (5) Italian marble egg sculptures, in the Modern style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Eggs include marble, alabaster and T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Brass Fittings
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Brass Fittings is a jewel-like objet d’art, designed to captivate with its opulent radiance and modern silhouette. Crafted in Italy by master g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Super-plush Oversized Organic Modern Armchair in Kvadrat Ecriture
Located in Nyack, NY
This chair's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest quali...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Couronnes Chandelier, Model 3, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
On this model of our popular chandelier, we have added paper shades with gold foil interiors which adds a Classic touch to the sleek fixture. The chandelier goes well in all decor sc...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Organic White Ceramic Vase, Kawa Vase 10, Handmade Sculptural Porcelain object
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kawa Vase 10
Organic white ceramic vase with textured raw porcelain exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind.
Va...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
Customizable Black Coffee Table Set, Organic Modern Design – Pantê Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A set of four Pantê coffee tables designed by Uultis Studio with black metallic bases and black wood finish tops. A sculptural composition of organic forms, the Pantê coffee table se...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
47" Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
By Riva 1920
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Experience the unique aroma of scented cedar with this bench, sculpted from a single piece of wood. Its graceful arched base below the seat magnifies the exquisite wood grains and na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cedar
Murano Art Glass Picture Frame with Multicolor Murrine, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Murano art glass picture frame was hand-crafted in Italy circa 1990. Murano mosaic Murrine plaques adorn the picture view of the frame, which features an L-shaped Plexigl...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Lucite, Plexiglass
Customizable Black Matte White Boucle Armchair Inspired by Ocean Waves, Mare
Located in Miami, FL
A Mare armchair in black matte finish designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with white bouclé fabric. A refined example of contemporary comfort, the Mare armchair by Uultis boasts a...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Venini Reticello Caged Glass Lantern
By Venini
Located in Houston, TX
1940s Hand blown "reticello " Murano glass all surrounded with a cage of delicate caned glass. In beautiful excellent vintage condition, all original without chips or cracks. This l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Heywood Wakefield 1930’s Buffet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Heywood Wakefield Solid Maple Buffet. 2 Drawers in the middle with a swinging door on each end. Cabinet is raised off the ground with legs. Newly refinished and ready to go.
Category
1930s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Maple
Bunch Pendant, by Research.Lighting, Black, 5in Glass Globe, Floor Model
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Bunch Pendant designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. It's a floor model that used in a photoshoot. There may be a few incredibly small scuffs but the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Solid Brass Tic-Tac-Do Board with Brass X's and O's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully styled Tic-Tac-Do Board in solid brass. A perfectly designed piece to play, but even better, the piece can sit on a console, cocktail table or great icebreaker for the...
Category
20th Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hive Sconce by Research.Lighting, Polished Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Hive Sconce in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting.
Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass
Finish: Polished Nickel
Globe Size: ~4.75in
Ele...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Modernist Hand-Blown Smoked Cobalt Murano Glass & Brass Torchiere
Located in New York, NY
This grand Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Torchiere originates from Italy during the 21st Century. Rendered in breathtaking opalescent Smoked Cobalt glass sections with brass cyli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair, Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce Satin Aluminum, Brutalist Perforated Wall Light
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Satin Aluminum by Luft Tanaka Studio
Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking metal panels...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Curvy Vintage Serpentine Modular Contemporary Sectional Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking and sculptural channel back upholstered serpentine sectional sofa, 3 pieces, having black on black cotton and rayon blend fabric. Very comfortable.
Left largest section
78...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
French Midcentury Granite Bust on Wood Base, Signed
Located in Houston, TX
French Midcentury hand-sculpted granite bust on wood base, circa 1965. Signed by the artist G. Gregoire.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Furniture
Materials
Granite
HALO Wall Sconce
Located in Renton, WA
The HALO Wall Sconce draws inspiration from the nostalgic charm of classic lighting design. Featuring a built-in LED with high color rendering, it creates a soothing atmosphere that ...
Category
2010s Taiwanese Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
9x12 Ft New Modern Moroccan Berber Rug. Custom Options Available. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Walter Antonis TE41 Tubular Chrome Coffee Table for ’t Spectrum, 1974
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walter Antonis TE41 Tubular Chrome Coffee Table for ’t Spectrum, 1974
A standout of Dutch postwar design, the TE41 coffee table was created in 1974 by architect and designer Walter ...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Ralph Lauren Blue Denim Sofa, from ANDY COHEN'S Personal Collection
Located in Long Island City, NY
The Aston’s low profile with super deep seat depth and extra thick seat cushions create the ultimate lounging environment. The wide arms are also perfect for a perching if you don’t want to succumb to the comfort of the cushions. Slight wear on rear of one cushion. Made in Italy with a custom Ralph Lauren denim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Abalone
French Pair of Vintage Square Footstools
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Versatile pair of French footstool-ottomans, vintage 1970s, upholstered in beige synthetic leather for durability and accented with brown piping. Comfortable to sit on as well as to ...
Category
20th Century French Modern Furniture
Materials
Foam, Wood
Textile Poster, Contemporary Handwoven Tapestry by Andrew Boos
By Andrew Boos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wall hanging is a one of a kind heirloom piece, inspired by brutalism, and Joseph Albers studies on the interactions of colors.
The entire process of creating this wall hanging...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
9x12 Ft Contemporary Handmade Moroccan Style Rug. Custom Options Available
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Elevate your living space with the exquisite charm of this new modern hand-knotted Moroccan Berber Beni Ourain design rug, crafted with precision and care from 100% wool. Combining t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
In Stock Tabei lounge chair by Crump and Kwash in Plaid and Leather
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Tabei Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash
This piece is in stock and ready to ship.
Plaid upholstery / plywood construction / premium Marigold leather cushioning / down envelope
37...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Leather, Down
T Sconce, by Research.Lighting, Black with glass globes, In Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x T Sconce designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting.
Materials: Steel, Glass
Finish: Powder Coated Steel in black
Electronics: 2x G9 Sockets, 2x 4.5 Watt...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Cluster of 5 Organic White Kawa Vases, Porcelain, Group, Set of 5, Ceramic
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 5 Kawa Vases 04 & 05
Organic white ceramic vases with textured raw porcelain exterior surface and clear glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is on...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
Walnut Finish Counter Stool with Cane Back and Upholstered Seat, Sotto Series
Located in Miami, FL
A Sotto counter stool designed by Uultis Studio with walnut finish, beige fabric and mixed light cane. *Please check availability prior to purchase*
The Sotto counter stool blends v...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Rare Ralph Lauren Dresser Plaid Chest of Drawers BROOK STREET
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, chest or drawers you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful table is statement ...
Category
Early 2000s Philippine Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Ecru Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the illusion of seamlessly fitting into a 90-degree corner and making any room feel cozy. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Ivory Boucle
Located in Culver City, CA
Let’s be real: this Vladimir Kagan sofa is an absolute dreamboat. Fully wrapped in a rich, ivory bouclé (yes, even that sexy double-disc base), it’s basically a cloud you can splay o...
Category
1990s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Bouclé
Customizable Walnut Finish and Grey Bouclé Accent Armchair– Fane Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Fane armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut finish and grey bouclé fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Fane armchair blends timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Francesco Beghetto Floating Sofa Fully Upholstered In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is defined by its soft, sinuous lines and a unique construction. A tubular structure, supported by straps, is fully upholstered in fabric, eliminating the need for traditio...
Category
2010s European Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Steamer Trunk Late 19th Century
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A lovely steamer trunk with nice detailing and heavy duty, quality construction. Ca' 1890's. This trunk is large! Measuring 34.5" W, 26"H, 21"D.
Category
1890s American Antique Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Sark Mahogany Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Modern Regency dark mahogany triple dresser or credenza
By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1990s
Dark mahogany, with unique vertical fluted design draw...
Category
1990s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Gucci Barware Gold Plated and Enamel Cocktail Glass Makers in Box, 1980s
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous and ultra-rare Gucci barware gold plated and enamel cocktail glass makers set from the 1980s is the perfect addition to any occasion. The se...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate, Enamel
Yoshitomo Nara, Too Young to Die, Japanese Glazed Porcelain Ceramic Ashtray 2002
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and highly coveted large finely glazed ceramic ash tray/ low bowl by famed Japanese Pop artist Yoshitomo Nara (奈良 美智, 1959- ) titled "Too Young To Die". The wonderful im...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Freestanding Blackened Brass Coat Rack, Marble Base, Coat Tree, Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Freestanding coat tree made of solid brass components in a blackened finish, with a black or white marble base. The piece is made-to-order and fully customizable(dimensions, metal fi...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Steel
Round Dining Table with Shaped Solid Wood Base and Top
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Stylish and versatile piece that combines innovative design with high-quality materials:
Key features includes:
Base: The base in wood, lacquer or metal lacquer. visually appealing a...
Category
2010s Greek Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
5.6x9 Ft Vintage Turkish Area Rug redyed in Brown Color for modern interiors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category
1960s Turkish Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
100+ Stock 40% off Clearance -Bent Wood Contract Bistro Chair - Matte Black
Located in NEW YORK, NY
a rare chance to own the Vienna Restaurant Chair, a contract-grade, designer seating option originally produced for a renowned restaurant chain. Due to overproduction, only 100 unit...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
“Shrimp” Easy Chair by Jehs + Laub for COR Sitzmøbel, 2011.
By Jehs & Laub
Located in Point Richmond, CA
“Shrimp” Easy Chair by Jehs + Laub for COR Sitzmøbel, 2011. A white enameled formed wood swivel chair made in Germany with olive colored upholstered fabric attached cushions mounted ...
Category
2010s German Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia - Set of 6
Located in Dallas, TX
This B&B Italia Camaleonda sectional preserves the timeless elements that made it iconic, including the distinctive capitonné design crafted with the innovative system of cables, hoo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mohair
Modern large low bright pink high gloss lacquer coffee table with brass legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern large low bright pink high gloss lacquer coffee table with brass legs. In the style of post modern. Very fun colorful low coffee table. Sits on (4) square tube brass or gold c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Customizable Swivel Chair with Beige Bouclé and Brown Faux Leather, Mule Series
Located in Miami, FL
A Mule Swivel chair designed by Uultis Studio with brown faux leather, beige bouclé fabric and black metallic base. With its sculptural form and seamless blend of textures, the Mule swivel chair brings modern refinement to any living space. Inspired by the timeless elegance of the mule loafer, this chair pairs sleek lines with a thoughtfully designed silhouette. A curved back wraps around the generously cushioned seat, creating an inviting embrace. The combination of soft beige bouclé and smooth brown faux leather accentuates its sophisticated aesthetic, while the black metallic base offers a sturdy yet understated foundation.
Designed for both style and comfort, the Mule chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hive Sconces by Research.Lighting, Nickel, 3in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2x Hive Sconces in polished nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting.
Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass
Finish: Polished Nickel
Electronics: 1x G9 Soc...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
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.