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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
$18,968 / set
Original MAH JONG SOFA by ROCHE BOBOIS, 1971
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Modular sofa group, designed by Hans Hopfer. Roche Bobois, France, 1971. Beautiful large modular sofa with a mixture of components, hand-sewn rolled edge, quilted seat and back cu...
Wool, Velvet
Beautiful Baccarat Structured Tapered Clear Crystal Vase , France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this vase crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the vase produce a magic visual effe...
Crystal
Watercolor on Paper Depicting a Still Life by Evelyne Luez, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Watercolor on paper depicting a still life by Evelyne Luez, 20th century. 20th-century watercolor depicting a still life with a watermelon by Evelyne Luez, framed. H: 31 cm, W: 40 c...
Canvas
Handcrafted French Oak Art Nouveau Work Table, Circa 1920, Unique
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A unique handcrafted oak drapery or work table from France, early 20th century, its Art Nouveau styling would be ideal for any creative pursuit from artistic to culinary which makes ...
Oak
Baccarat Louipe Table Lamp Clear Crystal Glass Blue Overlay, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful Baccarat table lamp featuring a blue overlay cut to clear crystal glass body. The intricate hand-cut patterns, such as star and crosshatch cuts, are visible where the blu...
Crystal
French Vintage Dining Table, Hand-Carved Marble, Modern Design, 1970
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous vintage French dining table of circa 1970, carved from a unique block of Moroccan marble populated by the fossilized remains of a variety of marine life. Dagger-shaped bel...
Stone
Huge Clarence House Silk Stripe Drapery Panel - 1 of 10
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Clarence House Silk Stripe Drapery Panel - 1 of 10 panels available.
Silk
Pair of Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt Lounge or Slipper Chairs, 2000s
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Hamburg, PA
Pair of Christian Liaigre lounge or slipper chairs for Holly Hunt. Tailored square form with a slightly flared back, curved arms, loose seat cushions, and a full skirt. Dark tapered ...
Upholstery
Christian Dior Home Lucite and Wicker Cocktail Coasters Set - 6 pieces, 1970s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A chic and sculptural barware coaster set created for the Christian Dior Interior Collection circa 1970. The set comprises six pieces, each crafted in crystal‑clear Lucite (or acryli...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Resin, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
French Vintage Set of Four Oak and Rush Seat Triangular Stools
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French vintage midcentury (circa 1950s) set of four, oak triangular stools with rush seats in the manner of Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Faucheux. Their approachable, intuitive form...
Rush, Oak
20th century tapestry - "The Chariot of Bacchus" by SALVADOR DALI - No. 1657
Located in Paris, FR
This magnificent tapestry has undergone a thorough cleaning, hand-lined with 100% linen fabric, and meticulous inspection by our experts in our workshop. It is now ready to adorn you...
Wool
French Vintage Pewter Table Lamp Base with Custom Linen Shade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Polished in taste and patina, this vintage French pewter candlestick was converted to a small table lamp to illuminate a side table, or as a single bedside lamp. The dark gray metal ...
Metal, Pewter
$10,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
Roche Bobois 'Profile' Blue Velvet Sectional Sofa by Tapinassi & Manzoni, Signed
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and highly sculptural "Profile" modular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois, designed by acclaimed Italian designers Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni. Comprised of a larg...
Metal
Christian Dior Collection Lucite and Rattan Cocktail Coasters Set - 9 pieces
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning barware coaster set was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection. The pieces were crafted in France circa 1970. The bar accessories feature a square shape wi...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Resin, Lucite
$1,100 / item
French Hand Decorated Fish Plates
By Faience Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Unique set of 11 hand decorated porcelain ceramic dinner plates featuring various fish using exuberant brushstrokes. Each plate signed on back with the name of fish depicted.
Ceramic
Vintage Woven Picnic Basket Upholstered in Louis Vuitton Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind custom picnic basket. This basket features an authentic classic Louis Vuitton fabric liner inside the basket as well as a sturdy g...
Fabric, Wicker
Structured Exquisite Clear Crystal Bowl by Lalique, France
By Lalique
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece with beautiful engravings by Lalique, this decorative bowl crystallizes the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the bowl pr...
Crystal
Hugues Chevalier "Dominique" Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Contemporary leather sectional sofa hand-made in France by high-end customer furniture maker, Hugues Chevalier. This is the "Dominique" model. First designed in 1983, this design e...
Leather, Wood
Large Striking Red Lacquer Oval Dining Table by François Champsaur, France 1990s
By Francois Champsaur
Located in Bochum, NRW
A commanding presence in any space, this rare 8-foot oval dining table*by esteemed French designer François Champsaur is a triumph of expressive form and elevated simplicity. Crafted...
Wood
1970s Space Age MOD Vanity Stool, Gold-Plated Brass, Black Upholstery
By Louis Sognot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vanity stool from the 1970s showcases the bold sculptural aesthetic of Space Age MOD design. The frame features thick bent tubular brass in a continuous loop construction, creating a...
Brass
Modernist Architectural Wood Ornament Sculpture Abstract Tuning Fork, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning tropical wood abstract sculpture is architecturally impressive, with its stylized tuning fork design. The piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1950. The elong...
Wood
Roche Bobois Mah Jong Modular Sofa by Hans Hopfer in Kenzo Takada Fabric, 9 pcs
By Kenzo Takada, Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Buccinasco, MI
Modular Mah Jong sofa by Roche Bobois, originally designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971. This configuration features the iconic Kenzo Takada upholstery collection and is a remarkable desi...
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Plastic, Foam
Pair of Low Sandy Brown Velvet Stools, Contemporary Style Inspired by the 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of low sandy brown velvet stools. These stools feature a geometric form with a padded seat and thick cylindrical legs inspired by 1970s design. The 100% wool velvet upholstery p...
Wool, Velvet
Large Gien Rambouillet Wild Boar Hand-Painted Ceramic Serving Platter
By Gien
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A striking large hand-painted ceramic serving platter from Faïencerie de Gien, France, featuring the iconic Rambouillet hunting series. This impressive piece showcases a beautifully ...
Ceramic, Pottery
1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 3 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Crystal
$5,690 / set
Pair of Plaster Lamps with Raffia Shades
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Pair of plaster lamps and custom-made raffia shades Name of model: "Palma" This production is inspired by the plaster lamp created by Giacometti for Jean-Michel Frank in the 30's. ...
Raffia, Plaster
Giant, Exceptional Size, Dune Perfume Bottle by Christian Dior, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Giant, exceptional size, large-scale Dune perfume bottle by Christian Dior, 20th century. Giant, oversized Dune perfume bottle by Christian Dior, promotional bottle, very large mode...
Glass
Vintage 16 Yards Brunschwig and Fils Colorful Fabric MARLY
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Founded in France in 1889, Brunschwig and Fils is the premier source for elevating interiors with a certain je ne sais quoi. This bolt of 16 yards is vintage and features a floral pa...
Cotton
PABLO PICASSO (1881–1973), Rare three medallions, 1949.
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
PABLO PICASSO (1881–1973), Three round medallions joined as a necklace by a cord, red terracotta, one with white highlights, Impressed stamps "Madoura Empreinte originale de Picasso"...
Ceramic
$49,679Sale Price|20% Off
'Pichet Espagnol' from the Madoura Pottery 'AR 245' by Pablo Picasso '1954'
Located in London, GB
'Pichet Espagnol' ceramic piece from the Madoura Pottery (A.R. 245) by Pablo Picasso (1954). A fired, unglazed ceramic pitcher in the form of a stylise...
Ceramic
Vintage French Copper & Brass Champagne Bucket Stamped “Made in France”, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage French Copper & Brass Champagne Bucket Stamped “Made in France” 10 in. W (handle to handle) x 8 in. diameter x 8 in. H A classic mid-20th-century French hotel champagne ...
Tin, Copper, Brass
Blue Important Abstract Ceramic Sculpture by F Michel Garden Decorative Design
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Francine Michel Large and elegant blue ceramic sculpture by Belgian artist Realised in France in La Borne, circa 2010 Ceramic sculpture for indoors and outdoors Sculpture...
Ceramic
French Midcentury Granite Bust on Wood Base, Signed
Located in Houston, TX
French Midcentury hand-sculpted granite bust on wood base, circa 1965. Signed by the artist G. Gregoire.
Granite
1950s Jean Prouve SCAL Daybed, Model n450, France
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present an original Jean Prouve SCAL daybed. The SCAL name is a reference to The Société Centrale des Alligateurs Légers, which was founded in 1939 in the context o...
Steel
Beautiful antique French Art Deco Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice 1920-1930 French hand made velvet carpet with beautiful modern and Art Deco (Nouveau) design and Beautiful colours , wool velvet on cotton foundation ✨✨✨ "Experience the ...
Wool, Cotton
Set of Six French Midcentury Dining Chairs with Chrome Frames, 1970s
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French midcentury (circa 1970) set of six dining chairs using cantilevered seats on chrome frames, in the manner of designers Willy Rizzo and Giovanni Offredi. The original upholster...
Metal, Chrome
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Maxime Tendero Wall-Mounted Abstract Carved Wood Art Panel Sculpture, circa 1973
Located in Atlanta, GA
Transform your space with this exquisite, handcrafted abstract wood art panel—a true testament to modernist design. Created by renowned French artist Maxime Tendero (1927-1998) in 19...
Jute, Wood
$8,000 / set
Christian Liaigre "Latin" Slipper Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Christian Liaigre Latin Slipper Chairs for reupholstery. Frame is in very good overall condition. New retail price is $9200 USD per chair. Dimensions 33.5ʺW × 34.5ʺD × 32...
Fabric
$13,400 / set
Frusquin Side Table by Liaigre
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Frusquin Side Table Side table in standard Lacquer finishes. DIMENSIONS: 11 DM x 17 H in FINISHES: Lacquer (Purple) Premium Finish Category: Side Tables & Nightstands Designer: C...
Cedar, Lacquer
French Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Brown Leather & Velvet Chair
Located in Southampton, NJ
Christian Liaigre "Caraïbes" bergere Armchair, a mix of classic and majestic. Solid Oak construction with mixed textures upholstered in saddle stitched leather and velvet lined inter...
Leather, Velvet, Oak
$2,808Sale Price|41% Off
Serge Roche Attributed Cast Painted Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier, 1950s
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge Roche Attributed Cast Lacquered Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier Of the period, France, circa 1950s, attributed to Serge Roche (1898-1988) Sold indivi...
Metal
Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset Modern Convertible Daybed Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern convertible daybed sofa By Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset France, Early 21st Century Measures: 81"W x 43"D x 37"H. Seat height: 16". Very good original vintage c...
Steel
Long 'Méandre' Verdigris and Glass Console by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long 'Méandre' verdigris and glass console by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Iron
A 31 pieces Baccarat, « Piccadilly » Roemer Glass Set, France, circa 1980
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare set of 31 Rhine wine glasses, known as “Roemer,” made of clear cut crystal and lined in various colors (amethyst, anise green, cobalt blue, ruby red, emerald green, orange) from...
Crystal
Collection of 17 Vintage Hermès Paris Orange Presentation Boxes and Bags
By Hermès
Located in Morristown, NJ
A striking collection of authentic Hermès Paris presentation packaging in the celebrated French house’s unmistakable signature orange. The 17-piece assortment comprises 13 boxes in a...
Paper, Ribbon
$20,450
André Arbus - Gaming Table
By André Arbus
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Slightly decorated, yet simple Art Deco gaming table, designed by André Léon Arbus for a private residence in Toulouse. Made from mahogany and mahogany veneer, this game table has a...
Felt, Mahogany
Ceramic plates by Jean Lurçat, Sant-Viçens, France, 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
General characteristics: Type of object: Decorative dish or presentation plate. Artist: Jean Lurçat (1892-1966), French artist known for his tapestries, ceramics and posters. Manufa...
Ceramic
Vintage French Brass and Glass Side Tables, Maison Jansen Style
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A pair of vintage, midcentury French brass and glass end/side tables in the style of legendary firm Maison Jansen that update Neoclassical elements for the modern interior. Referenci...
Brass
Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pablo Picasso, Visage noir (Black Face Pitcher), Madoura, 1953 Ramié 191 Edition of 300 Vallauris, France Earthenware pitcher painted in black on white glaze Dimensions: 5.5 in. H ×...
Pottery
Aubusson Tapestry by Jean Lurcat - hand woven and signed - titled " AQUARIUS"
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Greenwich, CT
Jean LURÇAT (1892-1966) ‘Le Verseau or Aquarius’ from the series 'Les signes du Zodiaque' Hand woven wool Tapestry in Aubusson at Ateliers Picaud, 1960’s dimensions: 28 x38 inches ...
Wool
Watch Box From Cartier With Its Cardboard Packaging, 1990.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Watch box from Cartier with its cardboard packaging, 1990. 20th-century watch box from Cartier with its original cardboard packaging. H: 15.5 cm, W: 16 cm, D: 14.5 cm Please contac...
Leather, Fabric, Synthetic
Nathalie Decoster Wall Sculpture
By Nathalie Decoster
Located in Highland, IN
This compelling work by French artist Nathalie Decoster (b. 1965) is emblematic of her work– an androgynous figure striding within a circle. This iteration is designed to be hung o...
Steel
French Modern Cast Stone Textured Stone & Pebble Birdbath/ Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Cast Stone Textured Stone & Pebble Birdbath/ Planter France, Circa 1950s This French modern cast stone birdbath or planter, made in France in the 1950s, is a substan...
Stone, Cast Stone
Rare glazed ceramic mirror " Pétales" Mithé Espelt, circa 1990.
By Mithé Espelt
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Rare ceramic mirror model: " Pétales", embossed ceramic, decorated with stretched gold in different finishes: matt or glossy, smooth or crackled. Mithé Espelt ( 1923-2020) ref: "M...
Earthenware
Original LC4 Lounge Chair by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original LC4 Lounge Chair by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina. Tubular chrome frame, black base, adjustable reclining positions, and ergonomic form. Stamped with the C...
Chrome, Steel
Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock
By Cartier
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very stylish vintage Cartier ladies or gentleman’s folding gold-plated quadrant travelling alarm clock by famous jeweler and luxury goods maker Cartier, Paris, second quarter of th...
Silver, Bronze, Steel
Louis Vuitton Cigar Case Humidor Box Coffret de Voyage
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Branded with the Iconic LV monogram From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this rare example Louis Vuitton Cigar C...
Wood, Ebony, Macassar, Pearwood
Mixed Media Painting of Lady's Face, Modern Style, 21st Century
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A recently made painting of a lady by an unknown Dutch artist. The mixed media collection of materials on canvas depicts a lady's face and is framed...
Wood, Paint
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Champagne Flutes by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" champagne flutes by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
Crystal