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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Aleh Wave Chandelier Blown Glass by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A natural addition to any space, Aleh Wave is an ode to nature’s own sublime engineering composed by designer Sophia Han.
Meaning leaf in Hebrew, Aleh Wave was inspired by the aest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass, Wood
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
Fully Upholstered Lounge Features a Sleek Hourglass Silhouette and Plush Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Futuristic design meets ultimate comfort in this lounge chair. The sleek hourglass shape and plush seat create a visually striking and inviting space to unwind.
We will be glad to c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood
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
Rug & Kilim’s Persian Style Rug in Gray and Blue, Polychromatic Floral Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 6x9 rug from our Modern Classics Collection represents our most luxurious new take on classic Persian rugs and is inspired by the celebrated Bidjar ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Thos. Moser Stool, 2006, Cherry, Thomas Moser
By Thomas Moser
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful original Thos. Moser Stool. Please see all pictures.
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Cherry
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
Pair of Upholstered Swivel Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These swivel armchairs feature a sleek and modern silhouette with a nod to mid-century design. The low-profile back curves gently into the arms in a continuous, wraparound form that ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Textile
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
9'2"x11'10" Blue Sparrows on the Tree Peshawar 100% Soft Wool Hand Knotted Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Bayern Blue, Sparrows on the Tree, Peshawar, 100% Wool, Soft Pile, Lush and Plush, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Conte...
Category
2010s Afghan Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
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
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
"The Second World War, " by Winston Churchill
Located in Austin, TX
The Second World War by Winston Churchill from Houghton-Mifflin Company, Boston.
A vintage edition of Winston Churchill's six-volume memoir, The Second World War, for which he was a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
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
American Queen Upholstered Bed With Texturized Steel Tube base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted with a sophisticated silhouette and clean lines, this double bed becomes the focal point of your contemporary bedroom. This luxurious upholstered bed is generously proportion...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Fish Bottle Opener Abalone Seashell
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful fish shaped bottle opener in iridescent abalone seashell and chrome, Modern design style, in the style of Los Castillo, circa mid to late-20th century. A great bar or boa...
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Honeycomb 19, Cast Glass Pendant Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each Honeycomb pendant is made using a custom-made mold and cast glass to ensure consistency. The thicker glass is hand made laser cut to create the diamond shape.
The inner design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
Dew 22, Cast Glass Pendant Dining Room Chandelier by Shakuff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each Dew pendant is made using a custom-made mold and cast glass to ensure consistency. The thicker glass creates a three dimensional effect at the bottom of each Dew drop that refle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
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
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
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
Couronnes Chandelier by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This popular chandelier goes well in all décor schemes from modern to traditional. It is a twist on the classic candleholder design. It provides enough light to be the centerpiece of...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Plaster
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
'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
21st Century Turkish Patchwork Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Patchwork room size carpet handmade during the 21st century using vintage Turkish rugs from the mid-20th century.
Measures: 11' 6" x 13' 9"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
T Sconce, by Research.Lighting, Black with glass globes, Floor Model
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
Customizable Small Wall-Mounted Light in Powder-Coated or Plated Steel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lenox Small is an expansion to the original Lenox series by Astreaus Clarke. The the metal tubing bends around the shape of the globe, creating a flow of movement and synchrony b...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Brass, Aluminum, Nickel
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
“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
Blocks Outdoor Coffee Table In Scented Cedar Wood by Riva 1920 Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This coffee table is designed for versatility, seamlessly transitioning between indoor and outdoor spaces. Its square shape and compact size make it ideal for various settings. Cra...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Cedar
Pair of Modernist Alabaster and Oil Rubbed Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your home with this Pair of Modernist Alabaster and Oil Rubbed Bronze Sconces, crafted with precision in the United States during the 20th century. These sconces combine simp...
Category
20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Pair of Federal Style Mahogany and Tufted Upholstered Wingback Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Pair of Federal Style Mahogany frame, Upholstered and Tufted Wingback Armchairs. Navy blue with fine yellow dots.
Measures 25.5" in width, 30" in depth and 37" in hei...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
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
FIN Shade Table Lamp, light blue, hand built ceramic lamp by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN Azure Icefall Glaze
Please note that this listing includes the table base and finial. Light bulbs are included with the lamp. If you would like the shade shown in the image, it ...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Upholstered, Wood-Framed Perception Bench or Loveseat by Known Work
By Known Work
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A graceful articulation of comfort through form, the Perceptions Bench explores the relationship between upholstery and framework. Its soft, sculpted interior creates cozy contours w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Maple, Burl
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
DeCastelli Marea Cabinet by Zanellato/Bortotto - Available now
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The traces of time are drawn one on top of another, infused into the changing skin of the rigorous metal forms that define these cabinets and chests. Like the tide (marea in Italian)...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Zanotta Maggiolina Lounge Chair in Cream 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, cream leather upholstery.
Made in Italy by Zanotta
We have two sets av...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
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
Vintage Tortoise Bamboo and Rattan Writing Desk
Located in Roanoke, VA
Stunning vintage faux tortoise bamboo writing desk. Beautiful frame and detail. Features three drawers for storage.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Rick Owens French Black Plywood Table or Floor Lamp
By Rick Owens
Located in Chicago, IL
Rick Owens black plywood table or floor lamp made of black stained plywood with LED bulb.
His designs are reminiscent of archetypes. Through his choice...
Category
2010s French Modern Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Pair of Sterling Sculptures of Flying Swans in Landscape, Spain, Circa 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Sterling Sculptures of Flying Swans in Landscape, Spain, Circa 1960s
This exquisite pair of sterling silver sculptures showcases two flying swans in a serene landscape craf...
Category
20th Century Spanish Modern Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
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
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
Paul Ferrante Modern Designer Melrose End Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each. Two available.
Paul Ferrante Modern Designer Melrose End Table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
All'EDEN Black/Clear Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl – Elegant Artisan Piece
Located in Glendale, CA
Introducing the All'EDEN Handmade Crystal Decorative Bowl in a striking black and clear design. This exquisite bowl is crafted by skilled artisans, featuring a bold contrast between ...
Category
2010s Central American Modern Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Pair, Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce Polished Nickel, Brutalist Perforated Wall Light
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Tenfold 3T Wall Sconce in Polished Nickel by Luft Tanaka Studio
Brutalism meets glam. Wall light inspired by brutalist design and Op Art composed of interlocking mirror poli...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
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
Ira Solid Wood and Leather Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Ira Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case / leather wrapped or solid wood drawer faces / dovetailed solid wood drawer boxes / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides...
Category
2010s American Modern Furniture
Materials
Cut Steel
Giovanni Patrini Nautilus Shell Wine Cooler Champagne Ice Bucket, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your entertaining experience with this exquisite modernist pewter wine cooler, a true testament to Italian artistry. Designed by the renowned interior decorator Giovanni Patrini (1931–1993) and crafted in Italy by Atena circa 1970, this rare and sophisticated champagne bucket embodies bold elegance. Its striking nautilus shell form, supported by three sculpted conch shell legs...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Disc Cobalt Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass chandelier in the Sputnik shape with beautiful hand-blown glass discs. Made by artisans in Murano; Italy; each glass disc element has a wonderful cobalt blue hue and is ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Wenge buffet with floating glass top designed by Greg Sheres. In stock.
By Greg Sheres
Located in Hilton Head Island, SC
Modern Wenge buffet with floating glass top designed by Greg Sheres. In stock. Impressive statement pieces rarely come with as much function as the “Angles” Buffet does. This conte...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak, Wenge
Grande Modernist Italian Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Italian chandelier from the Veneto region with multiple ivory lacquered steel orbs connected with brass stems to the main body of the piece.
This chandelier has been newly wired to...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Platea Metalica – Coffee Table in Brushed Brass Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted with a solid wood core and finished in hand-applied brushed brass sheets, the Platea Metalica coffee table draws inspiration from natural plateaus and stepped landscapes....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
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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