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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Brass Trolley with Cane, Majuli Bronze, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Trolley with Cane, Majuli Bronze, Viya by Vikram Goyal Trolley in brass & cane. Handmade in India. Sinuous forms in a captivating rhythm of deftly woven cane evoke the dynami...
Brass
Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Bronze Base
Located in New York, NY
A study in contrast and reflection, this pair of nested coffee tables combines fluid glass artistry with architectural structure. Each table is crowned with hand-fused textured glass...
Metal
Handcrafted English Oak 4 Drawer Desk by SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
Handcrafted in England by skilled artisans, this four drawer desk is a celebration of true cabinetmaking tradition. Every element is carefully shaped using time honoured techniques, ...
Oak
$2,112 / item
Rosso Levanto Marble Cone Side Table
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Rosso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Stone, Marble
Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Fluted Bronze Base
Located in New York, NY
A study in contrast and reflection, this pair of nested coffee tables combines fluid glass artistry with architectural structure. Each table is crowned with hand-fused textured glass...
Metal
Brass side table, Under the Banyan (small), Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass side table, Under the Banyan (small), Viya by Vikram Goyal. Side table in brass with semi precious overlay top. Handmade in India. Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each ...
Brass
Cubus Sculptural Center Table by Benediko, Black Plaster and Marble, Custom
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
With its round marble top and monolithic geometric base, the Cubus sculptural center table brings a bold architectural presence to interiors while maintaining a timeless and collecti...
Marble, Metal
$2,106 / item
Pink Marble Side Table ‘Flow’
Located in Eindhoven, NB
FLOW is a modern pink marble side table with a clean shape and a wave detail at the bottom. The simple cube form is combined with a flowing base, giving the table a light and playful...
Marble, Stone
$2,112 / item
Travertine ‘LAYERED CONE’ Side Table
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Various CONE tables have been in our collection for some time now. Known for their smooth circular top and minimalist cone-shaped base, they’ve been internationally elevating interio...
Stone, Marble
$2,553 / item
Ceramic Side Table Medium
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop. Finished in a contemporary glaze. Each piec...
Ceramic, Clay
Ceramic Side Table - Navy - handmade - artisanal - Sculptural - custom glaze
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
MEDIUM CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2025. Hand-sculpted ceramic table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop and finished with a custom glaze. Eac...
Ceramic
Modern Butterscotch Mosaic 2-Drawer Desk with Chocolate Oak by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is a very attractive and functional piece to be used as a writing desk or vanity in a modern home. Rich, warm, and modern, this desk can add sleek comfort to your space. Handcr...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Oak
Brass side table, Under the Banyan (Small), Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass side table, Under the Banyan (small), Viya by Vikram Goyal. Side table in brass with semi precious overlay top. Handmade in India. Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each ...
Brass
3 Ball Calacatta Viola Marble Coffee Table, Round Marble Coffee Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
CALACATTA VIOLA MARBLE COFFEE TABLE Luxury Stone Center Table Production Time: 3–4 weeks Shipping: Free worldwide via DHL Estimated Transit...
Stone, Marble
Sculptural side table, Nazar Tall in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Sculptural side table, Nazar Tall in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Side table in brass with semi precious inserts. Handmade in India. The collection reimagines a protective totem for...
Brass
A Nesting Set of Two Parchment Coffee Tables in the manner of Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful and versatile set of nesting, inverted U shape pergamino tables gives you many options in your décor! Use the set as a coffee and end table or as a single eye-catching...
Wood, Parchment
$2,553 / item
Large Ceramic Side Table
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
LARGE CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2023. Hand-sculpted ceramic side table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop. Finished in a contemporary custo...
Ceramic, Clay
Modern Side Table by J.M. Szymanski in Bronze Steel and Leather
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 13 J.M. Szymanski d. 2025 This versatile side table, which can also shift effortlessly from side table to desk, features a bronze patinated steel frame paired with a hand ...
Steel
$13,350 / item
Brass Coffee Table, Saffron, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Saffron Coffee Table in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron captivates us all. Ancient Romans prized them for thei...
Brass
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
Harris Rubin McGavin Walnut Steel Tall Demilune Console Sideboard Entry Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Harris Rubin McGavin console / hall / entry / side table or sideboard. Made of walnut featuring modern demilune / bowfront form with tall tapered steel b...
Steel
Sculptural Organic Modern Console in Oak and High-Gloss Bronze Lacquer
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural console defined by the intersection of a softly contoured oak top and three substantial cylindrical supports finished in high-gloss bronze lacquer. The contrasting finis...
Wood, Lacquer
Set of Mae Solid Wood Nightstands / End Tables with Leather Shelf
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae nightstands with shelf by Crump and Kwash This listing is for a pair of new nightstands. Features Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rub...
Brass
Bertu Coffee Table, Waterfall Modern Blackened Oak Coffee Table, Red Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Blackened Oak Waterfall Coffee Table is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is hand-made with mitered corners from red oak veneer and finished with a...
Oak
Beautiful Solid Cherry Desk by Harden, NY, Moser Style
By Thomas Moser, Harden Furniture 1
Located in Miami, FL
Solid cherry desk with hidden compartments, hand cut dovetail construction and a leather writing top made by Harden Furniture. Writing surface height is 29" Knee clearance height is ...
Cherry
$5,291Sale Price / item|20% Off
Hana Dining Table – Sculptural Oak Dining Table in Burgundy Finish
Located in Baguim Do Monte, PT
“Soft curves, designed to gather.” The Hana Dining Table is defined by its gentle curvature, balanced proportions and quiet sculptural presence. Cra...
Oak
Pierre Chapo T23 Three Legged Side Table in Elm, Chapo Création, France, 2025
By Pierre Chapo, Chapo Creation
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking low side table is the model T23 designed by Pierre Chapo in 1960. The table is made of solid elm wood with a beautiful grain. The iconic design is composed of a triangu...
Wood, Elm
Olsen Kundig Coffee Table by J.M. Szymanski, Handmade Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
OLSEN KUNDIG COFFEE TABLE 2012 - TK COLLECTION TK Collection is a hardware and home furnishings line that grew out of Tom Kundig’s longstanding interest in crafting intimate, human...
Steel
Contemporary Side Table 'Charles M', by LINTELOO, Bronze
By Sebastian Herkner, Linteloo
Located in Paris, IDF
Charles Side Table Designed by Sebastian Herkner for Linteloo Model shown on main picture: - M : H. 46 x 32,5 x 42 cm - Finish : Cast aluminum in Bronze --- Cast from a hand-model...
Metal, Aluminum
Original Executive Desk Dining Table from Film House of Gucci Unique Piece Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The sculptural table 'Bangles House of Gucci' was chosen by Ridley Scott for his film 'HOUSE OF GUCCI' starring Lady Gaga, Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Adam Driver, Salma Hayek...
Stainless Steel
$2,805 / item
Brass & Cane Bar Cart, Majuli, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass & Cane Bar Cart, Majuli, Viya by Vikram Goyal Trolley in brass. Handmade in India. Sinuous forms in a captivating rhythm of deftly woven cane, evoke the dynamic flow of A...
Brass
$4,874 / item
Peniche Coffee Table
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Peniche Coffee Table Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Circular coffee table in solid oak joint together with different width elements. Bespoke dimensions upon request. Handmade in ...
Oak
Mae Solid Wood Nightstand and Side Table by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae Nightstand Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / dovetailed solid wood drawer boxes / premium, full...
Maple, Oak, Walnut
ISLAND Dining Table - 60ӯ - Travertine Stone, Round, Stain Resistant, Modern
Located in St Petersburg, US
'Island' Round Dining Table in Beige Travertine Stone Island dining table showcases the refined simplicity and subtle elegance characteristic of Italian minimalist style. Constructed...
Stone, Travertine
Sculptural Monolithic Table with Textured Architectural Pedestals, Sidani Design
Located in New York, NY
The Monolithic Dining Table by Sidani Design is conceived as a sculptural composition of mass and refinement. A precise horizontal plane rests ...
Composition
IDE Side Table in Red Travertine, 17.7ӯx15.8H Travertine Stone Coffee Table Set
Located in St Petersburg, US
IDE Red Travertine Tables: Use as side, end, balcony, accent, plant tables, or nightstands. Combine for coffee table. IDE Table Set, crafted from exquisite natural red travertine. T...
Stone, Travertine
Bold Blend Coffee Table Large - Wood (Dark Finish) and Travertine
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bold Coffee Table Blend Large offers a harmonious balance between wood and marble, with wooden legs combined with an elegant marble top that is available in a range of marble opt...
Travertine
Contemporary Coffee Tables 'Charles', by LINTELOO, Set of 2 Bronze
By Sebastian Herkner, Linteloo
Located in Paris, IDF
Charles Coffee Tables Designed by Sebastian Herkner for Linteloo Model shown on main picture: - Finish : Cast aluminum in Bronze - Size L: H.28 x 120 x 90 cm - Size M: H34 x 80 x 70...
Metal, Aluminum
Modern Italian Granite Pedestal Dining Table in the Manner of Ello, Circa 1980s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern Italian pedestal dining table In the manner of Ello Italy, Circa 1980s Beautiful thick Italian granite top, with drum pedestals and black marble accent. Measure...
Granite, Marble
$2,553 / item
Ceramic Side Table Tall - Geometric shape
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
GEOMETRIC CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2023. Hand-sculpted ceramic table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop and finished with a custom glaze. ...
Ceramic, Clay
$6,850 / item
Mae Console Table by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae console table by Crump and Kwash Hand turned, solid wood legs and cross members / Solid wood top / Veg tan woven leather shelf / Customizations avail...
Leather, Maple, Oak, Walnut
$5,450 / item
Mae Modern Coffee Table by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae coffee table Hand turned, solid wood legs and cross members / Solid wood top / Veg tan woven leather shelf / Customizations available. Dimensi...
Oak
Bold Blend Coffee Table Large - Wood (Medium Finish) and Travertine
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bold Coffee Table Blend Large offers a harmonious balance between wood and marble, with wooden legs combined with an elegant marble top that is available in a range of marble opt...
Travertine
AUREA SIDE TABLE - Natural Stone Red Travertine Round, Modern, New Coffee Table
Located in St Petersburg, US
‘Aurea’ Side Table by HAAND, crafted from premium red natural travertine stone. This exquisite piece measures 13.8 inches in diameter and 18.5 inches in height, with a substantial w...
Stone, Travertine, Marble
Bold Blend Coffee Table Small - Wood (Medium Finish) and Travertine
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bold Coffee Table Blend Large offers a harmonious balance between wood and marble, with wooden legs combined with an elegant marble top that is available in a range of marble opt...
Travertine
Dining Table Orange Onyx Sculpture Mirror Steel White Marble Inlay Made in Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
The table 'Bangles Onyx' is an important dining table with mirror-polished stainless steel structure and top created by a composition of beautiful orange onyx slabs enriched by an Absolute White marble inlay that creates a frame in the central part of the top. The table top can be customized with any onyx or type of marble. Every single bangle is welded and highly polished by hand. The mirror-like finishing of the steel creates different perceptions of this particular material and allows interesting reflections of light. Our sculptural 'Bangles' dining table was chosen by Ridley Scott for his film 'House of Gucci' starring Lady Gaga, Al Pacino, Adam Driver, Jeremy Irons, Salma Hayek, Jared Leto...
Marble, Onyx, Stainless Steel
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
$29,300 / item
EPIC Bronze and Steel Desk by Soraya Osorio
Located in Vero Beach, FL
EPIC Semi-Circle Metal Desk — Aged Bronze & Black Bronze Steel The EPIC semi-circle desk commands presence with its sculptural form, embodying a sense of power and confidence in any interior. The front center leg and all three drawer fronts are finished in a hand-crafted, textured aged bronze, offering warmth and artisanal depth. The black bronze steel top and outer legs create a striking contrast, balancing bold geometry with refined materiality. Designed for collectors, creatives, and luxurious workspaces, this desk stands as both a functional centerpiece and a modern statement piece. Customization available upon request. Featured in Elle Decor...
Brass, Steel, Bronze
Low Deep Green, Single Form Square Aluminium Coffee Table, Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium and available in customisable colours, the Single Form coffee t...
Aluminum
AUREA Side Table, Travertine Stone Bespoke Accent Table, End Table, Coffee Table
Located in St Petersburg, US
‘Aurea’ Side Table by HAAND, crafted from premium beige travertine stone. This exquisite piece measures 13.8 inches in diameter and 18.5 inches in height, with a substantial weight of 80 lbs. The Aurea Side Table is a testament to superior design and craftsmanship, embodying HAAND’s commitment to quality. Its honed finish and exceptionally smooth surface give it a luxurious feel—like touching velvet. Its sleek, modern silhouette and natural stone finish make it a versatile addition to any living space. While it functions beautifully as a side table, its versatility extends beyond this. Use it as: 1. A Statement Piece: Place it in your living room to hold decorative items like vases, sculptures, or candles, enhancing your room’s aesthetic. 2. A Nightstand: Its sturdy design makes it perfect for a bedroom nightstand, providing ample space for a lamp, books, and a glass of water. 3. An Accent Table: Ideal for your office or hallway, where it can display art pieces, houseplants, or serve as a convenient spot for your keys and mail. 4. A Plant Stand: Elevate your indoor garden by using it as a stylish plant stand, showcasing your favorite plants in a unique way. 5. A Patio Table: Its robust construction allows it to be used outdoors, making it a great option for a patio or balcony table...
Travertine, Stone, Marble
Brass Candle Holder, Emerald Garden Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Emerald Garden Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. A metamorphosis from inspiration to sculptural form, the ‘Emera...
Brass
Contemporary Side Table 'Charles S', by LINTELOO, Bronze
By Sebastian Herkner, Linteloo
Located in Paris, IDF
Charles Side Table Designed by Sebastian Herkner for Linteloo Model shown on main picture: - S : H. 43,5 x 26,5 x 34 cm - Finish : Cast aluminum in Bronze --- Cast from a hand-mod...
Metal, Aluminum
$20,018
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
Handcrafted Lith Side Table by Lynnea Jean, Oak Frame & Ceramic Top
By Lynnea Jean
Located in Aitkin, MN
The Lith Collection by Lynnea Jean Inspired by a love for vintage tile tables and the desire for hands-on creation, the Lith Side Table was born. T...
Ceramic, Oak
Tadao 120 Concrete Contemporary Low Console, Ardesia Cement Made in Italy
By Gaia Rebecchini, Laura Mochi Onori, Lorenzo Rebecchini
Located in Rome, Lazio
The Tadao line, created in homage to the famous architect with whom we share a minimalist approach and the creative use of the material, is the perfect synthesis of our philosophy: o...
Concrete, Cement
Long Slim Burgundy Giraffe Console Table - Customisable Colour & Size
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful long slim Giraffe Console Table made with a powder coated steel frame and a linoleum table top. This piece is finished with a beetroot colour frame and a colour matched b...
Steel
Lily drink table in Carved Unfilled Travertine and Cast Brass by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A drink table part of the Lily collection, inspired by giant water lily pads and their curled rims. A carved base in honed unfilled Navona Travertine that holds the cast patinated br...
Stone, Travertine, Marble, Brass
Contemporary side table, Belum Tall in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Contemporary side table, Belum Tall in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Side Table in brass with semi precious overlay top. Handmade in India. Hanging sculptures carved by minerals and ...
Brass
IDE Travertine Stone Side Table, 17.7Ø"x18.5"H - Accent, End Table, Coffee Table
Located in St Petersburg, US
IDE Table: a stunning piece that embodies the natural elegance of travertine stone. This table is crafted with precision and attention to detail, making it a unique addition to any ...
Travertine, Stone
Bertu Coffee Table, Oakley Walnut Coffee Table, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Oakley Coffee Table in Walnut is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is hand-made with mitered corners from walnut veneer and finished with a beautif...
Walnut
Tadao Alto Concrete Contemporary Console, 100% Handcrafted in Italy
By Gaia Rebecchini, Laura Mochi Onori, Lorenzo Rebecchini
Located in Rome, Lazio
The Tadao line, created in homage to the famous architect with whom we share a minimalist approach and the creative use of the material, is the perfect synthesis of our philosophy: o...
Concrete
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