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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Nazaré daybed - L shape
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
NAZARÉ DAYBED - L shape, designed in 2024. The Nazaré Daybed is crafted from solid walnut and has two removable cushions. The legs have a hand-carved detailed wave texture giving th...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Furniture

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Walnut

2'6"x20'4" Brown Modern Grass Design Hand Knotted Wool and Silk XL Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Ecru Brown, Modern Grass Design, Hand Knotted, Wool and Silk, Denser Weave, Tone on Tone, Lush and Plush, Borderless, XL Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool & Silk Latex: No...
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2010s Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Modernist Pressed Lucite Table Lamp in Fractured Gold and Amber
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful modernist pressed lucite table lamp was realized in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century. It features a volumetric rectangular form with an int...
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20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Contemporary Lima Bean Sculpture in Brass by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lima bean sculpture Brass Hand Repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The ...
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2010s Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Trestle Table "Work" in Solid White Oak by Casey Lurie USA
Located in Chicago, IL
Introduced in 2016, WORK table is a contemporary take on the traditional working tables used by artists and designers for centuries. The table has height adjustable trestles...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

High Back Dining Chair in Exotic Wood and Brown Leather from Costantini, Luca
Located in New York, NY
Costantini prides itself in using the hardest and most beautiful hardwoods in the construction of its line of seating. Shown in Argentine Rosewood and black leather, the Luca chair’s...
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2010s Argentine Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Modern Bronze & Marble Gueridon or Bistro Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Bronze and Marble Gueridon or Bistro Table  France, pre-World War II A striking French modern bronze and marble gueridon dating back to the pre-World War II era. This timeless piece boasts a sleek and avant-garde design, embodying the essence of its period. Its 24-inch-diameter inset chocolate marble...
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Early 20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Breccia Marble, Bronze

FLOS Stylos Floor Lamp by Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
First designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1984, the Stylos floor lamp illuminates with a striking simplicity that is anything but ordinary. A halogen ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

cc-tapis Rug Ultimate Bliss Gold by Mae Engelgeer for Duplex, Showroom Sample
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Duplex launches “Gold is Bold" project: a unique collaboration with cc-tapis to celebrate boldness. The iconic Biss rug collection designed by Mae Engelgeer and hand knotted in N...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Furniture

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Wool, Silk

Arizona Mirror, Nickel and Nero Marquina, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Furniture design at the iLuxury Awards 2021 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 mirror...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Nickel, Metal

Anemone Contemporary Soft Chair in Alpaca Fur and Wood Veneer by Brandi Howe
By Brandi Howe
Located in New York, NY
Anemone Shag Chair by Brandi Howe W 66" x H 42.5" x D 32" Alpaca Fur, Wood Inspired by the stichodactyla gigantea anemone, this chair uses organic shapes...
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2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Fur, Alpaca, Wood

21st Century Ovo Magazine or Shoes Leather Basket Handwoven in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Ovo basket: Compact yet capacious. Fashioned of resistant recycled leather, with tan or black this basket boasts an unstructured silhouette with fl...
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2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Lacquered Wooden Tray with Handles – Seahorse
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bold and playful, this lacquered wooden tray features a vibrant green background adorned with a striking seahorse motif. Finished with a smooth, glossy surface and practical cut-out ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 Fisher Tall Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cups
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 tall sterling silver mint juleps. Made by Fisher Silversmiths, Inc. in Jersey City. Each: Straight and tapering bowl; mouth rim stepped and flat and foot spread. Fully mark...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Julia" Minimalist Chair in Solid Wood and Customized Handwoven
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
When she created Julia Chair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the mast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester

JG Switzer Classic Blanket in White Cashmere, King
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
The JG Classic Blanket is a tailored blanket, milled in England from soft and high-quality cashmere and lambswool wool blend - a rare blend and hard to find in this generous size - i...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

'Triple Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
'Triple Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Steel

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Dearborn Highball Large Glasses Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Dearborn large / highball glasses, set of two Perfect for everyday or formal dining settings, Dearborn will enrich any occasion. It inverts tradition with intricate detail on the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 - Choose your fabric, Soft Sculptural Seat, Artful style
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – A Stylish and Functional Accent for Modern Interiors The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a versatile and stylish addition to any living sp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plywood, Foam

Set of 4 Italian Modern Black Lacquered Bentwood Stackable Chairs by Calligaris
Located in Doylestown, PA
Set of 4 Italian modern stackable bentwood dining or side chairs by Calligaris, Italy. These versatile chairs are comfortable with an ergonomic, molded form in a satin finish black ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Six Black Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Brand New
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, and we have this incredible set of six (6) Tucroma armchairs in beautifu...
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2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Bellhop Dark Brown Portable Rechargeable Wireless Desk & Table Lamp for FLOS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FLOS Bellhop T Table Lamp in Dark Brown by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby This sleek tabletop lamp was originally created by renowned designers Edward Ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Resin

Suzani Printed Cotton Tablecloth
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of charm to your dining experience with our unique printed Suzani cotton tablecloth. Measuring 250x150cm, this tablecloth features intricate, vibrant patterns that celebr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Frank Gehry for Knoll “Hat Trick” Chair 4 AVAILABLE!
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair. 4 AVAILABLE! Priced separately! Chairs are very clean and solid! Dated 1995. Great accent chair or use as a set! Visually a great ad...
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1990s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Birch

Tekna Stiffkey Ondine Wall Light with Polished Nickel Finish
Located in New York, NY
Wall light in brass with adjustable arm, lampholder B22 with safety switch and ornamental, hexagnal or spherical opal glass. Lamp LED B22 230V 4W 2700K Retro A60 included. Main powe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Moroso MORNING GLORY Side table by Marc Thorpe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Morning Glory takes its name from the flowering vine. The vines grow and wrap around each other reinforcing the structure of the plant. The petals of the vine spread out become a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Bauhaus Groove Series Ruby Orb Pendant Customizable Handmade Modern Glass Light
Located in New York, NY
Primary shapes in primary colors: this new series of Groove Series pendants is inspired by the Bauhaus movement and features even cleaner lines with these simpler forms.  Like all of...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Bold Love Seat - Anouk 105
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Expressing modern design excellence, the Bold Love Seat is a testament to the artistry of luxury living. Decades of design expertise are showcased through an elegant and refined aest...
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2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Counter Height Stool in Custom Metallic Finishes and Leather Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This counter stool provide a very sober and comfortable experience as the metal structure aligned with the upholstered back and seat will make sure that geometrical shapes are very a...
Category

2010s European Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Calla floor lamp Venini VeArt Murrina Franco luce style.
Located in Lugo, IT
Calla floor lamp Venini VeArt Murrina style. Good condition. Thank you
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Geometric Daybed in Solid Walnut, Bronze and Leather by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The Geometric Colection from BassamFellows celebrates the sublimity of pure geometry championed by the Wiener Werkstätte and the Bauhaus. In the same way that designers of these two ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Tubetop 14 Table Lamp in Charcoal by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A minimalist statement in form and proportion, Tube Top combines a transparent formed acrylic base to support its elegant mesh fabric shade in tension, steering away from conventiona...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Serge Roche Attributed Cast Painted Plaster Clam Shell Chandelier, 1950s
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...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Alabaster Marble Jewelry or Desk Box
Located in New York, NY
An Italian dark brown alabaster marble jewelry box with a blue matte metal hinge. Box can hold jewelry or other small items. A great piece for a desk, vanity, nightstand, walk-in clo...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble, Alabaster, Metal

Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Furniture

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Atelier George, Solaire Pendant Light
Located in Paris, FR
Solaire pendant light This pendant light was conceptualized by Atelier George in 2020, and is part of the Aube collection. Each sphere is blown by the artist, making the suspension ...
Category

2010s French Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

9'2"x12' Light Green With Nomadic Design Flat Weave Kilim Hand Woven Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Light Green With Nomadic Design Flat Weave Kilim Organic Wool Reversible Hand Woven Oriental Rug. It has been Woven for months and months in the...
Category

2010s Afghan Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

United Artists Vintage Roby Mouro Pink Panther Swag Money Box
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful vintage United Artists composite Pink Panther Swag money box signed Roby Mouro and dating from around 1982. The money box is produced under license by the United Artists...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Composition

USM Shelving R2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors and two drawers. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Dovetail Vinyl Storage Cabinet 2 x 1.5 with Equipment Shelf
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 ...
Category

2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Moroso FJORD Small Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From a piece of seashell, which has been broken and smoothed by the waves, Patricia Urquiola has designed a collection of seats for both the home and public spaces. As the name sugge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare 1970’s Lucite Lamp and polished chrome table lamp by American renowned designer Charles Hollis Jones. New vanilla linen shade and newly rewired. Wire for US. It takes two 75...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 8 Office Cane Chairs Ca. 1955-1960 from Chandigarh
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A beautiful set of 8 Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chairs in solid teak. All chairs are in good vintage condition. The braided canework has been replaced. These iconic piec...
Category

1950s Indian Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak, Cane

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...
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2010s American Modern Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Drip Stump Table
Drip Stump Table
$1,050 / item
Emerald Green 'Big' by Guido Faleschini for Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani originally designed in the 1970s, this example newly produced in a gorgeous emerald green ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Style Sold Out Ed Dark Bronze Color "Mr. Dog" Table Lamp w/ Shade
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wow. This modernist lamp is called "Mr. Dog". it was made by the lamp company, Robert Abbey. It came in a puppy left and puppy right version. Both sold out world wide and never remad...
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2010s Unknown Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Handcrafted Night Stands, Bedside Tables
Located in London, GB
A pair of completely handcrafted walnut nightstands or end tables. Constructed from finest American black walnut with the inner dovetailed jointed drawer carcass in English oak or a...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Brand New Emerald Green Leather 'Tucroma' Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four Tucroma armchairs in beautiful emerald green leather with polished chrome frames. The seats and backs have supple green leather upholstery and are attached to graceful po...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

FLOS Superloon Floor Lamp in Black by Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The serene, harmonious glow of the moon inspired this innovative and first-of-its-kind design from artist Jasper Morrison. Using revolutionary Edge Lighting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Olivier Gagnere Bridge Chairs for Cafe Marly at the Louvre Museum Paris
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pair of "Marly" bridge chair or armchairs designed in 1994 by Oliver Gagnère for "Le Cafe Marly" at the Louvre Museum Paris for Artelano Paris France. A reference of typical French d...
Category

1990s French Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Sofa with Architectural Silhouette and High Resistance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a time capsule of style. Taking cues from the most fashionable scarves in history, it’s subtle and layered composition create a dynamic and effortlessly stylish presence...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Orbis Bronze Tinted Contemporary Round Frameless Mirror with Floating Effect, XL
Located in London, London
Charming and minimalist round frameless bronze tinted mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to th...
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2010s British Modern Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Back Hand-Painted Glass Credenza Marbled Effect with Brass Top and Frames, 1980s
Located in Florence, IT
Hand-Painted glass credenza with brass top and frames. The marbled effect decoration is hand painted on the back of the glass, featuring brown, gold and bronze tones. The brass top h...
Category

1980s Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Keilhauer Elite 597 Black Leather Executive Office Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Keilhauer Elite 597 Black Leather Desk or Conference Table Chair. Chair seat adjusts from 17"-21". Very comfortable Chair! We have at least 10 currently for sale. Gently used wit...
Category

Early 2000s Canadian Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with hand-turned, flared oak legs. Upholstered backrest and seat in a textured cream bouclette fabric (LG.FB-89).
Category

2010s French Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak, Fabric

IKEA Red Dog Kila Table Lamp on Wheels
Located in Den Haag, NL
Model Kila Red Dog table lamp and was designed by Harry Allen for Ikea. It was inspired by his long interest in roller skating. The three rubber wheels support the lamp and go roun...
Category

Early 2000s Swedish Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Dining Chairs Set of 6, Deep Red Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Fully upholstered dining chairs in deep red velvet. Stainless steel caps in polished chrome. 100% European handmade product. Available in COM and other velvet and metal finishes. Con...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Apadana's Modern Texture Designed Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Customize the Modern Sasco Collection Custom Wool Rug to fit your space. It is hand-woven in India for exceptional quality and durability. Various color options are available. Delive...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Nova Sputnik Chandelier by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sputnik chandelier with 40 Murano glass globes mounted on brass frame / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 40 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Modernist Mica Clay Smoked Fired Vessel w/ Bronze Lid signed Carol Green
Located in New York, NY
This striking modernist vessel, hand-spun from mica clay and smoke-fired, showcases the innovative artistry of American ceramist Carol Green. Crafted in circa 1985, the piece feature...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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Find a broad range of unique Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, lighting, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Schumacher, Vistosi, and Kartell. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.

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