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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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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Number in Set: Set of 10
Style: Modern
Alton Leather and Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Alton Highboy by Crump and Kwash Features a solid wood case / oiled or acrylic finish / leather wrapped drawer fronts / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides / solid m...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Charcoal Blocks, Sculptural, Geometric, Shou Sugi Ban Coffee or Side Tables
Located in Oakland, CA
The Charcoal Blocks are a grouping of five upright and angled tables. Each of the individual pieces sits with a tilted stance and together they can be ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Fir, Reclaimed Wood

Aero Record Stand for Sonos with Vinyl Record Storage in Solid Natural Walnut
Located in Nyack, NY
The Aero 25" record stand provides a place for your turntable, a Sonos speaker, and up to 120 of your favorite albums. This cabinet is compatible with Sonos one, play 1, play 3, and ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Maple, Wood, Hardwood

Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Polished Tarnished Brass
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lloyd Barrel Back Lounge and Accent Chair by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Lloyd lounge chair by Crump and Kwash Solid wood frame / hand rubbed oil finish / solid steel or brass rungs / leather wrapped back support / leather seat top / premium foam cushi...
Category

2010s North American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Dolcevita Humidor
Located in Milan, IT
This iconic humidor is part of Maccarone's Yacht collection and can hold up to 150 cigars. Metal accessories in chromed brass and high gloss mahogany and mapl...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Polyester, Wood

Lucien Dining Chair, Ivory Bouclé & Wood by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood & bouclé dining chair designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric: Ivory Bouclé (available in custom fabric) Base: Red Oak Wood (available in custom finish) Dimensions...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Solid Oak Dovetail Record Crate
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favourite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Navagero Murano Glass Mirror
Located in Milan, IT
Bold yet feminine, this exceptional mirror handcrafted by Venetian master glassmakers will be a splendid focal point in classic or eclectic decors. The indented frame in golden crystal accented with matching leaves and flowers follows the sinuous profile of the outer section in pink-toned mirrored glass, which is adorned with handmade floral etchings that complete the piece. Handcrafted according to 14th...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Custom Made Sculptural Artistic Side Table In Bronze Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Surround your space with the modern elegance of this coffee table featuring a bronze finish that adds a touch of luxurious refinement. The unique design of this side table transcends...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

EPIC Metal Desk by Soraya Osorio
Located in Vero Beach, FL
EPIC metal desks semi-circle embodies power and confidence. The finishes consist of a Handcrafted textured aged brass front center leg and three drawer fronts and a black bronze steel top and outer legs. Customization available upon request. Featured in Elle Decor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Dokutsu Raku Fired Pottery Vase, Obvara, Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Dokutsu ( 洞窟 ) ~ (n) cavern The Dokutsu Vase displays a modern style with its hollowed center. It would go very well with our Umi Vase or perfectly fine on its own as well. Our Dok...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

Contemporary Tentacle Octopus Hand-Blown Glass Wine Decanter Bar Sea Creatures
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Contemporary Tentacle Hand-Blown Glass Wine Decanter by Simone Crestani Introducing the Tentacle Decanter, a masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship by the renowned glass artist S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Sparkle Pink Pouf with Copper Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
As suggested by its name, this pouf from the Sparkle Collection will infuse glamour into a modern living room, bedroom, or private study. Inspired by the fashion of the Roaring '20s,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Upholstered 55-inch Cherry Wood Bench by Gregory Beson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elemental wood-frame bench with a soft top is shown upholstered in one-of-a-kind vintage linen, but it is available made to order in COM / COL. It can also be custom ordered in ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Dovetail 2 x 2 Vinyl Storage Cabinet Solid Natural Walnut 4 Drawers
Located in Nyack, NY
Our dovetail vinyl storage cabinets utilize a “file drawer” approach to store LPs and allow you to easily flip through an entire record collection while enjoying a visual display of record cover art across the front of the cabinet. The design incorporates many of the same details found in our dovetail record crates...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Side or Dining Chair by Gregory Beson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lucie is a solid wood chair designed to be used at a dining table or as a side chair in any room. The backrest will clear a 30" tall table, providing a visual nesting effect. The...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Outdoor 118" Cedar Dining Table With Seven Stools & Two Benches in Cedar Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This outdoor collection, entirely crafted in Italy, features a dining table and stools made from solid cedar wood, all designed for outdoor use. This outdoor table is crafted from b...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Strawberry Pink Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. Our Semi Sphere is a very cool and f...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Archive Pendant Light by Souda, Frosted Glass, Made to Order
By Runa Klock, Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Archive pendant light is a remix of New Wave visuals and Art Deco motifs. Inspired by NYC’s iconic architecture, the blown-glass lamp is decidedly modern while nodding to a rich ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modern Dining Chair Gropius CS2 Fluffy with Wooden Legs in Azur Faux Fur by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of craft...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fur, Ash, Faux Fur, Wool, Fabric

Raffaella Bio Red and Orange 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra-comfortable. The deep seats and soft fabric make sinking in true pleasure. Rafael's angular profile gives this revival style a mo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Lana Dining Chair, Ivory Bouclé & Wood Chair by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood & bouclé dining chair designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric for seat/back cushion: Ivory Bouclé Base: Red oak Measures: Front ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Globe Sconce by Research.Lighting, Polished Copper, 5in Glass, Made to Order
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1x Globe Sconce in polished copper designed and manufactured by Research.Lighting. Materials: Brass, Steel & Glass Finish: Polished Copper Electronics: 1x G9 So...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

52" Unison Vinyl Record Storage Stand in Natural Walnut
Located in Nyack, NY
An all-in-one solution, Unison combines both audio gear and record storage into a beautifully designed single piece of solid wood furniture. When flanked with floor standing speakers...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Sparkle Light Blue Pouf with Light Blue and Silver Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant pouf showcases a cascading fringe of light blue and silver lurex threads enclosing the beechwood frame topped with a shimmering light blue velvet padded seat. Designed b...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Ceramic Carousel Table Lamp by Episode Studio
By Episode Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crafted through a combination of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, these lamps are inspired by the balance of contrasting worlds of art and design, functional and nonfunct...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Fish Design Gaetano Pesce Medusa L Vase Soft Resin White
Located in barasso, IT
Medusa vase - Matt White Vase in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Measures: L - Ø 22cm x H 36cm Other sizes available Colours: Matt white....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

“Tiffany” Wall Lamp Bow Tie 25, Champagne Silk, Antiqued Brass, Silvered Glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Amarante Mirror
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Amarante Mirror Designed in 2024 by Project 213A The Amarante Mirror is trapez shaped and framed in solid wood. Crafted by Skilled artisans in Northe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Contemporary Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables, Onyx Miel, Brass, Marble Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Set/2 Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Colle...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Brass

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 60"x80"
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. Measures: 60" x 80" / 152cm x 203cm The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid Pix, a bitmap drawing software created by Craig Hickman in the 80s & 90s. Throughout the 90s, Kid Pix became a computer lab sensation in primary schools around the globe. Luft too, vividly remembers his first experiences with the the software in his kindergarten classroom, and enjoys creating with the software to this day. Graphic art generated with the vintage software are edited, converted and digitally woven to make a soft and cozy blanket...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Emma Table Lamp in Ceramic by Danny Kaplan Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Emma table lamp is constructed by stacking slab-built ceramic bricks. Each brick is individually formed, carefully arranged, and then attached to create a cohesive piece. The arc...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Formation Linear Pendant LED Aluminum Marble Fixture, Matte Black
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
Formation linear pendant is a sleek, luxurious aluminium and marble fixture ideally suited to hang above Kitchen islands, dining tables, works...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Hanging Pendent Lantern Sculpture Contemporary Hand-Blown Glass Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - LARGE (WHITE) J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The col...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Modern Bend Nightstand Bedside Table Onyx Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Bend Nightstand, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Made of white dove lacquered wood and with a top in white onyx, the Bend nightstand is designed to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Statuary Marble, Brass

Sparkle Pink Pouf with Gold Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted with a solid beechwood frame, this original pouf by Milanese designer Lorenza Bozzoli pouf showcases a powder pink velvet padded seat and a magnificent fringe of gold lurex. Part of the Sparkle Collection that pays homage to the roaring years of Charleston, this pouf will bring a glamorous touch to a bedroom vanity...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Shinsen & Tsuri Raku Pottery Vase - Smoked Raku - Handmade Ceramic Home Decor
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
You get : 1 Unit of Shinsen Vase ( 5.1" x 4.3" x 4.3" ) 1 Unit of Tsuri Vase ( 5.9" x 3.15" x 3.15" ) Our Shinsen Vase is circular, wide-lipped, and curved in all the right places,...
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Furniture

Materials

Copper

The Nº2 Armchair. Produced in Solid Jequitibá Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
Armchair No. 2 pays tribute to the Brazilian modern furniture of the 1950s and 1960s. Its sturdy and comfortable structure uniquely blends relaxation with sophistication. Crafted met...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Foam

MOAI Pendant M
Located in Renton, WA
When illuminated the MOAI Pendant M provides an atmospheric, ambient glow as light moves through the sphere and bounces off the clear glass shade creating a unique egg-shaped reflect...
Category

2010s Taiwanese Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

Cocktail Table Modern Hand-Shaped Round Handmade Blackened and Waxed Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
Table no. 3 - large J.M. Szymanski D. 2017 Playfully imagined, this sculpted bottom-frame supports a smooth top-surface that is ideal for drinks and small items--some might say ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Teak Dining Chair with White Bouclé Upholstery and Open-Back Design – Olga Line
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga dining room chair in teak wood with white bouclé fabric. Introducing the Olga dining room chair, designed by Aciole Félix for Uultis, this stunning chair embodies modern design and sustainable craftsmanship. Crafted from solid teak wood and upholstered in soft, luxurious white bouclé fabric, the Olga chair is perfect for adding a contemporary touch to any dining room or stylish office. The chair’s clean lines and unique, curvaceous silhouette create an elegant and welcoming aesthetic, ideal for bold and innovative interior projects. With an open-back design, the Olga chair showcases a perfect balance between comfort and style, making it both a functional and artistic addition to your home. The solid teak wood frame features a matte, velvety teak touch finish, providing a natural wood feel that brings warmth and organic beauty to the piece. Each chair is unique, thanks to the natural variations in the wood, enhancing its charm and individuality. Uultis is committed to sustainability, ensuring that this piece is made with environmentally friendly materials and responsible manufacturing practices. Whether paired with a minimalist dining table for a sleek modern look or mixed with more eclectic elements, the Olga dining chair...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak, Upholstery

Conchiglia Sconce
Located in Milan, IT
Named with the Italian word for "shell," this sconce boasts an organic silhouette crafted using stainless steel shaped by hand. The exquisite quality of the sinuous lines of this pie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vayu Ceramic Planter with Sculptural Wooden Pedestal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vayu Coal with Sculptural Pedestal. Solid ash plant stand handmade in Brooklyn by Joel Seigle, paired with our Coal Vayu Planter. Materials: Vessel eart...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware, Oak

Venezia Rialto Writing Desk
Located in Milan, IT
Effortlessly enriching any modern interior - from a conference room, office, home study - this sculptural piece will create a timeless and elegant focal point. Entirely crafted of wo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Modern, Volume High Side Table, Metal Base & Carrara Marble Top
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Volume is a collection of dining and side tables designed by DAY Studio in their unique simple and playful language. The powder coated metal base is completed with a table top select...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Sheet Metal

Vistosi Novecento SP G Suspension Light by Romani Saccani Architetti Associati
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The idea behind the collection Novecento is to reduce the traditional Murano chandelier to its most recognizable element, its profile. This shape is then reconstructed in a 360º glas...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Vistosi Large Jube Table Lamp by Favaretto&Partners
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Essential, sinuous and delicate, Jube was born from the union of two blown glasses that, once assembled together, create an overlapping, ton sur ton effect with a retro charm. Thanks...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Multi Layers Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
This Murano glass wall sconce features a large, curved sheet that hides four light sources, layered with an additional four pieces that enhance its depth while softening the illumina...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Reflector Linear LED Anodized Aluminum Pendant Light, Black / White Shade
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
The Reflector linear pendant is a luxury LED linear pendant, ideal for indoor lighting in dining and living rooms, study rooms, hallways, and other do...
Category

2010s Oceanic Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Murano Swirl Round White Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The invisible ridges traced by whirlwinds are actualized in this stunning round rug, a one-off piece deftly tufted by hand combining wool and cotton. Its characteristic raised textur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Vistosi Jube Pendant Light in Smoky Transparent Glass And Matt Gold Finish
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
The elegant and delicate look of the blown glass finds a new dimension in Jube. Two glass units placed side by side, so perfectly assembled, that they look like a unique piece. A sin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Formation Linear Pendant LED Aluminum Marble Fixture, Brushed Gold
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
Formation linear pendant is a sleek, luxurious aluminum and marble fixture ideally suited to hang above Kitchen islands, dining tables, works ...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Outdoor Coffee Table Carved From A Single Block Of Scented Cedar, Vulcano Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This coffee table celebrates the natural beauty and history of wood. Crafted from a single section of a scented cedar tree trunk, it showcases the tree's life story through its promi...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Big Lamp Chandelier 12 Lights Bespoke Brass Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
Big lamp chandelier, an elegant 12 lighting fixture, brass structure and arms with black and white enamelled articulating metal shades, made with high artisan...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Rock 4 Red Chair by Marc Sadler
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
An exquisite armchair of sculptural allure, this piece is a tribute to Minimalist, essential lines. Its bold structure supported by four sturdy legs is defined by a large seat adorned with upholstery...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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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