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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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: Chicago
Style: Modern
Pair of Post Modern Wall Sconces by Bieffeplast, Italy 20th Century
By Bieffeplast
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Post Modern style wall sconces designed by the Bieffeplast, an iconic and influential Italian design company from Padua, Italy. These elegant sconces are a beautiful exampl...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Curve Table by Paige Schlosser
Located in Chicago, IL
A contemporary ceramic side table designed by Chicago ceramicist, Paige Schlosser.
Models shown in Brown and Ivory are available and both In Stock. The Curve table is also availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage French Brass Bistro with Glass Shelves
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage French Bistro Shelf sourced in the South of France. The unlacquered brass frame has adjustable shelves, curved brass shelf supports and l...
Category
20th Century French Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
3-Piece Yellow Carrera Modular Sofa by Lomazzi, De Pas + D'urbino for BBB Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare three piece Carrera modular sofa designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi for BBB Bonacina Italia in 1969. This stunning sofa has two curved corner sections and one center section with ribbed seat detailing. It reupholstered by previous owners in a woven yellow fabric. Retains ‘BBB Italia’ interior lining. Sourced in Italy.
We also have a brown five piece Carrera available HERE.
Jonathan De Pas (1932-1991), Donato D’Urbino (1935-) and Paolo Lomazzi (1936-) are Italian designers who began working together in 1966. They are best known for their unconventional pop art designs, many of which are in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris among others. Their most iconic pieces include the Joe Sofa, 1970 and the “Blow” armchair...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Design for Leisure Stools
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Design for Leisure stools with their easily recognizable fluted chromed nickel base. This pair has a curved back rest; swivel feature and foot rest.
DIMENSIONS: 18ʺW x 22...
Category
1970s British Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Charles Hollis Jones Sculptural Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare and unique limited edition of a Charles Hollis Jones sculptural Lucite lamp. This high-style carved lucite block is a newer design by the artist Charles and has been modified into a lamp to illuminate the artist's mid-century inspired design for which he is so famous.
The brass incased side bar conceals an LED light which transforms the already amazing carved lucite sculpture into an illuminated centerpiece. The lucite sculpture is very rare and only one other lamp modification is known to be in production. The sculpture was acquired directly from the artist and modified into a lamp from a Palm Springs...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pink Terrazzo Style Stone Dining Table or Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
A completely stunning stone dining table from the 1970s featuring pink and peach stone. Assembled in a terrazzo style format, large pieces of stone quarried in Mexico have been assem...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
Vintage Cast Iron Coat Rack With Umbrella Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Cast Iron Coat Rack With Umbrella Stand
This hallway/entryway/closet coat hanger stand also has an umbrella stand. Keep your home neat, clea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Handwoven Tapestry by Maria Assumpció Raventós, Spain 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1970s handwoven tapestry by listed Spanish artist Maria Assumpció Raventós (1930-). This textural piece features bold red, gray and cream hu...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Curved Stainless Steel Frame Mirror, Italy 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage Italian wall mirror featuring a curved, stainless steel frame. A rectangular mirror with subtly curved corners appears to float against the frame. Unmarked. Sourced in Ital...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Italian Mirror with Crystal Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage Italian mirror sourced along the western border of Italy, near France. This was likely a commissioned piece that was a custom design for a residence near the France Italy b...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Le Bambole Sofa in Original Checkered Velvet by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
Le Bambole sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972. This iconic sofa retains its original checkered velvet upholstery. Stamped ‘B&B Italia’ under base. Sourced in Italy...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
1980s Vintage Wood Rustic Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
I LOVE these chairs. Pretty from all angles and super comfy. These are in original condition and can be used as is or redone to your favorite chic fabric.
DIMENSIONS: 32ʺW × 31ʺD ×...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bronze Saint Gobain Glass Console, France 1979
Located in Chicago, IL
Sourced in Paris, the stunning glass console table was custom designed for an architects office in 1979. Saint Gobain has been manufacturing glass in a small village in northern Fran...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa in Cognac Suede by Ubald Klug, 1970s
By Ubald Klug
Located in Chicago, IL
Ubald Klug presented his design for the “Terrazza” sofa to De Sede in 1972 based on inspiration he found in the terraced fields of the Alps and the organic formations of sand.
Pe...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Brass + Glass Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Style Coffee Table, Italy
Located in Chicago, IL
An outstanding 1930s Italian blue glass and brass coffee table in the style of designs by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. This table has a rectangular glass tabletop with a beveled e...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
"Reconstructed Landscape, " Mixed Media Mosaic, 2022
By Toyoharu Kii
Located in Chicago, IL
Intricate, ethereal and highly textured, the abstract compositions of Japanese mosaic artist Toyoharu Kii reflect a sophisticated approach to the technical art of mosaic making. Clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
Abstract Modern Musician Sculpture by Austin Productions
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract Modern Musician Sculpture by Austin Productions.
Sculpture has a hairline damage weak spot. Needs to be handled carefully as it flexes sl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Italian Modern Wardrobe
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian Modern Wardrobe from Maggioni. Features two spaces with sliding track doors. 4 adjustable shelves that can be modified to your desired ...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Laminate
Vintage Tibetan Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming and whimsical late 20th century Tibetan rug with with a highly stylized pattern with birds, suns, geometric and tiger stripes, and all woven in light blue, green, yellow, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Tibetan Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Modernist Pine Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your living space with this pair of hand-crafted pine tables, a testament to the timeless allure of modernist design. Meticulously constructed from laminated center cut pine ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Pine
Billy Baldon Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
This Billy Baldwin dining table with a 3/4" thick glass top and pickled oak wood frame is a stunning and sophisticated addition to any dining room. The table's sleek design and high-...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak
Donghia Origami Temko Table Lamp
By Donghia
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the Donghia “Origami Temko” table lamp, a contemporary marvel of lighting design hailing from Italy. This lamp pays homage to Florence Temk...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Vases Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Albany Small, Medium & Large Vases - Set of 3 Glass
This set of 3 designer vases looks beautiful together or alone and makes an eye-catching addition to any shelf or table in your h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Medium Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
STELLA MEDIUM
Pure in form, the lenticular effect of the fluted glass masks the stems and showcases the flower heads. The facet near the bottom serves as a marker for the water line...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Black Horizontal Frame Minimal Contemporary Mirror with Movable Oak Shelf, USA
Located in Chicago, IL
This minimal contemporary mirror is perfectly suited for an entryway, bedroom, or bathroom, the abstract modern frame mirror reduces the object to its most minimal form. The movable oakwood tray shelf can be positioned anywhere along the bottom frame. The minimal mirror...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Vintage Sculptural Bronze Penguin Coffee Table by J. D'aste
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Sculptural Bronze Penguin Coffee Table by J. D'aste
Italian sculpture Joseph D'Aste, who has works currently in the Musée d'Orsay, create...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Barrel Back Side-Chair w/ Grey Ebonized Frame & Full-Grain Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic Vintage Castered Barrel Back Side-Chair w/ Grey Ebonized Frame Upholstered in Original Full Grain Grey Leather by Howard Lorton Furniture & Design's Hickory Chair
The Hicko...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Plump Side Table by Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory
By Ian Cochran
Located in New York, NY
This side table is a continuation of the Plump series of sculptural furniture. This transparent table is a contemporary and modern addition to any space. The shapes play upon the eff...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Albany Small Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ALBANY SMALL VASE
The Albany Vase inverts tradition with intricate fluting detail on the interior. The strong architectural lines are an exercise in material studies and production ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Albany Medium Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ALBANY MEDIUM VASE
The Albany Vase inverts tradition with intricate fluting detail on the interior. The strong architectural lines are an exercise in material studies and production...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Large Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
STELLA LARGE VASE
Pure in form, the lenticular effect of the fluted glass masks the stems and showcases the flower heads. The facet near the bottom serves as a marker for the water ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Fluted Glass Albany Large Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ALBANY LARGE VASE
The Albany Vase inverts tradition with intricate fluting detail on the interior. The strong architectural lines are an exercise in material studies and production ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Plump Round Coffee Table by Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory
By Ian Cochran
Located in New York, NY
A continuation of the Plump series of sculptural furniture. The shapes play upon the effect that resin has as light is refracted through the solid parts. The table is only held toget...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Clear Glass Modern Medium Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ROSSI VASE MEDIUM
From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Set of Two Contemporary Handcrafted Clear Czech glass Whiskey Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
RARE WHISKEY GLASS - set of two
The Rare Glass concentrates on presentation and experience. Commissioned by The Macallan for the launch of its Rare Cask Scotch, Rare is a technical ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Bronze Vessel/Challis, Sculptural Object by Raju Peddada
By Raju Peddada
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable example of minimalist design and natural form, this bronze vessel is both beautiful and functional. This proto-type by designer Raju Peddada is a shift in contemporary ...
Category
Early 2000s Canadian Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Clear Czech Glass Modern Large Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
ROSSI VASE LARGE
From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticular effect of the fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Large & Medium Fluted Glass Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
Stella Vases Large & Medium - set of 2
Pure in form, the lenticular effect of the fluted glass masks the stems and showcases the flower heads. The facet near the bottom serves as a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Donghia Esha - Ice Murano Glass Floor Lamp
By Donghia
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the Donghia “Esha” floor lamp in "ice" colorway, a magnificent piece of Italian craftsmanship that epitomizes the 21st-century penchant for blending traditional technique...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Nickel
fferrone Contemporary Handcrafted Czech Large & Medium Clear Glass Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
Rossi Vases Large & Medium - set of 2
From a single stem to a bouquet, the clear glass highlights the flower stem, celebrating it as an integral part of the arrangement. The lenticu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Nicholas Wolfe "Ovunque Bench"
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the Ovunque Bench by Nicholas Wolfe, a masterpiece in simplicity and sophistication. Its name, "Ovunque," which means "everywhere" in Italian, perfectly encapsulates its versatile design. This exquisite bench features channeled sides, adding a touch of elegance and texture to any space. The Ovunque Bench comes complete with two wedge pillows...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Bouclé
Radius Side Table, Made from Brass
Located in Chicago, IL
Radius Side Table
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian 3 Tier Round Murano Glass Tronchi Ceiling Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian 3 Tier Round Murano Glass Tronchi Ceiling Chandelier
Beautiful Italian three-tiered Tronchi clear glass chandelier. This hanging lamp is composed of blown glass tube...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Interior Crafts Tuxedo Pillow Back Sofas in Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
* A second sofa is available. See below.
Immerse yourself in the luxurious embrace of this fully upholstered Interior Crafts tuxedo / pillow back sofa...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Down
Echo II Side Table by Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory
By Ian Cochran
Located in New York, NY
Echo II Side Table in Blue by Ian Alistair Cochran
Solid Resin
D 21" x H 18"
Like its predecessor, the Dew Drops, the Echo Series is a collection of small tables made from solid ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Resin
Vintage Art Deco Poster by Leonetto Cappiello Mossant Hats
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Art Deco Framed Painting of Leonetto Cappiello Mossant Hats
This is a poster created by the famous poster artist, Leonetto Cappiello. It wa...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
Reality Was Just Too Much Baggage - Painting & Vanity Mirror, Objet D'art
By John Seubert
Located in Chicago, IL
Self-taught artist John Seubert, AKA John Dolly, repurposes objects he uncovers as he rehabs older homes in Chicago. Here, a framed mirror is hinged to the back of a small abstract p...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Paint, Reclaimed Wood
fferrone Contemporary Czech Fluted Talise Glass Water Filter Carafe Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the mundane plastic water filter pitcher, the Talise transforms the ubiquitous plastic vessel into an elegant glass carafe, increasing its durability and improving its fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Vintage Geneva Tete-a-Tete Donghia Chaise Lounge Newly Upholstered in Chenille
By Donghia
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Oversized Geneva Tete-a-Tete Chaise Lounge by Donghia Custom Upholstered in Plush "Black & Gold" Designer Bow-Tie Patterned Chenille
This Donghia chaise lounge with a six le...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Chenille, Upholstery
Mayflower Chair by Fabrice Berrux for Roche Bobois
Located in Chicago, IL
This Chair by Fabrice Berrux, for Roche Bobois was designed as part of their Collection les Contemporains in the 2010 Salone del Mobile. Comprised of...
Category
2010s French Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Figural Oil Painting of Ballet Dancers
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Figural Oil Painting of Ballet Dancers Wall Art
This monochromatic oil painting captures the graceful movement of ballet dancers. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Paint
fferrone Contemporary set of Six Champagne Coupes
Located in Chicago, IL
May Coupe of the May Collection is a classic champagne glass with a modern silhouette. Designed for and named after Ferrone’s favorite month of the year, when the season transitions ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass
Modern Smoked Cyborg Armchair by Marcel Wanders for Magis Italy - Set of 10
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Smoked Cyborg Armchair by Marcel Wanders for Magis Italy - Set of 10
The Cyborg chair takes the elegant form of a more traditional dining o...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
The Delphine: A Modern Stone Dining Table with an Oval Top and 4 Rounded Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
The Delphine is a graceful modern dining table. The top is a carved oval-shaped stone slab, with subtle edging. Each of the four legs is carved into a thin, cylindrical shape, with t...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
The Simone: A Modern Stone Dining Table with a Rectangular Top and Round Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
The Simone is a whimsical modern dining table. The top is made from an elegant thin rectangular stone slab. Each of the four legs is positioned directly below a corner of the top. ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
The Marianne: A Modern Stone Dining Table with an Oval Top and Four Tapered Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
The Marianne is a whimsical modern dining table, and a variation of our Simone Table. The top is made from an elegant thin oval stone slab. The legs are rounded, but taper in as th...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
Laura Kirar Bronze Lien Tray Side Table for Baker
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing the Laura Kirar bronze Lien Tray side table for Baker Furniture, USA circa early 21st century. This exquisite piece boasts a lustrous tubular brass structure, 1" in diame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
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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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