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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Jack & Jill Pendant Large 'Brass and Crystal Glass Orb with G12 LED'
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the repeated patterns and sculptural form of 1930s jewelry design. The pendant incorporates hand bent brass arms that hold pearl white crys...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

21st Pet Bed Large in Walnut Wood & Calf Leather
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Pamper your furry friends with our new Pet bed. A wooden structure masterfully handcrafted covered in leather with precious canaletto walnut wood base and so...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood, Foam, Walnut

De Sede DS-600 Non Stop Modular Blue Velvet Sofa 38 Elements
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke De Sede DS 600 Non-Stop snake sofa featuring a dramatic indigo blue velvet upholstery. The custom ordered sofa is from a Samantha Todhunter Design installation in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

21st Century Asian Clay Beige Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

“Angel”- Bronze by Frederick Hart 1992 #76/350
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
“Angel"—Bronze by Frederick Hart, 1992, #76/350 "Angel" by Frederick Hart, created in 1992, is one of the most sought-after sculptures by this renowned American artist. This limited...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Ekornes Leather Sofa Stressless Reclining High-Back Scandinavian Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration Norwegian Tan Leather Stressless Reclining Sofa. Superior comfort. Teak Colored Wood Frame not teak wood. Model Windsor High Ba...
Category

Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Simorgh III Dining Chair in Walnut with Dedar Upholstery by VandaVee
Located in London, GB
Simorgh III is a meditation in contrast where tradition hums beneath the surface of restraint and elegance emerges through economy. This edition of the legendary Simorgh chair retai...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of George Smith Jules Lounge Chairs in Leopard Velvet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime pair of leopard velvet upholstered lounge chairs or club chairs constructed by George Smith artisans for a Samantha Todhunter installation in a historic 1916 Julia Morgan man...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Patinated Iron and Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A contemporary iron metal base and glass top cocktail / coffee table. Measures 38" in width, 38" in depth and stands 16.5" tall.
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large Architectural Pottery Stoneware Vase David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California design. Rare. Limited. Survivor. This form was usually made from a mold into lamps with a textured pattern, drilled hole for plug, wood base and hardware. This one has n...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Ghidini 1961 Katana Lounge Chair in Leather and Burnished Brass, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
In the Katana sofa, Paolo Rizzatto, being the refined and expert designer he is, puts great care in the proportions of the structural elements of the produ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Drip Stump Table
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy our stumps? KILN DRIED Our stumps all go through a drying process in our kiln, sometimes for up to a month. We are meticulous with bringing each and every log to a specific moisture level. This process helps with major cracking, long-term moisture issues, and bugs. ECO FRIENDLY In an effort to replenish the trees we use, we plant 50+ trees a year. In addition, we practice salvage logging. Where do we source these? Some of the trees fall naturally. Some have damage from severe wind, lightning, flood, disease, or other natural disturbance so they need to be cut and removed before they fall. Others are fresh cut because people want them off their land. Salvage logging may reduce erosion, reduce intensity of future wildfires, and slow buildup of pest insects. FAMILY OWNED These are made from our family to yours. Quality is of utmost importance, and we hand cut, de-bark, sand, and finish every piece with care. COMMERCIAL GRADE These stumps are meant to be loved and USED. Each is finished with a durable commercial-grade finish. This finish is tough enough for spills, kids, and holds up in hotel and hospitality settings. This DRIP stump table...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Drip Stump Table
Drip Stump Table
$1,050 / item
Christian Liaigre "Gauguin" Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exceptional high end designer coffee table with a metal frame and a segmented top in white oak with a wire-brushed finish. The wood is a uniform color of white oak while the wire br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Tri-Fold Opaque Lacquer Folding Screen / Room Divider
Located in Newburgh, NY
Sculptural, handcrafted, self-supporting screen for use as a stand-alone or combined to create a larger privacy wall. The tri-fold design can be oriented with the form tapering eithe...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Small 'Fly 1' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Fly 1' Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere, who meticulously pays homage to the work of Pierre Chareau with scrupulous attention to detail and materials. Executed in the highest quality solid European alabaster blocks...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Cicely
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Cicely These White Oak Counter Stools - The Cicely are beautifully constructed from solid white oak ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Ceiling Suspended Irregular shaped Oversized Mirror w Brushed Brass Full Frame
Located in London, GB
Exquisite modern ceiling hanging suspended mirror with a handcrafted solid brushed brass full frame with square angles. Designed and handcrafted in London, UK. Our unique ceiling sus...
Category

2010s British Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

AMAZONITE Cappuccino and Brick Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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

Custom Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Introducing our limited edition Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet, a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship. Handcrafted in Italy, this exquisite cabinet combines the warmth of solid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Custom Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet Available
Custom Dry Bar Murano Glass Cabinet Available
$5,215 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Extra Large Bowl in Selenite
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal

Sculpture, Hellenistic Female Bust.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, Hellenistic female bust. A magnificent reproduction of a fragment of a female bust, delicately evoking the ideal of classical beauty. The unfi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Elegant Marine Head Ceramic Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman in a modern way. The woman is gently painted with acrylic color. Our designer creates these pieces complet...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Tiffany Large & Heavy American Modern Sterling Silver Box
Located in New York, NY
Large and heavy sterling silver desk box. Made by Tiffany in New York. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover flat and hinged with molded rim. Box interior cedar lined and partitione...
Category

1940s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Custom Dining Chair in Emerald Green Velvet and Black Oak Frame
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A refined dining chair with a gently curved backrest and an elegant silhouette, upholstered in deep emerald green velvet. The outer back contrasts in a textured woven fabric, adding ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Green Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A tiny pop of color for a cozy lounge area, the Green Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf offers casual seating or a place to rest a tray. Entertain in st...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Mustard Yellow Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious mustard yellow velvet fabric. Supported by walnut base. Standard dimensions: 293 cm x 157 cm x 84 cm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Route Brown Bar Cart
Located in Milan, IT
Impress guests with this charming and functional bar cart that perfectly displays your favorite drinks and glassware during formal dinners and parties. Supported by a slender metal frame with a bronze painted finish, the two oval shelves...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Forest Bar in Brass
Located in Kolkata, IN
The Forest Bar is created in exquisite brass repousse with faux leather patterns in rich ivory resin on the inside. Brass trims complete the look. Transform your home with this elega...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Forest Bar in Brass
Forest Bar in Brass
$110,226 / item
Custom Modern Dining Table with Leaves by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom made, sleek modern walnut table with solid bases and trestle. Two 12 inch leaves that rest on wooden extensions. No apron, very clean, crisp lines. This particular table measu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Walnut

C. R. Mackintosh for Cassina Hill House Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Cassina "Hill House " Chair, designed 1902-1904, ebonized ash wood, black upholstered seat. 55.5" H x 16" W x 13.75" D; seat: 17.5" H. Provenance: From ...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Ash

CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Pe...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Leather

Red Fox & Suede Bed runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A natural Red Fox fur and Suede bed runner. The meticulously studied patchwork-style design make this piece is unique, resulting in a decor piece perfect to add colour and character ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Modern "Normative-Chair" with Upholstery
Located in Florence, IT
The "Normative-chair" was created as a part of the "Normative" collection, which was shown in Milan Design Week 2019. This surreal “Normative” collection makes advances to the Soviet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Modern "Normative-Chair" with Upholstery
Modern "Normative-Chair" with Upholstery
$3,200 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Hand-Tailored Curved Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern inspired sectional sofa featuring curved design with luxurious light grey velvet fabric. Supported by walnut stained wood base. The velvet suggested on this sofa i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Commode by Claire Bataille and Paul ibens, 1966
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This beautiful cabinet was designed by Claire Bataille and Paul ibens in 1966, for private use. In 1968 it came in production by ‘t Spectrum and it was only produced until 1974. This...
Category

1960s Belgian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

1970s Danish Coffee Table in Aluminium Teak and Decoratet Ceramic Tiles
Located in Knebel, DK
1970s Danish coffee table in aluminium teak and decoratet ceramic tiles Spaceious lively 1970s coffee table with aluminium frame and lively blue colored tiles in a variety from brig...
Category

1970s Danish Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arizona Coffee Table, Travertine Stone, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
In the remote location of Coyote Buttes lies one of Arizona’s treasures. The absolutely surreal undulating patterns of ‘The Wave’ inspired the creation of the Arizona coffee table. F...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Brass, Metal

Pair of Italian Table Lamps in Brass, Murano Glass Base And Shades
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of Italian brass and Murano glass table lamps. The base is made of thick black glass with small brass legs. Decorated with polished brass round detail and white color glass sha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ghidini 1961 Frame 3-Seat Sofa with Arms in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stefano Giovannoni designs Frame for GHIDINI1961, a new collection composed of sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Everything starts from a simple e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

10 Stackable Outdoor Dining Chairs, Wood / Rope
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Acacia wood frame, charcoal wash. Synthetic rope off white color. Rope thickness: 4.5 mm Contract grade chair. Avoid chemicals when cleaning stained wood. Contact us to enquire abou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Furniture

Materials

Rope, Wood

Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi Italian Walnut Floating Dining Table, circa 1970's
Located in New York, NY
An Italian walnut floating dining table designed by Mario Marenco, for Mobil Girgi, 1970's. The canted legs are connected to a horizontal stretcher, which support the top, creating t...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Lichen Green Velvet Castle Chair, House of Hackney, UK
Located in San Francisco, CA
This House of Hackney lounge chair combines relaxed elegance with bold design. Upholstered in velvety, earthy green fabric, it features a low, wide seat and a softly curved, padded b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Bagutta writing desk by Annig Sarian for Arflex - Italy - 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Small desk with three drawers, wooden frame and chromed and curved tubular metal supports. The desk has a slight defect on one side, as shown in the photo. Manufactured by Arlex, It...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

DUO Wall Sconce in Bronze and Blown Opal Glass by Blueprint Lighting, 2020
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the DUO wall light designed by Blueprint Lighting, 2020. A handsome study in clean lines and simple form inspired by the tenets of the Bauhaus. DUO is truly a go-anywhere...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Bang & Olufsen BeoCom 1401 Telephone
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This BeoCom 1401 telephone is a time capsule gem, and still has the original, unused, paper address booklet inside. Introduced in 1998 as the successor of the 1400, the model that fo...
Category

1990s Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Rindo Bedside Table Lamp
Located in Milan, IT
From a small collection of lighting styles, the Rindo bedside table lamp is characterized by its quirky chic style. Featuring walnut veneer with a d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Customizable Lacquered Sideboard In A Marble Top & Dark Bronze Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Sideboard with 4 doors, inside shelf and metal base. Cabinet is lacquered with top veneer walnut, metal base in epoxy powder. Custom sizes and finishes upon request. Top is also of...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal

Contemporary Nicole Occasional Table in Ebonised Walnut and Bronzed Brass
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Turned by hand and using both solid and veneered timber, the Nicole Occasional Table has a simple but graphically striking silhouette punctuated by the metal collar. The Nicole Occas...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 42"x56"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO - Modern Designer Pouf
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO – Iconic Design and Unmatched Comfort The Ottoman Loop is more than just seating—it's a statement piece that transforms any space. Crafted in th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Dining Chair Featuring Rattan Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A Mid-Century Modern style dining chair in ebony finished frame. Ebony finished wood frame. Backrest in natural woven cane. Seat in chocolate brown leather. Dimensions: W 47 cm x D ...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Wood

LOS ANGELES Contemporary Olive Velvet Sofa by Alexandre Ligios
Located in New York, NY
LOS ANGELES Sofa by Alexandre Ligios, Represented by Tuleste Factory W 98.4" x D 47.3" x H 39.4" Wooden structure, velvet or curly wool Refined st...
Category

2010s Moroccan Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Velvet, Wood

Mogens Koch Mahogany Folding Table for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant folding tray sofa table in a practical and timeless design, crafted from mahogany. The table can be easily folded and stowed away, making it ideal for flexible use in any...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Polychromatic Stripes & Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x11 Kilim is from an inventive new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: This modern take on classic panel-weaving enjoys a f...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Philippe Starck Olly Tango Chair for Aleph Ubik, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Bent bentwood Olly Tango chair on chrome legs by Philippe Starck for Aleph Ubik.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Bench with Solid Wooden Structure with velvet Seat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This bench expresses harmony through its special details. Featuring a small cushion that can be adjusted or even removed, this seating design has the right balance between the rigoro...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Silhouette Wall Light in Emerald and Blackened Metal Finish by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This Margit Wittig wall light with emerald resin hand-sculpted components is cast in her London-based studio. The hand-patinated gold finish enhances the organic surface texture, a b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

SLAMP -Clizia Ceiling/wall Medium Mama Non Mama Gold designed by Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is a suspension inspired by pure natural beauty, with almost weightless petals that bring balanced allure and a fresh feel to interiors. A hand-folded bouquet of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Other

Soft Bench 72" by Gregory Beson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The soft bench fits seamlessly into any home. Place it at the foot of the bed, in an entryway, at the kitchen table or in an open living room. The generous cushion provides a support...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Cherry, Oak, Walnut

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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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