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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 type: New and Made To Order
Style: Modern
Pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Smoked Pink Glass w/ Reeded Brass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This elegantly minimal Pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces in Smoked Pink Garnet Hue W/ Reeded Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Century. Featuring a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Clichy Linen Slipcover Sofa, Custom made in Spain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
With its rounded curves and comfortable back cushions, the Clichy sofa is both timeless and elegant.
The sofa is customizable, made to order, and we offer a variety of sizes and fa...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Hemp
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sakura Pink Floral Chandelier & Brass Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This ornate and alluring Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sakura Pink Floral Chandelier W/ Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Century. Composed of a numerous array...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Happy Linen Pillow White with White Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
LO DECOR happy linen pillow the perfect accent piece for an easy style update, this cushion makes a chic accent for any well-decorated home, adding charm to a bed, sofa, or your favo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen
Maharaja Sofa by Kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
The Maharaja sofa is Crafted by the skilled hands of artisans, layers of plush upholstery are meticulously sculpted into a regal silhouette, embellished with embossed floral fleece, ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Jones Linen Slipcover Armchair, Custom Made in Spain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Jones is a classic armchair influenced by the traditional English designs of the 18th century.
Its low seat and gently sloping back contribute to its remarkable comfort.
The Jone...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Hemp
Pair of Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Fluted Glass Sconces W/ 24kt Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This glamorous Pair of Modernist Transparent Hand-Blown Murano Fluted Glass Sconces W/ 24kt Gold Flecks originates from Italy during the 21st Century. They feature a fluted shade ren...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Gold, Brass
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Beige with Cream Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Dutch Contemporary Abstract Steel Art Murale Dégradé by Luuk van Laarhoven
By Studio Luuk van Laarhoven
Located in Amsterdam, NL
To understand the behaviour of metallic elements, experiments were done on a variety of different surfaces, both mechanically and by hand. By introducing heat to the metal an oxidati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Artisan Brass Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A stunning statement piece that brings a splash of glamour and sophistication to any room. With its sleek, contemporary design and luxurious gold finish, this dresser is not just a s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Nura Ceiling Fixture - 12" - Juniper Leather
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Nura Ceiling Fixture combines hand-stitched leather over walnut accented by a brass pole and canopy. This fixture can either be hung as a ceiling surface mount or a pendant suppo...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modernist Handblown Murano Frosted Pink Hue Glass & Brass Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and well balanced Modernist Handblown Murano Glass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Frosted Pink Hued Shades & Brass Fittings originates from Italy during the 21st Century. Feature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Perla Pendant by Gaspare Asaro-Black and Satin Brass
Located in New York, NY
The Perla Pendant features an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Tuscany. Also available as a flush mount or wall light. See the Perla Mini for the smaller ver...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Perla Pendant by Gaspare Asaro-White and Satin Brass
Located in New York, NY
The Perla Pendant features an organic brass shell nestling our Sfera glass handblown in Tuscany. Also available as a flush mount or wall light. See the Perla Mini for the smaller ver...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Decorative Pillows Red Cream Velvet Handmade by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/6 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple.
Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details.
2x G702921 Square cushion in dark red velvet with cream ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Crystal
21th Century Mid-Century Modern Bed in Grey & White Wave Shape Wood Headboard
Located in Porto, PT
The Malaga Bed is an exquisite wood Headboard that celebrates natural materials and craftsmanship through the art of marquetry. With its seamless blend of wood types, this masterpiec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Light Blue with Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Brenta pair of vases by Jenna Basso Pietrobon
Located in New York, NY
The Brenta vases is part of a project entitled Break the Mold by artist Jenna Basso Pietrobon. Each vase is unique, you will receive one straight and one collapsed. The standard glaz...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
European Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
A stunning embodiment of sophistication and modern design. Crafted from high-quality solid oak, this chair showcases a washed grey oak finish, beautifully exposing the natural textur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Handcrafted Flower Artglass Tray by JAS
Located in Paris, FR
A contemporary handcrafted tray composed of a handmade Portuguese artglass surface in the shape of flowers, a walnut frame and polished elegant brass handles.
Designed by Jonathan Am...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Walnut Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with Ivory and Lavender glass sits on 2 Walnut Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. A sleek table with high craftsmanship and flowing mosaic patterns. Skillfully ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Walnut
STAMEN, Handtufted Wool and Vegan Silk Rug by Laura Niubó / Small
By Laura Niubó
Located in Venice, CA
The Espressionismo Floreale rug collection is woven from a luxurious blend of New Zealand wool and vegan silk. The rugs are designed in Los Angeles and made in Portugal using the han...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Silk
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lime with Cream Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase Blue Butterflies on 24kt Gold Accented Surface
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Our 'Petalouda Gold' majolica vase showcases the timeless allure of the blue butterfly capturing the essence of its elegance. Revered across cultures as a symbol of wishes fulfilled,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Turquoise with Pink Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lilac with Cream Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Blue with Green Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Sculptural, Contemporary Table Lamp, Blue, Green & Teal by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp sits on a rectangular slate base and includes hand cast spheres in blue and half moons in teal. The sculpted contemporary components, with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture
Materials
Slate, Brass
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lime with Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Sculptural, Contemporary Table Lamp, 22ct Moon Gold Leaf by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary monochromatic Margit Wittig table lamp is mounted on a slate base and features multiple resin handcrafted resin components. Each element is cast and patinated to in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture
Materials
Slate, Brass
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Yellow with Pink Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Turquoise with Cream Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Blue with Light Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lilac with Light Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Break the Mold: Marostica+Marostica+Brenta ceramic lamp by Jenna Basso Pietrobon
Located in New York, NY
The Marostica+Marostica+Brenta is a handmade ceramic lamp and part of a project entitled Break the Mold by artist Jenna Basso Pietrobon. Made in her family’s hometown of Nove di Bass...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lime with Light Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Yellow with Cream Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Murano Glass Blue “Denim" Mirrors
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of spectacular mirrors made of hand-blown Murano glass in a striking" denim" blue hue. We love the hand-crafted glass components and the modern appearance of this pair. The colo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Murano Glass
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Light Blue with Beige Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lime with Light Blue Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Light Blue with Light Green Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Cast Bronze & Aluminum Cone Side Table by Studio Sunt
Located in Üsküdar, İstanbul
The Cone Table is inspired by the interconnections between the elements and life forms. The conical shape of the base, the asymmetrical form of the top, and the rounded edges provide...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Bronze
Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Bullicante Detailed Glass & Brass Fitted Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
These bold and materially stunning Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Table Lamps W/ Bullicante Detailing in Smoked Bronze & Brass Fittings originate from Italy during the 21st Centur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modernist Conical Smoked Graphite Hand-Blown Murano Glass & Brass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
These beautifully composed and materially distinct Modernist Conical Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces in Smoked Graphite W/Brass Fittings originate from Italy during the 21st Century....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modern Multicolor Murano Glass Coffee Table with Brass trim Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Multicolor Murano glass modern coffee table with brass trim, a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship.
This unique piece is distinguished by its vibrant patchwork of Murano glass, me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Hardwood
Tusk Sling Chair - Set of 8 - Ready to Ship in Black Ash
Located in Calgary, CA
Tusk sling dining chair by Möbius Objects - hand-sculpted in solid American Ash in a black stain. Raked legs offer a unique 'wind-swept' silhouette. The veg-tan leather sling is ergo...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Multicolor Murano Mirrors for the Wall with Brass Inserts Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Elevate your space with this Multicolor Murano mirror, made with precision in Italy.
This mirror features a series of hand-painted and hand-carved Murano glass panels, each separat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Beige Wavy Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wavy wall sconces made of a metal structure with LED lighting, covered with five Murano glass coloured panels. These sconces can be attached in any direction and assembled to create ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Green Wavy Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wavy wall sconces made of a metal structure with LED lighting, covered with five Murano glass coloured panels. These sconces can be attached in any direction and assembled to create ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Pink Wavy Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wavy wall sconces made of a metal structure with LED lighting, covered with five Murano glass coloured panels. These sconces can be attached in any direction and assembled to create ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Confetti, Small Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun
By LAUN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Confetti renders the classic shapes of midcentury poolside furniture in an unexpected material. This product is suitable for indoor or outdoor use and is handmade in Los Angeles....
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
New Modern Centrepiece in Green Guatemala Marble Creator Ivan Colominas STOCK
Located in Milan, IT
Sculptural, bright white, well-defined and multi-fold. Colominas has created a table service inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti’s soft lines, exalting the shape and structure of objects ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
Tarnished Bronze Handmade Swedish Sculptural Pendant at 39”/ 95cm diameter
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylized form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Measures: 35”/ 90cm diameter"ø.
Eac...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Black Bar Stool Suede Upholstery Wood Base & Polished Brass
Located in Porto, PT
Moa Azure Bar Stool is a mid-century modern stool with a square velvet seat with unique softness and refinement tops a pyramidal foot in wood marquetry with polished brass details.
H...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Dining Table, Round, Walnut with Antique Plated Metal Details
Located in Maçka-İstanbul, 34
The sculptural form of ‘Yaprak Collection’ defines a strong, unique and timeless design. The collection was inspired from the fruitful and varied plants that have millions of differe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Contemporary Art-Inspired Round Bedside Table Nightstand Wood Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
Austria Bedside Table is the perfect choice for a luxury bedroom design. A modern nightstand table made in marquetry and can be customized to meet your style and favorite wood colors...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Ceramic Vulcano Corteccia Texture Lilac Low Vase
Located in Porcia, IT
Dynamic and chic, this versatile vase will diffuse a sophisticated aura into a modern living room or entryway decor. The elegant form of the conical Sil...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Arizona Mirror, Estremoz Marble and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Furniture design at the iLuxury Awards 2021
In the remote location of Coyote Buttes lies one of Arizona’s treasures. The absolutely surreal undulating patterns of ‘The Wave’ inspired the creation of the Arizona mirror...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
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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