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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
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Masterpiece Desk by Le Corbusier & Balkrisna Doshi
Located in New York, NY
This solid teak desk is a masterpiece of modern design by the most influential architect of the 20th century. Very few of these desks were produced. This example shows fantastic pat...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Ametista II Brick and Pink Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Douro Cabinet
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
DOURO CABINET, designed in 2023. Handmade by skilled artisans in solid oak. The cabinet features double doors with handles and legs decorated with a hand carved texture. Bespoke di...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Kitchen Tile Backsplash - Hand Painted Portuguese Tiles Azulejos "Hanging Foods"
Located in Baldock, GB
Beautiful tile mural with the "FLOWERS AND LEMONS" motif finely painted. Tile mural size: 29.5"H X 41.3"W (75cm X 105cm) Tile size: 5.9"H X 5.9"W (15cm X 15cm) Origin: Portugal P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Silha Floor Light
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
SILHA FLOOR LIGHT , designed in 2024. Large artisanal ceramic floor light with an organic shape and large geometric metal shade. The ceramic base is hand-sculpted in Project 213A's ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

'Surprise' Expanding Wood Side Table in Maple by Denis de la Mesiere
Located in Glendale, CA
'Surprise' Expanding Wood Side Table in Maple by Denis de la Mesiere Handcrafted in the Los Angeles and French workshops of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mes...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Maple

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

Schlagheck & Schultes Osram table lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
Schlagheck & Schultes designed lamp for Osram manufactured in Germany in the 1970’s. Magneticaly attached black enameled steel shade, enameled black steel stem and base. 40-60 watt E...
Category

1970s German Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Renato Anatra Murano Blue Glass Figural Lovers Sculpture
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish vintage Italian Murano sculptural figure of lovers by Renato Anatra and believed to date from the latter 20th century. The solid hand-crafted figure is made in blue tinted ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair Modern Tole Polychromed Life Size Sculptures of Potted Palm Trees
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Modern Tole Polychromed Life-Size Sculptures of Potted Palm Trees Late 20th Century This striking pair of life-size tole palm tree sculptures offers a stunning blend of modern craftsmanship and exotic charm. Each tree is meticulously crafted and polychromed, capturing the essence of tropical beauty with remarkable realism. The first palm tree stands at an impressive 60 inches high and 56 inches in diameter, placed in a 15-inch diameter swing-handled bucket, while the second stands 58 inches tall and 50 inches in diameter, presented in a 17-inch diameter twin-handled bucket. Both trees are adorned with eight removable palm fronds, each measuring 24 inches wide, 6 inches high, and 5 inches deep, which can be easily adjusted for an even more customized look. The hand-painted enamel finish in vibrant greens, yellows, and browns brings a lifelike quality to the sculptures, ensuring they make a striking statement in any space. Perfect for adding a touch of tropical flair to your interior or covered exterior, these tole sculptures...
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Late 20th Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Globe Sconce by Research.Lighting, Brushed Nickel, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Sconce in brushed nickel designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Brushed Nickel Electronics: 1x G9 Sock...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

9'x12' Moroccan Design Handmade Rug. 100% Natural 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

Ametista II Camel & Blue Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Vintage Italian Figural Snail Pill Box in White Metal
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual miniature pill box in the shape of a very detailed snail. These were made in Italy circa 1970-90s usually of 800/1000 silver or alpaca/argentan/German silver (an alloy of zin...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Upholstered, Wood-Framed Perception Lounge Chair by Known Work
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A graceful articulation of comfort through form, the Perception Chair explores the relationship between upholstery and framework. Its soft, sculpted interior creates cozy contours wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Maple, Burl

Sintra Bench with Cushion - Walnut
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
SINTRA BENCH, designed in 2023. This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted by hand from solid walnut wood in Northern Portugal. Bespoke d...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Extraordinary Pierre Jeanneret Library Table
Located in New York, NY
We are very pleased to present this exceptional and rare Pierre Jeanneret illuminated reading table with provenance from DAV (Dayanand Anglo-Vedic) College Chandigarh which was built...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Nazaré daybed - L shape
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ DAYBED - L shape, designed in 2024. The Nazaré Daybed is crafted from solid walnut and has two removable cushions. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving th...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Andy Warhol Flowers (Leo Castelli Gallery Mailer, 1964)
Located in New York, NY
Offset lithograph in colors on wove paper, published in conjunction with an exhibition—Warhol’s breakout “Flowers” show—held at New York's Leo Castelli Gallery from November 21-Decem...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Original Restored Danish Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen in Natural Sheepskin
Located in Bronx, NY
Original Restored Danish Clam Chair in Natural Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen d. 1950 Condition: Excellent Reupholstered. Repaired: Legs, armrests and frame have all been fully restored...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces W/ Ruffled Detailing & 24K Gold Flecks
Located in New York, NY
This refined pair of modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces exemplifies exceptional Italian craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Created in Italy in the 21st century, these sc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

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

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 50" x 60"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 03 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm The Bit Map Series...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Nazaré Sofa
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ SOFA, designed in 2025. The Nazaré sofa is crafted from solid walnut with an upholstered backrest and seating area. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving t...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Tavolo pranzo decoro scagliola foglia oro basi scolpite fatto a mano da Cupioli
Located in Rimini, IT
Tavolo pranzo decoro scagliola foglia oro basi scolpite fatto a mano da Cupioli. Il Tavolo Rettangolare è composto da un piano artisticamente decorato con la tecnica della scagliola...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Scagliola, Wood

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

Painting - Portrait of 2 King Charles Spaniels - DETRIXHE Robert
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A super sweet painting, a portrait of two cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs. The painting was made by the Belgian artist Robert Detrixhe. The painter was born in 1935 and was partic...
Category

1990s Belgian Modern Furniture

Materials

Paint

Retro Roll Arm Sofa in Maharam Velvet
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

1970s Modern Burlwood Gentleman’s Armoire / Cabinet By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a modern burlwood gentleman’s armoire by John Widdicomb. It dates to the 1970s and was manufactured in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is marked , and the interior opens to open s...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

10x14 Ft Modern Moroccan Berber style 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

Pair, Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce Satin Aluminum, Brutalist Perforated Wall Light
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

Contemporary Vertere Midi Stool in Oiled Walnut with Chestnut Leather Seat Pad
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Turned from solid American Black Walnut, the Vertere Midi Stool projects an exaggerated sculptural silhouette fully accentuating the stunning beauty of walnut. Our recommendation is ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Flexform Soft Dream 2 Seater Leather Sofa designed by Antonio Citterio
Located in Bern, CH
Flexform Soft Dream 2 Seater Leather Sofa (Pelle 2 823) designed by Antonio Citterio. With two matching cushions. New price inc. cushions: CHF 11'140.- This is a shop display model w...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Catarina Mirror
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
CATARINA MIRROR, designed in 2024. Large wall leaning mirror with a decorative frame made from hand-carved ornamental wood blocks. Each piece, crafted from a variety of wood types s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Karl Springer Rare and Exceptional Set of 3 "Free Form Coffee Tables" 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and early complete set of 3 "Free Form Coffee Tables" in polished stainless steel on hidden casters by Karl Springer, American early-1980’s. It is rare to see a complete...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Selenita Rose Fringed Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Dieter Rams for Braun Audio 310 Record Player and L60 floor speaker 1970s
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare Classic Braun Audio 310 unit paired with L60 floor speaker designed by Dieter Rams, produced by Braun. The unit is fully functional, recently cosm...
Category

1970s German Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

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

Bolha Table
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
BOLHA TABLE, designed in 2025. This bistro dining table is made from solid wood with turned wood detailing on the three legs. Bespoke dimensions available upon request. To view our ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

1234567 Aluminum Bookshelf by Clay Brown
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Standing at 8 feet tall, the 1234567 bookshelf is a striking example of minimalist design. Constructed from 1/8-inch water-jet cut waxed aluminum, it features 75 hand welds that seam...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Retro Roll Arm Sofa with Upholstered Plinth Base in Maharam Beck
Located in Nyack, NY
Our retro take on a roll arm sofa. Cylindrical arms, a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retr...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Arflex 'Goya' Dining Table in Lacquered Metal and Red Travertine
Located in Tilburg, NL
Arflex 'Goya' Dining Table in Lacquered Metal and Red Travertine. New, current production. 160 cm version with top in red travertine / travertino rosso. Goya is a table with round,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Tibet Lamb Brown Lumbar Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Tibet Lamb fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out or blend...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Pair of Modular Sofas with Walnut Finish Base and Built-in Tables, Ruy Line
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of modular Ruy sofas with table tops, walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, this pair of modul...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

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

Contemporary Eto Dining Chair in cotton velvet with Solid Oak or Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Eto Dining Chair is a simple, elegant and beautifully detailed dining or occasional chair with a show frame made entirely from solid walnut or oak. Shown here upholstered in so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Walnut, Velvet

Contemporary Isabella Carver Chair in grey cotton velvet with Solid Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella Carver Chair is the latest edition to our signature collection – 12 years in the making. Sister of the original Stuart Scott piece, the Isabella Dining Chair, the Carver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Low Oxblood Patterned Osis Pila Coffee Table by Llot Llov
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This two-tier coffee table adds both a surprising amount of storage and a bright-yet-neutral pop of color to any living room. It showcases Llot Llov's signature Osis finish, which us...
Category

2010s German Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Royal Copenhagen Large Porcelain Siamese Cat Figure Model 3281
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine quality vintage Danish porcelain model of seated Siamese cat by renowned and sought after makers Royal Copenhagen and dating from around 1980. The large, seated cat is beautif...
Category

1980s Danish Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Custom Stainless Steel Wall-Mounted Wave Console, 90" Wide
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of modern design, Venfield's wall-mounted Wave console is both a work of art and a functional piece of furniture designed to enhance almost any interior space.
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Original Massimo Iosa Ghini 1987 Italian Design Chair "Velox", 20th Century
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare furniture-sculpture, Design: Massimo Iosa Ghini, Moroso, Milano, 1987. Literature: N. Bellati, Neues italienisches design, 1990. Material used is leather in silver, wooden ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Tibet Lamb Beige Square Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Tibet Lamb fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out or blend...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Extraordinary Vladimir Kagan "Omnibus" Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
An original "Omnibus" Sectional by Valdimir Kagan. USA, c. 1970s. Grey-blue wool (more grey than blue) fabric is in good vintage condition. This is considered a rare sectional for ...
Category

Late 20th Century North American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

New Modern Dining Table in White Marble, Creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
White marble dining table designed by Karen Chekerdjian, part of the Inside Out Collection - accessories (fruit bowl, candles, flower vases) tables in red and black marble. It can be...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

A contemporary Lacquered Sideboard Featuring A Marble Top & Metal Accents
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sideboard showcases a striking interplay of materials, merging modern design with natural elegance. Warm wood legs provide a grounding element, contrasting beautifully with the ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal

Poliedri Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern chandelier with smoky brown polyhedron / polyhedral shaped Murano glass, mounted on white enameled metal frame, in the style of Venini and Carlo Scarpa / Made in Italy...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

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

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

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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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